Whenever the capital is soaked in autumn, ginkgo trees carve the ancient capital with gilded colors. The ginkgo trees in the Forbidden City have a unique charm against the red walls and yellow tiles. The golden leaves dot the ancient palaces, and the bricks and tiles are interwoven with the poetic years of the ginkgo trees. Walking between the palace walls, it seems as if you can hear the whispers of history and autumn. In the Summer Palace, ginkgo trees are distributed everywhere, beside the West Embankment and the ancient buildings. The golden branches and leaves sway in the wind, blending with the scenery of lakes and mountains, adding a bit of agility and romance to this garden. Walking among them is like entering a painting. In the Temple of Heaven Park, the ginkgo trees are tall and straight, and the golden color of the trees is more solemn against the backdrop of ancient buildings such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. When the sun shines, the golden leaves sparkle and fall all over the ground. People walk through them, not only appreciating the beauty of the ginkgo trees, but also feeling the solemn atmosphere of the royal sacrificial sites, which is really pleasant.

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Tiananmen Square

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Tiananmen Square is located in the center of Beijing, with a length of 880 meters from north to south and a width of 500 meters from east to west, covering an area of 440,000 square meters. It can accommodate up to one million people for grand gatherings. Along the central axis of Beijing, there are the national flagpole, the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, and the Zhengyang Gate Tower standing from north to south in the square. On October 1, 1949, the founding ceremony of the Central People's Government of the People's Republic of China was held in Tiananmen Square, marking the birth of the People's Republic of China. From then on, a new chapter in Chinese history was opened. On the day of the founding ceremony, 300,000 military and civilian personnel gathered in Tiananmen Square. Since then, Tiananmen Square has become an important venue for the Party and the state to hold major celebrations, grand gatherings, and foreign affairs receptions.

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Lama Temple

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Yonghe Temple was once the residence of Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty. At that time, Emperor Yongzheng was the prince and had not yet stepped up to the throne. It is also the place where Emperor Qianlong, the son of Emperor Yongzheng, was born. Nowadays, the temple is a well-known monastery of Tibetan Buddhism in Beijing. The incense often burns brightly. There are also many precious cultural relics in Lama Temple, such as the 500 Arhat Mountain carved out of sandalwood, the giant Buddha niche carved out of silkwood, and the 18-meter-high Buddha carved out of white sandalwood.

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Great Wall Scenery Viewing in Beijing

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The Great Wall around Beijing presents diverse experiences, from fully restored sections to wild, rugged trails. Each segment tells a unique story and offers distinct scenery. Badaling Great Wall: The most iconic and accessible section, Badaling features impressive fortifications and sweeping views. Ideal for first-time visitors, it offers cable car access and well-preserved watchtowers, though it can be crowded during peak seasons. Mutianyu Great Wall: Known for its beautiful scenery and fewer crowds, Mutianyu combines restored walls with forested surroundings. Visitors can take a cable car up and slide down via toboggan, adding fun to the cultural experience. Juyongguan Great Wall: This strategically significant pass served as a vital military stronghold. Its steep steps and circular route provide a challenging climb with rewarding panoramic views of surrounding mountains. Simatai Great Wall: For adventure seekers, Simatai retains its original Ming Dynasty character with steep, uneven steps. The only section open for night tours, it offers breathtaking illuminated views and a rugged, less-commercialized experience.

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Xinzhou Ancient City

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Xinzhou was called Xiurong in ancient times. It is located between Taiyuan and Mount Wutai. It is the seat of Xinzhou Administrative Office and Prefectural Committee. In the Spring and Autumn Period, Xinzhou belonged to Jin State. In the Warring States Period, it belonged to Zhao State. In the Qin and Han Dynasties, it belonged to Taiyuan County, Yanmen County, and Taiping County. In the Sui Dynasty, it was Xinxingdu and Yanmen. During the Tang, Five Dynasties and Song dynasties, it was called Dingxiang Prefecture of Xinzhou. During the Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, it was called Xinzhou, Daizhou and Baodezhou. During the Anti-Japanese War and the War of Liberation, most of the area belonged to Jinchaji, and the area to the west belonged to Jinsui. In 1949, Xinzhou Prefecture was established. The cultural relics and historical sites in Xinzhou City include: Xinzhou North Gate Tower. Located in Xinzhou City, on the Gongchen Gate of the old north city wall. The North Gate Tower was built in the 24th year of Wanli in the Ming Dynasty. The tower is located on the 12-meter-high city wall, which makes it more majestic and magnificent. The city wall stands tall and is painted red on the outside. There is a Voucher doorway below, with a very high top and a bottom width of more than 3 meters.

