Luanhe River Scenic Area

Luanhe River Scenic Area is located in the Bashang Shandianhe National Wetland Park in Guyuan County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, 20 kilometers away from the county seat, with a total area of 34.3 hectares. The Luanhe River, formerly known as 'Ruyuan,' originates from the 'Wunv River' and flows northward in the shape of lightning, hence the name 'Shandian River.' The river water, like the magical brush of Ma Liang, paints 'Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns,' endowing the 800-li Jinlianchuan with charm and nourishing the more than 4,000 hectares of Shandian River Wetland. In 2008, it was rated as the 'Most Beautiful Wetland in Yanzhao.' In 2009, it was rated as a 'National Water Conservancy Scenic Area.' In 2011, it was selected as the 'Best Wetland for Tourism with Chinese Characteristics.' In 2012, it was rated as the 'Most Influential Tourism Brand in Zhangjiakou.' Ticket price: 58 yuan per adult Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 (ticket sales stop at 17:00) Transportation information: Self-driving is recommended Guyuan cuisine: Various oat noodle dishes and Xianshangxian (a combination of high-backed carp from Swan Lake and Bashang mushrooms) are must-try local specialties in Guyuan.