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Beijing National Grand Theatre Opening
2007-11-22 09:47:00
National Grand Theatre Opening The newly completed National Grand Theatre is set to open on 22nd December, 2007 for its first formal season of entertainment.Tickets for the first season can be booked online starting 30th November.Hotels in Beijing Buy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China China Post China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Beijing's Yashow Market
2007-11-22 01:34:00
Yashow Market Telephone 010-64151726Address: 58 Gongtibeilu, Chaoyang districtLocated on Gongti Beilu in Sanlitun this market is a very well known shopping destination for tourists. One of the attractions of this market is that so many products can be found within this rather large 5 storey market complex. Overall the quality of clothing is good and there is a wide range of popular styles as well as local cultural styles that many people enjoy buying as souvenirs.While a mixture of products can be found on all floors a general guide would be as follows:Basement ? shoes, gloves, wallets, belts1st floor - clothing for teenagers and adults2nd floor - women?s wear3rd floor - men?s wear4th floor - children?s wear, curtains and bedding5th floor - souvenirs, electronic games and jewelry. There is even a food hall for shoppers needing refreshments!Bargain hard to get a good price on purchases. Remember to take your time and have some idea of what you think is a reasonable price before you st...
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Beijing Xiushui Silk Market
2007-11-20 07:17:00
The Silk Market is close to the Friendship Store on Jinguomennei Dajie and Jianwai Embassy area. It is a popular place for foreigners to go shopping. Individual shops are housed within this multi-storey building where there are clothing, ornaments, silk fabrics, shoes, handbags, travel bags and other goods for sale.English is widely spoken by the traders.Hotels in Beijing Buy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Silk Market China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn

Beijing Recycling
2007-11-19 13:33:00
Beijing?s recycling industry is alive and well with tricycle loads of materials being hauled off to recycling depots around the city.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Beijing Recycling China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Beijing Autumn
2007-11-18 08:16:00
Autumn in Beijing is one of the best times of the year for the Beijing visitor. It is a time when there are more likely to be days of blue skies and sunshine with mild temperatures. Millions of leaves colour the city. People enjoy sitting in the parks as the golden leaves of ginko trees sprinkle down around them. Many pose for photographs in leaf filled parks and streets.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Beijing Autumn China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Beijing Fire Engines
2007-11-17 13:13:00
Beijing is a city susceptible to fire. The often dry climate and strong winds can easily fan fires over the flat expanses of the city.Already in July, Peking University gymnasium the Olympic venue for table tennis caught fire and seventeen fire engines were needed to extinguish the blaze.According to the Xinhua News Agency, Beijing plans to set up 26 temporary fire stations near Olympic stadiums and gymnasiums as part of its fire safety plan for the 2008 Games.Listen to the sound of Beijing Fire Engines Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Beijing Fire China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Modern Beijing Expands
2007-11-15 14:14:00
As Beijing continues to throw off its traditional image modern office blocks, apartments and shopping centres take their place on the skyline.CCTV TowersThe new CCTV Towers (pictured left) are inching closer and closer together each day. Located on Dong San Huan Lu (East Third Ring Road) these towers will soon join up in an amazing feat of architecture where the linking piece turns through 90 degrees to link one leaning tower with another leaning tower. Driving along the East Third Ring Road one cannot help but have their attention grabbed by this architectural and engineering feat.SOHO Shang DuTo the west of this area, passing through Central Park and nearby to The Place shopping centre there is another interesting development by SOHO with SOHO Shang Du (below right). The black mirrored SOHO buildings certainly catch the eye with their walls that angle in and out of the building as they rise skyward. Visiting this area provides any Beijing-Visitor with an easy day shopping in eithe...
