Shichahai

to Changping for a hot spring and playing in the snow The only good thing about summer is that you can see the beautiful sunset of the Four Nine City🌇, the orange color in the evening is the best match with this city of Beijing😍! For sunset and evening glow, you must come to Shichahai🤩! It's really beautiful🤗! The photos are super good👍! It's like a sea of oranges~ Especially for silhouette shooting🎬, it's super beautiful, many tourists with SLR cameras take pictures like paintings🖼. The mobile phone lens really can't capture its beauty and atmosphere😭. At around 7 o'clock, the whole Shichahai is orange🧡, with a festive atmosphere and poetic and picturesque🎇. Photo guide📷: 1. I took the sunset at around 7:30 in the evening, it was sunny during the day🌞. You can refer to it, the time is roughly from 7 to 7:40. It may be a little earlier after the beginning of autumn. But it's better to go early, because there are many people🙅. 2. The view on the Yinding Bridge is good, but you are not allowed to stay🚶, and it is not very safe with cars coming and going. Just take a picture when you are on the bridge📷. 3. The best position is here on the south bank, which is the bank on your left facing the sunset on the bridge🌅, I took it here🤳. 4. There are many people, some people occupy the position here at more than 6 o'clock, try to go early to find a good position🤳! Transportation🚇: Take the subway to Shichahai or Gulou Street.

Ice dance under the sunset, the beautiful night is all in Shichahai Ice Rink! 🌅 Don't miss the sunset, enjoy the winter romance in Shichahai Ice Rink, as if you are in a limited edition of ice and snow wonderland. 🕒 Business hours: 🌊Qianhai: 9:00-21:00 (Night field open🌙) 🌊Houhai: 9:00-18:00 💸 Tickets: A flat price of 100💰yuan, all projects are at your disposal (ice cars, ice bikes, etc.), children and adults are the same price, and they cannot be replaced halfway. 🚇 Tips: 🌄The sunset time is between 16:30-16:55. It is recommended to arrive around 16 o'clock to enjoy the sunset glow. Choose the subway🚇! Exit A2 of Shichahai, just over 100 meters walk🚶‍♀️, avoid the trouble of traffic jams. ❄️ Warm tips: Keep warm! Remember to wear enough clothes🧥, hats🧢 and scarves🧣, it is best to bring warm babies. Gloves🧤 are also necessary, and there are uncles and aunts selling outside, ready to solve your coldness at any time.

What shocked me was the sheer number of people at the event, it felt like there were over a hundred thousand people. After 18:30, considering safety hazards, the dragon lantern was extinguished, and the crowd dispersed like a tide. The nearby Shichahai Station and Beihai North Station were also closed, people could arrive but couldn't leave due to traffic control. Everyone was strolling on the roads, and hailing a taxi was impossible, so in the end, I chose to walk an extra station to Ping'anli to take the subway😂. Half an hour of photography, a few kilometers of angry walking🤣, today's exercise quota was definitely met! 📍Shooting location: Shichahai Lotus Market ⏱️Shooting time: February 24th, 18:00-18:30 📷Shooting equipment: Sony A7M4+28-70

The West Sea Wetland Park is the first wetland park in the center of Beijing. The waterfront is lined with reeds, bulrushes, lotus flowers, and ducks, making it suitable for leisurely walks. This season is the best time to view the blooming lotus flowers. The West Sea Wetland Park is located in the West Sea of Shichahai, west of Deshengmen in Beijing, surrounded by historical sites such as Huitong Ancestral Hall, Sanguan Temple, Jingye Temple, Puji Temple, and Deshengmen Arrow Tower. The West Sea, also known as Jishuitan, covers an area of 10.9 hectares. The park is lush with aquatic plants, under the blue sky and white clouds, the scenery is beautiful, the air is fresh, the trees are shaded, the ecological green plants are beautiful all year round, suitable for walking and fitness.