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Yanmenguan

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Yanmenguan, located approx. 30 km northwest of Dai County in Xinzhou, is a pass on the inner Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty, andNingwu Pass, together with Pianguan, they are known as the "three outer passes". There is no public transportation from Dai County town to the attraction, so you can only get there by private charter. Inside the attraction, you have to rely entirely on walking.YanmenguanSince ancient times, it has been a crucial pass for the Central Plains dynasties to defend against invasions from northern nomadic tribes. Its earliest history can be traced back to the Warring States period when King Wuling of Zhao fought against the Xiongnu here. Han Dynasty generals Li Guang, Wei Qing, and Huo Qubing once led troops to battle the Xiongnu in this area. During the Northern Song Dynasty,YanmenguanIt became the main battlefield between the Song and Liao dynasties, and the prototype of the well-known story of the Yang family generals took place here. A statue of Yang Liulang stands in the attraction. ExistingYanmenguanIt was built in the seventh year of the Hongwu era of the Ming Dynasty (1374) (with multiple reconstructions in recent years). Currently, there are three gates (east gate, west gate, and small north gate). A wild goose tower stands atop the east gate, and the lintel of the small north gate (i.e., the barbican gate) is inscribed with "Yanmenguan"Three large characters flanked by brick-carved couplets: 'Foremost strategic pass in three frontiers, most revered fortress among nine passes,' both inscribed by the great calligrapher Fu Shan of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. You can visit the ruins of Ming and Qing military barracks on the hill north of the fortress. To the right outside the west gate areGuan Yu templeOutside the east gate stands the Jingbian Temple, dedicated to Li Mu, a renowned general of the Zhao state during the Warring States period. If you are a fan of the Great Wall, when you visit Yanmenguan, you can walk along the ancient pass trail here. The ancient pass trail in the attraction is built along the local mountain terrain, winding through the peaks. Climbing this section of the trail may be slightly tiring for those who usually work in offices, but when you ascend a peak along the ancient path and gaze at the vast expanse of withered grass outside the pass, quietly feeling the weight of history, you'll find the physical effort well worth it. There are some farmhouse inns near Yanmenguan that can provide food and stay, but most visitors return to Dai County or go to other counties or cities for accommodation. Walking the ancient pass consumes a lot of energy, so you can bring some dry food and drinking water.

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The Mountain Resort Scenic Area

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Construction of the resort began in 1703 and took 89 years to complete, spanning the reigns of the Qing emperors Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong. This was the second political center apart from Beijing during the Qing dynasty. The mountain resort is divided into four major areas. On the south side are the palace and lake areas, and on the north side are the mountain and grassland areas. The palace and lake areas house the essence of the mountain resort. The lake area contains many examples of architecture from China's Jiangnan region just south of the Yangtze River. These are a result of the love the emperors Kangxi and Qianlong had for the Jiangnan scenery.

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Fall Foliage Sightseeing in Beijing

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Enjoying red leaves in Beijing is like stepping into a colorful painting. Every late autumn, Beijing's Xiangshan, Badaling Great Wall and other places become ideal places to enjoy red leaves, attracting countless tourists and citizens to come and enjoy a visual and spiritual feast. Walking in the red leaf forest, you will feel a golden carpet of fallen leaves under your feet. Looking up, you will see mountains surrounded by red leaves, forming a breathtaking autumn landscape painting, allowing travelers to briefly feel real relaxation and tranquility.

