2025 Huailai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

The West Town Hotel will soon be able to check in and live in a small villa located in the 8th group. The upper and lower floors and the four rooms are more comfortable! The interior is decorated with warm tones and wooden furniture, combined with modern elements to improve the Chinese style, but retains the calm and charm, and adds some fresh, leather sofa seats, American furniture contains a variety of cultural heritage! Simple vacation, friends who lived in the original township began to take us around.

Drive from Beijing, follow the Badaling Expressway and go straight to the ancient cliffs, but in just 2 hours, you can reach the Orengda tribe and the original township, the resort town at the foot of the Jingxi Mountains. Here is the pure American West style - the ups and downs of the "Route 66" in the town, the American country style cottages, the quaint chapel and the palatial wine museum... even the sculptures in the town are cowboys And the shape of the bull, full of rough and unrestrained meaning. The owners who live here are affectionately known as the village people of the Orenda tribe and the original town. In addition to the residence, it also creates a complete authentic American western market and Settlement culture - In the quaint white chapel, I heard that there are often "villas" to practice the violin. Some people in the wine museum are tasting and even making wine. Huayou Huizhong has a "village folk" to make a collage of dried flowers. Some people are splashing ink creations. Surprisingly, these villas from all walks of life are not artistically professional, but their works are commendable. It seems that the relaxed and free atmosphere here has awakened their hearts. Dream, let them become artists of life. What makes me most heart-warming is the garden courtyard built by the village people. The area is small, but it is a cluster of flowers. The ground is almost completely covered by green plants, and the winding stone path is from There is a greenery coming out of the way, and from time to time there is a big cat leisurely passing by - you see, no matter how embarrassing the world, some people will have their own days into poetry.

A trip to Jiming Mountain requires some preparation. A mountain's fame doesn't depend on its height, but on its legends. At 1128.9 meters above sea level, Jiming Mountain is considered the highest solitary mountain outside the Great Wall, and naturally, it has many legends and stories. Jiming Mountain is located in Xiahuayuan District, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province. Does the name Xiahuayuan (Lower Garden) imply the existence of Shanghuayuan (Upper Garden) and Zhonghuayuan (Middle Garden)? Yes, during the reign of Empress Dowager Xiao, she admired the scenery and location of this area, so she designated Shanghuayuan, Zhonghuayuan, and Xiahuayuan. Today, Shanghuayuan is a township, Zhonghuayuan doesn't exist as a place name, and Xiahuayuan is a district. Jiming Mountain wasn't originally called Jiming Mountain. Legend has it that a black wind monster was wreaking havoc, so a celestial being used a mountain to block the monster's cave. The mountain appeared overnight, as if it had flown there, hence the name "Feilai Feng" (Flying Peak). Jiming Mountain is also called Moji Mountain, a name derived from a poignant historical story. Numerous emperors and rulers, including Emperor Wencheng of Northern Wei, Emperor Taizong of Tang, Emperor Shengzong of Liao, Empress Dowager Xiao, Emperor Shun of Yuan, and Emperor Yingzong of Ming, have ascended Jiming Mountain. Emperor Taizong of Tang named it Jiming Mountain after hearing a rooster crow. It's best to familiarize yourself with the attractions beforehand. At the foot of the mountain, the path zigzags upwards. No matter how far you've walked, the Three-Story Four-Pillar Archway marks only the starting point. Numerous attractions await, including the Mountain God Temple, Empress Dowager Xiao Pavilion, Mingji (Crowing Rooster), Guanyin Temple, Longguyan (Dragon Bone Rock), Yongning Temple, Wuzhifeng (Five Finger Peak), Luotuoyan (Camel Rock), Shouguifeng (Tortoise Peak), Zhushadong (Cinnabar Cave), Suolumeng (Locked Road Gate), Bifengqiao (Windbreak Bridge), Nantianmen (Southern Heavenly Gate), Yuhuangge (Jade Emperor Pavilion), Bixia Yuanjun Temple on the West Peak, and the Sunrise Viewing Platform on the East Peak. Empress Dowager Xiao enjoyed the scenery from Jiming Mountain. Her pavilion offers a clear view of the constellations above. Emperor Kangxi visited Xiahuayuan four times and climbed Jiming Mountain twice. The stone where he rested is called "Wolongshi" (Reclining Dragon Stone). Notable attractions like Empress Dowager Xiao Pavilion, Wolongshi, Mountain God Temple, God of Wealth Temple, and Yongning Temple are easy to spot. However, the naturally formed attractions like Luotuoyan and Shouguifeng might be missed if you're not observant. As the saying goes, "You cannot see the true face of Mount Lu, only because you are within its mountains." So, don't just look down while walking; look around and you'll discover formations that truly resemble a camel, a testament to nature's artistry. The climb up Jiming Mountain is challenging. No matter how long you walk, the elevation gain appears minimal on the contour lines. Be prepared mentally and physically. Bring plenty of water. You'll sweat a lot while climbing, and there are no vendors along the way. Along with water, pack hydrating fruits like grapes and cantaloupe. When you need a break, stop, enjoy the fruit, take in the panoramic view, and then continue your journey. Most people drive to Jiming Mountain. Bring enough water for the ascent and pack a picnic blanket, bread, fruit, and other food in your car for a picnic after descending. Believe it or not, the scenery is different going up and down, and different people see different things. There's a post office on Jiming Mountain. If it's open, you can send a postcard. Vegetarian meals are available. There's also a large slide.

