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"A historic Qing Dynasty imperial garden in Beijing that served as the setting for a tasting of formal imperial cuisine, providing a dramatic, ceremonial backdrop to explore elite, historical Chinese dishes." - Brenna Houck
Imperial garden with lakes, hills, temples, and palaces
Haidian District, China, 100091 Get directions
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Hotel · Dianmen
Chic hotel in hutong w/ rooftop bar, rooms w/ gardens
5 Postcards
Transportation service · Zhouzhuangzi
Shanxi knife-cut noodles, pork belly, and mini steamed buns
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Hotel · Sanlitun
Modern design hotel with art, chic bar, and duck oven
6 Postcards
Tourist attraction · Xuanwu
Ancient Architecture Museum showcasing Chinese regional design
Tourist attraction · Donghuamen
Vast, well-preserved imperial palace complex, former home to emperors
7 Postcards
Tourist attraction · Dashanzi
Former factories housing galleries, boutiques, cafes, and art
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Hotel · Chaoyang
Upscale skyscraper hotel with Nordic-style rooms and city views
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Airport · Beijing
Huge modern airport with direct train access to downtown
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Hotel · Chaowai
Contemporary art hotel with Dali, Warhol works & massage chairs
Shopping mall · Chaowai
Upscale shops, galleries, eateries, and a theater in eco-building