Located in central Beijing, Beihai Park is the oldest surviving Chinese imperial garden with the most complete preservation and deepest cultural heritage.

The park is centered around Beihai Lake and divided into four areas - “North Bank,” “East Bank,” “Qiongdao Island,” and “Circular City.”

The expansive waters are rare in Beijing. Sunset boat tours around the imperial architecture are highlights. Sit lakeside with locals to chat about the park’s storied royal history. 

The East Bank’s gardens, Painted Boat Studio, and Silkworm Pool feature courtyard-style gardens amid pine trees, exuding natural beauty and Jiangnan private garden charm.

The North Bank has landmark sites like the Studio of Calm Heart, Western Paradise of Ultimate Bliss, Pavilion of Cheerful Melodies, Nine Dragon Wall, Temple of Eternal Happiness, and Pure Land of Bod

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