Shichahai

Shichahai: The best-preserved place in Beijing

Shichahai is also known as "Shichahai" because there were originally ten Buddhist temples around it. The three seas are connected by waterways and it is one of the scenic spots in Yanjing.

There are many royal palaces and gardens around Shichahai. The alleys and courtyards constitute the customs and culture of old Beijing, as well as the history of old Beijing.

Houhai is the essence of Shichahai. The southern edge of Houhai has become a gathering place for bars, while the northern edge of Houhai retains more cultural history.

Shichahai Lakeside Greenway: With the completion of Qianhai and Houhai Greenways, the Shichahai Lakeside Greenway will be fully accessible during the National Day holiday in 2019.

Shichahai is adjacent to popular attractions such as Nanluoguxiang, Drum Tower, and Yandaixie Street.
The beauty of Shichahai lies in the sight of lotus flowers on a hot summer day, and in the laughter and play on the ice on a chilly winter day.
Although Shichahai is not a prominent place among the many scenic spots in Beijing, it is the place that best reflects the life of old Beijing. For Beijingers living here, Shichahai is the best place to go after dinner.
After visiting Nanluoguxiang, it is a great pleasure to visit Shichahai.

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.

Shichahai, a place with a slightly Zen-like name, has been the scene of many stories. Lao Fang and I walked along Shichahai, stopping and starting, enjoying the scenery with every step. The rickshaw drivers kept promoting the history of the place to tourists. There are guides who explain the history in every scenic spot in Beijing. If you like, you can hire one to accompany you for a whole morning.
Shichahai is very large and is divided into Qianhai, Houhai and Jishuitan. Lao Fang and I did not completely circle the entire Shichahai.

If you want to find a quieter place in Houhai, you might as well avoid the bustling bar street and go to the hutongs. The sunlight filters the vivid shadows of the trees on the big red door of the private courtyard, the big red wedding character at the entrance of the hutong still exudes festive warmth, the weeds on the eaves are as curious and daunting as the words "dangerous building", and people are cycling home on the stone road...
The autumn in Houhai is like a girl next door living in one’s heart. She is not as solemn as the autumn in the classical gardens, and she does not need makeup or fancy clothes. Admirers can look at her or chat with her freely, and inadvertently store her lovely plain face in their hearts.

Coming out of Prince Gong's Mansion is Shichahai. As the sun sets, the sky gradually darkens and the lights come on, the four of us take a walk along Shichahai. Beijing is still quite cold in the deep winter, but the night view is really beautiful. Shichahai is actually a commercial street with basically everything along the street. It is basically the same as Nanluoguxiang and Dashilan in Beijing. It is a must-visit place for tourists. It is not interesting to come during the day, but it is more interesting to come at night.

Shichahai in Beijing is a place I often go to. Shichahai in Beijing is a place you have to visit when you come to Beijing. It has its own characteristics in spring, summer, autumn and winter. You can have a good time in any season. In summer, lotus flowers are in full bloom in Shichahai, and cruise ships are rippling. It is a place to escape the summer heat. Entering the winter freezing period, Shichahai becomes an ice world and an entertainment venue for winter fun in Beijing. Especially during holidays, it is even more lively here. There are many tourists coming here to play, and the ice is very lively. That year I went to shoot ice skating, and I accidentally fell. Shichahai in winter is also a paradise for winter swimming enthusiasts. They break ice to swim and dive. To the south of Shichahai is Beihai Park, and to the north is Drum Tower, with convenient transportation.

Ice skating in Shichahai.
Leaving behind the beautiful scenery of the north, entering the streets and alleys of Beijingers, the ice lake of Shichahai is probably such a place to interpret the strong Beijing flavor. Veterans and novices can tell at a glance, and the surrounding masters are skating with heroic spirit, ups and downs, and hearty and exciting, which makes people can't help but admire. As the sun sets, one wave of people fades away, and the next wave of people rushes in, seeking excitement, which is undoubtedly the nature of Beijingers. The pleasant Beijing accent echoes in my ears, and the children's voice is expressed vividly. How can there be such a beautiful language in this world, comparable to the Wuyue dialect!
Ice skating, my first attempt in life, was a great experience. Although I didn't learn how to skate, I still felt the ultimate excitement and endless fun when I sat on the ice sled and slid on the ice. I picked up a small piece of ice in a corner and giggled happily. In the evening, when the sun was setting, the light shining on the ice looked particularly warm.
Shichahai is such a place that brings together foreign tourists and local natives to experience the real Beijing.

