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Beijing Capital International Airport

airport, Beijing, China
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Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a major airport serving Beijing, China. It was first built in 1958 and has undergone multiple expansions. In 2019, Beijing Daxing International Airport opened south of the city center, intended to share traffic with Capital International Airport, which has become one of the world's busiest airports. Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China and has been its political and cultural center for centuries. Air travel is well-suited to China's vast territory, and Beijing is a significant hub for both domestic and international flights.1234

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  1. China - Aviation
  2. Beijing - Transportation
  3. China: Country Facts
  4. Beijing

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