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Why isn't the boat tour of the Great Wall in Beijing promoted more? It's such a hidden gem!

Beijing's Water Great Wall: A stunning secret spot for a boat tour of the Great Wall 🚣 It's such a surprise and delight to find such a fun and beautiful place that's not yet overrun with tourists! This section of the Great Wall, accessible by boat, is famous for its uniqueness and beauty, combining green mountains, clear waters, and ancient trees. It has the elegance of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River as well as the majestic scenery of the northern frontier! For first-time visitors, here's how to enjoy it. Here's a detailed guide based on experience, remember to save it first~ 📍Location and Transportation 📍Location: Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall Scenic Area📍Located in Jiudu River Town, Huairou District, Beijing, about 70 kilometers from downtown Beijing🚖, 35 kilometers from Huairou city center. 🚗Transportation: Self-driving🚗: Navigate directly. Bus line🚌: Direct bus from Dongzhimen; on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, there is also a direct bus from Qianmen Distribution Center. ⏰Operating Hours Weekdays: 8:30-17:00 Saturday: 8:00-18:00 Last day of holidays: 8:00-17:00 🌳Recommended Tour Route Take a boat from the reservoir dam🚣→Tour Haoming Lake🏞️, enjoy the Ming Great Wall by boat🏰→Central Peninsula of the scenic area🏝️→Beach🏖️→Ming Dynasty Chestnut Garden (take the maglev car🎢)→ Climb to the mountaintop platform to admire the Great Wall scenery🌄→Wait for the sunset (if time permits)🌅 📸Highlights of the Tour 1️⃣Water Great Wall: Take a painted boat tour🚣, and experience the feeling of 'sailing on the green waves, as if in a painting'. 2️⃣Ming Dynasty Chestnut Garden: Home to the 'King of Chestnut Trees'🌰, over 830 years old, known as 'China's most beautiful chestnut tree'. 3️⃣Haoming Lake: The water is clear💧, with various fish species🐟, offering speedboats🚤, rowing/pedal boats🛶, and electric boats for water entertainment. 4️⃣Peninsula: The central location of the scenic area🏝️, the best spot to view the Great Wall entering the water. 5️⃣Beach: Suitable for family fun👨‍👩‍👧, building sandcastles, playing with water guns, etc. 6️⃣Glass Walkway: The only landscape glass bridge in China connected to the Great Wall🌉, challenging your courage. 💡Tips Wear comfortable clothes suitable for activities👟. In summer, be mindful of sun protection🌞 and mosquito bites🦟. Respect the natural environment, do not litter🚯. Check the weather forecast in advance🌦️, and plan your trip accordingly. 🌞Summary Beijing Huairou Water Great Wall🏞️, a beautiful secret where nature and history merge. Take a boat tour of the Great Wall🚣, for a unique travel experience. Whether it's a family trip👨‍👩‍👧, a couple's getaway👫, or a solo adventure🧗, this is the perfect choice for you. Come and start your fairy tale journey!🌳✨
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Posted: Jun 27, 2024
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