Hey guys! I'm here again to recommend a magical summer cooling spot to you all🌿
This place, known as the "Southern Hulunbuir," has an average summer temperature of only 21°C, boasts 60,000 acres of alpine grassland, a romantic purple flower sea, and super healing starry sky camping. The Dragon Boat Festival holiday is the perfect time to visit!
And there really aren’t many people, so no crowding at all, making the experience super enjoyable~ This guide is super detailed, save it and copy it directly👇
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🌡️ Why must you come here in summer?
Honestly, I didn’t expect it to be so cool up in the mountains before I came! I went in mid-June, the daytime high was only 23°C, and at night it dropped straight down to 15°C. I didn’t wear any short sleeves at all, wore a jacket the whole time, and even needed a thick quilt to sleep at night🧥
The average altitude is 1200 meters, with negative oxygen ions reaching 12,000 per cm³, earning it the title of "Southern Natural Air Conditioner." Spending two days here feels like your lungs have been completely cleansed, a thousand times more comfortable than staying in an air-conditioned room!
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🏕️ Camping Guide: Lying down watching the starry sky is so romantic
How can you come to Bailihuang without camping! Camping under the grassland starry sky is truly romantic; at night, you can lie in bed and see a sky full of stars, and if you’re lucky, even the Milky Way🌌
Recommended camping spots:
1. Official camping base: Fully equipped with restrooms, showers, and tents for rent, very beginner-friendly
2. Bring your own tent: The scenic area has designated camping zones where you can pitch your own tent, which is cheaper
3. Tent hotel: If you don’t want to set up your own tent, you can stay in a tent hotel with full facilities, beds, and air conditioning for high comfort
Camping essentials:
✅ Tent + sleeping bag + moisture-proof mat
✅ Camping lamp / headlamp
✅ Thin jacket (it’s really cold at night!)
✅ Mosquito repellent (lots of mosquitoes in the mountains)
✅ Snacks and water
✅ Power bank
💡 Tips:
· It’s recommended to book in advance as many people camp during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday
· The temperature difference at night is big, so bring warm clothes
· Bring a small speaker to listen to music while watching the stars at night, super cozy
· Be careful with fire; don’t use fire casually on the grassland
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🌸 Dragon Boat Festival special: The purple flower sea is in full bloom
Visiting Bailihuang during the Dragon Boat Festival is really worth it, as it coincides with the peak bloom of the cloud flower sea! The 120-acre sage is in full bloom, creating a super romantic purple flower sea, perfect for photos📸
Where is the flower sea?
It’s right at Bailihuang Wellness Town; just navigate to "Bailihuang Wellness Town," it’s not far from the main scenic area. The flower sea is free to enter, no extra tickets needed~
Best photo times:
· 8-10 AM: Soft light, fewer people, best for photos
· 5-7 PM: Backlit photos, hair strands glow, atmosphere is perfect
Photo tips:
1. Wear white or light-colored clothes for a strong contrast with the purple flowers
2. Bring a straw hat or flower basket as props for more atmosphere
3. Capture candid shots while walking in the flower sea for natural and beautiful photos
4. Use flowers as foreground for close-up face shots, very gentle and lovely
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🐑 Grassland activities: Full healing experience
Grassland stroll
Take a slow walk on the vast grassland, feel the breeze, watch the windmills turning in the distance, and see cows and sheep grazing nearby — it’s truly healing.
The grass is especially soft; walking barefoot feels super comfortable. You can roll on the grass or have a picnic, just enjoy however you like~
Horse riding experience
At the Cloud Horse Ranch, you can ride horses with professional instructors, so beginners have nothing to worry about. The feeling of galloping on the grassland is amazing!
There’s also a horse battle show that’s very exciting, with professional performers and a stunning scene, definitely worth watching~
Sika deer interaction
There’s a sika deer park in the scenic area where you can interact closely with the deer and feed them, super healing! The deer are very gentle, and kids can play too~
Ten-Mile Gallery Trail
Walk slowly along the trail with beautiful scenery all along, seeing herds of cows and sheep leisurely strolling. The trail is gentle and very comfortable for walking, with various bird calls along the way~
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🌅 Sunrise, sunset, and starry sky — don’t miss any of them
Grassland sunrise
In summer, sunrise is around 5:30 AM, so it’s recommended to get up at 5. Find a hill with a good view and wait for the sun to slowly rise from the edge of the grassland, turning the whole sky golden — it’s truly beautiful.
