Top 10 destinations for Mid-Autumn Festival in Beijing

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Top 10 destinations for Mid-Autumn Festival in Beijing

(Xinhua) 08:24, September 17, 2013

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No. 10: Beihai Park (北海公园)

The Mid-Autumn Festival, the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, falls on Saturday thisweek according to the Gregorian calendar. On this traditional Chinese festival, besideseating moon cakes, enjoying the full moon with family and friends is also a must. Want toenjoy the moonlight in a unique and interesting way? Let's see the best places to enjoy themoon this year.

Beihai Park (北海公园)

Beihai Park, located to the west of the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park, is the oldest andbest-preserved ancient imperial garden in China. It was the former royal palace forsuccessive dynasties. The park has an area of 68 hectares, half of which is covered by theTaiye Lake. On the Mid-Autumn Day evening, rowing a boat in the glistening water, withglorious full moon up in the sky, artificial hills, pavilions and corridors flowing around, yourbody and soul will be relaxed and at peace.