3 days in Chengde Itinerary

Dominated by an extraordinary, UNESCO-protected red and white palace complex sprawling up the mountainside, Chengde remains a summer resort fit for royalty.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Panjiakou Reservoir and Eight Outer Temples. Change things up with a short trip to Maojing Dam Forest Park in Longhua County (about 1h 10 min away). There's still lots to do: get outside with Eight Outer Temples in The Bishu Villa, explore the ancient world of Xumi Fushou Temple, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Potala Palace (Putuo Zongcheng Temple), and explore the historical opulence of Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort.

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Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.