As the capital pushes toward modernity at breakneck speed,Beijing’s most charming characteristics are becoming increasingly threatened.From the destruction of historic hutongs to the closure of decadesold restaurants, making a living in the capital is becoming more and more As the capital pushes toward modernity at breakneck speed, Beijing’s most charming characteristics are necessarily more threatened. From the destruction of historic hutongs to the closure of decadesold restaurants, making a living in the capital is more and more