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Baiquan Mountain Scenic Area
Baiquan Mountain Natural Scenic Area is located between Yanqi Lake and Yougu Shentan in Yudao, Huairou County, 63 kilometers away from Beijing. The scenic area, with its special geographical environment, magnificent mountain structure, rich vegetation and mineral resources, constitutes a unique natural landscape. Hundreds of springs hidden in the mountains make the canyon streams continuous and connected. Famous scenic spots include "Tathagata Buddha Palm", "Liying Peak", "Optimus Prime", "Xiaohuang Mountain", "Taiji Valley", "Yinyang Fish Eye", "Feiyun Waterfall", "Holy Mother Pond" and so on. Baiquan Mountain is named after the legend of Baiquan Fairy. The scenic area is 7.5 kilometers deep. Hundreds of springs are hidden in the mountains, making the canyon streams continuous. Baiquan Mountain has four major characteristics: one beauty (mountain beauty), two wonders (peak wonders), three beauties (water beauty), and four uniqueness (valley uniqueness). Entering the scenic area, the beautiful mountains are like the south of the Yangtze River, and every step is a scene, which is intriguing. The strange cliffs and rocks have unique shapes, each with its own appearance and each with its own scenery, which makes people imagine endlessly. The "Flying Stone" stands in the air, and the "God Turtle Looking at the Moon", "Ten Thousand Years Stone Monkey", "Tathagata Buddha Palm", and "Sitting in Meditation and Listening to Sutras" are vivid. Legend has it that wherever the Baiquan Fairy's fingers pass, springs will form, making Baiquan Mountain full of springs and water everywhere, forming various landscapes such as springs, pools, waterfalls, streams, and rivers. Regardless of spring, summer, autumn, or winter, the clear springs of Baiquan Mountain gurgle and dingdong has a rhythm. The big waterfalls include Tianhe Waterfall, Luohan Waterfall, Huitian Waterfall, and Feitian Waterfall. The famous springs include Leyu Spring, Qinglong Spring, Zhiyu Spring, Shengmu Spring, Yuxian Spring, etc. There is a waterfall hanging on the top of the cliff at the back of the scenic area, with a drop of more than 60 meters, just like Guanyin Bodhisattva holding a clean bottle and sprinkling sweet rain, so it is named "Guanyin Waterfall". This waterfall flows continuously in spring, summer, and autumn, and forms huge icicles in winter, which is spectacular. There are countless kiwifruit trees in the stunning kiwi valley, forming a beautiful green valley at the end of Baiquan Mountain, like a large green net covering the valley. There are also countless hawthorns, wild pears, hazelnuts, sour dates, and mulberries, which are really rare.
Beijing Labagou Primeval Forest Park
The Labagou Primeval Forest Park is a national AAA-level scenic spot located in the core area of the primeval forest in Labagoumen Manchu Township, Huairou District, Beijing. The average altitude here is between 700 and 1,700 meters. There are thousands of rocks and valleys and vast forests. The air is pure and the scenery is pleasant. In the deep forests where few people go, you can see the mysteries of natural science that have not been deciphered so far. The entire scenic area consists of four viewing areas: Nanhouling, Yuyingchang, Baizhang Cliff, and Glacier. The total area is 45 square kilometers, the forest area is more than 90%, there are 677 plant species, more than 300 animal species, and the green tourist trail is 60 kilometers. The tour content and route can meet the needs of two to three days of travel. There are large areas of birch forests, purple birch forests, alpine rhododendrons, larch forests, and primary oak secondary forests. The entire forest is also mixed with a large number of precious tree species such as Tilia amurensis and yellow pineapple. It is a kingdom of biodiversity and the essence of the natural landscape of the primeval forest. The landscape in the scenic area is characterized by primeval forests, rich species, strange peaks and rocks, and cultural relics. In spring, you can see azaleas all over the mountains, in summer you can enjoy the cool climate of the high-altitude forests, and in autumn you can see colorful autumn leaves. Labagou Primeval Forest Park has become a natural ecological sightseeing, summer vacation, flower viewing and leaf viewing tourist destination and leisure car camp with its unique geographical features and intact forest ecological environment.