Stroll through Wudaoying, Guozijian, Shichahai, and Yandai Xiejie to experience the charm of autumn! In this familiar city, I decided to visit again to embrace the autumn season of Beijing. I explored some well-known attractions and wandered through the streets, appreciating the beauty of autumn. ▶️Route: Wudaoying - Guozijian - Shichahai Park - Yandai Xiejie Wudaoying: This is a street that blends bustling shops with peaceful hutongs. I walked through the lively commercial area of Wudaoying, picked up a box of cheese rolls from Wenyu Cheese Shop, and continued deeper into the residential area. The autumn breeze rustled the leaves of the trees, adding a touch of coolness to the street. Guozijian Street: This is where the greenery is the densest, with the entire street surrounded by large trees. The leaves fell like a gentle rain, covering the ground with a thick layer of foliage. For my next visit, I decided to explore the Confucius Temple and Guozijian Museum, where I could witness the stunning golden autumn leaves. Shichahai Park: It's the perfect time for boating, especially during sunset. I strolled through the surrounding hutongs, admiring the swaying willows and watching the elderly men diving into the water. Around 4 pm, I joined the queue to rent an electric boat, which was easy to maneuver, allowing me to cruise freely on the lake. Yandai Xiejie: In the evening, I ventured to Yandai Xiejie to explore the local snacks. Although some of the cultural products were quite similar, I still managed to find some delicious churros! Additionally, I stumbled upon a charming cloisonne bracelet and purchased it for a few dozen yuan. The allure of autumn in Beijing is irresistible, and once again, I found myself enchanted by the city's beauty. Let's all embrace the gifts of autumn! 🍁🍂

It's like something out of a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. After pushing and shoving, I finally got in. From a distance, it's crowded with people. But once you get in, it's relatively easy to find a spot to take pictures. After a round, I've seen the lantern show. I recommend going to see it at night. 👀tips 🚇It is recommended to take the subway line 6 to Beihai North Station and walk there. It's right next to the Lotus Market Archway.

As the footsteps of the Spring Festival are getting closer, the New Year's atmosphere in the hutongs is becoming more and more intense. Quickly collect these 3 Citywalk routes and go check-in the hutongs full of New Year's atmosphere, if you miss it, you really have to wait for a year! 🏮🧨Once the route is collected, you can go for a walk. 🏮 Shichahai Route: - Route process: Sugar House Coffee ➡️ Free Land Camping Bar ➡️ Shichahai Ice Rink ➡️ Yandai Xiejie ➡️ Nanluoguxiang - 📍 Sugar House Coffee: Here, I seem to have traveled to old Beijing, the dragon-shaped decorations hanging in the stairwell and the red lanterns on the rooftop, giving me a deeper experience of traditional festivals. - 📍 Free Land Camping Bar: The atmosphere here is warm and unique, surrounded by a stove to make tea, the decorations of couplets, lanterns and candied haws, make me feel the warmth of home and the celebration of the New Year. - 📍 Shichahai Ice Rink, Yandai Xiejie, Nanluoguxiang: This is a concentrated manifestation of the old Beijing style, the laughter on the ice and the street snacks, immerse me in a strong festive atmosphere. 🧧 Dongsi North Street + Longfu Temple Street Route: - Route process: 33coffee ➡️ Pepper Kitchen ➡️ Jing A Taproom·Craft Bar ➡️ No Questions West East ➡️ Fu Ge er ➡️ Shijia Hutong - 📍 33coffee: The red lanterns and red banners here make me feel the fiery and lively New Year, it's a good place to take photos and check-in. - 📍 Pepper Kitchen: The red lantern tower and red chili decorations, as well as delicious Beijing dishes, allow me to enjoy a double feast of vision and taste here. - 📍 Jing A Taproom·Craft Bar: The red lanterns and dragon-shaped decorations here, as well as craft beer, allow me to experience a New Year's atmosphere that combines Chinese and Western elements. - 📍 No Questions West East: The big red Fu characters and small wooden horses here make me feel the childlike fun and warmth of the New Year. - 📍 Fu Ge er: The red gift boxes and Fu character couplets here make me feel the blessings and joy of the New Year. 🧨 Near the White Pagoda Temple Route: - Route process: Lu Xun Museum ➡️ JM Coffee ➡️ Light of the White Pagoda ➡️ White Pagoda Temple ➡️ Yao Coffee ➡️ Temple of Emperors of Past Dynasties ➡️ Guangji Temple ➡️ China Geological Museum ➡️ Xishiku Church - This route is full of cultural atmosphere, allowing me to have a deeper understanding of Beijing's history and culture while feeling the New Year's atmosphere.

