Houhai Park

Houhai Park is located in Xicheng District. It is part of Shichahai and is known as the "Four Seas" together with Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai. Houhai Park is famous for its beautiful natural scenery and rich historical and cultural heritage. It is a famous tourist attraction in Beijing. There are many historical buildings and cultural relics around Houhai, such as Prince Gong's Mansion, Soong Ching Ling's Former Residence, Bell and Drum Tower, etc. It was once a gathering place for nobles and literati in the Qing Dynasty, and it retains many features of old Beijing. It is recommended to go there in the evening, so that you can enjoy the scenery during the day and experience the lively atmosphere at night. If you have enough time, you can combine it with the surrounding attractions such as Prince Gong's Mansion and Nanluoguxiang to visit.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai, between Qianhai and Xihai. Houhai is a place where old Beijingers gather and relax. The old Beijing houses on the shore, the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities all exude the infinite charm of Beijing flavor and history. In spring, the blue sky is clear, the warm wind blows, the flowers bloom, and the wild ducks play in the water. The scenery of Houhai is picturesque and makes people linger!

Houhai Park is a picturesque historical and cultural scenic spot in Beijing, located in the northwest of Shichahai. The lake here is wide and open, surrounded by ancient alleys and traditional Beijing buildings. In terms of scenery, Houhai Park has rich natural landscapes, lush greenery in summer, and ice skating can be seen on the ice in winter, presenting a unique charm in different seasons.

This time when I went to Beijing, I went to Houhai Park at night. It was super lively here at night.
There are a lot of people along the river, all in bars and the like. It feels very lively. You can find a place to sit, drink and chat.

Beijing Houhai Park is a very charming place with many features:

Beautiful scenery

- Natural scenery: The lake is wide and open, with lush greenery in summer, willows swaying in the wind and sparkling on the lake surface. In winter, people can skate on the ice, showing the unique charm of different seasons.
- Humanistic landscape: This is a part of Shichahai, surrounded by ancient alleys and traditional Beijing buildings. Former residences of celebrities are hidden among them, such as the former residence of Soong Ching Ling, Prince Chun's Mansion, etc. There are also many bars, which add popularity to the night.

Profound historical and cultural heritage

The street structure of Houhai was formed in the Yuan Dynasty. It was the terminus of grain transport at that time and was known as the "Ancient Seaport of Beijing". There is a saying that "Shichahai came first, and Beijing city came later". The numerous royal palaces, former residences, and temples in the surrounding area carry rich historical and cultural connotations.

Rich leisure and entertainment

- Walking and Fitness: This is the favorite place for Beijing uncles to take a stroll and play chess. There are also fitness equipment and table tennis tables for people to exercise daily.
- Boat trip experience: You can choose to take a boat trip to visit Shichahai and enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river from the water.
- Food enjoyment: There are many time-honored restaurants and snack stalls around, such as Kaorouji and Nanmen Shabu-shabu, where you can taste traditional Beijing food such as noodles with soybean paste, fried tripe, Wenyu cheese, etc.
- Bar nightlife: The bars by the lake are bustling at night. You can drink and chat with friends, enjoy the night view, and feel the nightlife atmosphere of Beijing.

Convenient transportation

Located in Xicheng District, the center of Beijing, it is accessible by Metro Line 6 Beihai North Station and Line 8 Shichahai Station. There are many bus routes nearby, so please pay attention to parking issues if you drive.

Free admission

As an open park, no tickets are required and you can visit at any time, which is very cost-effective.

As an old Beijinger, I happened to visit the famous Houhai Lake in Beijing on a summer day when a heavy rain was about to come. I was amazed by the beautiful scenery with rippling blue waves, blooming lotus flowers, and ancient charm that resembled a small town in the south of the Yangtze River, but also full of Beijing characteristics.
No wonder so many outsiders flock here. Not only can they enjoy the beautiful scenery, but they can also take a rickshaw to tour the hutongs. It's such a pleasure!

People are always willing to tell stories because only they themselves in the stories are poetic.
I write in my room every night, and always start reading novels after finishing a few pages. I don’t remember any novels that left a deep impression on me, but over the years, whenever the weather turns like winter, I will think of a plot in the book, where a man and his good friend were sitting in the frozen Houhai Park and talking. There were not many people around them. The two of them sat together, looking at the white Houhai Sea.

A free attraction hidden in Beijing's hutongs.
 
