Beijing Citywalk|The winter of the Summer Palace is as beautiful as a poem and painting
❄️If the spring of the Summer Palace is the charming ripple of Kunming Lake, then the winter of the Summer Palace is the joyous laughter of the skating rink.
☀️The sun penetrates from the atmosphere of 40°N latitude, crosses the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, shines towards the Tower of Buddhist Incense, the ice surface is immediately dyed with golden light, people spin on it, chasing, as if the brilliant splash from the interstellar space.
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Photography route:
North Palace Gate of the Summer Palace ➡️ Suzhou Street ➡️ Four Great Regions ➡️ Xie Bridge ➡️ Qingyan Boat ➡️ Tour in Picture ➡️ Long Corridor ➡️ Cloud Radiance Jade Palace Archway, Skating Rink Entrance ➡️ Hall of Joyful Longevity, Clear Water and Wooden Shade ➡️ New Palace Gate ➡️ Seventeen-Arch Bridge ➡️ South Lake Island ➡️ Exit from New Palace Gate
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⬇️Entering from the North Palace Gate of the Summer Palace is the Long Bridge, standing on the Long Bridge can take pictures of Suzhou Street (Picture 2)
⬇️Walking past the Huiyin Cifu Archway is the way to the Four Great Regions, a group of Tibetan-style religious buildings built during the Qianlong period, namely 'South Zhanbuzhou' 'North Juluzhou' 'East Shengshenzhou' 'West Niuhezhou', which were burned down by the Anglo-French Allied Forces in 1860, and the current ones were rebuilt in the 1980s according to the original style (Pictures 3-8) Steps need to be climbed here.
⬇️Then go down the mountain along the same way and turn left to walk along the mountain road, all the way towards Kunming Lake, there are small rivers in the forest along the way... When you reach Xie Bridge, you will see the stone boat Qingyan Boat (Picture 9)
⬇️Cross a small road with steps to climb up, the famous 'Tour in Picture', built during the Qianlong period, most of the buildings were burned down by the Anglo-French Allied Forces in 1860, rebuilt during the Guangxu period, it is an important scenic building in the western part of Wanshou Mountain, with an octagonal two-story pavilion in the middle, two pavilions and two towers on the east and west, and a white stone archway and a main hall with three rooms at the back, all connected by mountain climbing corridors. Because the building is built against the mountain, the view is open, and you can enjoy the view from the corridor, as if you are in a painting, hence the name 'Tour in Picture' (Pictures 10, 11)
⬇️After going down the mountain, it is the Long Corridor of the Summer Palace (Pictures 12, 13)
⬇️When you walk to the archway in the middle of the mountain under the Tower of Buddhist Incense (Cloud Radiance Jade Palace), you can take pictures of the Tower of Buddhist Incense, and you can also climb up the mountain to take pictures of the Tower of Buddhist Incense. The entrance to the skating rink is on the Kunming Lake side of the archway. (Pictures 14, 15)
⬇️If you go further, there is a tall lamppost, which is the dock of the Hall of Joyful Longevity, the sleeping palace of Cixi in the Summer Palace, and the Hall of Clear Water and Wooden Shade. When Cixi came to the sleeping palace, lanterns were hung here. (Picture 16)
⬇️If you go further, it is the New Palace Gate, after the New Palace Gate is the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, at dusk is the time to prepare for the golden light to pass through the hole, cross the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, the camera position is on South Lake Island, you can also take pictures of Kunming Lake Skating Rink with Wanshou Mountain as the background on South Lake Island (Picture 1) Around 16:30, the golden light slowly passes through the hole (Pictures 17, 18)
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⏰6:00-20:00
🛷50💰/person, 100💰/double
⏰Ticket sales 8:30-16:30, clear the field at 17:00
⚠️The garden is not open on Mondays
‼️If you are skating alone, or taking pictures of the golden light passing through the hole, you can enter from the New Palace Gate
🥧It is recommended to bring your own
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The Summer Palace in Beijing, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a stunning example of traditional Chinese garden artistry. Spanning 290 hectares, it features the majestic Kunming Lake, the ornate Long Corridor, and the picturesque Longevity Hill. The palace's harmonious blend of natural beauty and architectural elegance offers visitors a serene escape from the bustling city. Highlights include the Marble Boat, the Tower of Buddhist Incense, and the charming Suzhou Street. Rich in history and cult
a bit of a cultural shock! but loved getting to know the residents here. china has a very smart transportation system, you shouldn’t have a problem here.
