You either love it, or hate it; Hello China, BEIJING.

The first thing that strikes you when you step foot on the roads of Beijing, you thank Singapore government for the ERP and COE because the traffic jam is terrible! Not forgetting the noise and air pollution. But you've got to admire them for their patience on the road. Once you put down your frustration, you will slowly realise the beauty of ancient and modern China, how they fit in perfectly together.

Being there with my secondary school on an exchange programme, the schools there awed me. The students have so much discipline that we're kind of ashamed of ourselves. Be it mass morning exercise or during lessons, they are all so diligent!

Beijing University, being 1 of the top 10 universities in the world, the campus is amazing. The students told us that during winter, their pond/lake becomes an ice skating ground literally!

What's travelling in Beijing without experiencing the Great Wall of China? The sight of it is breathtaking. Being on it feels like the top of the world. On my way up, I can't help but give full credits to those who have devoted their lives to this master piece.

Another "must-not-miss" place in Beijing is the Forbidden Kingdom. The authority opens up a small area of the palace for tourism purposes, however it is magnificent enough. If you go missing within the compound, you probably need hours before you are able to find your way out. Yes, it is THAT big. To protect the antiques within, the internal areas are out of bound to tourists.




Tell me what's being in China without trying the Peking Duck? Totally fat & juicy. BUT, why the skin and not the meat?!

To round it up, if you love the talents and appreciate the art work of ancient China, Beijing is city worth travelling to. Trust me, it will not just be another holiday trip.