Having visited numerous zoos across China, Xixiakou Zoo is definitely worth a visit. We took the easy route, taking a sightseeing bus directly to the panda enclosure after entering, where we saw various bears. Then we headed to the African section, where the real essence lies in the close encounters with the animals. The highlight was the marine section, where the sea lions and seals were incredibly active in their pursuit of smaller fish, leaping, clapping, and singing. They were truly amazing! Plus, you could feed the seagulls and enjoy the breathtaking ocean views.