From Wei Ying Hutong in Xuanwumen, you can enjoy beautiful flowers on the hiking route through Bingbuwa Hutong and finally to Qianmen Sanlihe Park.
First of all, Wei Ying Hutong, Xuanwu Gate, located in the east of Xuanwu Gate Inner Street, has a long history and unique customs. In spring, peach blossoms are in full bloom, and the pink petals that come to my face fall with the wind, showing a picturesque scenery. It is in harmony with the ancient buildings on both sides, emitting a quaint and full of Beijing characteristics.
Followed by the Ministry of War Valley Hutong, small and lovely, close to Xuanwu Gate. In spring, the magnolia flowers here are like clouds. The tall and straight magnolia trees are full of flowers as white as jade, emitting elegant fragrance. Wandering among them, feel these beautiful flowers at close range and appreciate the unique historical charm of Hutong.
Finally, we arrived at our destination-Qianmen Sanlihe Park. This ancient and pleasant park is famous for its natural environment and long history. In spring, peach blossoms bloom in the park, forming a pink ocean. You can walk on the grassy lawn, or walk by the lake and feel the beauty of peace and harmony. In addition, there are some ancient buildings and cultural attractions in the park, such as the archway in the Ming Dynasty and the ancient well in the Qing Dynasty, so that you can enjoy flowers and immerse yourself in the charm of history.
In short, this hiking route allows you to cross hutongs and parks and enjoy the unique spring scenery in Beijing. Peach blossom, magnolia and hutong architecture complement each other and are intoxicating. Don't miss the peach blossom period in the middle and late March every year, and have an unforgettable trip to the sea of flowers!
It doesn't matter if you miss the peach blossom season, there is also a tour route here! April is also very suitable. This tour route is called "3-hour walk in Beijing Park". The whole journey is about 6.5 kilometers, and there is no turning back. The following is an introduction to each site:
Station 1: Xihai Wetland Park
Xihai Wetland Park is a part of Shichahai, located between Houhai and Qianhai. Relatively speaking, there are fewer tourists and it is quiet. There are many kinds of vegetation here, and all kinds of flowers will bloom in turn in spring. No matter where you go, you won't miss the beautiful scenery. There is also Shichahai Park nearby where we can go shopping together.
Second stop: Beihai Park.
Walk two or three hundred meters west from Shichahai Park to the entrance of Beihai Park. At present, it is the tourist season. Tickets 10 yuan. Pass to 20 yuan, you can visit the royal buildings in Qing Dynasty, such as the White Pagoda and the Nine Dragon Wall. Beihai Park also shows a typical royal garden style. All kinds of plants are strewn at random, spring is blooming, and it's very lively.
Third stop: Sishiku Church
From Beihai Park, you can walk about one kilometer to Xishiku Church. The Chinese rose flowers around the church are blooming beautifully. You can enjoy flowers, listen to melodious music and smell the flowers at the seaside. Who doesn't like such beautiful spring? From Xishiku Church, you can continue to walk to Xisi, and there are many delicious foods to choose from around. You can also take subway line 4, and the traffic is very convenient.