Roughly 300 years later, Beijing had become a crowded, windswept city; the Jesuit missionary Matteo Ricci often wore a veil when he ... Sixth Tone: Speaking of the Macartney Mission, there is a whole ...

Indeed, you could spend your whole trip — and most of your ... The hutongs, like much of Beijing, are in constant flux. With city authorities seemingly intent on diverting every restaurant ...

Beijing is now home to more billionaires than any other city in the world, according to the latest Forbes' annual rich list. The Chinese capital added 33 billionaires last year and now hosts 100 ...

With over 3,000 years of history and more than 870 years as a capital, Beijing blends deep cultural roots with modern brilliance. From its majestic landscapes to its bustling streets, this city is ...

The history-soaked Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square ... avoid the tourist traps while still dining deliciously close to Beijing’s bucket-list sites. Veggie balls and snacks: Huguosi Xiaochi ...