This document summarizes a 14-day trip to Beijing, China. It details attractions visited including the Forbidden City, Beihai Park, Coal Hill Park, the Great Wall, and the Legation Quarter. Transportation options and accommodations are discussed. A breakdown of expenses for the first and second week of the trip is provided totaling $7,696.43. References used to plan the trip are listed at the end.
15. 故宫 (former palace)
Forbidden City
• Palace of Heavenly Purity
• Hall of Union
• Imperial Garden
• Complete Palace of Peace and Longevity
• Nine Dragon Screen
• Pavilion of Cheerful Melodies
• Hall of Mental Cultivation
• Palace of Gathered Elegance
• Clock Exhibition Hall
• The Palace Museum
• USD$9.66 entry
• Calligraphy and Painting Gallery
• Hall of Martial Valor
• Great Halls
• Hall of Supreme Harmony
• Largest structure
• Hall of Middle Harmony
• Hall of Preserving Harmony
16. Beihai Park
• Gate of Received Light
• Bridge of Everlasting Peace
• Accumulated Emerald
• Piled-up Clouds
• Temple of Eternal Peace
• White Daboba
• Aesthetic center of park
• Boat, Bike, or Walk
17. Coal Hill Park
• Located on top of one of few
hills in Beijing
• Made of dirt from moat
around the Forbidden City
• Oasis of flowers and trees
• Revolutionary songs practiced
• Erhu playing
• Tai Chi demonstrations
29. Conclusion
• 14 day trip to Beijing, China
• Attractions:
– Forbidden City
– Beihai Park
– Coal Hill Park
– Great Wall
– Legation Quarter
• Total Trip Cost: $7,696.43 (+2,303.57)