Why in Beijing? Do not immerse yourself - no, only touch the mysterious and magnificent country, whose old culture is a "Chinese letter" . Envy an orderly world where temples are dedicated to Supreme Harmony and Universal Humanity To wander in the imperial chambers, ride a rickshaw - and get into the futuristic Olympic Stadium And to leave with the feeling that something is the biggest but did not have time to understand ... Historical overview gives the main actions from the history of Beijing. All the main attractions of the metropolis are listed in a short list with explanations. Some sketches are timed to the best places for shopping and evening rest, as well as Chinese cuisine and Beijing opera. At the end of any chapter there is a reference section with the necessary addresses, hours of work, our advice on restaurants and shopping centers . In the final section "Travel Information" you will find a large number of precedents and tips that you will need long before you start your trip to Beijing, important characters and a mini-conversation.