Escape Summer Heat at Seaside Resorts Near Beijing

Source:CRI, July 21, 2010; Date: 2010-7-22; By shyoto; Clicks:1268

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Escape summer heat at seaside resorts near BJ: Beidaihe

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Beidaihe

Beidaihe is a seaside resort in the northern Chinese city of Qinhuangdao. It is about 300 kilometers east of Beijing on the Bohai Gulf.

The environment here is beautiful. Mountain Lianfeng, which backs onto the beach, has two peaks covered by abundant green pines and cypresses. Looking down from Wanghaiting (Seaside Pavilion) at the top of the hill, one can see the misty sea in all its majesty and feel carefree and joyous. Moreover, Beidaihe is one of nine famous places to watch the sunrise in China. It is said that the Wanghaiting (Seaside Pavilion) is the best place to watch the sunrise.

Tips: family hotel, 50 yuan each room per night on average.

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Nandaihe

Nandaihe
Nandaihe Scenic Area

The Nandaihe Tourist Area is located 19.5 kilometers southeast of Funing County Town.

Its seashore is 17.5 kilometers long and covers 20 square kilometers. Nandaihe has wide beaches with clear water, soft sands, waves, medium depth, abundant sunshine, fresh air and a pleasant climate. It is blessed with all the elements of beach tourism, where tourists can enjoy themselves to the fullest. Nandaihe has become a rising holiday and tourist resort with excellent infrastructure after a dozen years of development.

Tips: Take the bus or train at Beidaihe station and get off at Nandaihe station. Hotels there are 280 yuan each room per night on average.

Emerald Island (Feicuidao)

Emerald Island (Feicuidao)
Emerald Island (Feicuidao)

The Emerald Island is located in the south of the gold coast of Changli County. It is 40 kilometers southeast of the Beidaihe seaside and 25 kilometers west of Changli County. The island covers 7 square kilometers and is called the "Jingdong Desert" (a desert east of Beijing).

Aside from the soft sands, clear waters and abundant sunshine, it is a paradise of birds, home to more than one-third of all varieties of birds found in China. What is more, the island is rich in medicinal herbs. On the island's west sea is the "Qili Sea," which is the largest lagoon in China at present.

Camping here is quite popular, but surfing and visiting the desert are also good choices for experiencing the beauty of the island.

Tips: camping here is free. Hotels are about 150 to 200 yuan each room per night on average under reservation.

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Laoting

Laoting
Laoting

Laoting is famous for its abundant island tourism resources. There are three islands, called Puti, Yuetuo and Jinsha, which have become the most popular places to holiday near Beijing.

The three islands all have their own characteristics. Puti is the largest island in North China. The vegetation coverage is over 98 percent, and the island has more than 260 kinds of plants as well as some 400 kinds of birds.

Looking down on Yuetuo, the island takes the shape of the moon, and that's where it gets its name. Dutch-style gardens are a major highlight here. The traditional cabins, windmills and beautiful tulips attract visitors from around the world.

Jinsha (which means golden sand in English) Island got its name for its fine golden sand and its flat, clean beach. As an island in the center of the sea, with a lake in the center of the island and another island in the center of the lake, its scenery is so unique that it stands out from all other places.

Tips: Staying in a cabin at Yuetuo costs 140 to 170 yuan each room per night on weekdays and 230 to 260 yuan each room per night on weekends.

Suizhong

Suizhong
Suizhong

These days, more and more people prefer to go to Suizhong over Beidaihe and Nandaihe to spend their holidays. As compared with Beidaihe and Nandaihe, Suizhong not only is quieter and less crowded but has clear seawater as well.

The place is surrounded by historical and cultural tourist attractions and has a pleasant and moderate climate. It is a perfect summer resort to prevent sunstroke on weekends.

Tips: A homestay in a farm house costs 60 yuan each room per night on average.

 

(Source: CRI, July 21, 2010 )

Original Link: http://www.china.org.cn/travel/2010-07/21/content_20545635.htm

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