Duration: 4 days, Time: August, Cost per person: 5000 yuan. Who: Solo traveler. Activities: Food, photography, self-driving, free travel, boutique, budget-friendly, weekend getaway. The author visited these places: Yanqi Lake, Yunfeng Mountain, Fairy Tale Tree Houses, Heilongtan Scenic Area, Happy Squirrel Valley, Miyun Reservoir, Temple of Heaven, Kempinski Hotel. Published on 2021-09-16 at 18:00.
Before I begin, the summer of 2021 in Beijing was the most humid and hot year I have experienced in the city. The abundant rainfall seemed to be trying to swallow the city’s hot air. However, the endless water storage in various districts only added to the oppressive heat. After being compressed by urban life for a long time, a summer trip exclusive to the suburbs of Beijing is the best stress-reliever. This time, I, @XiaoZhuanTouUP, independently drove the fifth-generation Tucson L to find the trendiest ways to check in during summer. We can go to see the most beautiful sunset at Bulaotun Observatory; we can stay in a guesthouse with a starry sky canopy to stargaze; we can experience the trendiest light luxury camping trip; we might accidentally enter the Miyun Reservoir Dam, which resembles a scene from Hayao Miyazaki’s comics; we might encounter the hidden paradise of Hua Tian Shan Ju in the city; we can follow the runaway princess back to the European-style castle winery; we can have a fashionable afternoon tea at the trendiest hotel by Yanqi Lake; and of course, don’t forget to try the authentic iron pot stewed big fish. Do you think these are the only trendy ways to play? No, no, no! The ‘small unexpected episodes’ during my 4-day and 3-night self-driving trip with the fifth-generation Tucson L are the most delightful. To learn more about treasure tips and strategies, remember to follow my footsteps! Without further ado, let’s start with a wave of beautiful pictures.
China Astronomical Observatory – Capturing the Most Beautiful Side Face at Sunset. Driving alone, heading north, and leaving Beijing, my first stop is ‘Bulaotun Observatory’. Before reaching Bulaotun, you will definitely pass by a series of mobile stalls. I was attracted by passers-by taking photos here. You can take a short rest, buy some local products, or take a distant shot of Miyun Reservoir. This national astronomical observatory, located in Laotun Village, Miyun, Beijing, has been rooted since 1966 and has become one of the important observation bases of the National Astronomical Observation Center after the efforts of several generations of scientists. Most visitors here are stargazers who yearn for the stars. Forgive my poor photography skills; I cannot wait for everyone. Along the wild road in Bulaotun Village, there are 28 parabolic antennas with a diameter of 9 meters, forming a synthetic aperture radio telescope array, and the treasure of the station is the 50-meter radio telescope. In addition, there is a 30-meter FAST experimental model. Looking at the large and small ‘satellite dishes’ along the road here, you can instantly enter a science fiction blockbuster. The most important thing is that there is no admission fee here. As long as you park in an orderly manner, you can take any pose you like. If you want to be a European sweetheart, these ‘colossal objects’ as a background are simply too good for photos. Of course, the premise is that you come early enough. The later it gets, the more stargazers will gather here. If, like me, you are not particularly interested in the stars, you might as well wait for the most beautiful sunset here, which is also a very good choice.
As I wait for the sunset, I can’t help but ponder the mysteries of the universe that these magnificent structures are exploring, and marvel at the insignificance of our human worries when compared to the cosmos. The minor sorrows bound by concrete and steel seem truly insignificant in the vastness of space. We should always maintain the best mindset and capture every inch of beauty. The time for sunset is fleeting, so if you’re traveling alone like me, it’s wise to find a good spot for photography and set up your equipment accordingly. Of course, there are other passersby who can assist. The fifth-generation Tucson L harmonizes perfectly with this sci-fi scene. Under the glow of the setting sun, the eagle-wing LED daytime running lights, the three-dimensional, shining front grille, and the muscular, rounded body of the vehicle exude both technology and artistry, making one eager to capture its most beautiful profile. My favorite aspect of this car is its distinctive muscular lines, which, even without a boyfriend, make me feel empowered, as if it’s the knight with the highest颜值, protecting and guiding me. While capturing the beauty of the fifth-generation Tucson L, I also make sure to document myself, striking poses with my car from various angles, a must-have skill for women, believing in myself as the most beautiful in this timeless place. If you don’t want to be so close to ‘the universe,’ on my accidental drive to the Yunfeng Mountain Fairy Tree House, I also saw the ‘big pot lid’ from afar. This is the joy of exploration that the fifth-generation Tucson L brings. Don’t let being alone stop you from traveling; as long as you have a heart that wants to start a trendy summer journey, following @XiaoZhuanTouUP’s guide will ensure you’re on the right track.
**Treasure Guide TIPS Summary**:
– No entrance fee required.
– Recently, the water level in Miyun has risen, causing some minor road closures and partial inaccessibility.
– Essential items for stargazing or sunset viewing include sunscreen and mosquito repellent.
