Beijing

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Image of China's Wonderland located in Beijing, China | (Flickr/JoeInSouthernCA)
Beijing, China

China's Wonderland

Beijing's version of Disneyland, completely abandoned

Just 45 minutes out of Beijing, the city fades away into a milieu of cornfields amid an expansive empty landscape. More than a decade ago, developers wanted to change that by turning 100 acres of... »

Ghost Towns, Incredible Ruins | Edited by atimian and Dylan

Image of 798 Art District located in Beijing, China | Art Revolution
Beijing, China

798 Art District

This probably wasn't what Mao had in mind

When people think about trendy art neighborhoods, Soho is more likely to come to mind than Beijing, but Chinese Contemporary Art could be the next big thing. Works from Chinese artists Ai... »

Outsider Art | Edited by A Facebook user and atimian

Image of The World Park located in Beijing, China
Beijing, China

The World Park

Beijing's World Park offers the excitment of international travel without the hassle of actually traveling.

Just 10 miles from downtown Beijing and Tienanmen Square, China's World Park gives visitors a chance to see more than 100 of the planet's best known landmarks -- including the Great Pyramids, the... »

Small Worlds and Model Towns | Edited by Beth Gherlein

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