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As the capital of the People's Republic of China, Beijing is the nation's political, economic, cultural and educational center as well as being the China's most important center for international trade and communications. It has been the heart and soul of politics and society throughout its long history and consequently there is an unparalleled wealth of discovery to delight and intrigue travelers as they explore Beijing's ancient past and enjoy its exciting modern development.

With the biggest central square in the world - Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City which is the largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex, a superbly preserved section of the Great Wall, Beijing attracts both domestic and foreign visitors who all come wonder at its century-old history and unique cultural relics.