National Day Golden Week Travel Guide
by NamasteNirvana888
Oct 1, 2025
π Who says grasslands are only beautiful in summer? Ulan Butong in autumn is breathtakingly divine.
π The sunrise and morning mist are surreal, and under the glow of the sunset, the golden grasslands shimmer brilliantly.
ππ»ββοΈ For those planning to hike in September and October, don't miss Ulan Butong~
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β‘οΈ Hiking Distance: 40KM (34km grassland hiking + 6km Great Wall hiking)
β‘οΈ Recommended Hiking Time: Mid-September to early October (Golden Autumn Season)
π₯ Detailed Hiking Routes:
European-style Grassland πΆββοΈ 8km
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π Pristine Grassland: Golden pastures stretch to the horizon, dotted with dandelion fluff in autumn.
π European-style Hills: Undulating grasslands interspersed with birch forests.
π Sunset at Film Base: Reach the summit around 7:00 PM to capture haystack silhouettes and golden sunsets, full of cinematic vibes.
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Ulan Butong Grassland πΆββοΈ 16km
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π Flower Gulu Terrace: Fields of wild chrysanthemums in September, perfect for close-up shots of bees collecting nectar.
π Qiqige Lake: Azure waters reflecting clouds, with chances to spot herds of horses drinking.
π Princess Lake: Surrounded by birch forests, the lake appears ethereal in the morning mist.
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Private Ranch πΆββοΈ 10km
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π Birch Forest: Walk on a 30cm-thick carpet of fallen leaves, collect heart-shaped leaves as bookmarks.
π Forest Oxygen Bar: A mix of Siberian pine and sand spruce, with the air filled with pine fragrance.
π Sunrise and Morning Mist: Reach the high point by 5:50 AM to witness a sea of mist rolling over golden meadows.
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Jinshanling Great Wall πΆββοΈ 6km
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π Flower Sea Beacon Tower: In April-May, apricot blossoms cover the trails; in October, red maple leaves adorn the watchtowers.
π Sea of Clouds: After rain, waves of clouds often envelop the beacon towers.
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