If you’re visiting Beijing in the summer, the thought of standing in line under the blazing sun to climb the Great Wall during the day might indeed make you think twice. But the good news is, this summer, you can experience the Great Wall in a whole new way—by visiting…
Beihai Park is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Beijing during spring, especially from mid-March to early April, when the park is ablaze with spring colors and exudes the unique charm of an imperial garden. Having lived in Beijing for over a decade and visited Beihai Park…
Every spring, at the foot of the Juyongguan Great Wall in Beijing, a train winds its way through a sea of pink and white blossoms, becoming the city’s most popular photo spot.
Beijing’s 2026 Spring Flower Viewing Guide is here to help you plan your perfect spring outing. Despite recent snow, the city is gearing up for its most beautiful blooming season.
The chilly winds of February have passed, and March brings Beijing its most beautiful season—spring. As warm breezes sweep through ancient streets and alleys, the entire city will be enveloped in a sea of blossoms.
Beijing’s winters are long, with cold temperatures, strong winds, and short daylight hours. Yet, in this season, a collection of cozy shops connects to form a charming hutong route perfect for a stroll.
When visiting Beijing in winter, besides exploring the Forbidden City and hiking the Great Wall, there’s an unmissable natural wonder taking place in the mountain valleys of the suburbs—the ice falls.
Want to experience the traditional festive atmosphere and daily life of old Beijing in winter? The area surrounding the White Dagoba (Báitǎ Sì) in Beijing’s Xicheng District is a perfect choice.
Beijing’s Xiangshan Park is most famous to many visitors for its autumn, when the entire mountain forest is bathed in fall colors, resembling a magnificent oil painting. However, Xiangshan offers more than just red leaves.
