Changping District is an ideal destination for traveling this winter, where you can take in the allure of the Ming Dynasty's cultural heritage, visit the "ski paradise" in northern Beijing, and taste the local specialties.
Yongling and Siling of Ming Tombs Now Open to Public
For the first time, both the Yongling and Siling of the Ming Tombs have been open to the public since December 5. Reservations are required for visits.
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Currently, reservations can only be made online. Visitors can book and pay for guided tours via the official Douyin account of the Ming Tombs Scenic Area and the official WeChat mini-program of Changping Cultural Tourism Group.
Address: Changchi Road, Shisanling Town, Changping District, Beijing
"Chuangke Street", Xinzhuang Village
Xinzhuang Village's "Chuangke Street" is home to over 80 business establishments of various categories including B&B, catering, and designers' shops. The coffee shops and handicraft vendors, particularly those selling woodcarvings, are worth a visit.
Address: Xinzhuang Village, Xingshou Town, Changping District, Beijing
Ski Resorts for Fun
Jundushan Ski Resort, Jingzhihu Ski Resort, and Reignwood Pine Valley Ski Resort have all opened for public visits.
Over 10,000 discounted ski tickets to these three ski resorts will be distributed this year as part of Changping's ongoing "Ski Resorts for All: Discounted Tickets" campaign.
Stomach-Warming Dishes
Yangfang Hotpot
The hot pots there are renowned for using broth made of spring water to preserve the original flavors of ingredients. Yangfang Hotpot is also famous for its secret sesame dipping sauce, making each bite a warm, tender, and fresh taste.
Yangfang Shengli Mutton Hotpot (Headquarters at Yangfang)
Address: 10 Wennan Road, Changping District, Beijing
Yangfang Mutton Hotpot (Changping Shahe Branch)
Address: located at the west side of the road 60 meters south from the intersection of Baisha Road and Songlan Road, Changping District, Beijing
Yuelangzhai
This restaurant combines Beijing's royal flavors and the features of Halal cuisine. It has grasped the gist of the cuisines of the five major ethnic groups of China - Han, Tibetan, Mongolian, Manchu, and Hui. Yuelangzhai is regarded as one of the eighth batch of time-honored brands of Beijing.
Address: 8 Houchang Street, Yangfang Town, Changping District, Beijing
(Source: Official WeChat account of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)