Summer is really the perfect season for traveling, and many friends who come to Beijing must visit Nanluoguxiang and Shichahai. As a local, here's a guide on how to enjoy the area~ • Take the subway line 8 to Shichahai Station, exit A2 ① Yandai Xiejie: A very famous hutong next to Shichahai, where you can visit the 'Guangfu Temple' for free. Don't miss it if you pass by. Following this path, you can directly turn to Houhai. 2 Shichahai: There are rickshaws, super-long dragon lanterns, pleasure boats, and a bar street. It's crowded, so it's recommended to walk through the hutongs to avoid the crowds. The scenery is more beautiful with fewer people, and it's easy to take great photos. Guo's Monkey King, Wang Chifeng's Royal Kite Studio, and others are all located in these hutongs~ 3 Mr. Yang's Mutton Hot Pot: After a tiring walk, it's perfect to come here for hot pot. Their place is right next to the Shichahai subway station exit, and the average cost per person is just over 100 yuan, which is a great value for money. The beautiful terrace offers views of the Drum Tower, Houhai, and China Zun. It's just perfect! 4 Nanluoguxiang: After a satisfying meal, go for a stroll in Nanluo. It's recommended to enter through the south gate, so when you come out, you can directly reach Beiluoguxiang. There are many popular shops here. It's suggested to walk from the main street to the side streets, which are quieter and great for taking photos. 5 Beiluoguxiang: Compared to the hustle and bustle of Nanluo, there are fewer tourists here, with scattered restaurants and cafes, each with its own unique style, and more of the hutong's flavor~ 6 Keduo: Walking back from Beiluoguxiang, there's a bar located above Master Bao's place. Their terrace offers a side view of the Drum Tower, and you can go upstairs to take photos for free even without ordering a drink. Yi Drum Tower: It's hard to find a good spot at the foot of the Drum Tower. You can take a frontal photo when crossing the road, but be sure to pay attention to safety. If you're short on time, you can wait for another round of traffic lights. 》You can finish touring the area in about half a day. If you have more time, you can wait for the evening, as the night view is also beautiful. For drinks, it's recommended to try Luckin Coffee or Mixue Bingcheng for their affordable prices and good value for money!

The Jiaolong of Shichahai, which was the hottest attraction in Beijing during this year's Spring Festival, still stands tall. In the first lunar month, the thick white snow surrounded the area, and Shichahai was frozen over, with the Jiaolong presenting a majestic and domineering presence. Now, with the arrival of spring, the tender green willow branches by the water dance in the breeze, and the colorful Jiaolong, composed of a giant head and thousands of colorful auspicious cloud lanterns, remains a spectacular sight, full of vitality. Back then, the place was crowded with people, and tourists flocked to catch a glimpse of the Jiaolong's charm. Now, in the quiet of the early morning, many residents run beneath the dragon's body. The Jiaolong of Shichahai is 202.4 meters long, symbolizing 'the dragon soars across the four seas in 2024.' The dragon's head is located at the south gate of the Lotus Flower Market, and its body stretches across the entire street on the west side of the market. The Jiaolong installation features digital lighting effects, and at night, the giant dragon shimmers with flowing lights, and its eyes slowly open and close. Those who did not see the Shichahai Jiaolong during the Spring Festival should take the opportunity to visit and receive some of the dragon's luck for the year. According to information on the local treasure website, the Jiaolong display is expected to end in late March. To get to the Shichahai scenic area, take Subway Line 6 and get off at the Beihai North Gate station. The scenic area is free of charge.

❤Recommended reason: Shichahai is located in Xicheng District, Beijing, within the North Second Ring Road of Beijing city area, and is one of the famous attractions representing the unique characteristics of Beijing. Attraction check-in points: 🌺Hutongs: The grass growing on the tiles of the hutongs near Shichahai, you can feel the old Beijing hutong culture. 🌺Confucius Temple and Imperial College Museum: You can understand China's history and culture. 🌺Specialty shops on Imperial College Street: You can buy souvenirs with Beijing characteristics. 🌺Motorcycles near the Drum Tower: You can experience the collision of modern transportation tools and ancient buildings. 🗓Itinerary: Morning: Visit the Confucius Temple and Imperial College Museum to understand China's history and culture. Noon: Buy souvenirs in specialty shops on Imperial College Street. Afternoon: Visit the hutongs and experience the old Beijing hutong culture. Evening: Experience modern transportation tools near the Drum Tower. 🎫Ticket: Free 🈺Business hours: All day 📝Note tips: ●Shichahai has a large flow of people on weekends and holidays, it is recommended to plan your trip in advance. ●During the tour, pay attention to protect the environment and respect the lives of local residents. ●Pay attention to safety and obey traffic rules. 📍Traffic route: 🚍Bus: You can take bus 106, 116, 60 and other buses to reach Shichahai. 🚇Subway: Take subway line 8 to reach Shichahai.

