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- Nino RukhadzeGeorgia25 contributionsThe entire experience was amazing, our guide Ping wAs extremely knowledgeable, providing us with unique information that can’t be found in any other source . The entire tour would have been incomplete without her.Written 2 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sean H2 contributionsA great place to visit if you want to get a glimpse of some nature as well as Chinese buildings at the same time. Can easily spend four or even more hours depending on how much you want to take in the atmosphere.Written 27 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Fanou H34 contributionsThe temple is amazing to visit. The buildings are beautiful and the story behind it is very interesting. The architectural designs are truly remarkable.
However, I would advise not to go during the Chinese holidays as the crowd will literally crush you.
I would also advise not to take the audio guide on site, I paid 40¥ and it was disconnecting all the time (and I could not rewind) so I missed a lot of the explanations. I did not detect well my location so sometimes I would not get any explanation at all. It made this experience a bit frustrating but at least the temple's beauty made up for it.Written 4 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mrs.CLeicester, UK503 contributionsAbsolutely breathtaking!!!
If you visit Beijing this is a must see without a doubt.
It takes around 2 hours by car from Beijing but it's like nothing else you will ever experience again.
One of the 7 Wonders of the World.
Building started in the 9th century BC right up to the 19th century & stretches over 4163 miles.
I must say it's not for people with trouble walking as there is so much involved including steps & steep slopes from tower to tower.
We visited in early may & it was very hot & humid.
The views are out of this world but worth every penny of the hard work getting those Glutes working.
It was very busy when we visited but we were told it is like that all the time so there is no specific day that is better to visit.
There is so much history here, such a beautiful place.
Tickets are a few pounds & worth every penny.
Best experience ever!!Written 31 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - fire-tower3,533 contributionsWe managed to book reservations for the flag raising ceremony at Tiananmen Square at 6.27am so we have to leave the hotel at 5.50am to make our way there. The walk in -3 degrees in the wee hours on a Thursday December morning was not that far from our hotel, but subject to a few security checks (IDs and bags) along the way. The wait was long and the flag raising did not start until 7.25am, so we had waited for slightly more than an hour.
The contingent marched from building and across the road, where traffic was stopped a few minutes earlier. Once ready, the national anthem was played and the flag was raised, all within minutes. While there were a few foreigners, most were locals and many were elders who make the trip and wait to witness the ceremony. The patriotism is commendable. After the flag raiding ceremony, we proceeded to explore Tiananmen Square. Definitely an experience for those who visit Beijing but do note that online reservation is required.Written 27 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - OJSydney, Australia17 contributionsWhat a great place to visit
I booked a ticket to watch Chinese opera and I was really surprised by the size of thos venue. It's huge, modern, very well organized with some great staff working around. Also the security guards inside the venue looked so amazingly weird 😁Written 22 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jamie H-DPoole, UK2,302 contributionsA must visit location for anyone interested in history and know of the iconic scene with the citizen and the tank, standing here seems to put the scale in to perspective, if the eyes of the world weren’t watching it would have been very different. Make sure you have booked your ticket online, or have a guide do it, and take your passport, otherwise you’re not getting through anywhere. You can view all of the outer area but that’s about it.Written 19 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lance GMetro Manila, Philippines14 contributionsThe mall is stunning in the evening because of the LED ceiling outside. It's great for taking pictures or even for just going for a stroll.
The mall itself has the usual shops and food options, as with many other malls in Beijing. It is on the bigger end of the spectrum of malls in the city, though, so you won't find yourself bored in this place. Most brands here are foreign/international (e.g. Muji, Zara, H&M, Victoria's Secret, Starbucks, etc. There are many local options for food together with a few international chains.Written 25 April 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ltravel88United States121 contributionsWe went to the Water Cube during the day and didn’t get to see it lit up at night because of heavy rain. On the plus side of our day trip we got to go inside and was pleasantly surprised to find various items for sale, some cute, and some more for children. There was a shop selling official Olympic souvenirs where we bought many gifts to bring back home. There is one small stand that food but the hot items were sold out. Later walking towards the exit to get to the Bird’s Nest stadium we found a few more options for a quick bite. There was a small water park for young kids to enjoy too.Written 27 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Allan & Amy TEdmonton, Canada389 contributionsWe were here twenty years ago,what a difference it makes now
Most of the tombs are closed for visitsors and the entire comnplexes are deserted and the crowds are not there!!
I presume part of the reasons local people(expecially old age) are superstitious and do not want to visit graves which will bring them bad luck
Most of the underground tunnel leading to the graves are closed
We can only see the palace, the stone crafted animals guarding the tombs, the location of the graves on the map,some of the history.....that's about it!!We cannot actually go underground to appreciate the tombs and the burial sites liked before!!
For those who don,t understand or have exposure to Ming dynasty it is not worthwhile spendning their time or money hereWritten 14 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PaulSiowPetaling Jaya, Malaysia2,695 contributionsProbably one of the more magnificent and majestic building in the Forbidden Palace. Great ancient Chinese architecture. Saw this in many Chinese films about ancient China and its emperors and warlords.Written 4 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Adventure beyond imaginationMunich, Germany20,723 contributionsThe perfect combination between residential housings and lovely Chinese gardens. The artificial mountains and pavilions made the visit breathtaking.Written 22 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CTMerebearBeijing, China101 contributionsGreat hike that was not too challenging. Most of the path was pretty safe. (Not too much climbing.) Walking poles are helpful.Written 17 February 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LG_KaySingapore, Singapore7,506 contributionsThis is the only entrance to the Forbidden City. It has five towers appearing like a flying phoenix. You need to purchase a ticket to enter. I recommend you purchase the entrance ticket online at 3rd party website to avoid queuing. Amazingly, no physical ticket (QR code, ticket reference number etc) is issued. Just show your passport to scan through as the system can detect you have valid ticket.Written 18 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Aussie_BinturongQueensland, Australia369 contributionsThis is the most impressive feature in the Temple of Heaven - note there is not much seating in the immediate area. Definitely worth a look.Written 28 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
