There is only one hill to be found in Beijing: Jingshan Hill, also known as “Feng Shui Hill” or as “Coal Hill“. It offers very impressive views of the Forbidden City and entire Beijing.

Reasons to go there

From the top of the hill there are wonderful views of Beijing, especially over the Forbidden City, hence its name, which means “Scenic Hill”. The hill top offers a 360 degree vista: DianMen Dajie with at the end the Drum Tower, Beihai Park and of course the entire city itself.  It might be a good idea to start your sightseeing trip of Beijing here.

Below the hill there are a small gardens with benches to relax weary feet and maybe write a postcard or two.

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