6 - 17 Sep 2008 Beijing
The Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games begin 12 days after the Olympic Games draw to a close. More than 4000 athletes compete for the coveted gold medals across a range of 20 sports, from archery to wheelchair tennis. More
18 Oct 2009 (annual) Beijing
Starting at Tian'anmen Square and finishing at the National Olympic Sport Centre, the Beijing International Marathon is one of the world's top ten races. Spectators line the streets to cheer on thousands of runners and television viewers top 100 million. More
1 - 11 Oct 2009 (annual) Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Center
The China Tennis Open, on the ATP and WTA tours, sees world pros compete on hard court surfaces at Beijing's modern Olympic Green Tennis Center. The steep stands in the lotus flower-shaped courts give spectators excellent views of the action. More
28 Aug - 4 Sep 2010 (annual) Beijing
Over a thousand top martial arts athletes compete for victory in judo, taekwondo, wrestling and more at the Combat Games, held in former Olympic venues across Beijing. The grand opening ceremony takes place in the Olympic Green's National Indoor Stadium. More
Daily Hou Hai Lake
A lake area once the realm of the 'lower classes' on a sunny afternoon, has developed into a fashionable spot that combines leisurely park activities with nightlife. Hou Hai Lake, in Beijing, is swum in and boated on in summer; skated and slipped across in winter. The many restaurants and bars are popular year round. More
Daily Skiing at Nanshan
Skiing at Nanshan, the biggest ski area in north China, with 12 pistes and the country's first snowboard park, is one for winter sports enthusiasts. Under 64km from Beijing, in summer the resort offers water-skiing, grass skiing and gliding. More
Daily Olympic Bike Tours
The 'Bird's Nest' Olympic Stadium is, if nothing else, a stunning piece of architecture. Cycle China does Olympic Bike Tours which also take in the old neighbourhoods and hutongs of Dongcheng. More
The Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games begin 12 days after the Olympic Games draw to a close. More than 4000 athletes compete for the coveted gold medals across a range of 20 sports, from archery to wheelchair tennis. 
Starting at Tian'anmen Square and finishing at the National Olympic Sport Centre, the Beijing International Marathon is one of the world's top ten races. Spectators line the streets to cheer on thousands of runners and television viewers top 100 million. 
Over a thousand top martial arts athletes compete for victory in judo, taekwondo, wrestling and more at the Combat Games, held in former Olympic venues across Beijing. The grand opening ceremony takes place in the Olympic Green's National Indoor Stadium. 
