[2025 Shijiazhuang Attraction] Travel Guide for Baodu Scenic Spot (Updated Apr)

🌈Basic Information and Highlights: 📍Address: 2 km west of Luquan District, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province (navigate to "Baodu Village Scenic Area Parking Lot")  🎫Tickets: Peak season (Apr 21–Oct 19): CNY 50｜Off-season (Oct 20–Apr 20): CNY 30 Free admission: Children under 1.2 m/Seniors over 60/Active military personnel/People with disabilities  ⏰Opening hours: Peak season: 8am–5:30pm｜Off-season: 8:30am–5pm (night tour: 4:30am–5:30pm)  ✨Highlights: One of the four most famous villages in China❗️Ancient battlefield of the "last stand"⚔️ + Taoist "Northern Mount Blessing" holy land⛩️ + Rooftop garden🌸 + Blood Battle of Baodu Village live-action show🎭! 🚗Transportation: ▪️By car: Navigate to "Baodu Village Parking Lot." Parking fee: CNY 10/day. Ample parking spaces available🚗 ▪️By high-speed rail: Shijiazhuang Railway Station → Take Tourist Bus No. 5 directly to the scenic area (CNY 2)🚌 ▪️Night hike: Free admission before 4:30am. Enjoy the sunrise and sea of clouds🌅  ▪️Avoid scams: Don't trust "unofficial guides" offering shortcuts! Free shuttle buses are available within the scenic area. 📅Itinerary: 🌞Full-view hiking route: 1️⃣ Morning: Enter through the South Gate → Take photos of the mountaintop gate tower at Nantianmen📸→Visit Han Xin Temple and see the murals of the last stand🗡️→Count the underground stone sculptures at the Five Hundred Arhats Hall (prize for kids who count to 100)🏆 2️⃣ Noon: Enjoy donkey meat sandwiches on Heaven Street🌮→Buy a "Zixia Fairy" cultural and creative bracelet (exclusive to the scenic area)💍 3️⃣ Afternoon: Explore the myriad Buddha statues at Wanfo Cave🧘♂️→Take photos of the "Reclining Buddha" silhouette on the Great Wall surrounding the mountain📷→Scream your way down the mountain on the slide (2,088 meters of high-speed ground-hugging flight!)🛷 4️⃣ Evening: Watch the live-action show Blood Battle of Baodu Village (weekends/Golden Week only)💥→Enjoy lamb skewers at the bonfire party🔥 ⛱️Recommended activities: ▪️Top 3 must-try activities: 🚡Passenger cableway over the Reclining Buddha (fully transparent cabins)｜🎢Ground-hugging slide｜🎭Live-action show Blood Battle of Baodu Village ▪️Hidden gems: 🕵️♂️Collect stamps and redeem a "Holy Land Passport" (available at the visitor center)｜💎Find the "double Buddha reflection" Easter egg at Wanfo Cave ▪️Family fun: ⛏️Dig for "ancient coins" in the archaeology blind box｜🚂Take a ride on the mountaintop mini train ▪️Culture exploration: 🧘♀️Experience Taoist Zen tea at Jinque Palace｜👘Rent a Hanfu and take traditional photos 🏨Accommodation and services: ▪️Lake view immersion: Rongyi Resort Hotel (wake up to the view of the Reclining Buddha, free night tour tickets, CNY 400+ per person)🏯 ▪️Budget-friendly: Yijia 365 (near Beiguo Shopping Mall, CNY 150+ per person including breakfast)🏡 ▪️Convenient: Home Inn Ruibo Cloud Hotel (next to the zoo, free toys in family rooms)🦁 ✅Services: Free luggage storage｜Multilingual audio guides (CNY 40/day)｜Hanfu rental (CNY 30/hour) 💗Travel tips: ✅ Must-have items: Sunscreen and a folding stool! 3,068 steps can be tiring, and a folding stool is perfect for resting halfway up the mountain🪑 ✅ Best photo spots: 📍Silhouette at Nantianmen against the backlight｜🌄Sunrise and sea of clouds at Wangniuling｜📸"Buddha's Light" photo op at Wanfo Cave ✅ Things to avoid: 🚫Closed on Mondays (some sections of the park)｜🍢Don't buy overpriced sausages in the scenic area (bring your own snacks) ✅ Fun facts: 🌟The name "Baodu" (Holding a Calf) comes from a legend about a Northern Wei Dynasty shepherd boy who held a calf and became immortal｜Taoist master Zhang Sanfeng once practiced here⛩️ ✅ Safety tips: 🔥Bring a flashlight for night hikes｜🌧️The stone steps are very slippery after rain (wear non-slip shoes!)

