Beijing | N Ways to Explore the Royal Gardens

From a Jin Dynasty detached palace to the Ming and Qing imperial gardens, every brick here is etched with history, and every gust of wind whispers stories. No need to rush between attractions, just pick a bench, watch pigeons fly past the White Pagoda, and listen to oars break the lake's surface – this is the romance of a royal garden. 🌟 Must-See Attractions • White Pagoda on Qiong Island: Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City. The Tibetan-style white pagoda against the blue sky and water perfectly showcases the architectural aesthetics of the Qianlong era. • Nine Dragon Screen: Nine giant dragons are carved in double-sided glazed relief, with 635 dragon scales shimmering in the sunlight. Capture the majestic momentum of the dragons soaring by shooting from the east side looking up. • Five-Dragon Pavilions: The Ming Dynasty royal boating area. In the evening, the glazed tiles glimmer with gold, and the reflection in the lake is poetic. Rent a decorated pleasure boat and experience the feeling of "being in a painting." • Xiaoxitian: The largest square pavilion-style palace in China. The blue-green glazed tiles complement the white marble railings, and the solemn atmosphere hides the warmth of Qianlong's birthday wishes for his mother. ▫️▫️▫️▫️ ⓘ ⓝ ⓕ ⓞ ▫️▫️▫️▫️ 🧩Name: Beihai Park 🚇Transportation: 5-minute walk from Exit B of Beihai North Station on Subway Line 6 to the north gate. Bus No. 5 "Beihai" stop. 💰Tickets: Peak season CNY 10 (Apr 1–Oct 31), combined ticket CNY 20 including Yong'an Temple and Tuancheng, advance booking required, entry with ID card. 🈺️Opening hours: 6:00–21:00 (last entry 20:30), gardens within the park 8:00–18:00 (closed on Mondays)