Beijing Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Beijing
Where is it located?: Beijing is in northeastern China.
Why do people go there?: Thousands of travelers come to the Beijing to see the famous both the Forbidden City of China and Tiananmen Square.
How do travelers get there?: There are flights from Bejing to many places around the world. The city is serviced by buses that go throughout China.
Currency: Yuan
City Code: 10
Population: 12 million
Languages: Standard Chinese or Mandarin, Yue (Cantonese), Wu (Shanghaiese), Minbei (Fuzhou), Minnan (Hokkien-Taiwanese), Xiang, Gan, Hakka dialects, minority languages.
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Dong Cheng, Xi Cheng, Haidian
Attractions: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Underground City
Accommodations:Beijing Hostels
Tourist Office: China Tourism
Off-the-beaten-path: Simatai Great Wall, Drum Tower
Health Issues: Rabies, Schistosomiasis (Bilharzia), Dengue Fever, Malaria, Cholera
Tips for Visiting
When to go: May through November are the best times to visit. During the summer, there will be huge crowds of people. It might be best to go in the off season.
Common Phrases: Hello: “Ni Hao”, I am very good (fine): “Wo Hen Hao”, What’s your name?: “Ni De Ming Zi Shi Shen Me?” Good bye: “Zai Jian”, Thank you: “Xie Xie”, Excuse me: “Lao Jia”, You’re welcome: “Bu Ke Qi”, Sorry: “Dui Bu Qi”
City Specific Events: China has many lunar holidays. Some of the more interesting festivals are Tomb Sweep Day, Moon Festival and Chinese New Year.
How to get around?: Moving around Bejing can be very exciting but demanding. There is an efficient underground subway to get around the city. There are also taxis and trolleys.
Good to know: Try to learn some basic Chinese before you arrive.
Cheapest airport to fly into: Beijing Capital International
Need more information?: Check out the Beijing travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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