Guanting Reservoir is located in the northwest of Beijing, spanning Huailai County in Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, and Yanqing District in Beijing. It is the oldest large reservoir on the Yongding River in the Haihe River system and the first large reservoir built after the founding of the People's Republic of China. In the beginning of winter, more than 1,000 swans fly to Guanting Reservoir, where they rest, forage, and play, as if performing a brand new version of "Swan Lake." ⛸️Best Time for Ice Skating: The ice skating season at Guanting Reservoir usually starts in mid-December and lasts until the end of February of the following year. However, the specific time depends on the weather conditions, as the ice surface will be more solid when the temperature is lower. It is recommended to check the weather forecast before traveling and choose a sunny day with a lower temperature. 🚗Self-Driving Route: ● Depart from downtown Beijing, take the Beijing-Tibet Expressway (G6), and exit at "Yanqing North." ● Follow the signs to Guanting Reservoir. We went to the section of the road before the ticket office of Woniu Film and Television City. ● Parking suggestion: You can park along the reservoir! ⚠️Tips: The temperature in Yanqing is 5–10 degrees lower than in the city! Be sure to wear more clothes! Because it is relatively open, it was very windy when we went! Be sure to bring gloves, hats, scarves, masks, and sunglasses! It is important to wear non-slip shoes! Bring your own ice car! Play tools!

Book for Spring Festival! European-style castle family-friendly hotel in the suburbs of Beijing, Crowne Plaza Huailai As a five-star hotel, Crowne Plaza Huailai not only offers a wide range of activities and facilities, but is also family-friendly and more affordable than other hotels in the area! Read on to find out more~ The package includes breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children, a Spring Festival buffet dinner, water park tickets, Spring Festival market vouchers, children's facilities, and Spring Festival activities. It's almost like staying for free! Crowne Plaza Huailai is really showing its sincerity during the Spring Festival peak season! Although Crowne Plaza Huailai is located in Zhangjiakou, it takes the same amount of time to get there from downtown Beijing as it does to get to popular hotels in the Yanqing area, such as Hyatt Regency Beijing Shiyuan, Puxun, and Crowne Plaza Badaling! This means that Crowne Plaza Huailai can be added to your list of weekend getaways in the suburbs of Beijing! There are so many attractions in the area! The majesty of the Great Wall at Badaling, the colors of the Beijing Expo Park, the tranquility of the Wild Duck Lake Wetland Park, the fun of the Badaling Wildlife Park, and the grandeur of the Guanting Reservoir... Take your little one on an outdoor adventure for a whole day, and you won't regret it! The hotel itself is like a small attraction, and entering Crowne Plaza Huailai is like stepping into a fairytale world! The European-style castle architecture and floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms allow you to enjoy the scenery and a visual feast! The hotel has an indoor water park and a children's play area, so you can have fun without leaving the hotel. The indoor water park is over 1,500 m², and the children's play area is specially designed for kids. Your little one is sure to have a great time, and you can relax in a comfortable environment! Exclusive 2-day, 1-night Spring Festival package [Stay] 1 night in a Crowne Plaza Superior Room [Dining] Breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children (under 1.2 m) the next day [Dining] Buffet dinner for 2 adults and 2 children (under 1.2 m) once [Play] Indoor water park tickets for 2 adults and 1 child (under 1.4 m) during your stay [Enjoy] CNY 60 Spring Festival market voucher [Dining] Bouncy castle, Spring Festival scroll, swimming pool, gym, indoor and outdoor children's play area Great Wall at Badaling Crowne Plaza Huailai Zhangjiakou

✅ Explore the Natural Beauty of Huailai This beautiful city attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Wanyue Hotel is located here, allowing you to enjoy the charm of Huailai while enjoying delicious food. ✅ Comfortable Accommodation Wanyue Hotel offers luxurious rooms and suites, each equipped with advanced facilities and comfortable beds, ensuring that every stay is an unforgettable experience. ✅ Gourmet Feast Our restaurant offers authentic Huailai cuisine and international cuisine, allowing you to enjoy a travel feast on your taste buds. Whether it's exquisite hot pot or authentic farmhouse dishes, we can meet your different needs. ✅ Wanyue Hot Spring Huailai Bathe in the natural hot springs and feel the warmth and comfort brought by Wanyue Hot Spring. Here, we create a paradise for you to relax and wash away fatigue. The hot spring water is pure and rich in various minerals, which has a high maintenance value for the skin. Here, you can enjoy various hot spring pools to nourish and soothe your body and mind. ✅ Recommended Attractions Guanting Reservoir: Enjoy the magnificent lake and mountain scenery and experience tranquil water activities. Tianmo: Explore the unique desert landscape and feel the magical charm of nature. Jimingyi: Stroll through the ancient post station and feel the long history and culture. Huailai Wine Museum: Explore the history of wine, taste the style of the wine capital, trace the roots, and enjoy the long-lasting charm of wine. ✅ Quality Service Our professional team always puts customers first, providing thoughtful and considerate service to ensure that every trip is full of joy and surprises. Wanyue Hotel Huailai looks forward to starting an unforgettable journey with you!