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Mao Memorabilia
2007-11-15 02:34:00
The popularity of Mao memorabilia is growing throughout markets and shops in Beijing . A visit to any market is hardly complete without buying such souvenirs. Items like t-shirts, watches, badges, porcelain statues, bronze statues, bags, hats and figurines depicting red guards and ballerinas from the revolution era are popular items.Popular markets to buy these souvenirs include:Panjiayuan market Curio City (Antique City, Dongsanhuan Nanlu)Hongqiao market Gold Street Market (nearby Lido Hotel)Silk Street market (Xiushui market on Jinguomennei Dajie, Yonganli subway station on Line1)For more up-market replicas following this theme visit the many small galleries and shops of Dashanzi, Nanluoguxiang, Houhai and also Dara home decorating shops.Plastered 8, 61 Nan Luo Gu XiangGrifted, Nan Luo Gu Xiang Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Mao Memorabilia China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn

Beijing Opera Podcast
2007-11-14 04:18:00
For sheer spectacle, beautiful costumes and intricate make up, book a night at the Beijing Opera on your visit to Beijing.Listen to the sound of Beijing Opera Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China podcast Beijing OperaBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Beijing Construction Sound
2007-11-13 02:53:00
Sounds of a Building SiteListen to the sound of construction in Beijing At this time in history one can hardly go anywhere in Beijing without listening to the melodious sounds of a building site. In fact, if you are sleeping in your bed and not hearing the sounds of construction, consider yourself in a rare situation.Those of us who live in Beijing have had to become used to the many and varied sounds of building sites as we rush toward the Beijing 2008 Olympics.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China podcast constructionBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Towards 2008 ? A risky business?
2007-11-12 14:22:00
As workers put all of their effort into preparations for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games it seems that no amount of effort is too much. Seen here, workers walk around on top of tall buildings passing materials and tools to their colleagues from areas where many of us would dare not tread, all in the name of preparing for Beijing visitors.Those attending the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games have thousands, if not millions of these hard working people to thank for their commitment in preparing Beijing for the Games.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Olympic Construction China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Super Bar Street, Beijing
2007-11-10 14:10:00
Super Bar Street , another of Beijing ?s lively night spots, is also known as Xing Ba Lu. There are about 30 bars and restaurants making up this entertainment area. It is close to Laitai flower market.Little Bangkok has two excellent chefs and a cheerful outgoing manager who all work to impress with Thailand?s culinary delights.Biteapitta specializes in Middle Eastern food and serves some of the cheapest eats in Beijing. Falafal lovers on a tight budget will be well catered for here.Shu Area Legend is a popular Sichuan style restaurant offering a hot and spicy dining experience. Spicy catfish, spicy crab and spicy shrimp are among the more popular dishes available.Bars like Logos Bar and Get Lucky Bar have been performance venues for Chinese rock music stars including Zheng Jun and Cui Jian, China ?s godfather of rock and roll who still improvises in Get Lucky Bar.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Xing Ba Lu China TravelBook t...
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Beijing Olympics Ticketing Update
2007-11-10 00:43:00
Don?t rush on-line today to order your tickets! There has been another change to the way Olympic tickets can be ordered.People living in China who wish to buy tickets to the August, 2008 Olympic Games should place their orders through the official ticketing website between 10th December and 30th December, 2007. Tick ets will then be issued according to a lottery system. This change in practice is no doubt aimed to circumvent the system crashes experienced by many people who recently tried to buy tickets using the first in first served method.Click here to read BOCOG?s official announcement, click here to buy 2008 Beijing Olympics Tickets.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Olympic Tickets China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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The Place, Beijing
2007-11-07 13:31:00
Shoppers who enjoy trendy international brands, lifestyle shopping, relaxing eateries and entertainment in a shopping centre, The Place is your kind of shopping centre.There are two, four storey shopping malls beneath two office towers. A huge skycreen covered mall links the two malls. The screen itself is a massive 4800 square metres! At night this screen is an amazing diversion for shoppers and a reflection of Beijing ?s determination to show off its modern capabilities as it hosts the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.Shops like Tourneau, China ?s largest watch boutique, DG lifestyle store, Ferrari and Chaterhouse bookshop can be found. Chaterhouse even offers subscriptions to various foreign magazines.The Place offers international restaurants, wine and spirits, a food market, spa, hair and beauty salons, and a food court. In the evenings The Place is an ideal location to sing, dance or relax at the end of a busy day.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and Be...

That's Over There, Part 2 (Bird's Nest)
2007-11-06 15:20:00
Beijing's "Bird 's Nest " Olympic Stadium.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Bird's Nest China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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That's Over There, Part 1 (Ice Cube)
2007-11-06 15:16:00
The "Ice Cube ." Tomorrow, more photos.Hotels in Beijing Buy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China China Post China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Olympic Ticket Update
2007-11-05 04:34:00
Olympic Ticket Update (5th November)Official news from the Olympic ticketing office is that tickets will be available again online 10th November through a lottery system, as used in Round 1 of ticket sales. This news affects anyone in China trying to buy tickets to attend the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Olympic Tickets Beijing OlympicsBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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What's Over There, Beijing?