Enjoy City Views in Shijiazhuang Enjoy city views, taste intangible cultural heritage foods, and see the New Year lantern festival... During the Spring Festival, Shijiazhuang attracted a large number of tourists, with popular attractions and a booming tourism market. The colorful "cultural tourism feast" allowed tourists to enjoy a festive holiday. Shijiazhuang is the capital of Hebei Province. It has a long history, rich culture, and stunning natural scenery! Here are some must-see attractions: Longxing Temple: As the number one must-see attraction in Shijiazhuang, this is a Buddhist cultural treasure. The temple has beautiful architecture and is very popular, making it perfect for history and culture lovers. Longquan Ancient Town · Drama Fantasy City: This place combines ancient town charm with drama culture. The light show at night is stunning, making it a great choice for night tours. Hebei Museum: If you want to learn about the history and culture of Hebei, this is a must-see. The museum has a rich collection and exciting exhibitions, making it a great place for kids and a good place to explore. Rongguo Mansion: This historic building is full of ancient charm, making you feel like you've traveled back in time to experience the weight and solemnity of history. Baodu Village: If you like hiking, Baodu Village is a great choice. The mountains are steep and beautiful, and once you reach the top, you'll have a panoramic view of Shijiazhuang. Zhaozhou Bridge: As a historical site, Zhaozhou Bridge has a history of over a thousand years. It has witnessed the changes and development of Shijiazhuang and is an important symbol of the city. Shijiazhuang Zoo: Want to get up close and personal with cute animals? Come to Shijiazhuang Zoo! There are many animals and interactive activities, making it perfect for family trips. Zhao Yun Temple: If you're interested in the Three Kingdoms culture, Zhao Yun Temple is a great place. It is dedicated to the famous general Zhao Yun, allowing you to learn more about that period of history. Bailu Hot Spring: Want to experience a slow life and enjoy the comfort of hot springs? Bailu Hot Spring is a great choice. The hot spring water is of high quality, and the service is excellent, making it a great place to relax. Are you interested in any of these attractions? Or do you have any specific travel preferences, such as a preference for historical and cultural attractions or natural scenery? Let me know, and I can provide you with more personalized travel advice!

This is the fourth time I have been to Gujiayu. I always turned left to the meadow before, but this time we plan to go to the North Gate of Baodu Village. There are quite a few people climbing Gujiayu. When we arrived at 10 o'clock today, there were more than a dozen cars parked in the village. Most of them went to the meadow, and there were about a dozen people climbing the North Gate like us. The whole journey is less than 4 kilometers, very easy to climb. It took a total of 2 hours. Trailhead: Gujiayu Village Black Fence Road conditions and feelings: 1. The first half is a relatively gentle dirt road, and the second half is a loose step that has been stepped on. People who are afraid of heights may feel uncomfortable because one side of the road in the second half is a cliff. 2. The vegetation in the second half is much better than that in the meadow. It is estimated that the mountain will be full of flowers in spring. 3. When you arrive at the North Gate, you can buy a ticket to enter Baodu Village. At that time, no ticket seller was seen. 4. We cut across a section of the mountain when we went down the mountain, because we saw some pine trees on the ridge that were quite tender and wanted to see them. 5. The route is very obvious, don't worry about going wrong, just return to the North Gate. 6. The more people there are, the more garbage there is. Bring a garbage bag and take away the garbage with you. There is a garbage can in Gujiayu Village.

