BEIJING AND SHANGHAI

Discover an intriguing mix of ancient and ultra modern.

Whether you want to experience the imperial splendour of the Forbidden City in Beijing, travel back in time with a visit to the Great Wall or explore quirky museums in Shanghai, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that these cities have to offer.

From ornate temples and palaces to hip cafés and bars, Beijing is a cosmopolitan metropolis teeming with things to see and do. Boasting eye-catching architecture and a blend of Eastern and Western cultures, futuristic Shanghai is equally as enticing as the capital.

Our newly updated guide brings Beijing and Shanghai to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the cities' iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.