Exciting, rich, and kaleidoscopically colorful, Beijing is a must-visit for travelers to China. This is the place to experience China's economic boom and see how the city has fueled the country's artistic, culinary, and sociological revolutions. Here travelers hurtle through the centuries, from courtyard-lined hutongs to breathtaking skyscrapers, from the ancient Forbidden City to the Dashaizi 798 Art District, Beijing's gallery-packed answer to New York City's Chelsea art district. To help navigate this popular destination (China is the fifth most-visited country in the world), Fodor's Beijing showcases the top experiences along with savvy travel advice to make a visit to Beijing an experience of a lifetime.