As summer approaches, there is a great place to cool off in Beijing. Entering through a cluster of old Beijing courtyards in Xicheng District, you will suddenly see an artificial lake. This is the famous "Houhai" in Beijing. As part of Shichahai, Houhai was full of restaurants and shops along the lake in ancient times. Today, there are still restaurants and performances. If you look carefully, you can also find mouth-watering Beijing delicacies in the alleys.
 
It is said that Houhai Lake and its surrounding buildings were built in the Yuan Dynasty, so it is a place with a long history. Today, it exudes more of the leisure of "Beihai Park". You can rent a boat and drift in the lake, which is very pleasant.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai. Shichahai consists of three water bodies: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. In order to distinguish it from the "front three seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai, it is called "the back three seas". Houhai starts from Di'anmenwai Street in the east, ends at Xinjiekou Street in the west, starts from Ping'an Street in the south, and ends at the North Second Ring Road in the north. It has a total area of ​​146.7 hectares, of which 34 hectares are water and 11.5 hectares are green. This is an ancient water area in Beijing 700 years ago during the Yuan Dynasty.

The sky is clear, the lake is clean, the waves are rippling, and there are shadows of boats on the lake. Walking along the shore, there is a gentle breeze and willow branches fluttering in the wind. On this hot summer day, you can feel a cool feeling.

Houhai is a component of Shichahai. Shichahai, which is composed of Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai, is called the "Hou Sanhai" to distinguish it from the "Front Three Seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai.

Looking at Houhai from another angle is also very beautiful. And I like the name Hou, Houhai, Houjie, Houhou, which all have the effect of slowing down one step and making it seem like a hundred steps. It is said that Mongolians and Yunnan people call larger lakes "hai", such as Shichahai, Zhonghai, Nanhai, Houhai, and Erhai in Yunnan, which are all named in this way.

A century of history in Tianjin, a thousand years of history in Beijing——A 12-day trip to Tianjin and Beijing in summer
Beijing Day 17-Shichahai 5
Shichahai is a good place to visit the old alleys. The alleys are densely distributed around, and you don't need a driver to take you around. It's also very interesting to walk slowly by yourself.
The names of the hutongs are also very interesting, such as Yaer Hutong and Maoer Hutong. Many of them have erhua sounds, and it is said that they all have their origins. You can learn about the stories behind them.
Shichahai Lake in autumn looks a bit desolate, with weeping willows drooping by the lake. Despite this, many people come to stroll by the lake.
Along Shichahai, there are many small shops with Beijing characteristics. You can pull up a small stool and sit down to eat a bowl of fried tripe noodles at any time. Shichahai is the busiest at night. Under the night sky, the bars are brightly lit and the Beijing shabu-shabu hotpot restaurants also start to line up.
The weather was cold, so no one was taking a boat trip on the lake. However, many people were jogging along the lake in the morning. Cars were not allowed to enter, so the lake remained quiet.
We just wandered around the small alleys nearby. The buildings here revealed the vicissitudes of the past. There seemed to be a story behind each gate, which made people think a lot.

In the first year of Shunzhi (1644), the Qing Dynasty established its capital in Beijing. The inner city was governed by different banners. Today, Houhai Park in the Shichahai area belongs to the Zhenghuang Banner. Shichahai was dredged in the 27th year of Kangxi (1688). After the founding of New China in 1949, the Beijing Municipal Government carried out dredging work on Shichahai and built cement railings on the shore. In 1992, the Beijing Municipal Government designated it as a historical and cultural scenic area.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai. Shichahai consists of three water bodies: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. In order to distinguish it from the "front three seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai, it is called "the back three seas". Houhai starts from Di'anmenwai Street in the east, ends at Xinjiekou Street in the west, starts from Ping'an Street in the south, and ends at the North Second Ring Road in the north. It has a total area of ​​146.7 hectares, of which 34 hectares are water and 11.5 hectares are green. This is an ancient water area in Beijing 700 years ago during the Yuan Dynasty.
Houhai was one of the basic projects of the planning and design of the Yuan Dynasty capital in the 13th century. The area around Shichahai has been a prosperous commercial district of the capital since the Yuan Dynasty. It was the end point of the canal transportation at that time and was called the "Ancient Seaport of Beijing". At that time, there were restaurants, singing stages, shops and workshops along the coast. Houhai is a leisurely place with water and mountains, willows brushing the shore. The houses and residents on the shore, the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities have laid out the infinite charm of Beijing flavor and history. People come here just to still hear the crisp insects in autumn, still see the miniature of the old Beijing courtyard building complex, and still chew the royal legacy that has long gone. Houhai is a long-standing famous place for summer heat relief and entertainment in old Beijing. The snacks hidden in the alleys are full of the smell of fried tripe, stewed pork, and enema, and the tempting sour bean juice flows.

