2024 Guyuan County Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)

The Charm of Luan River—Shandian River

Leaving Kulun Naoer and driving for a while, we passed by the Shandian River Wetland and arrived at the Luan River Charm Scenic Area. However, we did not enter the scenic area but went a bit further and climbed a small hill on one side. From here, we could overlook the winding Shandian River, which somewhat resembles the nine bends and eighteen turns of Bayinbuluke in Xinjiang. Although the viewing angle is slightly inferior to that inside the scenic area, it's free here, which is great! The small village at the foot of the hill is very peaceful and quiet.

National Heritage Check-in: Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb (National Level 5) & Xiaohongcheng Ruins (National Level 6)

Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb is located in Nangou Village, Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou. It is a fifth batch national key cultural relic protection unit, dating back to the Yuan Dynasty, classified as an ancient tomb. The tomb's above-ground hall is popularly known as the 'Shuzhuanglou' of Empress Xiao of the Liao Dynasty. It faces south and is built with a beamless arch structure of blue bricks, standing 9 meters tall. The building has a square plan with arched doors on the south, east, and west walls, and an arched dome roof. Inside the building, a Mongolian noble's tomb was discovered, along with precious artifacts such as clothing and gold ornaments characteristic of the Yuan Dynasty Mongolian culture. However, a careful reading of related archaeological materials reveals that experts believe Shuzhuanglou is a composite structure that continued from the Tang, Song, and Yuan Dynasties, initially serving as a Tang Dynasty military storage and later converted into a Yuan Dynasty noble tomb complex. Shuzhuanglou is 150 kilometers from Zhangjiakou city center, about a two-hour drive. The entrance fee is 10 yuan, and visitors can see three coffins inside the Shuzhuanglou, including a tree burial, but cannot go down. ———- Xiaohongcheng Ruins are located in Xiaohongcheng Village, Shandianhe Township, Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou. It is a sixth batch national key cultural relic protection unit, dating back to the Yuan Dynasty, classified as an ancient site. The site centers around the Xiaohongcheng Ruins, including surrounding Yuan Dynasty relics such as Dongxiaocheng, Jijibao, and ash pits. It was the location of the Chahan Naoer Palace. Xiaohongcheng has a rectangular plan with mixed earth and stone walls and a protective moat outside. Gates are located in the middle of the east, west, and south walls. A large palace foundation is located slightly north of the central axis of the city. However, the entire site is now fenced off with iron nets, ostensibly to protect the relics, but it looks like a large area of wild grass, with only the national protection monument standing to declare its national heritage status.

Ba Shang Ming Zhu - Guyuan

Guyuan County is under the jurisdiction of Zhangjiakou City, located in the northwest of Hebei Province in the Bashang area. It is situated in the transition zone from the Inner Mongolia Plateau to the North China Plain, with a total area of 3,654 square kilometers. It governs 14 townships, 233 administrative villages, and 14 communities, with a total population of 224,500. Guyuan County is the source of the Luan River, Hei River, and Bai River. It is an important water source and ecological function area for the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, featuring the Shandian River National Wetland Park and the Hulu River Provincial Wetland Park. It boasts numerous picturesque natural landscapes such as the Grassland Sky Road, Ice Mountain Ridge, Swan Lake, Luan River Charm - Luan River Source, Bai River Source, Wuhua Meadow, Lao Zhanggou, Rooster Lake, and Flower Sea Town. It was also a summer resort and hunting ground for emperors of the Liao, Jin, and Yuan dynasties, with historical and cultural relics such as the Xiaohongcheng Ruins, Jiulianceng City Site, Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb, Zhangku Ancient Trade Route, and sections of the Great Wall from various dynasties. Among them, the Xiaohongcheng Ruins, Jiulianceng Ruins, and Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb are national key cultural relic protection units. This place is rich in historical and cultural landscapes and beautiful natural scenery, truly deserving the title of Ba Shang Ming Zhu. Here, you can enjoy the scenic Grassland Sky Road and have convenient access via highways. Here, you can savor various oat foods, roasted whole lamb, and fresh delicacies (Swan Lake high-back carp and mountain treasures like mushrooms), satisfying your appetite. In the scorching summer, the temperature here remains between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius, making it an ideal summer resort. At first sight, you will fall in love with Guyuan - once you come, you will love it here.

