• The syllable xiang in the Fragrant Hills' Chinese name Xiangshan refers to incense, not fragrance per se.
  • Fragrant Hills was formally opened as a park in 1956. After extensive reconstruction, it again took on its unique charm, and has become a famous tourist resort.
  • Situated in the east part of Western Hills, 17 miles (28 kilometers) northwest of Beijing City, Fragrant Hills Park is very large, made up of hills and forest...
  • In 1860 and 1900, the Fragrant Hills Park was twice destroyed by foreign troops following the Summer Palace and the yuan ming yuan (the Old Summer Palace).
  • Location: The Fragrant Hills Park (also named the Xiangshan / Xiangshan Hill) is located on the west of Beijing city. It is about 20 kilometers from Beijing city center.
  • ...(北宫门), take exit A and then there is a bus stop (probably with a big queue next to it) which is specifically for going to Fragrant Hills.
  • Every autumn, Fragrant Hills Park is packed with tourists who flock to the park in admiration of the maple leaves that dye its many trees bright red.
  • Jul–31 Aug; 6am–5.30pm remainder. ¥ 10 (¥5 winter). m Fragrant Hills (Xī Jiāo Line). b to 香山公园东门: 563 (from m Xī Zhī Mén, the Zoo, Summer Palace North...
  • The park’s architectural wonders, including the renowned Fragrant Hills and Xiangshan Temple, further accentuate its historical importance.