2007-11-04 12:39:00
We'll let you know tomorrow...Hotels in Beijing Buy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China China Post China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Ticket Sale Update (4th November)
2007-11-04 07:34:00
Unofficial technology sources in Beijing suggest that ticket sales will resume on Monday 5th November by reverting back to the lottery sales system used in Phase 1 of ticket sales. For more information on Ticket Sale s, click here for news on Monday.Buy 2008 Beijing Olympics Tickets from a reliable agency.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Olympic Tickets China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Beijing Weather Controllers
2007-11-03 07:49:00
With questions being raised about Beijing ?s air quality for the Olympic Games in August, 2008, it is also to be expected that people are asking about the weather. According to records Beijing has a 50% chance of rain during the Opening Ceremony on 8th August, 2008. In order to limit the chance of rain, Beijing?s weathermen have been experimenting with ways to bring the weather under control. In fact there are 26 weather modification test sites around Beijing where artificial methods are being used to disperse rain.Rockets using silver iodine or liquid nitrogen as catalysts are fired high into the air to strike cumulonimbus clouds, therefore inducing rain before the clouds reach Olympic venues. It is said that the whole process does not pollute the environment. Three lines of defence have been established around the National Stadium in zones of 20km, 60km and 100km out from the stadium. Beijing experiences hot, humid summers influenced by the East Asian monsoons. Bad summer weather u...
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Olympic ticket sales fail
2007-11-02 04:09:00
Sale of Olympic tickets in Beijing has been stopped again! With the recommencement of ticket sales in Beijing on Tuesday the online computer systems crashed. Olympic fans could not buy tickets due to between 3.5 million and 8 million people trying to get online, depending on whose numbers you believe.Telephone sales also failed due to overwhelming numbers of people congesting the lines! Banks were scenes of long queues of people scrambling to get tickets so they could also enjoy the Olympic Games.At this point in time the official word has been that sales will resume again on 5th November. One can't help but wonder how things will be any different then!***Tick et sales news! For people in China trying to access ticket sales through internet, telephone or bank outlets there will be further information announced on Monday 5th November.Good luck Beijing!Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Olypic Tickets China TravelBook the Capi...
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Beijing National Stadium
2007-10-29 14:20:00
Beijing?s new National Stadium , also known as the Bird ?s Nest, is a unique, world class and innovative building in its design and appearance. The designers from Swiss group Herzog and De Meuron, Arup Sport and China Architecture Design and Research Group, appear to have been inspired by nature when thinking about the stadium. The design will allow free flow of air around the stadium as well as protection from the wind and rain as needed.The stadium will seat 91 000 people during the Olympic competition, where the main track and field events will be held. Olympic Opening and Closing ceremonies will also be held in the Beijing National Stadium. Restaurants, shops, cinemas, a health club and restrooms are all part of the stadium?s design.110 000 tonnes of 110mm thick plate steel has been fitted together in such a way that the stadium is said to withstand earthquakes and be the world?s largest enclosed space.Hotels in BeijingBuy 2008 Beijing Olympics TicketsBooks on China and BeijingTag...
