Dear Peter,
I'm glad to know you will travel to Beijing, which is the centre of cultural, political and international communication.
as for the center route,I suggest that you spend a day visiting the tian an men square and the palace museum,Which are the most famous and most see tourist attractions. another Popular place is the summer palace with it is splendid palace. it attracts millions of Tourists every year. What's more, what you shouldn't miss is the great wall. There is a saying that goes, One who fails to reach the great wall is not a hero of course,There are many other places of interest in Beijing. It's a pleasure for me to be your guide when you come.
Looking forward to your coming.