Originally Rehe, Chengde received its current name and its main claim to fame when Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty ordered the construction of the Imperial Summer Resort in 1703 AD. Despite experiencing economic downturns during the reign of Emperor Xianfeng and the Revolutoin of 1911, Chengde gradually developed into and remained a flourishing city. In 1993, the municipality of Chengde was established to include eight counties and three districts with a total population of 3.49 million.

Chengde sits at the foot of Yanshan Mountains and is located in the basin on the west bank of Wulie River. This beautiful locale has attracted visitors for centuries and is home to some of China's most important and impressive temples. Situated to the northeast of Beijing, the Chengde region borders Liaoning Province on the east and Inner Mongolia on the north, with Zhangjiakou City touching its western border.

Two Days Tour:RMB1600/2pax
Railway Station Transfer / Mountain Resort / Puning Temple / Putuozongsheng Temple(Mini Potala Palace) / 2 Chinese Meals /Private Car or Mini Van / English Speaking Guide Service 

Three Days Tour:RMB2370/2pax
Railway Station Transfer / Mountain Resort / Puning Temple / Putuozongsheng Temple (Mini Potala Palace) / Xumi Fushou Temple / Pule Temple / Wooden Club Mountain including Cableway / 3 Chinese Meals.

Mountain Resort

The Imperial Summer Resort was the largest imperial garden in the Qing Dynasty. It covers over 5 million square meters, twice as big as the Summer Palace in Beijing. Built in the Qing Dynasty by emperors Kangxi and Qianlong, it took 89 years to complete. The goal was to collect all the beauty in the world and recreate them in one place. In addition to the imperial gardens, the Mountain Resort is a summer destination, popular for its wonderful scenery and pleasant climate. The area boasts a range of grand palaces, delicate temples and exquisite pavilions amid tranquil waters and impressive mountain terrain. In addition to sightseeing, visitors can choose from a range of activities, including walking, hiking, climbing, riding and boating inside the garden.

Puning Temple

Puning Temple, also known as the Temple of Universal Peace, was designed in the Tibetan style. It was built in 1755 to proclaim Emperor Qianlong's victory over the Mongolian tribes. The event is commemorated at the site in four languages: Tibetan, Mongolian, Chinese and Manchu. The main feature is an impressive wooden Buddha, 22-meters tall, with 42 arms and an eye on each palm. Inside the temple, there are a number of buildings, including Bell and Drum Towers, Pavilions and Heaven King Palace.

Putuozongsheng Temple

Putuozongsheng Temple is the largest of the Chengde temples, designed after Lhasa's famed Potala Palace. It was built between 1767 and 1771 with some 60 structures on the temple grounds. The design of the site contrasts the playful colors of its architecture with the area's natural beauty, with the whole complex facing the mountains and lake. Its main structure is covered with copper tiles in the form of fish scales. This sits atop a three-tiered foundation of dazzling decoration. The ornate carvings, gilding and swirls of color enhances the solemn atmosphere of the temple.

The Wooden Club Mountain

Located on the east bank of the Wulie River, it is one of Chengde's famous mountains. The mountain has a great peak named the "wooden club" as it looks like the club which the local women used to knit clothes when they are doing washings, therefore the hill is now called the Wooden Club Mountain.
According to the research, the wooden club mountain form had a history of over 3 million years. The mountain peak is approximately 59.42 meters high, and the height for the wooden club is 38.29 meters. Under the effect of drastic weather changes and rock avalanches, the lithological characteristic of the "wooden club" is highly inconsistent, with thicker stones on top of the thin. The peak is slim and graceful and has a beautiful look from every side. The wooden club peak glows at sunset and is visible from the summer resort in the mountain village. It has now become one of the symbols of Chengde city.

Xumi FushouTemple

Xumi Fushou Temple was built in 1780 during the reign of Emperor Qianlong as an acknowledgement to Tibet's sixth Panchen Lama. This was also the year of Qianlong's seventieth birthday, so the temple incorporates elements from both Tibetan and Han architectures. Xumi Fushou means "blessing and longevity," and is decorated accordingly, with eight gilded copper dragons adorning the roof ridges. Behind that sits a statuesque pagoda with seven tiers of yellow glazed tile roof. The vivid splash of color amid the luxuriant landscape was meant to celebrate the year-long journey of the Lama from Tibet to Rehe (The ancient name of Chengde).