[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhongshan Park (Updated May)

Late October to early November The entire city of Beijing is filled with the vibrant colors of changing leaves, giving a lively feeling. Our travel plan in Beijing focuses on strolling through various parks to admire the blooming yellow ginkgo trees. Recommended Places 1) Zhongshan Park: A large public park located near Tiananmen Square (west side). The park is lush and bustling with people enjoying the autumn foliage. Transportation: Metro Line 1 Tian'anmenXi Entrance Fee: 3 CNY Tips: - Foreign tourists need to use their passport to purchase tickets for various attractions.

In just two weeks, Beijing will enter the most beautiful time of autumn, when the red walls and ginkgo trees will be in full bloom. The best places to see them are the Forbidden City and Zhongshan Park. Here's a city walk guide to help you make the most of it! [City Walk Route] Enter Zhongshan Park from the west gate > Walk to the Zhongshan Park Waterside Pavilion > Stroll along the Zhongshan Park Corridor > Arrive at the Zhongshan Park Sheji Altar Ginkgo Avenue > Exit from the east gate of Zhongshan Park > Head to the southwest corner tower of the Forbidden City > Enter the Forbidden City from the Meridian Gate > Visit the Forbidden City Eighteen Locust Trees > Finally arrive at the Forbidden City Yanxi Palace. [Recommended Photo Spots] ✔️ Zhongshan Park Sheji Altar Ginkgo Avenue: This is the best spot to take photos of the red walls and ginkgo trees. Be sure to enter the park as soon as it opens to capture the most beautiful scenes without interruption. At the end of the ginkgo avenue is a round red city gate, which is very picturesque. ✔️ Zhongshan Park Waterside Pavilion: A great spot for taking photos of people with the red walls and ginkgo trees. You can take photos from the other side of a small river, using a telephoto lens of about 100mm. ✔️ Southwest Corner Tower of the Forbidden City: There is a row of ginkgo trees here, with the outer wall of the Forbidden City as a backdrop, creating a strong visual impact. It's also worth a visit. ✔️ Forbidden City Eighteen Locust Trees: If you want to take close-up photos of the ginkgo trees, this is the place to go. The large red walls are very impressive, but the photo spots are high up, so it's not suitable for portraits. ✔️ Yanxi Palace: There are two large ginkgo trees on either side of the gate, with the red walls as a backdrop, creating a beautiful scene. [Some Tips] ▪️ You need to book tickets for the Forbidden City online 7 days in advance, but sometimes you can book 2 days in advance. If you can't get a ticket, you can just visit Zhongshan Park and take photos of the corner tower outside the Forbidden City. ▪️ If you want to avoid the crowds, be sure to arrive early! And make sure to choose a sunny day, as the weather is the best filter.

Beijing's limited edition red wall and ginkgo trees! This guide has everything you need to know!|||In half a month, Beijing will welcome the highlight of autumn, the limited edition red wall and ginkgo trees. The main viewing spots are the Forbidden City and Zhongshan Park. Please keep this citywalk guide! - [Citywalk Route] Zhongshan Park West Gate - Zhongshan Park Waterside Pavilion - Zhongshan Park Long Corridor - Zhongshan Park Altar of Land and Grain Ginkgo Avenue - Zhongshan Park East Gate - Forbidden City Southwest Corner Tower - Forbidden City Meridian Gate - Forbidden City Eighteen Juniper Trees - Forbidden City Yanxi Palace - [Recommended Photo Spots] ✔️Zhongshan Park Altar of Land and Grain Ginkgo Avenue The best spot to take photos of the red wall and ginkgo trees. You must enter as soon as the park opens to get the most beautiful shots without people! At the end of Ginkgo Avenue is a round red city gate, which is very artistic. ✔️Zhongshan Park Waterside Pavilion The best spot to take photos of people with the red wall and ginkgo trees. You can take photos from across a small river. You will need a telephoto lens of around 100. ✔️Forbidden City Southwest Corner Tower There is a row of ginkgo trees here. The outer city wall of the Forbidden City is the background, which is very visually impactful and worth checking in. ✔️Forbidden City Eighteen Juniper Trees The best place in the Forbidden City to take detailed photos of ginkgo trees with a telephoto lens. There is a large red wall, but the spots are all high, so it is not suitable for taking portraits. ✔️Yanxi Palace There are two large ginkgo trees, one on each side of the gate. The red wall is the background and it is very beautiful! - [Some Travel Tips] ▪️You need to make a reservation online 7 days in advance for the Forbidden City. Sometimes you can make a reservation 2 days in advance. If you can't make a reservation, you can just go to Zhongshan Park and take photos of the corner tower outside the Forbidden City. ▪️If you want to avoid the crowd, you must arrive early! You must go on a sunny day, as the weather is the best filter.

🌟 Day 1: Fly to Beijing and head to the hotel 🏨 Depart in the morning, take a flight to Beijing. After arriving in Beijing, go to the hotel for check-in. I chose the XX hotel located in the city center, which is convenient for transportation and there are many delicious food and shopping places nearby. 🌟 Day 2: The Palace Museum & Jingshan Park 🌄 In the morning, go to the Palace Museum, admire the Forbidden City with red walls and yellow tiles, and shoot the autumn colors of ginkgo. It is recommended to book tickets online in advance to avoid queuing. In the afternoon, go to Jingshan Park, climb high and overlook Beijing and the central axis of the Forbidden City, and take beautiful photos. The autumn scenery of Jingshan Park is very beautiful, and you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the entire Beijing city. In the evening, go to Shichahai and tour the autumn colors of the hutongs. The hutongs near Shichahai are full of the flavor of old Beijing, as if they have traveled through time. 🌟 Day 3: Zhongshan Park & Yuyuantan Park & Summer Palace 🌄 In the morning, go to Zhongshan Park, admire the Ginkgo Avenue, and take beautiful photos. The ginkgo leaves in Zhongshan Park turn golden in autumn, which is very beautiful. In the afternoon, go to Yuyuantan Park and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sunset. Yuyuantan Park is a very suitable place for leisure and relaxation. You can walk by the lake or sit on the lawn to enjoy the sun. In the evening, go to the Summer Palace, climb to the top of Wanshou Mountain, overlook the Seventeen Arch Bridge, and enjoy the golden light through the hole at sunset. The Seventeen Arch Bridge in the Summer Palace is particularly spectacular at sunset, making people linger. This route covers famous attractions such as the Palace Museum, Jingshan Park, Zhongshan Park, Yuyuantan Park, and the Summer Palace. You can enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery of Beijing, experience the culture and historical atmosphere of Beijing's hutongs.