– The sci-fi and fantasy scene is perfect for taking pictures with your car.
– There are many popular homestays that require advance booking, 3-4 days during weekdays, and 1-2 weeks in advance for weekends.
– Nearby short trips include Miyun Reservoir, Baihe Bridge, and Heilongtan Scenic Area, all combining natural and cultural landscapes. Camping along the road was previously possible, but due to recent water level increases, it’s not recommended.
**Bulao·Shanju – Starry Sky Dome Homestay**: The treasure homestay I booked this time is called Bulao·Shanju, a popular homestay near the Bulao Observatory. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of pear trees, it’s very comfortable and cozy to stay here. The best times to visit are spring and autumn, as spring brings a sea of pear blossoms, and autumn offers a bountiful harvest of pears, making both the scenery and taste exceptional. There are indeed many popular homestays in the suburbs of Beijing, and they are fully booked during holidays, so it’s essential to book in advance. The main reason for choosing this homestay is its starry sky dome rooms, allowing one to stargaze without being bitten by mosquitoes or suffering from the cold, just lying in the homestay with air conditioning, and I can see the stars, the most convenient way for star chasers. When I checked in, it was already evening, and everyone was free to sing in the homestay’s self-service KTV, no need to feel embarrassed. If you’re traveling alone and don’t want to feel lonely, when it’s time to gather, I’m best at blending in, singing freely and happily.
I stayed at the ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’, a homestay that offers not only stargazing but also sunrise viewing and a panoramic view of the Miyun Reservoir from the highest peak. If you wake up early enough, you must climb to the top of the mountain to see the sunrise spread across the reservoir – it’s incredibly beautiful. Another reason to climb the mountain is to find the juiciest pears with the most sunlight at the summit, which are a specialty of this longevity town. The homestay owner is particularly hospitable, saying that as long as you don’t take them away, you can eat as many pears as you want, and they are more than enough. Although it’s not yet the season for the pears to be fully ripe, I’ve already tasted some very delicious ones.
Under the pear trees in this courtyard, there are swings everywhere. Even if you do nothing but sit quietly on a swing, it’s incredibly pleasant. This might be a little secret of the longevity town, where not only the mountains and waters are beautiful, but also the people’s moods are very beautiful. The homestay also has a well-behaved internet-famous dog named ‘Naonao’ that loves to eat pears. It is very friendly and obedient, and if you stay here, it will surely follow you around. Although it’s just a short trip, as a camping enthusiast, I prepared a lot of equipment for myself. I drove the fifth-generation Tucson L, which has a spacious trunk with a capacity of 583L. If needed, the rear seats can be laid flat to increase the capacity to 1904L, making it feel like you could even fit an air mattress for a bed-on-wheels trip. I prepared luxury camping gear for myself, including a tent, canopy, outdoor tables and chairs, picnic mats, and some nice props, all to make it easier to take beautiful photos. If you need to stay overnight, you’ll also need to bring camping mats, sleeping bags, pillows, lights, and other accommodation equipment. Don’t forget to bring a barbecue or outdoor card stove, various snacks, ingredients, etc. The most important thing is mosquito repellent and incense; the mosquitoes and insects outdoors are really exaggerated. Despite being filled with various equipment, the super spacious trunk can also satisfy my desire to stop by the roadside for a while. I can sit comfortably in the trunk and capture the beautiful moments I want to record. After a happy day at ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’, having enjoyed the simple home-cooked meals made by the owner, I’m heading to my next destination, ‘Camping’. As a woman, with the fifth-generation Tucson L, I can easily have my own self-driving trip, which is safe and comfortable. The dirt road to ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’ is also very rough and muddy. Recently, due to the rise in the water level of the Miyun Reservoir, there has been a small release of water on this section. With Hyundai SmartStream’s new powertrain, my car is both fuel-efficient and powerful, making it easy to handle various road conditions and providing a superb driving experience. Treasure Strategy TIPS Summary: Address: Bulao Mountain Residence – Miyun District, Bulaotun Town, Huangtukan Village, Beijing City, at the intersection of Liuxin Road and Huangtukan Road, north side Navigation: Search for ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’ on the map Parking: Free parking available Meals: Home-cooked meals can be ordered, breakfast included with accommodation Activities: Watch sunrises and sunsets, observe clouds, admire the stars and moon, overlook Miyun Reservoir, pick pears, apples, and walnuts Room types: Stargazing tents, lake-view, moon-view, mountain-view, and pond-view wooden houses, as well as courtyards for group gatherings, with varying prices Suitable for: Family gatherings, couples’ trips, friends’ trips Surrounding attractions: Miyun Observatory, Yunfeng Mountain, Happy Squirrel Valley, Black Dragon Pool, Taoyuan Fairy Valley, Human Flower Sea Camping Trip – The Most Stylish and Luxurious Camping Experience As a fan of luxury camping, I have prepared many pieces of equipment for my camping trip.However, this trip didn’t go very smoothly. Due to the rising water level in Miyun, many places along the way that could be used for camping were closed off. But the joy of a self-driving trip lies in its randomness. As a资深 enthusiast of outdoor camping, with camping trips being so popular these days, there are more and more trendy INS luxury camping bases in Beijing. Of course, the current supply and demand are not completely balanced. The places I am most familiar with, such as Sunrise Valley and Da Re Wild, are all fully booked. Of course, this is not difficult for a search expert like me. I discovered this new coordinate, the Super Music Farm. This base is located in Miyun and combines multiple elements such as music/outdoor/parent-child/intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience/art/picnic/camping/market. It