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Seventeen-Arch Bridge

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The Seventeen-Arch Bridge is the longest bridge within the Summer Palace, stretching gracefully across Kunming Lake. Built from stone, it connects the eastern shore with Nanhu Island. Its design reflects traditional Chinese bridge architecture combined with imperial grandeur.

What to See & Do

  • 🚶 Walk across the full length 📏 of the stone bridge 🌉
  • 🦁 Observe carved stone lions along the railings 🏛️ at every interval 🐾
  • 🌅 Enjoy wide lake views 🌊 in both directions 🛶
  • 📸 Photograph reflections of arches in calm 💧 water 🖼️
  • ⛰️ Pause midway to admire Longevity Hill 🏯 scenery 🏮

How to Get There

  • 👟 On Foot: Accessible from lakeside paths 🌊 within the Summer Palace 🏰
  • 🚌 By Bus: City buses to Summer Palace entrances 📍, then walk inside 🚶
  • 🚇 By Subway: Line 4 to Beigongmen Station 🚆, follow signs to Kunming Lake 🏁

Travel Tips

  • 🚶 Walk slowly to enjoy views 🖼️ and architectural details 🧐
  • 👥 Visit during quieter hours 🕙 to avoid crowds 🚫
  • 📷 Bring a camera for wide-angle 🌅 lake shots 🎞️
  • 🤳 Be mindful of other visitors 🧍 when stopping for photos 📸

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕙 10:00 AM – Walk from the eastern shore 🏖️ toward the bridge 🌉
  • 🕥 10:30 AM – Cross slowly and enjoy 🌊 lake views 🌅
  • 🕚 11:30 AM – Explore Nanhu Island 🏝️ briefly 🚶
  • 🕐 01:00 PM – Return along 🌳 lakeside paths 🍃

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Same as Summer Palace opening hours

Entry Fee:

Included with Summer Palace ticke

Best Time to Visit:

Morning for clearer views or late afternoon for softer light

Location

📌Seventeen-Arch Bridge, Summer Palace, Haidian District, Beijing, China

👉 View on Google Maps

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