Shanghai is also known for its iconic skyline, which includes The Bund and the futuristic buildings of Lujiazui. The capital city, Beijing, is in northern China — more specifically, the northern ...

In Liao Dynasty, the temple stood in the most flourishing market district of the imperial city; thus one can imagine the important role it played in embellishing the skyline of ancient Beijing.

Strolling around Sanlitun, a glamorous shopping mecca and 24-hour catwalk in central Beijing, it’s easy to forget that the city is the home of what is essentially a one-party dictatorship ...