Summer in Yanqing
by Jetsetter Gastronomer
Oct 21, 2025
Yanqing District is rich in tourism resources, featuring natural and historical cultural attractions such as Longqing Gorge, Yudu Mountain, and the Pingbei Anti-Japanese Memorial Hall:
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Longqing Gorge is located north of Gucheng Village, Jiuxian Town, Yanqing District, Beijing.
🌟Highlights:
Formerly known as "Gucheng Jiǔqū," it combines the charming beauty of southern landscapes with the majestic grandeur of northern scenery. It is praised as "Beijing's Little Li River" and "The Little Li River Beyond the Great Wall," and is one of Beijing's sixteen scenic spots. The gorge is winding and twisting, with long, clear green waters. Dense joints and faults segment the exposed ancient marine carbonate rocks on the surface. Karst processes have shaped the magnificent karst landforms. Boating on the water, the peaks twist and turn, with cliffs rising thousands of feet on both sides, and spectacular peaks competing in beauty.
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Yudu Mountain is located east of Yuhuangmiao Village, Zhangshanying Town, Yanqing District, Beijing, at the junction of the upper reaches of Longqing Gorge and Haituo Mountain.
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Covering an area of about one hundred square kilometers, it is characterized by its pristine ecology, with plant communities including pine, birch, and Liaodong oak. The valley has flowing streams year-round, and the cool summer climate makes it ideal for hiking.
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The Pingbei Anti-Japanese Memorial Hall is located in Dazhuangke Township, Yanqing District, Beijing.
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Dazhuangke was an important battlefield during the Anti-Japanese War and the Liberation War, leaving many revolutionary historical sites. Visitors can tour the red education base to commemorate revolutionary martyrs and experience their spirit of dedication and the turbulent years through various red-themed learning activities.
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Wild Duck Lake is located at the foot of the Badaling Great Wall, beside Guanting Reservoir, west of Liuhaoying Village, Kangzhuang Town, Yanqing District, Beijing.
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It is Beijing’s first national wetland park, covering a total area of 283.4 hectares, officially opened to the public in 2013. The park features primeval forests, wetlands, and abundant wildlife resources. It is a paradise for nature lovers and a haven for birds and fish. As an important stop on the East Asia-Australia migratory bird route, walking here allows visitors to experience the harmony and beauty of nature.
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