#Wangbaochuan Village (Longevity Village) Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Ancient Towns
Address:
Huai Changlu
Peach blossoms surround the Wangbao River, the iron arm of Yanshan Mountain, and the pagoda forest
Missing the autumn view of Yanshan Pagoda Forest, come when the peach blossoms are in full bloom.
Starting from Yanshou Temple, passing through Dahei Mountain, the pagoda forest, and Wangbao River,
Visiting three places in one go is quite nice.
There are three steep climbs along the way, and each climb can be a bit tiring.
The peach blossoms are thriving, covering the mountains and fields.
Petals fall from the trail with the wind, creating a very poetic scene.
As soon as you enter the Yanshan Pagoda Forest, you are greeted by five eye-catching classic pagodas.
I wandered around here for a long time, every angle is photogenic.
Compared to the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, Yanshan Pagoda Forest is a less popular attraction.
Then comes the second stage of stone steps, heading towards the summit of Yanshan.
Yanshan is named for its winter appearance when 'thick snow accumulates, white as silver.'
The view from the peak is excellent, with rolling hills all around, and the view of the peach blossoms is even more magnificent from here.
Exiting the scenic area through a small gate, it's not long before you reach Wangbao River.
There are many peach blossoms, but the stairway is a bit too much for the thighs.
The boardwalk is bustling with people, and occasionally you meet a dog.
Peach blossoms falling all the way, so beautiful.
After leaving the village, I found two wide paths completely blocked.
Big and small cars couldn't move at all.
Fortunately, we made a decisive choice to gather and depart from the village entrance.
📍Location: Wanshou Temple, Changping District, Beijing
🧭Track: 0330 Dahei Mountain Wangbao River Yanshan Pagoda Forest, total 18.19km, ascent 1062m, the original track was 16km but ended up being 18km due to detours.
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Hiking in Beijing to embrace the spring mountains, who isn't a youth under the peach blossom trees?
🌸 Finally, the peach blossoms in the mountains of Beijing have bloomed, and I hurried into the mountains to explore.
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🥾 In Changping, Beijing, I found a free hiking trail with no one around, where I could enjoy the blossoms all by myself.
⭐ If you need the trail map, just ask me for it with a simple click.
✅ It's about a 1-hour drive from the city center, and the starting point has convenient parking.
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✅ The whole journey is 12 kilometers, with an elevation gain of 700 meters. If you're just there for the blossoms, you can walk half the distance, about 5km, and return the same way.
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✅ The first half of the journey is an easy walk on a wooden walkway to enjoy the flowers. Standing on the top of the mountain, the peach blossoms cover the whole mountain, and the flowers on both sides of the walkway are in full bloom, making for great photo opportunities.
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✅ If you want a more outdoor experience, be sure to continue on the second half of the trail, which includes dirt and gravel paths, offering a full hiking adventure.
❗Warm tips:
1️⃣ There are many dirt paths, so outdoor shoes and hiking poles are essential.
2️⃣ There are no supply points or restrooms along the way.
3️⃣ Pet-friendly.
4️⃣ The path in the second half is clear, so there's no need to worry about getting lost, but the whole journey is physically demanding, so please proceed according to your ability.
🤝🏻 If you need the trail map, just ask me for it.
I'd also love to see the peach blossom photos you take in the mountains.
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🙋🏻♂️ Just call me Xiao Ming!
A Beijing boy who travels everywhere.
Follow me and you won't get lost, and don't forget to leave a ❤ before you go!
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Crossing the Dàhēishān to Wangbao River
From the peak of Dàhēishān, you can overlook the famous Eighteen Ladders of the Great Wall in Beijing, and the 'Ji' character Great Wall (Figure 8). The nearby scenery is very good. After traveling over mountains and ridges for 15 kilometers, you can reach Wangbao River in Changshou Town.