The Lawn House Library is located in the town of Huairou in the suburbs of Beijing. The library offers free reading materials and space to both visitors and local villagers, serving as a serene and elegant retreat where they can interact with one another. The design of the Lawn House Library follows Professor Li Xiaodong’s philosophy of respecting the unique characteristics of the region. Situated with mountains at its back and water in front, the site boasts tranquil and unspoiled natural scenery...
The Xiangshuihu Great Wall quietly lies tucked away in a serene corner, silently watching the sunrise and sunset, the grass grow and wither. But every spring, the Xiangshuihu Great Wall is blanketed with flowers across the mountains. Located on the western side of Huairou, this ancient section of the Great Wall boasts a unique geographical position and stunning natural scenery. It’s the perfect spot in Huairou to hike an ancient wall and admire mountain blossoms — and this spring, the sea of flowers is the most beautiful highlight of the Xiangshuihu Great Wall.
Jiankou Beam is an iconic spot on the Jiankou section of the Great Wall. The Jiankou Great Wall is located in Badahexiang, northwest of Huairou District in the suburbs of Beijing, at an altitude of 1,141 meters, about 30 kilometers from Huairou County. The mountain terrain here is highly varied, and the Great Wall perched atop perilous peaks and cliffs appears even more majestic and treacherous. The Jiankou Great Wall derives its name from the fact that this entire stretch of the wall winds in a W shape, resembling...
Beijing Deer World Farm is the first science education park in China themed around velvet deer. The farm raises over 1,200 velvet deer of five breeds, producing approximately two tons of fresh antlers annually and supplying the public with 500 high-quality breeding deer. It is the largest velvet deer breeding base in North China. Covering an area of over 100 acres, Deer World is a comprehensive deer culture theme park that integrates velvet deer farming...
Hefangkou Great Wall is located 15 kilometers north of Chengguan Town in Huairou District. It was built during the Ming Dynasty on the foundation of the Northern Qi Great Wall and has been a military focus since ancient times. During the reign of Emperor Muzong of Ming, troops from the three regiments of Hejian were stationed here to guard it. The name comes from its strategic location along the river. Today, both the pass and the fortress have been destroyed. At the site of the pass, only the stone foundation of a watchtower remains on the west side of the highway. …
Dazhenyu is located to the north of Bohai Town in Huairou District, right at the entrance of the Xiangshuihu Scenic Area. Covering a total area of 18 square kilometers, including 11,500 mu of forested mountain land, it is a natural picturesque valley that combines elements such as the Great Wall, ancient caves, mountains, springs, pools, and waterfalls. The Dazhenyu section of the Great Wall is part of the double-walled fortifications within Huairou. Location: North of Bohai Town in Huairou District...
Located in Beizhai Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Yunyang Wonderland is nestled against mountains and beside water, making it an ideal destination for tourism, leisure, and summer retreats. The cast and crew of the TV series *Struggle* once visited this spot. Yunyang Wonderland in Huairou is also a perfect location for wedding photography shoots. This trip truly confirmed that—there were plenty of photographers and wedding studios around. The entrance ticket costs 10 yuan...
The China Film Base Tourist City was invested and built by China Film Group to enhance the national film production level and adapt to global film production trends. It has the capacity to distribute over 100 films annually and has won more than a hundred international and national awards. Known as the “leader” and “flagship” of China’s film and television industry, it is…
The Huaisha-Huaijiu River Aquatic Wildlife Reserve is a provincial-level wetland nature reserve. It is located in the northwest of Huairou County, Beijing. Managed by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Fisheries, it was established in 1996. The reserve primarily protects aquatic wildlife, covering a total area of 1.11 square kilometers. Location: Western mountainous area of Huairou District, Beijing…
Zhuangdaokou Village is located in Jiuduhé Town, Huairou District, Beijing. The village has 110 households and a population of 305. It sits by the Huaijiu River and is backed by the ancient Ming Dynasty Great Wall. It is just 2 kilometers away from the Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall scenic area. The area boasts beautiful surroundings with lush mountains and clear waters. The famous Great Wall pass “Zhenlu Pass” is situated just 500 meters north of the village. Zhuangdaokou…
Baihe Riverside Park The government has invested in building the Baihe Wetland Park and Baihe Riverside Park near Tanghekou Town in Huairou District, Beijing. The park features basic amenities such as boardwalks and pavilions, yet retains the wild charm of the wetlands and allows for barbecues. Location: Huairou District, Beijing, China, Jingjia Road…
Beigou Village is a resort village rich in rural culture. Located in Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing, Beigou Village has focused on environmental management and improved its infrastructure. Currently, 13 international families reside here long-term, making it known as the "Great Wall International Culture Village." It is also hailed as the most beautiful mountain village in Beijing. Attraction location: Shanyu... in Huairou District, Beijing
West Tower is located on the eastern mountain range of the Xiangshuihu Scenic Area in Huairou. It is the highest point of the Dazhenyu section of the Great Wall. Originally built in the second year of the Yongle era during the Ming Dynasty, it underwent major restoration during the Wanli era. The wall here is well-preserved and rarely visited. The 3x3 watchtower, situated at an altitude of 960 meters, offers panoramic views of the entire Dazhenyu–Lianyunling–Moshikou–Jiankou sections of the Great Wall...
