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Beihai Park – A Park that would take your breath away

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Beihai Park in Beijing China is a majestic garden located towards the northwest of Forbidden City. This magnificent arena was initially built in the 10th century and fall within one of the largest gardens in China. Within this garden one could witness many historical landmarks like temples, palaces and significant structures. This garden was opened to the public from the year 1925 as a public park. Beihai Park is also connected to Shichahai from its South. The park spreads throughout an area of over 69 hectares along with a huge lake that covers almost half of the park.


When you reach the middle of the park you would come across an island known as Qionghua which has a peak of 32 m. the park houses a pool called Taiye from the North which is interconnected with another two pools given the names South Sea and Middle Sea. The Taiye pool in the park is also commonly known as the Beihai. Similar to other imperial gardens of China, the Beihai Park too has imitated its construction to elaborate scenic venues and architecture from various regions of China. They have taken the Taihu Lake, garden arrangements of Suzhou, sophisticated pavilions of Hangzhou and Yangzhou have inspired in constructing this outstanding garden. The breathtaking sceneries and structures are considered as master works of gardening which reflects the delicate techniques and styles used with extreme craftsmanship which boats the true opulence of customary Chinese garden art.


In the Qionghua island in the park stands a white pagoda known as the Bai Ta. This striking stupa takes a height of 40 m and is placed in the crest of the island. This colossal stupa is a structure of white stone with the moon, sun and flames engraved as decorations on its surface. After being massacred by an earthquake which happened in1679, the pagoda was rebuilt in the following year. If you’re a tourist planning to visit Beijing, a Beijing airport hotel would suit you well. If you wish to visit the Beihai Park, Langham Place Beijing Capital Airport would be convenient and it houses some of the finest hotel rooms in Beijing.



Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.

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Shopping in Sydney- Sensational Shopping Spree

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The perfect way to explore the city’s best shopping attractions is to join a city tour which takes you to all the bustling malls, department stores and markets in the town. If you are familiar with the area, you can plan out your own shopping tour in Sydney.

Apart from the luxury stores located in the Central Business District, there are popular stores in the suburbs including Penrith, Chatswood and MacArthur. Some of the popular streets with booming fashion stores are Crown Street in Surry Hills, Oxford Street in Paddington, Queen Street in Woollahra and Campbell Parade and Hall Street in Bond Beach.

Hip and groovy Strand Arcade, peaceful Skygarden and the stylish Glasshouse are some of the chic malls catering to high-end shopping. You can shop for both imported brands and the best clothing under an Australian label, cosmetic accessories and a wide range of designer perfumes and handbags in these stores.
If you are looking for an even wider range of speciality stores, you must explore several markets in Sydney for products which are cheaper and affordable even for an average shopper. The Rocks Market in the Rocks Historical District and Sydney Chinatown are two such places where you would get a wide selection of souvenirs, art and craft, antiques, jewellery and books.

There are stylish restaurants, cafes and pubs in these shopping districts mainly catering to the shoppers who are involved in sensational shopping in Sydney. Do not forget to savour authentic Australian cuisine such as the famous Australian meat pie while you shop in Sydney.
Shops are usually open from 9 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday and during the weekend these hours slightly vary. Almost all stores accept major credit cards and you can also use electronic network debit cards in most of these stores.

At the end of an exhausting day of shopping, it is ideal to find refuge at a relaxing luxury hotel in Sydney to indulge in all the modern comforts and spoil yourself at an all-inclusive spa. The Langham Sydney boasts to be a serene sanctuary designed to calm and pamper anyone who is looking for comforts of a 5 star hotel Sydney.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.

Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney – Discovering a Rich Natural Heritage

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One of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations, Sydney offers a perfect getaway for the entire family. Located by the coast, this multicultural city is a great place to soak up the sun while having fun in the sand and surf, while the many museums, parks and shopping and entertainment venues offer countless hours of excitement. Though the city boasts modern development, it is also home to areas that let you experience the country’s rich natural heritage such as the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney.

Located near the iconic Opera House, these famous gardens were inaugurated in 1816 and look out across Sydney Harbour. Covering an area of around 30 hectares, it is the country’s oldest botanic garden and is bordered by a scenic area known as the Domain. Home to an extensive array of plants, with special focus on species from Australia and the South Pacific region, the gardens offer an idyllic getaway.

Entry into the Royal Botanic Gardens is free and visitors have various sections that they can choose to explore. The Rainforest Walk gives you the chance to see how native plants form the balance of a rainforest ecosystem, while those heading to the Herb Garden can view herbs from different parts of the world which are used for everything from medicine to cooking. Those who love the beauty of flowering plants can visit the Begonia Garden and the Palace Rose Garden which features close to 2,000 colourful roses.
Not to be missed is a visit to the award-winning, ‘Cadi Jam Ora: First Encounters’ where you can learn about the Aboriginal heritage which is very much interlinked with nature. This section is where you can see native vegetation along with a display of the First Farm, which showcases initial farming practices used by Europeans.

The Rare and Threatened Plants Garden, Old Mill Garden & Greenway Terrace, Pioneer Garden and the Australian Native Rockery are among the other sections worth visiting. The Royal Botanic Gardens is also where you will find the glass pyramid shaped, Sydney Tropical Centre, where visitors can get up close with exotic plant life from the tropics.
Those looking for a luxury hotel in Sydney that makes an ideal base from which to explore the city and such sites of interest as the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the Royal Botanic Gardens can choose The Langham Sydney. Located in the Rocks area, this 5 star hotel Sydney is ideal for families, couples and business travellers.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.