The gardens are meticulously designed, including hills, pavilions, pagodas and expansive lakes, especially Kunming Lake.
The scenery is superb, there is a real meaning here, I want to distinguish the forgotten mobile phone Gaode + 20 yuan self-service explainer + 10 yuan commemorative map 🗺️
Visit the Summer Palace in Beijing, as an outstanding representative of Chinese classical gardens, is known as the "Royal Garden Museum". It is not only a beautiful park, but also a treasure trove of Chinese history and culture. This visit to the Summer Palace made me deeply feel the grandeur and exquisiteness of this royal garden. When I first entered the Summer Palace, I stepped into the gate of the Summer Palace. The first thing I saw was the vast Kunming Lake and the beautiful Wanshou Mountain. Kunming Lake is blue and rippling, the lake is dotted with several cruise ships, and the 17-hole bridge in the distance spans the lake like a silver chain. On Wanshou Mountain, the Buddha Pavilion stands tall and magnificent, and it is breathtaking. Walking along the promenade along the lake, I came to the promenade of the Summer Palace. The corridor is 728 meters long and is the longest gallery in the world. Walking in the corridor, it seems to be in a beautiful picture. There are a large number of color drawings on the wall, depicting the myths, historical allusions and natural scenery of ancient China. Each painting is lifelike, showing the exquisite art of ancient Chinese painting. The Buddha Xiang Pavilion is reached from the promenade to the foot of Wanshou Mountain, and the stone steps are climbed to the Buddha Xiang Pavilion. This three-story building on eight sides is the commanding height of the Summer Palace. Overlooking the entire park, the beautiful scenery of Kunming Lake has a panoramic view. The buildings on the lakeside are scattered, and the mountains in the distance are faintly visible. Standing here, it seems that you can feel the comfort of the former royal family here. Roam Suzhou Street down the mountain path and come to Suzhou Street. This is a market modeled after the Jiangnan water town. The buildings on both sides are built by the water. There are shops on both sides of the street, including tea houses, wine shops, bookstores, etc. Walking on Suzhou Street, it seems to have traveled back to ancient times and experienced the style of Jiangnan water town. After visiting Suzhou Street by boat, I decided to take a boat tour of Kunming Lake. Sitting on the boat, the breeze blows, the lake is clear and the surrounding scenery is picturesque. When passing the 17-hole bridge, the stone lions on the bridge are lifelike, and each one is different. The boat traveled to the center of the lake, the island's silhouette stood quietly, and the carved beams in the pavilion were beautifully painted. Unknowingly, the sunset was going down, and the Summer Palace was shrouded in a golden glow. The Kunming lake was sparkling, and Wanshou Mountain looked more magnificent under the sunset. At this moment, everything in the garden seems to be covered with a mysterious veil, giving a sense of tranquility and solemnity. The end of this visit to the Summer Palace not only let me appreciate the grandeur and exquisiteness of this royal garden, but also let me feel the greatness and profound cultural heritage of ancient Chinese architectural art. The beauty of the Summer Palace makes me linger. It is not only the perfect combination of nature and humanities, but also an important witness to China's history and culture. I hope to have the opportunity to step into this beautiful garden again and continue to explore more beauty and secrets.
The Summer Palace is a royal garden in the Qing Dynasty of China. It is located in the western suburbs of Beijing, 15 kilometers away from the city. This garden is based on Kunming Lake and Wanshou Mountain. It has learned the design techniques of Jiangnan gardens and is known as the "Royal Garden Museum". Its area is about 3.009 square kilometers, of which the water is about three-quarters, adjacent to the Yuanmingyuan. The architectural style of the Summer Palace is unique, integrating the essence of the royal garden, and every detail is exquisite. The lake is wide and the mountains are reflected in it, which makes people feel refreshing. Walking in the park, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and feel the vastness of Chinese traditional culture.
The view of the Summer Palace is good. The location is in Haidian District. There are a lot of people. It is recommended to make an appointment to buy tickets in advance. Go for a whole circle and walk for about two hours. It is basically a large park inside.
Exploring the Summer Palace in Beijing offers an incredible experience, immersing you in the grandeur of ancient Chinese architecture and serene natural beauty. Wander through this expansive imperial garden and be captivated by its picturesque landscape, tranquil lakes, and intricately designed pavilions and halls.