Bird Watching Park at Shandian River National Wetland Park

The Bird Watching Park at Shandian River National Wetland Park is located 8 kilometers east of Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province. Shandian River National Wetland Park is an important part of the East Asia-Australia bird migration route and a major gathering place for the migration of the small swan in the world. The Bird Watching Park (Grassland Lake Bird Watching Area) is one of the eight functional areas of the Wetland Park. Standing on the viewing platform of the Bird Watching Park, you can see the vast expanse of green, where the sky meets the earth. The water of Shandian Lake ripples with sparkling waves. Looking around, the scenery of the grasslands outside the Great Wall is fully in view. This is a major area for rare birds to inhabit, rest, and breed. Every year, thousands of migratory birds come here to forage and rest. Currently, 225 species of birds have been found, including 17 species of national first-class protected birds such as the black stork, great bustard, Chinese merganser, golden eagle, white crane, hooded crane, red-crowned crane, and relict gull, and 38 species of national second-class protected birds, including the small swan, bean goose, demoiselle crane, and white-naped crane. Common summer resident birds include the skylark, thrush, and lark, with the majority being geese, ducks, plovers, and sandpipers. Ticket Information: 40 yuan/person Business Hours: 8:00-18:00 Bus Route: Take a minibus or taxi from Guyuan County to Shandian River Reservoir. Self-driving Route: Jingzhang Expressway - Exit at Chicheng Huailai - Chicheng - Xiaochang - Guyuan - 8 kilometers east of the city

Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb

Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb is located 7.5 kilometers east of Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, in the heart of Jinlianchuan. It is a Yuan Dynasty Mongolian noble tomb. The entire site is 140 meters long from north to south, 74 meters long from east to west, and covers a total area of about 10,400 square meters. Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb has a unique architectural style, being a single-story brick structure. It is 9.1 meters high with a square floor plan, each side 10.69 meters long. It has windows on the east and west sides and an arched door on the south side, with concave decorative lines outside the door. The upper part of the parapet wall is shaped like a mountain, the top of the building has a hemispherical appearance, and the interior has a dome. The purpose and construction date of this building are not clearly documented. It is said to be the dressing and grooming place of Empress Dowager Xiao of the Liao Dynasty, hence the name "Shuzhuanglou" (Dressing Building). In 1999, through exploration and excavation by archaeological staff from Hebei Province, Zhangjiakou City, and Guyuan County, a Yuan Dynasty brick tomb was discovered underground inside the building, containing the remains of one man and two women, indicating it was a noble tomb of the Yuan Dynasty. This building is a rare example of an above-ground structure for a Mongolian noble tomb. Many similar above-ground structures and underground tombs are distributed around the building, with 24 Yuan tombs excavated and organized, yielding a batch of precious cultural relics. Among them, fragments of a stone tablet with inscriptions such as "Kuli Jisi Jiu" provide important physical data for studying the tomb owner. This site offers substantial and comprehensive historical facts for studying the religious rituals, burial customs, clothing, and architecture of the northern Mongolian Yuan tribes, holding significant historical importance. On June 25, 2001, Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as part of the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. On December 24, 2021, Shuzhuanglou Yuan Tomb was included in the list of "100 Important Archaeological Discoveries in Hebei in a Century" at the Hebei Provincial Field Archaeology Report Meeting. Ticket Information: Adult ticket 20 yuan/person Opening Hours: Summer 5:00-21:00, Winter 6:00-18:00. Transportation Information: You can reach the site by taking the direct bus to Shandian Lake Scenic Area or the Ring Line 2 tourist bus from Guyuan County. Tour Time: 0.5 to 1 hour Food and Accommodation Suggestions: It is relatively convenient to eat and stay in Guyuan County.

Laozhanggou

Laozhanggou is located on the side of County Road 404 in Fengyuandian Township, Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province. It is a free attraction known for its beautiful natural scenery and wild off-road activities. About 1 kilometer from Provincial Road 404, there is an independent boulder between two mountains, which looks like a giant's footprint from a distance. The name Laozhanggou comes from this. Laozhanggou is located on the Bashang Plateau, where ravines are densely distributed, green mountains stand tall on both sides, and the gully is full of gravel. A stream flows slowly from the valley, sometimes visible and sometimes hidden. Clear springs flow in the gully, and meadows coexist with forests on the slopes. During the rainy season, the area is often reshaped by flash floods. This is also the source of the Heihe River. The gully features famous natural sights such as Hero Slope and Big Footprint, making it a popular destination for off-road enthusiasts from all over the country. Laozhanggou is undeveloped and open to the public for free. There is no public transportation available, so it is recommended to drive there. As it is far from villages and towns, it is advisable to bring food and drinks for emergencies.

