2022. There is always a trip for Tongzhou Global

  • Number of days: 2 days
  • Time: November
  • Average cost: 1500 yuan
  • With whom:parents and children

        After the epidemic, everything is in ruins. Millions of families who have been isolated can finally go out of their homes and see the outside world. In order to respond to the country's call and do a good job in epidemic prevention and self-protection, a wave of domestic tours will be set off in China. If we say that the most watched and anticipated attraction in the country and even the world recently is the Universal Studios in Tongzhou, Beijing, the world's largest Universal Studios, it cost a huge amount of money and took ten years to complete this huge fantasy amusement park, which is regarded as the world's largest. Then the destination of this trip is very clear-Universal Studios Beijing.

        Speaking of Tongzhou, a ten-mile-long street, with buildings unwilling to be mediocre stacked up one after another, compared with the Tianjin Canal, Tongzhou's Grand Canal is nothing more than the lack of the Eye of Tianjin and the crowds. If the Eye of Tianjin is likened to royal relatives, then the Tongzhou Grand Canal should be the pearl in the ocean, lying there quietly for hundreds of years, waiting for people to discover its existence. The width of the river shows the wisdom of the ancients. This river has completed countless emperors' travels and later trade operations. Plum Park, Liyuan Theme Park, and Grand Canal Forest Park—these are countless, each a scene of unprecedented tranquility and elegance. In the summer, enjoy a boat ride on the lake, its vastness rivals even that of Beihai Park. Dongjiao Wetland Park lies at the junction of Tongzhou, Shunyi, and Chaoyang districts, bordering Tongzhou New Town to the south and the Capital Airport, the Airport Industrial Base, and Shunyi's Modern Manufacturing Base to the north. Its planned area spans 89,000 mu, a truly breathtaking expanse. Tongzhou's delicious food is truly satisfying, unlike the grand dining within the Fifth Ring Road. Who says old Beijing delicacies are only found in the hutongs? Tongzhou's delicacies are also hidden in its narrow alleys. Dashunzhai's sugar-coated steamed buns are its most prized, Xiaolou's roasted catfish is second, and Wantong's fermented tofu is third. Sugar-coated fire-baked bread originated 380 years ago. Its founder, a southerner nicknamed Dashun, arrived in Tongzhou by boat in middle age. Leveraging his expertise in southern pastries, he opened a shop making fire-baked bread and fried pancakes, which he later mastered and founded Dashunzhai. Xiaolou's second best dish is braised catfish, a non-vegetarian dish. Xiaolou's dishes maintain their excellent flavor, and self-proclaimed Tongzhou Hui women often proudly recommend Xiaolou's catfish, Kung Pao shrimp, and meat-baked cakes. Wantong's third best dish is fermented tofu and pickles. Pickles are a perennial staple among northern specialties, even Baoding's iron ball noodles and spring rolls, both of which are considered pickles. Wantong fermented tofu originated 100 years ago. Back then, Wantong sourced fermented tofu dough from Shaoxing, Zhejiang, and had it shipped to Tongzhou along the Grand Canal. The long journey allowed the fermented tofu to fully absorb the seasonings and ferment, resulting in a delicate, fragrant, and vibrant red product. Do you know what the "New Four Treasures of Tongzhou" are? From Xihaizi Xiyuan Shaobing with meat, to Neighbor brand farmhouse dishes, to the winter-exclusive Crunch Box, to the culinary arts of Songzhuang Xiaobao Village, I always leave room for the restaurants nearby. And I'm still exploring my own gourmet restaurants and sharing them with everyone.

Universal Beijing Resort, located in Beijing's Tongzhou District, adjacent to the East Sixth Ring Road and the Beijing-Harbin Expressway, is the third Universal Studios theme park in Asia and the fifth globally. Universal Beijing Resort features seven themed areas, 37 rides and landmark attractions, 24 performances, and a theme park with Chinese elements, incorporating Chinese culture and intellectual properties like the Monkey King. Universal Studios offers seven main content categories. While we're all familiar with Harry Potter and the Minions, Kung Fu Panda is a new addition to Universal Studios Beijing and the only one with Chinese elements in Beijing. Beijing's Decepticon roller coaster is quite unique. While this attraction has been available at Universal Studios in other countries, Beijing's is the first to use electromagnetic catapults, a new technology. A very professional analysis! Come and check it out at Universal Studios Beijing Tongzhou!

   If you eat well, you must also live well in Tongzhou. The editor strongly recommends a hotel with super cost performance and super good service to everyone. The name sounds very Beijing-like, "Yingxiangcheng Hotel". I really have a very, very "impressive" impression of this hotel. This is a new star chain store. I have stayed in their store in Wangfujing and it is very good. When you come to Tongzhou, the first choice is naturally Yingxiangcheng. You can search on China-TravelNote and see their super high praise to know that what I said is true. The location is very good, right next to Luhe Hospital, close to Tongzhou Wanda, and very close to the Grand Canal. It is a perfect place to eat, shop and rest here. The surrounding public transportation is convenient and it is also convenient to take a taxi. The room decor is minimalist, and the mattress is incredibly comfortable, rivaling even Hampton by Hilton. I think the service is even better than Atour, and the attentive touches really warmed my heart. I'm not a fan of traditional service, but this hotel's approachable and engaging service deserves a perfect score. The small fish pond in the lobby is even more delightful. If you're looking for quality accommodations on a budget, this is a must-stay. It's also incredibly close to Universal Studios, offering free parking for those driving. Let me tell you again: the hotel is called "Ying Xiang Cheng Tongzhou Wanda Branch" and is located at 77 Xinhua South Road, Beiyuan, Tongzhou. Come and experience it!

    Life is about taking risks. We have dreams and hope for life. Our hearts are far away even though our bodies are still moving. One of our bodies and dreams must be on the road. I have already taken action, and the next one is you. Don't miss the culture and beautiful scenery of Tongzhou, even if you have crossed the mountains and the sea. It is worth your stay here. It will bring you more beauty than you can imagine~

     


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