2008 Beijing Olympics
August 8-24th, 2008 - Beijing, China
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The 2008 Beijing Olympics will be a sight to behold. It will be the Summer Olympic athletes’ turn to shine as the 2008 Beijing Olympics showcases the world’s best competitors. Besides watching the Games, Beijing, China is interesting as well. From the delectable eateries to the historic landmarks and attractions, this 2008 Beijing Olympic experience will be one you will never forget.
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2008 Beijing Olympics Restaurant Recommendations
The CourtYard Restaurant
95 Donghuamen Ave
Beijing 100027 China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6526 8883
Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
Noon – 7:00 p.m. Sunday
www.courtyard-gallery.com
This 2008 Beijing Olympics dinner destination is an elegant, spacious and airy dining experience. The kitchen features fusion cooking, paring pan-Asian and Western influences.
Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant
32 Qianmen Ave
Beijing 100051 China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6701 1379
Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. daily
Quanjude will be the most popular peking duck restaurant on your 2008 Beijing Olympic tour. Quanjude was built in 1864, and still has a huge plush dining hall.
Matsuko Japanese Restaurant
East Third Ring Road North Section at Bui Jia Zhuang
Beijing, China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 4582 5208
Hours: Lunch 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily
Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. daily
Matsuko Restaurant has floor level seating, light and dark dining rooms, and more. This 2008 Beijing Olympic restaurant fits the description of a Japanese restaurant to a tee.
Afunti Restaurant
2A Houguaibang Hutong
Beijing 100010 China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6527 2288
Hours: 11:00 a.m. – Midnight Monday through Friday
11:00 a.m.- Late Saturday and Sunday
Afunti offers classic Xinjiang dishes, such as roasted mutton and barbequed beef, and live entertainment, just perfect for your 2008 Beijing Olympic visit.
The Den
4 Gongtidong Road, Chao Yang District
Beijing 100027 China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6592 6290
Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday
10:30 a.m. – 6:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday
Upstairs in The Den, the disco is always jumping, and downstairs, the restaurant and bar are cozy and quiet for your 2008 Beijing Olympic pleasure. Popular dishes from The Den have European and Asian influences.
2008 Beijing Olympic Shopping Recommendations
Traveling to the 2008 Beijing Olympics will be a once in a lifetime opportunity for some. Why not take in some shopping? Visiting Beijing for the 2008 Olympics provides for prime shopping experiences. Take advantage of this when at the 2008 Beijing Olympics!
Hong Qiao Market
This 2008 Beijing Olympic shopping center is near the northeastern entrance into the Temple of Heaven. Open from 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily, the Hong Qiao Market houses antiques, jewelry, clothes and more, at discounted prices. The more you buy, the bigger the discount will be! Make sure this is on your 2008 Beijing Olympics shopping itinerary.
Sogo Department Store
The Sogo Department Store will be an elegant 2008 Beijing Olympic shopping excursion. Open 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. daily, this 2008 Beijing Olympic department store sells local and international brands of accessories, ladies and men’s clothing, and more.
One World Department Store
Upscale and westernized, this 2008 Beijing Olympic store will be your source of all that is runway material. Open from 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., One World Department Store features brands such as Christian Dior, Nina Ricci, D’urban, Yves Saint Laurent, and more. Do not forget to bring home a souvenir from the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
2008 Beijing Olympics Attraction Recommendations
The Great Wall
North of Beijing City
Beijing, China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6912 1235
The Great Wall, one of China’s greatest sightseeing attractions, stretches east-west for more than 5,000 kilometers. This attraction has to be the first on your 2008 Beijing Olympic sightseeing list. It is open 24 hours.
The Forbidden City
North of Tiananmen Square
Beijing 100009 China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6512 2255
+ 86 (0) 10 6513 2255
Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, this 9,000 room infrastructure was home of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Check out the piece of history during your 2008 Beijing Olympic visit.
Temple of Heaven
Tian Tan North Road
Beijing 100050 China
Phone: +86 (0) 10 6702 2242
The Temple of Heaven was built between 1406 and 1420, and holds some of the most sacred religious ideals of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The outer park is open from 6:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., and the inner park is open 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. daily. This is another place to visit during your 2008 Beijing Olympic stay.
Tiananmen Gate
North End of Tiananmen Square
Beijing 100006 China
Phone: + 86 (0) 10 6512 3043
This 2008 Beijing Olympic historic sight offers visitors a panoramic view over Tiananmen Square. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it was used for grand ceremonies.
Throughout your 2008 Beijing Olympic visit, be sure to take in all the sights and sounds of Beijing and the Olympics. Beijing is a great city with much promise, and has a chance to make the 2008 Beijing Olympics the best in Olympic history!
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