TGIF: Hiking Getaway, Temple Yoga, Photography Workshop
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The weekend is here! Time for fun, relaxation, and recharging the ol' batteries ahead of *gulp* Monday morning's alarm clock. Luckily enough, there’s plenty of fun stuff to keep you occupied over the weekend that doesn't necessarily involve getting blitzed. Our weekend roundup offers you some of the best.
Feb 20-21: Jingxi Mountain Overnight Hike
Pack
your rucksack and join China Culture Plus on a hike through mountains
and hills along historic roads and paths that wind through ancient
villages. Spend a peaceful night in a modern guesthouse, awaking to the
rooster’s call instead of the sounds of city life. RMB 1,350.
Feb 20: Photos for the Road: Photography Workshop with Dan Sandoval
Join
professionally-trained photographer Dan Sandoval for a workshop geared
to those who want to hit the road and take better photos. Start with a
theory session covering everything from how to handle your camera,
composition, and how to prepare for the best shots by researching your
destination. Later, head out into the hutongs to put all that theory
into practice and then come together to share your best shots. Find out
more about Dan and book your slot via QR code below. RMB 650. 1-5pm. The Hutong
Feb 20: Laugh Your Ox Off with Beijing Improv
A
new year is what you make it, so Beijing Improv is here to make it up.
Join them at The Great Outdoors this Saturday, Feb 20, and you'll be
laughing your ox off in no time. RMB 70. 8.30pm. The Great Outdoors
Feb 21: Morning Temple Yoga With Yiyang
Join
local yoga teacher Yiyang for a yoga class in the serene setting of
Zhizhu Temple Hall (in the same location as TRB Hutong). The price of
the class includes premium oolong tea from Alishan. Pay and book your
spot via QR code below. RMB 180. 10-11.15am. Main hall of Zhizhu Temple
Feb 21: Chinese New Year Brunch at Zarah
Keep
the Spring Festival celebrations going with Zarah's Chinese New
Year-themed brunch. Enjoy local specials such as traditional Chinese
dumplings, DIY-breakfast jianbing, Chinese spring rolls, and
Beijing-style sweets, alongside a selection of more traditional brunch
offerings. RMB 198 or RMB 298 with free-flow alcoholic drinks. 10am-3pm.
Zarah
Feb 21: Treatment for two at Guo Yi Hui
Treat
a friend or loved one to a treatment for two at Guo Yi Hui traditional
Chinese Medicine Center this month. Enjoy a 40-minute thermal radiation
therapy treatment, which helps to relax and relieve sore muscles, for
two for just RMB 500 (usually RMB 500 each). Available on Sundays,
Mondays, and Wednesdays in February. RMB 500. 9am-5pm. Guo Yi Hui
Traditional Chinese Medicine Center
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