Summer is the perfect time to escape the heat by retreating into a museum. At the China National Film Museum, the giant screen offers an immersive, refreshing summer experience—whether it's gentle waves or towering tides, it feels as though you've been instantly transported to the seaside. The picturesque lotus pond creates a scene reminiscent of the poetic imagery in "The Lotus Gathering Ode," brimming with a sense of romance.
Beyond the dawn redwood forest in the National Botanical Garden, where else can you find a misty, fairy-tale-like garden experience? Recently, the "Water Valley Flowing Springs" landscape, one of the "Twelve Views of Western Mountain," was opened at the Chinese Jingyin Valley in Shijingshan's Badachu. The fresh forest air, the babbling streams along the path, and the towering trees that block out the scorching sun create an enchanting atmosphere. As you ascend the steps, a refreshing mist hits your face, instantly dispelling the heat and making it a place you'll want to linger.
In the height of summer in Beijing, the East Garden of Wenyu River Park surprises visitors with the sight of a pair of twin lotuses on a single stem, adding a touch of mystery and romance to the already captivating summer scenery. Twin lotuses are rare, and even rarer are those with two different colors. Recently, a visitor to Lianhuachi Park captured the stunning sight of twin lotuses on a single stem, one with a pink-purple hue and the other a mix of pink and white, creating a breathtaking scene.
Recently, the "Beijing Gifts" opera-themed store officially opened at Jixiang Grand Theater, providing another great spot for tourists to pick up souvenirs. The uniqueness of this "Beijing Gifts" store lies not only in its new products but also in its floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a panoramic view of Wangfujing Street, enhancing the shopping experience.
At Chaoyang Park in summer, a vibrant sea of zinnias is in full bloom, creating a beautiful floral landscape. The zinnia sea, located in the Flower Valley of the northern area, covers nearly 5,000 square meters, resembling a dazzling fairy-tale world.
Nestled within the lush bamboo groves of Olympic Forest Park is one of the most beautiful bookstores in Beijing—Olympic Forest Bookstore—providing a fresh and tranquil place to rest. In the afternoon, sitting by the bamboo grove with a favorite book, listening to the rustle of the bamboo leaves in the breeze and the chirping of cicadas, offers the perfect way to relax and unwind.
