One of the most popular tourist attractions in Beijing is the Hoan Kiem Lake. In the 15th century, this lake was popular as the Ho Hoan Kiem Lake. This lake is also popularly known as the Lake of the Returned Sword. According to a popular legend, there was a turtle in the lake, who had taken away the sword of a mighty King Le Thai To.
Do not miss the beautiful West Lake! Earlier, it was an inlet of sea. This stunning West Lake is spread over an area of 5.68 square meters and is around 5 feet in depth. This lake is one of the major attractions among the vacationers. Another immensely popular tourist attraction is Tiananmen Square. This place is known for various rallies and parades.