| A "wonderful village in the world" hidden deep in the mountains that is not widely known. Although Baoduzhai is not very famous But it is an authentic national 4A-level tourist attraction. Also known as Baodui Mountain As a niche scenic spot hidden in the mountains of Shijiazhuang, Hebei It has beautiful mountains and clear waters, singing birds and fragrant flowers. It is a "wonderful village in the world" like a paradise on earth. Baoduzhai is bordered by the North China Plain to the east and the Taihang Mountains to the west. It is located in Luquan District, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province Beautiful Rivers and Mountains Ghostly A majestic momentum

During the climb at Baodu Fortress, there was a moment when I saw the shadow of Mount Tai. This section of the trail is so similar to the Eighteen Bends of Mount Tai. Baodu Fortress can be considered a mini Mount Tai, but this path is even more beautiful than Mount Tai because the scenic area has covered the houses with green leaves. This man-made landscape is quite eye-catching. With such beautiful scenery as a backdrop, how could climbing be tiring?🧐 The last few sections of the Baodu Fortress climbing stairs are very steep, and I already had a hard time at the first relatively gentle one. Knee pain, fear of heights, and fatigue forced me to stop and rest. There were others like me resting on the side of the road. Sometimes I would sit under the green curtain and look at the mountains opposite, truly understanding the saying 'a watched pot never boils.' You really can't rush climbing a mountain. Seeing that there are many more sections ahead after climbing one, I slowed down my pace and decided to fully capture the beautiful scenery in front of me, taking photos of this magnificent landscape. I would also look back at the path I had come from to see how far I had walked...

The deserted Baodu Fortress is very suitable for one to contemplate alone. Looking at the stone railing in the scenic area, the words 'One less piece of trash, one more piece of pure land; one less pollution, a more beautiful scenic area' deeply moved me. Everyone should consciously abide by the rules of the scenic area and take care of the natural environment. We shouldn't wait until nature is polluted and destroyed to regret it, as by then it will be too late. The rock I leaned on also had 'Be careful, no climbing' written on it, so I just leaned there for a while. Then I saw a red ribbon tied around a tree, I wonder whose wish or name is written on it 🧐 Certainly not mine 😁 Passing through those dangerous staircases, I felt like I was about to reach the summit. I kept stopping to check in along the way, otherwise, I could have climbed faster. I was so focused on looking towards the summit that I didn't notice the words carved on the stone behind me. It read 'West mountain vein goes, north ridge dragon comes'. Is this some kind of idiom? It feels awkward; anyway, I don't understand it 🧐 Further up, I saw many red wishing ribbons hanging on the railings, and there was also a check-in sign that read 'Only by seeing the scenery together can we reach the innermost heart, and the most beautiful thing is not the sunrise but our journey.' I think it's very well said, very nice 🧐

I clung to the rocks of Baoduzhai, feeling the beauty of Baoduzhai and leaving behind beautiful memories. This also reflects my love for every part of nature, not just the mountain tops. The road ahead is long, and as I continued exploring, I found a sign for the entrance to the slide. I checked in here and found that there is a slide in Baoduzhai that I can ride on. This is quite interesting 🧐. At the entrance of the slide, I saw this beautiful curtain made of green leaves. I sat here to take a photo of myself, but I failed several times. This is the nth photo... Under this curtain, there is also an old lady selling instant noodles. I saw her fiddle with these instant noodles and move them around. I don’t know what she is doing. Is she letting the noodles get some sun? 🧐 Then as I walked forward I saw a very motivating sign which said Forever young, always with tears in your eyes, oh my god, this is exactly what I feel! Continuing walking forward, I saw many red things for praying, so densely packed together. I stood here, looking at the mountains and rivers in the distance and made a wish for myself🙇

