Tiananmen Square is a landmark building located at the northern end of Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world and located in the center of Beijing, China. It was first built in the 15th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty (1417) and was the main entrance of the imperial cities of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Originally called "Chengtian Gate", it was rebuilt in the 8th year of the Shunzhi reign of the Qing Dynasty (1651) and renamed "Tiananmen Square", meaning "entrusted to heaven, to govern the country in peace".
Nowadays, it is not only the geographical center of Beijing, but also a national symbol and political landmark of the People's Republic of China. Its image is designed in the center of the national emblem, with extraordinary significance.
The rostrum is a palace style building with double eaves on the top of the mountain. It is 34.7 meters high. On the base of White Marble, the tower has five arched gateways. Above it is a magnificent hall with red walls and yellow tiles, and carved beams and painted rafters.
Ornamental column, Shishi, Jinshui River and Waijinshui Bridge are dotted in front of the tower, which together form a complete royal architectural etiquette system, reflecting the ultimate regulation and aesthetics of ancient Chinese architecture.
The world's largest square: covering an area of 44 hectares, it can accommodate a gathering of one million people and is located directly south of Tiananmen Square.
The National Political and Cultural Center: The square and surrounding areas are home to China's most important political and cultural buildings, forming a grand group of national symbols:
Monument to People's Heroes: In the center of the square, it commemorates the heroes who sacrificed for the country in modern times.
Chairman Mao Memorial Hall: On the south side, the remains of Chairman Mao Zedong are placed.
Great Hall of the People: To the west, the location of the highest authority of the state.
National Museum of China: On the east side, the highest hall of Chinese culture.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
