Blog Tag - Hiking

Solar Terms 101: Lit up ShuangjiangBe awa with fiery leaves and shining persimmons.  
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 节气 jiéqì solar terms based on seasonal changes and natural phenomenon. They play an...
Solar Terms 101: The Art of Familial Piety and Practicing an Ancient Chinese Detox
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 节气 jiéqì solar terms based on seasonal changes and natural phenomenon. They play an...
Hitting the Wall: Hikes to Try Once You’ve Exhausted Mutianyu and Badaling
While most of us who live in Beijing are aware that we are extremely lucky to have such close access to a landmark like the Great Wall, there’s no...
What You Really Need To Go Camping in Beijing
With the spread of the pandemic within the capital city forcing schools to go online and events to be cancelled, we are all left wondering how best...
Peking Man Tour: A Fun Historical Adventure for the Whole Family
It’s a chance to play Indiana Jones, or Dora the Explorer – whichever fits your family demographic better – but the Peking Man Tour is, in many an...
Busy Holiday: Hikes to Stay Fit Over the Break
In Busy Holiday, we're giving you a few things to try over the October Break. You always say to yourself that you want to get out and hike while the...
Shenglian Mountain: Like Hiking Through a Textbook of Chinese History and Mythology
In case you missed it, autumn officially started last Sunday, at least according to China’s 24 solar terms and the almighty gods of retail who’ve...
Spring Is (Almost) Here: Where to Feel the Changing Seasons Around Beijing
It's that time of the year. While some of us are still tightly snuggled up in puffy winter coats and mittens, others are already getting into lighter...
As Winter Hits, These Parks Are Taking a Break
Last weekend the first snow of the year descended on Beijing, decidedly plunging the city into a long, cold winter. For outdoor enthusiasts, this can...
Out of The Rings: Driving Through the Cloud Sea
Here at the Beijinger, we strive to help you get the most out of downtown life by sharing all manner of news about restaurants, nightlife, and the...
Hike in the Footsteps of the Emperors With a Weekend Visit to Mount Tai
There are plenty of hiking opportunities to be had around the outskirts of Beijing but for something a little more challenging that also packs a one-...
Beyond the Hutong: Exploring the Paths Less Traveled South of the Clouds
This article comes from the Hutong (WeChat ID: TheHutong), which aims to educate people about Chinese history, geography, and culture, in Beijing...
R No Need to leave Beijing, These Tours Are Back on For the May Day Holiday
Even with the news that those returning to Beijing no longer need to observe quarantine, it may be a bit short notice to sit down and arrange big...
Hiker Killed By Strong Wind After Being Blown Over Cliff Edge in Fangshan
This year, Beijing’s windy winter began with tragedy after a hiker was blown over a cliff edge in the city's southwestern Fangshan District. The 53-...
DP One Day Trip to Chengde’s Imperial Mountain Resort
For ardent China travelers, the stunning Potala Palace in Tibet is considered a must-see bucket-list destination, and rightfully so. However, for...