Lao Longtou

I visited Laolongtou, one of the scenic spots in the Shanhaiguan area, at around one o'clock in the afternoon in Qinhuangdao. It is the eastern starting point of the Ming Great Wall where it meets the sea, and it is the only part of the Great Wall that combines mountain, sea, pass, and city into a single military defense system. This section of the wall was built during the Ming Dynasty and was a military fortress for coastal defense during that era. It is the only Great Wall on the sea in China. The ticket price is 50 yuan per person. The construction of the Laolongtou Great Wall began in the 14th year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (1381 AD), mainly to prevent cavalry from outside the pass from invading the hinterland of Shanhaiguan. The entire Laolongtou Great Wall consists of several parts, including the stone city that extends into the sea, Jinglu Platform, Nanhaikou, Chenghai Tower, Ninghai City, and the coastal Great Wall. Among them, 'Jinglu Platform' is the only 'enemy tower' of the Ming Great Wall that was built in the sea. From Chenghai Tower, one can gaze upon the majestic Laolongtou as it stretches into the vast sea, with a spirit that spans thousands of miles... Laolongtou

The Shanhaiguan in Qinhuangdao, Hebei, is the starting point of the Great Wall, and Shanhaiguan is known as the 'First Pass under Heaven'. Laolongtou, which extends directly into the sea, is also worth visiting. Laolongtou is located on the coast of the Bohai Sea, four kilometers south of Shanhaiguan City in Hebei Province. It is the eastern starting point of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall. Laolongtou is situated on high terrain and includes the 'Stone City Entering the Sea' built by Qi Jiguang, the General of Ji Town in the Ming Dynasty. The Stone City Entering the Sea is like a dragon's head reaching into the sea, playing with the waves, hence the name 'Laolongtou'. The Laolongtou scenic area consists of the Stone City Entering the Sea, the Temple of the Sea God, and other attractions. The west wall is inlaid with recumbent steles of poems about the Chenghai Tower written by emperors and literati of the Qing Dynasty. Inside the tower, there are cultural relics unearthed from Laolongtou and inscriptions and poems by some party and national leaders. Military buildings such as the Ninghai City Parade Ground, Longwu Camp, and the General's Platform within the city display the fortress style of the Ming Dynasty. The well-preserved Ming Dynasty Great Wall ruins have unique archaeological value. This section of the Great Wall entering the sea is the only military defense system in the Great Wall that combines mountains, sea, pass, and city. It is also the only sea entry point of the Ming Great Wall and the starting point of the eastern part of the Ming Great Wall. The construction of this section of the Great Wall was mainly to prevent the cavalry from outside the pass from invading the hinterland of Shanhaiguan. These fierce cavalry often took advantage of the low tide or the dry season in winter to make a long march along the beach. The foundation of this stone city on the sea is very solid and has withstood hundreds of years of sea erosion without destruction. Ticket price: 60 yuan for adults, 30 yuan for discounted tickets. Address: Building 3, Shihe Wangjiao, Shanhaiguan District.

Arriving for a short stay in Suizhong, known as the bridgehead for the revitalization of the Northeast The small city is very warm, the cost of living is not high, and it's suitable for bathing The barbecue and seafood are very delicious, remember to scrub with red wine when bathing Be sure to drink Bawang Temple drinks, eat water tofu and frozen pears Waist shrimp is a specialty, there are also oysters and sea snails here Starting from Suizhong, drive to Shanhaiguan and Laolongtou See the Great Wall enter the sea, the mountains and rivers are majestic, the sea breeze blows over, the blue sky spreads out, it feels too good It is recommended to buy tickets on site, there are not many people in winter, the tickets look good and can be collected. The minimum consumption in the cultural and creative shop is 10 yuan and you can get a stamp, the stamp looks very good Finally, take a look at the entrance of Shanhaiguan Railway Station Eat a grilled cold noodle and drink a bottle of Shanhai Great Wall soda Perfect "Mountain, gathering immortals is strange; Sea, hiding dragon is divine; Pass, based on danger and heroism. Only by walking through the mountains, sea, and pass can you play all over Shanhaiguan"