After leaving the house of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, I came to a small riverside. There was a horn with the words “Cry” written on it. . I knew you would come, so I waited for you. Then I walked to the love path of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl. I’ll simply check in here. . The next road covered with purple petals really amazed me. Who can resist stopping after passing through this hole? I must record such a stunning view🧐 . Finally, it is the magpie bridge where the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl met. I almost ignored this place, but I put on my clothes and prepared to leave. I saw it later. This is the check-in point for the end of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl’s home. It is also a perfect souvenir of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl’s home. 🧐 . After leaving the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl’s House, I thought I had checked out all the beautiful scenery in Baoduzhai, but I didn’t expect to find another place called Dianjiangtai. . I rushed to the stage and took a photo of myself. So cool😎 But it’s a pity that there are only drums on both sides but nothing to beat the drums. So regretful! . Then I walked towards the exit (there were no signposts in this place and I got lost for a long time before I reached the exit) . At the exit, you can see a yellow wall with the words "Bao Du Fu Di" written on it. . When I got to the exit, I went back the same way and started walking down the mountain. I took a look at the landscape I had left on the way up. . This is where the red wish bars are most densely packed. I shouldn't have forgotten about it when I came here. . On the way down the mountain, I didn’t forget to check in at every view. Later, I sat on the steps to rest for a while, and then went all the way down the mountain. 🚶

Finally reached the top of the Nantianmen Gate of Baoduzhai. This magnificent building made me feel emotional. I didn’t see any ancient buildings along the way. . This Nantianmen is the top of the mountain of Baoduzhai. But you can go in from here. There is a ticket gate inside. There are some more landscapes after entering. . You can see the words "The World's Wonderful Village" written on the back of the Nantianmen. Going inside, you will see a big stone with the words "Baoduzhai" engraved on it. There are many beautiful flowers under the stone. . Going further in, there is a vertical stone tablet. It is also a wonderland. I finally reached the top of this paradise. It can be regarded as conquering another famous mountain. . What kind of scenery can you see after entering the second ticket gate on the top of the mountain? . First, we go to the Han Xin Temple. Walk up the stairs and you will reach the Han Xin Temple. You can learn about the history of the humiliation of being kicked in the crotch. . After Han Xin Temple is the Great Wall of Baoduzhai. This endless Great Wall is really tiring to walk on. . I walked around here for a long time, looking at the vast mountains and rivers. The Great Wall might be a good viewing point. I also checked in here a lot. There are my footprints along the wall and on the roadside.

🌟Highlight Features: Bao Duzhai is not the name of a village stronghold, but rather a mountain. The mountain stands majestic, surrounded by cliffs on all sides, yet the summit is open and flat, lush with vegetation, and the scenery is strikingly peculiar, resembling a paradise on earth. It was also the ancient battlefield of Han Dynasty's Huainyin Marquis, Han Xin's 'fight with his back to the water', and it has the reputation of being the 'world's marvelous stronghold' and 'Bao Du blessed land'. 📝Note tips: Due to the steep terrain of Bao Duzhai, there are only two mountain paths, south and north, that lead to the summit. To facilitate tourists' ascent, the scenic area has built a cable car system over 1800 meters long, and friends with less physical strength may choose to take the cable car up the mountain. 🕙Business Hours: Peak Season 08:00-17:30 (April 1st - October 31st) Off-Season 08:30-17:00 (November 1st - March 31st of the following year) ⏳Recommended Duration of Visit: 4~6 hours 💰Ticket Price: Adult ticket peak season 65 yuan, off-season 45 yuan (excluding cableway) 🚉Transportation Strategy: You can take a bus directly from within Shijiazhuang city