Hongluo Temple
Hongluo Temple Scenic Area is located 4 kilometers north of Huairou City, Beijing, and 55 kilometers from downtown Beijing. The total area of the scenic area is 800 hectares and is now a "National 4A-level Scenic Area". The profound historical accumulation and cultural infiltration, the wonderful geographical environment and climatic conditions have made Hongluo Mountain Hongluo Temple a perfect and extraordinary "Pure Land Buddhist Kingdom". Hongluo Temple was built in the fourth year of Xiankang in the Eastern Jin Dynasty (338 AD). It is a permanent temple of ten directions. It is the birthplace of Buddhism in northern my country and the largest Buddhist forest. It has enjoyed a very high status in the Buddhist community for more than a thousand years. The last two generations of ancestors of the Pure Land Sect in my country were both related to this temple. There is a saying in the world that "there is Putuo in the south and Hongluo in the north". The thousand-year-old ancient temple is surrounded by mountains and waters and built on the mountain. It is backed by the majestic Hongluo Mountain in the north and shines on the beautiful Hongluo Lake in the south. The temple is surrounded by forests and gullies, with towering ancient trees, hiding the wind and gathering the energy, making it a Feng Shui treasure land. The "Three Wonders of Hongluo" - the Imperial Bamboo Forest, the Male and Female Ginkgo Biloba, and the Wisteria Pine are well-known. Millions of green bamboos and thousands of acres of ancient pine forests surround the entire temple, forming a beautiful picture of "ancient temples hidden in blue waves". The spiritual energy of mountains and rivers has created the Buddhist garden landscape here, which "exclusively possesses the wonders of Feng Shui in the land and the beauty of the natural environment". The Hongluo Temple Scenic Area has now formed a "one-day tour" sightseeing pattern of three Buddhist cultural areas, Hongluo Temple, Guanyin Temple, and Five Hundred Arhats Garden, and two natural scenic areas, Hongluo Mountain and Qinglong Mountain, forming a sightseeing feature of "watching flowers in spring, escaping the heat in summer, watching leaves in autumn, and appreciating the three friends of winter in winter". Visitors here can not only walk into the ancient temple, admire the solemn Buddhist rituals, burn incense and pay homage, comprehend their own nature, eliminate many troubles and gain the joy of peace, but also stroll in the forest to rest under the pines or climb high to look far and sing in the wind, and enjoy the pleasure of leisure.
Yunmeng Wonderland Scenic Area
Yunmeng Wonderland Natural Scenic Area is located in Liulimiao Town, Huairou District, Beijing, more than 80 kilometers away from Beijing. Yunmeng Wonderland Natural Scenic Area is known as the Zhangjiajie of the north, the most beautiful scenic area in northern Beijing, and is rated as one of the "Top Ten Best Places in Beijing Suburbs" by Beijing. The scenic area is characterized by strangeness, danger, beauty, wildness, and clear pools. The scenic area covers an area of 16 square kilometers. In the scenic area, there are strange peaks, rugged rocks, waterfalls, and deep and clear pools. The scenery changes with every step. The wild flowers in spring, the green valley in summer, and the red leaves in autumn are ideal choices for mountain tourism. The Tang Dynasty poet Liu Yuxi once wrote in the "Humble House Inscription" that "Mountains are not high but immortals are spiritual, and waters are not deep but dragons are spiritual." Let us climb Yunmeng Wonderland, a fairy mountain full of fairy spirit and aura, and beat the auspicious drum that is full of happiness. Yunmeng Fairyland is the place where the Taoist immortal Guiguzi, the master of Sun Bin and Pang Juan, lived in seclusion, practiced Taoism, and taught his disciples more than 2,000 years ago. Su Qin, Zhang Yi, Mao Sui, and Xu Fu, who worshipped the immortal Guiguzi as their teacher, became pillars of society after they came down the mountain, and their reputation will last forever. It is said that Guiguzi has the skills of hiding his body invisibly, the method of mixing heaven and earth, and can be reborn, transcend life and death, predict the past and the future, and his words are always true. Guiguzi's surname is Wang and his name is Xu, also known as Wang Chan. Taoists call him "Wang Chan Laozu". He lived in seclusion in Guigu of Qingxi during the Spring and Autumn Period and called himself Guiguzi. Guiguzi is regarded as a patron saint in the local area. On Christmas Day, good men and women from all directions come to Guigu Temple to burn incense and worship the gods. Pray for the protection of the gods.
