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- Ronald LDenver, CO3,054 contributionsBus loads of people came into this attraction, Temple of Heaven. Large complex but not too many buildings. Much of the grounds covered in cedars and some pines. Each tree had a tag with it’s age. Supposedly trees over 300 years old could be found. Under the trees many groups of elderly people doing Tyche (they get in free). When our tour was over we boarded a private van to our next stop NW of the city. Followed a very pretty walled canal most of the way, lined with trees and flowers. Lots of flowers and roses all along the highways in this city.Written January 8, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- fire-tower3,477 contributionsWe managed to book reservations for the flag raising ceremony at Tiananmen Square at 6.27am so we have to leave the hotel at 5.50am to make our way there. The walk in -3 degrees in the wee hours on a Thursday December morning was not that far from our hotel, but subject to a few security checks (IDs and bags) along the way. The wait was long and the flag raising did not start until 7.25am, so we had waited for slightly more than an hour.
The contingent marched from building and across the road, where traffic was stopped a few minutes earlier. Once ready, the national anthem was played and the flag was raised, all within minutes. While there were a few foreigners, most were locals and many were elders who make the trip and wait to witness the ceremony. The patriotism is commendable. After the flag raiding ceremony, we proceeded to explore Tiananmen Square. Definitely an experience for those who visit Beijing but do note that online reservation is required.Written December 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BonnyBelieverGreater Sydney, Australia120 contributionsThe place was magical! The weather was perfect for our climb. Our tour took us by bus to the car park, we walked to the stairs for the start of the climb.
It is steep, and there are not a lot of landings!
There is irregular distribution of bricks which may be either one layer or two to make the stairs.Written November 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jamie H-DPoole, UK2,276 contributionsA must visit location for anyone interested in history and know of the iconic scene with the citizen and the tank, standing here seems to put the scale in to perspective, if the eyes of the world weren’t watching it would have been very different. Make sure you have booked your ticket online, or have a guide do it, and take your passport, otherwise you’re not getting through anywhere. You can view all of the outer area but that’s about it.Written December 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RoddekMelbourne, Australia629 contributionsDay 5-Janikou - The most dangerous part of the Great wall of China.
We left before dawn, and as we looked ahead, we could see this wall on top of the mountain, and there was an eerie feeling around us. It made me think twice about this trek, but I was still determined to see what it was all about.
The most steep part of the Great Wall is wild, weathered and primitive. This part of the wall was built on ridges with cliffs on each side on each side which makes it one of the most dangerous sections. On this trek, I had Woodie, an experienced climber, make it clear before we left the farmhouse that this section of the wall was the most dangerous of the entire 21,000 km length of the wall. It's only recommended for professionals, sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers. Tourists under the age of 18 and seniors over the age of 60 should never attempt to climb this wall since it is craggy and unrepaired, and many a climber has fallen to their death or received severe bodily injury.
I had viewed a few videos before I departed for China, and this wall sent shivers down my spine. I still thought it was challenging and a must-do. It had rained heavily the day before, and the hike was cancelled. Once again, today was no exception; an overcast day with showers was predicted. The first six hour walk was through a wild forest, a place of serene beauty, and uphill. We could see the wall at a distance, and it looked terrifying! We had to scale four walls before we got to what is known as " the eagle flies upward" since it was a 90%vertical climb.
I arrived at what is known as "Eagle flies facing upward" since even for an eagle, it is impossible to fly over the steep wall. I had one look at this wall and decided against it. Instead, I took a detour and joined the trail that would ultimately lead me to Mutianyu.Written December 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - flapjackbreakfastToronto, Canada20 contributionsGreat views from the top. The bottom has some high quality art exhibits and historical photos and exposition. Nice leafy courtyard in between to relax in the shade.Written June 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Allan & Amy TEdmonton, Canada390 contributionsWe were here twenty years ago,what a difference it makes now
Most of the tombs are closed for visitsors and the entire comnplexes are deserted and the crowds are not there!!
I presume part of the reasons local people(expecially old age) are superstitious and do not want to visit graves which will bring them bad luck
Most of the underground tunnel leading to the graves are closed
We can only see the palace, the stone crafted animals guarding the tombs, the location of the graves on the map,some of the history.....that's about it!!We cannot actually go underground to appreciate the tombs and the burial sites liked before!!
For those who don,t understand or have exposure to Ming dynasty it is not worthwhile spendning their time or money hereWritten June 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Adventure beyond imaginationMunich, Germany20,707 contributionsThe perfect combination between residential housings and lovely Chinese gardens. The artificial mountains and pavilions made the visit breathtaking.Written December 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Greg CMaryland54 contributionsHard to say much about the Great Wall but this portion of it was fantastic. It was a gorgeous fall day, but other than our small group, we saw no one else while hiking on the wall. Other than noting that the 4 1/2 hour hike was no walk in the park, it left an indelible memory.Written December 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- fire-tower3,477 contributionsWe managed to book reservations for our visit to the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall at 9.45am on a Thursday morning in December. We had timed this shortly after the flag raising ceremony at Tiananmen Square (and a quick breakfast thereafter). We got to see the embalmed body of Mao Zedong in the memorial hall enclosed in a glass case, watched by 2 military guards in attention. There were minders to keep the line moving along and visitors were not to stop but to keep moving.
The Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, also known as the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, is the final resting place of Mao Zedong, Chairman of the Politburo of the Chinese Communist Party from 1943 and the Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party from 1945 until his death in 1976. Although Mao Zedong had wished to be cremated, this was ignored and his body was embalmed. The construction of a memorial hall as his final resting place began shortly after his death. This attraction is located in the middle of Tiananmen Square.
Do note that reservations is required and we did this through WeChat even though we do not have a local China telephone number. Of course the staff at our hotel walked us through the reservation process. This visit is quite an experience.Written December 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CTMerebearBeijing, China101 contributionsGreat hike that was not too challenging. Most of the path was pretty safe. (Not too much climbing.) Walking poles are helpful.Written February 17, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LG_KaySingapore, Singapore7,512 contributionsThis is the only entrance to the Forbidden City. It has five towers appearing like a flying phoenix. You need to purchase a ticket to enter. I recommend you purchase the entrance ticket online at 3rd party website to avoid queuing. Amazingly, no physical ticket (QR code, ticket reference number etc) is issued. Just show your passport to scan through as the system can detect you have valid ticket.Written October 18, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- aron bPerth, Australia407 contributionswas nice and peacefull we were part of 2 for1 tripadeal holday , was great welll orgnised and enjoyed the hutong ride and lunch , great valueWritten January 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lhsankiBrisbane Region, Australia69 contributionsAs you would expect the Great Wall is very Impressive where ever you see it, this location, best way up is the chairlift, it is not wheelchair friendly at the top and the climb is very steep, you will need a moderate level of fitness, weekends are very crowded you would need to be there early, best time is during the weekWritten October 15, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- George NShenyang, China527 contributionsWhile this is a beautiful little park, they do charge you visit other places within the park once you've paid a small admission fee to the park's main gate. It's a quiet place with lots of room to chill out.Written August 2, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
