Yanqing

From Yanqing, Beijing is 45 miles (72 kilometers) to the southeast, and Tianjin is 120 miles (193 kilometers) to the southeast.

From firmly-established, must-see spots to hidden gems slightly off the beaten path, the area around Yanqing is crisscrossed with things to do and see. You'll also find Changping, 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the northwest, and Kangping 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the northwest.

Beijing, is another good spot to head to. It is 45 miles (72 kilometers) from Yanqing and offers a great selection of points of interest, like Taoranting Park, Prince Gong's Palace and Tianqiao Acrobatics Theatre. Bell and Drum Towers, Dazhalan and Dashilan Street are also good places to visit.

For a low-cost outdoors activity that everyone will like, take the time to check out the region's gardens. Tourists seeking out quiet places of quiet contemplation, will love spending time in the region's many temples.

Joining one of the culinary tours and city walking tours is a good way to learn about Beijing.

Authentic traveling involves so much more than just the scenery, it's also about the words, stories and ideas of a region. Your experience in Beijing will become much more meaningful if you take the time to practice a few everyday phrases and sayings in Mandarin. "Nǐ yào bú yào gēn wǒ tiàowǔ" translates to "Would you like todance with me?" "Zhèiwèi xiānsheng huì qīngdān" translates to "This gentleman/lady will pay for everything"

At the end of your adventure in Yanqing, you'll be sure to bid this place a fond "Zàijiàn" Rest assured, however, you'll be heading home with special memories and momentos that are yours to keep forever.