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In 2008, when you are at the grand occasion of the Olympic Games with the theme slogan of "One World One Dream", you will also find yourselves experiencing the oriental ancient civilization of Beijing.-is.N?2M|d*mI

7?D.Ko?(z"J6d tu Beijing was the capital city of the Liao, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties of China. The largest palace of the world, the Forbidden City, is located on the central axis of Beijing city. Together with the Summer Palace - a royal park, the Great Wall, Beijing Royal Quadrangle Courtyard etc, Beijing has 7300 cultural relics and historical sites, as well as more than 200 scenic spots."t6{_y7y*l

#a*PL+V%} Beijing, the Capital City, is the political, cultural and diplomatic centre of China. It has become a modern international cosmopolitan city with more than 11 million people. The Capital International Airport, 23.5 km from the city centre, is China's largest and most advanced airport. There are close to 40 five-star hotels in Beijing and the international direct distance dialing can reach 240 countries and regions.:x}oU8P'J'gI}%{ug:u#U
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August and September are the end of summer and the beginning of autumn in Beijing, with the highest temperature around 30??C and the lowest temperature around 18??C. This is the best season of the year in Beijing when the sky is blue and clear. The city feels especially spacious and airy when the distant lofty Yanshan Ridge could be seen from the height of the Forbidden City. Beijing can be said to have the charm of antiquity as well as the spirit of modernity indeed.
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Shanghai

Shanghai, nicknamed "Paris of the East" and "Queen of the Orient," is China's largest city with nearly 17 million people. Shanghai will host 12 football games in 2008 Summer Olympics, including preliminary and semi-final matches from August 3 to 22. Shanghai is China's business and financial center. Its people are the most diligent and business-minded.
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,h+h8H @-hB/\hEa Shanghai gentlemen are considered as the most "groomed" and family-oriented throughout all of China, while the ladies are the best at careful calculation and strict budgeting. So don't be surprised if you see a Shanghai gentleman in a fine suit bargaining with a street vendor while carrying home a basket filled with the raw materials for dinner. And never argue about how to split the expense of sharing a taxi with a Shanghai lady.
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.|5hujC.i] When getting to know the Shanghainese, you will be impressed by their politeness and how much they take pride in being Shanghainese. But always remember: When having dinner with your Shanghai friends, they will always be happy if you suggest going Dutch.

Hongkong

Hong Kong has more than 100 years' history of horse racing. So it's quite natural for the city to host the Olympic Equestrian competitions in 2008. The games will be held from August 9 to 20.UF$^6ZyJ

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\ {/{j;zD0@/t7F Though this cosmopolitan city has the reputation of being intensely populated and urbanized, you will be surprised to find that it features much greenery. Most of its buildings are "thin" and "tall"; roads are mostly two-lane. P;\0qD4NZ

W[+Lg({3N)| The roads are very narrow, making it a challenging job to drive in some places. But Hong Kong bus drivers are among the world's best. So, when a Hong Kong bus driver is doing a swift U-turn on a narrow and steep slope, the only thing you need to do is close your eyes!