Beihai Park is a public park and former imperial garden immediately northwest of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China. First built in the 12th century, Beihai is among the largest of all surviving Chinese gardens and contains numerous historically important structures, palaces, and temples.

With the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park to its east, Zhongnanhai (Central and Southern Seas) to its south, Beihai Park, also known as Northern Sea Park, is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved ancient imperial gardens in China located in center of Beijing.

2025年1月25日 · Beihai Park is a vast imperial garden in the heart of Beijing, offering a rich blend of historical culture and natural beauty. Here are some of the park’s key attractions, each with its own unique charm:

2 天之前 · Dubbed as Winter Palace by westerners, Beihai Park is the oldest imperial garden as well as one of the largest in China. “Beihai” literally means “north sea”. In the past, the royal families pompously called all the lakes “sea” in connection with the imperial court.

3 天之前 · The Beihai park in the center of Beijing has an area of more than 70 hectares with a water surface of 39 hectares. To its north is Shichahai Lake and to its east is Jingshan Park. The Palace Museum is to its southeast, a short distance.

Located in central Beijing, Beihai Park is currently the earliest and best preserved classical imperial garden with the most profound culture in China. Built around Beihai Lake, the park covers an area of 69 hectares (including a water area of 39 hectares), and is mainly composed of the Jade Islet, eastern bank area and northern bank area.

2024年10月2日 · Beihai Park (北海公园, Běihǎi Gōngyuán) is one of the oldest and most well-preserved imperial gardens in China. Located in the heart of Beijing, just northwest of the Forbidden City, it has a history of over 1,000 years and …

Centered around the serene waters of Beihai Lake, Beihai Park features a wealth of ancient architecture and landscape areas, which can be generally divided into four areas: the North Shore, East Shore, Qionghua Island, and Tuan Cheng (Circular City). Below are the top attractions in Beihai Park.

2024年11月23日 · Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to an ancient and magnificent imperial garden—Beihai Park in Beijing. This article will serve as a comprehensive guide, helping you understand the park’s history, iconic attractions, and practical tips to make your visit unforgettable.

Beihai Park (北海公园), covering an area of 682,000 square meters with 389,000 square meters of water and 293,000 square meters of land, is one of Beijing’s oldest and most well-preserved imperial gardens. Opened as a public park in 1925, it sits at the heart of Beijing, offering a glimpse into China’s rich imperial history.