As soon as you enter Shichahai, you will see yellow hats everywhere, especially on the road leading to Prince Gong's Mansion and other scenic spots, you can hardly walk. Bypassing this area, the flow of people is much less, and it is quite pleasant to stroll along the river slowly, especially in sunny weather, it is very comfortable.

Grand Canal (Shichahai), Drum Tower, Deshengmen
Play time 1-2 hours
Shichahai Subway Station, shared bicycles
In the evening, we first walked along the Grand Canal, then went to the Bell and Drum Tower and had dinner. After dark, we went to Deshengmen to take pictures of the night view, and then returned to Shichahai Bar Street for a drink. It was beautiful.

On the way to Prince Gong's Mansion, you will meet
This place is called Lotus Market, but there are no lotus flowers, only newly sprouted willow trees. In the summer, when the lotus flowers bloom, they must be extremely beautiful. In the afternoon when the sun is shining, the rickshaw drivers are neatly lined up, which is also a scene on the streets of old Beijing.

Shichahai is a historical and cultural tourist scenic spot and a historical and cultural protection area in Beijing. It is located in Xicheng District, the central urban area of ​​the city, adjacent to the central axis of Beijing. The water area is 336,000 square meters, and it is connected to the waters of Zhongnanhai. It is the only open scenic spot with open water in Beijing's inner city. It is also the largest and most intact historical block in Beijing. It occupies a unique position in the history of Beijing's urban planning and construction. Shichahai Scenic Area has beautiful scenery and is known as the "Water Town in the North". Shichahai feels completely different during the day and at night, and tourists need to experience it.

The ancient water system of Beijing, according to legend, there were ten ancient temples along the lake in the early years, hence the name. Now there is a lotus market built by the lake, and an ancient temple, the Fire God Temple. In winter, this is one of the traditional ice skating rinks in old Beijing.

You can walk around Shichahai and when you are tired, you can find a shop to sit down and have afternoon tea. It is very pleasant.

I went there to check in and take photos. It's a subway exit, a small shopping mall with food and a place to stamp stamps. There are stamps for buildings on the central axis and consumption stamps.

Shichahai is a lake with clean and blue water.

A rare scenic spot in Beijing that does not require tickets, it is also very beautiful. There are many places to eat, drink and have fun around it.

It is so beautiful. It is hard to imagine that there is such a piece of pure land in the center of the bustling Beijing city.

In Beijing, this sea is a lake like any other place. A good place for a stroll.

The roads on both sides are under repair, and there is no place for pedestrians to walk. Maybe they want people to take a boat tour of the lake. The scenery is okay.

We went there in the winter of January 2015. It was frozen and we could skate on it.

Shichahai is very big and includes many places, so I don’t know how to evaluate it.

An open park like West Lake does not require tickets. You can take a break here after playing in the surrounding scenic spots. The lake is quite large, and there are fewer people rowing than the Beihai nearby. However, there are many tour groups on holidays, so there are too many people.

Shichahai in late spring is sunny and warm, making it a great place for a walk.

Shichahai includes the Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai (also known as Jishuitan) three waters and adjacent areas. It is commonly known as the "Hou Sanhai" in response to the "Front Three Seas". Shichahai is also written as "Shichahai" because there were originally ten Buddhist temples around it. Since the Qing Dynasty, it has become a place for recreation and summer vacation, and is one of the scenic spots in Beijing. Many ancient buildings in the Shichahai scenic area occupy an important position in the history of Beijing's urban construction and development and political and cultural history. The main representatives are Prince Gong's Mansion and Garden, Soong Ching Ling's Former Residence and Prince Chun's Mansion, Guo Moruo Memorial Hall, Bell and Drum Tower, Deshengmen Arrow Tower, Guanghua Temple, Huitong Temple, and Huixian Hall.
There is no ticket, it is an open park. It is very pleasant to sit in the music bar at night.
In winter, you can also skate and ride on an ice sled, which will bring back your childhood memories.