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Youzhou Grand Canyon, also known as Yongding River Grand Canyon, refers to the 28-kilometer-long Yongding River Canyon water system from Guanting Reservoir in Huailai, Hebei to Yanhecheng Village in Mentougou, Beijing. The name Yongding River Grand Canyon is a bit broad, not as refreshing as Youzhou Grand Canyon, especially the word "Youzhou", which is ancient and modern, and makes people think. In the storytelling, the story of the Northern Song Dynasty "Yang Family Generals and Eight Tigers Breaking into Youzhou" is inspiring; in the poetry, the great poet of the Tang Dynasty, Chen Ziang, wrote a poem "Song of Climbing Youzhou Platform" that has been famous for thousands of years. Ancient Youzhou is a big concept, and now the only place that can be related to this geographical concept is Youzhou Village in the Yongding River Grand Canyon. The winding Youzhou Grand Canyon, with cliffs on both sides and a river flowing eastward in the middle, blue sky, white clouds, majestic mountains, clear water, simple folk customs and houses... Because of the well-preserved original appearance, it has always been favored by hiking enthusiasts. Route: about 14-18 kilometers, climbing about 200 meters, leisure, suitable for family Meeting point: Gongzhufen, Mudanyuan Subway Station Outdoor hiking organization, small group departure, no need to rush, beautiful photo taking, mature hiking route, starting from near Youzhou Village, passing through the hanging wall road, to Guanting Reservoir, is a crossing route. The route is leisurely, with a total length of about 16km, climbing 160m, descending 80m, and an intensity of about 0.5. A leg-stretching and sightseeing route, suitable for all ages. If you can't walk during the journey, you can stop a private car or find a car to take you to the end (at your own expense). The starting point, the simplicity and tranquility of Youzhou Village, is a popular location for filming. Along the way, the Yongding River flows continuously and is crystal clear. The cliffs of the Taihang Mountains and the magnificent scenery are displayed through the windows, and every step between the cliffs is a moving picture. At the end, the vast expanse of Guanting Reservoir, the blue water connecting the sky, and you can also have a meal of fresh reservoir fish. Come and experience the Beijing version of the South Taihang trip! Road conditions: main road, hardened road. Recommendation: sports shoes, travel shoes, trail shoes and other shoes with good elasticity Reminder: The road is narrow, pay attention to the traffic.

Not suitable for novices, there are many cliffs and climbing experience is required. Being able to read pictures requires good physical endurance and teamwork. Not suitable for walking in large groups It’s really beautiful, ecstatic and enjoyable!

🏨 Jimingyi Ancient Town ❤Recommended reason: Drive along the G6 Beijing–Lhasa Expressway for 100 km, away from the hustle and bustle of Beijing, and you will find Jimingyi, an ancient post station with a history of over 700 years, hidden in the lonely and towering Jiming Mountain. 🌟Highlights: Jimingyi, named after the mountain, was built in the Yuan Dynasty. Inside the square ancient city, there are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and the east and west gate towers stand tall! Before the restoration, the east gate was a classic filming location for the movie "A Chinese Odyssey", while the west gate offers a panoramic view of Jiming Mountain and the ancient city. Walking on the ancient city wall, you will feel like you have traveled back in time to the Ming Dynasty! 🗓Itinerary: Start from the east gate → Post Station Culture Museum → Taishan Palace → Wenchang Pavilion → Dragon King Temple → God of Wealth Temple → Yicheng Mansion → He Family Residence → Climb the west gate tower → Walk halfway along the city wall → Return to the east gate. The whole tour takes about 2 hours. 👍Most recommended: Post Station Culture Museum: The museum tells the story of the great changes in ancient postal, military, and transportation through a combination of objects and pictures. Taishan Palace: The palace is dedicated to Bixia Yuanjun, with colorful and vivid murals. Wenchang Pavilion: Built along the city wall, it is a sacred place for worshiping Wenchang Dijun and for post station students to seek knowledge. Dragon King Temple: The ancient stele and the ancient stage coexist with the White-robed Guanyin Hall, with delicate murals. God of Wealth Temple: Pray for wealth and prosperity. The murals in the temple are resplendent and magnificent, using exquisite gold foil techniques. Yicheng Mansion: The political center of the city in the past, where the highest official of the post station in the Qing Dynasty worked. He Family Residence: In 1900, Empress Dowager Cixi stayed here during her westward journey. The brick carving "Hongxi Jiefu" in the west wing is particularly eye-catching. 🍽Dining recommendation: Be sure to try the local specialty dish, Beizi, with its unique flavor!

