China Travel Guide - Hebei

Author: Xu Junfeng
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Publish Date: 2001-11-01
Features: As the "May Day" holiday is approaching, a convenient travel guide is essential for outings. The pocket-sized "China Travel Handbook" published by Shaanxi Tourism Press is divided into 28 regional travel sections, each featuring themed scenic spots and hot routes. These sections include descriptions of urban landscapes, cultural landmarks, and natural wonders, as well as practical travel information and fascinating anecdotes about local customs and traditions from the perspective of "great culture and new life." This portable travel guide provides assistance to travelers anytime, anywhere.
Hebei, abbreviated as Ji, is located near Beijing and is named for its position north of the lower reaches of the Yellow River. As early as 5,000 years ago, the three legendary ancestors of the Chinese nation—Huangdi, Yandi, and Chiyou—conducted wars and eventually unified in Hebei, laying the foundation for the history of Chinese civilization. During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, Hebei was part of the Yan and Zhao states, earning the nickname "Yan-Zhao." During the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, when Beijing was the capital, Hebei became a vital frontier region protecting the capital.
Hebei is the only province in China that combines coastlines, plains, lakes, hills, mountains, and plateaus, creating its unique natural scenery. It is home to the "Heavenly Pass" Shanhaiguan, one of China's largest imperial gardens—Chengde Mountain Resort, the magnificent and intricately carved Qing Dynasty Eastern and Western Tombs, the Mancun Castle Ruins, famous for the discovery of gold-embroidered jade suits, as well as religious heritage sites like the South and North Xiangtang Mountains, Cangyan Mountain's Qiaoloudian, and more. Qinhuangdao, Beidaihe, and Manluu Hunting Ground are well-known tourist destinations. Chengde and Baoding are recognized as national historical and cultural cities. The splendid history and culture blend harmoniously with the beautiful lakes and mountains, forming Hebei's distinctive tourism landscape.