The grassland is especially quiet in the morning, with only birdsong and wind sounds. Watching the sunrise slowly rise feels very healing~
Grassland sunset
The grassland at dusk is really beautiful! The sunset dyes the sky orange-red, the shadows of the windmills stretch long, and cows and sheep graze under the sunset, like an oil painting.
It’s recommended to arrive half an hour before sunset to see both the daytime view and the golden light of sunset, perfect for photos~
Grassland starry sky
There’s little light pollution in the mountains, so on clear nights you can see a sky full of stars, and if lucky, the Milky Way.
Lying on the grassland, looking at the starry sky and listening to the insects chirping is so romantic. Remember to bring a jacket; it’s quite cool at night~
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🍃 Summer cooling tips: How to enjoy it right
1. Best cooling time: June to August, about 10 degrees cooler on the mountain than the lowlands
2. Best playtime: Morning and evening; rest in the hotel or stay in the shade at noon
3. Drink plenty of water: The mountain air is dry, and although you don’t sweat much, you still need to stay hydrated
4. Sun protection: UV rays are strong on the grassland, so bring sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses
5. Don’t overcool: It’s cool on the mountain, but don’t wear too little or you might catch a cold
6. Take it slow: Summer cooling means slowing down, don’t rush to see all the sights, just enjoy the slow life here
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📅 Dragon Boat Festival travel advice
Why the Dragon Boat Festival is perfect:
1. Cool weather, perfect for summer cooling
2. Peak bloom of the cloud flower sea, the purple flower sea is stunning
3. The grass is green, the grassland is at its best
4. Not too crowded yet, great experience
Travel suggestions:
· Recommend 2 days 1 night, no rush, so you can enjoy it fully
· Book accommodation in advance, as lodging is tight during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday
· Bring some zongzi (rice dumplings) to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival on the grassland, a unique experience
· Travel off-peak, try to avoid the first and last days of the holiday rush
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⚠️ Important notes, safety first
1. Mountain weather changes quickly, check the forecast before going out and bring rain gear
2. UV rays are strong on the grassland, be sure to protect your skin or you’ll get sunburned easily
3. Don’t walk too far alone; the grassland is huge and easy to get lost, stick to the trails
4. Be careful with fire; don’t use fire casually on the grassland, especially when camping
5. Signal is weak on the mountain, download offline maps in advance
6. Protect the environment, carry out your trash; such a beautiful place deserves care
7. Respect local customs, keep distance from cows and sheep, don’t chase them
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💭 Final thoughts
Bailihuang is truly a place you want to visit again and again — 21°C summer, vast grasslands, romantic flower seas, starry sky camping, every bit unforgettable.
Here, you can slow down, feel the beauty of nature, and forget the noise and troubles of the city. If you haven’t planned your Dragon Boat Festival holiday yet, you really should come here; it will definitely surprise you~
If you have any questions, ask me in the comments, I’ll reply to all I see👇
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Accommodation
🏨 Daotian Yishan Resident Homestay
Located among the green mountains of the Bailihuang 4A scenic area, nationally certified top-grade homestay, named after a poetic line by Ouyang Xiu, a poetic mountain residence, cool and refreshing at 22°C in summer
🏨 Hawthorn Yunshang Hotel (Bailihuang Scenic Area Branch)
Hotel in the core area of the scenic spot, open the window to see the grassland, some rooms have balconies facing east, so you can enjoy the sunrise from your room
🏨 Bailihuang Yunshangju Wooden Villa
Standalone wooden villa with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and viewing terrace, see the sea of clouds rolling in the morning, gaze at the brilliant starry sky at night, very private
🏨 Bailihuang Starry Sky Tent Camping Base
Open-air tent hotel on the grassland, lie in bed at night watching the Milky Way and starry sky, equipped with professional astronomical telescopes, the romantic atmosphere is off the charts