Beijing Shadow Puppet Making
Beijing Shadow Puppet Making
Beijing Shadow Puppet Making
Beijing Shadow Puppet Making
Beijing Shadow Puppet Making
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Beijing Shadow Puppet Making
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Introduction Beijing Shadow Puppet Making

Introduction
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Beijing, this historic city, invites you to step into the shadow puppet making class full of ancient charm, explore the charm of intangible cultural heritage in the alleys and alleys, and start a journey of light and shadow art on your fingertips.

Course content with strong Beijing charm: The course focuses on Beijing shadow puppets, selects cowhide, and goes through multiple processes such as soaking, drawing, carving, and coloring. From coloring to finished products, you can create exquisite shadow puppets by hand and appreciate the essence of Beijing craftsmanship. Students make Beijing shadow puppet works by hand, take away the finished products after graduation, and elaborate on the cultural origins to continue the elegance of intangible cultural heritage. It is relatively simple to get started, which is very suitable for children to experience.

The class size is exquisite and the teaching staff is profound: The class size is small, which allows the teacher to guide wholeheartedly, and the students exchange stories of old Beijing, get inspiration frequently, and immerse themselves in the traditional atmosphere. Most of the teachers are inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, who have been in the industry for decades and are well versed in shadow puppetry. They talk about history while making and demonstrate in detail to ensure that students inherit the art with a high degree of restoration and experience traditional aesthetics.

Flexible courses and traditional facilities and equipment: The course time is relatively flexible to adapt to various itineraries. The venue is often set up in a quadrangle, with an antique flavor, accompanied by the fireworks of the capital, which adds color to the creation of shadow puppets. Special carving knives and coloring pigments are all available, and traditional drying racks and leather stretching tools are ingenious, with a rich atmosphere to help creation.

Experiencing shadow puppet making in Beijing is not only a tribute to traditional culture, but also a deep artistic exploration. In the cultural atmosphere of the capital, shadow puppet making has become a link between the past and the future, allowing participants to deeply feel the profoundness of Chinese culture.

Trip Moments Beijing Shadow Puppet Making

Beijing Shadow Puppet Making Trip Moments
Ancient Wisdom

Ancient Wisdom

This time, the Vacheron Constantin exhibition held at Pudu Temple was by invitation only, so there were very few people. Watching the exhibition in the temple was very leisurely and comfortable, allowing one to spend the whole day there. I really learned a lot this time! I highly recommend everyone to visit museums when they have time. I must say, the wisdom of the ancients was truly unparalleled. The patterns on these porcelains and dragon robes are still very classic today and are often used as references in modern designs. These patterns are very beautiful and have profound meanings. Recommendation: The benefit of visiting museums is that you can learn from the past to understand the present. You can learn a lot of knowledge that you can't find in books and see how our ancestors lived thousands of years ago and what kind of times they experienced. Science Popularization: If you love watching Ming and Qing dynasty palace dramas, you will find that the 'Sea Water and Cliff Pattern' often appears on dragon robes! It also frequently appears on traditional crafts such as porcelain, lacquerware, and furniture. It is a traditional Chinese pattern, commonly known as 'Jiangya Haishui' or 'Haishui Jiangya'. At the bottom of the pattern, many curved lines are arranged diagonally, called 'water feet'. Above the water feet are many rolling waves, with a mountain rock standing in the water, and auspicious clouds embellishing it. It symbolizes 'Blessed Mountain and Longevity Sea' and also carries the meaning of unifying the country. The 'Sea Water and Cliff Pattern' varies in different periods. For example, in the early Ming Dynasty, it was a shell-shaped flat water pattern, in the late Ming Dynasty, it was a cloud pattern, and in the Kangxi period, it was a standing water pattern, etc.
TravelEnthusiast
TravelEnthusiast
Pofengling.

Pofengling.

