Attractions to see in Beijing- Exploring Ancient and Modern Sights

Attractions to see in Beijing- Exploring Ancient and Modern Sights

Beijing has one foot in the future, with iconic skyscrapers housing thriving businesses, while simultaneously treasuring its past. With a collection of temples and historical sites that preserve its heritage the balance of these two worlds is what makes Beijing a truly unique destination for business travellers to experience.

Beijing’s population of more than 24million is one of the biggest in the world, and the city is brimming with things to do and see. Focusing on five top districts, we've put together a comprehensive guide to Beijing's modern and ancient attractions to showcase a mix of the old and new, along with some perfectly placed serviced apartments.

Chaoyang DISTRICT

Chaoyang DISTRICT is a microcosm of Beijing as a whole, emblematic of its modern and traditional fusion. The district is home to many of Beijing’s most well-known architectural wonders alongside glimpses into its cultural roots.

Beijing skyline

One of the breathtaking sights in Beijingis the mesmerising skyline at dusk.

Beijing Citic Tower(China Zun)

Standing at 528 metres, the Beijing Citic Tower(China Zun) holds the title of Beijing’s tallest building . Its observation deck offers unparalleled 360-degree views of the city, showcasing Beijing's breathtaking skyline and the CBD.

CCTV New Station Site（CCTV Headquarters）

CCTV headquarters building was selected as one of the world's top ten architectural wonders in 2007 by Time magazine on December 24, 2007 [4]; awarded the “2013 Global Best Tall Building Award” by the World Society of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) on November 7, 2013; and shortlisted as one of the top ten contemporary buildings in April 2014 .

Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest/Olympic Stadium)

The National Stadium (Bird's Nest) is the main stadium of the 29th Summer Olympic Games, located in the central area of Beijing Olympic Park, covering an area of 20.4 hectares, with a building area of 258,000 square meters and a capacity of 91,000 spectators. The National Stadium project is a special sports building, the main structure is designed to last for 100 years, the main building is made of a series of steel trusses around the bowl-shaped seating area compiled in the shape of an elliptical bird's nest, 333 meters long in the north and south, 296 meters wide in the east and west, and 69 meters high at the highest point. The construction of the National Stadium began on December 24, 2003, and on June 28, 2008, it was completed.

798 ArtDistrict, located at No.2 Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, is a cultural and creative industry cluster in Beijing. 798 was originally a key industrial project, the 718 Joint Factory, which was built with the aid of the USSR and designed and constructed by the GDR, covering a total area of 1.1 million square meters, and was prepared for the construction of 798 in 1952, and then divided into several factories in April 1964, of which the 798 Factory was one. Since 2002, due to the low rent, many artists' studios and contemporary art organizations began to gather in 798, gradually forming an art community.

Beijing serviced apartments in Chaoyang District:

Orientino Executive  Apartments

Beijing  Kerry Residence 

China World Apartments

Millennium Residence

Beijing Eastern House

Youtha Suites

Beijing Kempinski Apartments

MAHA Club and Executive Apartments

Beijing Lido Serviced Apartments

Dongcheng  DISTRICT

Located in central Beijing, the district is made up of three former districts: Chongwen and Dongcheng. The district again offers a vibrant blend of new and old, including ancient city walls and modern skyscrapers

Wangfujing  Pedestrian Street

Wangfujing Walkway (王府井步行街) is located in the Dongcheng District of Beijing, China, from Dongdan Sanjie in the south to Dengshikou Street in the north [1], occupying the middle two sections of the four sections of Wangfujing Street, with a total length of 892 meters  and a width of about 40 meters , which was renovated on September 11, 1999

The main attractions of Wangfujing Pedestrian Street are Beijing apm Shopping Center, Wangfujing Department Store, Wangfujing Snack Street, New China Children's Goods Store, Danyao Mansion and Gongmei Mansion, among which, Beijing apm, Wangfujing Department Store and New China Children's Goods Store mainly focus on shopping and entertainment for different groups of people, while Wangfujing Snack Street brings together specialty snacks and handicrafts from different parts of the country, and Danyao Mansion and Gongmei Mansion focus on business offices and conferences. Danyao Building and Gongmei Building are mainly for business offices and conferences.

Yonghegong

Yonghegong (The Lama Temple), is located in the northeast corner of Beijing city, the Qing dynasty Kangxi thirty-three years (1694), the Kangxi emperor in the construction of this residence, given to the fourth son of Yin Zhen, that is, later the Yong Prince House. Yongzheng three years (1725), change the Royal Palace for the Palace, said Yonghegong, Yongzheng thirteen years (1735), Yongzheng Emperor died, had parked the casket here, therefore, the main hall of Yonghegong original green glazed tiles to yellow glazed tiles.

Yonghegong, because Emperor Qianlong was born here, Yonghegong out of two emperors, into the “dragon submerged in the blessed land”, so the temple for the yellow tile red walls, and the Forbidden City Palace with the same specifications. Qianlong nine years (1744), yonghegong changed to lama temple, sent the prime minister of the king's minister of affairs to manage its affairs, and become the center of the qing government in charge of the national Tibetan buddhist affairs. Yonghegong is a Buddhist temple with the highest national specifications in the middle and late Qing Dynasty.

The Yonghegong, which was recognized by the State Council in 1983 as a national key temple of Buddhism in the Han area, consists mainly of three exquisite pagodas and five grand halls. From the flying eaves arch of the East and West Pai Fang to the ancient East and West Shunshan Building covers a total area of 66,400 square meters, there are more than a thousand halls.

Nanluoguxiang

Nanluogu Lane (Nanluogu Alley), located in the Dongcheng District of Beijing, was built at the same time as the Yuan Dynasty, running north-south, starting from Gulou East Street in the north and ending at Ping'an Street in the south, with a length of 787 meters and a width of 8 meters. In the Ming Dynasty, it belonged to Zhao Hui Jing Gong Fang, which was called Caoban Alley. In 1750, it belonged to the Yellow Banner of the Qing Dynasty and was called Nanluoguxiang (South Drum and Guowu Xiang).

Forbidden City

Beijing Forbidden City (The Imperial Palace [88]) is a royal palace in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties, formerly known as the Forbidden City, located in the center of the central axis of Beijing. The Forbidden City to the three halls as the center, covers an area of about 720,000 square meters, construction area of about 150,000 square meters, there are more than seventy large and small palaces, rumor has it that the Forbidden City has a total of 9,999.5, in fact, according to the 1973 expert on-site measurements of the Forbidden City has a room of 8,707 The Forbidden City is the world's largest surviving, the most well-preserved wooden structure of the ancient architectural complexes of one of the first batch of 1961 was listed as one of the key national In 1961, it was listed as one of the first national key cultural relics protection units; [2] in 1987, it was listed as a world cultural heritage.

Beijing serviced apartments in Dongcheng District:

The Tower Apartmentsat Oriental Plaza Apartments

The Imperial Mansion, Beijing Marriott Executive Apartments

Base-LONGFUSI Serviced Apartments

Beijing St Regis Serviced Apartment

If you're a corporate traveller eager to find out more about Beijing’s vibrant offerings, make sure to read our ultimate guide to visiting Beijing. If you’re planning an upcoming business trip, be sure to contact our team of experts who can help find curated serviced apartments in Beijing. Whether for a short stay or something longer term, we offer apartments that have a perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and exceptional service – a home away from home.