Jingshan Park, Panoramic Majesty of the Forbidden City

44 Jingshan West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing

Jingshan Park is located directly across from the Forbidden City

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Introduction

Located at the center of the north-south axis in Beijing, Jingshan Park is adjacent to the south of the Forbidden City, and bordered by Beihai to the west. With the Drum Tower in the north, it is one of the highest points in the center of Beijing. The park boasts ancient trees, unique peaks, majestic palaces, diverse peony varieties, and rich cultural activities. The Wanchun Pavilion in the park is known as the commanding point of the central axis of Beijing, offering a superb view of the panoramic Forbidden City and the whole axis of the city. Jingshan Park is also home to another famous cultural landmark - the suicide site of Emperor Chongzhen.

Address

44 Jingshan West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing

Opening hours

06:30-20:00
last entry time: 19:00 (Monday-Sunday, January 1-December 31)

Transportation

To reach the east gate: Take bus 111 or 124 and get off at Jing Shan East Gate stop; To reach the south gate: Take bus 101, 103, 109, 124, Tourist Bus Line 2, Tourist Bus Line 3 or Tourist Bus Line 4 and get off at Shen Wu Men stop; To reach the west gate: Take bus 5 or 58 and get off at Xi Ban Qiao stop.

Phone 010-64038098,010-64038090