Mulan Paddock | Make a Dream of Galloping

Core Highlights Location: Weichang Manchu and Mongol Autonomous County, Chengde, 5h drive from Beijing Best Seasons: June–August (grassland flower sea), mid-September to early October (golden fairytale) Must-try Experiences: Sunrise at Jiangjun Paozi, cycling around Princess Lake, Ulan Butong Film and Television Base Hidden Gems: Waiting for a grassland galaxy at 3am 🌅 First Impression of Weichang: Entering the Royal Hunting Garden of the Qing Dynasty Jiangjun Paozi in the early morning is shrouded in mist, and the reeds by the water sway in the wind. Legend has it that this is the ancient battlefield where Emperor Kangxi fought against Galdan, but now only a pool of clear water and a group of wild ducks remain. Riding a horse through the waist-deep meadow, startling a group of skylarks—their chirping is exactly the same as what the emperor heard when hunting 300 years ago. 💭 A Moment of Heartbeat Standing in the European-style scenic area of Ulan Butong, I suddenly understood why it is called "a paradise for photographers." The rolling meadows are like silk caressed by God, and every light and shadow tells a different story. 🚗 In-depth Gameplay Guide 1. Galloping on the Grassland Recommended route: From Hongshan Military Horse Farm to Yeyahu Lake (approx. 2h) Safety Tips: Choose a regular horse team and wear protective gear 2. Princess Lake Secret Realm Best Time: 1 hour after sunrise, when the morning mist has not yet dissipated, it is like a fairyland Photography Tips: Use the birch forest by the lake as a foreground 3. Exploring the Film and Television Base Check-in Points: Filming locations of "Princess Pearl" and "Legend of Mi Yue" Hidden Surprise: Find the famous "Lonely Tree" 4. Panlong Canyon Hiking Featured Experience: Wild sea buckthorn can be picked in September Surprise Harvest: Chance encounter with sika deer drinking water 📸 Three Major Photo Spots Hama Dam At sunset, golden light shines on the winding river Colorful Mountain In late September, the entire hillside turns into a palette Tougou In the early morning mist, herds of cattle and sheep are like walking silhouettes 🍖 Grassland Delicacies Hand-grabbed mutton: Dip it in wild leek flower sauce, it is fresh, tender, and not gamey Roasted lamb chops: Marinated with local sand onions, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside Milk curds mixed with fried rice: Traditional breakfast for herdsmen, sweet and sour 💭 Taste Memory Drinking freshly boiled milk tea in a yurt, the old Ama said: "This milk was just squeezed this morning, and the tea bricks have been passed down from my grandfather's generation." Suddenly, I felt that the taste of the grassland is the taste of time. 🏕️ Accommodation Recommendations Grassland Yurt: Experience the authentic nomadic life Boutique Homestay: Choose a star-gazing room with floor-to-ceiling windows Lightning Protection Reminder: Book in advance during peak season, weekend prices double ❗ Useful Tips The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so bring a down jacket even in July Sunscreen + sunglasses are essential, the ultraviolet rays on the plateau are strong Protect the grassland ecology and do not trample on the grassland at will Do not scream loudly when riding a horse to avoid startling the horse 🌌 The Final Spiritual Shock Lying on the grassland at night to watch the stars, the Milky Way is so clear that you can see the nebula. The herdsmen who traveled with us said: "You city people are so strange, you don't look at so many stars, but stare at that small screen all day long." Suddenly understood—the most precious thing here is the simplicity and purity that the city cannot give.