Beijing Zhihua Temple Pear Blossoms | Ancient Temple Spring Snow

| Ancient Temple Spring Snow. 📅 Best Viewing Time Pear blossoms are expected to be in full bloom from late March to mid-April 2025, with the best viewing period around the Qingming Festival. Lilacs (late March) and crabapple blossoms (April) will follow the pear blossoms, creating a "triple concerto of flowers." 🎟 Tickets and Reservations 1⃣ Ticket Purchase: Limited to 2,000 visitors per day. Reservations are required 5 days in advance through the official WeChat account "Zhihua Temple." New quotas are released at 21:00. 2⃣ Price: 20 CNY/person, half price for students, free for seniors over 60, etc. 🚌 Transportation Subway: Line 6 to Chaoyangmen Station, then a 10-minute walk. Bus: Route 24 or 674 to Lumi Cang Station, or Route 44 to Yabao Road Station. Car: Parking is recommended at the Galaxy SOHO parking lot, as parking within the hutongs is difficult. 🌟 Must-See Guide 1⃣ Core Flower Viewing Areas: In front of the Mahavira Hall: Century-old pear trees stand against red walls and gray tiles, with pear blossoms falling like snow onto the ancient temple. Around the Bell Tower/Drum Tower: Capture the flower sea and ancient architecture together for a perfect photo. Hidden Flower Viewing Areas: Lilacs (white/purple) in the first courtyard and crabapple blossoms (following the pear blossoms) in the fourth courtyard. 2⃣ Photography Tips: Arrive before 9:00 am: Avoid crowds and capture empty scenes and ancient-style photos. 1 hour before closing: Soft lighting, fewer people, and beautiful scenery. 3⃣ Cultural Experiences: Beijing Music Performance: 10:00 am and 15:00 pm, listen to the "living fossil of ancient music." ⚠ Important Notes Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30), closed on Mondays. Free admission on Wednesdays for Beijing Trade Union card holders. Clothing Suggestions: Light-colored clothing is recommended for photos. Bring a light jacket for temperature changes in the morning and evening. Respectful Flower Viewing: Do not climb or break branches. Protect cultural relics and ancient buildings.