Pofengling Scenic Area Introduction ‌‌Pofengling Scenic Area is located 3 kilometers northwest of Huangshandian Village, Zhoukoudian Town, Fangshan District, Beijing. It is a tourist attraction with natural scenery and outdoor sports as the main theme. The Pofengling Scenic Area opened on April 1, 2021, and was rated as a national AAA-level tourist attraction on January 9, 2023. It has rich vegetation resources and is famous for its red leaf landscape in autumn. The types of red leaves include Yuanbao Maple, Huanglu, Torch, and other varieties. Every autumn, the entire scenic area is decorated with red leaves like a poem and a painting, attracting many tourists to watch. ‌ Pofengling not only has beautiful natural scenery but also has a profound historical and cultural heritage. There are historical sites such as Hongluo Sanxian, one of the eight scenic spots in Fangshan during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and Yuxu Palace, the summer palace of court officials above the fourth rank in the Qing Dynasty. In addition, Pofengling is known as the "Little Huangshan in West Beijing" because of its steep terrain, undulating mountains, and dense forests. The best time to watch red leaves is from mid-October to mid-November every year. The beautiful scenery of red leaves in the forest attracts a large number of tourists.
_23_1990_Ryan
_23_1990_Ryan
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The courtyard is so beautiful.

The courtyard is so beautiful.

✨[First impression] The courtyard is so beautiful. 👍 🙋[To the host] The service is very enthusiastic and thoughtful, responsive, and the problem is solved in a timely manner. The host is a young man who is very humorous and talkative. 💡[Surprise from the homestay] The night view is super beautiful, and the hardware facilities are really top-notch in terms of brand and comfort. 📍[Convenience of the surrounding area] It is very close to Yudushan, and you can see the mountain from the courtyard! 🛏[House facilities I must mention] All first-line brands are really luxurious, with a soaking pool, KTV, professional audio-visual room and a super large swimming pool... The courtyard left a deep impression, and I will definitely come again in the future!
elliesunrise&
elliesunrise&
Is Shichahai really worth visiting?

Is Shichahai really worth visiting?

✨Efficient and not tiring tour of Shichahai (it's best to come around just before noon) Start from the small alley next to the south gate of the Lotus Flower Market, where you can first encounter 'Sanhe Daoxiang Village'. There are several Daoxiang Village shops here, and you can choose to buy specialties as needed Following the path, you can see 'Nanmen Shuanrou'! Remember to get a number first because you can only get a number offline and the waiting time starts from at least an hour and a half After getting the number, continue along the path, cross the small bridge to the opposite bank to find 'Sugar House Coffee'. Here you can enjoy the air conditioning, have a cup of coffee, and enjoy the moment of tranquility. After a short rest, you can go and eat authentic old Beijing instant-boiled mutton. Additionally, the Lotus Flower Market has many interesting cultural and creative shops and photo shoot spots. After eating, it's also great to stroll around the lively market. Wait until the evening sunset to return to Shichahai, find the Yinding Bridge to watch the sunset, and wait for the sea of orange, it's really beautiful! 🎙Introduction: Shichahai is a historical and cultural tourism scenic area and a historical and cultural preservation area in Beijing. Located in the central urban area of Xicheng District, it is the largest and most intact historical district in Beijing. Shichahai includes three bodies of water: Qianhai, Houhai, and Xihai (also known as Jishuitan) and the adjacent areas, echoing the 'Front Sanhai', commonly known as 'Back Sanhai'. Shichahai is also written as 'Shicha Sea'. Since the Qing Dynasty, it has become a place for leisure and summer retreat, and is one of the famous scenic spots in Yanjing 💕Tips: If you want to take a boat tour, there are several ports, but you generally have to queue for a long time, and it's super hot to tour the lake in hot weather, so be prepared for sun protection to prevent heatstroke Many bars in Houhai are traps, don't get tricked To get a good seat at Sugar House Coffee, you need to go early and wait Nanmen Shuanrou serves too much food, so order less
Ward_85 Liam
Ward_85 Liam
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Spring in Summer Palace
freehotelstay

Spring in Summer Palace

Happily spent a good weekend in Summer Palace or 颐和园. It was quite packed with visitors in Saturday. But it was a good experience to enjoy the spring breeze and great Chinese architecture. ✨Activities that you can do here; sightseeing, photo-taking. ✨ Time to visit; spare at least 3-4 hours to enjoy the amazing side of Summer Palace. But I recommend you to spare a full day (from early morning to sunset time) to get a deeper experience. You can buy the ticket online, or via walk-in locket. The price are the same. Entrance ticket is 10 RMB, but if you buy the bundling version, it costs 50 RMB. Usually, the ticket only works for the same day before 14.30 PM. So, if you already bought the ticket, you should enter Summer Palace before 14.30. #freehotelstay
Travelwithfei
Travelwithfei
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Beijing|Miaofeng Mountain is worth a visit for this door alone.

