The metro network of Beijing is a fast, punctual, reliable, economic means of transportation touring the city of Beijing. For international tourists visiting Beijing, some basic knowledge of the main subway lines, like Line 1, Line 2 and Line 5, is quite helpful and resourceful. These three subway lines take you to almost all the major attractions in Beijing. The subway stations are clean and have English signs directing tourists to the exits near places that you are likely trying to find.






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From Oct 07, 2007, a single pricing system has been enforced, which means all the subway tickets for the lines above are same price - two Yuan. (US$ 27 cents ). In addition, there is no extra charge for the transfers among different lines. So you pay two yuan, you enjoy riding all the subway lines in Beijing if you remain underground. The paper tickets will be phased out in favor of IC cards, an automatic ticket-checking systems in a bid to increase speed and convenience for passengers. Once you enter a subway station, you will find the ticketing office. You may pay RMB 2 for a subway paper ticket or buy a IC card ( RMB 20 as a deposit and another minimum RMB 20 of input money). The IC cards can also be used on buses, even in some taxis.

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