Beijing Fleximap

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Flexi Map Beijing is much more than just a laminated map. The Tourist Information section includes detailed descriptions and some stunning photographs of a carefully selected number of recommended sights, these sights are linked to the mapping by easy to find numbered markers. There is also an abundance of helpful information on getting around, tipping, opening times, public holidays, emergency telephone numbers and much more.

The comprehensive index has been divided into different categories to make locating places as easy as possible. The laminated, tear-resistant finish is tough, weatherproof and can be written on using a non-permanent marker. The main map shows the city at a scale of 1:24 000 (1cm = 0.24km) and highlights numerous places of interest such as public buildings, hotels and parks.

The Imperial Palace (also known as the Forbidden City) is shown on a separate map at the more detailed scale of 1:7 500 (1cm = 0.075km). For those wishing to travel further afield there is a map of the area surrounding Beijing, the scale of this map is 1:1 600 000 (1cm = 16km).