Houhai in Beijing is not a sea, but a lake, and is part of Shichahai. Here you can visit Prince Gong's Mansion, Yinding Bridge, Yandaixie Street, Nanluoguxiang, Lotus Market, and Wild Duck Island. You can also go to Huguo Temple to eat snacks, and go to Bar Street to drink and watch the night view of Beijing. Houhai is a good place to experience the culture and characteristics of old Beijing and cultivate sentiment. Houhai is actually a part of Beijing's Shichahai Scenic Area, and Houhai can also refer to the entire Shichahai Scenic Area. Shichahai Scenic Area is not fun, but it is not only completely free, but also has a cultural atmosphere. You can visit Prince Gong's Mansion, Yinding Bridge, Yandaixie Street, Nanluoguxiang, Lotus Market, Bar Street, Wild Duck Island, Huguo Temple Snack Street, etc. in the surrounding area. You can row and swim in the water, go to bars on the shore, and participate in the old Beijing Hutong tour. Coming to Shichahai is to see history, culture, customs, and characteristics, increase knowledge, and cultivate sentiment. It is the first choice for tourists with cultural taste. Huguosi Snack Street is a gathering place for Beijing's special snacks. It is also located in the surrounding area of ​​Shichahai. Its east entrance is not far from the west side of Houhai, walking south from Deshengmen Inner Street. It is full of Beijing's special snacks. You can also enter Huguosi Snack Street from the west entrance near Ping'anli, and walk out from the east entrance of Denei Street after eating. About one or two stops north, you can see a small stone bridge. Go down the slope eastward from the north side of the small stone bridge, go north and east along the lakeside, and you will reach Houhai and Houhai Bar Street. There are also Jiumen Snacks, where Beijing's time-honored snacks are gathered. Go down from the south side of the small stone bridge, along the lake to the east, and you will see Houhai's famous Wild Duck Island. Going east from Houhai is the Drum Tower. Going east along Drum Tower East Street, about one stop away, you will find Nanluoguxiang, which is also a representative of the old Beijing Hutongs. It is also full of various small shops selling various small gadgets. Yes, this is where you want to go. Nanluoguxiang is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Beijing. It is the only chessboard-style traditional residential area in my country that has completely preserved the texture of the Yuan Dynasty hutong courtyards, and is the largest, highest-grade, and most resource-rich. Now it has become another bar street in Beijing after Sanlitun and Shichahai. Some people say that Sanlitun Bar Street is colorful, Shichahai Bar Street is dark red, and Nanluoguxiang Bar Street is emerald green. Such comments may not only refer to the natural colors, but also to their different cultural connotations. Every hutong here has a rich cultural heritage, and every courtyard tells an old story. People who miss old Beijing like this place because it has the most authentic Beijing flavor. From generals of the Ming Dynasty to the last empress of the Qing Dynasty, from literary masters to painting masters, every house here has countless romantic figures; blue-eyed and white-skinned foreigners like this place because it has their usual elegant mood and romantic feelings. "Elsewhere", "Meeting Love at the Corner", "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter", "Ghost Taste", just hearing the names of the shops makes people yearn for it. Outside the door is the dust of the past in the ancient Chinese alleys, and inside the door is the familiar Blue Mountain coffee and gin. It seems that you are wandering in the time where ancient and modern times intersect, and feel the passionate collision of tradition and fashion in the space where Chinese and Western styles are combined. It is so contradictory, but it is so...

