Qing Dynasty Emperors' Summer Retreat!

The Mountain Resort is located in Chengde, Hebei Province, and is China's largest existing imperial garden. It was where Qing Dynasty emperors escaped the summer heat and handled government affairs. From Beijing, you can take a high-speed train 🚝 to Chengde South Station (about 1 hour), then a 20-minute taxi ride to reach the resort. Driving 🚘 takes about 3 hours. 📸 Recommended photo spots: Danbo Jingcheng Hall and Yanbo Zhishuang Hall in the Main Palace area; Ruyi Island and Jinshan Pavilion in the lake area; and the Four-sided Cloud Mountain Pavilion in the mountain area. 🎬 Film location: The filming location of "Princess Returning Pearl" at Shufang Study. Entering the resort feels like traveling back to the lively scenes from the drama. 🗺️ Best route: Enter through Lizheng Gate → Palace area → Boat ride in the lake area → Mountain shuttle bus → Exit. 🍱 Local food recommendations: Chengde cold jelly noodles 🍝, Chengde Donkey Roll (bean flour cake), Pingquan lamb soup 🍲, Chengde roast duck, Imperial Lotus Leaf Chicken, Nansha cookies 🍪, and almond cake 🥮. 💡 Helpful tips: Recommend spending 1 day here. Apply sunscreen in summer, and wear comfortable shoes 👟 as there are many steps in the mountain area. Electric carts 🛵 and boats 🚤 are available to save energy. Food and water inside the scenic area are quite expensive, so bring your own snacks.