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Nearly all agree that sitting on couches by Houhai Lake while talking with your friends or slowly strolling through the hutong shops is very nice ... in the summer!
But don't let the Siberian cold fronts stop you because they create a whole different Houhai experience that can only be enjoyed when things get a little bit nippy.
With the freezing temperatures that have pushed their way into Beijing this year, such activities could make you loose a toe or finger to frostbite if you are not careful.
Houhai Lake is now well frozen, so it's high time you put down your hot coco or coffee, throw an extra layer on and head downtown.
The best time to get a feel of Houhai's winter fun is in the late morning or early afternoon on the weekend.
The frozen lake bursts into life with ice skaters, hockey lessons, ice sleds and even a local polar bear club.
In an admirable effort to bring sanity to the crowds, the icy lake is divided into various sections according to the chosen activity. The chatter, laughter and motion add a certain excitement.
Don't just go after work for a nice dinner and a beer at a pub because you will miss the whole winter experience.
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