As well as trying to catch as much Olympic action as possible, many of those visiting Beijing will be eager to check some of the popular destinations the city has to offer.

Suzhou Street - A reconstructed ancient village in the  Summer Palace grounds.

One of those most visited places isthe Summer Palace, situated in the northwestern part of the capital.

Cloud Dispelling Hall at the summit of Longevity Hill.

So let's take on a tour of this vast royal garden, with its palace temples, gardens, pavilions, lakes and corridors.