Travel Tips: 1️⃣ Adult ticket ¥55, student ticket ¥30 (After 17:30, you can enter the park for free) 2️⃣ Slide ticket full course ¥70, half course ¥50 (It's very fun and exciting, just like a roller coaster) 3️⃣ Cable car ¥40 (The ride is very long, and there are a lot of people queuing to go down the mountain) 4️⃣ There are prayer ribbons on the mountaintop (¥5, sincerity comes from the heart) Travel Route: 1️⃣ Enter through the South Heaven Gate (Go early, and you can also take beautiful photos) 2️⃣ Continue walking inside, there is a stone with 'Baoduzhai' written on it (You can take photos and check in) 3️⃣ Keep walking inside and you'll find the Han Xin Shrine (You can rest here for a while) 4️⃣ Continue to the Thousand Buddha Cave (no photography allowed) The whole cave is filled with Buddha statues, both small and large. This place is a bit hard to find, and you have to go down a particularly steep staircase. The view from here is especially beautiful. 5️⃣ The Great Wall walls are worth a visit (The panoramic view is very beautiful, but if you're too tired, you might want to skip it) 6️⃣ Jinque Palace is recommended for a visit, (no photography allowed) Inside there are gods of wealth and various deities. Everyone gets a shock when entering the Cowherd and Weaver Girl's home, where there are some statues and scenes of ancient life. Night Climbing Tips: (No need to buy a ticket) 1️⃣ Items to bring: ① Bring a light jacket (it gets a bit cold at the mountaintop) ② Bring essential balm, mosquito repellent (there are mosquitoes) ③ Bring a flashlight (there are almost no street lights, and the path is a bit dark) ④ Wear a pair of travel shoes (the path up the mountain is all stairs) ⑤ Bring a reasonable amount of water (there are places to buy on the way, quite affordable) ⑥ Bring a seat cushion (there are no places to sit at the mountaintop) 2️⃣ Many students climb at night (You can form a team to climb together) 3️⃣ The path up the mountain is all stairs (The first half has lower steps, the second half has higher steps) 4️⃣ The route to the top of Baoduzhai (After crossing over one mountain, there is another one, and the top of this second mountain is the South Heaven Gate) It's suggested to rest and have some food after crossing the first mountain peak. 5️⃣ Check the sunrise time before departure, then plan your climbing time accordingly, as the sunrise time varies every day! 6️⃣ Night climbers can bring their own flashlights and hot water. 📸 Hottest Check-in Spots: 1️⃣ The scenery halfway up the mountain and after reaching the summit 2️⃣ The platform above the Thousand Buddha Cave on the way down from the South Heaven Gate to the North Heaven Gate (no photography allowed inside the Thousand Buddha Cave) 3️⃣ The red rope wishing spot 4️⃣ The iconic building of the South Heaven Gate 5️⃣ Baoduzhai Great Wall 6️⃣ Cowherd and Weaver Girl's Garden (the flowers are very photogenic) 🍱 Food and Drink Tips 1️⃣ At the foot of the mountain: There are many food stalls along the road to the entrance, with starch sausages (¥10 for 4), stinky tofu, donkey meat sandwiches, etc. 2️⃣ On the mountain: There are many stalls along the way up, so there's no need to worry about not having water to drink, and there are also some fruits (like watermelon), cucumbers (¥5), tomatoes, etc. Water is ¥3 per bottle Transportation Tips: Bus🚌: You can take the Tourism Route 5, Tourism Route 12, Luquan Route 1, or Route 320 to get there. Self-driving🚗: Just navigate (parking ¥4 with no time limit)

| I finally found the ceiling of the ancient village around Beijing! . Finally I found the ceiling of ancient villages around Beijing - Baoduzhai! This is a mountain hidden in the deep mountains of Hebei. The "most unique village in the world" is not well known to the public. The simple and unpretentious Baoduzhai is not very famous. But in fact it is a genuine national 4A-level tourist attraction. Baoduzhai is located in Luquan District, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province. The mountains and rivers are magnificent, the ancient villages are simple and rustic, the scenery is quaint and picturesque.

Baodu Village, also known as Baodu Mountain It is a niche scenic spot in Shijiazhuang, Hebei. It is a "wonderful village in the world" that is like a paradise on earth. 📍Detailed address: Baoduzhai is located in Luquan District, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province If you are departing from Beijing It takes about 300 kilometers to drive ❤Recommendation reason: Baoduzhai is a treasured ancient village It combines human history and natural scenery The cliffs are beautiful It is worthy of being a famous ancient village with a long history.