Russia is marking the "Tourism Year of China", a program to foster tourist ties and exchanges.To help people in Russia better understand Chinese culture, a Russian TV anchor has come to Beijing to experience it all, first-hand. [Photo/CNTV]

A tourist said, "The Forbidden City is the best choice. The Summer Palace, the Great Wall and of course Hutongs."

Besides such famous tourist attractions, Chinese food has also impressed Maria, especially Beijing Roast Duck. She also finds out that Chinese people love spicy food.

She says that she’s very interested in Chinese culture and that she researched a lot online before coming.

Beijing is her first stop in China. Next, Maria will travel to Chongqing and share all that she finds with her audience in Russia.