|
 As
the
capital
of
the
People's
Republic
of
China,
Beijing
is
the
nation's
center
of
government,
economy,
culture,
and
international
activities,
as
well
as
serving
as a
transportation
hub
to
the
entire
country.
With
a
population
of
11
million
people,
Beijing
contains
18
districts
and
counties
covering
an
area
of
10,450
square
miles.
The
suburbs
contain:
Dongcheng,
Xicheng,
Xuanwu,
Chongwen,
Chaoyang,
Haidian,
Fengtai,
and
Shijingshan.
An
outer
suburban
area
consists
of:
Fangshan,
Mengtougou,
Changping,
Tongxian,
Shunyi,
Daxing,
Huairou,
Miyun,
Pinggu,
and
Yianqing. |
|
Beijing
is
also
known
as a
tourist
city
for
its
many
places
of
interest,
including
ancient
architecture,
royal
gardens,
mansions,
towers,
temples,
palaces,
and
modern
structures.
It
is a
gathering
place
of
artists
and
other
talented
people. |