Zhongshan Park is a favorite of mine, offering something special in every season. I visited on November 7th, and although there weren't many ginkgo trees in their autumn colors, the few that were there made quite a sight. I also had the chance to experience the tea house, Lai Jin Yu Xuan. It's essential to get in line before 9 a.m., as I learned the hard way by waiting for two hours because I was late. At present, you need to book a day in advance to visit Zhongshan Park (unless you have an annual pass). If you want to enter from the south gate, you also need to book Tiananmen, as the south gate is entrance-only.

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This park was just what we needed after a very busy morning at the Palace Museum. The gardens are pretty and it was relatively quiet after the crowds outside. A minimal entrance charge. This was where we found the only children's playground during our time in Beijing to the delight of our 3 and 5 year olds. The entrance charge for this was well more than the park but worth it after we had all walked through the palace museum. But instead of a tourist attraction, I think it's more like a beautiful normal park, where you can take a walk with your family after dinner. Though it's definitely not as famous as Tiananmen Square, it shows the beauty of this old town-Beijing of its own way. So if you've already gone to the Tiananmen Square, just spend some time at the park too. It's a place worth visiting. #beijingtrip #urbanexplorer #palace

Zhongshan Park, 3 yuan tickets to give you an autumn feast Zhongshan Park's three yuan tickets and bad parking, will exclude some people, so the number of people who come to appreciate this autumn is significantly less. Moreover, most of the tourists are concentrated on the ginkgo road that goes to Zhongshan Hall. If the light is very good and the sky is very blue, with the red wall and green tile gold leaves, the autumn of Zhongshan Park is really beautiful, and it doesn't lose spring. Park Ginkgo is concentrated in the place 1, passing an arch, going to the temple to go to the Zhongshan Road, I called it Ginkgo Road 2, the west side of the entrance In the Shuiyu Scenic Area, there are several tall trees at the water's edge, which can be used with the promenade building. The color is rich 3, at the entrance of the Zhongshan Park Music Hall, there are two very strong and well-formed trees, and the trees are under the trees. You can shoot thick trunks and lawn leaves Zhongshan company to enjoy autumn practical tips: tickets: Zhongshan Park ticket price: adult 3 yuan students half price opening hours: November 1 ~ March 31 of the following year, 6

Every Songkran, we plan to travel with our mothers. This year is the second year that we choose to travel to China. This year, we pin Beijing. We choose to visit the historical sites of Beijing. 🗓️Travel planning: Start with #Temple of Heaven. I recommend leaving plenty of time because there are beautiful trees and flowers along the way. Find a bench under a big tree to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. Bring some snacks with you. That's all you need to chill. And don't forget to look at the signs on the trees. You won't believe that many of the trees are older than Bangkok. On the second day, we went to #Forbidden Palace. I want to tell you a technique for walking without getting lost. Add the #Forbidden Palace wechat account. It will tell you where you are in the palace now. Now you can walk around comfortably. It doesn't just tell you the location. It also tells you where there are many people and few people. But in fact, there are many people everywhere. We brought lunch to eat in the palace. We chose to sit and eat in the area with tables and chairs near the pine trees. The atmosphere is nice and cool. In the evening, we walked to #Jingshan Mountain. There are peonies of various colors blooming all over the garden. It didn't take long to walk to the viewpoint. On the third day, we intended to go to #National Museum of China. Walking past Tiananmen Gate, there were so many people that we couldn't help but think that tourists from all over the place must have gathered here. On the way, we passed by #Zhongshan Park and decided to try to go in. The rain was beautiful and quiet, like a secret garden for us to escape from the chaos of the army of tourists outside. There was a tulip festival in the park, the colors were as beautiful as a painting. After sitting comfortably for a long time, we decided to leave the park and walk through the army of tourists to #National Museum of China. We have had experience going to many museums, but none were as crowded as here. But we have to admit that China's management is not an obstacle to visiting the museum. It turned into the fun of visiting the museum instead. It's like having friends who are excited to see valuable items together even though we don't know each other. It's an experience that I've never had anywhere else. The exhibits are very impressive. The lighting in the museum is very good, not too dark. We can clearly see the details of every antique. On the fourth day, we headed to the Great Wall of China #Mutianyu. We booked a trip with #zanbus at a very good price on trip.com. Don't forget to check it out. 💞Reason for recommendation: I recommend going with #zanbus. The bus stop is very easy to find. You can see it right away from the subway. And the guide speaks very good English. 📍Address: Finally, I would like to review the home Inn Beijing south railway station dahongmen branch. Price: About 1,000 per night Transportation: Near the haihutun railway station, walk to the hotel in no more than 5 minutes. 🏖️Environment/Facilities: Near restaurants, bakeries, breakfast, dinner, near supermarkets, fresh markets, wumart shopping malls I really recommend this hotel. 💰Average price per person: 7 days and 6 nights, all inclusive, no more than 20,000 per person.

