Recently, thousands of migratory birds have been transiting and roosting in Beijing. With the snow season approaching, skiing enthusiasts are also eager to hit the slopes. Come to Yanqing and enjoy the unique joys of winter!

Beijing Yeya Lake National Wetland Park

This nature reserve is an important stopover on the East Asian-Australasian Flyway and a major wintering site for migratory birds in Beijing. Every year, tens of thousands of migratory birds transit and rest here. The period from now to mid-to-late November is the best time for watching these migratory birds.

Recently, large numbers of swans, swan geese, and ruddy shelducks have landed at Guanting Reservoir to roost.

Tour Route: Tree-Lined Avenue at the Entrance - Flora and Fauna Photography Exhibition Path - Waterside Platform - Lakeside Boardwalk (Right Side) - Reed Wooden Pathway - Waterfowl House - Guanting Reservoir - Windmill

Yanqing Olympic Zone

The ski center in Yanqing Olympic Zone is located in the valley of Xiaohaituo Mountain. The ski runs are expected to open in phases to skiers from mid to late November. The 2024-2025 snow season will last from November 18, 2024 to March 18, 2025.

In addition to newly built terrain-based runs for snowboarding, the zone will open to the public for the first time the "Ruixue Avenue," which was used for downhill training during the 2022 Winter Olympics, providing exceptional experiences for winter sports enthusiasts.

Address: Xidazhuangke Village, Zhangshanying Town, Yanqing District, Beijing

Vanke Shijinglong Ski Resort

This winter, Vanke Shijinglong Ski Resort will offer 10 sun-facing ski runs. The beginner and intermediate runs are expected to open in mid-November, with all 10 runs to be in use by mid-December. To make it more convenient for tourists to come and ski, the resort has operated two shuttle services departing from the East 3rd Ring Road and the West 2nd Ring Road, with multiple stops along the routes.

Address: West of the intersection of Jiuxiao Road and Mihuang Road, Zhangshanying Town, Yanqing District, Beijing

Badaling Ski Resort

Badaling Ski Resort features a snowmaking area of 180,000 square meters and an 8,000-square-meter comprehensive service center. With a unique European-style snow equipment hall and authentic Western cuisines, it has become a highlight among ski resorts in Beijing's suburbs. The resort offers eight ski runs for beginners, intermediates, and advanced skiers, along with facilities such as four-person chairlifts, magic carpets, and drag lifts.

Address: 66, Badaling Town Economic Development Zone, Yanqing District, Beijing

Yongning Ancient Town

Yongning Ancient Town, built in the Ming Dynasty, has a history of more than 600 years. As night falls, the town is illuminated with dazzling lights, and the night market is filled with a variety of food stalls. Visitors can savor local specialties such as Yongning tofu and huoshao (a kind of bite-sized roasted bun) while experiencing the lively atmosphere of this ancient town. There are also exciting folk performances to watch, including Nanguan bamboo hobbyhorse, stilt walking, and dragon dances.

Address: Changchi Road, Yongning Town, Yanqing District, Beijing

(Source: Official WeChat account of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)