Summer evening at Houhai, Beijing
After a few days of showers, Beijing's blue sky and white clouds reappeared. I was busy eating a bowl of old Beijing noodles with soybean paste before I came to enjoy the sunset at Beijing Houhai. Beijing Houhai is called "sea", but it is actually one of the basic projects of the planning and design of Yuan Dadu in the 13th century. The waters here pass through Beihai Park and connect to the dragon vein of the Forbidden City. It has been regarded as a Feng Shui treasure land since ancient times. Therefore, monks of all dynasties built temples here. There were originally ten Buddhist temples around it, so it was called Shichahai. As the saying goes, "Shichahai came first, and then Beijing City". Princes and ministers also liked to build palaces and gardens on the shore, and celebrities also moved to the lakeside, such as Prince Gong's Mansion and Garden, Soong Ching Ling's Former Residence and Prince Chun's Mansion, Guo Moruo Memorial Hall, etc. Houhai Lake in Beijing is part of Shichahai Lake. I like to stroll along the shore, watching the willow leaves swaying gently in the wind, and I like to watch the water and the mountains across the water. This is a place for nearby residents to relax after dinner. Some fly kites, some listen to music and dance. I still walk along the lake, watching the ducks playing in the water and the various cruise ships rowing back and forth. When I was looking up to admire the clouds, I saw foreign friends upstairs watching the scenery on the shore. I suddenly remembered the song "You stand on the bridge to watch the scenery, and the people watching the scenery look at you upstairs. The bright moon decorates your window, and you decorate other people's dreams." Interesting!

The scenery is picturesque, especially the "cool wind blowing in our faces" in "Let's Row the Boat", which is true. We went there in the afternoon and returned in the evening. The weather was particularly clear, whether it was the blue sky or the full moon, I was extremely satisfied!

Houhai is not a sea, but a part of Shichahai. People who come to visit Prince Gong's Mansion will visit Houhai. It was already afternoon when we came out of Prince Gong's Mansion. We first went to the South Gate of Houhai to get a number for hotpot, and then went shopping. I feel that an indispensable activity in Beijing is to visit the hutongs, and Houhai is a classic place to stroll. I found that many small shops here are more literary and artistic, selling some special and creative handicrafts, which are very suitable for people who like to relax and stroll around. You may find some interesting new things at any time~

I can't remember how many times I've been to Houhai. It seems like every time I come to the capital, I have to go here. It's not that I love it too much, but I always appear here, whether it's winter or summer.
I've drunk wine, eaten fried tripe, watched performances, ice skated, and taken the silliest tourist photos here.
By this calculation, there are quite a few memories of this place.

It's free. It's my family's back garden. I grew up here. A lot of bars opened here 20 years ago, making the originally peaceful Houhai a lot more chaotic. You don't have to take a tricycle. Just walk around and you will know what old Beijing is like.

You can go shopping for leisure. Prince Gong's Mansion is nearby. I went there at about 6 o'clock. The bar had already started singing. I walked around the alley behind. It felt good. It was interesting to listen to Beijingers chatting in Beijing dialect.

Houhai is Houhai. In the old Beijing concept, it is a residential area, but now it is called a park and bar street. The old houses are scattered, but the flowers planted by someone are still pretty. I walked to Deshengmen.

Walk into Shichahai and feel the old Beijing. Shichahai consists of Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. Houhai Park has pleasant scenery, the lake is clean and wide, boating on the lake, rickshaws coming and going by the lake, and tourists walking at a slow pace, which is very pleasant.

Beijing's Houhai Park is actually an extension of Beihai Park, passing through Shichahai, Houhai and Xihai, an open water area in the urban area. Along the two sides of the Houhai waters, there is Beijing's hutong culture, many famous Beijing snacks and bars.

Houhai Park is part of Beijing Shichahai. It is an open area and is open to the public free of charge. It is close to Nanluoguxiang and Beihai Park. It is more suitable to come here in the afternoon and evening. Take a stroll along the lake and enjoy the charming scenery.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai, and Houhai Park is an open area surrounding Houhai. There are abundant green plants, wide waters and rows of alleys here, where former residences of celebrities are hidden, and numerous bars add popularity to the night. The street and lane structure of Houhai was first formed in the Yuan Dynasty. It was the end point of the canal transportation at that time and was called "the ancient seaport of Beijing". Today, Houhai is a leisurely place with water and mountains, weeping willows brushing the shore, and the houses and residents on the shore, the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities, which give it the infinite charm of Beijing flavor and history.

Turning from Houhai to Jingshan, there are beautiful scenery along the way. The lotus flowers are in full bloom and the willows by the lake are still green. The Garden Hotel next to Jingshan is a nice courtyard where people can experience the feeling of living under the imperial city.

