There are various landmarks in Beijing that make this ancient capital distinctive, such as the gate towers, the Forbidden City's yellow tiles and red walls, and the stone bridges with railings along the river. All of these beautiful historical relics can be recognized as masterpieces of the history of architecture.

Ditan Park, an important place for royal rituals in ancient times [Photo by Felix Amiss from the UK]

The Drum Tower located on Beijing's Central Axis [Photo by Felix Amiss from the UK]

A bird cage pictured in Nanluoguxiang [Photo by Felix Amiss from the UK]