Have a Brief Introduction of Beijing Jingshan Park (Yingshan Gongyuan)

On Sundays particularly this park is full of community activities. You are welcome to join in if you wish. There are community singing groups (You need Mandarin for that, but sheets with the words are provided). There are other musical groups, dancing groups, usually made up of those who know what they are doing and those who are learning.Some excellent musical performers can be heard, and a woman from the Peking opera may sing for you. These activities are common in Beijing parks; another which is good to visit is Yuyuantan Park which is just North of the Milleniun Monument, on Chang'an West. It has two adjoining lakes, with boats to hire and more simple games people play, with the experts happy to teach the beginners. It also has kite flyers.

Liulichang Street is An Old Street In Beijing City

Liulichang street is only 750 meters long, is located south of Hepingmen (Peace) Gate within walking distance of the Hepingmen Quanjude Peking Duck Restaurant. It was named Haiwang Village in the Liao and Jin dynasties. In the
Liulichang has also won high reputation among writers and artists for the four treasures of study sold here–writing brush, ink stick, paper and ink slab. The famous Yidege, which opened in 1865 (the 4th year of Emperor Tongzhi's reign in the Qing Dynasty), was the first manufacturer of Chinese ink. Daiyuexuan, created in 1916 and named after its creator, makes high-quality writing brushes, which were Qi Baishi's favorite.
Yuan and Ming dynasties an official kiln was located here which produced glazed tiles for building imperial palaces. During Emperor Kangxi's and Qianlong's reign in the Qing Dynasty it became a well-know cultural street for selling antiques. Though the kiln was closed up in the Emperor Qianlong's reign, it has continued to be called Liulichang, or glazed tiles factory. It is a spot of historical and cultural interest that shows traditional Chinese culture, especially in terms of painting and calligraphy.

What Recreational Activities in Beijing Nightlife ?

Beijing nightlife is colorful. So if you do not know what to do at night in Beijing, you could come and go with us. We will take you to enjoy some breathtaking performances during your Beijing travel. Several well selected Beijing Nigh Shows are listed below, so tourists can choose one the most interested.

• Beijing Night Tour: Kung Fu Show from US$ 30/pax
• Beijing Night Tour: Peking Opera Show from US$ 30/pax
• Beijing Night Tour: Acrobatics Show from US$ 30/pax
• Beijing Night Tour: Nanluoguxiang, Yandaixiejie from US$ 41/pax
• Beijing Night Tour: Peking Duck Dinner, Peking Opera Show from US$ 47/pax

Kung Fu

As one part of traditional Chinese martial art with thousands of years of history, Kung Fu has won its name around the world because of its broad and deep meaning and Oriental feature, which covers it with a mysterious veil.

Chinese Kung Fu has close relationship to do with the religion. Except for the kick boxing or simple fighting, Chinese Kungfu is a perfect combination of many factors. Its essential philosophy is Confucian harmony theory together with syncretize Taoistic tranquility and gentility as well as Buddhistic sitting and realizing, which form up an inclusive and intensive martial art system. It can be said that Chinese Gongfu contains the realization about the life and the universe of chinese ancestors.

Peking Opera

With a history of more than 200 years, Peking Opera is a national treasure and has a deep influence in China. Peking opera is very colourful, bright and may seem extremely noisy so that it bears absolutely no resemblance to western opera.

Acrobatic

Acrobatic has a history of over three thousand years. The acrobatic show is combined on the base of dance and opera arts, compositions, stage design, costume, light and sound. Acrobatic show also has developed into a kind of performance art well-known throughout the world. In Europe and North America, more and more audiences are absorbed by the charm of the Chinese acrobatic show.

Nanluoguxiang

Being a hidden gem in Beijing, Nanluoguxiang is a perfect blend of the past and present. With a history of more than 700 years, Nanluoguxiang is one of the oldest Hutongs in Beijing. 

Yandaixiejie

Walking along Yandaixiejie, tourists have a chance to experience unique Chinese street.

Peking Duck

Peking Duck is the most famous food in Beijing. It is a must for your Beijing trip.

Enjoy yourself during your Beijing night tour.