Autumn in Beijing is always so brief. Some people say that a short period of time feels like it goes straight from summer to winter, and it ends before you have time to appreciate it. Autumn is golden, and autumn is also red. In fact, autumn has many colors, as long as we discover them with our hearts. People often say to climb high and look far. The crisp autumn weather is perfect for appreciating Beijing's autumn and cherishing this touch of autumn color. I want to escape from the mountains and forests, and I also want a comfortable afternoon with coffee and the fragrance of tea. Where on earth can one find such an artistic conception?
In the clouds of the third space of Fangshan in Beijing, the autumn scenery is just right, and because it is too beautiful, it has attracted friends from Tianjin, Hebei to visit and enjoy. Yunyinli is located in Shangyingshui Village, which is located in the southeast of Fozizhuang Township. It was established in the Qing Dynasty and was originally called Yongshui, but later evolved into Yingshui. The village is located upstream, hence its name. When I hear this name, I feel like it's a masterpiece. I can't explain why, but I have this feeling in my heart. The third space homestay is located in the nearest mountainous area of Beijing, adjacent to the Zhenwu Temple. The first phase of the project has a total of 31 courtyards, with 12 courtyards and 26 rooms currently open. Four courtyards are currently being installed, and next year, one multi-functional hall and two conference rooms will be opened with 15 courtyards. A coffee shop.
When I arrived at Yunyin, I felt like I had traveled through time, as if I had arrived at Tao Yuanming's secluded paradise. Originally, the design here was very thoughtful. On the basis of preserving the characteristics of northern residential buildings, the designer integrates modern aesthetic ideas around the local native environment, and provides butler style in house services, carefully preparing delicious three meals. Create 12 courtyards in the third space Cloud Hidden Courtyard, where you can enjoy unique natural scenery. Taste unique delicacies, sleep on the mountain, and enjoy poetry and distant places.
Most homestays are checked in at the front desk, while Yunyinli is a caf é where coffee is always accompanied by comfortable time. Therefore, at the moment of check-in, a different atmosphere has already entered. The staff handling the matter are also the name of the village, and because they are serving their hometown, they are all very dedicated. In fact, for many years, under the leadership of Secretary Zhao, Shangyingshui Village has actively developed the tourism and vacation industry, revitalized idle rural resources, established collectively owned homestays, transformed idle rural houses in old villages into boutique homestays, introduced professional management personnel, and trained villagers to work. On the one hand, it has revitalized idle rural resources, and on the other hand, it has solved the employment problem of some idle personnel in the village.
It is not surprising to create such an exquisite courtyard in such a truly beautiful place. There are actually no residents in Shangyingshui Village now, which is very different from other homestays. The service staff usually live in a slightly urban area, and they have shuttle buses coming and going every day. Some friends may wonder why villagers have to move to the city, because the village has abundant coal resources and a long history of mining. The villagers used to mainly focus on coal mining and transportation. At the beginning of the 21st century, in order to protect the local ecological environment, the village committee responded to national policies, called for and led the transformation of the village's mineral economy. The villagers moved as a whole to live in Liangxiang, gradually developing from the former black industry to the current green industry.
The afternoon sunshine was just right, and a few friends sat in the coffee shop, either reading or chatting. Time slowly passes by like this, I have never felt so precious and comfortable in my life. Hope to walk slowly, we can have more time to fully experience the beauty and warmth hidden in the clouds. The small biscuits equipped with the coffee are baked on site, everything is so fresh and thoughtful. Some friends also like to sit in the attic, gazing at the distant mountains and forests, feeling incredibly smooth. Seeing such a beautiful scene, all the troubles seem to have dissipated.
After entering the courtyard, welcome fruits and hot mountain tea are ready. At this moment, I felt like I had returned to my own home. The butler is very enthusiastic and asks about our needs. A few friends didn't have time to enter the room, so they sat down and rested first. This arrangement is very meticulous, and I believe it has been specially designed and arranged by the staff, fully considering from the perspective of the guests. It is very suitable for people who come from afar.
The design in the yard is also very charming, with each yard having a different design and highlighting different feelings in terms of details. Our yard is located halfway up the mountain. You can see the Zhenwu Temple from the courtyard, but in fact, before we entered the small courtyard, we had already seen the Zhenwu Temple. I have been to many homestays, and this is the first time I have encountered such a Zhenwu Temple in such a close proximity to a homestay. Feng Shui must be excellent, I really like the culture of Taoism.
Zhenwu Temple is not only a cultural inheritance, but also an imprint on history. Zhenwu Temple is located in Shangyingshui Village, Fangshan District. It was first built in the Ming Dynasty and has been around for over 500 years. The Zhenwu Temple consists of three courtyards and two main halls, respectively dedicated to Emperor Zhenwu and Emperor Bixia. There are also four side halls, two, two accompanying buildings, and more than ten mountain houses, with a total construction area of 3000 square meters. Zhenwu Temple is the central temple of several dozen bell towers and villages in a radius, with a high level of incense and fame. Due to the high spirituality of the Taoist temple and the worship of the Zhenwu Emperor in the main hall, it is known as the "Little Wudang" in the north within Taoism.