At dusk
After visiting the ancient ruins of the Grand Canal
Come to the romantic Houhai
At this time, the lights are on
The reflection in the water is beautiful.
Houhai is famous for its bars
On a cold winter night in the bleak off-season
There are very few guests.
After dinner, take a walk along the shore of Houhai
There is no sense of history of Beijing's ancient capital
Completely commercialized
Don't eat here if you can avoid it.
Unless you are very rich

The hotel is near Houhai Lake. I went there at night. There were a lot of foreigners in the bar and food street. I rode a shared bicycle around Houhai Lake for a short distance. There were many big trees in the middle that almost blocked the road.

I think Houhai, Shichahai and Beihai are places that I can never visit enough. Whenever I go there, I will find something new: the scenery in spring, the water in summer, the wind in autumn, the ice in winter. The bustling crowds are all a spectacle.

In late autumn, people tend to be nostalgic, and finding the shadow of Houhai is always the wish of Beijingers. Today, the autumn here is very strong and very quiet. Take a walk to find the old Beijing style, and you can really see the ancient streets exuding the atmosphere and flavor that have been deposited for thousands of years.

Houhai Park in Shichahai Scenic Area has a profound historical and cultural heritage, with more than 40 cultural relics protection sites, accounting for more than one-third of Xicheng District. In history, there were more than 30 palaces, temples, and nunneries built in this area, and more than 10 of them still exist.

Five-star praise, if the scenery at the foot of Beijing's imperial city is not good, the emperor would not choose this place. In spring, everything is green and not cold, so everything is very, very comfortable, and there are not many people. It is the unique comfort of old Beijing

Houhai is not a sea. It stretches from Di'anmenwai Street in the east to Xinjiekou Street in the west, from Ping'an Street in the south to North Second Ring Road in the north. It has a total area of ​​146.7 hectares, of which 34 hectares are water and 11.5 hectares are green.

Although Houhai Park is free, there are rickshaw services along the way. We went there during the National Day holiday and the fee was 80 yuan per person. They said they would go around Shichahai and then give some explanations. I personally think it is a huge profit.

Beijing Houhai is part of Shichahai, a leisurely place with water and mountains and willows swaying on the banks. The houses and residents on the shore, the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities add to the infinite charm of Beijing flavor and history.
At present, Houhai is synonymous with bars.

Houhai is located in Xicheng District, the center of Beijing. Houhai is a part of Shichahai. Shichahai consists of three water bodies: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. In order to distinguish it from the "front three seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai, it is called "the back three seas". Houhai starts from Di'anmenwai Street in the east, ends at Xinjiekou Street in the west, starts from Ping'an Street in the south, and ends at the North Second Ring Road in the north. It has a total area of ​​146.7 hectares, of which 34 hectares are water and 11.5 hectares are green. This is an ancient water area in Beijing 700 years ago during the Yuan Dynasty.

Beijing's Houhai seems to be the business card of Beijing's nightlife. When the lights come on, the quaint alleys become lively, songs waft out of bars one after another, and various snack shops are crowded. Young people after work flock here, as well as many tourists. You can rent a bicycle to ride around both sides of Houhai, and you will see many former residences of celebrities. You can stop at the door of a bar and listen to the singing of the resident singers, walk across Yandaixie Street and stand on Yinding Bridge, watch the willows on both sides swaying in the wind, and the lights are dim. The night view of Houhai is really charming.

Houhai Park is an important part of Shichahai. It has pleasant scenery and a strong commercial atmosphere. It is the essence of the old Beijing Hutong. You need to walk or use a human-powered tricycle to get around. Since the nearby streets are very interesting, try to reserve half a day to visit. In addition to the scenery, there are many delicious foods here, and the prices are moderate, but there will be more people eating here.

Houhai is a leisurely place with water and mountains, willows brushing the shore, and the houses and residents on the shore, the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities, which give it the infinite charm of Beijing flavor and history. People come here just to still hear the crisp chirping of insects in autumn, still see the miniature of the old Beijing courtyard buildings, and still savor the royal legacy that has long gone.

Beijing is already in late autumn at the end of October, with a chill coming from all directions. Fortunately, under the sun during the day, you can still feel the warmth. The autumn in Houhai is even more beautiful, with golden ginkgo leaves floating on the branches and streets, which is really beautiful.

