Houhai: An old Beijing style scroll

Houhai: An old Beijing style scroll Houhai in Beijing, this ancient lake, is a representative of the old Beijing style, and also an important place for tourists to experience traditional Beijing culture. Here, you can feel the strong old Beijing culture and enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery. 【Travel Guide】 I. Tour Route Morning: North side of Houhai → Yinding Bridge → Yandai Xiejie Afternoon: Shichahai → Prince Gong's Mansion → Drum and Bell Towers II. Recommended Photo Spots 1. North side of Houhai: Lakeside scenery, towering ancient trees 2. Yinding Bridge: The iconic bridge of Houhai, antique 3. Yandai Xiejie: Old Beijing Hutong, full of charm 4. Shichahai: Wide lake surface, pleasant scenery 5. Prince Gong's Mansion: The mansion of the Qing Dynasty prince, well preserved 6. Drum and Bell Towers: Landmark buildings of Beijing, with a long history III. Business Hours Houhai: Open all day, but some attractions have specific opening hours IV. Tourist Attractions 1. North side of Houhai: Lakeside scenery, towering ancient trees 2. Yinding Bridge: The iconic bridge of Houhai, antique 3. Yandai Xiejie: Old Beijing Hutong, full of charm 4. Shichahai: Wide lake surface, pleasant scenery 5. Prince Gong's Mansion: The mansion of the Qing Dynasty prince, well preserved 6. Drum and Bell Towers: Landmark buildings of Beijing, with a long history V. Transportation Subway: Take subway line 2 and walk to reach. Bus: Many buses can reach near Houhai, please check the bus travel APP for specific routes. 【Accommodation Suggestions】 Recommended accommodation area: Around Shichahai, Gulou Street. These areas are convenient for transportation, can easily reach Houhai, and also have a rich selection of dining and shopping. 【Cultural Experience】 1. Visit Prince Gong's Mansion: Understand the life of the Qing Dynasty prince, feel the breath of ancient nobles. 2. Ride the old Beijing tricycle: In Yandai Xiejie, you can ride the old Beijing tricycle and experience the traditional transportation of old Beijing. 【Travel Feelings】 Walking by the lake of Houhai, it seems to feel the tranquility and leisure of old Beijing. Each ancient tree, each Hutong, is full of Beijing's history and culture. Here, you can feel the strong old Beijing culture, and also experience the blend of Beijing's tradition and modernity. Houhai is not only a scenic spot, but also a scroll of old Beijing style, waiting for you to read carefully. 【Fun Facts】 On Yinding Bridge, you may meet a group of photographers shooting the old Beijing scenery, why not stop and appreciate their works, maybe you will feel some old Beijing style from them. In Yandai Xiejie, you can try to touch those ancient walls and feel the thickness of history. In Prince Gong's Mansion, you can learn about the life of the Qing Dynasty prince and feel the breath of ancient nobles. Houhai, this lake full of old Beijing style, is waiting for you to explore and feel. I hope this guide can help you better tour Houhai and experience the blend of old Beijing's tradition and modernity. During the tour, remember to respect local customs, maintain environmental hygiene, and practice civilized tourism. Wish you have fun in Houhai!