‼️ Shichahai Ice Rink is divided into two areas: Qianhai and Houhai 🚇Transportation: Line 6 Beihai North Station, or Line 8 Shichahai Station ✅Qianhai Comprehensive Area 📸Qianhai can take pictures of the Bell and Drum Towers, enjoy the sunset, and more fireworks ✅Houhai Comprehensive Area 📸Houhai can take close-up shots of Wanghai Building and China Zun, with a separate children's area, where you can buy pinwheels and candied haws as photo props ⏰Opening hours: Comprehensive area: 9:00—18:00 Speed skating area: 9:00—17:30 🎫Tickets: Comprehensive area: 60 on weekdays, 80 on weekends and holidays Speed skating area: 30 on weekdays, 40 on weekends and holidays 🧊Ice activities: 1️⃣Ordinary single ice car: light, not easy to control direction 2️⃣Ordinary double ice car: suitable for couples, parent-child, suitable for taking pictures 3️⃣Ice bike: fast speed after proficiency, not tired Shichahai Ice Rink 4️⃣Ice Husky: cute and silly, suitable for taking pictures 5️⃣Single dolphin ice car: suitable for children 6️⃣Speed skating: requires a certain speed skating foundation, ice skates➕deposit 📝Practical Tips: 1️⃣Remember to bring your ID! 2️⃣The wind on the ice rink is strong, friends who go to play must pay attention to keeping warm, gloves, hats, scarves, down jackets must be arranged! 3️⃣It is not recommended to drive by yourself, it is too hard to find a parking space nearby!

❤️As many people know, the upcoming New Year is the Year of the Dragon, and there are dragon-shaped lanterns everywhere in Beijing. But this one in the Houhai Lotus Market is a visual feast in terms of height, length, and shape, full of New Year's atmosphere. 🏡Houhai is originally a concentrated area of old Beijing's history and culture, with a strong humanistic atmosphere. This giant dragon lantern has stolen the show, attracting countless onlookers. Named 'Sea Dragon', the giant dragon lantern is 202 meters long, the longest in Beijing's Spring Festival dragon lanterns. It is said to use traditional lantern art + modern light effects, specially made for the upcoming Spring Festival. 🔥Witnessing this lantern at sunset, a touch of gold in the blue tone, the picture level is instantly full, the shape is very eye-catching whether it is the whole or the details. Its ups and downs are interesting, the color is strong, the dragon body composed of several sections of colored lights twists and turns for hundreds of meters, decorated with auspicious cloud patterns, full of deep meaning for the arrival of the New Year. ⏰When to go? It is said that this dragon lantern will be on display until the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the first lunar month, so there is no need to rush to check in. 🌈When to go? The lighting time seems to be different every day, basically around 17:00 in the afternoon, and if you catch the sunset weather, it's especially perfect. 🚻Recommended best route and photo location: The dragon head is at the entrance of the Lotus Market, extending south along the west bank of Houhai to the dock. The middle section can take details, the dragon head is suitable for taking the whole, both front and side angles are good choices. ⛰What views are worth seeing? With the dragon lantern and the surrounding spotlights, the festive flavor of the Houhai area is even stronger, suitable for a stroll in the evening. 🏠What facilities are worth noting? Mature scenic area, fully equipped, can eat, drink and have fun. 📷How to take beautiful photos: It is recommended to use a 16-35mm lens to take the whole, and a large aperture fixed focus lens to take details or portraits. 🚗How to get there? It's best to take the bus, it's hard to find a parking space, locate the Lotus Market. ☎How to buy tickets and make reservations? Just go directly, it's free. 🔥Must-see TIPS before checking in: 1. It is said that the lights are only turned off at night, so there's no need to rush. 2. It's better to take photos at the blue night time before it gets completely dark. 3. There are guardrails under the lights, pay attention to safety. Specific location: South Gate of Houhai Lotus Market, Xicheng District Opening hours: Open when the lights are on at night, before the 15th day of the first lunar month Type of visit: National style photography, internet celebrity check-in