Andrew Cerda: Wander around the edges of the city to find tourist-free rooms of scrolls, furniture, etc! But don't wander too far - I was escorted out for going beyond (untranslated) 'No Entry' signs.
Andrew Cerda: Grab some foods at the entry and head out for a hike! Plenty of space to get lost and picnic! Also, some amazing old trails and bridges to explore.
Andrew Cerda: This is the kind of history you visit a foreign country for! Literal ruins you can climb and explore. Beware the children - they'll knock you off your feet if you're not careful.
Andrew Cerda: One of the largest Tibetan Buddhist Monasteries in the world. In the heart of busy Bejing, slow down and reflect on how awesome it is to wander such a historical and spiritual place!
Andrew Cerda: If you decide to explore religious diversity in Beijing, this is a must! Largest mosque in Beijing & most prominent in China! Check out the Emperor's tablets from the 1600's! Super cool!
No.85, Nan Luo Gu Alley, Dongcheng District, 北京市, 北京市
ユースホステル · Dōngchéng qū · 12個のヒントとレビュー
Andrew Cerda: The best Beijing hostel for 3 reasons: 1. surrounded by lots of traditional Hutong homes, 2. Amazing trips to The Great Wall, 3. Their bar is fantastic for a leisurely beer at night!
Near Drum Tower (btwn Di'anmen East Ave. & Gulou East Ave.), 北京市, 北京市
歩行者天国 · Dōngchéng qū · 46個のヒントとレビュー
Andrew Cerda: Check this place out early in the morning and later at night. During the day, get lost in the surrounding neighborhood. It's safe and very much a pre-modern China.
Andrew Cerda: Whether it's real or fake, anything you want to buy can be found here. They keep the knock-off purses hidden, and will probably offer you a "catalog" to peruse before bringing them out.
Andrew Cerda: If this isn't your first stop, you won't be overwhelmed. But dig deep. There are some great stores, park vendors, and 'Kodak' moments to be found at Beihai.
J.: Zhōnglóu (钟楼), the bell tower of Beijing, stands closely behind the drum tower. Together they provide an overview of central Beijing and in the ancient times they both dominated Beijing's skyline.