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In the golden autumn of October, the sky is high and the clouds are clear, and the time to enjoy the best red leaves in Beijing is getting closer and closer. The eagle has been looking forward to it all year, but he can't wait to appreciate how beautiful the red leaves in 2019 are.

I just happened to hear that Gubei Water Town in Gubeikou was rated as "Beijing's Best Destination for Watching Red Leaves", and it was just approaching the weekend. Eagle also made an appointment with his friends early and planned to go to Gubei Water Town together. Take a vacation and admire the red leaves in the town and plan to spend a comfortable and pleasant weekend.

Next, please follow the eagle into Gubei Water Town for a three-day and two-night red leaf tour and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Gubei Water Town.

Gubei Water Town, a starry sky town under the Great Wall

It takes about an hour and a half to drive from downtown Beijing to Gubei Water Town. Only by passing through a large street with the characteristics of the Republic of China can you truly reach the entrance of Water Town. Only when you complete the ticket procedures in the lobby and go to the counter to arrange for the scenic spot to check your luggage to the booked hotel can you complete everything.

Immediately afterwards, Eagle and his friends couldn't wait to visit. They passed through the stone arch bridge and walked through a long stone road to the Nantian Gate.

The streets in Nantianmen are lined with neat rows of markets, and the streets are filled with shops or restaurants with different themes. The tourists are crowded with picturesque scenery, forming a very harmonious and beautiful autumn travel picture of the water town. Water Town adopts the layout of left square and right city. On the right is the city, and on the left are naturally various workshops, such as Sima Xiao Shojiu Factory, Yongshun Dyeing Factory, etc.

When I arrived at Sima Xiaojiu Factory, I smelled the strong aroma of wine before I even crossed the threshold. Crossing the threshold and entering the display area of the winery, you will see a dazzling array of wine jars and bottles of varying sizes, giving people a special aesthetic feeling. It is rumored that Sima Xiaoshao is a unique local wine-making process in Simatai. It has a rich aroma and excellent taste.

After leaving the winery, the fluttering cloth strips reminded us that the next attraction must be Yongshun Dyeing Factory. Here, you can fully experience the long history of printing and dyeing and China's most traditional handmade printing and dyeing skills. Of course, for girls, you can also take some beautiful photos here.

The red leaves in Gubei Water Town are different from those in other places. The red leaves here are very thick. At first glance, they are as red as fire and as red as blood. The fiery red leaves seem to drive away the heat of summer and ignite the passion of autumn, giving people endless reverie and amazement. Inadvertently, a breeze blew by, bringing up a red leaf. The red red leaves swayed in the wind and finally fell to the ground, scattered into mud and ground into dust, only the red color remained.

At this time, the eagle suddenly thought that in fact, the clusters of fiery red leaves were all transformed from green leaves. Only after a long period of wind and rain can the tender green become the current red., win people's love. The fiery red color is the brilliance of the red leaves at the end of their lives. It is so beautiful and unknown.

Here, Eagle quietly told friends who wanted to appreciate the red leaves, suggesting that they take a walk in the alleys in Water Town more often. Because the most beautiful places in Water Town are hidden in these small alleys. Those narrow alleys, against the red leaves, actually reveal more autumn flavor.

In the afternoon, you are always lazy, so you might as well rent a bicycle near Shuizhen Reservoir and ride on the exclusive scenic route. You can also enjoy the soft mountain breeze by the lake and feel the charm of cycling.

The thing that attracts the most attention of tourists in water town is the rowing boats that glide across the river from time to time. Indeed, once you visit Shuizhen without experiencing a rowing boat, you always seem to feel like something is missing. Just like this, I got on the rowing boat and admired the scenery on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, such as the large northern buildings and the red leaves that seemed to be a little dazzling. While chatting with a master with a Beijing accent, I'm afraid there's no more comfortable life than this.

