Tian An Men Square Do the parade of the all greats down at Tiananmen Square. Known as ’The Gate of Heavenly Peace, Tiananmen is the world's largest outdoor square at a sprawling 440, 000 sq meter found in the heart of Beijing of which life and traffic radiate in a circular manner outwards. In the past, Tiananmen was the original gateway to the Forbidden City and connected the Temple of Heaven to the palace. Built and burnt down several times, its recent incarnation is a modern creation that belies the old tradition that land was never built for large public gatherings. Hence, Tiananmen Square ushered in the new modern China and is recognized as the symbol of the new China away from the old Feudal China under its leader, Mao Zedong. Stand in the midst of where history is constantly made through the years of China's political revolt and progress. Watch the bustling life ebb and flow from the core of Beijing as locals go about their daily activities across and about the square. e West Lake in Hangzhou. CONSIDERATIONS Avoid Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays ENHANCEMENTS Additional guides on site can provide in depth analysis and stories about the venue. Visit Chairman Mao’Äôs body. Visit Monument to the People’Äôs Heroes REFERENCE : BPT1 Duration : 4 hours Capacity : Unlimited