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Getting there:
By Air
Beijing Capital
International Airport is one of China's major gateways and has direct air
connections from most major cities in the world. The airport is 26 km.
(about 40 minutes' ride) from the city center.
By Train
If you are in other cities of China, you may get to Beijing by train. There are
four railway stations in Beijing: Beijing Railway Station (in eastern Beijing),
Beijing West Railway Station (in the southwest of the city), Yongdingmen Station
(in the south) and Xizhimen Station (in the north). Many buses stop at these
stations, so you need not worry about getting downtown from these places.
By Bus
If you are in a nearby city, hopping on a bus to travel to Beijing is quite convenient.
There are four major long-distance bus stations in
Beijing:
Dongzhimen (northeast; Dongzhimenwai Xiejie), Muxiyuan (south; Haihutun, Fengtai
District), Beijiao (north; Deshengmenwai) and Majun or Guangqumen (east;
Guangqumenwai).
Getting around:
Public Bus - Public buses are convenient,
and you can choose between the air-conditioned or un air-conditioned one.
Metro (Subway) -
Currently, Beijing's subway is still being expanded. The station for
all stops is in pin yin.
Taxi - Taxis are the most common means of transportation for
foreigners, and every taxi in Beijing has a meter.
Bicycle rickshaws -
Bicycle rickshaw is a traditonal vehicle of Beijing. It is small and
is time-saving during rush hours. Good for short distances.
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