Author: DK Publishing

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2007-01-15

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 0756648602

These two fascinating cities reflect different aspects of China - Beijing is the traditional capital, the seat of political power and home to the ancient monuments of Imperial China; Shanghai is both a financial powerhouse and a city at the cutting edge of fashion with an interesting modern history. This DK Eyewitness Travel Guide provides in-depth coverage of these cities, including Beijing''s Great Wall and Forbidden City, Shanghai''s Bund and the French Concession, as well as the water towns of Suzhou and Hangzhou, graced with serene and timeless gardens and lakes. Explore China''s cultural heritage through richly illustrated features - on everything from Beijing Opera to Confucianism, Chinese Gardens and the Cultural Revolution. Illustrated food features highlight the differing regional cuisines, and resident China experts have provideddetailed listings of the best places to stay and eat. Specially devised walkingtours take you easily to the heart of these bustling, enigmatic and ultimately bewitching cities. Over 600 color photographs, maps & illustrations The Flavors of Beijing and Shanghai - local produce and classic dishes Cutaways and floorplans of all the major sights Comprehensive selection of hotels and restaurants 3-D aerial views of Beijing and Shanghai''s most interesting districts Four Great Days Out in Beijing and Shanghai Full-color Street Finder mapping