Shichahai is located in Xicheng District, the central urban area of ​​the city, adjacent to the central axis of Beijing. With a water area of ​​336,000 square meters, it is connected to the water area of ​​Zhongnanhai. It is the only open scenic spot with open water in Beijing's inner city, and it is also the largest and most intact historical block in Beijing.

Shichahai refers to the three lakes of Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai and the surrounding areas. It has a large expanse of beautiful lakes and is also a famous historical district in Beijing. Many celebrity residences, royal palaces and other historical sites are scattered among them, as well as various kinds of food close to the lives of ordinary people. Houhai Bar Street is a long-established resort for nightlife in Beijing.

We walked back to Deshengmen from the Great Wall and then to Shichahai. There is still a Jiangnan charm here, with white railings, green weeping willows, and small cruise ships occasionally passing by on the calm lake.

Cycling along Shichahai, passing by Prince Gong's Mansion and various bars, the "seaside" scenery is refreshing

The lights along the coast are super beautiful, perfect for a walk and a look at night.

We went ice skating in Shichahai. The ice skates and ice sled were separate. It cost 120 for two of us to ride the sled, which was a bit expensive, but it was quite interesting as people from the south had never played it. Everyone rode and slid around, with red flags waving all around. It was great for taking photos. It's a fun activity suitable for winter.

This place is perfect for afternoon and night time. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll along the beautiful lake, or sit by the lake and listen to music and enjoy the beautiful scenery, completely emptying yourself. Walking on the road, you will see the Peking Opera troupe or street art. If you are tired, you can find a bar or cafe nearby, order a drink, sit down and listen to music.

Shichahai is also called "Ten Chahais" because there were originally ten Buddhist temples around it. In addition to the large and beautiful lake surface, many celebrity residences, royal palaces and other historical sites are also scattered around.

The sunset at Shichahai is very beautiful.
Mainly because there are so many bars after dark.
Each of the backup singers has their own strengths.

The lake is named after the ten Buddhist temples that originally existed around it. In addition to the vast expanse of beautiful lake, many celebrity residences, royal palaces and other historical sites are also scattered around it.

Although there are also places to shop and eat, the most famous thing is the bar at night. You can take a boat trip on the lake during the day.

The streets of old Beijing, where many of the old Beijing traditions are reflected

Walking along the shore of Shichahai to find the post office to send postcards, strolling along the lake is really comfortable and enjoyable, and it is very suitable for visiting the park after dinner.

Actually there is nothing to visit, it is just a park, a bit like Huiyuan and Xiangyang Park in Xiangyang~

There are many bars here, and the nightlife is well-known nationwide, but I am not very interested in bars and nightlife. I just come here to feel the atmosphere of Shichahai. Compared with Yandaixie Street, Shichahai still has a lot of tourists.

It is the most Beijing-style place in Beijing, and the base camp for the "Hutong Tour" business. I think walking in the Shichahai and Houhai areas can give you a better experience of the local customs. If you are tired, you can buy a fire-baked bread in the hutong and eat it with Beibingyang.

From the archway of Yandaixie Street, you can reach Shichahai. On the left is Qianhai, and on the right is Houhai. If I remember correctly, I heard that the night view here is more beautiful.

Beautiful, beautiful, rare scenery

Shichahai actually consists of Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. On the night we arrived, we tasted delicious food at Zangsu Restaurant next to Houhai. The price was not cheap and all the ingredients were vegetarian. A vegetarian dish made of white meat hanging outside the French window attracted many foreigners to take photos.

It is a place where natural landscapes and cultural sites complement each other. It is worth walking slowly and savoring it carefully.

Shichahai refers to the three waters of Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai (also known as Jishuitan) and the surrounding areas, commonly known as the "Hou Sanhai", which corresponds to the "Qian Sanhai" (Nanhai, Zhonghai and Beihai). In fact, it is the six lakes in Beijing. In this season of Beijing, there is a thick layer of ice on the surface of the water, which is the most Beijing-flavored season of Shichahai, with skaters all over the lake. In my childhood memories, the film and television dramas that depict the lives of young people in Beijing always have scenes of skating and clapping at Shichahai. Wandering along the lake, there are people playing music and juggling nearby... It's very lively. I walked from Qianhai to Houhai, and from Houhai to Xihai. The ice on the surface of Xihai Lake is also very thick, and I didn't need to buy a ticket, so I finally got on the ice and experienced the feeling of being a Beijinger.

