Graveyards probably aren't the first thing to cross your mind when it comes to sightseeing, but they can reveal plenty about a place. Wander around Babaoshan Revolutionary Cemetery for some fascinating clues to the past.
Located in Shijingshan, this burial ground is well worth including on your itinerary. But you'll find loads more to see and do in the area. Beijing Aquarium, Beijing Zoo, and Renmin University of China aren't too far from Babaoshan Revolutionary Cemetery.
