Enter Via The Southern Gate

There is only one way to enter the Forbidden City and this is via the Southern gate—also known as Wumen or Meridian Gate. You can access the entrance from Tinanmen Square.

Avoid Public Holidays

When visiting the Forbidden City, crowds are inevitable. If you want any chance of getting a good photo, it is best to visit on a weekday and avoid public holidays when possible.

Bring Your Passport!

You will need your passport to buy entrance tickets. You can buy your tickets when you get there, but bringing your passport is essential.

Check Out Jingshan Park

For a panoramic view of Forbidden City, walk up to Jingshan Park. It sits across from the north gate of the city and is definitely worth a visit.

Getting There By Subway

If you are heading to the Forbidden City by Subway, exit at Tiananmen East Station. This is the closest station to the entrance gate. If you are traveling on Metro Line 2, head to Qianmen Station and walk through the Tiananmen Tower.

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The Great Wall of China  

This landmark is definitely China’s most recognizable one – a walk on top of this architectural wonder holding your loved one’s hand is definitely something you will never forget!

Central TV Tower   

This place offers the best view of China’s marvelous capital – have a romantic dinner in the revolving restaurant on top of the tower while enjoying one of the most beautiful views in the world.

Beijing Huguang Guild Hall  

Treat your partner with a unique artistic experience at the incredible Peking Opera. The traditional performances include dance, singing, acting, and acrobatics while giving you a perfect glance at the impressive Chinese culture.

Boat Ride on Houhai Lake  

One of the most romantic experiences you could have in Beijing is taking a boat trip with your loved one on the famous Houhai Lake. Enjoy the nightlights of the city while having Chinese tea and traditional cookies.

The post The Ultimate Romantic Places In Beijing For Your Valentine’s Day Date appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Do you love metro systems as we do? Well, you have to travel around the world to check out these systems, the biggest and most extensive ones on the planet.

Shanghai Metro (China)

The Shanghai Metro is the most extensive on Earth, covering 420 miles and with 345 total stations. It’s no surprise that the world’s second-most populous city would have such a huge system.

Beijing Subway (China)

The Beijing Subway is nearly as extensive as the Shanghai system, and it even has more riders on an annual basis, with 3.8 billion annual riders. It’s a gargantuan system and is essential for navigating the Chinese capital.

Guangzhou Metro (China)

This relatively new system, which opened in 1997, covers nearly 300 total miles. This metro system is modern, and slick, helping yet another massive Chinese city’s residents get around with relative ease.

London Underground (United Kingdom)

The Tube is the fourth-largest metro system in the world. With classic phrases such as “Mind the Gap!” already embedded in world pop culture, The Underground has 270 stations that cover 250 total miles of tracks.

The post Check Out the World’s Largest Metro Systems appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Beijing Underground

Back in 1969, a series of tunnels were built beneath the city as a precaution in case of attack. The tunnels contained homes, schools and entertainment spaces, but it was mostly designed as a place of defense. Nowadays, it’s a tourist attraction but some citizens have been caught living in the tunnels illegally.

City of the Gods, Egypt

Beneath the ancient structures of the Pyramids of Giza lies an abandoned city. The city is made up of several tunnels and chambers and archaeologists are still trying to figure out how and why it was built. Some people are still skeptical the city exists at all, which has been named by research as the “City of the Gods.”

Paris Catacombs

The Paris catacombs were built in the 18th century to contain the dead. Some sections remain open as a tourist attraction but it can be easy to get lost if you go in alone. Rumor has it that some explorers have wound their way in, but have died trying to find their way out. Spooky.

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Great Wall of China: For Everyone

The Great Wall of China is an essential if you are visiting Beijing. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the wall, including a cable car, which takes you to the highest section. There are also some astonishing hiking routes for the adventurer.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqcj0nYBCcf/

798 Arts District: For Art Folk

Even if you’re only slightly interested in contemporary art, you should check out the former-factory-site-turned-art-complex. There is a huge variety of art here and the district is the city’s most important contemporary arts hub.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BnGOrazncle/

Lama Temple: For Explorers

Built for Prince Yongzheng, the Lama Temple is an extremely important Buddhist temple and a beautiful attraction too. Inside, you will find an 85-foot Buddha carved from sandalwood.

Eat Dumplings: For Foodies

It doesn’t matter whether you grab them from a fancy restaurant or a tiny street stall, just make sure you try dumplings while you are in Beijing. It is the taste of Northern China, and you can find them almost anywhere that serves food.

The post Top 5 Things To Do in Beijing Based on What You’re Seeking appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Enter Via The Southern Gate

There is only one way to enter the Forbidden City and this is via the Southern gate—also known as Wumen or Meridian Gate. You can access the entrance from Tinanmen Square.

