陶然亭公园 — Attraction in Beijing

I spent the first 18 years of my life around this park, as I attended elementary school, middle school, and high school nearby in the 90s and 00s. As a child it was the place to boat, to walk, to picnic, to do scavenging, and to catch tadpoles (and raise them up, until they were mature enough to be returned to the lakes, as frogs). It is also a very lovely place for long-distance running/jogging, (which I did as a teenager for about 5 years,) and for practicing musical instruments and singing. From my remote memory, I recall how much I was envious of those retirees' life ---as they always populated the park, and could spend quite awhile there (while I had to go back to my school work). Several pavilions here are modeled on and named after some more well-known pavilions in other provinces, but I never feel they are fake --- rather, the park seems to me like a (mini) Pavilion Museum. And above all, the memory is always there, as humble and...

Taoranting Park (陶然亭公园), located in Beijing’s Xicheng District, is a historic and culturally rich public park that dates back to the Qing Dynasty. It was named after the famous Taoran Pavilion, a gathering place for poets and scholars in the 17th century, and remains a symbol of classical Chinese elegance. Today, the park features traditional architecture, winding bridges, quiet pavilions, and landscaped gardens that surround a large central lake.

I visited on a spring weekend and found it especially pleasant — with vibrant flowers, mild weather, and a calm atmosphere that made for a perfect afternoon. Although there were plenty of visitors, the park didn’t feel crowded. The lake was particularly calming, and I loved watching locals dance, sing, and play music in the open areas. It’s a wonderful mix of culture, nature, and community spirit. A definite 5 out of 5 — peaceful, beautiful, and deeply rooted...

Don't know why there is a one star review... As you know, Tao Ran Ting (陶然亭) is a park that every 80s Xuanwu child would never forget. When I was young, I usually went to this park, the best part would be the big snow mountain(大雪山). There are lots of my child memories here. Although, there become more and more commercialized, I think it is still a good place to play or take a walk. Pick a sunny day, go there with your friends, walk around the lake will be a...