Peking Opera — A Must-See Cultural Treasure No visit to Beijing is complete without experiencing the magic of Peking Opera, a 200-year-old art form celebrated as the crown jewel of Chinese traditional theater. Combining mesmerizing vocals, acrobatic martial arts, symbolic gestures, and elaborate costumes, it offers a gateway into China's rich history and aesthetic philosophy. Liyuan Theatre, jointly established by Beijing Qianmen Hotel and Beijing Peking Opera Theater in October 1990, is Beijing's first tea-house-style theater. Here, audiences can savor traditional snacks and premium Chinese tea while enjoying captivating performances by Peking Opera artists—an unforgettable experience. The theater also features an exhibition hall and gift shop, where visitors can explore the history of Peking Opera, view portraits of renowned performers, and purchase opera costumes, masks, musical instruments, calligraphy, paintings, and audio-visual souvenirs.