is a tourist destination suitable for a whole family’s music vacation experience. When I came here, I found that in addition to the camping equipment I wanted, there are also fluorescent parties, open-air movies, water parks, internet-famous trampolines, roof slides, football fields, and all kinds of catering and bars. Here, you can take good care of your whole family. Of course, what interests me the most must be camping. This place also meets all the requirements of those who don’t want to go camping with a lot of luggage. There are comfortable and spacious mattresses, so you don’t have to stay awake because of an inflatable mattress. The most considerate thing is that if you don’t bring any photography props, there is absolutely no need to worry. [Super Music Farm] has prepared a full set for you. Young ladies who want to pose for pictures can go ahead on their own. Although I didn’t have afternoon tea in a place with a small stream along the way as originally planned, it doesn’t affect my good mood at all. Because I have the fifth-generation Tucson L. I love the outdoors and I also love challenges and changes. And I found that this camping base is super suitable for self-driving enthusiasts. There are plenty of parking spaces here, and novice drivers can be very comfortable. The fifth-generation Tucson L that accompanies me this time has a 10.4-inch central control screen and is equipped with the Hyundai SmartSense safety system. It is equipped with ultrasonic radars, millimeter-wave radars, and high-definition cameras. Those who have difficulty reversing and parking finally have someone to save them. [Treasure Strategy TIPS Summary]? Sunrise Valley – Located in Miyun, it is a light luxury natural vacation camping park suitable for parent-child play. – Complete camping equipment. There is a RV base. It is a camping ground with all-inclusive catering, accommodation, and entertainment. – There are also many entertainment items in the park, such as sports experience parks, ATV off-road vehicles, karting tracks, etc., which are very complete. – It is relatively popular with a large number of people. It is difficult to book tickets and tents.? Da Re Wild – Currently the most INS camping ground in Beijing. And it has very mature camping grounds in Beijing and its surrounding areas and even across the country. – Suitable for experiencing the joy of manual camping. Coaches teach you how to set up camping equipment to avoid camping with a lot of luggage and the equipment is complete. – Suitable for young people. Miyun Reservoir Tour – Entering the scene of Hayao Miyazaki’s comics. After leaving the most ‘trendy’ INS camping base, I plan to play freely around the Miyun Reservoir Dam. The fifth-generation Tucson L that accompanies me has a super complete intelligent voice system. Open QQ Music with voice commands and play a familiar song ‘All the Way North’. The six speakers in the whole car are really amazing. The perfect intelligent device can be freely switched and can also be connected to other devices via dual Bluetooth. For me traveling alone, there is no need to be in a hurry.
According to my will, let me enjoy a one-person leisure ‘trendy’ summer trip on the journey. The Miyun Reservoir is very large, really extremely large. It is the largest drinking water source supply place in Beijing. This year should also be a year when the water level of the Miyun Reservoir is full. Since it surrounds the entire reservoir, there are main dams and auxiliary dams here. And vehicles are prohibited from stopping on the dams. If you want to take pictures, you must park your car at both ends. The scene from Hayao Miyazaki’s manga that all girls like is here. On one side is a village, and on the other side is a reservoir, full of Japanese atmosphere. I only need to use the intelligent voice function on the fifth-generation Tucson L to search for Miyun S313 and park the car at a certain section and walk to the small house. Of course, if it is not necessary to photograph the small house, then beautiful sunsets can be photographed from both the main dam and the auxiliary dam. My vehicle made a brief stop when there were not many vehicles and took a photo. This is probably the only road picture I took during the entire trip. Hahaha, thinking about myself, I was really quick. If you want to take pictures more at ease, you can wait for the sunrise in the morning when there are not many vehicles. Huatian Mountain Residence – A secluded paradise hidden in the city. Leaving the Miyun Reservoir, I checked into Huatian Mountain Residence, a secluded paradise hidden in the city. The entire courtyard has 7 main rooms and 4 wing rooms. Each independent unit is equipped with a special viewing platform, truly achieving one scene for each household. In addition, there are rich activity rooms and a traditional Chinese culture school. This is definitely a good place to relax and relieve stress. I have never seen such a well-preserved original ecological homestay. The inside and outside of the courtyard are filled with various tree species. I heard there are more than 30 kinds. In the room I stayed in, this one planted in the courtyard is probably a small hawthorn tree. The interior of the house retains local wooden rafters and stone materials, which looks very artistic. The room types are divided into Tang-style tatami, heated kang, large bed and other styles. The names are also very creative, such as ‘Breeze’, ‘Playing the Qin’, ‘Seeking’, ‘Bosom Friend’, ‘Listening to the Stream’, ‘Watching the Mountain’, ‘Drizzle’, ‘Picturesque’. They sound very literary and are very appropriate for the entire environment. I originally thought that there would be no such elegant courtyard in the north. What I like the most is also the ecological vegetable garden of [Huatian Mountain Residence]. There are geese raised here. The fruits and vegetables in their own greenhouse can be self-sufficient. It can be said that the most original ecological life lies here. When the car arrives here, I don’t want to leave anymore. I just want to stay quietly and enjoy my pastoral time. The butler of the courtyard also suggested that in addition to enjoying slow time in this original ecological courtyard, you can also go fishing, boating, climbing mountains, etc. nearby. If the whole family travels by car or the company conducts team building, in addition to providing normal meals, the small courtyard can also prepare barbecue ingredients. Having a barbecue without equipment in the small courtyard is really extremely beautiful.
