28 kilometers outside Huairou's urban center, Xiangshui Lake has an area of 18 square kilometers. As a splendid, elegant attraction in Beijing's countryside, it brings together ancient grottos, mountains, rivers, springs, pools and waterfalls in one majestic natural valley.

Its steep mountains are abound with fruits and flowers. The flowers in the mountainous areas blossom in springtime, filling the area with floral beauty and fragrances. Tomb-sweeping Day is appcoaching, it is the best time to go for a spring outing and hiking. In addition, Xiangshui Lake's fame stems from the very source of its springs, where the water gushes forth with a sound like thunder. The crash can be heard a thousand meters away, garnering it with the name Xiangshui, or "Roaring Water Lake."

The service facilities of the scenic area are excellent. Visitors here dine on the healthy local specialties, tasting rainbow trout raised in spring water, and mint, basil, watercress, water celery and a range of other wild Chinese medicinal plants that fill the tables with delicious flavors. The rejuvenating effects of the fresh air and water here should not be overlooked, either.

Citizens of Beijing can buy the tickets at half price with their ID card and the price of a standard room for is as cheap as 100 RMB/night. All the foods are at 20% discount.

Standard day ticket: 32 RMB

Tel: 89602185/89602539

Address: Dazhenyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District