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Datong Ancient City

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Datong Ancient City is the historic core of Datong, Shanxi. It served as the capital Pingcheng during the Northern Wei dynasty, the western auxiliary capital during the Liao and Jin dynasties, and a strategic frontier stronghold in the Ming dynasty, earning it the enduring title "northern key." Over its 2,000-year history spanning dynastic changes, the city's location remained largely unchanged, preserving its chessboard-style street grid centered on Sipailou to this day. The 2008 conservation and restoration project reunited the city walls, reconnected the moat, and gradually revived ancient architecture and old streets, layering the grandeur of an ancient capital with modern life within the same walled city. The ancient town offers an exceptionally dense concentration of noteworthy sights: in Huayan Temple's Liao- and Jin-dynasty halls, the graceful "clasped-hands, smiling" Liao-dynasty bodhisattva statue in the Scripture Depository Hall has long been hailed as the "Oriental Venus"; Shanhua Temple preserves a complete complex of Liao- and Jin-era wooden architecture. The Nine-dragon Wall, originally a glazed screen wall before the Ming-dynasty Dai Prince's residence (destroyed in war), survives with its nine coiling dragons still radiant—older and larger than its counterparts in Beijing's Forbidden City and Beihai Park. Climbing the reconstructed Ming-style city walls reveals a bird's-eye view of the square town's crisscrossing four main streets and orderly rooftops. An evening wait for sunset on the ramparts, followed by the illuminated outlines of walls and watchtowers after dark, makes for one of the town's most enchanting moments. Walking is recommended for touring: the attractions inside the city walls are spaced closely, allowing Huayan Temple, Shanhua Temple, the Nine-dragon Wall, and the drum tower to form a connected route. When tired, you may turn into the area around East Drum Tower Street, where time-honored shops and snack stores are concentrated, making it ideal for resting and replenishing. The ancient town covers a considerable area, so allocate at least half a day and wear comfortable shoes to leisurely appreciate the layered historical depth of this ancient capital.

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Natural History Museum of China

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The Natural History Museum of China is a large natural history museum built by New China relying on its own strength, and its predecessor is the "Beijing Museum of Natural History" remembered by many people, with hundreds of thousands of specimens in its collection. The museum's dozen or so permanent exhibition halls take biological evolution as their main thread, telling the story from the ancient oceans all the way to humans themselves, and a full walk-through is like flipping through a three-dimensional history of life on Earth. The "Rise of Vertebrates" hall in the center of the first floor was upgraded from the former "Ancient Reptiles" hall: a Jingyan Mamenchisaurus skeleton over 20 m long almost spans the entire hall, beside it stands the Lufengosaurus huenei independently excavated and studied by Chinese researchers, and Yangchuanosaurus, Tuojiangosaurus, and others are grouped in a scattered array; the adjacent ancient mammal hall centers on a mammoth skeleton, while the mouse-sized early eutherian "Juramaia" bears witness to the origin of mammals. The "Plant World" on the second floor brings together over a thousand plant fossils and modern plant specimens, among which the angiosperm fossil "Archaefructus liaoningensis" from more than 100 million years ago is the star; the "Yellow River Elephant" (Stegodon zdanskyi) fossil, written into primary school textbooks, is also a well-known treasure of the collection here. The "Dinosaur Park" on the basement level is now an immersive experience project called "Dragon's Mouth Escape": centered on characters such as Sinoceratops, Tarbosaurus, and Confuciusornis, it gathers more than 20 kinds of native Chinese dinosaurs including Sinosauropteryx, Microraptor, and Psittacosaurus, backed by full-CG imagery and glasses-free 3D technology, with 6D motion seats combined with water mist, wind, and vibration, as well as a live-action mechanical giant Tarbosaurus, and the roughly half-hour Cretaceous adventure is especially popular with children. The aquatic life hall is one of the few live exhibit areas in the museum, with schools of live aquatic creatures swimming in the shark pool and undersea tunnel; "Magical Africa" uses a 360-degree circular panorama to recreate the African wilderness, where the necks of ancient and modern giraffes are displayed side by side, and the answer to evolution is clear at a glance. The "Origin of Humans" hall hidden on the second floor is inconspicuous in location but suitable as the finale for a careful look: the Australopithecus "Lucy" from more than three million years ago, the "Nariokotome Boy" from 1.6 million years ago, and Neanderthals from tens of thousands of years ago appear in turn, condensing millions of years of human evolutionary history into over a hundred specimens, and a complete human nervous system specimen is even more unforgettable. Families with children can visit "Animals—Friends of Humans" along the way to see polar animal specimens such as polar bears and the lively insect hall, and the museum's "Exploration Corner" also runs science popularization activities such as hands-on experiments and nature crafts year-round. When touring, you may follow the order of ancient life on the first floor, plants and the African savanna on the second floor, and the Dinosaur Park and "Origin of Humans" on the basement level, seeing the story of life from ancient times all the way to yourself.

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行万里路不如读万卷书24 September 2026

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Tiananmen Square is a place that hundreds of millions of people yearn for; it is a symbol of the Republic, and every tourist visiting Beijing takes a photo in front of Tiananmen. However, advance reservations are essential, and security checks are a must. The only parts of the Tiananmen area open to the public are the Zhengyangmen Gate Tower, the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, the Tiananmen Gate Tower, and the National Museum. Every year during the National Day holiday, Tiananmen Square is decorated with flowers for photos, and you can arrive early to watch the flag-raising ceremony. In short, a day trip to Beijing can include both Tiananmen and the Forbidden City, leaving a lasting impression of the capital's splendor.

