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Beijing - Beihai Park & Xicheng North (PDF Chapter)

Most of the Imperial City was in this part of Xīchéng, lending it a regal grandeur that survives to this day. Endowed with ancient temples and charming laneways, it’s one of the most worthwhile neighbourhoods to visit in all Běijīng.

explore Běihǎi Park, once reserved for emperors only and one of the capital’s most striking imperial parks

escape the city sprawl at Hòuhǎi Lakes, sedate during the day and raucous at night

spend a morning at the impressive Capital Museum to understand the evolution of this great city

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