Yuanmingyuan Park

About

Explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of the old summer palace, a place where history whispers tales of grandeur and lo

Why go

• A poignant reminder of history
• Peaceful and stunning in the summer with massive lotus
• A beautiful hidden Chinese garden located in the heart of Beijing

Must try

• Wander evocative ruins and lakes
• Visit the Western Mansion ruins
• See its 14,000 unique paintings

Pro tips

• Ticket covers core areas
• Focus on surviving structures and landscapes
• 25 Mins by subway, 5 mins on foot
• Suggested time: 3-4 hours
• Park at the north lot

Good to know

• Requires 7-day advance reservation
• Destroyed by the British in 1860

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Rating

4.4 / 5 (1221 reviews)

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