Chinese New Year Excursions | Go skiing and see the sea in Qinhuangdao

2023-01-28

Zushan·Tiannv Town

Located inside Qinglong County, Qinhuang Island, Zushan mountain, with Tiannv Peak as the zenith which is 1,428 meters, enjoys wide popularity with its beautiful scenery and abundant humanity.

In winter, Zushan opens to the public with unique scenery. Owing to low temperature, crystal-clear ice and snow decorate hills and forests, so that visitors may feel like entering into the fairy tale once they walk in the aerial walkway.

Tiannv Town is situated at the foot of Zushan mountain. The town contains a great ski resort which is completely equipped with three ski tracks with different difficulty, a training zone covering over 5,000 square meters and various recreational equipment, letting people of different ages all enjoy the charm of ice and snow.

Address: 25 km from the north exit of Qinhuangdao on the Beijing Provincial Highway towards Qinglong, Qinglong Manchu Autonomous County, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province

Shanhai Pass

What to visit at Shanhai Pass? The answer is the mountain, the sea and the pass.

The Great Wall starts from the Old Dragon Head, and Jiaoshan mountain is the first mountain on its way towards north, so that it is known as the first mountain of the Great Wall. As one of the most famous spots at Jiaoshan Great Wall, Jiaoshan watchtower enjoys the popularity with its steepness and precipitousness. The zenith of Jiaoshan is widely regarded as the best place to appreciate sunrise.

The Old Dragon Head is the maritime starting point of the Ming Great Wall, which is located at Qinhuangdao city, Hebei Province. As the east entrance to the sea, it is the only sea and land military defense system that integrates mountain, ocean, pass and city.

Address: Shanhai Pass, Qinhuangdao city, Hebei Province

Aranya

The word “Aranya” originates from Sanskrit and refers to the place of silence, quietness, ashram and solitude. Situated at the middle of the golden coast of Changli County, Qinhuangdao, Aranya enjoys a fabulous geographical location. The place is charming and elegant in all seasons, with white architectures and sea-salted wind.

The long coastline extends, and the signature landmark of Aranya - the auditorium locates at the north section of the beach. When it comes to sunny days, the auditorium appears like a giant while elegant white piano, playing joyful tunes on the beach.

At a short distance, the “lonely” library facing towards the ocean, stands quietly at this spacious space. Walking into it, warm lights resonating with solid wood, the library accompanies the ocean through big floor-to-ceiling windows.

Address: East side of the golden coast of Changli County, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province

Beidaihe

Every year when it comes to winter, Beidaihe becomes a popular tourist attraction for a large number of tourists. As the symbol of Beidaihe, the Dove Nest Park is a must-see spot. On the cliff of the park, there is a giant stone with a crevice in the middle, which attracts flocks of doves to have rest, hence got the name. Around the giant stone locates a pavilion that is a perfect spot for appreciating the sunrise. The redness of the new-born sun soaks in the blue ocean, forming a stunning view.

Besides, sea ice of Beidaihe is another wonder that you should not miss. Sea ice of Beidaihe is a special gift from the nature. The sea crest in the distance while the nearby sea ice stays still . the crystal-clear frisson floats over the shinning blue sea, constructing a clean and mysterious picture. Address: Eastern coastal area of Beidaihe District, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province

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