The exciting capital of China,
Beijing is a contemporary metropolis with strong historical heritage. The city offers a wonderful heritage sites, excellent food and gorgeous opportunities for shopping.
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Itinerary
Day 1:
After Fajr: Early Morning to Mid- Day Destinations
- Temple of Heaven: A beautiful green park with paved walkways. The Qinian Dian, a pretty and historic hall.
- Tian’an Men Square: Huge square to the left of which you can see the Great Hall of the People and to the right side is the National Museum. Takes about 3 hours.
Mosques: Niujie Mosque
Halal Restaurants: Niujie Muslim Supermarket Restaurant at Niujie Street, Jubaoyuan at Xi Niujie Li, Nanlaishun Restaurant at Nancaiyuan Jie.
Afternoon: Afternoon to Evening Destinations.
- 1. Forbidden City: Several attractions here including the Palace Museum, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Hall of Union, Imperial Garden, etc. Takes about 2-3 hours.
Mosques: Niujie Mosque
Halal Restaurants: Niujie Muslim Supermarket Restaurant at Niujie Street, Jubaoyuan at Xi Niujie Li, Nanlaishun Restaurant at Nancaiyuan Jie.
Evening: Evening Destinations and Dining Options.
- Beihai Park: Has a beautiful lake and hill, great place to relax. Takes about 1 hour.
- Jingshan Park: Climb the hill here to get some great views of the Forbidden City. Takes about 1/2 an hour.
- Qianmen Traditional Culture Street: Runs from Jianlou to turning of Tiantan Park.
Mosque: Niujie Mosque
Halal Restaurants: Niujie Muslim Supermarket Restaurant at Niujie Street, Jubaoyuan at Xi Niujie Li, Nanlaishun Restaurant at Nancaiyuan Jie.
Day 2:
After Fajr: Early Morning to Mid- Day Destinations.
- Great Wall: Visit main sights of Great Wall; Badaling Great Wall, Badaling fortress, etc. The tour can take 2 hours. 3 hours for travelling to and from the site.
Mosques: Dongsi Mosque
Halal Restaurants: Beijing Golden Palace International Restaurant at the Golden Palace Friendship Store Co. close to the Badaling Great Wall.
Afternoon: Afternoon to Evening Destinations.
- Xiushui Street: The Silk Market has a wide variety of silk, cashmere, clothes and leather goods.
Mosques: Huashi Mosque
Halal Restaurants: Yong Feng Lou Muslim Restaurant at Qianmen-Street.
Evening: Evening Destinations and Dining Options.
- Summer Palace: Built along the Kunming Lake with splendid pavilions and halls. Takes about 2-3 hours.
- Wangfujing Street: Shop at some of the best malls and plazas of Beijing.
Mosques: Dongsi Mosque near Wangfujing Street
Halal Restaurants: Donglaishun Muslim Restaurant at Wangfujing Dajie, Crescent Moon Muslim Restaurant at Dongsi Liutiao.
Miscellaneous:
- If you have an extra day, visit the Beijing Zoo and climb up the Drum Tower.
- Restaurants: Beijing has a good selection of halal restaurants. The best place to find traditional local halal food is the Niujie Quarter close to the Niujie Mosque.
- Souvenirs: Jewellery, traditional clothing, ivory carving, palace lanterns, silk, etc. The best places to shop include the Wangfujing Street, Qianmen Street, Xidan Commercial Street, Hongqiao Pearl Market, Silk Street, etc.
- Transportation: The best way to travel around is by public transport. Subways are the most convenient means of travelling around. Taxis are also available in the city.