[Treasure Strategy TIPS Summary] ?? Address: Huatian Mountain Residence Boutique Homestay – Zhujiawan Village, Beizhuang Town, Miyun District, Beijing ?? Navigation: Search for ‘Huatian Mountain Residence Boutique Homestay’ on the map ?? Parking lot: There is a parking lot, free of charge ? Meal: Order original ecological home-cooked dishes. Accommodation includes breakfast. In addition, barbecue can be prepared ? Recreation: Fishing, boating, climbing mountains, playing the qin ? Room type: There are Tang-style tatami, heated kang, large bed and other styles with different prices ? Suitable for people: Family gatherings, company team building Yishi Winery – The runaway princess returns to the European castle. Yishi Winery is located in Liuheyu Village, Taishitun Town (near National Highway 101), Bailongtan.A winery featuring an eighteenth-century European-style castle as its main structure, with its mottled rocks and ivy-covered walls, exudes an air of mystery, solemnity, and a rich sense of history. Visiting this place, I felt like a runaway princess returning to my own castle. The entire estate is not vast, featuring attractions such as the Lake Viewing Terrace, Lakeside Pavilion, Earl’s Castle, Earl’s Square, and the Grape Trellis, but my favorite spot is the vast lawn right outside the castle, which is perfect for photography. The underground level of the winery is where red wine is processed and stored, giving off a mysterious aura. The first floor is the sales area, with prices ranging from 100 to 1100 for a box of their self-produced wines. Admission to the winery is charged, but holders of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Tourism Card can enter for free, and parking is also free. I purchased a ticket for 98 yuan, which included a tasting of red wine and a complimentary bottle of red wine, essentially buying a bottle of wine. As I drove myself, I only took a whiff and brought the complimentary wine home to enjoy at leisure. As a novice in the world of wine, the castle belonging to the runaway princess today was where I lingered the longest. Today, the princess returned to her castle’s entrance for a photo session to her heart’s content! Sitting in the car, I can truly appreciate my knight, the fifth-generation Tucson L. The waterfall-style layout provides a broader view. The high-quality fabric design, with a waterfall-encircled cockpit, offers an aesthetically pleasing and richly three-dimensional shape, which is also extremely considerate and comfortable. The D-shaped multi-functional steering wheel has been meticulously detailed for comfort. The 10.25-inch open-tech dashboard, 7-inch LCD + digital instrument cluster, and 10.4-inch central control screen are the largest in their class, exuding a strong sense of technology. The panoramic sunroof has a light-transmitting area of 0.77m² and an opening area of 0.35m², which is high-end and elegant. The ‘L’ class-leading vehicle size offers unrestricted freedom of posture, providing both drivers and passengers with an ultra-spacious class-leading experience. If you ask me what I am most satisfied with, I would say that I like everything about it; it embodies the temperament of a luxury car. As a ‘refined’ pragmatist, the fifth-generation Tucson L and the runaway princess herself perfectly match the entire European castle atmosphere. Yanqi Lake – Enjoying the Trendiest Hotel Afternoon Tea as a Socialite After leaving her castle, the last place the runaway princess wants to visit is Yanqi Lake. It is said that the most iconic building at Yanqi Lake is this vermilion-colored structure, designed with a top that gradually enlarges upward like a disc, resembling the reflection of the Temple of Heaven – this is the Beijing Yanqi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center. The drive there was quite relaxed because, despite the different roads traveled during these days of continuous self-driving, the fifth-generation Tucson L’s handling performance has been very satisfactory. After getting familiar with it over these days, I also discovered the more ‘humanized’ intelligent features of the fifth-generation Tucson L, such as BLE mobile Bluetooth key and remote vehicle management functions. As a woman traveling alone, I occasionally lose things and forget where I’ve put them. With these thoughtful details, I feel that technology makes life more convenient. After taking beautiful photos, the final destination is to enjoy afternoon tea at the hotel that has hosted informal meetings of APEC leaders – Sunrise Orient.