🔥I thought I won if I got the ticket to the Forbidden City? As a result, after queuing for the "security check marathon" under the scorching sun, my blood tank was half empty! 🏗️Be careful of the appearance of the "Repair Assassin"! Want to take a big photo with red walls and golden tiles? Sorry, one-third of the palace is wrapped in scaffolding green cloth Do you know about the construction site style that even filters can’t save? 👘Three thousand beauties in the harem? I think it’s thirty thousand! The young ladies wearing Hanfu can turn the Imperial Garden into a "Hengdian Film Studio" Do you think you are Niu Hulu Zhen Huan? As a result, she instantly became a maid in the laundry department in the crowd (heartbreaking) 🌳Imperial Garden Picnic Rewards: Children screaming and chasing + aunties posing with scarves + the aroma of the self-heating pot (Where is the royal forbidden area? This is clearly a branch of Chaoyang Park!) 👵👶Hidden version NPC: Beijing grandpa and aunt take care of children group Bring your own stool, fruit snacks, and start a "tea party for kids" in the shade "It's cool here, grandson, you can run around wherever you want!" (The Forbidden City? No, this is a free royal version of a community park) 🛍️Creative Assassin 2.0: Ice Cream Assassin / Blind Box Assassin / Imperial Kitchen Assassin (Grilled Sausage Version) Every ten steps you take, you will encounter a consumer trap The wallet and the royal filter are shattered into slag 💡Guide to Sobriety in the World: ✅Want to see the real Forbidden City → Go early on weekdays during off-season ✅Want to take ancient style movies → Go directly to Hengdian ✅Want to experience the royal atmosphere → It is recommended to watch "Empresses in the Palace" instead (at least there is air conditioning) (Don’t ask me how I know this, it’s a lesson I learned through blood and tears💦) #Beijing #BeijingAttractions #BeijingTravel #Forbidden City #MainlandTourism #MainlandTravel #MainlandChinaAttractions #LightningAvoidance #LightningAvoidanceGuide #AprilGoodPlaces2025

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 Beijing, China is a world-famous tourist resort city. Every day, thousands of tourists come here for sightseeing and vacation. There are many park attractions in Beijing. This time I will introduce a very famous park attraction in Beijing: Zhongshan Park. 1. Basic Information • Opening hours: 6:30 - 20:00 (admission stops at 19:30), recommended visiting time is 3 - 4 hours. • Ticket price: Full price ticket is 3 yuan, half price ticket is 1.5 yuan. • Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 and exit from Tiananmen West Station Exit B or C. It is within walking distance. There are also many bus routes with stops nearby. 2. Must-see attractions 1. Sheji Altar: The core of the park, where emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties offered sacrifices to the gods of land and grains. The altar is square in shape and covered with five-colored soil, symbolizing "All under heaven belongs to the king." There are Lingxing Gates around it. The building is solemn and simple, reflecting the ancient royal sacrificial rituals and respect for the land and grains. 2. Five-colored soil: The five-colored soil on the Sheji Altar is laid out in the directions of green in the east, red in the south, white in the west, black in the north, and yellow in the center. The distinct colors are not only beautiful decorations, but also embody the ancients' profound understanding of the natural world and the theory of the five elements. It is a vivid material for understanding ancient culture and philosophical thoughts. 3. Zhongshan Hall: It was originally the worship hall of Sheji Altar. Later, in order to commemorate Dr. Sun Yat-sen, his coffin was placed here and it was renamed Zhongshan Hall. The building is magnificent and antique. Historical materials related to Mr. Sun Yat-sen are displayed inside, showing his great revolutionary career. It is an important place for patriotic education. 4. Defend Peace Archway: Formerly known as the "Klinde Monument", it is an exquisite stone archway, which was later rebuilt into the "Defend Peace Archway". The archway is finely carved and has exquisite patterns. It combines Chinese and Western architectural styles. It has witnessed the changes in China's modern history and has extremely high historical and artistic value. 5. Tanghuawu: A large greenhouse with a combination of Chinese and Western architectural styles. Flowers bloom all year round inside, and there are various precious flowers and bonsai, such as orchids, peonies, plum blossoms, etc. It is a paradise for flower lovers and a good place to take photos and check in.

#Forbidden City #Imperial City Photography #Historical Sedimentation #Beijing #Cultural Check-in ◾ Best time to shoot: morning light and dusk ▸ 7:30-8:30 in the morning (first wave of admission when the door opens, avoid the crowds and capture the silence of the morning mist) ▸ 1 hour before sunset (the setting sun penetrates the eaves, the golden tiles are shining, and the solemn feeling is full) ◾ 5 majestic camera positions to capture the emperor’s aura 1️⃣ The steps of the Hall of Supreme Harmony (shoot the stairs from above to highlight the sense of authority, and bring in the cloud dragon relief in the composition) 2️⃣ The main gate of the Palace of Heavenly Purity (symmetrical composition, red gate and golden nails, showing the majesty of the deep palace) 3️⃣ Wumen Tower (wide-angle shot to highlight the magnificent and oppressive feeling of the building) 4️⃣ Red Wall Alley (the long corridor on the west side of Cining Palace, where light and shadow cut out the loneliness of history) 5️⃣ Silhouette of the corner tower (photographed after snow in winter, in black and white, as quiet as an ink painting) ◾ Post-production color grading: movie-level gloomy tones ▹ Tone: Reduce saturation (red walls turn dark red, the sky turns blue-gray) ▹ Contrast: +10 (strengthens architectural lines) ▹ Vignette: slightly added (focus on the subject and create a sense of historical depth) "The majesty of the Forbidden City lies not in its noise but in its six hundred years of silence." #BeijingIn-depthTour #ArchitecturalAesthetics #HistoricalPhotography #BeijingFeatures #BeijingTravel #AprilGoodPlaces2025

