01 Yuyuantan Park

Yuyuantan Park got its name from river. It was called Diaoyutai in the Liao and Jin Dynasties and was also called Yuyuantan in the Yuan Dynasty. Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty built a palace here.

In the Yuyuantan Park in winter, the reflection of lake light shows a peaceful scene. The swaying reed flowers embellish the park, and the mandarin ducks swim on the lake in pairs, becoming a vibrant landscape.

The sun shines on the steps by the lake through the reeds, and the wind blows gently. The light spots are playing hide and seek with the tourists.

At this time, although there are no cherry blossoms and lotus flowers in full bloom, it looks like a quiet and thick ink painting.

Address: No.10 West Third Ring Rd Middle, Haidian District, Beijing

02 Wenyu River Park

Located in the northeast of the capital and at the junction of Chaoyang, Shunyi and Changping, Wenyuhe Park is known as the largest “green lung” in the capital.

Wandering in Wenyu River Park, the rich habitats are constantly changing in front of us: sparse forests, dense forests, shrubs, grasslands, wetlands, waters, farmland, and beaches.

The biggest surprise of Wenyuhe Park is that it is not far from the city, but it seems particularly “wild”. 10% of Wenyuhe Park, covering an area of 30 square kilometers, is a natural zone. There are clear rivers, chirping birds, cicadas, more than 600 kinds of animals and plants, as well as 47 rare species of the country and Beijing in this park.

Address: South of the intersection of Laiguangying North Road and Binhe Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing

03 Lianhuachi Park

Lianhuachi Park is located in Fengtai District, close to Beijing West Railway Station, and is a first-class ancient ruins park in Beijing. It is the birthplace of Beijing City, enjoying a history of more than 3000 years.

Entering from the west gate of Lianhuachi Park, you can see a large area of water sparkling through the long path. Ducks swim leisurely on the water that reflects the shadow of trees on the bank. Under the blue sky and white clouds in winter, you can watch trains and feed wild ducks, and gradually feel the different charm of Beijing.

Wild ducks play in the water and magpies climb the branches. Although it is winter, the Lotus Pond Park is full of vitality and happiness.

Address: No. 38, Middle West Third Ring Road, Fengtai District, Beijing

04 Beijing Winter Olympic Park

Beijing Winter Olympic Park is located in the west of Shijingshan District, close to Yongding River, integrating the high-quality landscape resources and unique urban landscape of Shijingshan District.

As a city park with the theme of “Winter Olympics”, Beijing Winter Olympic Park has been designed with strong features of Winter Olympics and sports. A number of public art works of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games and the Winter Paralympic Games, which were publicly solicited from around the world, are also interspersed in the park scenic area, becoming a card to display the Winter Olympic culture, and also making the Beijing Winter Olympic Park an art corridor for the Winter Olympic culture.

Another highlight is the riverside marathon route that as long as 42 km, which passes through the ski jumping platform of Shougang, the new Shougang Bridge, Yongding River Leisure Forest Park, Lianshi Lake Park and other landscapes. The entire marathon route fully integrates Yongding River, Shijing Mountain, Shougang Plant, Winter Olympic Stadium and other elements, and is the first fully closed marathon route in Beijing.

Address: Hedi East Road, Shijingshan District, Beijing

Translator: SHI Meiling

Reviewer: ZHANG Ruochen