Aman Summer Palace
Aman at Summer Palace, housed in a series of historic dwellings adjacent to the East Gate, is the perfect portal through which to experience China’s imperial past. The 51 guestrooms draw on a Ming Dynasty aesthetic, with polished Jin clay tiles, latticed woodwork and bamboo blinds. Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are accessible in the area, with the 260-year-old Summer Palace just steps away. Cap off a day of cultural exploration in the Aman Spa, then dine in any of the three on-site restaurants for traditional Cantonese, Western and Japanese cuisine.
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Take a private hike on an empty, unrestored section of the Great Wall, followed by a specially arranged picnic at a villager’s home.