Yougu Shentan Natural Scenic Area
Yougu Shentan is located in Huairou District, a tourist attraction in the suburbs of Beijing. Between the green mountains and clear waters, Yougu Shentan, with its mysterious and magnificent appearance, provides a new place for Beijing tourists to explore, relax and vacation. Yougu Shentan is located at the southern foot of Yunmeng Mountain, 25 kilometers northeast of Huairou City, 75 kilometers from Beijing, and is connected by National Highways 101 and 111. Beijing tourists can take bus No. 916 to Huairou for transfer or take the bus from Beijing to Fengning to Yougu Shentan Station. Yougu Shentan has a unique natural tourist landscape due to its special geographical location, peculiar mountain structure, rich mineral resources, and beautiful myths and legends. In the canyon, hundreds of springs converge, streams crisscross, and high canyons stand. Not only can you appreciate the uncanny workmanship of nature, but you can also enjoy the unique "waterfalls" and "divine pools". Its natural and spectacular appearance is breathtaking, and the various legends of the local people have formed a series of "difficult to describe paintings". The waterfall is a hundred feet high, with two layers, one above and one below. The upper layer has a steep cliff, and the rushing mountain spring is like a dragon coming out of the valley. The huge drop hits the granite cliff, roaring in the valley, and the water splashes up several meters, then spreads on the scaly cliff, forming a water curtain several meters wide, flowing down several feet, forming a "waterfall" wonder. The magic pool is a hundred feet square and several feet deep. It connects the waterfall above and draws clear water below, turning the torrent into gentle and overflowing clear waves. The magic lies in the two waterfalls sandwiching a pool, and the three and the mountains on both sides are a whole piece of granite. Its naturalness and magical magnificence are the charm of nature.
Qinglongxia Tourist Resort
Qinglong Gorge is a national AAAA-level scenic spot and national water conservancy scenic spot that integrates green mountains, green waters and the ancient Great Wall. It is located near Dashuiyuguan in Huaibei Town, 20 kilometers north of Huairou District, Beijing. This gorge not only has a long history but also has a unique geographical location, with a cool and pleasant climate all year round. The mountainous area where the gorge is located has many peaks and ridges, and clear water flows all the time, which has formed a unique climate here, with windy and rainy weather, and an annual precipitation of about 800 mm. The reservoir dam is located in the center of the scenic area, dividing the scenic area into four parts: south, north, west and east. The water depth in the south is controlled at 1 meter, and bamboo rafts and hand-rowed boats are the main ones. The water depth in the north is 40~50 meters, and large motor boats such as dragon boats, pleasure boats, speedboats, etc. are set up. In summer, a beach bathing beach is also opened. In the west, there is a Qinglong Gorge cableway, which is 800 meters long and has a drop of 369 meters. Take the cableway to the highest peak in the scenic area, Yuhuangtai. Standing here: thousands of miles away in the east, the Miyun Reservoir is a vast expanse of blue water; looking south, the vast plains of Beijing North are endless; reflecting the setting sun in the west, the ancient city of Huairou is far away, and the mountains and waters are covered; looking north, the peaks are winding, and the Great Wall is still quiet and green... The scenic area covers an area of 150 hectares, and is about ten miles long from north to south. The majestic reservoir dam divides the scenic area into two parts. The north is a high gorge and a flat lake. Tourists can take a dragon boat, a pleasure boat or a speedboat along the winding waterway to enjoy the scenery on both sides. In summer, they can also go swimming or play football, volleyball and sunbathe on the beach. There are bungee jumping, rock climbing, rappelling, and other fitness and entertainment projects on the east bank. Outside the dam is a quietly flowing stream, where you can row a boat or paddle a bamboo raft. The mountains on both sides of the canyon are majestic and the vegetation is dense. There is also a well-preserved Ming Dynasty watchtower on the top of the mountain, which attracts countless tourists to explore the ancient relics.