## Spring Blooms in Zhongshan Park: An Unexpected Romantic Encounter When the April sun gently shines on the lawn of Zhongshan Park, this century-old park seems to be enchanted, turning into a sea of flowers overnight. The morning dew has not yet dissipated, and flowers of various colors are already eager to unfold their smiling faces, waiting to whisper the secrets of spring to every visitor. Entering from the South Gate, the first thing that catches your eye is the cherry blossom forest, as beautiful as clouds and rosy clouds. Hundreds of Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom, and the pink and white petals sway gently in the breeze. The occasional rain of falling petals fills the entire space with a romantic atmosphere. The girls taking pictures under the trees look up and smile, and the lens captures not only the beauty of the flowers, but also the gentleness of the entire spring. Turning past the Music Pavilion, the view suddenly opens up. The tulip flower field is like an overturned palette, splashing the most vibrant colors on the green grass. The golden "Golden Emperor," the deep purple "Night Queen," the pink and white "Angel's Kiss," and those rare varieties with multi-colored stripes, each stands tall, proudly displaying its unique beauty. The gardeners cleverly matched and planted different varieties, which look like ribbons spread out on the ground from a distance. Strolling along the lakeside path, the newly drawn tender buds of the weeping willows gently caress the water surface, stirring up circles of ripples. The magnolia flowers on the opposite bank of the lake are in full bloom, and the white flowers are like small lanterns hanging on the branches, exuding a faint fragrance. Occasionally, a few petals fall on the lake, attracting koi to chase each other, and the rippling water waves crush and reorganize the reflected flower shadows, forming a dynamic watercolor painting. In the rose garden on the east side of the park, the early blooming monthly roses have already bloomed. From delicate pink to rich wine red, from fresh goose yellow to pure snow white, each one is carefully dressed up, vying to show visitors their style. Bees are busy shuttling between the flowers, and the buzzing sound of their wings is like a serenade accompanying this spring feast. We especially recommend the azalea valley in the northwest corner of the park, where the rhododendrons are in full bloom. Walking through the sea of flowers along the stone path, the azalea branches on both sides are staggered into arches, and walking through it is like passing through a tunnel of flowers. The sunlight casts mottled light and shadows on the ground through the petals, and the air is filled with a sweet floral fragrance, which makes people slow down unconsciously, for fear of disturbing this beauty. When the sun sets, the flowers in the park are plated with a golden edge. At this time, it is best to sit on a bench by the lake and watch the sunset dye the sky pink and purple, reflecting on the calm lake surface, complementing the flower shadows in the foreground. The breeze blows, sending bursts of floral fragrance, and the laughter of children comes from afar. At this moment, Zhongshan Park is so beautiful that it is intoxicating. This spring flower event will last until mid-May, and every day will present a different scene. Perhaps this is the most charming part of Zhongshan Park—it can always give you unexpected surprises, allowing you to find a poetic corner in the busy city where you can slow down and enjoy the flowers.

#aprilblooms #Zhongshan Park 🏞️ What is Zhongshan Park? • Zhongshan Park (中山公园, Zhōngshān Gōngyuán) is a famous public park located in central Beijing, right next to the Forbidden City’s south gate (Tiananmen Gate). • It’s named after Sun Yat-sen (Sun Zhongshan), the “Father of Modern China,” who helped overthrow the last imperial dynasty. ⸻ 🏛️ History • The park area used to be part of the imperial gardens of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. • It was called the Altar of Earth and Harvests (Shejitan, 社稷坛), where emperors performed important religious ceremonies to honor the gods of earth and agriculture. • In 1928, after the fall of the Qing dynasty, the park was turned into a public space and renamed Zhongshan Park in honor of Sun Yat-sen. ⸻ ✨ Main Features • Altar of Earth and Harvests: A large, beautiful stone platform where ancient rituals were held. • Historical Pavilions: Gorgeous traditional Chinese structures, like the Double Ring Pavilion and Stone Archways. • Gardens and Flowers: • Famous for its spring tulip displays and flower exhibitions. • Has quiet tree-lined paths, ponds, and decorative gardens. • Cultural Exhibitions: Sometimes hosts art displays, flower shows, and cultural events. ⸻ ☀️ Atmosphere • Very peaceful compared to the busy Tiananmen Square right outside. • Popular among locals for morning exercises like tai chi, singing, and dancing. • A great place to relax after visiting the Forbidden City. ⸻ 📍 Location and Access • Address: Just west of Tiananmen Square, adjacent to the Forbidden City’s south entrance. • Subway: Easily reachable by Tian’anmen West or Tian’anmen East stations (Beijing Subway Line 1). • Entrance Fee: Very inexpensive (around 10 RMB), and sometimes free for seniors or children. Getting There - Attractions - Hotels - Food & Restaurants - Shopping -

All places are wheelchair-accessible, and if you can, please rent an electric scooter. Manual wheelchairs are complicated to move around a vast area. They make you very tired, and you must cover a big area. Getting There - early morning and check the weather Attractions - Get tickets online. Google it Hotels - Borman Hotel Food & Restaurants - Shopping -

