Beihai Park of Beijing - Great Attractions (China)

Take a tour of Beihai Park of Beijing in China -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.

Beijing's Beihai Park lies to the northwest of the Forbidden City.

Begun in 10th - 11th century, the park showcases ancient Chinese design.

Many Buddhist temples and tombs dot the landscape.

The Hall of Received Light houses a statue of about 1.6 meters tall Jade Buddha.

Beihai also boasts of reading rooms, restaurants, and exquisite gardens.

The park was a place of solace for famous emperors like Kublai Khan.

A peaceful lake at Beihai Park's center adds to the sense of serenity.

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YouTubers: Have you visited Beihai Park? Share your experience with us in comments!

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I had been there and only cost me 3$ for ticket.