Beijing and the High Speed Train

On Saturday, March 28, we traveled from Shanghai to Beijing. In order to get to the airport, we went on the MagLev (Magnetic Levitation Train), traveling 301 km, or close to 180 miles per hour.

Then a short flight to Beijing. After arriving to a very welcoming reception at the hotel, and our new guide, Henry, we enjoyed a traditional Peking Duck dinner complete with an entertaining group of dancers.

Tomorrow, we explore Beijing, I can already tell this city is quite different in tone and style than Shanghai.