In the autumn in Beijing, not only are some of the more popular tourist attractions scenic, but there are also some lesser-known tourist attractions around Beijing that are worth visiting. They are also great places to enjoy the autumn scenery. Below, I’d like to recommend some good places for you, let’s take a look!
1、Shajiu Tuo
Shajiu Tuo is located in Pingshan County. There are many famous mountains in Pingshan, but few people know Shajiu Tuo, which has always been low-key.
But when it comes to places to enjoy the red leaves, experienced hikers often recommend Shajiu Tuo. Legend has it that in ancient times, Shajiu Tuo was a stronghold of bandits because of its dangerous terrain. There were nine bandits living there. Once, they robbed several women, and one of the women got the bandits drunk and killed them all in the night, freeing the people from harm. Since then, the mountain has been called Shajiu Tuo.
When autumn arrives, the entire mountain is covered in red leaves, with the leaves turning red and orange, making it a spectacular sight. Added to this are some maple trees, persimmon trees, ailanthus trees, wild pepper trees, and other flowers that further adorn Jiutuo Mountain with their vibrant colors.
Climbing Shajiu Tuo and looking out at the surrounding peaks, it’s as if countless red ribbons are dancing, a riot of color, a breathtaking sight.
There are not many people who come here to play, it is a real wild mountain, there is no proper road,
it relies on many hikers to tread out the road time and time again, so the mountain road is very steep, some sections are even difficult to pass each other.
At the foot of the mountain, there is a slight feeling of fog, the higher you climb the mountain, the better the weather. When the mist dissipates, the red leaves all over the mountain show off their unique charm, if the weather is a little cloudy, you will also see the sea of clouds, which is very spectacular.
Address: Pingshan County, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province
Self-driving route: Simply navigate to “Shajiu Tuo.”
Distance from Beijing: about 380 kilometers
2、Canglufeng
The surging Xiejia River flows south from north through a deep canyon, with towering mountains on both sides, towering peaks, and endless mountains.
Here there are quiet canyons, turbulent streams, vast lakes, a collection of coolness, wildness, strangeness, beauty, ancientness, and seclusion in one.
This is the kingdom of birds, the land of cranes. On the mountain peaks and cliffs stand hundreds of centuries-old pine trees, and among the pines live hundreds of egrets, where they live and reproduce.
Canglufeng Natural Ecological Scenic Area is located in the Taihang Mountains deep in the northwest of Pingshan County, 16 kilometers north of the Tuoliang Scenic Area.
Here, the blue mountains are like the sea. There are more than 20 large and small peaks, stretching endlessly, like thousands of horses galloping, magnificent, emerging from the sky. Here, springs fly and waterfalls pour, gullies are filled with water, the water is dripping, damp and humid. There are many waterfalls, such as Heming Waterfall and Longquan Waterfall.
The scenic area has more than 20 large and small peaks, preserving the most primitive forest landscape, winding paths, and secluded paths.
Local villagers have always passed down the beautiful saying that “seeing egrets brings lifelong wealth”. This is a bird paradise and a watery world.
Address: Waidahe Village, Hehekou Township, Pingshan County, Hebei Province
Self-driving route: Simply navigate to “Canglufeng.”
Distance from Beijing: about 355 kilometers
3、Zhuquan Gou
Zhuquan Gou, the name sounds very simple.
In fact, it is indeed full of rustic charm. Because of its remote location and inconvenient transportation, everything is unspoiled beauty. There are two origins for the name Zhuquan Gou: one is that deep in the gully, the waterfall is often visited by herds of wild boars to frolic, so it is called Zhuquan Gou. The other is because the mountains in the gully are steep and straight, shaped like a pigsty, hence the name.
To visit Zhuquan Gou, go along the bottom of the gully. Clear streams accompany you all the way. There are gurgling streams in the gully, deep pools everywhere, and more than ten large and small waterfalls. Such crystal clear, you can see the stones at the bottom of the water clearly, the water quality is beyond words.
Unlike most mountains that have many steps for climbing, the road in Zhuquan Gou is like this, the road is made by people walking, even climbing the mountain is just climbing over rocks. This is what real mountain climbing is all about.
Occasionally seeing old houses adds a touch of humanity to this peaceful place.
The roar of the waterfall breaks the silence of the canyon, like “echoes in an empty valley”, echoing in the air, lingering, never ending, showing its wildness and grandeur.
Address: Yili Township to Xishaling area, Pingshan County, Hebei Province
Self-driving route: Simply navigate to “Zhuquan Gou.”
Distance from Beijing: about 410 kilometers
4、Pingquan Lake
Pingquan Lake, nestled peacefully among the surrounding mountains, amidst the greenery, calm and peaceful.
If you compare West Lake to a noble lady, then Pingquan Lake is a lovely girl.
Although not beautiful and noble, she is naturally beautiful and pure, a photographer’s paradise.
This piece of water and scenery is like a painting, does it have a feeling of a water town in the south? The north also has its unique gentleness.
This place is blessed with beautiful scenery and talented people. In the Tang Dynasty, it produced six prime ministers, and was known as the “Home of Tang Dynasty Prime Ministers”.
Autumn is the most beautiful time at Pingquan Lake, the golden leaves reflected in the quiet lake water, like a mirror, with a peaceful beauty.
Pingquan Lake is also known as Xuting Reservoir, located thirty li northwest of Xuting Township, Zanhuang County, Shijiazhuang City. In recent years, because of Pingquan Village, the villagers have also named it “Pingquan Lake”. It is not as vast and surging as Poyang or Hongze, nor as magnificent and bustling as Kunming or Xihu. It is a pool of clear spring water collected by all, quietly nestled among the surrounding mountains, amidst the greenery, calm and peaceful. When you stand by the reservoir, you will be fascinated by its unique scenery. A picturesque rural scene, like a dreamland water town.
Address: Near Xuting Village, Xuting Township, fifteen kilometers northwest of Zanhuang County, Hebei Province
Self-driving route: Simply navigate to “Xuting Village Pingquan Lake.”
Distance from Beijing: about 380 kilometers
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