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Spring outing in Beijing

Updated: 2011-03-30 13:30

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Spring outing in Beijing

Clove at Jietai Temple [Photo/mtgtours.com]

Clove tree is one of the most precious plants in Jietai Temple. There are 1,100 clove trees, 20 of which are 200 years old. Jietai Temple boasts of being one of the oldest clove trees in Beijing.

Best time to watch: April 15 until May 15

Admission: 35 yuan

How to get there: take subway to the west end Pingguoyuan station, and transfer to bus 931.

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