The April wind tears through the imperial city But I can't tear the tulip's spine Their drooped necks are raised again under the glazed tiles The shadow of the red wall, the green of the ancient cypress, shattered into gold foil on the petals It turns out that beauty never requires bending down Tulips of various colors meet the golden color of the Forbidden City The light leaking through the cypress branches was suddenly intercepted by the peony Peach blossoms bloom beside the Altar of Heaven and Earth Although the wind blows, the flowers still stand proudly 🗺Suggested tour route (P18): West Gate➡️Thatched Pavilion➡️Sacrificial Pavilion➡️Lanting Eight-pillar Pavilion➡️Tanghuawu➡️Baohepingfang➡️Sun Yat-sen Statue➡️Laijin Yuxuan➡️Shejitan➡️Yuyuan➡️East Gate Enter from the west gate and follow the route to see the most tulips. Most of them are planted along the roadside. The tulip icon is the concentrated area 🌷About the current situation of tulips: Most of the tulips are in bloom now. After the strong wind, about 20% of the tulips fell or withered, 15% of the tulips were in bud, and the rest were in full bloom, which is expected to last for another week or two. Peonies, wisteria, peach blossoms, and lilacs are also in bloom. 📸 Photo booth: ❶ The peach blossoms, tulips and benches near Shejitan Taoyuan are very photogenic. Lower the lens and shoot upward. ❷Near the slaughter pavilion: red wall + tulips + ancient cypress three-dimensional picture, it is recommended to take pictures at 4 pm when there is light, the light and shadow are like oil paintings ❸ Near the west of Xili Pavilion: tulips and the hip roof are in the same frame. Crouching down to take pictures, the layered feeling of the building's eaves pressing down on the branches ❹ East side of Sheji Altar: Tulips are spread out around the path, and you can stand in the center of the path to take a bird's-eye view of the people. 📌Tips: ✅ In addition to tulips, Zhongshan Park also has many other flowers, such as peach blossoms, late cherry blossoms, peonies, lilacs, wisteria, and forsythia. Don’t miss them. ✅ Book tickets in advance and bring your mainland China ID card. You can make a reservation at the park. If you drive, you can park your car at the National Grand Theater, but public transportation is recommended ✅ You can try Jin Yuxuan's winter vegetable buns, remember to queue up and make an appointment in advance 🎫Tickets: 10💰 🚗Transportation: Take Metro Line 1, exit at Tiananmen West Exit B, walk 600 meters along Nanchang Street, and enter from the West Gate

#ChinaTravel #ChinaTravelPlan Zhongshan Park is a large park located in the heart of Beijing and is located west of Tiananmen Square. The park is very spacious and shady with various trees. We came here in autumn. It is very romantic and beautiful. It is another place worth visiting. Transportation: metro Tian'Anmen west, exit B 💰Average price per person: Admission fee 3 CNY #TravelChinaByYourself#TravelBeijing

🌷Spring arrived fashionably late, but the tulips in Zhongshan Park are already in full bloom. Although the flower sea isn't as grand as in previous years, its delicate beauty is still captivating.💕Strolling along the park paths, pink tulips sway gently in the breeze, like shy maidens with downcast eyes. 🌷The northwest wind howled just moments ago, yet surprisingly, it didn't harm these delicate flowers. The flower beds in front of Zhongshan Hall are the most spectacular, with layers of tulips forming a dazzling rainbow, attracting visitors to stop and take photos. Sunlight filters through the petals,🌹casting dappled shadows on the ground, creating a fairytale-like atmosphere. 🌷Turning a corner and arriving at the Peony Garden, a different scene unfolds. The peony buds, which were still closed a few days ago, have been battered by the strong wind, and many blossoms have fallen to the ground. However, stubborn buds still cling to the branches, plump and round,🌹as if gathering their remaining strength. The gardeners say that by the weekend, these sleeping spirits will awaken and bloom in all their glory. 🌷The air is filled with the fresh scent of earth and flowers. Small groups of visitors stroll along the flower paths. There are elderly couples with white hair admiring the flowers hand in hand, young couples taking selfies among the blossoms, and students sketching with their palettes. The occasional bee adds🌹a lively rhythm to this springtime scene. 🌷Although the peonies are not yet in full bloom, the tulips have already woven a visual feast. This weekend, Zhongshan Park is sure to welcome even more visitors seeking the beauty of spring, where they can encounter the most beautiful days of April.🪷

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| Zhongshan Park Tulips. April in Beijing is a grand spring carnival 🌸. The trees are covered in green 🌳, and the flowers can't wait to show off their beauty. In this romantic season, be sure to visit Zhongshan Park to admire the tulips 🌷. Unlike the tulips under the blue sky in the botanical garden 🌤, the tulips in Zhongshan Park are set against ancient cypresses, red walls, and golden tiles 🌳🏮, resembling a beautiful classical painting 🖼. The sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves 🌞 and falls on the tulip flowers. They are like fairies exuding light 🧚‍♀️, swaying gracefully, dreamlike and magical. Know the flowering period in advance ⏰ 🔥 It is estimated that April 15, 2024, will be the best viewing period for tulips. Super time-saving and labor-saving tour route 🗺 Follow this route below, and you can easily check in to various beautiful sceneries in 2 hours. Starting from the West Gate 🚪, pass through the Thatched Pavilion 🏕, Zaisheng Pavilion, Lanting Bazhu Pavilion 🏛, Tanghua Dock 🌸, In Defense of Peace Archway, Sun Yat-sen Statue 🗿, Laijinyuxuan 🍱, Altar of Land and Grain, Yuyuan 🏞, and finally leave from the East Gate 🚪. Most of the tulips are planted along the roadside 🌷. There are icon signs in the concentrated tulip area. In addition, the crabapple flowers on Haitang Avenue are also in full bloom 🌸, which can be appreciated together. Going out from the East Gate, you can also check in at the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City 🗡 along the way. Flower viewing tips 💡 ✅ These photos of mine were taken in previous years 🎞. Some of the tulips in the park have already bloomed this year. If you don't want to be crowded 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, you can visit these days. It is very suitable for taking portrait photos 📷. It is expected that the peak flower viewing period will come this weekend. Moreover, tulips will be more radiant when photographed on a sunny day 🌞. ✅ In addition to tulips, Zhongshan Park also has many treasure flower viewing spots 🌼. The late cherry blossoms 🌸, crabapples, and forsythia near the waterside pavilion are all very lively. The crabapple avenue in front of the stone lion is so beautiful that it is unreal. Taking a photo at random is super atmospheric. ✅ Remember to make an appointment to purchase tickets 🎫 on "Changyou Park" in advance and bring your ID card 🪪. If you drive, you can park your car in the National Centre for the Performing Arts 🅿️. However, to avoid traffic jams, it is more recommended to take public transportation 🚇. ✅ Be sure to try the pickled vegetable buns at Laijinyuxuan 🍙, but there are many people, so remember to line up and make an appointment in advance. Transportation Guide 🚇 Take subway Line 1 and exit from Exit B of Tiananmen West Station 🚉. Walk 600m along Nanchang Street to reach the West Gate of Zhongshan Park 🚪. Hurry up and seize the tail of spring and go to Zhongshan Park for a romantic date with tulips 🌷!