When we arrived, we happened to be experiencing a ritual and saw the entire process of the French ceremony. I don't know why, but I think it's very quiet here. It seems like I have forgotten everything. The big tree in the yard has a history of 500 years, which is truly touching. It has witnessed a lot of history, and since the Ming Dynasty, it has been such a cherished monument.
There are existing front halls, back halls, and left and right side halls in the temple. The main hall is dedicated to Emperor Zhenwu, with hair draped and bare feet, sitting upright on top of the hall. Beside him are statues of golden children and jade maidens. In front of the hall, there is a three legged dragon claw purple copper incense burner. In the front hall, there are two guardian deities. On the left side, there is a majestic statue of the Blue Dragon, and on the right side, there is a brave statue of the White Tiger. Our play here was very enjoyable, and on the walls, we can also see some inheritance of etiquette and culture, telling children how to respect their teachers and values the right posture. I think it's completely possible for children to learn our ancient civilized etiquette here.
Not far from Zhenwu Temple is the hiking trail, with three hiking trails to enjoy the autumn scenery, all the way to Tianzhu Peak. You can take advantage of the good weather to appreciate the red leaves. The red leaves in the mountains are really beautiful, and there are also different colors alternating. No wonder we all say that autumn in Beijing is the most beautiful. At first glance, this statement is indeed true. We girls cannot miss the opportunity to take photos when we see such beautiful scenery. The charm of the scenery makes us unable to stop and immerse ourselves in the beautiful scenery.
When we returned to the small courtyard, the butler had already prepared delicious dishes. At noon, the mother's flavor of hand rolled noodles was served, and at night, the spring cake banquet was my favorite. It was very delicious. It is a little different from the spring cakes we make at home, not only with bean sprouts, but also with different ingredients, various flour sizes, and my favorite egg rolls. Clip them together and dip them in the unique fried sauce, wow. It's really delicious right now, I don't want to do anything.
The evening was also very quiet, I haven't enjoyed such a starry night for a long time. I remember when I was a child, my favorite thing was to cool down in the yard with my family after finishing my homework. At this moment, our friends were chatting and laughing incessantly. It's like going back to childhood.
In the morning, we had breakfast and prepared to head to the Silver Fox Cave scenic area. The Silver Fox Cave scenic area ticket given as a gift during the special offer for check-in also happens to be worth a visit together. The white silver fox is a wonder, of course we should go and see it. The staff are used to saying that this is a lower hole. We only understood its meaning after entering. It turns out that this is a cave all the way down, very mysterious. When we entered, everyone felt like it was a tomb raiding note, which was a pleasant surprise.
The Silver Fox Cave Scenic Area was one of the first batch of municipal level scenic spots by the Beijing Municipal People's Government on March 3, 2000. The scenic area is located at the foot of Baihua Mountain in the northwest mountainous area of Fangshan, by the bank of Dashi River. It is surrounded by undulating mountains and clear waters, covering an area of 1.8 square kilometers. It is the largest large-scale karst cave group in the north that combines water and drought, named after its bell shaped milk resembling a silver fox. The cave has multiple layers and branches, like an underground maze; The cave is 4500 meters deep and has a 1500 meter waterway, with clear water flow that does not freeze throughout the year. Boating on it, the boat moves without moving, like entering a fairyland.
According to its cave orientation and landscape distribution characteristics, it is divided into ten major scenic spots, totaling more than 100 scenic spots. The top ten scenic spots are: Hundred meter Grape Valley, Underground Dragon Palace, Galaxy Boating, Crystal Jade Bamboo, Brilliant Starlight, Revolutionary Scenic Area, Human Wonderland, Cat Head Silver Fox, Hundred meter Gallery, and Farewell Hall. Among them, the most famous landscape is the large hairy crystal, a cat headed silver fox about 1.8 meters long. It is crystal clear and covered with hairy velvet like needles, making it the first discovered karst cave in the world. It can be called a karst wonder and a national treasure of China, hence the name Silver Fox Cave.
There is a section of the road that requires taking a small boat, and the clear water flow can be seen at the bottom of the boat, which is very clear. There is no electric or gasoline powered system here, it is entirely manual. Because this water is also the drinking water of the village, it is maintained very well. According to the staff, two-thirds of the secrets of the Silver Fox Cave remain unexplored, and more remains to be discovered. Looking at so many mysterious and mysterious caves, I am truly amazed.
The time hidden in the clouds is so warm and memorable, with the tranquility of morning bells and evening drums, as well as the beauty of autumn. This is our favorite time. Flowers bloom like brocade, seeking peace, while light clouds and flowing water flow through this life. This is the life we hope for. Once upon a time, we wanted to escape from the big city and find a space that belonged to nature. Clouds were hidden here, opening up a different kind of courtyard time. Strolling through the fields, the sound of fallen leaves, the crisp chirping of birds, this is searching for comfort and slow time.