Liuyin Park柳荫公园

Liuyin is one of Beijing’s less visited parks, for the most part because it’s possible to pass by the park without even realizing that it is there (see directions). Situated just south of the third ring road it’s enjoyed by residents of the Anzhen and Andingmen areas, and the fact that the park has secluded and peaceful spots aplenty makes it popular with young Chinese couples.

Despite the parks rather small (17 hectare) area it is quite easy to find yourself lost when exploring its many paths, and to spend a good three quarters of an hour just taking in the sights and wandering around the lakes. More accessible than Purple Bamboo Park, Liu Yin offers many of its sibling's charms, on a smaller scale.

Liuyin Park柳荫公园

Address: 8 Huangsi Dajie, Andingmen Wai, Dongcheng District, Beijing 北京市东城区安外黄寺大街8号

Telephone: 010 - 8411 3699

Transportation: Subway line 2 to Andingmen and turn left at the last junction of Andingmen Wai Dajie. The entrance to the park is at the end of an alley opposite the Santosa tea house. The area can also be reached by Bus No. 104 and 108.

Price: 1 RMB