Beijing Shengquan Mountain Tourist Scenic Area
Shengquan Mountain Scenic Area is located in Koutou Village, Qiaozi Town, Huairou District, 6 kilometers away from Huairou City. The scenic area is located between Hongluo Temple and Mutianyu Great Wall Scenic Area, 3 kilometers east of Hongluo Temple, 10 kilometers west of Mutianyu Great Wall, and close to Huaisha Tourist Highway, with convenient transportation. The scenic area is backed by Yanshan Mountain, magnificent and beautiful, with Huaisha River in front, and picturesque scenery. Shengquan Mountain Scenic Area is located in Koutou Village, Qiaozi Town, Huairou District, 6 kilometers away from Huairou City. The scenic area is located between Hongluo Temple and Mutianyu Great Wall Scenic Area, 3 kilometers east of Hongluo Temple, 10 kilometers west of Mutianyu Great Wall, and close to Huaisha Tourist Highway, with convenient transportation. The scenic area is backed by Yanshan Mountain, magnificent and beautiful, with Huaisha River in front, and beautiful scenery. The scenic area covers an area of 5 square kilometers. Jiulong Mountain in the area, the former Maitreya Peak is 388 meters above sea level, with majestic mountains and dense vegetation. From the foot of the mountain to the Chunxiao section of the Zen Forest, the altitude difference is 288 meters, and the average slope of the tourist trail is 25 degrees, which is suitable for mountaineering and fitness. To the north of the front peak, there are many high mountains, with many peaks and valleys between them. The Guanyin Peak at the back peak is 393 meters above sea level, with a dignified and full mountain, and its meaning is beyond the clouds. In front of Guanyin Peak, there is a winding canyon created by nature. The terrain in the middle of the canyon is slightly flat and wide, and among the pine and cypress trees, there is the ancient Guanyin Temple of Duiquan Mountain founded by Gude in the Tang Dynasty. The section from Chanlin Chunxiao to Guanyin Temple has an average altitude of 320 meters. The average slope of the tourist trail is 1.3 degrees. There are pine and cypress forests and lush shrubs between the peaks and valleys along the way. There are hundreds of birds singing, away from the hustle and bustle of the world. The air is fresh, suitable for strolling and viewing; the cool breeze is suitable for leisure and avoiding the heat. There are many cultural and natural landscapes around the Guanyin Temple of Shengquan Mountain in the core landscape area. Especially among the cultural relics, there are many mysterious and strange mysteries that cannot be solved. Since ancient times, countless visitors have speculated and guessed, and many magical legends have been brewed among the people. These stories have been passed down by word of mouth, making the Shengquan Mountain Guanyin Temple famous. Believers, curiosity seekers, and visitors come here one after another, each with their own experience, making the Shengquan Mountain Guanyin Temple located in the deep mountains not desolate, and far away from human beings but full of incense. Mountains are not high, but they are famous if there are immortals; water is not deep, but it is magical if there are dragons. Today, the Shengquan Mountain Guanyin Temple has a special fate. Guanyin Bodhisattva has reappeared in the golden body, the mountain gate has been reopened, and the holy spring has flowed again. Friends from all walks of life are welcome to climb Shengquan Mountain and visit Guanyin Temple. They will gain something in their body and mind. Shengquan Mountain Guanyin Temple is located in the valley on the east side of Maitreya Peak, the back peak of Shengquan Mountain. It is a regular two-entry quadrangle. In front is the mountain gate. Although it is small in scale, the three gates stand side by side and are close to Nanshan. There is only a ten-foot corridor inside the middle gate, which is a main hall. The valley is called Weituo Hall, where Maitreya Buddha is enshrined. The back door of the Weituo Hall leads to the main courtyard. The main hall with three rooms and two entrances on the north side is the Great Hall of the Buddha, where the Buddha Sakyamuni is enshrined, and the Bodhisattvas Manjusri and Samantabhadra are enshrined. There are three side halls in the east and west of the main courtyard. The west wing is dedicated to the Nanhai Guanyin, and the east wing is dedicated to the Ruyilun Guanyin. The courtyard is not large, and the buildings are carved with beams, which are