Beijing was the capital of six of the greatest dynasties, including the Yuan, Ming, and Qing empires; the largest and most powerful of the Chinese empires.

Beijing has continued to grow throughout history. Nowadays, it is not only the capital of the country, but also the second largest city in China, the main cradle of high-tech education and development, which sometimes earns it the nickname "Silicone Valley of China".

Beijing is different from Guangzhou, as there are many monuments in the capital. In Canton, I showed above all the difference between the old Canton and the new. This is less the case in Beijing.

Beijing is the capital of China. This city is the center of one of the oldest civilizations in the world.

Although many symbols of ancient Chinese civilization are still there, Beijing has undergone several changes and upheavals in recent years. The change of political regime and the opening to the West and modernity have greatly changed Beijing's urban planning and architecture. Modern buildings stand side by side with small traditional dwellings with their inner courtyards and narrow streets.