Mount Baihua national level natural reserve was built in 1985 and located in Qingshui Town in Mentougou District of Beijing. The total area is 2.17 hectares and the core area occupys 0.68 hectares. Mount Baihua is a natural reserve that belongs to the forest ecological system. It is the largest narural reserve in Beijing for higher plant and rare wild animals. Mount Baihua has abundant plants and animals resources, therefore it is called “natural zoo and arboretum” in North China Region.
Best time to visit Mount Baihua
The best time to visit Mount Baihua is during the spring and autumn seasons. As during these periods the temperature creates the perfect climate as during the months April, May September and October the weather is neither too hot nor too cold. It is for these reasons that Beijing in autumn, is referred to by both foreign tourists and the nationals as ‘Golden Beijing’, where the sky is high and the weather is fine.
Beijing is situated in the northern edge of North China Plain, the coldest month of the year is January with temperatures around -4.6 ℃, met by temperatures of around 26.1℃ in the hottest month of year, July; making the overall temperature for the year around 11.8℃. At the foot of hills and beside the sea, the climate in Beijing is typically warm, and semi-humid with four distinctive seasons all with their own individual features: a spring full of flowers, an autumn with an ever-present moon, a rain filled summer and a snowy winter. Winter is the longest lasting season while spring and autumn are short. Fortunately, heating installation indoor allows it to always feel like spring. Having said this there is big temperature difference inside and outside, hence it is advised that one bring thick sweaters and cotton padded coats when travelling during winter. .
It is useful when planning tours or trips to watch or read the weather forecast for Beijing. The Chinese are so well prepared for these weather conditions, that you can simply dial 859, an operator will dictate to you, the weather forecast for the day and the next day in both Chinese and English. It is important to note that, most touring programs in Beijing are based upon human heritage, historical architecture, folk customs and habits, therefore will not be affected by the weather. Making Beijing a cultural and historical destination to be visited all year round especially with travel agencies and restaurant’s providing off-season prices allowing you to save money and purchase some great deals!
Mount Baihua Tickets
20 yuan for each person
How to get to Mount Baihua
- By bus
Take Bus NO 917 at Tianqiao or Liuliqiao Station first, and then transfer to Bus NO 21 at Hebei Passenger Station and get off at Lianhua An.
- By Car
Jing-Shi Expressway Exit—Dajian Road—Hebei Town— Tuoli—Dongzhuangzi—The National road No 108—Jiayu Kou—Shijia Ying—Mount Baihua.
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