Duration: 4 days. Time: August. Cost per person: 5000 yuan. Companion: Solo travel. Activities: Food, photography, self-driving, free travel, boutique, budget-saving, weekend getaway. The author visited these places: Yanqi Lake, Yunfeng Mountain, Fairy Tale Tree Houses, Heilongtan Scenic Area, Happy Squirrel Valley, Miyun Reservoir, Temple of Heaven, Kempinski Hotel. Published on 2021-09-16 18:00.
As I wait for the sunset, I can’t help but ponder the grandeur of these massive objects exploring the mysteries of the universe, and感慨 our insignificance as humans. The minor sorrows confined by concrete and steel for so long are truly insignificant in the cosmos. We should always maintain our best mindset, capturing every inch of beauty. The time for sunset is fleeting, so if you’re traveling solo like me, it’s wise to find a good spot for photography and set up your equipment accordingly. Of course, there are other passersby here who can lend a hand. The fifth-generation Tucson L harmonizes perfectly with this scene full of sci-fi colors. Under the glow of the setting sun, the eagle-wing LED hidden daytime running lights, the three-dimensional, gleaming front grille, and the muscular, rounded body exude both technology and artistry, making one eager to capture its most beautiful profile. I particularly love the car’s exterior for its distinctive muscular lines. Even without a boyfriend, I feel the maximum boyfriend power, as it can become my most handsome knight, protecting and escorting me. While capturing the most beautiful appearance of the fifth-generation Tucson L, I won’t neglect to document myself. Posing in various angles with my beloved car is a must-have skill for women, and I believe I am the most beautiful in this evergreen village. If you don’t want to be so close to the ‘universe,’ on my accidental drive to the Yunfeng Mountain Fairy Tree House, I also saw the ‘big pot lid’ from afar. This is the joy of exploration that the fifth-generation Tucson L brings. Don’t let being alone stop you from traveling; as long as you have a heart that wants to start a ‘trendy’ summer journey, follow the guide of @XiaoZhuanTouUP, and you can’t go wrong.
【Treasure Guide TIPS Summary】? No admission fee required? Recent rise in Miyun water levels has led to some road closures, making full passage impossible? Essential items for stargazing or sunset viewing are sunscreen and mosquito repellent? The sci-fi and fantasy scene is perfect for taking car photos? Many popular guesthouses require advance booking, 3-4 days on weekdays, and 1-2 weeks on weekends? Nearby short trips include Miyun Reservoir, Baihe Bridge, and Heilongtan Scenic Area, all combining natural and cultural landscapes. Camping along the road was previously allowed, but due to recent water level rises, it is not recommended. Baolao·Shanju – Starry Sky Dome Guesthouse for Stargazing The treasure guesthouse I booked this time is called 【Baolao·Shanju】, a popular guesthouse near the Baolao Tun Observatory. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of pear trees, the stay is very comfortable and cozy. The best times to stay are spring and autumn, as spring brings a sea of pear blossoms, and autumn offers a bountiful harvest of tribute pears, making both the scenery and taste exceptional. There are indeed many popular guesthouses in the suburbs of Beijing, and they are fully booked during holidays. If you plan to book, do it in advance. The main reason for choosing this guesthouse is its starry sky dome rooms, where you can stargaze without being bitten by mosquitoes or suffering from the cold. Lying in the guesthouse with air conditioning, I can see the stars, which is the most convenient way for star chasers. When I checked in, it was already evening, and everyone was free to sing in the guesthouse’s self-service KTV. There’s no need to feel embarrassed. If you’re traveling alone and don’t want to feel lonely, I’m best at blending in during such gatherings, singing freely and happily.I stayed at the ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’, a homestay that offers not only stargazing but also a panoramic view of the entire Miyun Reservoir from the highest peak. If you rise early enough, it’s a must to climb to the top to witness the sunrise spreading over the reservoir—it’s incredibly beautiful. Another reason to climb to the peak is to search for the juiciest and largest gong pears, which are abundant in light and a specialty of this longevity town. The hospitable owner of the homestay encourages guests to eat as many as they like, without taking any away. Although the gong pears are not yet fully ripe, I’ve already tasted some with an excellent texture. Under the pear trees in the courtyard, there are swings scattered around, and even if you do nothing but sit quietly on one, it’s incredibly pleasant. This could be the little secret of the longevity town—besides the beautiful mountains and waters, the people here also have beautiful spirits. There’s also a well-behaved internet-famous dog named ‘Naonao’ that loves gong pears, which is very friendly and obedient. If you stay here, it will surely follow you around.
