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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 3:47 pm
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cpx
 
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Originally Posted by dkrt
Any other recommendations?
Plenty.. just search through the rest of the China forum and you'll
see enough references.
Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, Temple of Heaven,
Ho Hai (Dinner, and evening walking around area)
BaiHai (Walk between BaiHai and NanHai)

And if you have time, you could consider Old Summer palace
(or European Ruins)


I found the Metro to be very useful to go around during peak hours..
they are crowded, but fast when you want to get around the city
during rush hour. If I recall correctly, the card will cost you 20RMB and you
can add money to use. (you can get the 20 refunded if you return it)
I think a single trip is 2-3RMB.

Here is a PDF Map of the city that might come in handy:
http://www.cityofnanaimo.com/asia/China/Beijing.pdf


- Where is the best area to shop?
Before Olympics, they were reconstructing the area south of Tianamen Sq
into a shopping district. It should be ready and might be a good
place to check out.

Silk market is a good place to buy souvenirs, but I don't think you'll really find
any genuine art there. You "might" get lucky at the "weekend market"
(I think thats what they call it) Its like a flee market and they have all
sorts of vendors.

While shopping in these tourist areas.. keep in mind, you pay 1/10th
of the asking price or less.

Shopping could certainly get entertaining. (thats the only reason I
shop there) Be prepare to say a few phrases:
"you're crazy"
"no money"
etc..

and be prepared to show a wallet or pocket with just 5-10RMB.
That will keep em from bothering you if they get pushy.
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