Winter in Beijing

Winters in Beijing are cold, with an average temperature below 0℃ (32℉) from December to February. Despite the constant complaints about Beijing's chilly winter, there's at least one major upside to the chilly season: winter activities! There is a wide range of winter activities in Beijing: Snow Skiing, Hot Spring Spas, trekking on the snow-covered Great Wall sections , the Ice Lantern Festival, and the Chinese New Year. Here's a guide to what and where you can grab a slice of the freezing fun. Wrap up warm and grab your friends or family, and start enjoying the nicer side of the capital's coldness! Skiing in Beijing Skiing adventures in and around Beijing make for the perfect winter getaway that's certain to please skiers of all ages and skill levels. With over 10 ski resorts and ski hills in the surrounding area, there is bound to be something for everyone. Here is a listing of ski resorts in Beijing that we would like to recommend to snowboarding fans. Most of the ski resorts are located in the mountainous areas and are considered the best places to take winter sports. Great Wall hiking is suitable for all seasons , while doing it in winter could be more exciting and challenging. In winter, the Great Wall takes on another charm, especially after the snowfall. It wriggles its way like a silver dragon. The plants and hills are covered with silver clothes. Even without snow, the grand system of the Great Wall, plus blue sky and white clouds, must attract you . Standing on the Great Wall, you may feel on top of the world. But even more important, it is off season for the Wall, and tours and Hotels are at their cheapest. So, travelling to the Great Wall in winter is a dollar-saving idea. It is a big challenge to trek the Great Wall in winter due to the chilly weather or even a slippery ice road if you visit after a snowfall. Here are some safe tips that you should pay attention to: Go with someone else. Have a mobile phone and know who to call for any emergency, and let others know what you are planning. Be prepared to back off if you do encounter ice, as there are very steep sections and a fall would be too serious to contemplate. Recommended Tour : 2-6 day trekking on different sections Beijing Hot Spring Spas Hot springs have been enjoyed in China for centuries because of their ability to relax as well as their positive effects on the human body .