Although it’s a short trip, as someone planning to camp, I prepared a lot of equipment for myself. I drove the fifth-generation Hyundai Tucson L, which has a generous trunk capacity of 583L. If needed, the rear seats can be completely laid flat to expand the capacity to 1904L, making it feel like an inflatable mattress could be accommodated for bed camping trips. I prepared luxury camping gear, including a tent, canopy, outdoor furniture, picnic mats, and some attractive props, all to capture beautiful photos. For those who need to stay overnight, it’s essential to bring moisture-proof mats, sleeping bags, pillows, lights, and camping equipment like barbecues or portable stoves, along with various snacks and ingredients. The most crucial item is insect repellent and mosquito coils, as outdoor insects can be quite excessive. Despite being packed with various equipment, the spacious trunk can also satisfy my desire to stop by the roadside for a while. I can sit comfortably in the trunk, capturing the beautiful moments I wish to record. After a joyful day at ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’, having enjoyed the simple home-cooked meals made by the owner, I’m ready to head to my next destination: camping. Although I’m a woman, with the fifth-generation Hyundai Tucson L, I can easily have my own self-driving trip, which is safe and comfortable. The dirt road leading to ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’ is also rugged and muddy. Recently, due to the rise in water levels at the Miyun Reservoir, there has been a small release of water on this road. Equipped with Hyundai SmartStream’s new powertrain, my car achieves both fuel efficiency and power, handling various road conditions effortlessly and naturally, providing an excellent driving experience. Treasure Tips Summary: Address: Bulao Mountain Residence – Miyun District, Bulaotun Town, Huangtukan Village, intersection of Liuxin Road and Huangtukan Road, Beijing Navigation: Search for ‘Bulao Mountain Residence’ on the map Parking: Free parking available Meals: Home-cooked meals can be ordered, breakfast included with accommodation Activities: Watch sunrises and sunsets, observe clouds, enjoy the stars and moon, overlook the Miyun Reservoir, pick pears, apples, and walnuts Room types: Star-gazing tents, lake-view, moon-view, mountain-view, and pond-view wooden cabins, as well as courtyards for group gatherings, with varying prices Suitable for: Family gatherings, couples’ trips, and outings with friends Surrounding attractions: Miyun Observatory, Yunfeng Mountain, Happy Squirrel Valley, Black Dragon Pool, Taoyuan Fairy Valley, Human Flower Sea Camping Trip – Trendy INS Luxury Camping As a fan of luxury camping, I’ve prepared a lot of gear for my camping experience.However, this trip didn’t go very smoothly. Due to the rising water level in Miyun, many places along the way that could be used for camping were closed off. But the joy of a self-driving trip lies in its randomness. As a资深 enthusiast of outdoor camping, with camping trips being so popular nowadays, there are more and more of the most ‘chic’ INS luxury camping bases in Beijing. Of course, the current supply and demand are not completely balanced. The places I am most familiar with, such as Sun Valley and Wild Luxury, are always fully booked. Of course, this is not difficult for a search expert like me. I discovered this new coordinate, the Super Music Farm. This base is located in Miyun and combines multiple elements such as music/outdoor/parent-child/intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience/art/picnic/camping/market. It is a tourist destination suitable for a whole family’s music vacation experience. Only after coming here did I find that in addition to the camping equipment I wanted, there are also fluorescent parties, open-air movies, water parks, internet-famous trampolines, roof slides, football fields, and all kinds of catering and bars. Coming here, you can arrange everything properly for your whole family. Of course, what interests me the most must be camping. This place also meets all the requirements of those who don’t want to go camping with a lot of luggage. There are comfortable and spacious mattresses, so you don’t have to stay awake because of an inflatable mattress anymore. The most considerate thing is that if you don’t bring any shooting props, there is absolutely no need to worry. [Super Music Farm] has prepared a full set for you. Young ladies who want to pose for pictures can go ahead by themselves. Although I didn’t have afternoon tea in a place with a small stream along the way as originally planned, it doesn’t affect my good mood at all. Because I have the fifth-generation Tucson L. I love the outdoors and I also love challenges and changes. And I found that this camping base is super suitable for self-driving enthusiasts. There are plenty of parking spaces here, and novice drivers can be very comfortable. The fifth-generation Tucson L that accompanies me on this trip has a 10.4-inch central control screen and is equipped with the Hyundai SmartSense safety system. It is equipped with ultrasonic radars, millimeter-wave radars, and high-definition cameras. Those who have difficulty reversing and parking finally have someone to save them. [Treasure Strategy TIPS Summary]? Sun Valley – located in Miyun, it is a luxury natural vacation camping ground suitable for parent-child play. – Complete camping equipment. There is a RV base. It is a camping ground with all-inclusive catering, accommodation, and entertainment. – There are also many entertainment items in the park, such as a sports experience park, ATV off-road vehicles, karting tracks, etc., which are very complete. – It is relatively popular with a large number of people. Tickets for playing and tents are relatively difficult to reserve.? Wild Luxury – Currently the most INS camping ground in Beijing. It has very mature camping grounds in Beijing and its surrounding areas and even across the country. – Suitable for experiencing the joy of manual camping. Coaches teach you how to set up camping equipment to avoid camping with a lot of luggage and the equipment is complete. – Suitable for young people. Miyun Reservoir Tour – Accidentally entering the scene of Hayao Miyazaki’s comics. After leaving the most ‘chic’ INS camping base, I plan to play casually around the Miyun Reservoir dam. The fifth-generation Tucson L that accompanies me has a super complete intelligent voice system. Open QQ Music with voice commands and play a familiar song ‘All the Way North’. The six speakers in the whole car are really great. The perfect intelligent device can be freely switched and can also be connected to other devices via dual Bluetooth. For me traveling alone, there is no need to be in a hurry at all.
