Mentougou Vernacular Dwellings Day Trip
Overview
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Tour Description
This is an easy and relaxing walk around the three ancient village - Shuangshitou village, Cuandixia Village and Yanhecheng Village.
Shuangshitou Village: Shuangshitou Village ( or Double Stone Village ) is located in the valley sandwiched by the east hillside and the west hillside, 5km north of Zhaitang Town in Mentougou District Beijing. Overlooking from the hillsides, the over 500-year old ancient village looks like a phoenix extending its wings. Stone culture is found everywhere in the village – stone mills, stone mortars, stone walls and stone houses built on the stones.
Cuandixia Village: Candixia Village is located between Shuangshitou Village and Baiyu Village under the jurisdiction of Zhaitang Town in Mentougou Beijing. Lying about 90km west of Beijing, Cuandinxia Village is an ancient village of over 400 years built in Ming and Qing Dynsties with an area of 5.3 square km. There are about 74 coutyards with 689 rooms, most of which were built in late Qing Dynasties. Many of the local villagers, especially the young people have left the village for the development in the big cities. But there are still approxi. 29 households with 93 people living in the village.
Yanhecheng Village: Yanhecheng” literally means “a riverside city”. It used to be a fortress built in 1578 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), as part of the Great Wall in Ming Dynasty, a stronghold between Beijing and the northern frontier. The fortress was built by the Yongding River, hence the name of Yanhecheng. The fortress and the river are nestled in the valley sandwiched by Huangchao Ridge and Qingshuijian Mountain. The old fortress, the ancient village, the river and the Ming Great Wall constitute a poetic picture of primitive simplicity.
Walking Tips:
1. Make sure you know what the local weather conditions
2. Good shoes are an essential when hiking
3. Taking plenty of water so you don't get dehydrated is an essential.
4. Wear a head and arm coverings in sunny or high altitude areas, and use sunblock
5. The first rule with interacting with the environment is: Leave it as you found it
6. Respect the local custom in the villages around Beijing
7. Make sure you have appropriate rain gear
8. Leave a change of clothes in your car.
9. Carry a spare handkerchief to dip in cool streams and spread over your neck, forehead, etc.
Shuangshitou Village: Shuangshitou Village ( or Double Stone Village ) is located in the valley sandwiched by the east hillside and the west hillside, 5km north of Zhaitang Town in Mentougou District Beijing. Overlooking from the hillsides, the over 500-year old ancient village looks like a phoenix extending its wings. Stone culture is found everywhere in the village – stone mills, stone mortars, stone walls and stone houses built on the stones.
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Cuandixia Village: Candixia Village is located between Shuangshitou Village and Baiyu Village under the jurisdiction of Zhaitang Town in Mentougou Beijing. Lying about 90km west of Beijing, Cuandinxia Village is an ancient village of over 400 years built in Ming and Qing Dynsties with an area of 5.3 square km. There are about 74 coutyards with 689 rooms, most of which were built in late Qing Dynasties. Many of the local villagers, especially the young people have left the village for the development in the big cities. But there are still approxi. 29 households with 93 people living in the village.
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Yanhecheng Village: Yanhecheng” literally means “a riverside city”. It used to be a fortress built in 1578 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), as part of the Great Wall in Ming Dynasty, a stronghold between Beijing and the northern frontier. The fortress was built by the Yongding River, hence the name of Yanhecheng. The fortress and the river are nestled in the valley sandwiched by Huangchao Ridge and Qingshuijian Mountain. The old fortress, the ancient village, the river and the Ming Great Wall constitute a poetic picture of primitive simplicity.
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Walking Tips:
1. Make sure you know what the local weather conditions
2. Good shoes are an essential when hiking
3. Taking plenty of water so you don't get dehydrated is an essential.
4. Wear a head and arm coverings in sunny or high altitude areas, and use sunblock
5. The first rule with interacting with the environment is: Leave it as you found it
6. Respect the local custom in the villages around Beijing
7. Make sure you have appropriate rain gear
8. Leave a change of clothes in your car.
9. Carry a spare handkerchief to dip in cool streams and spread over your neck, forehead, etc.
Price List for this tour (Price per person in US dollars)
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
| 1 person | $249 |
| 2 persons | $149 |
| 3 persons | $125 |
| 4 - 5 persons | $99 |
| 6 - 9 Persons | $85 |
| 10 persons and above | $69 |
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| Price inclusion: 1.All transfers and city transportation for your own use 2.Lunch 3.Entrance fees as listed 4.Private car or van with English speaking guide 5.The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
Price exclusion: 1.Gratuities to drivers and guides. 2.Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
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| ● | When your booking is confirmed, you will get a confirmation email or call from us, which includes the confirmed detailed itinerary with prices. |
| ● | The cancellation fee: to be confirmed by trip advisor, based on different itineraries and different policies. |
| ● | The schedule can be adjusted by your tour guide due to the actual traffic condition. |
| ● | You are strongly recommended to book this tour at least 35 days in advance to secure the land arrangement involved and avoid the risk of being canceled. |
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