Beijing|Miaofeng Mountain is worth a visit for this door alone.

Miaofeng Mountain in western Beijing has a long history Even today Its picturesque scenery Has become a popular day trip destination in the suburbs of Beijing We also caught the tail end of the Miaofeng Mountain Opera Culture Festival And witnessed many famous opera scenes performed live We experienced traditional culture during the Mid-Autumn Festival 🎫|Tickets: 40r 🚗|Transportation: It is recommended to drive there, you can drive directly to the top of the mountain ⏱️|Opening hours: 8:30-16:30 ✅Recommended check-in points: ❶Xishen Temple The only temple in Beijing dedicated to the god of drama, you can burn incense and pray for blessings ❷Nianniang Temple Located behind Xishen Temple, use the archway as a composition idea, the background is a white tower, you can take many life photos on Miaofeng Mountain ❸Yuhuangding There are many steps, it is the highest point of Miaofeng Mountain, red walls, steps, pine forests, stone tablets, it is also the most popular check-in place ❹Jiafu Cultural and Creative Store The opera-themed cultural and creative products are very popular
JacksonRichardson_23
JacksonRichardson_23
May all your wishes come true.

May all your wishes come true.

The Temple of Heaven is located in the Dongcheng District of Beijing. It is an important place where ancient Chinese emperors worshiped heaven and prayed for a good harvest. Here is a travel guide for the Temple of Heaven: - Preparations: - Make a reservation in advance: The scenic area implements a real-name appointment system, and no appointment is not allowed. It is recommended to make an appointment for the date of admission on the official website or official mobile app one day in advance, and enter the park according to the appointment period. - Pay attention to the weather: Check the weather forecast before traveling and arrange your itinerary reasonably. - Prepare items: Prepare ID cards, cameras, chargers, comfortable shoes, rain gear, sunscreen and other items according to personal needs. - Transportation guide: - Bus: Take bus No. 336, 53, 62, 958, 122, 141 to Tiantan South Gate Station; take bus No. 120, 141, 20, 2, 36, 53 to Tiantan West Gate Station; take bus No. 106, 110, 34, 35, 36 to Tiantan North Gate; take bus No. 116, 128, 39, 41, 43, 6 to Fahua Temple Station. - Subway: Take Subway Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station, Exit A; take Subway Line 8 to Tianqiao Station, Exit C. - Self-driving: Depart from Beijing city, drive along Chongwenmen Outer Street and Tiantan Road to reach the Temple of Heaven. - Tour route: - Morning: - Circular Mound: The Circular Mound is the place where the emperor held the Winter Solstice Sacrifice, also known as the Sacrifice Altar. The Circular Mound Altar is a three-layer open-air circular platform carved and built. The altar surface is made of Artemisia argyi green stone, and the white marble railings and railings are carved into two outer square and inner circles. The wall symbolizes "the sky is round and the earth is square". - Imperial Vault of Heaven: The Imperial Vault of Heaven is the place where the gods of the Circular Mound Altar are worshipped. Its wall is the famous Echo Wall. The Echo Wall is a circular wall with a smooth and neat wall surface and a very regular arc, which has a special regular refraction to sound waves. - Danbi Bridge: Danbi Bridge is the main passage connecting the Circular Mound and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. It is a brick and stone platform with a length of 360 meters and a width of 29.4 meters. It gradually rises from south to north, symbolizing the emperor's step by step rise to the sky. - Noon: - Enjoy lunch in the restaurant in the scenic area: There are many restaurants in the scenic area to choose from, and you can taste Beijing's special delicacies. - Afternoon: - Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests: The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is the main building of the Temple of Heaven, also known as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. It is a place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties prayed for the valley in the early spring. It is a magnificent three-story round hall with a gilt dome, blue tiles and red pillars. - Huangqian Hall: Huangqian Hall is an auxiliary building of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. It is a large hall for the worship of the main and auxiliary gods of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. - Shengle Bureau: The Shengle Bureau is an auxiliary building of the Temple of Heaven. It is a place where the Ming and Qing dynasties rehearsed sacrificial rituals and trained sacrificial music and dance students. - Accommodation arrangements: - Hotels around the scenic area: You can choose to stay in hotels around the scenic area, which is convenient for sightseeing. - Hotels in downtown Beijing: There are many hotels in downtown Beijing to choose from, and you can choose according to your budget and needs. - Food recommendation: - Beijing Roast Duck: It is a traditional famous dish in Beijing, known for its crispy skin, tender meat and rich aroma. - Fried Sauce Noodles: It is a traditional noodle dish in Beijing, with fried sauce and noodles as the main ingredients, and the taste is smooth. - Bean Juice: It is a traditional snack in Beijing, made from mung beans and fermented, with a unique taste. - Precautions: - Pay attention to safety: During the tour, pay attention to safety, abide by the regulations of the scenic area, and do not climb or damage the facilities of the scenic area. - Pay attention to time: Pay attention to the opening hours of the scenic area and the performance time, arrange the tour time reasonably, and avoid missing wonderful performances and activities. - Pay attention to environmental protection: During the tour, pay attention to environmental protection, do not litter, and keep the cleanliness and hygiene of the scenic area. The above guide is for reference only, and you can adjust it according to your own interests and time. During the tour, pay attention to safety and enjoy a happy time!
Evelyn@890 Clark
Evelyn@890 Clark
Explore Beijing's hutongs with a local: Xiaoju Hutong.

