Beijing’s Old Drum Tower
Situated a mile north of Jingshan Park (on the same north/south axis as the Imperial Palace), the Old Drum Tower was the center of time-keeping in dynasties past. The highest pavilion…
Photo Friday: Jingshan Park, Beijing
Just a stone's throw from the northern Shenwu Gate of the Imperial Palace, lies Jingshan Park. Originally built when political power moved to Beijing, the artificial hills that make up…
Why Tourist Attractions Suck
You're in Beijing. For the first time. Excited to see the city and probably to see the Big 5: - Tiananmen Square & Mao's Mausoleum - The Forbidden City (Imperial…