Shichahai at night is a different scene than at sunset.
Walking along the lake, listening to the music coming from the various small bars on the roadside, the whole journey is very lively.

I remember walking around Houhai with my friend for a short while, and it was so ecstatic. So this time I decided to take my mother on a rickshaw tour. The route was a round trip plus a hutong tour. The price was reasonable for two people, and the driver would also act as a tour guide, and the explanation was quite interesting. In short, it was a labor-saving and interesting way to visit~

Watching people skating on the river is magical for people from the south. After shopping, it is nice to take a break in the sun with the local grandmas. It is quite comfortable. ~1.28

You can take a boat or ride a bike in Shichahai. I didn't take a boat because I've taken a boat many times. However, taking a nap on the boat with the breeze of Shichahai seems to be a good choice~

Shichahai got its name from the many temples around it. It takes more than an hour to walk through it. There is a saying that Shichahai came first, and then Beijing. Ducks swim on the lake, locals also swim, and many people fish on the shore. In winter, this place becomes an ice rink for Beijingers.

Walking deeper into the lake, you will feel as if you have stumbled upon a paradise. The dusk at Shichahai is enchantingly beautiful, with catkins swaying in the wind in the cold winter, the lake surface calm, and the reflections like a painting.

The entire Shichahai area is divided into Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. Daytime and nighttime are completely different. I have seen the hustle and bustle of Houhai Bar Street at night, and also experienced the tranquility of Qianhai in the morning. I also visited the surrounding hutongs along the way. Lotus Market, Jinding Bridge, Yinding Bridge, Yaer Hutong, Ganlu Hutong, Soong Ching Ling's Former Residence, Wild Duck Island, Yangfang Hutong, Liuyin Street, Prince Gong's Mansion, Xiaoxiangfeng Hutong, Guo Moruo's Former Residence.

Shichahai, I always feel that this place is not very simple. I haven't been there, or maybe I have been there but I just don't know it. Many place names in Beijing make me dizzy, maybe because of its long history, or because it has changed so fast and so big, so I like to read things about old Beijing, such as Liulichang, Dashilan, Dongsi, Xisi, Lama Temple, and the various alleys, and the quadrangle that you never get tired of. Beijingers always like to use erhua when speaking, so I will just use it when writing this, and let everyone feel the atmosphere of Beijing.
Now let's get to the point. Shichahai consists of Qianhai, Houhai, Xihai and scenic spots along the coast. As for the origin of its name, the program introduced two: the first is a legend. It is said that in the Ming Dynasty, there was a living god of wealth in the capital named Shen Wansan. Although he was called the living god of wealth, he was dressed in rags and had no money, but he knew that there was money buried there. And he would not tell others easily, and he would only tell others when he was beaten. At that time, Yan Wang Zhu Di built the capital in Beijing and wanted to build Beijing City, but the treasury was empty. So an eunuch told Yan Wang Zhu Di about Shen Wansan. Zhu Di heard it well, so he summoned Shen Wansan and asked him where the silver was. As a result, he didn't say it, so he asked people to beat him. After the beating, he said I said it. So Yan Wang Zhu Di sent people to follow him to dig for silver. He arrived at the present Jishuitan area and said that there was silver there. As a result, ten pits of silver were dug out from there. Later, a big pit appeared there. When it rained, water accumulated there. People called it "Shijiaohai". Later, people called it "Shichahai" because it was easy to pronounce. Another theory is that there were ten temples around Shichahai a long time ago, so it was called "Shichahai". People asked why it was not called "Shisihai" or "Shimiaohai". Why was it called "Shichahai". It turns out that the temple and the temple in this temple are different. The temple worships Sakyamuni from India, while the temple worships Chinese gods or respected people. Some temples, like family temples, worship their own ancestors and predecessors. The word "Cha" means both temple and second, so it is called "Shichahai". But why is it "Shi" instead of "Shi"? The explanation is very simple. Because there are temples around Shichahai, and the temples are of different types. For example, there are all kinds of ancestral temples, shrines and temples in the temples, just like assorted types. So Shichahai does not use the word "Shi" but "Shi".
If you come to Old Beijing, you must come to Shichahai. If you come to Houhai, you must come to Yinhai. Yinhai is a cultural homestay space hidden in Houhai. There are accommodations, activities and activities. If you are holding a meeting, you must come, haha. Contact, contact, bring friends to keep in touch, and ask Brother Jie for discounts in Yinhai. 13121222005 haha

