and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the enchanting hutongs, gaze in awe on the Forbidden City, or hike the Great Wall of China, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Beijing and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Beijing Travel Guide: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, architecture, food Free, convenient pull-out Beijing map (included in print version), plus over 29 colour maps Covers Forbidden City area, Dongcheng, Chaoyang, Sanlitun, the Great Wall, Ming Tombs, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Beijing, our most comprehensive guide to Beijing, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for just the highlights of Beijing? Check out Pocket Beijing, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's China guide for a comprehensive look at all the China has to offer, or Discover China, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Daniel McCrohan and David Eimer. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

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