Hebei is rich in tourism resources, and it is only 2-3 hours' drive from Beijing, which is very convenient for self-driving. There are both the largest surviving classical royal gardens in China, and the red culture scenic spots; there are both large-scale imperial tomb complexes and beautiful natural scenery...

Shanhaiguan is an ancient cultural city with a long history and one of the image representatives of the world cultural heritage-the Great Wall of China.

Shanhaiguan Scenic Area is located 15 kilometers east of the urban area of Qinhuangdao. It was built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty (1381). It is the easternmost point of the Great Wall. It is a city with a complete defense system. It was once an important military fortress in history.

Shanhaiguan is the starting point of the Great Wall of China, and is also known as the "First Pass in the World". It is an ancient historical and cultural city and a tourist summer resort with a collection of scenic spots and historic sites in China, beautiful scenery, and pleasant weather. The main scenic spots include Changshou Mountain Scenic Spot, Crocodile Lake, Jiaoshan Great Wall, Laolongtou, Mengjiangnv Temple, Mengjiangnvyuan, Xuanyang Cave, and Yanse Lake.

The main purpose of visiting Shanhaiguan is to visit Zhenyuan Tower in Dongmen, which is the "First Pass in the World". The gate is about 13 meters high and is divided into upper and lower floors. It has a beautiful and majestic appearance. Ascend the tower, one side is the rippling blue sea, and the other is the winding Great Wall, which is awe-inspiring. On the west side of the building, under the eaves, there is a plaque “The First Pass in the World” written by the calligrapher Xiao Xian of the Ming Dynasty. The strokes are strong and integrated with the rules of the tower. Near the Shanhaiguan Gate, there is also the Great Wall Museum, which exhibits humanities, history, military activities and cultural relics related to the Shanhaiguan Great Wall.

Address: No. 1, Longhai Avenue, Shanhaiguan District, Qinhuangdao City, Beijing