Historical and cultural tourism scenic spot in Beijing, protection of historical and cultural district, Beijing. Located downtown - West District. Nearby Beijing axis. Water area of ​​336,000 square meters, connected to a pulse waters Zhongnanhai, Beijing inner city is the only place open scenic area has open water, but also the Beijing city's largest and best preserved style of a historic district in the city of Beijing plans to build history occupies unique position. Since the Yuan Dynasty, here is the Dadu water transport and commercial center. Since the Yuan Dynasty, here is the Dadu water transport and commercial center. Ming and Qing Dynasties, dignitaries, literati living in this competition; after clearance through customs, the emperor pro-collar "is yellow" also stationed here. In 1992, Shichahai area named "historical and cultural tourism scenic spot" (hereinafter referred to as "Shichahai Scenic") by the executive meeting of the Beijing Municipal People's Government. In 2002, Beijing issued the "Beijing Old 25 Historic Areas Conservation Plan" will be a total of 1.467 million square meters Shichahai area and its Zhou Bian areas, as one of the 25 historical and cultural protection areas.

Shichahai Scenic beautiful scenery, unique scenery, the famous "Royal Plaza features a little" to "West Lake in spring, summer Qinhuai, Dongting autumn" Praise Shichahai charm. More than 40 Shichahai and its Zhou Bian areas there are cultural relics protection units, state-level cultural relics protection units 3, is one of the most intensive cultural tourism resources in Beijing area. Among the many places of interest in, particularly in the former arch corrupt Qing Dynasty - and the first Shen old Prince Gong's Mansion (see 'Prince Gong') Yin Ding Bridge and is known as "the capital of the water at the first occasion of Mountain View," the most famous. Shichahai scenic area a large number of well-preserved hutong courtyard, the palace garden, showing the rich historical heritage; temples Church Hall, former residences of celebrities, revealing the culture deposited thick; rich folk customs, the rich cultural heritage, full of traditional style and beauty harmonious combination of natural beauty. In recent years, near the scenic Shichahai The rise of private courtyard bar and unique dishes, courtyard accommodation is here to add more fashion elements. Combining traditional style and modern culture, it attracted many foreign tourists, foreign tourists each year about 500 million people. In the Chinese National Geographic magazine sponsored the "2005 China's most beautiful places" selected activities, Shichahai area of ​​"close to Zhongnanhai fashion" reputation, was named one of China's five most beautiful city.

Shichahai Scenic held annually Shichahai Cultural Tourism Festival.Tourism products renowned at home and abroad "tricycle Hutong Tour" and upgrade "Shichahai - depth tour of Old Beijing" has become Beijing tourism brand. "Palace tour, stroll the streets, visit ancient temples, the concept of residence, board the tower, turn alley, taste dinner, pan-boat, pub, live courtyard" and other tourism projects, provides capital taste of authentic cultural experience for visitors. In the days to meet the 2008 Olympic Games, as reflected in an important window Beijing Shichahai "People's Olympics" spirit, take on a new mission.

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Address: Xicheng District, Beijing Tiananmen Square opposite the north gate of Beihai Park West Avenue

Transportation: Take 5 Tiananmen Square to get off the bus, or bus 111,118,13 such as the North Sea north door that is.

Zhou Bian attractions: Soong Ching Ling, the former residence of Mei Lanfang, Guo Memorial Hall, Guanghua Temple, Hui Tong Temple, Prince Gong's Palace, Beihai Park

Zhou Bian food: barbecue season, Bamboo Garden Hotel, home dishes Cuisines calendar