When traveling to Beijing, everyone will come to Tiananmen Square and the Palace Museum, but next to them there is a park with few people, beautiful scenery and cheap tickets - Zhongshan Park. 🌟Highlights: Zhongshan Park is located on the west side of Tiananmen Square. In the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty (1420), it was built as the Sheji Altar in accordance with the "Zhou Li" principle of "Zu Zuo You She". In 1914, Sheji Altar was opened to the public as a park. It was initially called Central Park and was the first public garden in Beijing at that time. In the 17th year of the Republic of China (1928), it was renamed Zhongshan Park. There are many famous scenic spots in Zhongshan Park, such as Liaobai, Sheji Altar, Zhongshan Hall, Defending Peace Arch, Lanting Stele Pavilion, Maxim Pavilion, Huifang Garden, and Tanghuawu. 📍Attraction address: No. 4, Zhonghua Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing 🚗 Transportation to the attraction: Take Metro Line 1 or bus, get off at Tiananmen West Station and walk over... 👍️Must-visit attractions: Tanghuawu, Huifang Garden 🎟️Ticket related: Park tickets are available from March 17th to April 30th because of the 🈶tulip 🌷 exhibition, so the full ticket price is 10 yuan, which includes the two must-see attractions mentioned above ☝️. ❤Recommendation reason: The recent 🈶Tulip🌷 special exhibition is very elegant. Moreover, apricot blossoms, plum blossoms, magnolias, and tulips🌷outside the exhibition area are already in bloom, very beautiful🤩 💗Other tips: 1️⃣ Zhongshan Park is usually 3 yuan, 2️⃣ It is recommended to enjoy the flowers and take photos before 10 am and after 3 pm.

Zhongshan Park 🏞️, next to the Forbidden City in Beijing, is a famous garden for spring flower viewing. Although it is most famous for tulips 🌷, due to its large area and many types of flowers planted, the flower viewing period can last from February to May. The tulips are not in full bloom yet, but I saw a 🌸 mountain peach tree in the park, which was particularly beautiful. 📍Location: In front of Zhongshan Park Concert Hall 🔸The peach tree is very tall and straight, without any slanting branches, and spreads out from bottom to top, growing in a very regular manner 🔸The flowers are densely packed, the peach blossoms🌸 are blooming luxuriantly, the pink flowers are hanging all over the branches, and now is the best time to view them 🔸There is a green pavilion next to the tree, which contrasts with the pink peach tree📸It looks great for taking photos and checking in 🔸There are many rest seats next to the tree🪑. It is a very good angle to take a portrait with the peach tree as the foreground 🔸Tulips are planted under this peach tree and have sprouted🌱. It is expected that the park will usher in the💐tulip viewing season in April ⭕️The flowers in bloom at Zhongshan Park during the same period include 1️⃣ The plum blossoms in the plum garden are partially in bloom and are expected to enter their best flowering period in a week. 2️⃣The magnolia flowers in front of the Lanting Pavilion are in full bloom now, which is the best time to enjoy them. 3️⃣ There are some indoor-grown 🌷tulips on display in the park. They are planted in the flowerbeds. Although there are not many, they are all blooming well.

The best time to enjoy the flowers is from mid-April to early May, when the peonies are in full bloom. Please pay attention to the weather and park notices before going to avoid a wasted trip. ✅Jingshan Park: The peony garden is amazing, with more than 600 plants and 500 varieties, including the precious Wei Zi and Yao Huang. The ancient buildings and peonies in the garden match perfectly. You can enjoy the picturesque peonies on the main road of Qianshan and the West District Science Park. Standing at the Wanchun Pavilion and overlooking, the sea of ​​flowers and the Forbidden City complement each other, full of charm. The ticket is only 2 yuan. You can take the subway Line 8 to Nanluoguxiang Station and walk to the destination in 15 minutes. You can also take bus 111, 124, or 58 to Jingshan Park Station. ✅ Zhongshan Park: It has a royal style. The peony garden on the west side of Sheji Altar is planted with rare species. The combination of peonies, red walls, golden tiles and ancient cypresses shows its nobility. You can also enjoy tulips 🌷 weeping crabapples here. The ticket price is 🎫3 yuan. Take Metro Line 1 and get off at Tiananmen West Station, or take Bus 🚌1, 5, or 52 to Zhongshan Park Station. ✅Beijing Botanical Garden: There are many varieties of peonies, and you can enjoy the flowers among the mountains and rivers. Not only are the peonies in the garden beautiful, but the peach blossoms, crabapples, and lilacs are also vying for beauty, allowing you to see enough spring flowers all at once. The ticket is 10 yuan. Take the Xijiao Line to the Botanical Garden Station, or take bus No. 331, 563, or 696 🚌 to get there. 📷Tips for taking photos: ✅Wearing Hanfu and cheongsam, they match perfectly with peonies and ancient buildings, and the atmosphere is perfect for taking photos📷. ✅When taking photos, shoot from a low angle to highlight the flowers, use the doors and windows of ancient buildings as the foreground to add layers, and take close-ups of the stamens and petals to show the details. The light is soft and colorful in the morning or evening, and you can avoid the crowds, which is the best time to take photos📷 🍱There are also many delicious foods around: ✅Near Jingshan Park, the fried tripe and sesame sauce at Dongxingshun Baodu Zhang are amazing, and the double skin milk at Wenyu Cheese Shop is super delicious. ✅Around Zhongshan Park, the Beiping Three Brothers Shabu-shabu is authentic, the Fuhuazhai pastry shop has exquisite pastries, and the rose cakes are especially delicious. ✅In the Beijing Botanical Garden, the vegetarian food at the Reclining Buddha Temple is light and refreshing, and the surrounding farmhouses have authentic farm dishes.

