Things to do in Laiyuan

Booking online one day in advance offers a 10 yuan discount; you can enter the park directly by scanning a code, which is very convenient. Enter from the East Gate and take the cable car up the mountain. There are three routes to choose from: the upper, middle, and lower routes. Depending on your physical condition, the middle route is the gentlest, following the cliffside walkway along the mountainside. The round trip takes about 3 hours. If there's fog, the mountain peaks appear and disappear, creating a unique charm.

The ancient Geyuan Temple, with a history of over a thousand years, is located on the west side of Guangchang Street in Laiyuan County. Facing south, the temple's preserved central axis buildings include the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Hall of Manjushri, and the Sutra Repository, flanked by a west gate, east and west side halls, and a west meditation room. Supporting cultural relics include a Liao Dynasty iron bell and two sutra pillars. The temple grounds are verdant with ancient pines, and its halls are scattered throughout. The "Geyuan Bell Chime" is one of the twelve ancient scenic wonders of Laiyuan. Geyuan Temple boasts eight unique features: among them, the dougong (bracket sets), window lattices, and murals are known as the "Three Treasures" of the Hall of Manjushri.

Stayed at the Hot Spring Valley Hotel. It had just snowed. The scenery was great. I soaked in the hot springs and drank tea outdoors. It felt great. I also came here to play with friends when I had time.

The snow quality was superb, and very soft. The parking lot was large and free. It's also very close to my accommodation in a nearby county, making it very convenient. The instructors' prices were a bit high. It was 390 yuan per hour on Sundays. Another downside was that people were smoking everywhere in their rest area. Nobody seemed to care. This was the worst part of the trip!

Every step reveals a new scene, a combination of scenery and pools. It's cool in summer, but reaching Longhu Spring is quite treacherous. It took me and one other person, along with a local family, to finally find it! The rest of the way is basically a wild climb.

The North Line cableway is temporarily closed; you'll need to take a cable car to the South Line. It's spectacular, and the cable car makes climbing the Great Wall much easier for elderly people—it's a very quick way to get there. The South Line is generally flat, making it very suitable for the elderly and children.

The scholar said that Guide Li took me to visit the National Museum of China and the Forbidden City! Finally, my dream of visiting the capital came true, and I was filled with excitement and pride. The National Museum is a treasure trove of national treasures, carrying a thousand years of cultural heritage; the Forbidden City's red walls and yellow tiles showcase the splendor of a prosperous era. Guide Li's explanations were humorous and insightful, not just reading from a script, with a relaxed and considerate pace. He answered every question, making this trip to the capital truly unforgettable. Highly recommended!

Service: 3 stars. I bought the U-Pass pass, but when I entered one attraction, I thought it was the U-Pass lane, but it was actually a regular lane. They didn't give me any directions; I only realized I was in the wrong place after asking the person behind me. Secondly, at the Cybertronian Knights restaurant, when ordering, I don't know if it was to save costs or what, but when I went to pick up my food, I asked for a disposable glove, but they said the other tray they gave me was... Their attitude was particularly bad, even though the view was quite nice. I have to say...

There are two hot springs in the Baihualin Hot Spring Valley, both of which are pretty good. This is a photo of the Hot Spring Valley Hotel. There is also artificial snow in the outdoor hot spring pool, which is real snow. Check-in and take photos are very photogenic.

This is the second time I've brought my child here. The venue is large, with many attractions, and the lighting effects are fun and imaginative, which is amazing. My child wants to go again.