Explore Beijing's hutongs with a local: Xiaoju Hutong.

📍Address: Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District, Beijing 🚗Transportation: Shared bikes are convenient 👍️Must-see: In the Ming Dynasty, it was called Juzi Hutong. In the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, the north section was called Chushu Hutong, and the south section was called Juer Hutong. In the Xuantong period, it was called Xiaoju Hutong, and the name was retained after the Republic of China. In March 2022, it was included in the "Traditional Place Names Protection List of the Core Area of Capital Functions (Streets and Hutongs, First Batch)". 🎟️Tickets: No reservation or ticket required 💗Other tips: Close to Dongzhimen Inner Street Food Street
Penelope Carmichael
Penelope Carmichael
A must-try Xinjiang restaurant on Guijie.

A must-try Xinjiang restaurant on Guijie.

🕍Environment: The bright blue sign is eye-catching. The two-story restaurant is decorated with Uyghur-style hats, giving it a strong Xinjiang vibe. 🌈Big Plate Chicken: A huge plate of chicken! The chicken is tender and juicy, the potatoes are soft and flavorful, and the green and red peppers not only add color, but also a rich taste. Each piece of chicken is covered in a rich sauce, making it spicy and delicious. 😍  🌈Lamb Skewers: The lamb skewers are sizzling and oily, making them very appetizing. The meat is tender and juicy, and each bite is full of the rich flavor of lamb. There's no gamey taste, just pure deliciousness. The skewers are cooked to perfection. The outside is golden and crispy, while the inside is still tender and smooth. The moment you take a bite, the meat juice fills your mouth. 🌈Xinjiang Roast Buns: A bite of the bun is full of surprises! The crust is crispy and golden, and the filling is a perfect blend of lamb and onions, which is rich but not greasy. You can also taste the unique spices of Xinjiang. 💁Service: It feels like you're in Xinjiang. The waiters are all from Yili, Xinjiang. They are warm and hospitable, and they serve Xinjiang yogurt as soon as you arrive. The dishes are served quickly. 🕍Restaurant Name: Yili Loulan Restaurant (Guijie Branch) 🌏Address: 282 Dongzhimen Inner Street
Bella~Cook
Bella~Cook
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A beautiful guesthouse by Yanqi Lake that no one knows about.

A beautiful guesthouse by Yanqi Lake that no one knows about.

