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Houhai Lake Details
Tour Code : C0027
Type : Historic sites , Views of the city
City / Province : Beijing
Built in : 1279-1368 A.D
Explore the largest lake amongst three other lakes that border the willow-lined artificial lake enclosed by ancient maze-like hutong alleyways. Take part in one of Beijing's best-loved outdoor spots, either boat riding or skiing in winter, stroll and even catch fish. After dark, unwind listening to live music bands in restaurants and bars skirting the shores of Qianhai and Houhai.
Houhai Lake
Houhai Lake
Introduction
Houhai is a large artificial lake in northern downtown Beijing located 4 kilometers north of the Forbidden City that derives its name from a Chinese name meaning back sea. The lake belonged to the royal family during the Yuan Dynasty and the surrounding area has always been a successful commercial site with workshops, opera stages and shopping centers. It is now open to the public.
The lake covers an area of 87 acres and to the front side, it is bordered by Qianhai (Front Sea) and to the west by Xihai (West Sea). It was perceived according to Daoism that the waters of the lake are connected to the “dragon vein” which is an integral and invisible artery that can maintain tranquility, prosperity and peace. So many monks set up temples in the area, nobbles and other government officials also built their gardens and vacation mansions and around the lake area,
Things to see and do on a visit
Sightsee
This lake has the most scenic area surrounded by willow trees and Hutongs. Visitors can stroll or take a rickshaw to explore the sights and sounds of the area that is laid back and has a completely relaxing atmosphere. The Hutongs are lined at the back streets and have a variety of stores that give shoppers to experience the cultural alleyways as they search for unique souvenirs, jewelry and antiques.
Taste local snacks and cuisine
Houhai is home to many restaurants, cafés and teahouses where visitors can savor local cuisine and snacks in the lakeside dwellings dotted in the hutongs. There are delicious tasty roasted duck, mutton and chicken meals prepared exquisitely in a mix of authentic southern China dishes. In addition, there are many tasty snacks such as Rice Cake, Sesame Seed Cake and Pea Flour Cake
Nightlife
The Hutongs bordering Houhai are renowned for its active nightlife since the early 2000s. Many residences along the lakeshore were converted to bars, restaurants and cafes. It is a hit amongst foreign tourists, expatriates and young hip locals who gather here to unwind and interact after a long day of work. Houhai become popular in 2003 after the modern establishments on the Lotus Lane with the bar street
Boat riding and skiing
There are boat rides on the lake except during winter when the lake becomes frozen and people can ski and skate. The most popular of the wintry skate is the loved chair-skate.
Former Residences
The Hutongs neighboring the lakeside were homes of several famous Chinese officials and are worth visiting such as court officials and celebrities such as Sun Yat-sen's wife, Soong Ching-ling, the famous poet Guo Moruo, Prince Chun and Prince Gong.
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