A fairytale-like place—Shenxiangu Colorful Forest

The Shenxiangu Colorful Forest Scenic Area is located in Datan Town, Fengning Manchu Autonomous County, Chengde City. With its dense forests, vast grasslands, clear lakes, and various adorable little animals, it's like a colorful painting gifted by nature. Recommended Attractions 1. Aerial Glass Trail: Suspended over the forest at a height of more than 10m, walking on it offers a panoramic view of the beautiful forest scenery below, making it a great place for taking photos. 2. Sky Mirror Lake: The lake water is as clear as a mirror, reflecting the surrounding scenery in a stunning way. You can enjoy afternoon tea, pick tea leaves, or go fishing by the lake, enjoying a leisurely time. 3. Jungle Tribe: There is a rainbow grass-sliding activity where you can slide down the hillside, feeling the wind rushing past your ears, which is very exciting. You can also pass through wooden houses and experience archery in the jungle, which is full of fun. 4. Forest Pasture: You can feed alpacas, elk, ostriches, and other animals up close, have afternoon tea with alpacas, and also ride camels and take photos in Mongolian and Tibetan costumes for a rich and colorful experience. 5. Birch Forest: Stroll through it, breathing in the fresh air, with sunlight filtering through the leaves, creating dappled light and shadows, as if you are in a romantic fairytale world. 6. Cloud Pavilion: Located on the mountain, it is an excellent place to watch the sunset and evening glow. Standing on the Cloud Pavilion, you can have a panoramic view of the entire scenic area, with the evening glow dyeing the sky orange-red, which is intoxicating. Food Experience 1. Roasted Lamb Leg: A local specialty, the outer skin is roasted until golden and crispy, while the inside is tender and juicy, with a rich aroma. 2. Pot Tea: It has a rich and mellow taste, paired with various exclusive tea snacks. Pour the tea on the snacks and eat them while they are hot, which is very comforting. 3. Grassland Dumplings: There are various fillings to choose from, with thin skins and large fillings, and a delicious taste. 4. Camel Meat Pie: The meat is tender, and the crust is crispy, with a unique flavor. Recommended Restaurants: Colorful Food Square and Lakeside Restaurant in the scenic area, and Nomadic Tribe outside the scenic area. Accommodation Recommendations 1. Fengning Colorful Forest International Resort Hotel: A high-end hotel with a beautiful environment and complete facilities, where you can enjoy pleasant mountain scenery. There are also horse-drawn carriage rides, light shows, and other activities. 2. Squirrel Inn: A parent-child themed hotel, with squirrel dolls everywhere, which is very popular among children. It has a variety of parent-child rooms that are warm and comfortable. 3. 16 Degrees Hotel: An economy hotel with high cost performance and a simple style, suitable for business travelers and tourists with limited budgets. Travel Tips 1. Best time to travel: June–September, when the grassland is green, the forest is lush, the climate is cool, and the scenery is picturesque. 2. Transportation: - External Transportation: You can first go to Chengde, and then take a bus from Chengde to the scenic area; or directly navigate and drive there yourself. It is about a 3-hour drive from Beijing. - Internal Transportation: There is a sightseeing train in the scenic area, which can save energy and better enjoy the scenery along the way. 3. Other matters: - There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so you need to prepare a long-sleeved jacket even in summer. - Wear comfortable shoes for easy walking when playing. - Prepare sunscreen and mosquito repellent. Shenxiangu Colorful Forest is like a dreamy fairytale world. Whether it's a family trip, a couple's date, or a gathering of friends, you can have an unforgettable and wonderful time here.