As the country's key centre, Beijing is a major metropolis that combines historical heritage with urban development. With its dynamic economy, it is an essential crossroads for international trade in Asia.
Beijing boasts first-rate infrastructure, including Beijing Capital International Airport, one of the most frequented in the world, and the new Daxing International Airport, an architectural feat designed to handle 100 million passengers a year.
The city is also a major centre of innovation, with world-renowned technology hubs such as Zhongguancun, known as ‘China's Silicon Valley’, where leading-edge companies, innovative start-ups and research centres rub shoulders.
The city often hosts major events such as the 2008 Olympic Games and the 2022 Olympic Winter Games, demonstrating its ability to host large-scale events.
KEY FIGURES
- Capital of China, the country's political, cultural and economic centre
- Beijing Capital International Airport and Daxing International Airport connect over 200 destinations worldwide Efficient transport network: Modern metro, high-speed rail lines linking China's main cities (Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen) in just a few hours
- Zhongguancun, one of China's main centres of technological innovation
- Top-of-the-range hotels: over 150,000 rooms available in prestigious international establishments
- Dynamic city in terms of culture and the arts, with numerous museums, galleries and international festivals.
OUR SPACES
Discover the Capital International Exhibition & Convention Center