Baiwangshan Forest Park, 3 kilometers north of the famous Summer
Palace, offers an excellent view of enchanting red leaves in
autumn. Situated in Haidian District, this park occupies an area of
more than 130 hectares (320 acres), with some 95 percent covered by
various plants and trees.
Each autumn the mountain is beautifully decorated with splendid red
foliage. The common smoke tree is the main species, while the
intoxicating red leaves on the torch trees resemble countless
burning torches on the mountain. Here, the autumnal shades are
special for several reasons. The park has a great variety of trees,
including a large quantity of mature maples. Besides, the
geographical location of the park offers a superb habitat for these
trees.
After the first frost in September, the red
leaves will be even more charming. Sauntering through the
enchanting park, you will feel as if you are wreathed in a red
mist. While seen from a pavilion located on the mountain peak, the
red leaves look like numerous unfolding umbrellas. If you come just
at sunset, the bewitching red leaves make a fine contrast with the
glow of the setting sun.
Along the slope of the mountain, vast stone
forests come into view with stele pavilions, stele corridors, and
poetry walls. Roaming on this land of rich artistic features, one
can appreciate over 1,000 pieces of work by Chinese leaders,
reputed public figures and noted artists. Among them, a stele
pavilion was built in 1993 in commemoration of the 100th
Anniversary of Chairman Mao. The white marble tablet in the
pavilion bears Chairman Mao's inscriptions on both sides.
A memorial hall in the park tells the story of
over 200 revolutionary martyrs, and has a collection of precious
photos, and letters of the forerunners. Besides, there are other
places of historical interest, as a Sh'e Temple, which is in memory
of an outstanding heroine in the Northern Song Dynasty
(960-1127).
The park also offers tourists various
activities, like rock-climbing, orienteering, and a music bar on
the top of the mountain. Twelve different rock-climbing routes,
ranging from easy to difficult, provide for the enjoyment of those
who love this sport.
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Admission Fee:
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CNY 6
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Opening Hours:
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08:00-17:00
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Bus Route:
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330, 633, 716, 718, 752, 909, 968, Te 4 (?4), Te 6 (?6)
directly to the Baiwangshan Forest Park
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