August 3, 2014, Beijing — The ancient Yan Cheng Street in Fanjiazhuang Village, Yanshi Town, Huairou District, Beijing, which has a history of over a thousand years, reopened after renovation. Currently, over 100 shops are officially open for business leasing. Walking along Yan Cheng Ancient Street, you can see the traditional courtyard houses with their blue bricks and gray tiles arranged in an orderly fashion. Some pergolas made of wood and thatch hang dried corn and store stone mills. On the left side of the ancient street, a clear stream winds its way through. It is understood that to increase the variety of fruits, the street has also planted lavender and added pavilions, wooden benches, rockeries, and pathways as landscape features. Unlike the world-class commercial district of Dingxiu Meiquan Town located right next to the east, Yan Cheng Ancient Street is rich in traditional northern Chinese elements. “It aims to provide a comprehensive block with distinctive northern characteristics, integrating sightseeing, shopping, leisure, and experience, in support of APEC and the construction of an international convention destination.”
Xingmei Town, formerly known as Feiteng Film and Television City, is the largest film and television production base in northern China. Over 100 TV dramas and films have been shot here, including "Palace," "The Dye House," "Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber," "Funny Face Ji Xiaolan," "Kangxi Dynasty," and "Granary under Heaven." The site features...
Babaotang Folk Village is located in Liuli Temple Town, Huairou District, about 100 kilometers from downtown Beijing and approximately 50 kilometers from Huairou urban area. Situated within the Baihe Canyon Scenic Area in Huairou, Beijing, the village boasts uniquely beautiful natural landscapes. It lies on the northern side of the canyon, flanked by undulating mountain ranges, with the Baihe River meandering through the valley. Due to its location in the northern…
Changshao Camp Village, Changshao Ying Manchu Township, Huairou District, Beijing. Changshao Camp is the seat of the government of Changshao Ying Manchu Township. The area enjoys a strategic location, with National Highway 111 running through the center of Changshao Camp Village and stretching north to south across the township. From here, you can head north to Fengning Manchu Autonomous County in Hebei and the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. To the east, you can reach...
Waterfront Paradise aligns with Beijing's tourism development aimed at restoring natural landscapes, continuously improving its facilities to create an interactive experience that blends nature with modern infrastructure. This utopian "mountain-view cultural community" is set to become a remarkable highlight in the northern suburbs of Beijing, attracting increasing attention and admiration. Let’s stay tuned for travelers who love exploration and freedom...
Flower House Lab is a uniquely charming greenhouse not tucked away too deeply, featuring a rainforest greenhouse, a succulent greenhouse, and a one-meter vegetable garden. It’s conveniently close to nearby attractions such as Huairou Reservoir, Lavender Garden, Hongluo Temple, and the Oak Forest Red Leaf Scenic Area. Transportation: 1. By car: Take the “Beitai Road” exit on the Beijing-Chengde Expressway, and navigate to “Mengzhuang Village Committee, Huairou District”…
Tanyun Temple is located in Danjianying Village, Labagoumen Manchu Township, Huairou County. There is a mixed Buddhist and Taoist temple—Tanyun Temple—that was first built during the Qing Dynasty. Originally a three-courtyard complex, it included structures such as the Hall of the Divine Official and the Hall of the Medicine Deity, with the third courtyard situated inside a cave. The temple enshrines deities such as Guanyin Bodhisattva, the Heavenly Saint Goddess, and the Goddess of Fertility.