According to my own will, I can enjoy a personal leisure ‘trendy’ summer trip on the journey. The Miyun Reservoir is very large, truly extremely large. It is the largest drinking water source supply area in Beijing. This year should also be a year when the water level of the Miyun Reservoir is full. Since it surrounds the entire reservoir, there are main dams and auxiliary dams here. And vehicles are prohibited from stopping on the dams. If people want to take pictures, they must park their cars at both ends. The scene from Hayao Miyazaki’s comics that all girls like is right here. On one side is a village, and on the other side is the reservoir, full of Japanese-style atmosphere. I only need to use the intelligent voice function on the fifth-generation Tucson L to search for Miyun S313 and park the car at a certain section and walk to the small house. Of course, if it is not necessary to take pictures of the small house, then beautiful sunsets can be captured from both the main dam and the auxiliary dam. When there are not many vehicles on the road, my car briefly stops and I take a photo. This is probably the only road picture I took during the entire trip. Hahaha, thinking about it, I was really quick. If you want to take pictures more at ease, you can wait for the sunrise in the morning when there are not many vehicles. Huatian Mountain Residence – A Hidden Paradise in the City Leaving the Miyun Reservoir, I checked into Huatian Mountain Residence, a hidden paradise in the city. The entire courtyard has 7 main rooms and 4 wing rooms. Each independent unit is equipped with a special viewing platform, truly achieving one scene for each household. In addition, there are rich activity rooms and a traditional Chinese culture school. This is definitely a good place to relax and relieve stress. I have never seen an original ecological homestay preserved so well. The inside and outside of the courtyard are filled with various tree species. It is said that there are more than 30 kinds. In the room I stayed in, this one planted in the courtyard is probably a small hawthorn tree. The house retains local wooden rafters and stone materials, which looks very artistic. The room types include Tang-style tatami, heated kang, large bed and other styles. The names are also very unique, such as ‘Breeze’, ‘Playing the Qin’, ‘Seeking’, ‘Bosom Friend’, ‘Listening to the Stream’, ‘Watching the Mountain’, ‘Drizzle’, and ‘Picturesque’. They sound very literary and are very appropriate for the entire environment. I originally thought that there would be no such elegant courtyard in the north. What I like the most is also the ecological vegetable garden of [Huatian Mountain Residence]. There are geese raised here. The fruits and vegetables in their own greenhouses can be self-sufficient. It can be said that the most original ecological life lies here. When the car arrives here, I don’t want to leave anymore. I just want to stay quietly and enjoy my rural time. The butler of the courtyard also suggested that in addition to enjoying the slow time in this original ecological courtyard, you can also go fishing, boating, climbing mountains, etc. nearby. If the whole family travels by car or the company conducts team building, in addition to providing normal meals, the small courtyard can also prepare barbecue ingredients. Having a barbecue without equipment in the small courtyard is really wonderful.
