Stargazing in Beijing suburbs

2022-09-14

01 Lingshan Mountain Scenic Area

Lingshan Mountain Scenic Area is in the northwest of Mentougou District in Beijing. The summit lies 7,556 feet (2,303 meters) high, which is considered the highest in Beijing. It is suitable for watching the stars, the sea of clouds, and the sunrise. The view is extensive as there is little light pollution here. Remember to keep warm for stargazing at night since the temperature difference between day and night is sharp.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Chuangyixiang Homestay

Address: Liangjiazhuang Village, Qingshui Town, Mentougou District, Beijing

Baihuashanshe Homestay

Address: Huangantuo Village, Qingshui Town, Mentougou District, Beijing

02 Huanghuacheng Great Wall

Huanghuacheng Great Wall is in Jiuduhe Town, Huairou District known for the integration of green mountains, clear water, the Great Wall, and ancient trees.

The lake is naturally disconnected from the Great Wall. At the same time, it is also the preferred place for stargazing. Imagine watching meteors across the night sky on the ancient Great Wall.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Yishanjian Homestay

Address: Yaziyu Castle, Erdaoguan Village, Jiuduhe Town, Huairou District, Beijing

The Verse Homestay

Address: Huanghuacheng Village, Jiuduhe Town, Huairou District, Beijing

03 Labagoumen Manchu Township

If go north along the Beijing-Chengde Expressway, you can reach the "Arctic township" of Beijing -- the Labagoumen Manchu Township in Huairou District with fresh air and high oxygen. There are more “treasures" at nights. When looking up to see stars, the vast Milky Way surges to the other end of the mountains.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Xianyunshan Homestay

Address: Labagou Virgin Forest Park, Huairou District, Beijing

Mumaren Homestay

Address: Manchu Village, Badaohe, Changshaoying Manchu Township, Huairou District, Beijing

04 Kangxi Grassland

Kangxi Grassland is located 15 kilometers west of Badaling Great Wall in Kangzhuang Town, Yanqing District, adjacent to Guanting Reservoir in the west and Haituo Mountain in the north. The altitude is about 500 meters. It covers an area of more than 30,000 mu. With flat terrain and little light pollution, it is suitable to watch the sunset and appreciate the stars.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Yunju Yishe Homestay

Address: Tunjunying Village, Kangzhuang Town, Yanqing District, Beijing

Yunju Yishe Homestay

Address: North Zhangzhuang Village, Jiuxian Town, Yanqing District, Beijing

Huazhu·Beijing Jiuzhouxingsu Homestay

Address: Tielu Village, Dazhuangke Township, Yanqing District, Beijing

05 Puwa Huatai Scenic Area

Puwa Huatai Scenic Area is located in Dong Village, Puwa Township, Fangshan District. The terrain here is high and steep, with an altitude of 800-1200 meters. The tent camping area is located is suitable for stargazing.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Senlinxiangju Homestay

Address: Huatai Scenic Area, Dong Village, Puwa Township, Fangshan District, Beijing

06 Shidu Scenic Area

From Puwa Huatai along Panshan Road, you can drive about 30 kilometers to Shidu Scenic Area. It is a well-known tourist destination in the suburbs of Beijing for its beautiful natural environment. It is also a good choice for tourists to watch the stars at night.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Siran·Jieshan Homestay

Address: No. 9, North Sitiao, Main Street, Beishimen Village, Shidu Town, Fangshan District, Beijing

Taoxi Valley Homestay

Address: Pingyu Village, Shidu Town, Fangshan District, Beijing

07 Bulaotun B&B

Bulaotun B&B in Miyun District is about 120 kilometers away from downtown Beijing. It is also the place where Miyun Observation Station is located. In addition, as a NAOC observation station, it occupies such a superior position that it is no need to make more descriptions.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Heshe·Bulaotun Homestay

Address: Huangtukan Village, Bulaotun Town, Miyun District, Beijing

08 Jinhai Lake Scenic Area

Jinhai Lake is located in Haizi Village at the foot of Panshan Mountain in the southeast Pinggu District. It was originally a canyon that was fractured in the 1679 earthquake. The lake here is transparent and clear. The scenic area is far away from urban light pollution, surrounded by mountains and water.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Red Oak Tree Homestay

Address: Taopeng Village, Shandongzhuang Town, Pinggu District, Beijing

Daishe Homestay

Address: No. 4, Dongmagezhuang Street, Jinhaihu Town, Pinggu District, Beijing

09 Changyucheng Village

Changyucheng village is located in Liucun Town, Changping District, Chengcun in Ming Dynasty where the strategic position was very dangerous. It was an important pass for the defense of the Ming Dynasty's Beijing division. There are many ancient monuments and natural landscapes in the village. The ancient temple on the west high platform has a history of hundreds of years and preserves the big bell cast in the Ming Dynasty. The ancient wood is towering and full of vitality. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, it faces the Changyucheng Reservoir. With wide view and little light pollution, it is a good place for stargazing in the suburb of Beijing.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Sunflower Courtyard Homestay

Address: Baiyangcheng Village, Liucun Town, Changping District, Beijing

Liangzhan Garden Homestay

Address: Laoyugou Village, Liucun Town, Changping District, Beijing

Tingxinhuasu Youyougu Homestay

Address: Xifengshan Village, Liucun Town, Changping District, Beijing

10 Longwantun Village

Longwan Tun Village is located in Longwan Tun Town, Shunyi District. The village has a long history. Legend has it that Emperor Qianlong once stayed here, and his troops gathered troops and grass there, so it was named "Longwan Tun". With thick mountain trees, the scenery is pleasant There is a Haitang ditch to south of the village full of flowers. Stargazing in the romantic village is an unique experience.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Xiangzhu·Banshan Yaji

Address: Liuzhuanghu Village, Longwantun Town, Shunyi District, Beijing

11 Shagudui Village

Shagudui Village is located in Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, adjacent to Wangjuntuan Village, Rulin Village, and Caoliugezhuang Village. In recent years, it has focused on the development of fruit production and eco-tourism. Since the village has paid attention to environmental protection, it is a perfect place for stargazing.

【Accommodation Recommendation for Stargazing】

Cao Nv Sunshine Farm

Address: Shagudui Village, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing

Tianli Huajian Homestay

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