Beijing Hutong

An old Beijing saying goes that:” There are 360 large hutongs and as many small hutongs as there are hairs on an ox.” Therefore, there is no other better way than to visit Beijing hutongs when you want to experience the Beijing residential culture.

Hutongs originated in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), but most of them were formed in the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Generation by generation, Beijing natives have been living here in their unique way. Beijing people built these hutongs, while, hutongs also have witnessed and recorded their life and even Beijing’s historical vicissitude.

In such a mordern city, they are the live history museums. Due to their attractive ancient styles, they are regarded as one of the most beautiful places in Beijing.

So, never miss them when you travelling in Beijing.

Yanmenguan Pass

Located in Shanxi province, Yanmenguan Pass is one of the three important passes through the inner line of the Great Wall in the Shanxi section. Due to its strategic position, in ancient times, it was regarded as the principal one of the nine passes under heaven.

Can you imagine how many people I have seen?

How much courage should one have to support his endless waiting? Everything has changed, the one thing has never changed is my hope and love.

It is time to say goodbye. But could I see you again after I passed the gate?

Brides were weeping here when they were leaving their homeland and marrying off far away; heroes spilled their blood here to protect the Chinese empire from the invaders. Now, all has gone with the wind.

FairyLand Penglai

Penglai is one of the three fairy mountains which were inhabited by immortals. It is said that Penglai is the base for the Eight Immortals, or the place where they travel to have a banquet. Legend goes that there was no pain and no winter on the mountain. Rice bowls and wine glasses would never become empty no matter how much people would eat or drink from them. Magical fruits growing here could heal any disease, grant eternal youth, and even raise the dead.

However, in real life there is a scenic spot called Penglai which is located in eastern China’s Shandong province. It is well known for its beautiful sights. Here, you may have the chance to appreciate the world famous Penglai Pavilion, which is listed as one of the four famous pavilions in China. It is also a very good place to witness a magical mirage because it often occurs here. Each year, thousands of tourists come here to see the marvelous spectacle.

the Highest Toilet in the World

There is no doubt that the Potala Palace’s Changsur Toilet is the most famous toilet in China and perhaps it is also the highest toilet in the world.

Travelers with high blood pressure or heart disease were even advertised not to use the toilet. It is said that it is almost sixty meters high and one should take care of his/her personal belongings when using it as it is quite difficult to retrieve them back.

Some people even used a phrase from an ancient poem to describe the spectacular scene when using it “The torrent dashes down three thousand feet from high, as if the Silver River fell from azure sky.”

Beijing

Beijing, the capital of China, is the nation’s political, economic, cultural, educational and international trade and communication center. It is also one of the six ancient cities in China and even one of the greatest ancient capitals in the world. For travellers, it is home to experience China’s deep culture and long history.

It is regarded as the never miss destination: Hiking up the winding Great Wall could be a once in a life experience and a visit to Forbidden City can see the ancient imperial palace, also the typical example of traditional architecture heritage; Summer Palace is another piece of the empire’s glorious creations, together with Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Ming Tomb and other temples.

You may have a different life here, cycling in the Hutong area and get a glimpse of Old Pecking lifestyle, trekking on the remote and untouched Great Wall sections with few tourists there; have a wonderful Beijing Night and enjoy the fabulous Beijing Opera, taste the famous Pecking roast duck, visit the local markets and bargain for a good deal.

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