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- Castles, Palaces & Historic Buildings
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- Historical Things to Do
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- Locals have answered 90 questions about Beijing.
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1. Summer Palace (Yi He Yuan)
- Breathtaking Gardens & Ancient Art
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- Landmarks
- Hai Dian District
- Nile Expert Tip: The Summer Palace is extremely large and to see all of its beauty will take at least one day. It is...
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2. Beijing Zoo
- Animal Kingdom
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- Zoos/Aquariums
- Hai Dian District
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3. Yu Yuan Tan Park
- Ba Yi Lake Park, respite from the superstructures
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
- Hai Dian District
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4. Beijing Aquarium
- Fishy viewing
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- Zoos/Aquariums
- Hai Dian District
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5. Purple Bamboo Garden (Zizhuyuan Park)
- It's a landscape of lakes, isles and bamboos
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
- Hai Dian District
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6. Beijing Big Bell Museum
- Collection of bells of all sizes
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- Museums
- Hai Dian District
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7. Five Pagoda Temple
- The temple shows ancient stone carvings
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- Religious Sights
- Hai Dian District
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8. Friendship Hotel Pool
- Swim and sunbathe in Beijing's Friendship Pool
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- Water Sports
- Hai Dian District
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9. Ruins of the Old Summer Palace
- Former imperial residence in park setting
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- Hai Dian District
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10. Beijing Botanical Garden (Cherry Valley)
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The Best of NileGuide
- Big-name attractions and larger-than-life landmarks shouldn’t be missed, but neither should Beijing’s less-well-known activities. Dig a little beneath the surface, and check out the neighborhood things to do. These are the activities locals like to do—and tourists would too, if only they knew about them. But, lucky you, you're plugged in. Have fun.
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