Beijing is a global city and one of the world's leading centres for culture, diplomacy, politics, finance, business and economics, education, research, language, tourism, media, sport, …

1 day ago · Beijing, city, province-level shi (municipality), and capital of the People’s Republic of China. Few cities in the world have served for so long as the political headquarters and …

Feb 4, 2025 · The city of Běijīng 北京 in northern China has been China's capital for centuries. However the name has not been consistently transcribed into Roman letters. "Peking" is the …

Dec 17, 2025 · The transition from “Peking” to “Beijing” represents more than a shift in spelling. It marks China’s growth and modern approach to international engagement.

Peking and Beijing are two names for the same city, the capital of China. However, many people may wonder what the difference is between these two names and why they are used …

Aug 5, 2025 · Peking Opera is a form of traditional Chinese theatre which combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance and acrobatics. It is extremely popular in the capital and has come …

Discover the best things to do in Beijing, from historic hutongs and the Great Wall to street food, royal palaces and vibrant local culture. Navigating your way through Beijing can feel …

Beijing (Chinese: 北京; pinyin: Běijīng; IPA: [pei˨˩ tɕɪŋ˥˥]; a metropolis in northern China, is the capital of the People's Republic of China (PRC). It was formerly known in English as Peking. …

Jun 30, 2023 · Beijing, also known as Peking, is a vibrant and populous city that stands as the capital of the People’s Republic of China. With a rich history dating back over 3,000 years, …

3 days ago · Forbidden City, imperial palace complex at the heart of Beijing (Peking), China. Commissioned in 1406 by the Yongle emperor of the Ming dynasty, it was first officially …