The magnolias in Beijing's "First Ring Road" have finally reached their best viewing period. A 🚶‍♀️walking flower-viewing route takes you to check in at three places where magnolias are in full bloom. Don't go back, enjoy the spring with fewer people and beautiful scenery🌸 👉Recommended route: 🚇Metro Tiananmen East - 🛕Pudu Temple (Magnolia) - Enter from the East Gate 🏞️Beijing Workers' Cultural Palace (Magnolia) West Gate - Enter from the East Gate 🏞️Zhongshan Park (plum blossoms, tulips 🌷, mountain peach blossoms 🌸, magnolia) Southwest Gate - 🚇Metro Tiananmen West 📸Filming date: March 20, 2025, morning ✅This route completely avoids the large number of tourists going to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Although you will go through three security checks🛂, it is better because there are fewer people and the queue is faster. ✅The magnolias of Pudu Temple are planted on the east and west sides of the main hall. They are mainly white magnolias. Those near the main hall have entered the best flowering period. You can take pictures with the ancient buildings. There are few people and the pictures are good. ✅The magnolias in the Working People's Cultural Palace can be located in the "Prince Forest" 🌳. There are several magnolias on the east and west sides. The ones on the east side are a bit dilapidated, while the ones on the west side are just right. The flowers are dense and low, which is very convenient for taking portraits 👩 (the pine and cypress trees in the garden are currently emitting pollen. When the wind blows, the pollen will float like fog. It is recommended to wear a mask 😷) ✅There is a Taimiao in the Labor People's Cultural Palace. If you have enough time, you can buy a ticket to visit it. It has the largest existing golden nanmu palace in China🏯 ✅The magnolia in Zhongshan Park is the most worth photographing in front of the Lanting Pavilion. The white magnolia is set off by the blue pavilion, which gives a different feeling. The magnolia flowers here are very large, and they are white and transparent under the sunlight, which looks very beautiful. ✅In addition, the Tulip Cultural Festival is currently being held in Zhongshan Park. The first batch of cultivated tulips 💐 have already appeared in the flowerbed of the park. The plum blossoms in the plum garden are about 20% in bloom, so you can wait for about another week. The mountain peach blossoms 🌸 in front of the Concert Hall are blooming particularly well, so you can stop by 📸 to enjoy the flowers and take pictures ‼ ️This flower-viewing route is mainly for viewing and photographing magnolias. Currently, the magnolias in these three places are in their best blooming period and should last for about a week. 🎫About tickets 🔸Pudu Temple: Free 🔸Beijing Workers' Cultural Palace: 2 yuan, free with 💳trade union card; Imperial Ancestral Temple 💰 ticket 10 yuan 🔸Zhongshan Park: Tickets are 3 yuan, free with annual park pass 🎟️; Tanghuawu Huifang Garden inside charges an additional 💰 ticket of 5 yuan, and there is a 🌷 tulip special exhibition

In spring, Beijing's Zhongshan Park, with its snow-white magnolias and vibrant tulips, is a romantic destination where classical gardens and flower seas intertwine. This guide will help you efficiently explore the park and leave no regrets! --- **I. Best Viewing Time** - **Magnolia Blossom Season**: Late March to mid-April (peak bloom is about 10 days, it is recommended to visit from late March to early April). - **Tulip Exhibition**: March 17 to April 30 (I visited on March 19, and only a small portion were in bloom. If you want to see a large expanse of tulips, you'll need to wait until April). --- **II. Transportation Guide** - **Subway**: Take Line 1 to Tiananmen West Station, Exit B. Walk 5 minutes to the south gate of the park (recommended! Avoids security checks on Chang'an Avenue). - **Bus**: Take Bus No. 1, 5, 52, etc. to Zhongshan Park Station. - **Driving**: Parking around the park is difficult. It is recommended to park in the underground parking lot of the National Centre for the Performing Arts (about a 10-minute walk). *Note: Bring your ID card. Park tickets must be booked 1 day in advance on the "Changyou Park" WeChat official account (10 yuan/person, half price for students).* --- **III. Magnolia Viewing Route** 1. **Huifang Garden** (core area) - Several century-old white magnolias in the ancient courtyard, with low-hanging branches within reach, complement the blue bricks and gray tiles, creating a strong Beijing flavor. - *Photography Tip*: Fewer people in the early morning. Wear Hanfu or light-colored dresses, and use the corridors for framing. 2. **South Side of the Altar of Earth and Harvests** - Purple magnolias set against red walls and glazed tiles, exuding a rich royal atmosphere. Suitable for shooting upwards to avoid crowds. 3. **West Side of Zhongshan Hall** - Several tall Yulan magnolias (pink and white gradient), with flowers and leaves blooming together, offer a unique charm. --- **IV. Tulip Exhibition Highlights** - **Around Tanghuawu**: The main exhibition area, with over 200,000 tulips forming a rainbow flower belt. Varieties include the rare "Black Parrot" and "Flaming Parrot" double-petal exotic flowers. - **South Gate Entrance Plaza**: Giant flower bed designs (past themes include windmills and Peking Opera masks), suitable for aerial panoramic shots. - **Near Mei Garden**: Tulips interspersed with February orchids and crabapple blossoms, creating a natural and wild atmosphere. *Tip: The light is soft after 4pm, and backlighting creates a stunning translucent effect on the petals.* --- **V. Practical Tips** 1. **Avoid Peak Hours**: Weekends and holidays from 9:00-15:00 have the highest visitor flow. It is recommended to visit before 8:00 am or on a working day. 2. Be sure to bring your ID card, as there will be security checks around the area. --- **Spring waits for no one. Grab this guide and set off now to experience the limited-time blossoms by the Forbidden City!** 🌸🌷

