Beijing is home to some of the most famous tourist attractions in the world. There is an endless amount to see and do in this city so a short visit might require a bit of planning.  The obvious starting points are the attractions that draw the biggest crowds, namely the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palaces.  In addition to these tourist favorites there are dozens of other fascinating temples and historic sites worth exploring in and around the city.

• Major Tourist Attractions