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Just 250km northwest of Beijing, Chengde is the perfect distance for a 2 days getaway.
The little town Chengde gained its prominence during the Qing Dynasty when the emperors built a palace where they spend their summer months when the heat in Beijing became unbearable.
So as its name suggests, the most popular in summer (April to November).
Another highlight of the trip is visiting to Putuo Zongcheng Temple, which is a mini reconstruction of the Potala Palace in Lhasa.
Also enroute to Chengde, you can take a visit to the well-preserved and unrestored Gubeikou Great Wall.
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Duration: 2 days
Starts: Beijing, China
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Just 250km northwest of Beijing, Chengde is the perfect distance for a 2 days getaway.
The little town Chengde gained its prominence during the Qing Dynasty when the emperors built a palace where they spend their summer months when the heat in Beijing became unbearable.
So as its name suggests, the most popular in summer (April to November).
Another highlight of the trip is visiting to Putuo Zongcheng Temple, which is a mini reconstruction of the Potala Palace in Lhasa.
Also enroute to Chengde, you can take a visit to the well-preserved and unrestored Gubeikou Great Wall.
Itinerary
Day 1: Beijing to Chengde
Stop At: The Great Wall of Gubeikou, Gubeikou Town, Beijing 101508 China
The Gubeikou Great Wall has never been reconstructed.
Hence, it is somewhat dilapidated but retains its original beauty. It is difficult to access. Many battles were fought here throughout the Chinese history due to its strategic location. Even if they are quite broken, the crawling wall and tough watchtowers will remind you of their past glory.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Tonight we will arrange you a local 4 star hotel with standard double /twin room in Chengde.
Day 2: ChengDe back to Beijing
Stop At: Temple of Universal Peace (Puning si), North of Chengde Mountain Resort , Shangqiao District, Chengde 067000 China
Putuo Zongchengzhi Temple is located to the north of Mountain Resort of Chengde. It is the biggest and the most magnificent building in Eight Outer Temples.
The temple is also named ‘little Potala Palace’.(in reality not really that mini)
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort, North of Shuangqiao District, Chengde 067000 China
The Resort was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.
The Kangxi Emperor picked Chengde as the site for his summer retreat in 1701 and ordered the construction of an elaborate mountain resort.
The huge Summer Mountain Resort includes lakes, plains, and mountainous areas, with pavilions and temples dotted throughout.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