🌄 Explore Biancheng Village in Huailai Town: A Journey Through Time 🌄 Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and longing for an adventure to escape reality? If your answer is yes, then follow my footsteps and explore the hidden secret place outside the hustle and bustle - Biancheng Village in Huailai Town. How to get there: Start your self-driving journey, along the winding mountain road, through the layers of mountains, Biancheng Village in Huailai Town is located in this tranquility. If you choose public transportation, then the train may be a good choice, and the scenery along the way is enough to make you forget the fatigue of the journey. Accommodation recommendation: Here, we recommend a few local specialty homestays. They not only allow you to experience authentic rural life, but also enjoy the warmth of home. Remember to book in advance to avoid missing the best place to stay. Food exploration: The food in Biancheng Village is a highlight not to be missed during the journey. The farmhouse dishes here use the freshest ingredients to cook the most authentic flavors. Don't forget to try the local specialties, every bite is the ultimate temptation to the taste buds. Natural scenery: Walking on the country roads of Biancheng Village, you will find that every step is a scenery. The sea of flowers in spring, the shade of green in summer, the golden yellow in autumn, and the snow white in winter, the seasons change, and the beautiful scenery continues. Photography tips: Bring your camera, because every corner here is worth recording. Whether it is the village in the morning light or the fields under the sunset, they are excellent shooting objects. Cultural experience: Learn more about the local culture, participate in traditional festivals, sing and dance with the villagers, and feel the simple happiness. Shopping guide: Don't forget to bring some local handicrafts home, they are not only souvenirs of the trip, but also a support for the local culture. Nightlife: When night falls, the night sky in Biancheng Village is particularly bright. Find a quiet corner, look up at the stars, and feel the vastness of the universe. Travel tips: - Choose suitable clothes according to the season, because the temperature difference in the mountains is large. - Carry some commonly used medicines with you in case of emergency. - Respect local customs, protect the environment, and do not litter. Conclusion: Biancheng Village in Huailai Town is a place where your soul can be purified. Here, you can slow down, listen to the sounds of nature, and feel the true meaning of life.

Great places for horse riding in the suburbs of Beijing|||🏜️Located at the border of Yanqing, Beijing and Huailai, Hebei, the Western Beijing Grassland has a lake of over 200 square kilometers and a flat lakeside with changing scenery throughout the year. The windmills and Haituo Mountain in the north complement each other. 🎈It is a great place for city dwellers to relax and unwind on weekends! 📸The wild riding leader will take pictures of your wonderful moments with the horse ⭐There are [Beginner Group] and [Advanced Group], each group has a maximum of 4 people and 1 leader ❤️Each group arranges the riding pace and distance independently, suitable for horse riding enthusiasts of all levels 🐴The horses are gentle and friendly ❗No pitfalls or traps 💰‹Advanced Group› 248r = 3 hours of wild riding 💰‹Beginner Group› 298r = 1 saddle time field practice + 3 hours of wild riding 🚌Transportation information: ①[Self-driving] About 1.5 hours from the North Fourth Ring Road ②[High-speed rail] "Beijing North Station or Qinghe Station" to "Donghuayuan North Station" round trip → free pick-up and drop-off ③[Bus] 919 Express "Deshengmen Station (departure)" to "Dafutuo Station" round trip → free pick-up and drop-off ④[Carpool] Can assist with carpooling or chartering

@Today, I checked in at Tsingpu Culture Hotel Ruiyun with my best friend. This winery, built in 1998, combines the characteristics of ancient European architecture, allowing us to easily experience the artistic leisure of Tuscany. This boutique hotel also retains the winemaking process, and you can visit the wine cellar. The self-brewed wine produced here also brings a different taste experience and Italian romance to the delicious food of this trip. Accommodation There are only 15 guest rooms in the entire manor, including regular room types, one-bedroom and two-living room suites, and family suites. They are spacious and comfortable enough. This time, we stayed in a duplex with a small courtyard. The room was spacious, comfortable, bright, and distinctive. There was also a tatami mat in the room. If you are a family with children, the children will definitely love it. We used it to do yoga, bask in the sun in the small courtyard, drink tea, watch the sunset, and talk about our childhood, laughing happily. Dining We booked lunch and dinner in advance and told the butler our meal time every day. We went directly to the restaurant at the appointed time, and the chef prepared nutritious meals according to our taste. There are Chinese and Western options. We stayed for two days. Lunch was Chinese (M5 Australian beef belly, mustard cheese shrimp balls, pigeon soup, rib soup), and dinner was Western (steak, lamb chops, pasta, salad, small cakes, cream mushroom soup), which satisfied our taste buds. Every meal was different. The butler also specially set up the table for dinner. Under the candlelight, we enjoyed the food and drank the winery's self-brewed Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, slowing down our life. Entertainment Artistic activities have always been a major feature of Tsingpu. In busy social activities, people are busy running around for a more abundant material life, but now people are more aware of spiritual satisfaction. You might as well come here to experience artistic activities. The teacher is very professional. You can not only get your own handicrafts but also learn about culture and enrich your mind. There are many activities. This time, we chose wet plate photography and Beijing Rabbit. After making handicrafts, we went to the hotel's vineyard to watch the sunset. There is a terrace and meeting space here. In autumn, you can have a barbecue outdoors, make tea around the stove, hold weddings, and have small meetings.