Shichahai consists of three parts: Qianhai, Houhai, and Xihai. It is said that this place was very prosperous a long time ago. Nowadays, the Beijing cultural atmosphere is very strong here, with elderly people chatting in Beijing accent, mixed with the smell of Beijing fried tripe and so on. A very good public park

Located in Xicheng District, the center of Beijing, it is combined with Qianhai Park and Xihai Park to form Shichahai Park. It has the famous Houhai Bar. Nearby are many attractions such as Yandaixie Street, Drum Tower, Nanluo, Beihai Park, Prince Gong's Mansion, etc., which attracts a large number of tourists.

It is a place worth visiting. Walking along the guardrail, you will see all kinds of people and bars around. You can't help but stop and listen to the beautiful singing of the resident singers. It is really beautiful. It is a good place to relax after dinner.

Houhai is a place in the middle of Shichahai. When tourists enter Shichahai from many places, Houhai is often the first place they enter.
Houhai is also the most lively place in Shichahai. People come here through the alleys. The coast is lined with various shops. There is also a park here. The old courtyard buildings can be visited. This is a long-renowned summer resort and entertainment place in old Beijing.

Houhai Park in Shichahai Scenic Area has a large number of typical alleys and courtyards, such as the Big and Small Jinsi Hutongs in the Jinsitao area, the South and North Guanfang Hutongs, the Yaer Hutong on the north edge of Houhai, and the Baimi Hutong. Houhai has beautiful scenery.

I came to Houhai Park when I had nothing to do. The weather was nice and sunny. Beijing is still a little hot in this season, but there were not many people. Everyone was relaxed and the children were playing. It felt like summer!

Right next to the Summer Palace, there is also a bar next to Houhai where you can have fun.

The beauty of Houhai lies in its ever-changing beauty, with different views in all four seasons. Summer brings the most tourists and the shore is the busiest. Autumn is much quieter than summer, with a more bleak autumn wind, a deserted shore and stronger wind.

In the urban area of ​​Beijing, the scenery of Houhai has always been loved by tourists from all over the world. In the Beijing dialect and rhythm, there is also the gracefulness and delicacy of the Jiangnan water town. Small bridges, flowing water, and houses, weeping willows swaying in various shapes, tourists boating on the water will temporarily forget that they are in the north.

The scenery in the park is pretty good. As such a large reservoir, it is a bit scary to walk around in the middle of the night, but the surrounding environment is still pretty good. Well, it is more suitable for couples to come and take a look.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai. Shichahai consists of three water bodies: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. In order to distinguish it from the "front three seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai, it is called "Hou Sanhai". It is recommended that you visit it at night, as the night view is more beautiful.

【Scenery】Nice
[Fun] Very good
[Cost-effective] High

After heavy rainfall in Beijing, the sky cleared up and I went to Houhai for a stroll early in the morning before work. There were not many tourists in the early morning, only residents living nearby came for morning exercises and walks, and I had breakfast at Li Ji.

Houhai Park is an important part of Shichahai and is the place with the most old Beijing style. It is rare to have such a wide body of water in the center of Beijing. It is not only beautiful and picturesque, but also full of beauty and charm.

I like the bustling Houhai. From summer to winter, from day to night, it is always quiet and bustling. In summer, walking along the Houhai Sea, looking at the calm water, passing by several bars playing music, the scenery is beautiful and the mood is also very good.

Nowadays, people come to Houhai not to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Most of them are young people who come here in the evening for the bar culture. In fact, it is better to enjoy the scenery when the sun sets.

Houhai Park was a landmark park that was particularly popular in the past few years. There is a song called Houhai Bar which is about this place. It is said to be a sea, but it is actually a huge artificial lake. It is actually quite nice to take a slow walk here at night.

A famous leisure and entertainment tourist attraction in Beijing, it is close to Di'anmen and Nanluoguxiang, Beihai Park, Drum Tower, former residences of celebrities, historical sites, old Beijing style, hutong courtyards, Wanghai Tower, Lotus Market, Yinding Bridge, bars, special snacks, and handicraft shops.

Houhai is part of the famous Shichahai scenic spot. Houhai Park is an open area with shady trees, lush plants, wide water, old Beijing-style alleys, celebrity residences, and bars with bright lights at night. It has become a good place for people to take a leisurely stroll, enjoy the scenery, and experience the charm of the capital.

Houhai is part of Beijing's famous Shichahai Scenic Area, with rich historical and cultural heritage, old Beijing style, cultural relics and historical sites, Yinding Bridge, Prince Gong's Mansion, Lotus Market, Yandaixie Street, etc., as well as fashionable bars, time-honored gourmet restaurants and traditional snacks.