We visited Shichahai for two days during the seven-day trip. I came alone on the first day, but Shichahai is too long and I didn't want to walk alone. Of course, there are rickshaws, but I prefer to ride, so I rode with my classmates on the last day. Shichahai is very beautiful, and there are a few people swimming in the sea. It was almost the Dragon Boat Festival, and I could see several rows of boats rehearsing rowing. Shichahai is very close to Nanluoguxiang and Prince Gong's Mansion, so those who choose this route usually go together~

Walking east from the gate of Prince Gong's Mansion, you will arrive at the famous Shichahai Lake, which has a bit of the flavor of the Little West Lake in the south of the Yangtze River. There is a famous bar street on the shore of Shichahai Lake, but I don't know if I found the right location or what, several bars and restaurants around it have been closed, and it seems that they have not been open for a long time.
The weather was cool that day and it was pleasant to walk along the lake.

There are many things to visit in the Shichahai area, mainly bars and the like, as well as various cafes.

Shichahai is not far from Prince Gong's Mansion, and there is also a famous bar street, which is quite lively at night.

Shichahai is very big, including Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. I just took a look at Houhai, which is just a big lake. The weather is bad and there is nothing to see. In winter, Shichahai freezes over and you can skate and ride on ice.

There are many tourists, and there are ancient cultural shops, snack streets and bars on both sides of the water.

Shichahai is located in the central urban area of ​​Beijing, including Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. We walked along the way. I heard that the water was frozen in previous years and ice activities could be carried out on it. This year, when we saw it, the ice had melted halfway. We walked slowly along the waterside to feel the slow life in Beijing. The environment is beautiful, not many people, and as night falls, the night lights are lit around, which is very beautiful.

Houhai may be a must-visit attraction for tourists, but for old Beijingers, it is just a place where they live. The weather in early autumn is pleasant, and many passers-by are seen walking or sitting on the roadside.

Shichahai is located next to Beihai. Houhai is part of Shichahai. Shichahai is not a sea in the general sense.

Like the West Lake in Hangzhou, it is integrated into people's lives, full of spring.

Shichahai is a street of bars that is a bit more bourgeois, and it has quite a feel to it.
We arrived at sunset and walked around the Houhai Lake. There were many places to take photos. We also tried Beijing's famous copper pot hot pot there, which was quite satisfactory.

很漂亮，值得去，不過我是在白天去的，晚上的酒吧街是如可我不清楚

Shichahai is a landmark of Beijing and a representative of old Beijing. It is connected to Beihai, Jingshan and the Forbidden City. It is the rich area of ​​old Beijing. In ancient times, it was inhabited by princes and ministers, and in modern times, it is inhabited by scholars. It is different from the urban life of the southern part of Beijing. Shichahai is full of childhood memories of our previous generation. Swimming in summer and skating in winter. The nearby Gulou Street is the earliest fashion place in Beijing. It has the latest foreign trade clothing and leather shoes. If you wear them while walking in the alley, bad boys will take the initiative to chat with you. Such girls are called nuts.
Shichahai is a bit impetuous now. There are bars next to each other on both sides of the sea, and there are resident singers at all times of the day and night. It is no longer quiet. The quality of bars has also declined a lot compared with previous years. They are only successful in prime locations with constant flow of people. If I could still recommend one or two bars a few years ago, I have not been to any bars now. The food is just so-so and a bit expensive. The better ones are the barbecue season. It is recommended to go further away. Yaoji Chaogan and Xianlaoman in Gulou, Huguosi snacks in Di'anmen, or Nanmen Shabu-shabu near Andingmen, which are a little further away, are more Beijing-style.
I usually visit Qianhai, Houhai, Yandaixie Street, Prince Gong's Mansion, and Nanluoguxiang. I can just pass through Yandaixie Street quickly. It was OK a few years ago, but now it's not interesting at all. There are many snacks in Nanluoguxiang, which is the same as snack streets in other parts of the country. There are so many people. I prefer to walk in the small alleys next to it. The alleys are connected in all directions, so I don't have to worry about getting lost. It's quiet and simple inside, and it would be even better if there were no parked cars.