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Beijing Olympics Ticket Sales
2007-10-28 14:09:00
Finally for those of us who have been desperately watching and waiting for Phase 2 ticket sales to begin here in China the wait is coming to an end!Ticket sales commence on Tuesday 30th October at 9am. Tickets that have not been allocated via the lottery method will be released on a first come first served basis on Tuesday. Tickets will be on sale until January 2008.For more information, visit the 2008 Beijing Olympics Official site for information on Ticket Sales .Buy 2008 Beijing Olympics Tickets from a reliable agency.Hotels in BeijingBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Beijing Olympics Tickets China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn

Sun Dong An Plaza
2007-10-25 03:04:00
Located in the heart of central Beijing this well appointed shopping centre in Wangfujing has a large range of shops including FCUK, Espirit, U2, Jive Jeans, Tony Jeans, Swatch and Vero Modo. The famous and stylish Peninsula Hotel is almost opposite the plaza.A range of food outlets including one or two of the famous western brands are available in the mall.There is a cinema complex on the top floor and a kids gym in the basement.Open 9am ? 10pm138 Wangfujing DajieDong cheng DistrictTelephone: 5817 6688Hotels in BeijingBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Sun Dong An Plaza China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn

Beijing Fine Jewelers
2007-10-24 13:53:00
Specialising in custom made jewelry this business allows you to bring in photos of your favourite piece and have it made within two weeks of your ordering. Ready made jewelry in gold and silver featuring gems of many varieties is available. Be sure to wander up the many floors of jewelry, rather than stopping in the small front section of this large store. Those wanting more casual jewelry in local featuring local ceramics or beads will find a range of classic pieces on show.Regular customers can ask for a VIP discount card.Open 9.30am ? 7pmA6 Gongti Donglu (opposite the east gate of the Workers? Stadium)Chaoyang DistrictTelephone: 6592 7118Hotels in Beijing Books on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Beijing Fine Jewelers China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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Underground Line 5 Opening Delayed
2007-10-23 03:38:00
The opening of the Line 5 Beijing underground system has been delayed. While it was to officially open last week, a recent visit to one of the line stations, Huixinxijiebeikou, confirmed that the trains are not yet running for the public on Line 5.Hotels in BeijingBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Beijing Subway China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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The Place Shopping Centre, Beijing
2007-10-22 15:58:00
Located south of Landao Shopping Centre , The Place is on the road down toward the Silk Market. The huge electronic screen is certainly a landmark feature of this new mid to up-market shopping centre. Shopping in this relatively busy collection of shops is still a relaxed and enjoyable experience without the crowds of the nearby Silk Alley market or Landao shopping centre.Labels represented include: Starbucks Coffee, Gant, Guess, Zara, Crocs, Jack Jones, Only, Vera Moda, Miss Sixty, Puma, Adidas and Ferrari.Hotels in Beijing Books on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China The Place Shopping Centre China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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China World Trade Centre (Guomao)
2007-10-20 11:07:00
Also known by some as China World Mall, this shopping centre offers a huge range of brand name shopping including Prada, Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Moschino, and Burberry. Other less expensive brands like Ports, Espirit, L?Occitane, Red Earth and BCBG are also available.The décor is something comparable with many western shopping malls. Clean environment, air-conditioning, eating outlets and entertainment venues like the ice skating rink will make you feel right at home.Open 9.30am ? 10pm daily1 Jianguomenwai DajieTelephone: 6505 2288Hotels in Beijing Books on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China China World Trade Centre China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn

National Grand Theatre, Beijing
2007-10-18 15:15:00
Beijing?s long-awaited National Grand Theatre has arrived!Jiang Zemin, the former Communist Party general secretary and state leader, has been a strong backer of this new entertainment venue in the heart of China?s capital.Located immediately behind The Great Hall of the People, the National Grand Theatre appears to float on a pool of water. The building can be seen from many vantage points within the immediate city precinct. The design certainly stands in contrast to its surroundings and will be a point of interest and comment for decades to come.The theatre is officially due to open in December but will be used for events leading up to that time.Hotels in BeijingBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China National Grand Theatre China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn
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The Malls at Oriental Plaza
2007-10-17 11:26:00
There must be something good in Oriental Plaza shopping centre judging by the hoardes of people streaming in and out of the doorways! Among many other shops there are outlets for Apple, Bally, Bossini, Burberry, Espirit, Givenchy, H2O, Jack Jones, Max Mara, Only, Paul Smith, Sisley, Soda, Tag Heuer, Valentino and Vera Modo. Watson?s pharmacy and CRC supermarket can provide those every day type needs. If you venture over to Tower W3 you will even find Thai Airways Beijing branch to support your travel needs abroad.Cinema theatres are another feature of this popular shopping mall, along with the usual Western style and Chinese fast food outlets.Open 9.30am ? 10pm daily1 Dongchang?an JieDongcheng DistrictTelephone: 8518 6363www.orientalplazaHotels in BeijingBooks on China and BeijingTagsBeijing China Oriental Malls China TravelBook the Capital Hotel Beijing Book the Beijing Downtown Holiday Inn