Gubei - a city on the water Beijing Baijing

Gubei Water City 🏞️

Location❓

- The city is located in Gubeikou, a suburb of Beijing, at the foot of the Simatai section of Beijing's Great Wall.

Architecture❓

- The architecture is reminiscent of old Chinese cities, with street food districts, art galleries, traditional workshops, and tea ceremonies.

What to see❓

- A water city with bridges and canals, hot springs, and numerous folk performances and crafts, including dancing and sugar blowing. 🍭 And, of course, the Simatai section of the Great Wall.

Food❓

There are quite a few establishments in the area, even entire food districts, but the food is not cheap; the most affordable option was the Hot Pot. Lunch for two cost about 200 yuan, but it was delicious 👍

Impressions❓

- When you arrive in this city, your first impression is that you've been shoved into an AI-generated image, but it's all real and alive. You see everything with your own eyes and just can't believe it at first, it's so incredibly beautiful!

How to get there❓

- Of course, the easiest way is by taxi, but it's also the most expensive, costing about 450 yuan one-way.

One of the most affordable options is to buy a tour on Trip.com; roundtrip transfers and entrance tickets are included in the tour price. A gondola ride and cable car ride to the Great Wall are also more affordable through a guide; ours cost 280 yuan per person.

Is it worth the trip?

- Definitely worth it! The views will inspire any traveler, and for photography enthusiasts, it's a fantastic location for a gorgeous photoshoot. A huge plus is that there aren't many people in this city, so you can find secluded spots for a photoshoot.

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Address for those who want to get there themselves:

Gubei Water Town
Gubei Water Town (北京市密云区古北口镇古北水镇)

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Have a nice walk💛

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