The Siberian seagulls in Qinhuangdao are in place! Hurry up Every early winter, tens of thousands of Siberian seagulls come from afar, trekking through mountains and rivers, flying to Qinhuangdao to spend the winter. At this romantic moment, the editor has prepared some seagull check-in points for everyone Hurry up~ Jinwu Bathing Beach In winter, you can often encounter seagulls picking up fish and shrimp near Jinwu Bathing Beach. Watching them "stroll" on the beach is very comfortable. The few small boats parked by the sea have become their favorite resting places. They often rest near the small boats, elegant and calm~ Pingshui Bridge Bathing Beach Every winter, many seagulls gather near Pingshui Bridge Bathing Beach. The gathering seagulls inject infinite vitality into the seaside in winter . Walking on the beach, the seagulls sometimes hover around the crowd, showing a picture of harmony between man and nature, becoming a beautiful landscape. Dongshan Bathing Beach Go to Dongshan Bathing Beach in the early morning, you can not only watch the sunrise, but also meet seagulls! The red morning light emerges from the sea level, the graceful seagulls dance in the air , the sparkling sea reflects the vast scenery. The small lighthouse in the distance is like a pearl embellished on the edge of the sea, very beautiful~ Laolongtou As we all know, Laolongtou is a great place to watch the sea, but many people don't know that it is also a great place to watch the seagull group! Seagulls gather here for food, the dancing seagulls soar in the wind and waves , visually giving people a spectacular feeling, extremely intoxicated. Pigeon Nest Wetland The water area is sparkling, the green waves are rippling, and the water grass sways with the wind, becoming a habitat for seagulls. In the sky, in the woods, on the shallow beach, the figure of seagulls is everywhere, the vast white scene is endless, injecting vitality into the wetland. Tiger Stone Park The variously shaped reefs in the park resemble a group of tigers, attracting many seagulls. At sunset, the golden beach reflects the sea and the sky, the seagulls fly freely, it's so beautiful, it's very photogenic, and it's so healing to go to the romantic orange sea with the seagulls! Blue Coast This sea area is free from the hustle and bustle of the crowd. The white seagulls lightly skim the sea surface, or rest on the shallow beach. They have become the masters of the coast this season. The scenery by the sea is also full of artistic atmosphere, with cloud swings, watchtowers, sea trestles and abstract sculptures decorated in it. Little tips: The frozen sea of Qinhuangdao is probably from mid-December to mid-February every year, and this year's is coming soon! Seagulls are not afraid of people, bring more bread, steamed buns and other food, otherwise it will not be enough to feed, the seagulls will fly around you~ The seaside wind is strong in winter, wear more clothes, pay attention to keep warm! The frozen sea in winter, the flocks of seagulls, the romantic view everywhere, if you miss it, you have to wait another year!

Winter Special | Qinhuangdao 3 Days 2 Nights 'Frozen Sea' Travel Guide🌊. If you haven't seen the northern sea in winter, Qinhuangdao is definitely a good choice. Here, without the extreme cold of the far north, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the frozen sea in a relatively comfortable temperature environment. Please check out the 3-day free travel/self-drive guide. 🚗 Round-trip transportation: Beijing-Qinhuangdao self-drive, round-trip total about 730 kilometers. 💰 Per capita: 1044 yuan, including fuel costs, tolls, food and accommodation, snacks and drinks🥤, etc., the whole trip does not involve attraction ticket fees. 🎫 Itinerary: 🧊: 13:00-16:00, Beijing-Qinhuangdao. 16:00-18:00, Watch the sunset at Laohushi Marine Park. (📍 Navigate to Laohushi Marine Park, drive east upon arrival, and you can stop along the small road). 🧊 6:30-7:30, Watch the sunrise at Pigeon Nest Park. 10:00-12:00, Visit Beidaihe Forest Wetland to see the vast frozen sea. (📍 Navigate to the south gate of Qinhuangdao Wildlife Park, park in the parking lot, cross the road to find the wooden walkway entrance, leading towards the frozen sea). 12:00-15:00, Shanhaiguan Laolongtou Scenic Area, to see the starting point of the Great Wall extending into the sea. (📍 Navigate to Shanhaiguan Laolongtou Free Beach Bathing Area, take photos at the free beach and the Great Wall📷). 16:00-19:00, Watch the sunset at Changli Aranya Golden Coast. 🧊 7:00-9:00, Visit the solitary library and church in Changli Aranya. 9:00-12:00, Blue Coast, feed seagulls by the wooden walkway/sand beach. (📍 Navigate to the concept bookstore 'The City of Sky for Cats'). 12:00-14:00, Lunch + buy seafood products. 14:00-18:00, Qinhuangdao-Beijing. 🍤 Accommodation: First day: Stay near Pigeon Nest, in the sea view room of Yiteng Seaview Sunrise Hotel, where you can watch the sunrise🌅 from bed in the morning—truly delightful～. Second day: Stay in Changli Aranya community, on day2 evening + day3 morning you can check in at the internet-famous landmarks within the Aranya community✅. 🍤 Dining: Recommended near Laolongtou: 【Shanhai Fisherman's】 is the treasure restaurant of the entire trip where we had 4 meals, offering the freshest, cheapest, and best service. Avoid near Changli: The restaurants on the road from Jinhai Coast Market to the beach are like those that rip off tourists in summer. We ordered a bass but got a pre-made dish, ordered Mao Blood Wang and only got duck blood, bean sprouts, and 4 shrimps, and it was very expensive, not recommended. 🍤 Seafood products: Changli Seafood Market: 【Qiu Hong Seafood】 We bought crabs and clams, and they were super fresh and sweet when we ate them at home in the evening! Clearly priced, the owner drains the water before weighing after bagging, and is also very nice👍🏻. Thank you for your likes, comments, and follows🦉.