The Great Wall and the Terracotta Army. Peking duck and steamed dumplings. The Forbidden City and the ancient city walls. Tiananmen Square and Wild Goose Pagoda. These well-known Chinese cities are two of the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

Arrive in the capital of China and observe the contrast between Beijing’s ancient Hutongs and modern sky scrapers. Learn of emperors and dragons in the Forbidden City, or take a boat ride at the Summer Palace. Set foot on the Great Wall of China, and walk into Tiananmen Square to learn about Chairman Mao’s rule and Mao Zedong’s declaration. Catch the night train to Xian and wake up in the ancient capital. Rise early to join a morning Tai Chi session and experience the Chinese markets. Study the 7th century Wild Goose Pagoda and taste delicious Chinese street food. Step outside the city walls to discover the Terracotta Army and examine the faces of 7,000 unique warriors.

Well connected by a direct train service, travel between the two cities is both exciting and efficient. STS provides comfortable, air conditioned accommodation in hotels in both Beijing and Xian. Students will be amazed by the treasures found in these two spell-binding cities, gaining a privileged and diverse educational experience.

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