Simatai Great Wall, the dragon rises

Friends living in Beijing all know that the area of Gubeikou has been known for its majestic dangers since ancient times and has a superior military geographical location. The "Miyun County Annals" describes Gubeikou as "the capital controls the border fortress in the north, and Shuntian belongs to Songting, Gubeikou and Juyong Three Pass are the main points, while Gubei is Youchong." Therefore, through the ages, Gubeikou has attracted the admiration of countless emperors, generals, literati and scholars, such as Kangxi, Qianlong, Liu Chang, Nalan Xingde, etc. I always feel that among the entire Great Wall, the Simatai Great Wall is the most special section, because this is the only section of the ancient Great Wall that retains the original appearance of the Ming Great Wall.

According to historical records, the Simatai Great Wall was built in the early years of Hongwu of the Ming Dynasty and was reinforced by Qi Jiguang, the commander of Ji Town, and Tan Lun, the governor. Its steep mountains, steep terrain, and numerous projects can all be called the Great Wall. Luo Zhewen, a famous ancient architect in my country, once commented on the Simatai Great Wall,"The Great Wall of China is the largest in the world, and the Simatai Great Wall can be called the largest Great Wall of China."

In 2012, it was rated by the British Times as "Top of the 25 Scenery Not to Be Missed in the World." When you climb this long Great Wall and look at the Great Wall that stretches amidst the mountains and mountains, it seems like a long dragon, isolating the two worlds inside and outside the Pass. It is said that the Simatai Great Wall is at its most beautiful at night.

When the lights are bright, holding your lover's hand and walking through the long Great Wall, the feeling may not be praised by outsiders. The most unforgettable thing was that we practiced yoga on the Simatai Great Wall the next morning. The person who taught us yoga was a high-caste Indian teacher. He taught very seriously, and we also studied very seriously. For a beautiful weekend, it is indeed a pleasant and comfortable start.

After the yoga is over, say goodbye to the handsome Indian teacher, you might as well sit on the ground and have a unique picnic on the Great Wall. Delicious juice, sweet and delicious fruits, nutritious eggs and cakes, and happy friends seem to constitute a very unforgettable memory for us.

pre-departure preparation

When traveling, the most important task and top priority is to do strategies. Next, Eagle will introduce Eagle's methods and methods to everyone. Items carried in this event:

1. Documents: ① ID card. This is the first and most important one. You must have this whether you are staying in a hotel or taking transportation.② Bank cards. In fact, today, when online payments are very convenient, it is okay to not take a bank card, but it is recommended to hold it in case of any danger.

2. Photography equipment: Camera: Canon 6D2 Lens: 17- 40F4.0 (wide-angle), 50F1.8 (fixed focus) 70- 200F2.8 (telephoto) Mobile phone: Apple 6 (Although the mobile phone quality is not good, it is easy to sweep the streets) Accessories: shutter cable, tripod, dimmer mirror, spare battery, camera bag

3. Personal products: ① If you don't pay attention to clothing, Eagle thinks that clothing should be light and light. If you are particular, it is recommended to prepare appropriate clothing.② Toiletries: In addition to toothbrushes, toothpaste, towels, and skin care products, if you are not used to the hotel's toiletries, you can also take the usual toiletries.③ Umbrella: I don't know if you have encountered this situation. As long as the eagle goes out without an umbrella, it will definitely rain. Therefore, it is recommended to bring an umbrella. The umbrella is light and very practical.

4. Selectively carried supplies: ① Notebook computers, Eagle As a professional traveler, notebooks are a must-have. Whether it is editing pictures or writing manuscripts, it needs to be used. For ordinary tourists, Eagle suggests that they can choose not to carry them.② If you take a taxi all the way out of the house, the cost will be very high. It is recommended to prepare some change for use when taking the bus.

about traffic

Self-driving route from Beijing: After getting off at Simatai Exit No. 24 of Beijing-Chengde Expressway, turn left on the right ramp for about 2 minutes.

Train route from Beijing: Take Metro Line 13 to Huoying Station, walk about 323 meters to Huangtudian Station of the "Huaimi Line", then take the "Huaimi Line" train (heading for Huairou North), get off at Gubeikou Station, and take the Gubeishui Town special line from Gubeikou Station to Gubeishui Town.

