A 600-year-old hidden free treasure ancient city near Beijing! Few people, beautiful scenery, perfect for photos

Is the Great Wall and ancient towns all there is around Beijing? 😤
This Ming Dynasty post station site hidden in Zhangjiakou is the true secret king!
Jimingyi Ancient City — the largest and most complete ancient postal station remaining in China 💫
A spontaneous weekend day trip, perfect for both kids and photos!

📍 Check-in location:
Jimingyi Township, Huailai County, Zhangjiakou, Hebei
(Search "Jimingyi Ancient City" directly on navigation)

🚗 Transportation tips:
2 hours drive from Beijing! Exit at Jimingyi on the Jingzang Expressway
(Recommended to leave before 7:00 AM to avoid morning rush hour)

🎫 Ticket saving tips:
Regular price 40 RMB/person
But! Free admission after 4:30 PM! 💸
(Indoor attractions will close by then~)

✨ Hidden activities revealed:
Climb the city wall at dusk and gaze at Jiming Mountain ⛰️
Watch the sunset dye the entire ancient city golden, stunningly beautiful!

📸 Must-shoot spots collection:
✔️ Ancient city wall: full of historic charm, a must for Hanfu enthusiasts!
✔️ He Family Mansion: the same royal post station style where Empress Dowager Cixi once stayed 🏠
✔️ Taishan Palace: low-key Ming Dynasty murals, national treasure-level art
✔️ God of Wealth Temple: gilded paintings shining brilliantly, super photogenic ✨

🍜 Foodies look here:
▸ Ming Dynasty postmen’s favorite "Youmian Wowo + Lamb Sauce" 🍜
▸ Freshly caught fish stew from Guanting Reservoir 🐟 + corn flatbread
(Only 50 RMB per person to eat until full!)

👨‍👩‍👧 Must-see for families with kids:
Highly recommend staying at "Kerei Family Farm Homestay"!
300+ family rooms 🛏️
Super comfortable bedding and a huge outdoor playground
Kids have a blast while parents relax and enjoy the sunset~

🚌 Perfect weekend combo:
Jimingyi + Huanglong Mountain Villa Aerial Grassland = perfect cultural + nature weekend 💯
(Only 30 minutes apart by car)

⚠️ Important notes:
1️⃣ Expect heavy traffic at Beijing entry checkpoints on the return trip! Recommend leaving an extra 30 minutes ⏳
2️⃣ Want to visit indoor attractions? Arrive before 3:00 PM~
3️⃣ Dress suggestion: Hanfu or modern Chinese style, silhouettes on the city wall create an epic atmosphere!

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