Beijing Xishan National Forest Park

　　    Beijing Xishan National Forest Park is situated in the Xiao Xishan area in the western suburbs of Beijing and is part of the Taihang Mountain range, covering a total area of 739.4 hectares. The park is adjacent to the West Fifth Ring Road, making it the closest national forest park to downtown Beijing. It was established on the foundation of the Beijing Xishan Experimental Forest Farm. In the early years of the People’s Republic of China, Xiao Xishan was barren, with desolate hills and a landscape ravaged by human activity. In 1952, Beijing began large-scale afforestation efforts in Xiao Xishan. After sixty years of dedicated planting, tending, and management by the forest farm, the lush green forests of today's Xiao Xishan were formed.

　　    The park’s zonal vegetation consists of temperate summer-green broadleaf forests, with a total of 517 plant species from 90 families. The diverse tree species and various mixed forests in Xiao Xishan create distinct, picturesque seasonal landscapes. In spring, peach and apricot blossoms cover the slopes, and the wild land turns green; in summer, dense woods provide cool shade; in autumn, red leaves resemble clouds, accompanied by refreshing autumn breezes; in winter, pines and cypresses remain evergreen, blanketed in silvery white.

　　    The park’s entrance area spans approximately 60 acres, where skilled artisans have crafted an integrated landscape of waterfalls, cascades, streams, and lakes through mountain shaping and water management. Within the park, various themed botanical areas and cultural landscapes such as the Peony Garden, Crape Myrtle Garden, Plum Garden, and Flower Stream have been developed along the mountain contours. Additionally, several forest health and leisure zones have been established. The lush forests and moist, clean air offer visitors an abundance of negative oxygen ions, creating a natural forest oxygen bar.

　　    The park is also home to numerous historical sites scattered throughout its grounds. These include ancient pilgrimage paths stretching for thousands of meters; watchtowers used by the Qing Dynasty’s Eight Banners Army for military drills; the Beihai Temple engraved with calligraphy by Emperor Shunzhi; as well as historical relics such as Fuhui Temple, Dizang Hall, Yao Yue Cave, Fangzhao, Yuanzhao, and Nianfo Bridge. Together, they form a unique cultural and historical landscape of the Western Hills.

　　    Beijing Xishan National Forest Park leverages its scenic resources, centering on forest culture, plant culture, landscape culture, and ecological culture. It continuously improves infrastructure and the landscape environment, striving to create an optimal environment for visitors and meet their growing needs for tourism, leisure, entertainment, fitness, and more.