Things to do in Xinglong

The scenery is beautiful, but the related supporting facilities need to be improved.

This scenic area is incredibly beautiful and not too crowded. It's suitable for all ages. The area is well-managed, and the bus schedule is well-organized; you can board anytime. The journey from Beijing takes about 3 hours.

It's the main peak of the Yanshan Mountains, at an altitude of 2118 meters, accessible by car. In summer, it's a great place to view the sea of ​​clouds and escape the heat. This trip focused on autumn scenery, showcasing pristine natural forests, beautifully landscaped and vibrantly colored. It's a top choice for autumn viewing in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, without the hassle of traveling far.

I went during the May Day holiday, and the temperature was just right. It drizzled in the morning, but the sun came out again soon after. I originally planned to do the smaller loop, but I unintentionally explored the larger loop instead. I really enjoyed the feeling of hiking in this primeval forest.

Huangyaguan Great Wall is a section of the Great Wall of China, a national treasure, and a world wonder. A World Cultural Heritage site and an important part of the Great Wall, Huangyaguan Great Wall was first built in the third year of the Kaihuang era of the Sui Dynasty (583 AD). It was continuously expanded and repaired throughout the dynasties, renowned for its formidable pass and strategic location, making it a hotly contested area since ancient times. During the Ming Dynasty, the famous general Qi Jiguang redesigned it, extensively renovating it with brickwork, creating the only Bagua (Eight Trigrams) pass on the Great Wall. Climbing to the top and gazing into the distance, one can feel the weight of history and the clashing of swords and horses. Huangyaguan gets its name from the orange-yellow hue of the cliffs when the setting sun shines on them. With cliffs to the east and steep walls to the west, it boasts a complete array of land and water passes, border fortifications, battle watchtowers, beacon towers, and ancient fortified camps, earning it the reputation among Great Wall experts as a "miniature version of the Great Wall."

Green mountains and clear waters, strange rocks and peaks, a wonderful fairyland, the workmanship of nature, colorful crystals, dazzling, rugged rocks, jagged edges, it is a wonder of the world, so beautiful!

During the day, you can enjoy the courtyards and alleyways; at night, the lights reflecting on the water create a wonderful atmosphere. The food stalls are few but clean, and there were fewer people than expected, allowing for quiet photo opportunities and a relaxing stroll by the bridge. It's a suitable short weekend getaway.

Well, these kinds of attractions are really dependent on the visitor. If you're interested in Qing Dynasty history, it's worth a visit; it's one of the three major Qing Dynasty imperial mausoleum areas, containing the remains of many well-known Qing emperors and empresses. But if you're not interested in history, there's not much to see—just several similar tombs. The tombs you can visit include the Qianlong Yuling Mausoleum, the Yuling Consorts' Tombs, the Empress Dowager Cixi's tomb, and the Kangxi Emperor's tomb, which is open during peak season but apparently closed in winter. The area isn't too crowded.

There are many world-class landscapes in the cave and the climate is pleasant

I didn't have high hopes, but it turned out to be a pleasant surprise! The cave was very cool, and the scenery was unique. It was really a masterpiece of nature. The tour guide led the team to explain, which made the cave scenery more attractive. I feel that if you come here in hot summer weather, it will definitely be a summer resort.