There are a number of things to see in such an old city as Beijing. A particular favorite among visitors is the Siheyuan, the courtyard houses that have traditionally been homes for the city's residence. Living in a Siheyuan can be appealing for a whole host of reasons. Let's first hear an American's perspective on the cultural attraction of Siheyuans.

在北京这样一个古老城市中有很多东西可以使你流连忘返。有些游客对四合院这种院子里一向是一家人住的房屋情有独钟。生活在一个四合院对很多人来说都有一种吸引力。让我们先听听一个美国人对于四合院文化魅力的观点。