Houhai is very beautiful, especially in autumn. I don’t know why the colors of Beijing only bloom with bright colors and show the most beautiful postures in this season.

It rained all morning and the sky started to clear up at noon, so I strolled to Houhai Lake. The lotus flowers are in bloom now, more people come here to play, and various restaurants have started to open one after another.

It's a pretty good place. There's not much water in Beijing, so this place has a lot of tourists. You can ride a bike, and there are boats on the lake for rafting. The scenery is nice when I went there in the afternoon. It's very popular and quite interesting!

As the weather warms up, more and more tourists come to Houhai, and you can see many decorations full of the flavor of the New Year and the festive atmosphere. The decorative paintings on the roadside introduce the ice and snow sports and history of old Beijing.

Houhai not only has bars, but also beautiful parks. Take a walk around the lake in the morning. The air is fresh and the scenery is beautiful, which makes people feel good all day. The surrounding bars also have their own characteristics.

Houhai Park is next to Shichahai. In the past, people who came to hang out in bars or visit Beihai Park would come here to hang out. Some people fly kites and do square dances. There are no travel agencies this year, and the clematis planted by the uncles has bloomed!

Houhai Park is a national AAAA scenic spot. The park is sparsely populated, has beautiful scenery, and is open to the public free of charge. During busy periods, travel agencies often bring groups here. The best season to visit is from April to June.

Houhai during the day and at night have different flavors. If you come to Houhai at night, in addition to the bar street, the lights in the distance look a little mysterious, which is indeed very suitable for night photography.

Houhai is a vast body of water in the center of Beijing. Its unique Beijing style attracts tourists from all over the country. The scenery is varied and different in all four seasons of the year.

From the outside, the whole place is quite nice to stroll around, especially at night when it is very peaceful. Looking at the quiet sea, you will feel really happy. It is actually a relatively large lake.

A good place in Beijing to enjoy the leisure time here with wild ducks swimming among the green willows in spring

Houhai is not a sea, but a lake. There are many historical and cultural sites here. Song Meiling once lived here. Now it has gradually developed into a bar street with rich nightlife, just beside the lake.

When I came to Houhai in the chilly spring, the lake was frozen and a little deserted. When the spring comes and the flowers or lotus flowers bloom, I will take a leisurely trip to the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities, and look for the endless charm of Beijing flavor and history.

The scenery here is beautiful and the place is not big. My child and I walked around in the afternoon for about an hour. There is a wild duck island by the lake, which the children like very much. Because we had to catch the bus, we didn't enjoy the night view, which was a bit regrettable.

I love Houhai Park so much. After a busy day at work, I can linger in Houhai Park, enjoy the breeze, and see people playing ball, exercising, chatting, and taking walks. It's so pleasant! This is exactly the life we ​​yearn for!

Houhai changes its appearance as soon as the snow falls. The atmosphere of the imperial city is immediately highlighted. The bricks and tiles, the tranquility wrapped in light snow, and the hustle and bustle of the city are completely frozen.

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Houhai Park is a very famous place in Beijing. Many Beijingers have Houhai Park in their memories. It is a very nice place and can be visited for free. If you have time, you can go and have a look. I recommend it.

Houhai at night is more beautiful than during the day. There are many small shops next to the bar street, which are very interesting. There are not many people in the bar, but there are many people soliciting customers at the door.

Houhai was one of the basic projects of the planning and design of the Yuan Dynasty capital in the 13th century. The area around Shichahai has been a prosperous commercial district of the capital since the Yuan Dynasty. It was the end point of the canal transportation at that time and was called the "Ancient Seaport of Beijing". At that time, there were restaurants, singing stages, shops and workshops along the coast. Houhai is a leisurely place with water and mountains, willows brushing the shore. The houses and residents on the shore, the surrounding royal palaces and former residences of celebrities have laid out the infinite charm of Beijing flavor and history. People come here just to still hear the crisp insects in autumn, still see the miniature of the old Beijing courtyard building complex, and still chew the royal legacy that has long gone. Houhai is a long-standing famous place for summer heat relief and entertainment in old Beijing. The snacks hidden in the alleys are full of the smell of fried tripe, stewed pork, and enema, and the tempting sour bean juice flows.

Houhai is a particularly suitable place for strolling in Beijing. There are many people, but there is also a sense of tranquility in the hustle and bustle. It is especially suitable for finding a place near the water and sitting quietly. The bar street is a bit noisy at night, but fortunately the consumption is not high!

