Beihai Park
北海公园 · Shichahai Subdistrict
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Beihai Park1:56
Welcome to Beihai Park, an ancient oasis of tranquility and imperial splendor located in the very heart of Beijing. Its name, 'Beihai,' literally translates to 'Northern Sea,' a testament to the scale of the artificial lake that…
Listen in the app2The White Pagoda: Symbol of Unity1:38
We start our exploration at the highest point of Beihai Park: the White Pagoda on top of Jade Flower Island. Standing 35 meters tall, this elegant Tibetan-style stupa was built in 1651 during the Qing Dynasty. …
Listen in the app3The Nine Dragon Wall: Imperial Authority1:34
Descending from the hill and crossing to the north shore, we encounter the magnificent Nine Dragon Wall. Built in 1756, this is one of only three such imperial walls remaining in China. …
Listen in the app4The Five Dragon Pavilions: Elegance on Water1:30
Continuing along the north shore, we come to the Five Dragon Pavilions. Built in 1602 during the Ming Dynasty, these five interconnected pavilions stretch out over the lake like a series of lotus flowers. …
Listen in the app5The Circular City and the Jade Urn1:25
At the southern entrance of the park lies the 'Circular City' (Tuancheng). This unique architectural complex is essentially a high, circular wall that houses several ancient treasures. …
Listen in the app6Ching Shian Studio: The Summer Retreat1:17
Hidden on the eastern shore is the Ching Shian Studio, also known as the Studio of the Peaceful Heart. Built in 1757, this was intended to be a private summer retreat for the Qianlong Emperor. …
Listen in the app7Boating on the Northern Sea1:25
No visit to Beihai is complete without spending time on the lake itself. Boating has been a tradition here for centuries, originally enjoyed by emperors who would go fishing. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:12
As we conclude our tour of Beihai Park, take a final look at the White Pagoda reflecting in the still waters of the lake. We have walked the 'Northern Sea' of the Mongol khans and the Qing emperors, touched the glazed dragons of…
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What is Beihai Park?
Beihai Park 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 |
| Total length | 11 min 57 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 39.9244, 116.3831 |
| Last updated |
