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Beijing Summer Palace | Enjoy Flowers in the Imperial Garden

🗣️Attraction Introduction • Foxiang Pavilion: The landmark building of the Summer Palace, offering a panoramic view of Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill. • Long Corridor: 728 meters long, adorned with over 14,000 colorful paintings with rich themes and vibrant colors. • Seventeen-Arch Bridge: An elegant bridge whose arches and reflections in the water form full moons. At dusk, the setting sun casts a magnificent glow on the bridge. • West Causeway: Modeled after the Su Causeway of West Lake in Hangzhou, it's a beautiful scenic spot in the Summer Palace. The mountain peach blossoms are in full bloom in March and April, creating a charming scene. Tour Routes 1⃣️• Classic Route: Enter through North Palace Gate → Suzhou Street → Four Continents → Harmonious Interest Garden → Hall of Jade Ripples → Hall of Joyful Longevity → Long Corridor → Foxiang Pavilion → Painting Gallery → Marble Boat → Boat to South Lake Island → Seventeen-Arch Bridge → Summer Palace Museum → Exit through East Palace Gate. 2⃣️• Flower Viewing Route: Enter through East Palace Gate → Long Corridor → Hall of Joyful Longevity (admire magnolia blossoms) → Long Corridor → Hall of Dispelling Clouds → Foxiang Pavilion → Exit through North Ruyi Gate, then walk along the West Causeway to enjoy the mountain peach blossoms. 3⃣️• Family Route: Enter through New Palace Gate → Seventeen-Arch Bridge → South Lake Island → Boat to Marble Boat → Long Corridor → Hall of Joyful Longevity → Dehe Garden Grand Theater → Hall of Benevolence and Longevity → Exit through East Palace Gate. 📸Photo Spots ☝️• Painting Gallery: Pavilions, terraces, and rocks stacked together, set against pine and cypress trees, make for a great photo spot. ☝️• Binfeng Bridge: The low bridge, whose arches and reflections form a complete circle in the water, is perfect for taking pictures. ☝️• Four Continents: The largest group of Tibetan-style buildings in the Summer Palace, with unique architectural styles and vibrant colors, is a great place for photography. ❤️Tips • Book tickets in advance to avoid queues. • Wear comfortable shoes, as the Summer Palace is large and requires a lot of walking. • The temperature is relatively low in March and April, so it is recommended to bring a jacket. • There are dining and rest areas in the park, but the prices are high. It is recommended to bring your own water and snacks. • Please protect the environment and do not litter during your visit. 📍Address: No. 19, Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District, Western Suburbs of Beijing 🎫Tickets: Peak Season (April 1 - October 31): Entrance ticket: CNY 30, Combined ticket: CNY 60. 🚙Transportation: • 🚇Subway: Take Line 4 to Beigongmen Station or Xiyuan Station, or take the Xijiao Line to Summer Palace West Gate Station. • 🚌Bus: Many bus routes can reach the Summer Palace, such as No. 330, 331, 332, 346, 563, 696, etc. • 🚗Car: There is a parking lot in the park, but parking spaces are limited. It is recommended to arrive early. ⏰Visiting Time: Recommended visiting time is half a day to a full day.
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Posted: Mar 10, 2025
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