Yishi Winery – The Escaped Princess Returns to the European Castle Yishi Winery is located in Liuheyu Village, Taishitun Town (near National Highway 101), Bailongtan.A winery with an 18th-century European-style castle as its main structure, the entire castle’s mottled rocks and walls covered with ivy, exude mystery, solemnity, and a sense of history. Visiting this place, I felt like a runaway princess returning to her own castle. The estate is not vast, featuring attractions such as the Lake Viewing Platform, Lakeside Pavilion, Earl’s Castle, Earl’s Square, and Grape Trellis, but my favorite is the large lawn at the castle’s entrance, which is perfect for photography. The underground level of the winery is where the red wine is processed and stored, looking quite mysterious. The first floor is the sales area, with prices ranging from 100 to 1100 for a box of their self-brewed wine. Admission is charged, but holders of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Tourist Card can enter for free, and parking is also free. I purchased a ticket for 98 yuan, which included a tasting of red wine and a complimentary bottle, essentially buying a bottle of wine. Since I drove myself, I only sniffed the wine and took the complimentary bottle home to enjoy at leisure. As a novice to wine, the longest time I spent at the winery was at the castle, which belonged to today’s runaway princess. Today, the princess returned to her castle’s entrance to take enough photos at once! Sitting in the car, I can earnestly experience my knight, the fifth-generation Tucson L. The waterfall-style layout allows for a broader view. The high-grade fabric design features a waterfall-embrace cockpit, with a sensual shape and a rich sense of three-dimensionality, which is also very thoughtful and comfortable. The D-shaped multi-function steering wheel has very detailed and comfortable design. The 10.25-inch open-tech instrument, 7-inch LCD + digital instrument, and 10.4-inch central control screen are the largest in its class, full of technology. The panoramic sunroof has a light-transmitting area of 0.77 square meters and an opening area of 0.35 square meters, which is high-end and atmospheric. The ‘L’ class-leading body size offers unrestricted freedom in posture, providing both drivers and passengers with a super spacious class-leading experience. If you ask me what I am most satisfied with, I would say that I like everything, as it shows the temperament of a luxury car everywhere. As a ‘refined’ pragmatist, the fifth-generation Tucson L and the runaway princess herself are super compatible with the entire European castle atmosphere. Yanqi Lake – Enjoying the Trendiest Afternoon Tea at the Most Stylish Hotel When the runaway princess leaves her castle, the last place she wants to visit is Yanqi Lake. It is said that the most iconic building at Yanqi Lake is this vermilion-colored building, with a top designed to gradually enlarge upwards like a disc, resembling the reflection of the Temple of Heaven, which is the Beijing Yanqi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center. Driving there felt very relaxed because, despite taking different roads during these days of continuous self-driving, the fifth-generation Tucson L’s performance in handling was very satisfactory. After getting familiar with it over these days, I also found that the fifth-generation Tucson L has a more ‘human touch’ smart space. It can achieve functions such as BLE mobile Bluetooth key and vehicle remote management. A girl who is alone and out and about from time to time may be a bit careless and not know where she has misplaced things. With these thoughtful details, I feel that technology makes life more convenient. After taking beautiful pictures, the last thing to do is to visit the reception hotel that has hosted the APEC leaders’ informal meeting – Sunrise Oriental, for an afternoon tea.
This hotel is also built close to the dam. It is said that a great deal of effort was expended during its construction. The final product is like a rising sun, symbolizing harmony and unity. Viewed from the side, it resembles a scallop, which represents wealth in Chinese culture. Such a luxurious place surely cannot be missed by me for a check-in. Having an afternoon tea in this comfortable and quiet place, as long as the consumption reaches one hundred yuan, you can get a 50-yuan parking fee waived. For a frugal person like me, it is both comfortable and cost-effective, and also a perfect ending to my journey.
Must-eat delicacies in the suburbs of Beijing – Authentic Miyun iron pot stewed fish. As a资深 food and travel expert, @小砖头 UP will not fail to give any food recommendations. When coming to Miyun in the suburbs of Beijing, one must not miss having a meal of authentic iron pot stewed fish. Sturgeon is the best choice. Other must-order signature dishes must include dried long beans, tofu, pickled cabbage, fish tofu and Arctic Ocean soda. The sauce-flavored taste is rich. The freshly killed live fish is simmered in a large wood-fired pot. This delicious dish is unique to Miyun. If you have never been to Beijing, then this old Beijing wild vegetable dumpling is also a must-order staple food. The mixed grain taste is even better. You don’t have to deliberately choose a specific one. In Miyun, there is a main street full of iron pot stew restaurants, and none of them will disappoint. What if you are traveling alone? My answer is to thicken your skin and share a table. I shared an iron pot stew with the residents who stayed with me at [Bulaoshanju]. For the rest of the time when I was alone, I ate casually along the way by driving, such as the unique buckwheat noodles in the north + Hongbaolai old soda. Mutton soup and mutton pies made by the Hui people are all super suitable for people traveling alone. Summary of strategies for one-click collection. I wonder if everyone is satisfied with my itinerary. I had a great time playing by myself. The entire self-driving trip has high flexibility and good comfort. The fifth-generation Tucson L is also very energy-efficient and fuel-saving. The intelligent voice function and others serve me very well and are super considerate. To facilitate everyone to replicate my route, this summary list can be collected with one click! Must-visit routes: Bulaotun Observatory, Miyun Reservoir Dam, Yishi Winery, Yanqi Lake, Sunrise Kempinski Hotel Beijing camping base. Recommendations: Super Music Farm, Sunlight Valley, and Wild Luxury camping. Equipment list: tent, tarp, outdoor tables and chairs, moisture-proof mat, sleeping bag, pillow, lamp, barbecue or portable gas stove for outdoor use, various snacks, ingredients, picnic mat, some beautiful small props (convenient for posing), mosquito repellent, etc. Food: iron pot stewed fish, hele noodles, mutton soup, halal meat pie, tribute pear. Accommodation: Heshhe Homestay, Bulaoshanju, Huatianshanju. Transportation: Fifth-generation Tucson L. I look forward to you having a ‘trendy’ summer trip of your own just like me. Don’t waste this season in Beijing that is most suitable for self-driving and camping!Related posts:
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