My 48-hour adventure in Beijing! A city bustling with history, culture, and mouth-watering food. From scaling the ancient Great Wall to uncovering the secrets of the Forbidden City and indulging in ...

China is a country that has it all: natural wonders, historical monuments, an ancient culture, and a vibrant modernity.

"Now, there are multiple bridges, tunnels, underground lines and a skyline that competes ... first exploratory trip to Beijing to negotiate access to the Forbidden City to make [The Last Emperor].

In Liao Dynasty, the temple stood in the most flourishing market district of the imperial city; thus one can imagine the important role it played in embellishing the skyline of ancient Beijing.