Shopping For Kids, And Then Some

Check out this article from the Global Times Online:

"Beijing's kids now have a new, massive place to play and study: Kids' Growth Square has opened in the Jinyuan Shopping Mall on Yuanda Road, Haidian district.

"With 77 shops in a 26,000-square-meter area, the Square is one of the largest malls directed towards children in China, and the first such mall in Beijing.

"The vast area is divided into five sections: District A: Education, District B: Dining and Entertainment, District C: Toys, District D: Clothing and District E: Compound. The area includes a sand beach, merry-go-round and mini-skiing field. DIY shops where children can do handicrafts are also available.

"District A is a particular delight for children who like to think about what they will be when they grow up. Baby Boss will dominate the area when it opens in May, as a place where children can pretend to have grown-up jobs."

If you've been dreaming of a family-friendly, kids-only shopping mall, then your dream has finally come true. Polish your credit card, throw out all those old kids clothes, and head on up to Haidian.

Address:
Jinyuan Shopping Mall, B1, Yuanda Road, Haidian district
海淀区远大路1号金源时代购物中心
How to get there:
Take subway line 10 and get off at the terminus, Bagou. Exit via exit B and then take bus No. 539, 611, 992 or 996 and alight at Yuandaludongkou.
Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10am- 9pm
Friday to Sunday: 10am- 10pm