Things to do in Hebei

The Mountain Resort is located near Chengde city center and very close to Chengde Railway Station. It covers a vast area, divided into palace, plain, mountain, and lake areas. A complete tour would take at least 4 hours. It is recommended to enter from the Lizheng Gate and hire a guide for a better understanding of Qing Dynasty history and to avoid unnecessary detours.

If we're talking about the most famous attraction in Changli County, Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, it has to be the Aranya Community. Originally a real estate development project intended as a community, it has now transformed into a popular tourist destination. This is because the unique atmosphere created by the cultural heritage and neighborly relations within the Aranya Community makes both residents and visitors feel comfortable. Due to the success of the Aranya project, it's now undoubtedly Changli's must-visit spot for social media check-ins, and it's definitely worth a visit.

The city gate tower is a very representative historical site, and the view from the top is excellent. Many buildings within the city walls have been restored, and it gets very crowded during peak season. Taking photos only in the outer square is free, but it's recommended to buy tickets online in advance to climb the city gate tower.

The hometown of Tai Chi has well-preserved ancient city walls and many performance programs, but it is still quite commercialized. During the National Day holiday, there are a lot of tourists, especially at night, which causes serious traffic jams.

Before visiting, my initial impression was that it would be similar to other tourist attractions with NPCs. However, after arriving, I found it to be completely different from what I had imagined. The performances inside the scenic area were so numerous and varied that it was impossible to watch them all. The NPCs were also incredibly knowledgeable, and my child even saw the figures of Li Bai, Du Fu, and Lord Cui, whom he had been longing to see. The scenery was also a pleasant surprise. With elderly people and children, one day was simply not enough to experience everything. The parade, the lighting ceremony, and the closing ceremony were all breathtaking. I highly recommend it. My child had a great time and said he would definitely come back again. I look forward to visiting Hetou Old Street again next time.

This is a Buddhist holy site well worth visiting. The Thousand-Handed and Thousand-Eyed Buddha and the mural of the Reclining Guanyin are historical and artistic treasures that have been preserved intact for future generations to appreciate and understand history! An even greater gain was visiting the memorial hall of Mr. Liang Sicheng, where I learned about the contributions he and Lin Huiyin made to the preservation of historical sites in my country and their transmission in education, so that we, the later generations, can appreciate these historical sites!

Taiwu Town is easily accessible from Beijing by high-speed rail. From Qinghe Station to Taizicheng Station, there are free shuttle buses available right outside the stations, taking about 10 minutes to reach various stops within the town. Families without cars have no problem. The town was already a bit chilly during the National Day holiday. There are many hiking trails available. We chose cable car number 4 to the top of the mountain, returned to the transfer station, and began hiking Rainbow Valley G3 from the starting point. The entire trail is 2.33 kilometers long with 15 checkpoints. It winds through forests along a wavy route, and we even encountered some squirrels – quite interesting! We continued until we reached the junction with the G4 chipmunk route, which is also the starting point for the mountain bikes. If you get tired here, you can ride down for 150 yuan. There are many curves, and children up to 12 years old can ride independently. If you choose to continue hiking, take the chipmunk route downhill. Don't stay on the paved road the whole way; after a section of paved road, turn into the pine forest path – that's the correct chipmunk route. Continue until you reach the red wooden bridge, then return to the paved road downhill to the starting point of cable car number 9, Nanshanli Hotel, Paston Hotel, and the end point. Rainbow Valley G3 + Chipmunk G4 is a 6km route that takes 2.5 hours. There are very few uphill sections, making it a fun and engaging route. It's not particularly difficult.

Of the two attractions included in the combined ticket, I would recommend Laolongtou (Old Dragon Head). It has historical stories, a majestic atmosphere, and a beach. Visiting the military camp and walking around the Bagua (Eight Trigrams) area makes it quite interesting. The First Pass Under Heaven in the Ancient City was dark that day, and the shuttle bus stopped operating after 5 pm. The ancient city was deserted after the National Day holiday, making for a less than ideal experience.

The park has a large parking lot and covers a considerable area. Just inside the entrance is the animal area, and after passing through, you reach the beach. The sand is fine and the coastline is quite long. The scenery is beautiful, and children could easily spend half a day there.

The most popular attraction on Xianluo Island in Nandaihe is its kilometer-long cross-sea cableway. Suspended above the Bohai Sea, with a refreshing sea breeze, it offers a truly immersive experience and is perfect for taking photos. The island itself is small, featuring a sightseeing tower and a statue of the Conch Fairy. However, its shortcomings are quite apparent: long queues for the cableway during holidays, limited recreational activities, and a somewhat artificial feel. It's recommended to visit during off-peak hours and take the cableway in the evening to watch the sunset for a better experience.