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Janniz9 November 2026

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Amazing and fascinating place to visit. Great architecture and interesting artefacts exhibited. Sadly quite a few things are only in chinese and weren’t available in english :( There’s also an audio guide available however I forgot my earphones so that sadly wasn’t part of my visit :D

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Anonymous user17 September 2026

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This is the most spectacular iron flower display I've ever seen! The program was diverse and engaging, the host was witty, the audience interaction was lively, the iron flower workers were incredibly skilled, and the iron flowers were dazzling and colorful – the effect was absolutely stunning! Thumbs up! 👍👍👍

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tinagxxt10 November 2026

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The First Pass of China! You have to stand on the city wall and experience it for yourself. The wind outside the pass is really strong! I always feel that these kinds of historical sites should be visited in winter to truly appreciate the atmosphere and personally understand the hardships faced by the soldiers guarding the frontier. Those who embezzle military funds should be executed.

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The park is enormous; it feels like the entire city of Chengde revolves around the Mountain Resort. It's quite pleasant to stroll around when the weather is nice. Shuttle buses and boats are available for transportation within the park.

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The mottled Ming Dynasty city walls bear witness to six centuries of wind and frost, with autumn sunlight filtering through the crenellations. Deep within the city's alleys, the Liao Dynasty statues of Huayan Temple smile with lowered brows, while the eaves of Shanhua Temple cast shadows of clouds. The aroma of knife-cut noodles wafts from time-honored shops, the clinking of coppersmiths echoes through the alleys, and old-timers play chess by the city walls, fanning themselves with palm-leaf fans. This is not just an empty shell of an ancient city for taking photos; it is a metropolis that has lived for a thousand years in the border region—ancient buildings retain their soul, the everyday life nourishes their roots, and every step reveals the profound weight and gentleness of northern Shanxi.

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Having a good guide is crucial when visiting the National Museum, as they can not only introduce the important artifacts we see but also share some previously unknown historical facts.

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Short trip from Beijing | 2-hour high-speed train to a hidden mountain lake, an easy weekend getaway

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1-hour getaway from Beijing | Yixian laid-back town, a weekend without rushing

“🗺️ Itinerary options (2 types, focus on relaxing, no rushing) 📍 Destination: Lianxiang Taihang Water Town (free general admission) ▷ Option A | One-day relaxation (best for lazy travelers, no hiking) 2:00 PM Arrive at the town, check into your homestay, rest, and unwind 2:30 PM Stroll through the Ancient Street and the 12 Workshops, watch the crafts, and wander at your own pace—no need to visit every spot 4.”

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Don't miss these attractions in Gaobeidian: Ginkgo Viewing in Beijing, Tiananmen Square, and Lama Temple. If you like Day tours, try Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City &Treasure Museum Small-Group Tour( Eng, Esp or Rus Opt). If you enjoy Outdoor & sports, try Beijing: Forbidden City Guided & Mutianyu Self‑Guided Day Tour by ZANBUS | 8:00 AM Start.

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Things to do in Gaobeidian

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Top 10 attractions in Gaobeidian

Ginkgo Viewing in Beijing

Tiananmen Square

Lama Temple

Great Wall Scenery Viewing in Beijing

Xinzhou Ancient City

Yanmenguan

The Mountain Resort Scenic Area

Fall Foliage Sightseeing in Beijing

Datong Ancient City

Natural History Museum of China

Experiences you can't miss in Gaobeidian

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Tiananmen Square

Xinzhou Ancient City

Datong Ancient City

Natural History Museum of China

Aranya · Qinhuangdao

Yesanpo

National Maritime Museum of China

Zhengding Ancient City

What travellers say about Gaobeidian

Tiananmen Square

Lama Temple

Xinzhou Ancient City

Yanmenguan

The Mountain Resort Scenic Area

Datong Ancient City

Natural History Museum of China

Trip Moments in Gaobeidian

Short trip from Beijing | 2-hour high-speed train to a hidden mountain lake, an easy weekend getaway

1-hour getaway from Beijing | Yixian laid-back town, a weekend without rushing

Escape Beijing | 2-hour high-speed train to the "Little Erhai" of the North for the perfect weekend getaway

Understanding the Eight Great Liao Structures | Mahavira Hall, Shanhua Temple, Datong, Shanxi

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