Beijing 北京

After a few days in Xi'an, we arrived in Beijing.  Beijing is truly the epicenter of the Chinese World. The city is pleasant, historical, and calm.  Easily navigable, Beijing has many hip areas and a lot to see if you have the time.  Of course we did the classics like the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, the Lama Temple, and of course the Great Wall (not pictured here).  We also got to see some local Beijing culture in local food places, the most amazing duck I've ever eaten, and small inexpensive watering holes.

The Yonghe Lamasery in Beijing.

What I dream about at night.

The Forbidden City.

At the Summer Palace.