Chaoyang, a vibrant and creative district, has long been a popular filming location for movies and TV shows, with many classic works leaving their unique mark here, making Chaoyang one of Beijing's landmarks for the film and television industry.
Chaoyang's inseparable connection with film and television can be traced back to the early days of the People's Republic of China. In those years, Chaoyang District was an electronic industry base, home to factories like the 774 Factory and the Panasonic Color Television Tube Co., Ltd. Over time, these old factories have transformed into cultural and creative parks, becoming the preferred locations for film and television companies to set up shop.
Among the over 100 cultural industry parks in Chaoyang District, 58 specialize in film and television, such as Capital Langyuan, Qikeshu, and Dongyi. These parks boast over 400 supporting facilities like sound stages and recording studios, with a total area exceeding 40,000 square meters. Chaoyang is home to 3,274 registered film and television companies, the highest number in Beijing.
So if you're a fan of film and television, or want to gain a deeper understanding of Beijing's culture and history, be sure to visit Chaoyang and explore its landmarks connected to the film industry to experience the charm of its cinematic culture.
Beijing CBD
Beijing's CBD is China's first and most vibrant open business district. It is home to the regional headquarters of 50% of the multinational companies in Beijing. It serves as the capital city's frontline for opening up and an important window for international exchanges. The area hosts 90% of the city's international media organizations as well as the filming locations for many famous TV shows and movies. Buildings like the Beijing World Financial Center, Beijing Kerry Center, and Beijing Fortune Financial Center frequently appeared in TV dramas such as "Fake it till you make it". Let's take a look at some of the must:visit spots! ↓
Places worth checking in:
1. Heart:shaped traffic lights
Even waiting for a red light shows love, so hurry and bring your friends to check in at the same heart:shaped traffic lights from the shows.
2. Guomao terrace
Due to its unique geographical location and modern architectural style, the Guomao terrace is also a regular in TV shows and films. It is one of the must:visit attractions for people coming to Chaoyang in real life.
Wangjing SOHO
Wangjing SOHO is a cluster of high:rise buildings located in the core area of Wangjing, Chaoyang District, Beijing. It has attracted much attention for its unique architectural style and multiple architectural awards, becoming the filming location for many popular TV shows and movies such as "Rememberance of Things Past".
In the drama "Rememberance of Things Past", the female lead Qiao Xichen works at an office in Wangjing. During her late nights of overtime, she could always see the lit:up Wangjing SOHO buildings through the window.
Places worth checking in :
1. Wangjing SOHO sunken plaza
The plaza's architecture is modern and artistic. Surrounded by towering SOHO office buildings, it provides a spacious venue for citizens and visitors.
2. Wangjing SOHO fountain
When spring colors meet water, a new style emerges.
Sanlitun Taikoo Li
Sanlitun Taikoo Li is a unique destination consisting of 19 low:density contemporary buildings, divided into southern and northern areas. It was the filming location for the movie "Love is not blind", adapted from the popular online novel of the same name, depicting the female lead Huang Xiaoxian's 33:day journey to overcome her heartbreak.
This area gathers many high:end fashion brands and offers rich dining, cinema, and gym facilities, making it a top choice for young trendsetters.
The Beijing Olympic Tower
As an important symbol of the "Dual Olympic City", the Beijing Olympic Tower carries forward the extension and inheritance of the ancient capital's culture and the Olympic spirit. It is the "golden calling card" for Beijing's Olympic cultural tourism and sightseeing, and a brilliant pearl of international cultural exchange on Beijing's central axis.
Places worth checking in:
1. Bird's Nest : National Stadium
The National Stadium is located in the heart of the Olympic Park architectural complex, like a huge container. Its raised terrain gives it a unique position. Its unique grid structure, resembling a bird's nest woven from branches, presents a distinctive aesthetic.
2. Water Cube : National Aquatics Center
The "Water Cube (Ice Cube)" is the largest curling venue in the history of the Winter Olympics and the only "Dual Olympic" venue in the world that has built a curling track on top of a swimming pool.
3. Ice Ribbon : National Speed Skating Oval
The National Speed Skating Oval, also known as the "Ice Ribbon", is an iconic building of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and the only newly built ice competition venue in the Beijing competition zone.
Liangma River International Cultural Waterfront
The Liangma River is a river located in Beijing, known as the "Seine River" of the capital city. It originates from Xiangheyuan Road, passes through Sanlitun, Zuojiazhuang, Maizidian Street, and Chaoyang Park, and ends at the North Fourth Ring Road, with a total length of 5.57 kilometers. The Liangma River International Cultural Waterfront has a total area of 800,000 square meters, including a water area of 160,000 square meters and a green area of 640,000 square meters. It showcases various functions such as lifestyle and leisure, international exchange, commercial vitality, and natural ecology. In the opening sequence of the TV series "Welcome to Maicun Village," the scenic beauty of the Liangma River in Beijing is displayed.
In the opening sequence, the appearance of the Haoyun Bridge is rich in detail:the antique stone carvings on the railings and pavilions, the modern lighting decorations, and the colorful art pieces intertwine, presenting a sense of harmony between the ancient and the modern.
If you take a boat ride along the Liangma River at night, passing under the Haoyun Bridge through this shimmering stream, pedestrians will feel as if they are immersed in a starry sky.
Places worth checking in
Take a night tour along the Liangma River with your family and friends to enjoy the scenic views along the riverbanks.
The small screen cannot fully capture the charm of Beijing's Chaoyang District or encompass its beautiful scenery. Come to Chaoyang and check in at the filming locations of the popular TV series.
Translator: TANG Yuxin
Reviewer: JIANG Wenyi