elegant and compact. There are two stone tablets on the left and right in front of the main hall. The left one is the Chenghua Merit Stele of the Ming Dynasty, and the right one is the Jiaqing Merit Stele of the Qing Dynasty. The ancient well in front of the right tablet is the Weituo Shenbei Well. The well mouth is covered with stone slabs, which are polished and smooth, and the wooden pulley in the well is an antique. Shengquanshan Guanyin Temple was first built in the Tang Dynasty, and it has a history of a thousand years. However, the situation has changed so much that no exact written records can be found now. According to folk legend, the famous female general Fan Lihua of the Tang Dynasty guarded the northern border of Youzhou. Once he fought with the northern country and was trapped under Jiulong Mountain (at that time, Shengquan Mountain was still called Jiulong Mountain). The enemy was strong and he was weak, and his life was hanging by a thread. In a desperate situation, Fan Lihua put her hands together and called out to Guanyin Bodhisattva to show her spirit! Guanyin Bodhisattva, save me! Upon hearing the call for help, Guanyin Bodhisattva immediately enlightened the nine crouching green dragons of Jiulong Mountain, asking them to rescue and achieve a special cause and effect. The nine green dragons were pleased to respond, and immediately raised clouds and rain, and heavy rain fell over the army. The two sides of the battle were drenched by the heavy rain and could not open their eyes or raise their arms, and they were busy with their own affairs. In the chaotic army, Fan Lihua led the idle soldiers to run away and broke through the siege. Afterwards, Fan Lihua was grateful for Guanyin Bodhisattva's life-saving grace, so she built a temple and a statue for Guanyin Bodhisattva at the place where the clouds rose behind Jiulong Mountain for permanent worship. Over the years, the wind and rain have invaded, and the Tang Dynasty buildings have disappeared. However, on the west side of the main hall in front of the Guanyin Temple and the southeast corner of the Weituo Hall, two ancient roots can still be seen today. Their diameter is more than 1.5 meters, which should be relics of the Tang Dynasty. After the Tang Dynasty, during the Liao, Jin and Yuan Dynasties, the area around Shengquan Mountain was in social turmoil and the population was constantly moving. The stories of the Guanyin Temple on Shengquan Mountain were mostly lost in history. During the Zhengtong period of the Ming Dynasty, the famous monk Bitian from the capital traveled here. He visited the ancient temple and enjoyed the scenery. He deeply realized that this place was a rare place for retreat and meditation, far away from the world. So he vowed to rebuild the Guanyin Temple on Shengquan Mountain. After years of fundraising, during the Chenghua period of the Ming Dynasty, the Guanyin Temple on Shengquan Mountain was rebuilt by Master Dingcheng, a disciple of the monk Bitian. Since the Ming Dynasty, due to the relocation of the capital to Beijing and the implementation of immigration policies, the population in the northern part of Beijing has increased sharply, and people's lives have become relatively stable. A large village has gradually formed in the south of Huaisha River in front of Shengquan Mountain. Because the village is located at the mouth of the ravine where the Mutianyu Pass of the Great Wall is located, the village is named Koutou Village. By the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty, the Guanyin Temple had fallen into disrepair and the temples were dilapidated. After the abbot monk persuaded and the wealthy families of Koutou Village jointly raised funds, the temple was fully restored. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, the current situation changed and the monks of the temple scattered. In 1958, the last monk of the temple passed away and the monks' rooms were empty. However, the villagers of Koutou have been protecting the temple buildings with all their heart. Even during the ten years of turmoil, the footprints of the pilgrims on the Shengquan Mountain Road have not been cut off. In 2003, the restoration project of the Guanyin Temple of Shengquan Mountain was started again. Now the temple is resplendent and the precious statue is shining again. More and more friends from farther away gather here to chant the name of the compassionate Guanyin Bodhisattva. The revival of Shengquan Mountain in this reincarnation will last forever.