Traveling Shanxi (38) - Xinzhou · Heye Ping

Heye Ping is the largest subalpine meadow in North China. It is 2,784 meters above sea level and is named after its shape, which resembles a large lotus leaf. It is known as the "Emerald of the Plateau". 📌TIPS: 📍Location: Search for Heye Ping on your map app. 💰Tickets: Free 🅿️Parking: Park at the foot of the mountain. There is free parking available. 🟡️Transportation: If you don't want to walk, you can ride a horse up the mountain (villagers will accompany you the whole way, and the horses are very gentle). 🟣️Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, all day. 🟡️Travel tips: ✅Heye Ping is suitable for hiking across the grassland and is one of the most classic routes for hiking enthusiasts. Watch the sunrise and sunset over the alpine meadows and experience the magnificence of nature. ✅Due to the high altitude, the temperature is low, so be sure to bring warm clothes. At the same time, the sun is strong on the grassland, so you should also bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and other sun protection products. There are many mosquitoes on the grassland in summer, so be sure to bring mosquito repellent and tuck your pants into your socks when hiking. ✅There are no restaurants on the grassland, so you need to bring your own food. ✅Bring a trash bag and be environmentally friendly.