Spring

Springtime Travelling

May is the best time of the year to travel in China. The average temperature is around 25 degree centigrade in the north and 30 degrees centigrade in the south. For readers itching to take a break, we present two pages of recommendations by CITS Beijing, followed by some suggestion for weekend tours in Beijing itself.

The Sweet Scent of Magnolias

The first sign of Beijing's spring is the magnolia, a precious and beautiful white or purple flower that can only be seen in a few places.

Where to See Flowers (May - June)

White lilacs in the Temple of Heaven, Chinese peonies and roses in Beijing Botanical Garden, bamboo at Purple Bamboo Park; green pines, cypresses, lilacs and peonies in the Temple of the Altar as Beijing blooms into life, Beijing This Month recommends the following locations for thehighlights of the season.