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Beijing hutongs are the alleyway neighborhoods that hold the city’s real character. Our guide covers the best lanes, rickshaw tours, food, and tips.

Beijing Lama Temple (Yonghe Temple) is the capital’s most important Tibetan Buddhist monastery. Our guide covers its history, the giant Maitreya, and tips.

Chengde Mountain Resort was the Qing emperors’ summer retreat near Beijing. This guide covers the gardens, Eight Outer Temples, transport, and best season.

Shenyang Imperial Palace was the early Qing dynasty’s first capital, before Beijing’s Forbidden City. This guide covers its history, layout, and tips.

Harbin Saint Sophia Cathedral is the symbol of Russian-era Harbin. This guide covers its history, the floodlit dome, transport, and winter visiting tips.

The best hotels in Beijing, from hutong courtyards to sky-rise luxury near the Forbidden City, with honest notes on location, price, and who each one suits.

Forbidden City Beijing guide: ticket tips, the route through the palaces, best times to dodge crowds, photography notes, and how to pair it with Jingshan Park.