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These three inter-connected lakes are one of the great outdoor areas in Běijīng and a
prime spot to watch, and join, the locals at play. Ringed by bars and restaurants, the lakes
themselves provide much of the entertainment. In the summer, flotillas of pedalos take to
the water. During the winter, the lakes are the best place in the capital to ice skate. Then
there's fishing, kayaking and swimming (for the brave). But perhaps the most amenable op-
tion is simply meandering around them, enjoying the sight of Beijingers letting their hair
down.
Běihǎi Park & Xīchéng North
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