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Enjoying the colorful autumn leaves in Beijing | Climbing the Great Wall together, admiring the splendid autumn scenery

2023-10-30

As autumn approaches, the temperature drops. The beautiful red leaves of autumn have returned to Beijing, and it's a perfect match to climb the Great Wall and enjoy the red leaves.

In this issue, we bring you a series of articles on enjoying the colorful leaves in Beijing, starting with the Great Wall. Let's climb the ancient and magnificent historical site together and enjoy the colorful autumn scenery!

Badaling Great Wall

Badaling Great Wall is one of the nine passes of the world and is the essence and outstanding representative of the Great Wall. When it comes to enjoying the autumn leaves in the suburbs of Beijing, Badaling Great Wall is definitely on the list.

In the deep autumn season, Badaling Great Wall is like a giant dragon walking between the red and colorful leaves, and you can feel the magnificent scenery of the world. Standing on the watchtower and looking into the distance, the setting sun makes the colorful leaves even more brilliant. With the primitive natural scenery on both sides, the historical vicissitudes and heaviness of the ancient Great Wall are even stronger, and the chilly autumn wind seems to have a touch of ancient charm.

If you take the cable car to enjoy the leaves, you can unlock different perspectives of the beautiful scenery. Outside the window of the car, the mountains rise and fall, and the high mountains and deep valleys are covered with colorful leaves, which are nestled against the ancient Great Wall, showing a perfect combination of strength and softness.

Address: Exit 58 of G6 Jingzang Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing

Mutianyu Great Wall

Mutianyu Great Wall is located in Huairou District in the north of Beijing. It has a long history and splendid culture, and is known as the "Great Wall of ten thousand li, Mutianyu alone".

The vegetation coverage rate of Mutianyu Great Wall is as high as 96%, and the scenery is beautiful. There are more than 280,000 colorful leaf trees planted on the mountain, covering the entire Mutianyu area. Starting from late October, Mutianyu Great Wall scenic area welcomes the best time to enjoy the red leaves. The ancient Great Wall is even more charming against the colorful backdrop.

In Mutianyu, you can not only see the red leaves but also experience the magnificent history of the Chinese nation. Mutianyu Great Wall was built by Xu Da, the founding marshal of the Ming Dynasty, and was renovated by the anti-Japanese general Qi Jiguang and his army in 1568. Standing on the Great Wall and seeing the red leaves, imagining the smoke of war in the past, one cannot help but marvel at the changes in history.

Address: Mutianyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing

Juyongguan Great Wall

Juyongguan Great Wall is one of the famous ancient military passes on the Great Wall. The mountains overlap, the streams flow, the vegetation is lush, and the scenery is pleasant. It is known as one of the "72 scenic spots of Guan Gou". As early as the Jin Dynasty, it was listed as the first of the "Eight Scenic Spots of Yanjing" with the name "Juyong Overlapping Greenery".

Autumn is the most beautiful time of Juyongguan Great Wall. The bright red, purple, and golden leaves spread out gorgeously in the mountains, creating a rich autumn scene that is unforgettable.

Looking into the distance, the trees are already dressed in colorful autumn clothes. When the wind blows, the leaves dance like butterflies and fall gently on the shoulders, conveying the message of autumn softly. In this mountainous and towering fortress, a magnificent scene of picturesque scenery is outlined.

The magnificence of the Great Wall is enhanced by the gentle atmosphere of autumn. Seize the opportunity and take a pleasant autumn trip.

Address: Juyongguan Great Wall, S216 (G6 auxiliary road), Changping District, Beijing

Beijing Huanghuacheng Lakeside Great Wall Tourist Area

Huanghuacheng Lakeside Great Wall Tourist Area is named after three sections of the Great Wall that enter the water. It is the only scenic area in Beijing where the Great Wall is connected to water and is also known as the "Great Wall to be visited by boat".

The scenic area is famous for its uniqueness and beauty, integrating the green mountains, blue waters, and ancient Great Wall. It has both the elegant charm of the water towns in southern China and the magnificent scenery of the northern frontier. It can be said to combine the beauty of the north and south, and integrate nature and culture into one. Therefore, it is known as "the scenery of the frontier, the charm of the south, all in the Water Great Wall."

Late autumn is the most brilliant season of the Water Great Wall. The colorful leaves on the mountains are reflected in the bright lake, and the colorful autumn leaves and the blue lake complement each other, like a fairy tale world. Standing on the observation platform and looking into the distance, you can feel the autumn atmosphere filling the world.

Address: Xishuiyu Village, Jiuduhu Town, Huairou District, Beijing

Simatai Great Wall

When the autumn wind comes, Simatai Great Wall becomes an excellent place for photographers to take pictures. Standing on the watchtower and overlooking the magnificent scenery below, the vegetation on both sides of the Great Wall is red and green, making people stop and stare for a long time, reluctant to move their eyes away.

The ancient North Water Town at the foot of Simatai Great Wall has become a "red leaf town at the foot of the Great Wall." In the alleys, the walls are covered with golden-red ivy, inviting us to come and enjoy the autumn in Beijing. With three or five friends, take a boat ride to admire the red leaves and the poetic scenery of the northern water village. Occasionally, sit in the courtyard and watch the red leaves fall from the wall, accompanied by the colorful autumn colors in the distance.

Address: North of Simatai Village, Gubei Water Town, Miyun District, Beijing

Xiangshuihu Great Wall

Currently, Xiangshuihu Great Wall scenic area has entered the best viewing period, with a large area of red leaves. You can fully enjoy the charming autumn scenery in the mountains and forests.

Photo by Beijing Tourism

Among the continuous mountains, the colorful leaves set off the magnificent Great Wall, depicting picturesque autumn scenery. Standing on the Great Wall and looking into the distance, it is not a painting, but better than a painting.

Address: Dong, Dazhenyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing

Friendly Reminder

The best viewing period for red leaves is short and easily affected by weather fluctuations. Citizens and tourists should pay attention to the relevant service information released by the scenic area and plan their travel time reasonably. During the journey, please follow the rules of the tourist attractions, queue in order, avoid crowding and grabbing, cherish public facilities, protect cultural relics and do not graffiti or climb. Strive to be a promoter of civilization, display civilized demeanor, establish a civilized image, and share a civilized environment.

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