The Dressing Tower Yuan Tomb is located in Nangou Village, Guyuan County, Hebei Province. It is a Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368) tomb of a Mongolian noble, and the tomb owner was Kökechin, the niece of Kublai Khan, the founding emperor of the Yuan Dynasty. The memorial hall atop the tomb is popularly believed to be the “Dressing Tower” of Empress Xiao from the Liao Dynasty. Facing south, the structure features a brick-vaulted, beamless design, standing 9.1 meters tall in total...
Located 10 kilometers northeast of Guyuan County in Hebei Province, 270 kilometers from Beijing and 160 kilometers from Zhangjiakou City, it is a typical grassland scenic area. The Lightning River is the source of the Luan River, winding through the landscape with natural grasslands surrounding it. From afar, the water and sky blend into one; up close, the lush green grass spreads out as far as the eye can see. The resort features Mongolian yurts of varying standards...
The Grassland Paradise Resort is located 10 kilometers southeast of Guyuan County, on the eastern shore of the Shandianhe Reservoir, adjacent to Beijing's First Grassland in Datanzhen, Fengning County. The average summer temperature in the tourist area is 17.9°C, offering a cool and pleasant escape from the heat—making it an ideal destination for sightseeing, summer retreats, and leisure. The Grassland Paradise Resort covers an area of 500…
Wuhuacao Meadow is located 7.5 kilometers south of the county town, on the west side of Chibao Highway, situated between Shitoucheng Reservoir and Qingnian Reservoir in the heart of the Jinlianchuan Grassland. It lies along the western side of Chibao Highway, covering a total area of about 100,000 mu, stretching over 10 kilometers from north to south. It is the most pristine wetland meadow. The average vegetation coverage in Wuhuacao Meadow is over 90%...
Baihe Yuan is the source of the Gu River, located 30 kilometers southwest of the county town. It originates from Xiwang Village in Xiaochang Town, Guyuan County. The source is formed by the convergence of nine mountain springs, hence it is called Jiulong (Nine Dragons) Spring. Regardless of the season—spring, summer, autumn, or winter—or the extremes of heat and cold, the clear and cool spring water flows ceaselessly, gushing out from the mountain stream, gathering into a pool, and then rushing southward through Yunzhou before entering Miyun...
The Golden Lotus Mountain Villa Resort is located in Guyuan County on the Bashang Plateau of Hebei Province, in the Laozhanggou Forest Farm, 50 kilometers south of the county town. The resort has an average altitude of 1,700 meters and covers a total area of 40 square kilometers. In July, the average temperature is only around 16 degrees Celsius, making it a natural wildlife park beyond the Great Wall. It boasts over 1,300 species of wild plants and more than 40 species of wild animals...
Known as the "Pearl Beyond the Great Wall," Grassland Lake is a picturesque area where grasslands, rivers, and lakes intertwine. The scenery here is stunning — in summer, the breeze is as soft as silk, the water as gentle as satin, and a myriad of flowers bloom in full splendor. Flocks of wild ducks, seagulls, and cormorants gather and disperse, while vast expanses of emerald-green grassland are dotted with herds of cattle, horses, and sheep, creating a breathtaking highland landscape beyond the Great Wall...
Shandianhe National Wetland Park is located in the transitional zone between the Inner Mongolia Plateau and the North China Plain. It is the source of the Luan River and the Chaobai River, and was honored as "the most beautiful wetland in Yan-Zhao" in 2008. Covering an area of 61,800 mu, including 45,000 mu of natural wetlands, the park boasts rich biodiversity with 210 species of wetland plants and...
Xianlu Lake Wetland Scenic Area is located in Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, beside Provincial Highway 42. It was formerly known as the Guyuan Qiyi Reservoir. Established in 2016, the scenic area lies adjacent to the Grassland Sky Road and the Chongli Winter Olympics ski resort, and borders Taibus Banner of the Xilingol Grassland in Inner Mongolia to the north, making it a cultural crossroads between Mongolian and Han peoples. Against the backdrop of the Zhangjiakou Winter Olympics, the scenic area hosted an international cross-country skiing competition in February 2017. Covering nearly 20,000 acres, the area boasts beautiful natural surroundings. Xianlu Lake is situated within the scenic zone, featuring crystal-clear waters that often attract migratory birds such as swans. The site offers a variety of water activities including floating tents, motorboats, and windsurfing. As a wetland grassland, Xianlu Lake Scenic Area enjoys cool, fresh air and vibrant blooms in summer, with lush green meadows stretching as far as the eye can see. Facilities include a luxury log cabin area, deluxe Mongolian yurt zone, RV camping area (with approximately 100 RVs available for visitor experience), and a greenery-themed restaurant. Entertainment options comprise dozens of activities such as equestrian performances, bonfire parties, song and dance shows, dry skiing, horseback trail riding, go-karting, bumper cars, urban swordsmen games, parent-child adventure bases, archery, and shooting. It is an ideal destination for entertainment, leisure, camping, and outdoor adventures. The scenic area plans to host various large-scale events this year. New and returning visitors are welcome to call 13241707088 for inquiries.
The Lightning River Reservoir Water Conservancy Scenic Area is located 8 km from Guyuan County, 160 km from Zhangjiakou, and 286 km from Beijing. It is built around the Lightning River Reservoir in Guyuan County, Hebei Province. The scenic area is a reservoir-type water conservancy park, covering an area of 16,784 mu, featuring vast water landscapes, ecological wetlands, beautiful mountains, and...
