Originally Posted by
b100cks
Thanks! I'm reassured wrt the airport but somewhat envious to the discussion in the "1 day in Beijing" thread
But breaking 1 day into 2+ seems easy enough following the suggestions there. Monday to the center and Tuesday to the North (Badaling + Temple of Heaven). What's good for a Sunday afternoon/night?
I really enjoy a couple Sunday things in Beijing
The "Antique Market" great people watching in a market with it seems like 100s of vendors selling porcelain, books, glass, fabric. Prices are.very high though so bargain fiercely a don't be afraid to walk away.
Sunday in a big public park: the Hugh public parks are gathering points for Chinese to play badminton (without a net!!) practise ballroom dancing, do tai chi, fly kites and much more. My favorite is the area where Chinese gather for pickup choirs. I've even joined in and made friends there.