Those who are bravely traveling to Beijing to catch the Olympics and want to squeeze in some sight-seeing along the way will want to take note. Thanks to WildChina Blog for the updates:

1. The torch relay from August 5th(today!) to 8th will involve the China Millennium Monument(中华世纪坛), Temple of Heaven, the Badaling Great Wall, and Jinshan Park. During this time, sites will be closed partially or entirely, and trips there may be difficult. more ›