Honoring the Few.docVIP

Honoring the Few 　　The five-star Grand Hotel Beijing is an ideal place to enjoy the charm of Chinese royalty as well as ancient Eastern culture. 　　 　　Chinese Elements 　　 　　On top of Tian’anmen Square, the memorial arch in front of Grand Hotel might be the most eye-catching construction on Chang’an Avenue. Different from arches in other places in China or in overseas Chinatowns, this memorial arch with its dragon and phoenix drawings signals an elegance worthy of emperors. 　　The hotel is superbly located within the red wall to the east of the Forbidden City and nestled among numerous places of interest such as Tian’anmen Square, Wangfujing shopping street, Beihai Park and so on. 　　However, all the luxury and majesty of the hotel is eclipsed by the huge Snow Mountain painting by Wu Guanzhong, one of China’s great masters. The picture functions in tune with the Fengshui guideline that a front gate should not open to a street; in cases where that is necessary, a screen wall should be erected to shield a direct view from the street. 　　Decor in the lobby to the right of the screen wall also profoundly embodiesChinese culture, and details that reveal its refinement can be found in every corner. Besides the monumental ivory carving, the jade carving Group Immortals Praying for Longevity, and the auspicious animals and plants carved or painted on the ceiling, walls and lights, not only enrich the hotel environment, but also express the best wishes to the guests. 　　The Red Wall Café on the second floor gets its name from its location next to the red wall of the former imperial city. The restaurant enjoys an excellent reputation for its tasteful decor, tranquil atmosphere and delicious food. 　　One will be surprised to see an indoor garden when goes to the third floor. The design is based on the old Summer Palace. In the evening, you can enjoy live chamber music while having a drink in the arbor. 　　On the 10th floor, you find a grand hall that looks like the empr