Wulongtan Primitive Forest Scenic Area

Wulongtan Primitive Forest Scenic Area

The Wulongtan Primitive Forest in Beijing, influenced by its high altitude and forest climate, enjoys cool summer weather, with temperatures averaging about 8 degrees lower than those in the city. For a self-driving trip around Beijing, escape the hustle and bustle of urban life and fully embrace the comfort of “sleeping under the covers” in summer. At night, listen to the chirping of insects and croaking of frogs, take a stroll under the breeze and moonlight, and drink to your heart’s content; during the day, under the vast blue sky and light clouds, frolic amidst green mountains and clear waters, and fully immerse yourself in this cool and serene natural world.

The area features forested land spanning 110 square kilometers, with a multi-layered, vertically stratified primitive forest vegetation system comprising trees, shrubs, grasses, reeds, ferns, fungi, and wetland mosses. The wildlife here includes over 300 species, encompassing mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Every year in May and June, due to the large elevation variations within the scenic mountainous area and the significant vertical climate changes, a wide variety of woody and herbaceous wildflowers not only bloom in rich diversity but also over an unusually long flowering season. By the end of April each year, while patches of snow still linger on the mountaintops, the lower areas are already refreshed by spring rains, with melting ice filling the streams. Alpine azaleas, covering approximately 40 square kilometers of the scenic area, bloom continuously from the foothills upward, their vibrant blossoms painting the tender green woods and embracing the majestic mountains. Meanwhile, countless purple wild lilacs, blue wild irises, and various unnamed colorful wildflowers also burst into bloom. Visitors can immerse themselves in this ocean of flowers, experiencing the essence of spring and the subtle fragrance of natural life.

Source: Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development