The Badachu (simplified Chinese: 八大处; traditional Chinese: 八大處; pinyin: bādàchǔ; also known as "Badachu Park") is a complex of monasteries located on the outskirts of urban Beijing, which means "Eight Great Sites" that refers to the eight Buddhist temples and nunneries scattered across the Cuiwei, Pingpo, and Lushi hills in Shijingshan District, at the foot of Beijing's Western Hills.
According to the legend, at the end of the Sui dynasty, Lu Shi tamed two dragons and buried them in the mountain.
[2] Visitors can walk from one temple to another, viewing the area's scenery, arbor, and rare ancient trees.
Some of these trees have been standing for over six centuries, but their roots and branches are still strong and in good shape.
In September and October, when the leaves are turning red, crowds of tourists come to climb the mountains.