Guanting Reservoir National Wetland Park is located in Huailai County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, with a total area of more than 13,500 hectares. The wetland is a composite type, combining river and artificial wetlands, and its main function is to protect the ecological environment of the reservoir and upstream river wetlands. It is a national 4A-level scenic spot. The wetland park is home to a wide variety of birds, with 191 species. As the park is large and private cars are not allowed inside, visitors usually take a sightseeing bus to see the four attractions, one wetland museum, and three natural landscapes, which takes at least 2 hours. Address: Xixinbao Village, Huailai County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province

Today, I came to the famous Jimingyi Ancient City with great anticipation, but this visit left me very disappointed. Before entering the ancient city, I bought a ticket for 40 yuan. At the time, I thought the price was not too expensive, but after entering, I realized that the 40 yuan was really wasted. As soon as I entered the city, I was greeted by a chaotic scene. The layout of the buildings in the city is unplanned, with old and new houses randomly mixed together, completely lacking the simplicity and charm that an ancient city should have. Many of the so-called attractions are places where local residents live, and it feels like an ordinary village has been enclosed as a scenic spot, with no characteristics at all. Walking along the street, I found the roads narrow and bumpy, giving a very uncomfortable feeling. Several small temples look like they were hastily restored to fit the scene, and you can't feel the historical sediment and the solemnity of religious culture at all. I wanted to visit the museum to learn about the history and culture of the ancient city, but the museum is not only small, but most of the exhibition halls are not open, and the few open exhibition halls are hot and stuffy, with dim lighting, making it impossible to calm down and watch carefully. During the tour, there were many locals who kept pestering me to sell various goods, which was very annoying and seriously affected my mood. The management of the entire ancient city is also very chaotic, with vehicles parked randomly everywhere, which is out of place with the atmosphere of the ancient city. I thought this ancient city with a long history would bring me an unforgettable historical and cultural journey, but what I saw was such a dilapidated and chaotic scene. If you just want to see the ancient city wall, that's barely acceptable, but other than the city wall, there's really nothing worth seeing in the city. In short, this trip to Jimingyi Ancient City left me very disappointed, and I do not recommend you to come here to play. I don't think I'll be coming back to this place again.

Drive along the G6 Beijing–Lhasa Expressway, away from the hustle and bustle of Beijing, and you will find an ancient post station with a history of more than 700 years at the foot of the lonely Ji Ming Mountain—Ji Ming Yi. 📍Ji Ming Yi, built in the Yuan Dynasty, was named after the mountain and built as a post station. Within the square outline of the ancient city, there are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and the east and west gates stand tall. The east gate was a classic filming location for the movie "A Chinese Odyssey" before it was restored, and the west gate offers a panoramic view of Ji Ming Mountain and the ancient city. Walking on the ancient city wall, you will feel like you have traveled back in time to the Ming Dynasty. 💌 "The war drums urge the sky, and the family letter is heavy." In the past, the post horses galloped and changed horses here, but now the post station has become an "E station," where the past and present meet. The people and things have changed, but the charm remains. 🚶‍♀️[Walking Route] Start at the east gate → Post Station Culture Museum → Taishan Palace → Wenchang Pavilion → Dragon King Temple → God of Wealth Temple → Post Station Official's Mansion → He Family Residence → Climb the west gate tower → Walk halfway along the city wall → Return to the east gate. The whole tour takes about 2 hours. ☑️[Must-Visit Attractions] 📍Post Station Culture Museum: A combination of objects and pictures tells the story of the great changes in ancient postal, military, and transportation. 📍Taishan Palace: Dedicated to Bixia Yuanjun, with colorful and vivid murals. 📍Wenchang Pavilion: Built along the city wall, it is a holy place for worshiping Wenchang Dijun and post station students seeking knowledge. 📍Dragon King Temple: The ancient stele and ancient stage coexist with the White-robed Guanyin Hall, with delicate murals. 📍God of Wealth Temple: Pray for wealth, with magnificent murals inside, using exquisite gold leaf techniques. 📍Post Station Official's Mansion: The political center of the city in the past, where the highest official of the post station in the Qing Dynasty worked. 📍He Family Residence: In 1900, Empress Dowager Cixi stayed here during her westward journey, and the brick carving "Hongxi Jiefu" in the west wing is particularly eye-catching. 🍲🍲Local Cuisine🍲🍲 Be sure to try the local specialty dish, Beizi, with its unique flavor!

