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Shopping Malls and Department Stores in Beijing
There have been dozens of upscale shopping malls established in Beijing
in recent years, housing a series of famous international stores and factory
outlets that offer upscale brand name merchandises. Beijing Shin Kong Palace,
Beijing Lufthansa Center, Beijing Parkson and Beijing Friendship Store are
just few examples. Luxury shopping is no longer a difficult thing to do
in Beijing.
Specialty Stores in Beijing
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contrary to the modern shopping malls, a handful famous, nearly century
old specialty stores and shops are still in operation in Beijing and have
kept the same basic settings as in the old time. These stores and shops
have for long time witnessed the cultural and society evolutions of the
country. Many older Beijing residents consider it a joy to visit these stores
frequently even they do not need to buy anything. In the recently years,
more and more foreign traveler have been attracted by the unique themes
of these stores and started to visit them.
Wholesale Markets in Beijing
Wholesale markets have in recent years become very popular shopping places
in Beijing among the local residents due to large merchandise variety, trendy
merchandise style and negotiable merchandise prices. There are a large number
of the wholesale markets in Beijing, dealing with commodities of virtually
every kind. These facilities are mostly cash based operations and do not
accept credit cards as a form of payment. Therefore, travelers must be prepared
and get sufficient cash ready before heading to a wholesale market. In addition,
it should be reminded that the wholesale markets are always crowded and
the mixing-in of one or two thefts sometimes is inevitable. So the travelers
must watch out for potential pocket-pickers.
Supermarkets in Beijing
Beijing's rapid market development has attracted many international retail
giants. You will see several famous world wide brands while roaming the
streets such as Wal-Mart, Pricemaster, Carrefour and Metro. Local brand
Likelong and Shanghai's Lianhua also have a share in Beijing's retail market.
Convenience stores are seen on every corner in Beijing, so as a traveler
or tourist, you do not need pack 10 suitcases when going to tour Beijing
anymore.
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Beijing
is undoubtedly one of the greatest places for shopping. Many have considered
Beijing as the "shopping paradise" in the world. As the capital city for
five dynasties in China, Beijing has been paved a solid cultural foundation;
within last decades, this city again enjoyed extremely fast economic growth.
These combined make Beijing the perfect capital for antique goods and
modern merchandise. Whether you are in Beijing for business or for
a leisure tour, whether you want to grab couple items for gifts or wish
to add something to your treasure collections, Beijing can always satisfy
your shopping desires. 
