The Summer Palace in Beijing | One of the must-visit attractions in Beijing

The Summer Palace has entered the best visiting season (with route and practical advice attached) ||| When in Beijing, the Summer Palace is definitely among the top three places to go. Especially in summer, it's the ideal time to visit, with lotus flowers blooming, a gentle breeze, and a perfect spot for summer leisure. If you're lucky, you might even catch a stunning sunset, making your trip worthwhile. ⏰ Summer Palace Opening Hours Peak season: Opens at 6:00 AM, last entry at 7:00 PM, closes at 8:00 PM 📍 Transportation: The North Palace Gate and East Palace Gate of the Summer Palace are close to Subway Line 4, which is near most attractions, so it's convenient to enter from here. The newly built Palace Gate faces the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, while the West and South Gates are relatively far. 🚩 Tour Route 🔸 Most attractions in the Summer Palace are concentrated in the north, so it's recommended to enter from the North Palace Gate and take the path downhill to the west, visiting the attractions from west to east, and then head to the Seventeen-Arch Bridge. Refer to the last map for specific locations, and choose attractions based on preference. 🔸 If you're short on time, you can exit from the newly built Palace Gate after reaching the Seventeen-Arch Bridge. 🔸 If you have plenty of time, you can take a boat from South Lake Island to the West Causeway and walk back towards the North Palace Gate, covering most of the attractions. 👉Tip 1⃣ The northern part of the Summer Palace is the most crowded, so be sure to enter early to avoid the crowds. 2⃣ The newly scenic area in the Summer Palace is currently a popular spot, built against the mountain with an open view, layered pavilions and rocks, great for sightseeing and photography. 2⃣ The West Causeway and the Garden of Harmony are great places to enjoy lotus flowers in summer, and there's also a bird-watching area along the West Causeway. 3⃣ If you have enough time when visiting the Summer Palace, be sure to wait for a sunset. With some luck, you might see a beautiful sunset (you can check the probability of a sunset forecast in advance). Even without the sunset, the Summer Palace is still beautiful at dusk. 4⃣ The entire Summer Palace prohibits fire and does not offer power bank rentals, so make sure your phone has enough battery for photos, or bring your own power bank.