Luanhe River Scenic Area

Luanhe River Scenic Area is located in the Bashang Shandianhe National Wetland Park in Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, 20 kilometers away from the county seat, with a total area of 34.3 hectares. The Luanhe River, formerly known as 'Ruyuan,' originates from the 'Wunv River' and flows northward in the shape of lightning, hence the name 'Shandian River.' The river water, like the magical brush of Ma Liang, paints 'Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns,' endowing the 800-li Jinlianchuan with charm and nourishing the more than 4,000 hectares of Shandian River Wetland. In 2008, it was rated as the 'Most Beautiful Wetland in Yanzhao.' In 2009, it was rated as a 'National Water Conservancy Scenic Area.' In 2011, it was selected as the 'Best Wetland for Tourism with Chinese Characteristics.' In 2012, it was rated as the 'Most Influential Tourism Brand in Zhangjiakou.' Ticket price: 58 yuan per adult Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 (ticket sales stop at 17:00) Transportation information: Self-driving is recommended Guyuan cuisine: Various oat noodle dishes and Xianshangxian (a combination of high-backed carp from Swan Lake and Bashang mushrooms) are must-try local specialties in Guyuan.

Guyuankou Binhu Wetland Park (II)

Guyuankou Binhu Wetland Park is located on both sides of Qingnian Lake in Guyuankou County. The park has two main entrances on the north and east sides, and it is designed with a divergent and intersecting layout consisting of six functional zones: riverside sightseeing area, children's activity area, cultural entertainment area, quiet leisure area, service management area, and ecological protection area. These functional zones are naturally connected by wooden walkways and health trails. Visitors can enjoy the original appearance of natural wetlands and waterscapes, as well as the artificial landscapes of green space construction. The park is rich in aquatic plants and flowers, with dozens of species of water birds such as the great bustard, avocet, and bluethroat inhabiting the lake, and dozens of species of wild plants such as thistle, chrysanthemum, and trollius growing there, full of natural wild charm. Binhu Park will be the first choice for outdoor activities for urban residents and an important channel and "window" for friends from all walks of life and leaders at all levels to understand, promote, and publicize Guyuankou. Binhu Wetland Park is open to the public free of charge all year round. Transportation routes: Take the No. 7 inner ring or No. 7 outer ring in Guyuankou urban area to reach the park. Guyuankou cuisine: Youmian Wowo, Youmian Yuyu, Yam Fish, Xianshangxian (high-backed carp + mushroom) are rare local specialties.

Guyuank Binhu Wetland Park (I)

Guyuank Binhu Wetland Park is located on both sides of Qingnian Lake in Guyuan County. The total area is 26.6638 hectares, including 19.6172 hectares of green space, 4.1366 hectares of water area, 2.85 hectares of road area, and 0.05 hectares of management area. The total investment in the project construction is 55.25 million yuan, which started in April 2014 and was completed in September 2015. The park has a rich variety of plant species. To ensure the survival rate of trees, native tree species suitable for the local environment were planted: 5,542 trees including Beijing poplar, golden leaf elm, Pinus sylvestris, spruce, compound leaf tree, white elm, willow, lilac, privet, euonymus, red osier dogwood, and 1,935 shrubs. At the same time, the existing local poplar trees were preserved. The park's health trails and wooden walkways are interconnected, providing comprehensive public service facilities and complete functions. It is a comprehensive open park integrating leisure, entertainment, sightseeing, large gatherings, and cultural exchanges. Binhu Wetland Park is open to the public free of charge all year round. Transportation routes: You can take the No. 7 inner loop or No. 7 outer loop from Guyuan urban area to reach the park. Guyuank cuisine: Youmian Wowo, Youmian Yuyu, yam fish, and Xianshangxian (high-backed carp + mushrooms) are rare local specialties.

The ten-thousand-acre canola flowers in Guyuan have bloomed

Recently, the ten-thousand-acre canola flowers in the Saibei Management District of Zhangjiakou City have successively entered their peak blooming period, stretching for dozens of miles and presenting a breathtaking view. The canola flowers bloom brilliantly across the hills and plains, standing out vividly against the backdrop of blue skies and white clouds, becoming a beautiful scenery on the Bashang Grassland. Looking out, the land of Saibei is draped in golden hues. In the boundless fields, the canola sways with the wind, creating wave after wave of golden ripples, forming a spectacular sea of golden flowers. Beekeepers have also set up camp nearby, and honey makers and visitors are coming in an endless stream.

