Of course you will come to see this landmark. Just warning you that kite flying was apparently prohibited here when we visited, perhaps because of the upcoming Olympics. more

Its huge, surrounded by museums and attractions. Very easy to reach by subway. I went there in a very hot and humid weather and its an open area where you have to walk a lot but still the 2008 floral decorations and all the activity made it very very enjoyable. Its one of the most visited tourist attraction in Beijing... more

Upon seeing General Mao's picture on Tiananmen Gate after leaving the Forbidden City, I was hustled and bustled by shouting Chinese guards. I couldn't understand the language, but through the wonders of non-verbal communication, I could understand that they were shouting at all the tourists to keep moving, keep moving, keep moving. I had a friend of mine take a... more

You can read all about Tiananmen’s history in those heavy guide books. I’ll summarize by stating that it is a must see. Like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, Tiananmen and everything around Tiananmen has been built on a grand scale - the wide avenues that frame the square, Zhongnanhai to the west, the museums to the east, the... more

One must not visit Beijing without seeing Tiannanmen Square. Its historical importance - good and bad - is unrivalled in China and it is also a superb place for people-watching (from proud Chinese citizens saluting the red flag to wide-eyed tourist groups taking a photo op next to a baby-faced soldier). I visited Beijing in December of 2008 and was... more

We originally planned to go to Tiananmen Square to walk around, watch the many people flying kites, etc, however we changed our minds and got up early to watch the flag ceremony. It was quite organized and very short and to the point, BUT....one should experience this moving event. Watching the People's Republic Army, listening to their anthem and people... more

I visited Tiananmen Squar in mid-September. The square itself is beautiful, especially the Heroes' Monument and Chairman Mao's Mausoleum. However, most of the attractions in and around the square were under construction for the approaching Olympics and/or National Holiday. Mao Tse Tung's mausoleum was completely closed off, and the National Museum could not be accessed. This is definitely a must-see... more

We visited the square on a few occasions during our stay in Beijing in August 07. I must say the square is very impressive in both size,layout and buildings. You have the hall of people, Mao mausoleum and the monument of people heroes to name a few. Also you have the raising/lowering of the national flag at sunrise or sunset... more

If you're in Beijing as a tourist, you'll see Tiananmen Square. Go for the requisite picture in front of Tiananmen Gate and the portrait of Chairman Mao. Then leave before the touts and scam artists get a hold of you. If anyone asks you to visit their art exhibit in the museum, your answer should be "No!" more