Marble Pillars (Huabiao) at Tiananmen
The Great Wall & The Forbidden City The Great Wall Hiking Tour The Great Wall & the City Tour Beijing Package Tour The Ancient Wisdom of Huabiao: Secrets of Tiananmen’s Marble Pillars When you exit the underground walkway at Tiananmen Square, two towering white marble pillars will immediately catch your eye. These are known as […]
Beijing Airport Layover Tour: How Many Hours Do You Really Need?
Beijing Airport Layover Tour: How Many Hours Do You Really Need? Many travelers passing through Beijing ask the same question:Is a layover tour really possible, and how many hours do I need to leave the airport safely? The short answer is yes — a Beijing airport layover tour is very doable — but only if […]
Beijing Layover Tour – Is It Worth It? A Practical Guide From a Local Expert
Is a Beijing Layover Tour Worth Doing? Yes — if your route, timing, and expectations are realistic. Beijing is a huge city with two international airports located in very different directions.Whether a layover tour is worth it depends largely on which airport you arrive at and where you go. Based on my years of experience […]
Need a Guide for the Great Wall? Which Section Is the Best?
Do You Need a Guide for the Great Wall? The answer depends on how you want to experience the Great Wall. Some visitors only want to see it briefly, take photos, and return to Beijing.Others want to understand its history, local culture, and the surrounding villages. Based on my 20 years of experience as a […]
Can Foreigners Use the Subway and Taxis in Beijing Easily?
Can Foreigners Use the Subway and Taxis in Beijing Easily? Yes — foreigners can use both the subway and taxis in Beijing very easily.In fact, Beijing has one of the most convenient public transportation systems in the world. However, there are a few practical details that first-time visitors should understand, especially when traveling outside the […]
How Many Days Do You Really Need in Beijing?
How Many Days Do You Really Need in Beijing? This is one of the most common questions I hear from first-time visitors to Beijing.The short answer is simple: you need 3 full sightseeing days to experience the city comfortably. But there is an important detail many people overlook — arrival and departure days usually don’t […]
How to use Alipay in China?
How to Use Alipay in China as a Foreigner Alipay’s payment services for international visitors are now widely available across China. The system covers almost all major tourist, business, and daily-life cities nationwide. As long as you are physically in mainland China, you can use Alipay to scan QR codes and make mobile payments in […]
How Do Foreigners Pay in Beijing? A Practical Guide for Travelers
How Do Foreigners Pay in Beijing? A Practical Guide for Travelers Many foreign travelers coming to Beijing ask the same question: how do foreigners pay in Beijing?As a tour guide in Beijing for over 20 years, I’ve been asked this countless times—especially by guests who want to explore the city independently, eat at local restaurants, […]
Where is The Last Royal Family in China?
Where is the Last Royal Family in China? Many people wondering that where is the last royal family in China? Let’s start from the story of the last emperor. The story of China’s last royal family is one of tragedy, displacement, and transformation. From the grandeur of the Forbidden City to the humble life of […]
Why Forbidden City Called Forbidden City?
The Great Wall & The Forbidden City The Great Wall Hiking Tour The Great Wall & the City Tour Beijing Package Tour Why Forbidden City Called Forbidden City? Understanding the Soul of China’s Imperial Palace If you are planning a trip to Beijing, the first question on your mind might be: Why Forbidden City called […]