With the Mid-Autumn Festival arriving on September 29 this year, closely followed by the National Day holiday, Beijing's municipal parks and the Museum of Chinese Gardens and Landscape Architecture are set to offer a variety of options for tourists. These include both exquisite offline tours and virtual explorations, catering to those planning family moon-viewing trips and those eager for memorable autumn outings.
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"Integration and Development of North and South Famous Gardens " - A Story of Gardens V: Exhibition of Cultural Relics |
September 28 to January 7 of next year |
Summer Palace Museum and Deheyuan (Garden of Virtue and Harmony)
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This exhibition zeroes in the renowned classical gardens from the Jiangnan region and areas surrounding Beijing, tracing back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. It offers an in-depth exploration of the distinct characteristics, foundational design philosophies, and intricate furnishing and decoration techniques that differentiate the private gardens of Jiangnan from the imperial gardens of the north. |
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"Autumn Flavors in Summer Palace" Cultural Exhibition of Osmanthus Flowers |
September 29 to October 23 |
Eastern Gate (Donggongmen) and the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity in the Summer Palace |
Boasting the title of the largest exhibition of potted osmanthus flowers in northern China, the showcase will feature 220 pots, of which 59 are century-old treasures housed by the Summer Palace |
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Sharing Gorgeous Views of Garden in Golden Autumn to Retain the Beauty of Autumn |
9:30 to 10:30 on October 1 |
Online: Official Weibo Account of the Temple of Heaven Park
Offline: Science Popularization Park in the Temple of Heaven Park |
Delve into the mysteries of how leaves change color and craft your own vibrant leaf paintings. |
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Exhibition of Yilan Hall Scenic Area in Original Status |
8:00 to 17:30 from September 29 to October 6 |
Yilan Hall Scenic Area in Beihai Park |
Yilan Hall has been meticulously restored to showcase its Qing-style imperial furnishings, bringing back its historical ambiance. It will introduce you to the hall's historical functions from centuries past |
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Exquisite Experiential Exhibition of Fragrance Culture at Fragrant Hills Park |
9:30 to 16:30 from September 29 to October 6 |
Jianxin Courtyard in Fragrant Hills Park |
From making fragrant Chinese tea and sachets containing traditional Chinese medicine, to the handmade accessories made of fragrant pendants and fragrant beads, etc., visitors can enjoy the culture of making these! |
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"Blossom in the Spring and Fruit in the Autumn" Exhibition of Gorgeous Flowers |
September 29 to the end of October |
Waterside Greenhouse in Zhongshan Park |
Bitao (Prunus persica 'Duplex'), forsythia, Xifu begonia and other plant species flowering in spring, as well as begonias, lemons, apples and other fruiting ones will be exhibited. |
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2nd Florist's Daisy Exhibition at China National Botanical Garden |
Late September to Late October |
China National Botanical Garden (North Garden) |
Flower beds, flower borders and flower meadows formed by more than 100,000 seasonal flowers and herbs, with the Florist Daisies as representative, will be presented to visitors. |
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Full Moon in Beijing - Affection for China |
9:30 to 10:00 on September 29 |
South Square of the Science Popularization Park in Beijing Zoo
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Visitors will be able to make Mid-Autumn-themed hanging ornaments and attend an exhibition focusing on the knowledge of the traditional culture of the Mid-Autumn Festival. |
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Florist Daisy Exhibition 2023: "Taoranting Blooms with Fragrance in a Golden Autumn of Florist Daisies" |
Late September to the end of October |
Taoranting Park |
Flower beds featuring Florist Daisies will adorn squares both inside and outside the east gate, along the main road, at the north gate, and at other primary locations within the park. Additionally, there will be an indoor exhibition showcasing potted Florist Daisies." |
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"Mid-autumn Festival: A Reunion Night Ideal for Music" Concert, and other relevant interactive activities and exhibitions of intangible cultural heritage |
10:00 to 12:00 on September 29 |
Offline: Youxianshanguan (Friendship Garden) in Zizhuyuan Park
Online: Official Weibo Account of Zizhuyuan Park |
Inheritors of intangible cultural heritage will interact with visitors, offering experiences such as crafting simulated mooncakes, creating paper-cut artworks, and making sugar paintings." |
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Traditional cultural experiences themed "Jade Rabbits After Moon, Fragrance of Osmanthus Flowers Heralds Autumn" |
9:00 to 11:00 on September 29 |
Science Popularization Square in Yuyuantan Park |
An event allowing you to solve lantern riddles, make flower lanterns, and enjoy yourself in other cultural activities relevant to the Mid-Autumn Festival. |
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Folk Music Performances as part of the "Clear Sounds from Mountains and Waters" Mid-Autumn and National Day Event Series at the Museum of Chinese Gardens and Landscape Architecture. |
Four times everyday from September 29 to October 6: 10:00 to 10:30 11:00 to 11:30 14:00 to 14:30 15:00 to 15:30 |
Peony Pavilion in the China Gardens and Landscape Architecture Culture Hall of the Museum of Chinese Gardens and Landscape Architecture |
An event offering immersive theatrical experiences, with performances of traditional folk music performances and garden-relevant traditional opera programs to be staged. |
(Source: Beijing Daily App)