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If your visions of Beijing are centred around some people in buttoned-down tunics performing Tai Chi on the Square, put them to the rest: this city has embarked on a new-millennium roller-coaster and it's taking the rest of China follow it.
Beijing, abbreviated ''Jing'', is the capital of People's Republic of China. It's not only the political, cultural center and international communicated bridge, but also one of the famous six historical cities. The old and new Beijing is having a facelift and the cityscape is changing daily. Within the city, however, you'll still find some of China's most stunning sights: the Forbidden City, The Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Beihai Park, as well as the world's largest courtyard Prince Gong's Mansion etc. In addition, jade carving, cloisonné, carpets and other traditional arts and crafts produced in Beijing also renowned in the world.
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