Shichahai
什刹海 · Shichahai Subdistrict
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Shichahai
Welcome to Shih-cha-high, often referred to as the 'Back Sea' of Beijing. This area is a scholarly treasure, representing the 'best-preserved landscape of Old Beijing.' While the Forbidden City represents the formal, imperial…
Listen in the app2The Fire God Temple — A Taoist Spiritual Oasis
Our exploration begins at the Fire God Temple, or Huoshen Miao. The sources emphasize this as a 'beautiful temple' that is 'worth a few minutes' of your time. …
Listen in the app3The Three Lakes — Houhai, Qianhai, and Xihai
Shih-cha-high is composed of three interconnected lakes: Que-yen-high (Front Sea), Ho-high (Back Sea), and Shee-high (West Sea). The sources note that the area is 'often known as Ho-high,' which is just one part of the trio. …
Listen in the app4The Hutongs — The Labyrinth of Local Life
Branching off from the lakes are the Hutongs, the 'old city lanes and courtyards' that are 'all over the city.' The sources describe these as 'narrow streets' where you will find 'shops and restaurants but also residences.' To a…
Listen in the app5Lotus Lane and the Bar Scene — Beijing's Sleepless Night
As night falls, Shih-cha-high undergoes a 'mesmerizing play of lights' and becomes 'sleepless.' The area around Lotus Lane is famous for its 'vibrant bar scene,' where 'classics and modernism settle forward to charming sushi'—or…
Listen in the app6Prince Gong's Mansion — The Peak of Imperial Luxury
Near the western edge of the lakes lies Prince Goon's Mansion, arguably the most 'extravagant' private residence in Beijing. The sources describe it as a 'famous historical relic' that is 'surrounded by famous historical relics.'…
Listen in the app7The Silver Ingot Bridge — The View of the Western Hills
We conclude our journey at the Yinding Bridge, or the 'Silver Ingot Bridge.' This small stone bridge connects Que-yen-high and Ho-high and is famous for its 'phenomenal views.' On a clear day, the sources suggest you can see the…
Listen in the app8Closing
Our tour of Shih-cha-high has taken us from the 'spiritual oasis' of the Fire God Temple to the 'vibrant metropolitan' energy of the bar street. We have seen how this district serves as the 'best-preserved landscape of Old…
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What is Shichahai?
Shichahai is a place in Shichahai Subdistrict with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Shichahai Subdistrict |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 39.9380, 116.3871 |
| Last updated |
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