Beijing And Northern China

Venture into the magnificent ceremonial halls of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, where the emperor once performed the sacred rites confirming his role as the Son of Heaven.Drink in the views from atop the Great Wall at Huanghua Cheng, overlooking countryside lush with walnut and chestnut orchards.Face up to the Terracotta Army, with each soldier unique and eternally primed to protect the emperor in the afterlife.Quaff beer in Qingdao, a former German concession with an enchanting, hilly old town, unique for its mixture of Bavarian and Chinese architecture.You'll never be lost for words on holiday with our pocket-sized Mandarin Chinese PhraseGuide. Packed with phrases, practical tips and destination know-how, it puts China on the tip of your tongue.