Attraction location: Jiuyuan Village, Mentougou District, Beijing...
Built during the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty and recently renovated, the temple is surrounded by scenic spots such as the Hundred Flowers Spirit Spring, Jade Water Gate, Flying Furnace Revelation, Wobbling Stone, and Sword Testing Stone. The popular local legend of Princess Hundred Flowers adds a layer of mystique to this mountain. Location: Qingshui Town, Mentougou District, Beijing…
Zhou Ziqi (November 17, 1869 – October 21, 1923), courtesy name Zimou, was a native of Dangshan County, Shandong Province. In his early years, he studied at the Beijing Tongwen Guan (School of Combined Learning) and later pursued further studies at Columbia University in the United States. In April 1922, he served as Acting Premier of the Cabinet and concurrently as Minister of Education. From June 2 to 11, he also acted as...
Attraction Location: Lujia Tan Village, Tanzhe Temple Town, Mentougou District, Beijing…
Attraction location: Huījīntuó, Mentougou District, Beijing, China…
Lianshi Lake Park is located along the Lianshi section of the Yongding River at Sandiankou. It lies to the south of Shougang Corporation and is an open wetland park — a free countryside park. It’s quite relaxing to come here on a day off to unwind. Location: Yongding River section, Shijingshan District, Mentougou District, Beijing, south of Shougang Corporation Admission: Free…
The Yanhecheng Great Wall was first built during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty and is located in Yanhecheng Village, Yanhecheng Township, Mentougou District. The ancient town still retains its old city walls, an ancient theater stage, and some exquisite historic buildings. It is approximately 420 meters long from east to west and about 300 meters long from north to south, with gates on the east and west sides. The east gate is called "Wan’an Gate," and the west gate is called "Yongsheng Gate." The east gate has been destroyed, …
The Wealthy Family Courtyard is the highest-elevation residence in Cuandixia Village. It features staggered levels and courtyards within courtyards. Though not very large, it has a refined layout. It is said that the ancestors came from Shanxi, and some ancient relics are displayed on the upper floor. Many visitors take photos in the main hall. On both sides are two very small rooms, which seem to also have a cellar. The stone walls...
Golden Toad Mountain is located to the south of Cuandixia Village, very close to the village. The viewing platform on the mountain offers the best spot to capture a panoramic view of the Cuandixia village, especially enchanting at sunrise or sunset. Suggested duration: 2 hours Admission: Free Opening hours: Open all day Location: Within the Cuandixia Scenic Area, Zhaitang Town, Mentougou District, Beijing…
Guangliang Courtyard is located in Cuandixia Village, Mentougou District, Beijing. Situated at the highest point along the ancient village’s central axis, it is the most prestigious courtyard among the village’s traditional siheyuan (courtyard houses). Built in the early Qing Dynasty, the courtyard underwent varying degrees of renovation during the late Qing period and the Republican era.
The Immortal Cave of Huaiyu is considered one of the major karst caves in Beijing. It is located on the mountainside a few hundred meters north of Huaiyu Village, surrounded by exposed rock faces from nearby quarrying operations. The Immortal Cave is also known as Jianyang Cave. There used to be a small temple next to the cave, but it no longer exists. At the cave entrance, there is an artificially built gateway. The cave extends dozens of meters deep, with a spacious bottom that can accommodate hundreds of people. Because...
The Office of the Glazed Tile Kiln Factory of the Qing Dynasty Ministry of Works is located in Liuliqi Village, Longquan Town, Mentougou District. It is listed as one of the eighth batch of municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Beijing. This was the supervisory production agency established by the Ministry of Works during the Qing Dynasty. During the Qianlong period, the imperial glazed tile kilns were relocated to this village. The glazed architectural components for important buildings in Beijing were all fired here. This office served as the official residence and administrative site for the supervising officials of the Ministry of Works...
The former site of Tianli Coal Mine is located at Courtyards 73, 75, and 77 on Zhongjie Street, Sanjiadian Village, Mentougou District. It is listed as part of the sixth batch of municipal-level cultural heritage conservation units in Beijing. Constructed during the Xianfeng era of the Qing Dynasty, it covers an area of approximately 0.35 hectares, with 73 rooms and 14 gateways. The main buildings and layout of the courtyards are well-preserved, featuring exquisite brick carvings. During the Daoguang era...
The Monument to the Martyrs of Wanping County Who Sacrificed Their Lives in the War of Resistance Against Japan is located at Zhaitang Middle School and is listed as part of the fifth batch of municipal cultural heritage protection units in Beijing. The monument was built during the War of Resistance Against Japan and features a square, double-eaved, four-gate pagoda-style structure. It stands 8.75 meters tall in total, with four arched openings at the base. Embedded in these arches are stone tablets inscribed with the monument’s name and the...
The Sanguan Pavilion Overpass is located in Liuli Canal Township, Longquan Town, and is among the fourth batch of municipal-level cultural heritage sites in Beijing. It was built in the 21st year of the Qianlong reign during the Qing Dynasty (1756) and renovated during the Guangxu era. The structure faces east-west, resembling a city gate tower, with coiled dragon ornaments on both ends of the main ridge. The upward-facing dragons are uniquely shaped, and the center of the ridge features an elephant carrying a treasure vase. Beneath the pavilion is a passageway arch...
Yongding River Culture Museum
The Summer Palace is the largest and best-preserved imperial garden existing in China and one of the Four Great Classical Gardens of China (the other three being the Mountain Resort in Chengde, the Humble Administrator’s Garden in Suzhou, and the Lingering Garden in Suzhou). Located in Haidian District, Beijing, about 15 kilometers from downtown Beijing, it covers an area of approximately 290 hectares. Built on the bases of Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill and modeled after the scenery of West Lake in Hangzhou...
Yuanmingyuan is located in Haidian District in the western suburbs of Beijing, adjacent to the Summer Palace. It was first built in the 46th year of Emperor Kangxi’s reign (1709) and is also known as the “Three Gardens of Yuanmingyuan,” referring collectively to Yuanmingyuan and its two subsidiary gardens, Changchunyuan (Garden of Eternal Spring) and Wanchunyuan (Garden of Ten Thousand Springs). As an imperial garden in the style of a temporary palace during the Qing Dynasty, it covered an area of 350 hectares (over 5,200 acres), including approximately…
Fragrant Hills Park is located on the eastern foothills of the Western Hills range in the northwestern suburbs of Beijing, about 20 kilometers from the city center. Covering an area of 188 hectares and standing at an elevation of 575 meters, it is a renowned large-scale mountain forest park with the distinctive features of an imperial garden. The park was first built in 1186 during the 26th year of the Dading era of the Jin Dynasty, boasting a history of over 800 years. The Yuan, Ming...
The China Central Television Tower stands 386.5 meters tall, reaching a total height of 405 meters including the lightning rod, and weighs 50,000 metric tons. This multifunctional, modern landmark building can broadcast 8 TV channels and 10 radio channels, and also serves as a unique entertainment, sightseeing, and shopping destination. With its elegant exterior and distinctive shape, at a height of 238 meters on the tower, there is an observation deck designed to resemble…