It would be next to impossible to provide answers to all of the questions a traveler to Beijing might have. We hope that by including the following links to other websites, you will be able to find more information on the topics you are interested in.
Jingshan Park
Confucius Temple
Jingshan Park
Zhongshan Park
If you are looking for more in-depth information about Beijing, the following sites will be useful to you.
Another excellent Chinese site is Beijing, A Guide to China's Capital. This site is a treasure-trove of information about Beijing's history, famous sights, shopping and eating.
Wikitravel has an article for travelers to Beijing that has a wealth of information on a multitude of topics. Of particular interest to independent travelers is the information about transportation to and in Beijing.
If you are interested in an overview of the history of China, this website is a good one.