Travel Tips

On November 9, Beijing's first waterway connecting the city center with the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center (BMC) became navigable.

Longest Urban Waterway

With a total length of 28 kilometers, the route starts from the INDIGO pier on the Bahe River, meandering through key areas including Jiangtai, Jiuxianqiao, Dongba, Jinzhan, and the Wenyu River, and finally reaches the Grand Canal's section in BMC, making it the longest urban waterway in Beijing. Four locks along the route have been completed to ensure smooth passage, while the 15-kilometer section from the INDIGO pier on the Bahe River to the Wenyu River is in the trial navigation phase, ensuring smooth sailing along the waterway.

A Floral Corner

The waterway offers breathtaking scenery all year-round, serving as a moving art gallery on water. In spring, peach trees of various kinds (including Prunus davidiana and Prunus persica 'Duplex') bloom one after the other; while in autumn, the golden leaves of "Jinye" border privets

(Ligustrum obtusifolium cv. jinye), along with dawn redwoods in orange and red hues, together make up a vivid oil painting.

Throughout the year, the riverbanks are adorned with flowers like Chinese violet cress and cosmos. Each season has its own charm, making it an ideal place to capture stunning photos anytime.

An Awesome Travel Choice

The waterway is also a hidden gem for sightseeing, shopping, and dining, connecting numerous popular commercial areas and cultural parks—so engaging that you won't want to leave!

At Langyuan Station, you'll be treated to a perfect combination of riverside views, greenery, bookstores, and cafés, perfect for afternoon tea and nightlife.

You can also visit the 798-751 Art District or the Lido business area for a different experience. After exploring art exhibitions, you can stroll into trendy shops, enjoying shopping, exhibitions, and dining all in one place.

Of course, Taikoo Place Beijing is a must-see — this new commercial landmark integrating urban functions and water views will never disappoint you!

The riverside experiences are equally exciting. So far, the waterfront paths stretching 21 kilometers along both banks of the Bahe River have been completed, forming a combined transport network for walking and cycling.

To ensure a smooth experience for both cyclists and pedestrians, the underpasses under 13 river-crossing bridges have been linked together. Eventually, this waterfront greenway will be extended to 43.4 kilometers — something worth looking forward to in the near future!

When the sunny days still remain, grab your friends and go experience it together!

(Sources: Beijing Fabu, Beijing Daily)