Exploring the Majestic Beauty and Vitality of Saihanba, North China's Green Lung

**🌿【Saihanba 2-Day 1-Night Guide｜A Fairy Tale of Four Seasons in the Royal Hunting Ground】🏞️** ✨ **Day 1: Forest and Grassland Adventure** 📍 **Qixing Lake**: Visit the "Big Dipper" wetland, stroll along wooden boardwalks, see birch forests reflected in the lake, perfect for aerial photography (entrance fee: 50 yuan). 📍 **Saihan Tower**: Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the vast forest sea, experience what Emperor Kangxi praised as "truly a fairyland" (included in combined ticket). 📍 **Taifeng Lake**: Boat on the S-shaped lake, capture stunning reflections of mountains and water, enjoy a relaxing lakeside picnic. ✨ **Day 2: Historical + Exciting Experiences** 📍 **Kangxi Command Platform**: Climb the solitary rock to imagine the grand military reviews of the Qing army, surrounded by larch forests like green military formations. 📍 **Wulanbutong Grassland**: Horseback riding, archery, grassland rafting (summer only), or skiing 🎿 (November-March). 📍 **Hongsongwa Nature Reserve**: Explore habitats of rare birds, with chances to spot red deer and roe deer. 🍜 **Must-Try Food**: • Whole roasted lamb | Air-dried beef | Mongolian milk tea • Hidden gem: Mechanical Forest Farm night market's freshly grilled crucian carp (wild from Qixing Lake) 🚗 **Transportation Tips**: • High-speed train from Beijing to Chengde → Rent a car (about 3.5h drive) • Combined ticket: 150 yuan/3 days, includes Yudaokou + Hongsongwa 💡 **Unique Experiences**: • Autumn's colorful forests (September-October is the golden period for photography) • Winter is free admission! Trek through snowy forests, more pristine than Xuexiang