Shichahai and its surroundings are the best choice for experiencing the style of old Beijing. I went there in winter and saw many people skating in Houhai and Shichahai. My friend is from the south and has never skated on an ice sled, so he watched excitedly for a long time.

Shichahai is also written as "Shichahai". There were originally ten Buddhist temples around it, so it was called this. With the development of time, the West Sea, the Back Sea and the Front Sea gradually formed, and the three seas were connected by waterways. Since the Qing Dynasty, it has become a place for recreation and summer vacation. The three seas are rippling with blue waves, the willows on the shore are lush, and the distant mountains are beautiful. The scenery is beautiful and is one of the scenic spots in Yanjing. Today, it still preserves the very rare historical features of natural landscapes and cultural sites complementing each other. The former residence of Soong Ching Ling, the former residence of Guo Moruo, the garden of Prince Gong's Mansion, Guanghua Temple, the Temple of the God of Fire, the Bell and Drum Tower and the Yinding Bridge and other historical sites have embellished Shichahai beautifully.

Shichahai is also written as "Shichahai". There were originally ten Buddhist temples around it, so it was called this. With the development of time, the West Sea, the Back Sea and the Front Sea gradually formed, and the three seas were connected by waterways. Since the Qing Dynasty, it has become a place for recreation and summer vacation. The three seas are rippling with blue waves, the willows on the shore are lush, and the distant mountains are beautiful. The scenery is beautiful and is one of the scenic spots in Yanjing. Today, it still preserves the very rare historical features of natural landscapes and cultural sites complementing each other. The former residence of Soong Ching Ling, the former residence of Guo Moruo, the garden of Prince Gong's Mansion, Guanghua Temple, the Temple of the God of Fire, the Bell and Drum Tower and the Yinding Bridge and other historical sites have embellished Shichahai beautifully.

Shichahai is named after the ten Buddhist temples that originally existed around it. In fact, it is a large cultural tourism area, including Prince Gong's Mansion. Its water area is divided into Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. The first artificial lake you see when walking from Prince Gong's Mansion is Qianhai.
Keep walking forward and you will see a stone bridge shaped like a silver ingot - the Yinding Bridge.
It straddles Qianhai and Houhai, and finding it means finding Houhai. Actually, I can't tell the difference between it and Qianhai. The reason why Houhai is more famous is mainly because of the bar street here? I have no interest in bars, so I took a few photos and walked into the alley.

As a historical block, it occupies a unique position in the history of Beijing's urban planning and construction.
Tickets: Free
Opening hours: Open all day
Address: Yangfang Hutong, Xicheng District, Beijing
Transportation: Walking
In winter, the ice rink in Shichahai is the busiest place. Admission is 80 yuan.

Located in the northwest of the central axis of Beijing, many ancient buildings have played an important role in the history of Beijing's urban construction and development and political and cultural history. The main representatives are Prince Gong's Mansion and Garden, Soong Ching Ling's Former Residence and Prince Chun's Mansion, Guo Moruo Memorial Hall, Bell and Drum Tower, etc. There is also the "Yinding Guanshan", which is known as one of the "Eight Small Scenic Spots of Yanjing". It is one of the must-see attractions for tourists to Beijing.

Let more tourists approach Shichahai, understand Shichahai, and taste the thousand-year-old historical charm of Shichahai. Through "tourism, learn about the history of Shichahai and feel the hutong culture of Shichahai.

The 13th stop of the 2017 Spring Festival Beijing Free Tour, February 1 (the fifth day of the first lunar month), it is said that the hutongs in Houhai are the most beautiful in Beijing. Later, I looked at other places and it was indeed the case. In winter, Houhai freezes and becomes an ice rink. At night, both sides of Houhai are full of lights and wine, and they are all bar streets. Since there is no archway with Shichahai and Houhai written on it, it is easy to find. After a round of walking, there is nothing to see, so I left disappointed. I met a local resident and asked her if this is Shichahai and Houhai? She said it was categorically, and like me, she was also quite dissatisfied with the high commercialization of Houhai.