#chinatransit Even on a tight schedule in Beijing, two cultural landmarks stand out as absolute must-visits. National Centre for the Performing Arts (The Egg): With its futuristic, egg-shaped design and shimmering titanium façade, this architectural marvel is more than just a theater—it’s a symbol of modern Beijing. Inside, world-class performances and acoustically impressive halls transport visitors into a realm where art and innovation blend seamlessly. Zhongshan Concert Hall: Just a short distance away, the Zhongshan Concert Hall offers a refined cultural experience. Its elegant design, rich in classical details, provides a striking contrast to the modernity of its counterpart. Here, classical music performances and intimate recitals echo the city’s deep artistic heritage, making it a perfect stop for any transit traveler looking to immerse in Beijing’s vibrant cultural scene. Whether you’re captivated by contemporary brilliance or classic elegance, these two venues offer a quick yet enriching dive into Beijing’s dynamic arts and culture scene during your transit.

The best place to view tulips in Beijing in spring is Zhongshan Park. 🌸【Flower viewing highlights】 ✅ The park is shaded by ancient trees, creating a perfect natural studio for tulips, which is very suitable for taking pictures in different light. ✅ There are many varieties of tulips, almost every color is available, very photogenic. ✅ In addition to tulips, you can also go to Huifang Garden and Tanghuawu. There are dozens of varieties of orchids in Huifang Garden, and Tanghuawu was a former greenhouse with dazzling flowers. 📸 【Photography Tips】 🔸 Enter Zhongshan Park from the West Gate or South Gate, which is closest to the tulips, but there are more people. Go to the north gate, where there are the least tourists. 🔸 Because tulips are relatively short, it is better to squat down to take photos, and it is easier to take pictures. 🔸 Dutch windmill scenic area, giant wooden windmill on the west side of the park, the light and shadow are best at 4 pm. 🔸 Hanfu round fan is easier to take pictures under the red wall. 🔸 When taking photos, please stand outside the railings and do not step into the tulips. Enjoy the flowers in a civilized manner. 👗【Outfit suggestions】 ✅Pure white/light blue clothes + pearl earrings ❌Avoid wearing red/purple (easy to clash with the color of the pattern) 📍Address: Nanchang Street, Dongcheng District. 🕒Time: 6:00-20:00 🎫 Ticket price: 3 yuan, free with Beijing Union Card.

During our visit to Beijing and passing by Zhongshan Park, we saw an advertisement about tulips blooming there and we decided to check it. The park was marvelous covered with tulips of different colors, especially I liked dark purple tulips. 💰 Tulip Flower Exhibition Adult Ticket price in 2024 was 10 yuan. 📅 When to see tulips blooming: second half of April #springwander

Beijing in spring🌸 is full of vitality.|||As the weather warms up, spring is coming☀️ I'm already looking forward to the scene of "flowers blooming in Beijing"🌺 According to the flowering season, I have compiled a list of hidden gem flower viewing spots in Beijing that I have visited in the past two years📷 Let's go see the flowers bloom together this spring! · 1️⃣Peach blossoms 🌸Flowering period: Early and mid-March Viewing locations: Sanlihe Park (peach blossoms by the river), Summer Palace (peach blossoms by the lake), Yuanmingyuan Park, Juyongguan Great Wall (flower sea train) 2️⃣Magnolia 🌸Flowering period: Mid-March Viewing locations: Zhongshan Park, Ditan Park (magnolias against red walls), Wanshou Temple 3️⃣Cherry blossoms 🌸Flowering period: Mid and late March Viewing locations: Yuyuantan Park, Xinghewan Park, Museum of Modern Chinese Literature, Side Park (double cherry blossoms in early April) 4️⃣Plum blossoms 🌸Flowering period: Late March Viewing locations: Ming City Wall Relics Park 5️⃣Apricot blossoms 🌸Flowering period: End of March Viewing locations: Youxian Mountain Hall in Zizhuyuan Park, Forbidden City 6️⃣Pear blossoms 🌸Flowering period: Early and mid-April Viewing locations: Zhihua Temple, Tuancheng Three Whites in Beihai Park, wild pears in Temple of Heaven 7️⃣Crabapple blossoms 🌸Flowering period: Early and mid-April Viewing locations: Wangjing Haitang Huaxi, Beixiaohe Park, Soong Ching-ling's Former Residence, Yuan Dadu City Wall Relics Park 8️⃣Tulips 🌸Flowering period: Mid-April Viewing locations: Zhongshan Park, Friendship Hotel, Chaoyang Park 9️⃣Peonies 🌸Flowering period: Mid-April Viewing locations: Imperial Ancestral Temple, Jingshan Park, Beijing Garden Expo Park 1️⃣0️⃣Wisteria 🌸Flowering period: Late April Viewing locations: Confucius Temple and Imperial College, Yuyuantan Park, Qijing Hutong 1️⃣1️⃣Rapeseed flowers 🌸Flowering period: Late April Viewing locations: Wenyu River Park (terraces), Beiwu Park 1️⃣2️⃣Chinese roses 🌸Flowering period: Early May Viewing locations: National Botanical Garden (flower sea), Solana Lifestyle Shopping Park (flower wall) 1️⃣3️⃣Roses 🌸Flowering period: Early May Viewing locations: Langyuan Vintage (flower wall), Qingfeng Park (railway roses), Olympic Forest Park North Garden (flower wall) 1️⃣4️⃣Hydrangeas 🌸Flowering period: Late May Viewing locations: Taoranting Park (by the water), Weigongcun (streetside), Wenyu River Park (flower sea) Looking forward to spring