After the opening of the Moshikou Station on Line 11 of the subway, the journey from Moshikou in the north to New Shougang in the south takes only about 10 minutes. What are you waiting for? Experience the ice and snow at Shougang Park, appreciate the culture along the ancient road – start a one-stop mini vacation on weekends!
Day 1
Explore ice and snow: Shougang Park Winter Carnival
Local delicacies: Fahai Temple Fried Cake, Grandma's Kitchen
Accommodation in a courtyard: Fangdeng Bookstore & Liuru Hotel
Shougang Park Winter Carnival
The "Shougang Park Winter Carnival" has been held for two years, and the third edition for 2023-2024, themed "AI Integrated in Big Air, Have Fun in Winter Carnival," has undergone a brand new upgrade.
This carnival retains the coolest snow surfing event and introduces new and thrilling experiences such as snowfield CS (Counter-Strike) and snowfield shooting range.
As distinctive industrial relics, the cooling towers at Shougang will take on new roles this winter. One of the cooling towers has been transformed into a 1000-square-meter real ice rink, while the other has become the center for a technological metaverse, featuring three AI digital technology amusement projects. Visitors can experience lifelike digital technology effects and engage in virtual reality battles.
It's worth mentioning that this year's Winter Carnival has created a giant digital ancient dragon using Metaverse Mixed Reality (MR) technology. Visitors can scan a QR code with their smartphones to take a photo with the ancient dragon in the digital realm.
In addition, the "Shougang Park Winter Carnival" has three dining market areas, bringing together a quick flash street with delicious food, creative trendy items, and special purchases for the Spring Festival. Visitors can enjoy food and hot drinks without having to go far.
Address: 68 Shijingshan Road, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Fahai Temple Fried Cake
At the foot of Fahai Temple mountain, 'Fahai Temple Fried Cake' has become a snack landmark in Moshikou. In the past, Fahai Temple morning market was the largest morning market in Shijingshan District and even the entire western Beijing area, selling various delicacies. Fahai Temple Fried Cake was one of the popular stalls.
The fried cakes are divided into two types: the white ones made with sticky rice have a soft and sticky texture, while the golden ones made with yellow rice are rich and chewy. Enjoying the sweet fried cakes while strolling along this cultural ancient street, your steps can't help but become light and brisk.
In addition to selling fried cakes, the shop also offers fried sesame balls made with sticky rice, various flavors of pastries, all of which are delicious. (Friendly reminder: Some vendors may stop selling when items are sold out).
Address: 204 Moshikou Street, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Grandma's Kitchen
Having enjoyed the appetizer at Fahai Temple Fried Cake, you might want to treat yourself to a proper meal at Grandma's Kitchen.
Granda's Kitchen is a fusion of Chinese and American flavors, offering a variety of dishes such as pizza, steak, pasta, salads, and desserts that the whole family will love.
The cozy booths by the clear glass windows and the open-air terrace on the second floor are excellent spots for capturing memorable moments.
Address: 26 Moshiko Street, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Fandeng Bookstore and Liuru Hotel
If you're visiting with your children, Fangdeng Bookstore & Liuru Hotel is an excellent choice. Originally an old and dilapidated house, it has been transformed into a complex cultural courtyard combining a parent-child experience, boutique guesthouse, and cultural bookstore by categorizing, integrating, and introducing the well-known brand "Fangdeng Bookstore."
The themed guest rooms cater to the diverse needs of different families, with a complete range of facilities including a restaurant, book bar, and a family entertainment area. The venue also offers creatively designed birthday parties, holiday parties, and themed events, providing you with a whole new staying experience.
In the evening, enjoy tea and casual conversations in the courtyard, read picture books to the children, and share stories. This slow-paced experience is a rare treat for those accustomed to urban living.
Address: 77 Moshikou Street, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Day 2
Explore Nearby: Shijingshan Stone Carving Museum, Fahai Temple Mural Art Center
Delightful Afternoon Tea: Gudao Sicun
Shijingshan District Stone Carving Museum
The Shijingshan District Stone Carving Museum, based on the municipal cultural heritage site The Tomb of Eunuch Tian Yi, was officially upgraded to the 'Shijingshan District Stone Carving Museum' in August 2023.
Here, there are not only the tombstone carvings of the tomb but also a total of 264 pieces (sets) of stone carvings such as tomb epitaphs, stone tablets, ornamental columns, stone sculptures, and stone archways unearthed in Shijingshan District.
The park has three display areas: the Tomb of Eunuch Tian Yi exhibition area, the indoor fine stone carving exhibition area, and the scattered field stone carving exhibition area. Tian Yi's Tomb is currently the only well-preserved, highest specification, and exquisitely carved eunuch tomb from the Ming Dynasty; the indoor fine stone carving exhibition area showcases a selection of representative stone carving artifacts from hundreds of museum collections, spanning two thousand years from the Eastern Han Dynasty to the present day; the scattered field stone carving exhibition area focuses on displaying scattered stone carving artifacts unearthed in the Shijingshan area, with a grand entrance in the form of a stone archway.
Ancient craftsmen, with their wisdom, freely expressed their ideas and artistic creations on hard stones. Enter this stone carving museum and appreciate the masterpieces of ancient Chinese stone carving decorative art together!
Address: 80 Moshiko Street, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Fahai Temple Mural Art Center
Jingxi Fahai Temple, home to the highest level of Ming Dynasty murals, still displays vibrant colors after nearly 600 years. Now, at the foot of the mountain, a mural art museum has been built, presenting the digitized high-definition content of the murals. Visitors can enjoy an immersive exhibition experience without having to go to Fahai Temple.
At the Fahai Temple Mural Art Center, a series of 4K high-definition screens provide a detailed display of the content of the Fahai Temple murals. The characters and scene dimensions are all 1:1 authentic reproductions, with dynamic high-definition displays of specific details. The exhibition is complemented by detailed voice explanations, allowing viewers not only to see the murals clearly but also to understand their meaning.
As a major highlight of the art museum, at fixed times, all screens in the exhibition hall stop and play an animated video of the Fahai Temple murals. At this moment, the entire exhibition hall, from the ceiling to the walls to the floor, transforms into an artistic whole, providing viewers with an immersive experience.
In addition, the exhibition hall also features a 360-degree fully immersive dome cinema, screening the film "Dream·Fahai." The movie tells the story of Wan Fuqing, the artist behind the Fahai Temple murals, and reflects on the creative style of the literati painters of that era.
Address: No. 47-1, Moshikou North Street, Jinding Street, Shijingshan District, Beijing (opposite the Fahai Temple Forest Park parking lot)
Gudao Sicun
Gudao Sicun, it is not only the Moshikou Historical and Cultural Folk Exhibition Hall but also a popular "internet-famous coffee check-in spot." The courtyard exudes an ancient charm, with each decoration displaying ingenuity.
Ascending the steps made of bluestones and pushing open the crimson door, a magnificent bronze relief map unfolds at your feet, vividly showcasing the topography and history of Moshikou. The four gate-houses are clearly replicated on the map, recreating the former splendor of this thousand-year-old winding dragon-shaped ancient path.
The exhibition hall is mainly divided into five sections: Fahai Temple Exhibition, Western Beijing Folk Culture Exhibition, Moshikou Exhibition, The Tomb of Eunuch Tian Yi Exhibition, and Cheng'en Temple Exhibition. It is a miniature exhibition that integrates the historical culture of Moshikou.
Address: 78 Moshikou Street, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Translator：TANG Yuxin
Reviewer：BAI Jing