Avoid Public Holidays

When visiting the Forbidden City, crowds are inevitable. If you want any chance of getting a good photo, it is best to visit on a weekday and avoid public holidays when possible.

Bring Your Passport!

You will need your passport to buy entrance tickets. You can buy your tickets when you get there, but bringing your passport is essential.

Check Out Jingshan Park

For a panoramic view of Forbidden City, walk up to Jingshan Park. It sits across from the north gate of the city and is definitely worth a visit.

Getting There By Subway

If you are heading to the Forbidden City by Subway, exit at Tiananmen East Station. This is the closest station to the entrance gate. If you are traveling on Metro Line 2, head to Qianmen Station and walk through the Tiananmen Tower.

The post A Guide To Visiting The Forbidden City, Beijing appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

The Great Wall of China  

This landmark is definitely China’s most recognizable one – a walk on top of this architectural wonder holding your loved one’s hand is definitely something you will never forget!

Central TV Tower   

This place offers the best view of China’s marvelous capital – have a romantic dinner in the revolving restaurant on top of the tower while enjoying one of the most beautiful views in the world.

Beijing Huguang Guild Hall  

Treat your partner with a unique artistic experience at the incredible Peking Opera. The traditional performances include dance, singing, acting, and acrobatics while giving you a perfect glance at the impressive Chinese culture.

Boat Ride on Houhai Lake  

One of the most romantic experiences you could have in Beijing is taking a boat trip with your loved one on the famous Houhai Lake. Enjoy the nightlights of the city while having Chinese tea and traditional cookies.

The post The Ultimate Romantic Places In Beijing For Your Valentine’s Day Date appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Do you love metro systems as we do? Well, you have to travel around the world to check out these systems, the biggest and most extensive ones on the planet.

Shanghai Metro (China)

The Shanghai Metro is the most extensive on Earth, covering 420 miles and with 345 total stations. It’s no surprise that the world’s second-most populous city would have such a huge system.

Beijing Subway (China)

The Beijing Subway is nearly as extensive as the Shanghai system, and it even has more riders on an annual basis, with 3.8 billion annual riders. It’s a gargantuan system and is essential for navigating the Chinese capital.

Guangzhou Metro (China)

This relatively new system, which opened in 1997, covers nearly 300 total miles. This metro system is modern, and slick, helping yet another massive Chinese city’s residents get around with relative ease.

London Underground (United Kingdom)

The Tube is the fourth-largest metro system in the world. With classic phrases such as “Mind the Gap!” already embedded in world pop culture, The Underground has 270 stations that cover 250 total miles of tracks.

The post Check Out the World’s Largest Metro Systems appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Beijing Underground

Back in 1969, a series of tunnels were built beneath the city as a precaution in case of attack. The tunnels contained homes, schools and entertainment spaces, but it was mostly designed as a place of defense. Nowadays, it’s a tourist attraction but some citizens have been caught living in the tunnels illegally.

City of the Gods, Egypt

Beneath the ancient structures of the Pyramids of Giza lies an abandoned city. The city is made up of several tunnels and chambers and archaeologists are still trying to figure out how and why it was built. Some people are still skeptical the city exists at all, which has been named by research as the “City of the Gods.”

Paris Catacombs

The Paris catacombs were built in the 18th century to contain the dead. Some sections remain open as a tourist attraction but it can be easy to get lost if you go in alone. Rumor has it that some explorers have wound their way in, but have died trying to find their way out. Spooky.

The post 3 Mysterious Underground Cities Around The World appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Great Wall of China: For Everyone

The Great Wall of China is an essential if you are visiting Beijing. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the wall, including a cable car, which takes you to the highest section. There are also some astonishing hiking routes for the adventurer.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqcj0nYBCcf/

798 Arts District: For Art Folk

Even if you’re only slightly interested in contemporary art, you should check out the former-factory-site-turned-art-complex. There is a huge variety of art here and the district is the city’s most important contemporary arts hub.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BnGOrazncle/

Lama Temple: For Explorers

Built for Prince Yongzheng, the Lama Temple is an extremely important Buddhist temple and a beautiful attraction too. Inside, you will find an 85-foot Buddha carved from sandalwood.

Eat Dumplings: For Foodies

It doesn’t matter whether you grab them from a fancy restaurant or a tiny street stall, just make sure you try dumplings while you are in Beijing. It is the taste of Northern China, and you can find them almost anywhere that serves food.

The post Top 5 Things To Do in Beijing Based on What You’re Seeking appeared first on Traveler Dreams.