Encounter windmills and Bing Shan Liang at the Dushikou alpine meadow Great Wall

Summer can also be cool for climbing the Great Wall🏰 At the junction of the Jibei mountains and the Bashang grassland⛰️Gushui enters the mountain pass Dushikou Great Wall⛰️Alpine meadow🍀and the perfect combination of the Great Wall Unique architectural style👀witnesses the smoke of history . 📖Dushikou Great Wall: Located north of Chicheng County, Hebei Province, adjacent to the Bashang grassland in the north, it is an important pass of the Xuanfu Town of the Ming Great Wall, known as the "throat of Shanggu, the right arm of the capital." The Great Wall is named after a solitary stone that rises from the ground at the pass, with inscriptions such as "abrupt," "solitary beauty," and "a stone flies." The Great Wall is a well-preserved stone-built wall, following the mountain ridges, and from a distance, you can see Bing Shan Liang. . ⛅️Shooting date: 2024.7.20⛅️ 📍Navigation address: Dushikou Village 🧭Track information: 0720 Dushikou 🌈Majestic Great Wall, magical Bing Shan Liang, alpine meadow, and windmills gather together, making it perfect for climbing the Great Wall in summer. . 🥾Route introduction🥾 ✅9.81km crossing route, 451m ascent, not very intense, the Great Wall section can be extended; ✅Great Wall stone walls, alpine meadows, farm roads, etc., various sections, hiking shoes are needed; ✅There is a Dushikou Fort on the south side of Dushikou Village, the castle and the Great Wall are from the same period, currently only some earth walls remain; ✅At 4.3km of the track is Dushikou Tower, a landmark building of the Great Wall; ✅Windmills can be seen everywhere on the ridge, corresponding with the Great Wall, and looking at Bing Shan Liang in the distance, the scenery is beautiful; ✅The first 500m is a small ascent, reaching the top is the Great Wall, 6km is the highest peak, this section is up and down, there are several big slopes, the rubble wall is difficult to walk, you can walk on the dirt road beside it, when encountering a high slope, you can cut up, the overlooking view is very good; the 6-7km section of the wall is well preserved, the wall is very high, several small slopes connect to the slope, the slope is a bit steep; the 7-9km section is farm road and cement road. . 💡Warm tips💡 1⃣The road of the alpine meadow is not obvious, look at the track more often, do not deviate from the route; 2⃣The altitude is high, the ultraviolet rays are strong, be sure to prepare sun protection equipment; 3️⃣Although it is an alpine meadow, cloudy weather is also hot, you need to carry more than 3L of water, including 1 bottle of electrolyte drink, drink some before hiking; 4️⃣The surrounding Bing Shan Liang, Lao Zhang Gou, and Grassland Sky Road are not far, you can explore for a few days.

Come to the grassland in the scorching summer! The Birdsong and Fragrance Cottage Manor is waiting for you!!

🌈Theme Features: The manor has a super pastoral style, with a serene environment, a garden full of flowers, butterflies dancing charmingly, bees busily collecting honey, and three adorable kittens basking in the sun! It's extremely pleasant... When you park in the yard, you will be attracted by the exquisite bird's nest under the eaves, and from time to time, you can hear the tender chirping of baby birds, feeling the owner's love for small animals. The manor is meticulously managed by the owner, with birds singing and flowers blooming. The cottages are like stepping into a fairy tale world. 🏘️Room Type/Layout: The cottage rooms are very cozy and comfortable, perfect for a vacation. It's cool, with high skies and light clouds, very pleasant. 🧹Soundproofing/Hygiene: The rooms are very clean and hygienic, but the soundproofing is a bit poor. 🎯Entertainment Facilities: The surrounding scenery is great, driving around the mountains is thrilling, there are large fields of sunflowers and big windmills, the air is superb, you can take a walk after dinner, and you can even set off fireworks at night. It's a place where you can calm down. The chef's food is delicious, and the manor's cuisine is naturally tasty because of the fresh ingredients (seasonal and locally sourced). You can also book roasted lamb. 💰️Average Cost: 100$+ 💗Other Tips: The manor is conveniently located near Guyuan and Mazhen. The owner is very considerate, pet-friendly, and offers free bicycles. Friends, hurry up and plan your grassland trip in the beautiful July and August!

