Zhihua Temple's magnificent pear blossom cascades are about to bloom! Daily visitor limit: 2,000.

🌸 The two ancient pear trees in front of Zhihua Temple's main hall reach full bloom in late March and early April each year, creating a spectacular sight. In recent years, they have become one of Beijing's top springtime attractions. Last year, long queues formed during peak season, leading to visitor restrictions. This year, the temple has announced a daily limit of 2,000 visitors during the blossom season (March 20 - April 30). If you want to witness this beautiful display of snowy white pear blossoms, be sure to arrive early. Last winter was relatively warm, so the best viewing period should be around March 25 this year. 🚇 Directions Take Subway Line 1 to Jianguomen Station (Exit A), Line 2 to Chaoyangmen Station (Exit G), or Line 5 to Dengshikou Station (Exit C). From there, it's a 15–20 minute walk or a 5-minute bike ride to the south gate of Zhihua Temple. 📸 Photography Tips 1. The two pear trees are located on either side of the Zhihua Hall. Try a low angle shot, angling upwards to make the trees appear to intersect, creating the illusion of a courtyard filled with blossoms. 2. Use a telephoto lens for close-ups of the pear blossoms, capturing the delicate texture of the petals. 3. Use the red walls, black tiles, or roof ornaments of the ancient buildings as a backdrop, focusing on the pear blossoms in the foreground to capture the essence of spring in an ancient temple. 4. For traditional-style portraits, consider using props like oil-paper umbrellas or round fans to add a touch of elegance. ⚠️ ⚠️⚠️ 2025 Blossom Season Ticket Purchase Notice - To ensure the safety of visitors and cultural relics during the blossom season and enhance the visitor experience, Zhihua Temple will implement a reservation system with visitor limits from March 20 to April 30, 2025. [Ticket Purchase] - Ticket Quota: 2,000 tickets are available for each open day. Reservation Method: Tickets can be booked up to 5 days in advance through the online ticketing system on the official Zhihua Temple WeChat account. The system updates at 9pm. Tickets will not be sold at the ticket office. [Free Admission] - Free Quota: 1,000 free admission spots are available for each open day (excluding the 200 free spots every Wednesday), exclusively for eligible individuals according to the free admission policy. Ticket Collection: Visitors must present valid identification or supporting documents at the ticket office on the day of their visit to collect free tickets. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. [Opening Hours] - Tuesday to Sunday: 9am–5pm (last entry at 4:30pm). Closed on Mondays (except public holidays). [Zhihua Temple Jing Music Performance] - Performances start at 10am and 3pm on open days. [Volunteer Guide Service] - Available at 9:30am and 2pm on open days. ⛪ Zhihua Temple, originally the family temple of Wang Zhen, a eunuch of the Directorate of Ceremonial, was built in 1443 during the Zhengtong reign of the Ming Dynasty. Located at No. 5, Lumi Cang Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing, it was constructed following the "Seven Halls of a Buddhist Monastery" layout and is considered the largest Ming Dynasty wooden architectural complex in Beijing. Although the temple buildings have undergone several renovations, they still retain the original Ming Dynasty layout. The coffered ceilings inside the halls are of significant historical and scientific value, providing valuable insights into Ming Dynasty wooden architecture. On March 4, 1961, Zhihua Temple was designated as a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Site by the State Council of the People's Republic of China.