Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China and the political, economic and cultural center of the country. Located in northern China, adjacent to the port city of Tianjin and partially surrounded by Hebei Province, it is also China’s most important transportation hub and port of entry.

As one of China’s six ancient capitals, Beijing has been at the center of politics throughout its long history, and as such has an unparalleled wealth of resources that entice visitors to explore the city’s ancient history and exciting modern developments, resulting in delightful and intriguing experiences. Today, Beijing is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, welcoming some 140 million Chinese and 4.4 million international visitors annually.