Bus route from Beijing: Take Metro Line 2 to Dongzhimen, and change at Dongzhimen Outer Bus Station (at the junction of Dongzhimen Outer Xie Street and Xiangheyuan South Street, 942 and 855 buses) to the Beijing-Gubei Water Town special line. The direct bus reaches Gubei Water Town, and is expected to reach Gubei Water Town in 120 minutes.

Bus route from Beijing: Take No. 980 from Dongzhimen, get off at Miyun West Bridge Station, change to No. 51 bus, get off at Simatai Village Station, and walk to Gubeishui Town.

about accommodations

① Huotang Hotel's "Wild Luxury" is my first impression of Huotang. The unique architectural pattern, Tibetan design style, bright floor-to-ceiling windows and a brass bathtub adjacent to the window made me like it the moment I entered the door... The comfortable queen bed, tap water that can be drunk directly, and the complimentary fresh fruit all moved and admired the delicacy and thoughtfulness of the hotel's service.

On a cool autumn night, I might as well go to the tulou area of the hotel to participate in a singing and dancing bonfire party. The flashing fire and happy smiling faces constitute the eternal memory in my mind.

② Niancheng Hotel

Hundreds of meters below the Huotang is Niancheng Hotel. In my eyes, Niancheng may seem more traditional and elegant compared to the wild luxury that Huotang specializes in. The comfortable and atmospheric room furnishings give people a beautiful feeling, and the years will be quiet and peaceful.

③ Hangu tent

The camp is scorching sun, and cicadas are chirping. Between Buildings 6-8 of Hangu Villa Hotel in Gubeikou Water Town, there is a flat open space. A total of 10 tents stand here. This is the location of Hangu Tent Camp. Each tent can be said to be luxurious. In addition to the necessary mattresses, night tables, bedding, slippers, toiletries and other facilities, it is also carefully equipped with toilet water and insect repellent liquid. I will definitely come next summer. A trip to the starry sky camp.

about gourmet

Lunch (Roast Meat House) Roast meat, a traditional food passed down in Gubeikou since ancient times, and the local cuisine of this Roast Meat House is Roast Meat. The fat and lean pork belly is cooked in a secret method until crispy but not greasy. It is served with cucumber strips and special sauces. It has a hamburger feeling. The meat is rich, fat but not greasy, and it is beautiful.

Dinner (Wangjinglou Boutique Hotel)

Wangjinglou Boutique Hotel is not just as simple as a hotel. Its open-air balcony adjacent to the reservoir and sumptuous delicious food have left a deep impression on me. While tasting the delicious food with full color, aroma, and looking at the starry night sky and the bustling Simatai Great Wall in the distance, there are only two words to describe it-perfect.

about tickets

① Price of the Great Wall Joint Ticket in Gubei Water Town: 170 yuan Opening Hours: Ticket sales hours in Water Town: Summer (May to October) 9:00-22:00; Winter (November to April of the following year) 9:00-21:00; Great Wall Day Tour: 8:00-14:30 Fees include: tickets for tours in the Gubei Water Town Scenic Area and Simatai Great Wall Day Tour.

② Night tour activity (including Gubei Water Town, Simatai Great Wall and two-way cableway) Price: 280 yuan Opening hours: Water Town Ticket Booking time: Summer (May to October) 9:00 - 22:00 Night tour Great Wall Deadline Check-in time: Non-weekend:21:40 Weekend:22:10 Fee includes: Purchase of this activity package includes Water Town + night tour of Simatai Great Wall + two-way cableway (valid once on the same day). Tip: Buy this ticket and start the night tour of the Great Wall after 17:30.

At the end of the story, there is always a self-introduction

@ Allah Eagle is a professional traveler born in the 1990s and independent tourism writer

Profits: travel writing, hotel sleep test, itinerary planning, travel experience and food tasting

If I were to give myself a definition, I would be regarded as a post-90s born in the past few years who had been troubled by life. I was born in the history department. After graduating from college, I worked as a college student village official at the rural grassroots level for several years.

But in the end, he chose to resign and travel because of poetry and the call from afar. Every story has a beginning, and there must be an end, but I think there will still be a chance to meet again. See you in the next travel story ~