There is a Swan Lake in Guyuan

Every summer, when it gets hot in Beijing, I come to Guyuan to stay for a few days. Guyuan is really a great place to escape the summer heat. Even when it is hot in Beijing, it remains cool here, and you might even need to wear thicker clothes in the morning to stay warm. Every time I come, I also visit Swan Lake to watch the sunrise and take photos. It's a nice place for that. In the evening, there are bonfire parties and barbecues. Many young people like to come here to eat grilled meat, drink, and watch the bonfire parties. A few years ago, the name was changed back to its original Mongolian name, and now it is called Kulun Nur 😊

Guyuankou Travel｜I Came for the Roast Whole Lamb

China·Guyuankou 2024 National Roast Lamb Competition and Kulunnuoer Roast Lamb Festival Successfully Held Because of this roast whole lamb, I got to know Guyuankou and fell in love with Kulunnuoer! This weekend, the Chenggele Square in the Kulunnuoer Tourist Resort of Guyuankou County was filled with the aroma of roasted meat. The entire square was enveloped in the tantalizing scent of roasting lamb. This is the venue for the China·Guyuankou 2024 National Roast Lamb Competition and Kulunnuoer Roast Lamb Festival. One by one, the lambs were roasted to perfection over charcoal, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, attracting numerous tourists to stop and watch. From June 27th to 29th, the China·Guyuankou 2024 National Roast Lamb Competition and Kulunnuoer Roast Lamb Festival grandly opened. This competition was hosted by the Beijing Culinary Association, Tianjin Hotel Association, Hebei Tourism Association, and Hebei Hotel Culinary and Catering Industry Association, and organized by Blue Whale Holdings Group. It is a concrete practice of Zhangjiakou City to vigorously expand the cultural tourism market and night economy consumption, actively responding to the provincial goal of "So Close, So Beautiful, Weekend in Hebei" for cultural tourism industry development. The roast lamb festival includes pre-competition forums, the roast lamb festival opening ceremony, on-site production and display of roast whole lamb by participating teams, public judging, and an award ceremony. A total of 100 teams from Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, Inner Mongolia, and other regions competed in two groups: roast lamb and roast meat. The atmosphere on-site was extremely lively!

Golden Palm Valley is a secret haven unique to Guyuan

Golden Palm Valley🍂 is a secret haven unique to Guyuan. 🚗 Navigation Coordinates Hebei-Zhangjiakou-Guyuan County-Laozhanggou Recommended stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🚶‍♀️Travel Recommendations ➡️A selected 18 km loop, taking about 7 hours. The starting point is the same as the endpoint, and the route can be checked on the "Two Steps Road Outdoor Assistant" APP. ➡️The entrance is located at "Qiansonggou", with many private cars and hiking group buses parked nearby. ➡️The trail is well marked with clear signs and red ribbons for guidance, and there are many companions, so there is no need to worry about getting lost. 🥾Dressing Recommendations 6-16 degrees, breezy and slightly cool, cold in the early morning and evening. Recommended thermal underwear, windproof jackets, and hiking shoes. 🏠Accommodation Recommendations Stay the night before and set off the next day. I chose "Xingmeng Camping Folklore" which is about 5-6 kilometers from the entrance, and there are other homestays to choose from. The boss said that there have been many hikers recently, and many hiking groups also choose to stay here.

The Dushikou section of the Great Wall

The Dushikou is located at the junction of the northern Hebei mountains and the Bashang Grassland, serving as a mountain pass where the Gu River enters the borderlands, and also an important passageway from the grasslands into the mountainous areas. During the more than 200 years of the Ming Dynasty, wars were frequent at Dushikou, and days of peace were rare. If you are looking to find an authentic section of the ancient Great Wall, to quietly visit and experience the vicissitudes of time, Dushikou is a great choice! Navigation: Near Mengjiayao Village, Chicheng County, Hebei Province