Houhai Park is opposite the north gate of Beihai Park. There is a sign for the Lotus Market and it is easily accessible by bus or subway. It is a good place for Beijing locals to do morning exercises and winter swimming. When night falls, various interesting bars and restaurants add a lot of color to the night here.

I came here after walking around the old Beijing Hutong. The scenery is beautiful, there are not many tourists, and it feels very comfortable under the shade of trees. Here, there is a courtyard of a wealthy family by the lake, and there is another one after a few steps. It must be great to live here.

Houhai Park has its beauty all year round. If you visit in winter, there are not too many tourists here. If it is in the evening, it is a sunny day to watch the sunset, which is really special and amazing. It is very lively here at night, and it is a famous bar street!

Beijing Houhai and Nanluoguxiang are connected, and there are many bars, cafes and various Internet celebrity check-in places. In midsummer, it is a pleasant experience to appreciate the lotus in Houhai. The lotus flowers are not stained by mud, and are not coquettish in the clear water. They bring a sense of peace in the heat.

I went there during the National Day holiday. There were fewer people during the day, but there should be more people at night. It's really rare. This should be one of the few places without being crowded. There is also the former residence of Soong Ching Ling next to it.

Shichahai is connected to Houhai Lake, and of course it is most beautiful in the evening under the setting sun. This is also a hutong area with many former residences of celebrities. Unfortunately, many of them are closed, and some of them are charged. Cycling around the lake is also a big circle.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai, where there are mountains and water, and willows brushing the shore. There are many historical buildings and former residences of celebrities around Houhai. You can quietly appreciate these cultural relics and buildings when you visit, and the natural scenery of mountains and rivers is also very good.

Houhai in Beijing is very famous. It is a part of Shichahai. Shichahai consists of three water bodies: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. Houhai is a bar street. It is very lively to visit Houhai at night!

Houhai is part of Shichahai. Compared with the bustling lotus market area in Qianhai, Houhai has relatively fewer people, a quieter environment and more beautiful scenery. In summer, there are too many people admiring the lotus in the lotus market, so you might as well come to Houhai to enjoy a quiet corner to admire the lotus.

Houhai Park is an open park with clean blue water, exquisitely carved snow-white fences, and a newly renovated lakeside trail. On one side is a bar with bright lights, and on the other side you can admire wild ducks swimming in the lake. The natural and humanistic atmosphere blend together in a harmonious, beautiful and pleasant atmosphere.

When the weather is fine and neither too hot nor too cold, you can walk or ride a tricycle in Houhai to experience the hutong culture of old Beijing. It is so pleasant to walk along the water, watch the sparkling waves and the bustling crowds.

Beijing Houhai is a part of Shichahai. Shichahai, which is composed of Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai, is called the "Hou Sanhai" to distinguish it from the "Front Three Seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai.

Houhai, there is no actual park area. It is located in Xicheng District, Beijing. It is an area of ​​Shichahai. Houhai is a well-known summer resort and entertainment place in old Beijing. There are many restaurants around it.

Houhai is a part of Shichahai in Xicheng District, Beijing. Shichahai consists of three water bodies: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. In order to distinguish it from the "front three seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai, it is called "the back three seas". Houhai starts from Di'anmenwai Street in the east, Xinjiekou Street in the west, and Ping'an Street in the south. Shichahai has beautiful scenery and is very photogenic. You can also visit the nearby Nanluoguxiang, Yandaixie Street and Prince Gong's Mansion scenic area. Generally speaking, the Shichahai Houhai scenic area is worth visiting.

Houhai is located in Xicheng District, Beijing. It is a part of Shichahai and consists of three water surfaces: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. In order to distinguish it from the "front three seas" of Beihai, Zhonghai and Nanhai, it is called the "back three seas". The lotus here is very beautiful.

It is quite rewarding to stroll around Houhai. At night, the lights on both sides are particularly soft, and I feel a sense of peace in the bustling Beijing. It is also nice to visit the museum.

I feel so good, I like it so much

Houhai is a clear lake that was exclusively used by the royal family in the old days. The lake is clear and quiet. When you go boating on the lake, the breeze blows on your face. From time to time, kayaks pass by, startling a few ducks. Willows sway on the shore, and lotus flowers bloom on the lake. It is leisurely and quiet. If you have time, you can also go to the Kongjiji Tang General Hall next to it.
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