# Houhai

Beijing, China

Houhai, the Rear Lake, is the largest of the three Shichahai lakes, covering 35 hectares in Xicheng District. Built under the Yuan dynasty, its hutong shoreline is now famous for bars, cafes and lakeside nightlife.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Houhai, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 39.94111111, 116.37888889

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