The Dahongcheng ruins are located on a high ridge north of Kulun Lake, eight kilometers north of Guyuan County in Hebei Province. Dating from the Han to the Northern Wei dynasties, the site is square-shaped, with each side measuring 135 meters and oriented approximately 10° east of true north. The terrain inside the city is bowl-shaped, higher in the southeast and lower in the west. The city walls were built from rammed earth, with a base width of 15 to 17 meters, a top width of 2 to 3 meters, and remaining heights of 1.5…
The Stone City Ruins are located south of Stone City Village, Xiaohezi Township, Guyuan County, and date back to the Yuan and Ming dynasties. The site is square-shaped, with each side measuring 250 meters, covering an area of over 60,000 square meters. The walls were built with stone blocks and now stand 1–3 meters high at their highest remaining points. There are gates to the north and south, each 20 meters wide. The interior has been converted into farmland, with no standing structures remaining—only ruins can be seen...
Luanhe Charm Scenic Area is located about 20 kilometers northeast of Guyuan County, bordered by Zhuanyue Mountain to the north, stretching across the vast Golden Lotus Prairie to the south, with Zhuanyue Temple to the east and Grassland Lake to the west. Across from it lies the Yuan Dynasty “Xiaohongcheng Ruins” (Jinlianchuan Mansion). The area boasts lush water and grass, stunning scenery, and a cool climate. Historically, it was once the Yu Yi Town of the Northern Wei Dynasty...
Xigubao is located in Nuquan Town, Yu County, Hebei Province, about 2 kilometers east of the Hebei-Shanxi border. The ancient fortress combines a historic castle with an old theater, temples, and residential courtyards. The castle was built during the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty’s mid-period, and according to records, two barbicans were added outside the north and south city gates during the Shunzhi period of the early Qing Dynasty. It is the most unique and best-preserved among the ancient “Eight Hundred Fortified Villages” of ancient Yu Prefecture...
Lingyan Temple in Yu County, also known as the Front Temple, is located on Gulou West Street in Yu County. Historical records indicate that the temple was destroyed in the late Yuan Dynasty and was rebuilt by imperial decree in the sixth year of the Zhengtong era of the Ming Dynasty (1441). The surviving structures include the Heavenly King Hall and the Mahavira Hall, covering an area of 6,682 square meters. The Heavenly King Hall is three bays in both width and depth, with a single-eave hip-and-gable roof. Under the eaves are bracket sets with single ang, featuring five “touches”—a relatively early construction technique. The beam frame spans six rafters. The Mahavira Hall is five bays wide and four bays deep, with a single-eave gable-and-hip roof. Its bracket sets under the eaves feature seven “touches” with double ang, where the first jump is extremely short, with only a “dougong substitute” at the center. The roof has a gentle slope and extends far out. The interior caisson ceiling is exquisitely crafted, and the Ming Dynasty ceiling paintings feature themes of the Eight Treasures and seal-style longevity characters, along with motifs such as peonies, cranes, and auspicious clouds—serving as important material for the study of period painting. This temple features higher architectural standards, refined materials, and exquisite craftsmanship, setting it apart from ordinary temples. In May 2006, it was designated as part of the sixth group of Major National Historical and Cultural Sites by the State Council.
Zhenwu Temple is located in the northwest corner of Yu County, Hebei Province. Based on an analysis of the temple’s architectural features and comparisons with other structures of confirmed lineage, along with inscriptions on stelae, it is inferred that Zhenwu Temple was built during the Hongwu era of the Ming Dynasty. The front hip-and-gable lean-to porch of the main hall was likely renovated and expanded during the Kangxi and Yongzheng periods of the Qing Dynasty. The four coiled-column pillars of the bell tower...
There is currently a temple in Bubei Village called "Yuyan Temple." Built in the fourth year of the Zhengtong era of the Ming Dynasty, its main hall features the highest-ranking hip-and-gable roof. This architectural style was absolutely not used by commoners in the rigidly hierarchical Ming Dynasty. The temple faces south with its back to the north, and to its south lies an overgrown, abandoned ancient road — this road was once the route from Beijing to Shanxi...
Located in Nuanquan Town, Yu County, it is named after an unfrozen spring at the town center. The academy was first built during the Yuan Dynasty and personally supervised by Wang Min, the Minister of Works of the Yuan Dynasty. At the northeast corner stands the Kuixing Tower, a three-story brick-and-wood structure from which visitors can climb to the top and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding scenery. The academy is shaded by greenery, offering a tranquil environment that serves as both a peaceful place for study and a cool retreat in summer...
At the northern foot of the highest peak of the Yanshan Mountain Range—Xiaowutai Mountain—lies a spectacular and unique canyon: Jinhekou Valley. The “Golden River” gets its name from the golden-yellow rocks at the riverbed, which shimmer brilliantly against the clear blue water. Climbing to the peaks on either side of the valley, you can view the well-preserved Warring States-period Zhao Great Wall, as well as the “Ten Temples of Jinhe” and the “Sunrise over Tai Mountain,” which are faintly visible among the forested hills…
Shangsu Village is located at the foot of the southeastern mountains in Songjiazhuang Town, Yu County. It currently has over 600 households, a total population of more than 2,000, and approximately 6,700 mu of arable land. It is the oldest, most simple-hearted, and uniquely folkloric large village fortress within the jurisdiction of Songjiazhuang Town. According to experts, as far back as the Neolithic Age, in Shangsu Village...