Lotus Market
Beijing Lotus Market |
This area is an ancient market dated to the middle of the 19th century. Every summer, the lake near the market is covered with lotus flowers attracting many tourists, which is the origin of the name. A famous calligrapher wrote a plaque Lotus Market and it is still on the archway above its south gate.
On the bank of the lake, are traditional Chinese style houses used as bars, restaurants, cafes, antique stores. But most of them have been closed as the Lotus Market is undergoing a facelift. When finished, the architecture will be unified into the same style with blue brick walls, gray tiles and traditional arches. A row of flower boxes will also be added to separate the main road and plank road by the lake, and some recreational benches will be set along the plank road, to provide quiet and independent space for visitors.
Best Time to Visit Lotus Market
July and August are the best season for visitors to enjoy the lotus market. Every summer, the lake is covered with lotus flowers and the willows flutter in the wind on the shore. The beautiful natural scenery is the most important reason why the Lotus Market is so famous. Winter is also a good time to pay a visit, because the lake turns into a natural ice rink and visitors can indulge themselves with the help of various skating tools.
Best Place to Appreciate Shichahai
Hutongs Surrounding Lotus Market
How to Get to Lotus Market
2. Take bus line 107, 111, 118,13, 3, 42, 612, 701, Sightseeing no. 3 and get off at the North Gate of Beihai, and go east for about 300 meters (330 yards) to get to the south gate of the Lotus Market.
Admission Fee | Free |
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Opening Hours | All day |
Other Nearby Attractions:
Prince Gong’s Mansion
Beihai Park
- Last updated on Dec. 29, 2023 by Kate Liu -