Beijing

Rank in 2013:1

Beijing, the capital of China, is a great city with a history of more than 3,000 years. It's the center of the country's politics, economy, culture and art. As one of China's ancient capitals, Beijing is also home to a great number of cultural and historic sites, which make it a huge magnet for tourists from all over the world. Top attractions in the city include the Great Wall, the 600-year-old Forbidden City and the Summer Palace, which is the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China.