In Huairou, Beijing, by Yanqi Lake, there is a beautiful guesthouse that no one knows about⁉️ I'm shocked 😱 This is unbelievable 😭! The perfect collision of art gallery and wabi-sabi style 💥, it's so beautiful that it makes me cry 😭! 🏡 Guesthouse reveal 👀🔻 Design inspiration is bursting 💥, art gallery temperament meets wabi-sabi style, perfectly mixed to create a unique charm 💯, the whole building is like an art gallery, eye-catching 👀, it's amazing 😱! 🔻 Unique artistic charm adds infinite brilliance to the surrounding mountains 🏞️, magnificent scenery is a blockbuster in the circle of friends 📸, full of vitality 🔥, definitely a beautiful scenery in the circle of friends! 🔻 Arch elements are everywhere 🌀, making the space more atmospheric and simple, the sense of design is full 👍🏻! 🛌 Room type 🛌 The whole courtyard has 6 rooms, standard occupancy is 17 people, luxurious double bed & cozy single bed are available: 1️⃣-2️⃣ private hot spring room, couples/families can enjoy the romantic time of hot spring 🛁; 3️⃣ couple room, sweet atmosphere is full 💖; 4️⃣-6️⃣ bathtub room, you can enjoy comfortable and pleasant bath time every day 🛁. ‼️ Five-star standard decoration, complete facilities: air conditioning, floor heating, TV, projector, independent bathroom, smart toilet... and free mineral water 🥤 and disposable drinks! 🎤 Independent KTV, high-end projection + dual microphone, sound insulation effect is great, no pressure to sing until dawn 🎉! 🀄️ Fully automatic mahjong machine is waiting for you to fight, winning is so much fun 🎲! 🍢 Super large terrace, barbecue and roast whole lamb are all proficient, enjoy delicious food in the mountains and streams 🔥! 🌌 Terrace stargazing at night, warm color lights illuminate the whole space, full of memory points ✨! 🧑🍳 Food 🍽️ Independent restaurant 48 square meters, super long table + double electric hot pot, complete kitchen equipment, self-prepared seasoning, easy to handle dinner party 🍲! Company annual meeting, department team building, family gathering, girlfriends travel, shooting live broadcast, proposal scene... all can be held 🎉! 🎯 There are many attractions around 🏞️ Shimen Mountain, Yanqi Lake, Hongluo Temple, Huairou Huabei International Ski Resort... surrounded by 4A-level scenic spots, just go 🚗!
Evelyn.Simmons.56
Evelyn.Simmons.56
Fengtai is also starting to city|The first Ice Cream Festival is happening~

Fengtai is also starting to city|The first Ice Cream Festival is happening~

Big Fengtai is also starting to make things happen 🎉 The first Ice Cream Festival is held in Majia Fort It's so close, it's a bit unreasonable not to come and take a look There are stamp collection activities You can get stamps by participating in games or taking photos The area is not large, and there are not many people It's okay to stop by and take a look No need to come all the way here on purpose Note~ No free ice cream to eat! After all, there is no admission fee~ Event Date: 2024.08.23-08.25 Address: Majia Fort Cultural Activity Center
ALEXA WELLS
ALEXA WELLS
Just a 2-hour drive from Beijing.

Just a 2-hour drive from Beijing.

🚗 A 2-hour drive from Beijing 🕰️, I thought I had traveled to the fairyland of Kanas 🏞️! It turns out that the 100-mile landscape gallery in Yanqing hides such amazing autumn scenery, which is so beautiful that it is intoxicating 🍂! 📍Location: Yanqing 100-mile Landscape Gallery 🎨 📸Autumn photos: October 16, colorful, poetic and picturesque 🖼️ 🚗Self-driving strategy: Depart from the city, about 2 hours by car, the autumn scenery along the way is charming, stop at any time, freeze the beautiful moment 📸 🍂One-day autumn tour route, take you to appreciate the beautiful autumn scenery: 📍First stop: Dripping Kettle 💧, the ticket is only 25 yuan/person 💰 🍁The golden trees and Huizhou-style buildings complement each other, the blue-green lake and red leaves compete for beauty, as if walking into the small Jiuzhaigou in the suburbs of Beijing, every place is a surprise 🎉! The scenic spot is small and exquisite, and it takes about 1 hour to walk around 🚶‍♀️ 📍Second stop: Xiannai Mountain Village 🏞️, free admission 🆓 🏕️This is an excellent place for camping and barbecue. The vehicle goes directly to the river. The stream is gurgling, the golden woods, like the tranquility and beauty of Kanas in Xinjiang, is small and quiet, almost undisturbed 🍃 📍Third stop: Yongxinbao Village 🏡, also free admission 🆓 🍁A hundred acres of two-color maple forest, red and yellow intertwined, dazzling 🎨! Vehicles can drive into the forest, camp and enjoy the autumn, and enjoy the gift of nature 🎁! ⚠️Reminder: 🍁The yellow maple forest is all yellow and is quietly falling 🍂 🍁The red maple forest is showing its face, waiting to bloom 🌹 📍Navigation location: "Yongxinbao Village", you can see this beautiful autumn scenery by the highway 👀
Amelia Gray 345~
Amelia Gray 345~
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