Yanqi Lake, which literally means the lake where wild geese take a rest, is nestled against mountains on three sides, offering a fantastic view and a perfect break from the hustle and bustle of city life. For those who want to enjoy a pleasant day trip or weekend getaway from Beijing, there is one reason to visit the Yanqi Lake in Huairou district: The 2014 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting will be held here in November. The venue is now transforming into a tourism hotspot rich with idyllic scenes, delicious food and modern architecture. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

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