Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Beijing, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Climate
Beijing’s climate is influenced by the Mongolian plateau to the north-west. It has distinct seasons marked by frequent extremes. Summers are long, hot and humid (due to its proximity to... read more
Flora & Fauna
According to the regularly told joke, the only wildlife you will see in Beijing is likely to be on a plate. The Chinese, another joke runs, have a tendency to eat anything that flies... read more
Environmental Issues
Despite (or perhaps becuase of) China’s international reputation as a heavy polluter, Beijing has been talking up it’s environmetal credentials. It has set out to stage a ‘green Olympics’... read more
