BEIJING — The irony was probably lost on ... they have been losing many of the landmarks that somehow survived revolution, war and the anti-cultural destruction of earlier Communist rule.

Beijing's leaders have infamously demolished ... As were thousands of tourists wielding smart phones. Sombre landmarks, like this building seen here in 1979, are now packed full of tourists.

“The dazzling landmarks in Beijing, including the Bird’s Nest, were built upon the sweat and toil of millions of migrant workers from rural areas in China,” said Yaqiu Wang, a senior China ...

Whether you are a history buff or a lover of contemporary culture, Beijing has something to captivate every traveler. One of ...

often with iconic landmarks and escapes in the background.” People pose for selfies on the Great Wall of China at Badaling, north of Beijing. GREG BAKER/AFP via Getty Images This trend differs ...

Tiananmen Square, one of the world’s largest public squares, is another must-see, surrounded by significant landmarks in Beijing. The vibrant city of Shanghai offers a blend of modern ...

The Beijing Xishan Yongding River Cultural Festival, which opened recently, marks the beginning of a diverse cultural celebration event in the capital. Over the past year, the Xishan Yongding ...

The route taking the flame to landmarks including the Great Wall is far more modest than the globe-spanning tour ahead of Beijing's 2008 Summer Games, opens new tab that was disrupted by protests.

These three landmarks-a theater, a library, and the eastern branch of Beijing's Capital Museum-will cover a total of more than 300,000 square meters including their shared supporting facilities.