Pingbei Martyrs Memorial Park of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression

Address: Hanhaozhuang village, Zhangshanying town, Yanqing district, Beijing
Opening hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (entry until 4 pm)
Admission: Free

The memorial park, nestled in Beijing’s mountainous district of Yanqing, is a significant site for visitors to explore the history of Chinese people’s resistance against Japanese aggression from 1931 to 1945. Spanning 24,000 square meters, the park features a memorial monument, a memorial hall, a special exhibition hall, and a group of sculptures, offering an education site on Beijing’s wartime history.

One of the memorial park’s key landmarks, the Pingbei Martyrs Memorial Monument of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, was completed in October 1989. Standing 14.2 meters high and 6.3 meters wide, the monument breaks from traditional symmetrical designs with its striking depiction of a rifle and a broken bayonet, symbolizing the fierce battles of war. The monument reflects the resilience and sacrifice of the northern Beijing’s military and civilians, who fought valiantly to defend their homeland. Visitors can gain a deep understanding of their unwavering spirit and heroic determination in the face of adversity.

For those eager to delve further into history, the memorial hall as the park’s main exhibition space is worth a visit. Through artifacts, photographs, and historical narratives, visitors can explore key events from March 1933 to September 1945 taking place in northern Beijing, gaining insight into the struggles and resistance efforts of the northern Beijing’s military and civilians against Japanese aggression. The memorial provides an engaging and educational experience, allowing visitors to connect with this pivotal chapter in history.