Where is the largest and most functional ancient military post station in existence, and the world's earliest post office? With these questions and curiosity, let's talk about the stories of Jiming Post today. Jiming Post, also known as Jiming Mountain Post, is located at the foot of Jiming Mountain on the north bank of the Yanghe River in the northwest of Huailai County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province. In 2001, it was announced by the State Council as a national key cultural relics protection unit. The post was named after the mountain, and the city was named after the post. According to experts, Jiming Post is the largest and most functional ancient post station in existence. Jiming Post was built in the Yuan Dynasty. In 1219, Genghis Khan led his troops to the west, and a post road was opened on the avenue leading to the west city, and a "station red" was set up, that is, a post station. In the 18th year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1420 AD), Jiming Post was expanded into the first major station for the Beijing Division of Dinghuo Prefecture. During the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, a post official was set up to manage the post station affairs. Jiming Post was built with a rammed earth wall in the eighth year of Chenghua in the Ming Dynasty (1472 AD), and a brick city wall was built in the fourth year of Longqing (1570 AD). The city has a circumference of 2,330 meters and a wall height of 12 meters. There are two gates in the east and west. There are two floors of Yue Tower above the city gate. The Jade Emperor Pavilion is built in the middle of the city, and corner towers are built in the four corners of the city.

|Jiming Post Station. 🏠Address: 139 Country Road, Huailai County, Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province 🎫Ticket: CNY 36 💡Highlights: Ming Dynasty post station remains, world endangered heritage, less commercialized, mainly ancient villages, ancient city walls eroded by green bricks, a sense of broken beauty ⏰Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 ❗️❗️The ancient town is very small and it is not recommended to go there specially. If you are on the way, you can spend half a day to visit

Jimingyi Ancient City is currently the most complete large-scale Qing Dynasty post station in China. In ancient times, it was a hub of information and transportation, playing important roles in transmitting information and transferring materials. The ancient city of Jimingyi is surrounded by a city wall. The city wall has three gates in the east, west and north for entry and exit. There are villages in the city where local people still live. legend about it The war rages on for three months, and letters from home are worth ten thousand gold... In ancient times, the post station served as a modern post office and a military base. To send a letter quickly, you need to change horses at the inn station. Jiming Station got its name because it is backed by Jiming Mountain. It started in the Yuan Dynasty and flourished in the Ming Dynasty. It is the only remaining large-scale and fully functional station in China. On the long journey outside the Great Wall in the west of Beijing, Jimingyi is a warm place among the mountains. This place once had a prosperous economy and culture, with merchants gathering, glorious temples, and magnificent buildings. There are five "three horizontal and two vertical" streets in the city that run through the east, west, north and south. The city is unevenly divided into 3 areas, 9 blocks and 12 pieces according to the character "well". 🔴【Main Building】 There are many buildings in the scenic area but they are all very small. Each building is very close to each other. You can visit each one. We recommend the following main buildings: ☑️He Family Courtyard The most famous "He Family Courtyard" in the inn was once the place where the Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu stayed during their escape. To this day, there are still four large regular script characters "Hongxi receives blessing" carved on bricks on the gable wall of the second courtyard as a commemoration of the Empress Dowager Cixi's residence here. ☑️Taishan Temple Taishan Temple was built in the 8th year of Shunzhi in the Qing Dynasty. It has a history of more than 300 years, but the murals in the temple are still clearly visible, and the layered painting effect is shocking. ☑️Yi culture themed post office ☑️Pudu Temple transportation: You can directly navigate to the east or west gate of Jimingyi. Parking in the parking lot at the entrance is 10 yuan per time. External vehicles are not allowed to enter the ancient city. Opening hours: 08:30 - 17:30, it is also open at other times, but no tickets are charged because the toll collectors get off work (sometimes they get off work later), and sometimes the toll collectors come earlier in the morning. Tickets: It costs 40 yuan at the ticket office and 36 yuan online. You can negotiate the price when there are not many people. If you are lucky, it will be 20 yuan per person. Children under 1.2 meters (inclusive) are free, students with student ID are half-price, those over 70 years old (inclusive) are free, and those between 60 (inclusive) and 70 years old (inclusive) are half-price. 👩👩👩Personal suggestions: If you don't like history and don't like it, I don't recommend making a special trip. Moreover, the place is not big and you can finish it in about 1-2 hours.