Second visit to Laozhanggou | The world suddenly turns to evening, and the mountains and rivers are already in autumn

| The world suddenly turns to evening, and the mountains and rivers are already in autumn.🍁 Follow the reading group for a second visit to Laozhanggou, a round trip on the same day, walking a small loop of 18km, with the autumn feeling stronger than the first time, and the colors of various leaves turning deeper🪵. The clear sky☀️ in early October was much better than the cloudy one during the first visit, making for great photography. At the mountain top, we also encountered mountain bikers🏍️ charging up the slopes, and many obedient cows🐮 in Banjiegou, which was very joyful🎉🎉🎉 📍Navigation: Laozhanggou exit point 🚌Transport: Join a tour group or self-drive 🎫Ticket: Free 🧭Route: Search for 1001 Laozhanggou in two steps, exit point - Big Footprint - Laozhanggou - Banjiegou, forming a small loop, with a total distance of 18.84km and a climb of 480m. Compared to the 22km large loop, it lacks the Brave Man's Slope and Cypress Forest, but if you climb fast, you can take the large loop. 🔖Journey: The lowest temperature in Laozhanggou can reach -2°C🥶 in early October. Arriving at the starting point at 11 am, the outdoor🌡️ temperature was about 12°C, and it was quite cold when getting off the car. Compared to the first time staying nearby and starting the hike at 7:30 am, starting at 11 am would be very comfortable, with most of the journey on the sunny side, very warm😚. The leaves on both sides of Laozhanggou were deeper in color, so be sure to observe both sides, as it's easy to encounter trees that are all yellow🟡 or all red🔴. Stand under the tree and look up to take photos📸, which will turn out great. Especially at the first small hill cliff, there is a completely yellow cypress tree🍁. During the holiday period, you can encounter mountain bikers🏍️ on the slopes, and it's fun to watch them break through; if they're not fast enough, they get stuck on the slope. After coming down the big slope, there is a new path that I haven't walked before, with many treasure trees hidden on both sides, and the leaves are very beautiful. Reaching Banjiegou, you will meet many cows🐮, all very obedient, and you can keep taking photos of the cows📸. ⚠️⚠️⚠️Tips: 1️⃣The temperature in Laozhanggou is very low in early October. If camping, be sure to bring enough warm clothing, check the forecast in advance, and wear a windbreaker if the wind is above level 4, as it will be very cold when climbing; 2️⃣Before reaching the starting point this time, all vehicles are required to register, and forest fire warning flags have been erected on both sides of the road, indicating that the mountain closure date is getting closer; 3️⃣For a round trip on the same day, if you walk fast, you can challenge the 22km large loop. You must be quick, as it's 4km more, and try to leave for Beijing at 5 pm; 4️⃣In autumn, there's no need to carry a lot of water, 3-4 bottles will suffice, with one bottle left in the car, as you won't drink much due to the cold weather.

Swan Lake in Guyuan | A great place to cool off and escape the summer heat

At the end of July, my family went on a trip to the Bashang area of Hebei, and we stumbled upon the peaceful and beautiful Swan Lake in Guyuan County, which made us linger and forget to return. Swan Lake is located three kilometers north of the county seat of Guyuan, covering an area of 400 acres, with a water area of 150 acres, a natural freshwater lake surface, and rippling blue waves, with a good ecological environment. The place is full of green mountains, clear waters, lush grass, beautiful flowers, refreshing air, and clear winds. When the grass grows and the warblers fly, countless swans, cranes, wild ducks, and other waterfowl rest and pass by here, making it a paradise for birds, hence the name Swan Lake. After entering the scenic area, we rented a four-person bicycle with a canopy and rode along the forest path towards the lake. The first thing that caught our eye was a sea of flowers, with two types of flowers, Celosia and Corn Poppy, blooming beautifully in the fresh air and bright sunshine. When we arrived at the lakeside, we saw a huge Guanyin statue on a small island extending into the lake, and on the shore dock, there was a large rock with the three big characters of 'Swan Lake' engraved on it, where some people were taking commemorative photos. We cycled along the lake, with the breeze on our faces, which was very pleasant. Next to a small grove, we stopped again to take photos on the grass, with trees and grass on one side and lake water and mountains on the other, creating a picturesque scene that was intoxicating. Due to time constraints, we had to end our trip and leave Swan Lake reluctantly. In my heart, I said: Goodbye, Swan Lake, I will come back again!

