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Informationen zum Autor For over 80 years, Fodor's Travel has been a trusted resource offering expert travel advice for every stage of a traveler's trip. We hire local writers who know their destinations better than anyone else, allowing us to provide the best travel recommendations for all tastes and budget in over 7,500 worldwide destinations. Our books make it possible for every trip to be a trip of a lifetime. Klappentext -EXPANDED COVERAGE: Fodor's Beijing keeps pace with the latest and greatest, from Beijing's ever-expanding subway system to the best pedicab tours; from awe-inspiring performances at the Peking Opera to the hottest new nightclub on Lake Houhai (and where to go for a healing tai-chi session the morning after). Fodor's on-the spot experts cover it all, as well as which palace-hotels roll out the red carpet for business leaders and which restaurants offer the spice-infused "Imperial Banquet."-HELPFUL TRANSLATIONS: Each property is listed with Chinese characters and Pinyin (the official phonetics system for transliteration), as well as its English name, to make navigating the city easier.-ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Full-color, magazine-style features highlight distinctive aspects of Beijing's culture and history, including an illustrated layout of the Forbidden City, the lowdown on Chinese cuisine, and a guide to getting the most out of a visit to the Great Wall.-INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Neighborhood overviews with easy-to-read color maps, top things to do, and tips for getting around help travelers plan their stays. "Best Bets" charts for restaurants and hotels, and features on top attractions, top experiences, fabulous festivals, and what to do with kids help prioritize what to see and do in this fascinating city. -DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Beijing offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife.-ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's travel guide is researched and written by local experts. Zusammenfassung For a limited time, receive a free Fodor's Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel e-book with the purchase of this guidebook! Go to fodors.com for details. Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. Fodor’s correspondents highlight the best of Beijing, including World Heritage sites, memorable markets, fantastic street food, and world-class nightlife. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it’s your first trip or your fifth.This travel guide includes:· Dozens of full-color maps· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks· Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path· In-depth breakout features on The Forbidden City, The Great Wall, and Chinese cuisine· Major sights such as Tiananmen Square, Confucius Temple, and Temple of Heaven · Side Trips from Beijing including The Great Wall, Thirteen Ming Tombs, The Western Temples, Eastern Qing Tombs, and ChengdePlanning to visit more of China? Check out Fodor's country-wide travel guide to China and also our Hong Kong guide....