🍷Shacheng Great Wall Sangqian Winery It is the flagship winery of COFCO Wine Investment Co., Ltd. It is located on the left bank of the intersection of Sanggan River and Yang River, hence its name. Sangqian Winery was founded in 1978. China's first bottle of dry wine that complies with international standard technology was born here. Sanggan's wine is also a frequent guest at state banquets, used to entertain important guests from various countries. 🍇Wine cellar tour: The wine cellar tour was quite interesting, and I learned a lot about the history and knowledge of wine. After entering the wine cellar, the air is filled with the rich aroma of wine. I also tasted some unlisted wines and found them to be stronger and richer in flavor than ordinary wines. 🏨Accommodation and catering: The winery offers accommodation where you can spend the night. Since the winery is quite far from town, you can dine at the winery. There is a restaurant on the second floor of the exhibition hall. The price is not expensive and the taste is good. 📍Detailed address: It is east of Dongshuiquan Village, Shacheng Town, Huailai County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, about 100 kilometers northwest of Beijing. Huailai·Zhangjiakou 🚉Transportation guide: 🚗Self-driving from Beijing, you can navigate to Sangqian Winery in 2 hours 🚄Take the high-speed rail to "Donghuayuan North Station", then take a taxi for 30 minutes to reach the winery

▪️There is a kind of broken beauty here, not far from the capital. But there is a feeling of still living in the middle of the last century. ▫️More than a hundred years ago, the Eight-Power Allied Forces entered Beijing, and Cixi took Guangxu Emperor, the queen and others to escape to Xi'an. Cixi went west, and one of the stops was here. ▪️This is Jiwu Post, which was built in the Yuan Dynasty. It was named after the mountain and the city was set up because of the post. There are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties in the square city outline, and there are two city towers in the east and west. ▫️The surface of the city wall is made of bricks, and the inner layer is rammed earth. The fingerprints left by the craftsmen of the Ming Dynasty can still be seen on the bricks of the city gate. There are 4 corner towers around the city wall. There is a city gate in the east and west, a city tower on the city gate, and a chimney outside the city. The roads in the city are crisscrossed, dividing the buildings in the city into twelve areas of different sizes. There are many historical shops and houses in the city. [Tour route] East Gate➡️Post Office Exhibition Hall➡️Taishan Palace➡️Wenchang Palace➡️Dragon King Temple ➡️Yi Chengshu➡️Hejia Courtyard➡️Climb the West Gate Tower➡️Walk half a circle along the city wall➡️East Gate 📷Recommended check-in: 📍Hejia Courtyard: In 1900, Empress Dowager Cixi lived in the west wing of this courtyard when she fled to the west. The brick carving "Hongxi Jiefu" is the highlight. (There are currently local people living, full of life) 📍Taishan Palace: It is dedicated to Bixia Yuanjun (commonly known as Taishan Grandma, it is said that the south is dedicated to Mazu, and the north is dedicated to Bixia Yuanjun), and there are 580-year-old murals in the Ming Dynasty in the hall. 📍Yi Chengshu: The government agency that governs the whole city, where the core officials of the Qing Dynasty post city and their officials work. (There are also local people living) 📝Note tips: 💰Ticket: 40 yuan 🕙Business hours: 8:30-17:30 📌To be honest, if such an ancient city is placed in the Yangtze River Delta region, it will have been repaired and there will be an endless stream of tourists. And here, local residents still live in ancient buildings (attractions), each collecting 1 or 2 yuan for tickets. Maybe the house was left by the ancestors, maybe not, it is hard to say good or bad, I still hope to plan well.

The villa is in a great location, with a small courtyard next to the artificial lake. You can enjoy the green mountains and rivers by opening the curtains. The room is exquisitely decorated and warmly furnished to meet daily needs. The boss is very enthusiastic and the service is timely. There are several canteens in the community, which is very convenient for dining. The town also has a lot of activities, everyone is having fun. The tribe is next to the ancient cliff dwelling scenic spot, and it takes an hour to climb to the top, with pleasant scenery. Both young and old are very satisfied with this trip. Will come again next time.

Enjoy the clear autumn sky, the open view of the lake and mountains, and the white windmills. Feel the cool autumn breeze and enjoy every moment surrounded by nature. Run in the vast green fields, stroll through the endless vineyards, eat big fish from the Guanting Reservoir, and have a happy weekend. 📍Allen Winery, Guanting Reservoir, Huailai County 🚄: Depart from Beijing North or Qinghe Station to [Donghuayuan North Station] After getting off, you can take a taxi directly 🚗: 1.5 hours drive from Beijing ✍🏻Tips: The winery production site and wine cellar need to be booked in advance for visits 🍇【Travel Guide】 ⛺Camping by Guanting Lake Escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a while, and the green area provides camping equipment 🍇Visit the vineyard and winery The green vineyard area is very beautiful, as if you have been instantly transported to South France Visit the wine cellar and the staff will explain the process of making wine The sight of oak barrels piled up into a mountain is really eye-opening! 🍷Taste wine on site (all you can drink) You can also customize your own wine, engrave your name on the bottle, DIY blessings, and take away two bottles, which is very memorable. 🛝Cute outdoor children's playground The tree house in the dream, rich children's entertainment facilities, there is also a large indoor children's playground, ocean ball, climbing frame... free play, suitable for walking 🔥Eat big fish in the reservoir You must eat fish when you come to Guanting! The nearby iron pot stewed big fish is burned with firewood on the spot, the pancakes are super fragrant, it is recommended to make an appointment in advance, let the boss stew in advance🐟 📸Interior of the French architectural complex The entire architectural complex is French-style, and many wedding photos are taken here. The interior is a comprehensive service area with a reading room, swimming pool, insect exhibition for research and study, coffee shop, and hotel for accommodation.

