It"s springtime in Beijing.Willows are sprout-ing new life, jasmine trees lining city streets am a splash of yellow flowers and the harsh winter has given way to a gentle breeze. Stuckindoors for a bitterly cold winter, urbanites are eager to get outdoors into nature, and feel the sun again.Compared with the choking chaos in the heart of the city, suburban Beijing has cleaner air and more natu-ral scenery. In recent years, Beijingers have enjoyed driving out to the suburbs during the weekends with family members or friends, camping, climbing, fish-ing or just sightseeing. And spring is one of the best periods to escape from the city and head for greener pastures. The following are some popular mutes to interesting scenic spots in suburban Beijing where people can relax on weekends.