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This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

Appreciate the historic Bai architecture, admire the city walls and enjoy mountain views from the heart of this lakeside district.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

Stroll among the many trees, multi-coloured floral displays and holy structures in this fantastic escape from city life.

See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.

Appreciate the historic Bai architecture, admire the city walls and enjoy mountain views from the heart of this lakeside district.

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.

Appreciate the historic Bai architecture, admire the city walls and enjoy mountain views from the heart of this lakeside district.

Cycle, hike, rock climb or simply admire the wild mountainous scenery, then sit back and enjoy an extraordinary open-air show.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.