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Beijing might not be the most modern of cities, but it’s getting there. With the re-haul of architecture and infrastructure in 2008 for the Summer Olympic Games, this traditional Eastern metropolis is making its way to becoming even more of a worldly influence.

From delicate tea houses to the controversial Tiananmen Square, Beijing is a microcosm of China’s tumultuous history and its legendary icons.

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Pleasance CoddingtonPleasance is a British travel writer and online content specialist in travel. She has written for numerous publications and sites including Wired, Lucky, Rough Guides and Yahoo! Travel. After working for six years on content and social media at VisitBritain, she is now the Global Content and Social Media Manager for Cheapflights.

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