Zhangjiakou City is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Hebei Province and a second-tier city. It has 6 districts and 10 counties, with a population of over 4.05 million and an area of 36,800 square kilometers. Zhangjiakou City has a long history, profound culture, beautiful natural scenery, and rich tourism resources. It is home to famous attractions such as the Emperor City, Dajingmen, the Great Wall, Bashang Grassland, Xiaowutai Mountain, and Jiming Post. In 2020, seven ski resorts including Genting, Taiwu, and Wanlong were built in Chongli District, Zhangjiakou City, and the 2022 Winter Olympics were successfully held with Beijing. Zhangjiakou City is a city that integrates natural beauty, historical culture, and modern fashion. Whether you are a history and culture enthusiast or an outdoor travel enthusiast, you can find your own fun and love here.

During the holidays, I took my two kids to visit the Jimingyi Ancient Town in Jingbei. Located at the foot of Jiming Mountain (Hebei), in 1219, Genghis Khan led his troops on a western expedition and opened a post road on the way to the Western Regions. A post station (then called: Zhan Chi) was set up here. During the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty, it was expanded into the largest post station and military fortress around the capital. The 800-year-long post history witnessed history. People traveling west and returning east met here. They stopped here to rest. Letters and weapons passed through the city (Jimingyi is the largest post station and the smallest city). The old city wall is well preserved. The various brick carvings in the ancient city courtyard are very beautiful... In 1900, when the Eight-Power Allied Forces approached Beijing, Cixi and Guangxu fled to Xi'an and passed by here and stayed in the He Family Courtyard (hence the name Cixi's One-Night Palace). It is considered the earliest homestay... The ancients understood art and culture better than us. Even in such a cold place in the north, there would be a big stage. It's so charming. The people of ancient times are no longer here, but the stage is still here (modern people often disappear due to stage collapse...). Some descendants of the post station still live in the ancient city (self-sufficient). They have their own land and vegetable garden. They grow their own vegetables and eat pure organic food. They pick apricots in the courtyard. They have plenty of purple garlic. They produce their own oatmeal specialties... This kind of life is too comfortable.

Qingpu Cultural Hotel (Huailai Badaling Ruiyun Store) is located in Dongyulin Village, Donghuayuan Town, Huailai County, Zhangjiakou City. It is based on the architectural style of Tuscany, Italy, and uses natural materials such as stone, wood, and plaster to express the texture of the building, allowing the building to organically integrate with the natural environment. This style gives the hotel a kind of rural tranquility and elegance, making people feel like they are in a beautiful manor in southern Italy. Red stone wall and arched door design The exterior walls of the hotel are made of red stone as the main material. These red stones are all sourced from the winery’s grape plantations, giving the building a simple and heavy texture. At the same time, the design of arched doors is also one of the important elements of the Tuscan style. They can be seen everywhere in the hotel, adding a romantic and classical atmosphere to the building. Qingpu Cultural Hotel (Huailai Badaling Ruiyun Branch) is a converted winery. What attracts me most is the scenery and architecture. Just take a photo and you will see the beautiful scenery. It is so beautiful that it makes people feel calm and I am drunk without realizing it!

Traditional old Beijingers love to go to Northern Beijing to escape the summer heat (a few degrees cooler). I took my two kids to temporarily stay at Badaling Peacock City Holiday House and discovered this Guanlan Villa community nearby. The atmosphere is very European (many Beijing-licensed cars parked inside). There is a waterfront viewing platform nicknamed Little Erhai, which is a popular photo spot for young people. Laketime Coffee café is fully occupied; tourists rest inside when they are tired and hot from walking ☕️. The outdoor area at the entrance has entertainment facilities and a water park ⛲️, making both adults and children very happy... We encountered a smiling dog (probably because it was hot). The owner hadn't returned yet, so we bought mineral water to cool it down... It's a great atmosphere at Guanlan Little Erhai～

If you want to see super large windmills, so close and so beautiful, head to Huailai in Zhangjiakou this weekend! It takes just over an hour to drive from the city center. Reservoir + windmills, super beautiful! Kids watched the windmills for a long time, filling up their long-distance vision reserves in one day! The endless grasslands let the children run wild! This time, a few friends made plans together, and with so many kids, it was a blast! For kids, grasslands = horseback riding. You can first sit/ride an all-terrain beach vehicle to feel the vastness of the grasslands. Then choose a horse that perfectly matches you and experience the long-awaited grasslands. There is laughter, there are screams, there is fear, and there is a desire to try! With many kids, there are all kinds of stories. Guanting Reservoir is huge, with places for horseback riding and camping. Although it's in Hebei, it's actually very close to Beijing, right next to Wild Duck Lake. One moment you're back in Beijing, the next you're in Hebei. Grasslands, reservoirs, windmills, the grassland species are highly diverse, with a rich variety of insects. A few kids together, holding nets, catching bugs, and getting to know nature!