Aranya Jinshanling

Aranya Jinshanling is located approximately 120 kilometers from downtown Beijing. It is neither too far nor too close, maintaining an appropriate distance from the city. It represents a transition from noise to tranquility, as well as from materialism to spirituality.

As the saying goes, "The benevolent enjoys mountains, and the wise enjoys water." At an elevation of 900 meters, the valley is filled with dense green trees and gentle summer breezes, welcoming the arrival of summer with vibrant beauty. This small world amidst the mountains is shielded by serene peaks, separating it from the noise and unrest of the outside world and satisfying people's infinite imagination of living in the mountains.

In Jinshanling, there are places like Upper Cloister and the Valley Music Hall, which lean more towards providing an atmosphere for solitude and tranquility. The semi-circular performance stage and open staircases of the music hall allow the wind to pass through the lookout openings in the surrounding stone walls, creating a harmonious echo. The rhythm of humans and nature blends together in the mountains, creating a rich sense of serenity.

Unlike the heat of the city, the mountains and valleys of summer are quiet and lofty, endowing the valley with a unique sense of coolness and freedom. In this cool and free environment, you can engage in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, and exploration. Alternatively, you can take a moment to quietly enjoy an exhibition, watch a play, or experience yoga, meditation, land art, and other colorful activities...

Address: Near Songcao Road, Luanping County, Chengde City, Hebei Province

Rehe Valley

Driving along the Beijing-Chengde Expressway, the hustle and bustle of the city and the urban concrete buildings gradually recede. Instead of the honking of cars, the air is filled with the melodious neighing of horses. The beautiful night view is no longer a twinkling neon, but a sky full of stars. Visitors feel as if they have entered another world.

Rehe Valley, located just a 3-hour drive from downtown Beijing, is surrounded by the Maojingba National Forest Park and the HeiliheNational Nature Reserve. It is a rare hot spring resort nestled in a forested valley near Beijing.

During the summer breeze, visitors can enjoy horseback riding along the streams, mountain biking, hiking through the forest, or visit the Forest Valley Hot Spring Resort to soak in the hot springs. Alternatively, they can sit in the courtyard, have a beer, chat, and experience complete relaxation of body and mind.

As night falls in the distant valley, the mountain breeze becomes gentle, softly soothing us like the breath of nature. Soaking in a hot spring and having a good night's sleep, under the guardianship of the mountains and the starry sky, allows all the stress from work and study to be healed in the tranquility of nature.

Address: Qijia Hot Spring Village, Longhua County, Chengde City, Hebei Province

Translator: ZHAO Huinan

Reviewer: TANG Yingqi