The world is big, and Kulun Naor is beautiful

The world is big, the scenery is beautiful, there are many opportunities, life is short, if you also like poetry and the distance, then come to the 'spring has a hundred flowers, autumn has the moon, summer has a cool breeze, winter has snow' Kulun Naor to see. In the deep winter, the Kulun Naor Lake is frozen and quiet, dressed in silver. Recently, the 'Hebei·Guyuan County Kulun Naor 6th Ice and Snow Fishing and Hunting Cultural Tourism Season' grandly opened, and guests gathered in Kulun Naor to watch the winter fishing, enjoy the ice lake snow scene, and taste delicious lake fish. On the frozen surface of Kulun Naor, there are activities such as collecting sacred fire, sacrificing the lake to wake up the net, ice fishing in winter, and auctioning the first fish. With the rhythm of the music, the fishermen dressed in Mongolian costumes sing and dance, thanking the gifts of nature and wishing life to be better. The fisherman wearing a white stubble sheepskin jacket and a waistband held a grand ceremony of sacrificing the net, worshiping the lake god, and drinking the wine ceremony, loudly reciting the words of the lake and the net, praying for the lake god to bless the fishermen to be safe every year, as if bringing people back to that distant era. With the booming drums, the winter fishing ceremony reached its climax. The large mechanical winch started to rotate, the lake water was blooming, and the kilometer-long giant net slowly tightened under the ice. Tourists from all over the place stared at the fish mouth, the fishermen shouted high and loud chants, and worked hard to pull the net out of the ice surface. The lively carp, silver carp, and crucian carp were rolling and jumping in the net, jumping on the ice surface, which was very spectacular.

On the second day of self-driving, I went to the farthest stop of the trip, Zhangjiakou Wuyuan Lightning River, and traveled 400 kilometers. Its not easy to get around the same day! Tents, picnic equipment, and photographic equipment stuffed the entire trunk, and I had to bring enough water and rations to my family. Departed, the air after the heavy rain is cool and transparent, and the blue sky and white clouds all the way are beautiful. noon, parking to find a piece of open space to support the tent to rest for lunch, turned over for a long time, a big collapse, we did not bring a pot? ? ? Not far from there is a family from the driving barbecue, and I frenzed my face to ask for help, borrowed a pot from others, happy, boiled boiled instant noodles, egg ham sausage added to open the meal! Delicious on earth!

Im going to take the self-driving tour on the go, a tough hardcore challenge. Under the leadership of many old drivers, we set up a small team to challenge the most famous off-road holy land in North China. The route of our trip is very simple. From Beijing, the first stop is the famous post-town stone, the second stop is Laozhanggou, then sail to Fengning prairie and finally enter Fengning County. Rest and return to Beijing for two days and one night. said that it is self-driving travel, but it is not so simple. We are experiencing road conditions that ordinary vehicles and urban SUVs cannot drive, and fully armed off-road vehicles can pass. Equipment can not be rushed to challenge. The grassland of this season is still lacking in green, but the gradually melting rivers and the flocks of cattle and sheep are foretelling the vitality of spring. Love the grassland, fall in love with the horse, and the Fengning Bashang grassland with the first grassland in the north of Beijing can't be missed. If there is no strong off-road vehicle, you can go straight to the grassland through the road. If you have a hard-core off-road that is armed to your teeth, you may wish to meet a friend and challenge the Hanpo with the old driver.

Lightning Lake is the largest lake in the upper reaches of the Weihe River. It is named after the river in front of the lake for the Lightning River. Well, like almost all the attractions in the world, Lightning Lake also has a beautiful love story... Yes, you guessed it, and the human lad and the heavenly fairy are better~ haha. The area of the Lightning Lake is much larger than the Princess Lake I have been to before, but it is smaller than the Lake Dalino, the lake is not clear, but from afar, a lake and mountains, in the soft light at dusk, people are also very Happy and happy. The lakeside usually has a variety of rides, carousels, small bungee jumps and pirate ships... It seems that people on the Fengning Dam like to open all kinds of playgrounds, and the Khan Palace is like this. The lightning lake is like this, even the horse farm is like this...

The flaming fireworks The crystal clear ice and snow hut brings a festive atmosphere. "Red Fire China Year" The second Zhangjiakou New Year International Tourism Festival opened in Wuyuan, come and experience the unique ice and snow...

The winter solstice is the most important day of the year, Wuyuan Swan Lake in Zhangjiakou, a grand winter catch, kicks off on the ice of minus 10 degrees, The cold winter, makes everything in the world slow and long, and the winter of Swan Lake, is steaming, 10 million fish The water surface, the first big fish caught, was auctioned for 88,888 yuan.