Start your adventure at Yuanmingyuan Subway Station-Exit C, the perfect gateway to Beijing's historical treasures! This station is your ticket to the Old Summer Palace ruins, where you'll immerse yourself in imperial garden grandeur. With superb transport links, it's just a short walk to the park, and you can explore charming hutongs (alleys) and quirky local shops along the way. Don't miss trying street snacks like candied hawthorns and lüdagunr (sweet glutinous rice rolls) for an authentic taste of old Beijing!