Average temperature 20°C: Perfect summer retreats for July-September

Hey friends! Melting in the July-September heat? 🥵 Check out these 4 natural "giant refrigerators" - summer paradises with average temps of just 20°C where you can play to your heart's content and feast like royalty! 😋 1. Chengde Mountain Resort · Imperial Summer Escape 📍Recommended itinerary: 2D1N 🌟Top experiences: 1. Mountain Resort (4-6 hours) - Palace Area: Admire golden nanmu architecture at Danbo Jingcheng Hall - Lake District: Boat ride to Misty Rain Tower (filming location of My Fair Princess) - Mountain Area: Take shuttle bus for panoramic views of Eight Outer Temples 2. Eight Outer Temples (half-day) - Must-see Puning Temple (world's tallest wooden Buddha) - Photograph Tibetan-style red walls at Putuo Zongcheng Temple 3. Night market at Erxianju for local snacks like wan tuo and lamb soup with baked bread 🍜Food recs: - Lao San Lamb Soup (locals' favorite) - Da Qing Hua Dumplings (royal-style decor) 🚗Transport tips: - 1hr high-speed train from Beijing to Chengde South Station - Recommended combo ticket for lake cruise + mountain shuttle 2. Changbai Mountain · Northeast's Sacred Peak 📍Recommended itinerary: 3D2N (North Slope + West Slope) 🗺️Classic route: Day1: North Slope - Heavenly Lake (Route A for best views) → Waterfall & Hot Springs (try boiled eggs) → Green Deep Pool → Underground Forest Day2: West Slope + Wanda Resort - Climb 1,442 steps to Heavenly Lake → Alpine Garden (July blooms) - Afternoon forest cycling/water park Day3: Erdaobaihe Town - Summer rafting at Mojie → Beauty Pine Sculpture Park ♨️Unique stays: - Crowne Plaza (only hotel with real hot spring access) - Wanda Jin Hua Resort (includes water park tickets) ⚠️Tips: - Heavenly Lake has fog 200+ days/year - arrive before 8am - Only official off-road vehicles allowed in scenic area (¥80/person) 3. Beidaihe · Bohai Bay Summer Retreat 📍Recommended itinerary: 2-3 days 📸Instagram spots: 1. Dove Nest Park (sunrise over sea at 5:00) 2. Aranya (reservation required) - Lonely Library (opens 9:30) - Aranya Chapel (white architecture + sunrise) 3. Spiral Bar Park (cheaper before 16:00, beach parties at night) 🦞Seafood guide: - Buy fresh seafood at Shitanglu Market → steam at Meet Sea Restaurant - Avoid pre-mixed seafood platters 🏨Stay recommendations: - Families: Blue Coast (near Cat Empty Bookstore) - Couples: Aranya B&Bs (book 1 month ahead) 4. Moganshan · Jiangzhehu's Backyard 📍Recommended itinerary: 2D1N (boutique B&B version) 🎋Must-dos: - Morning hike through Jiang Gongdao bamboo trail - Cloud sea photos at Dakan Scenic Area's cliff walkway - Afternoon tea at Qingzhi Forest Café - Evening pigeon feeding at Yucun Square's artsy shops 🛏️B&B picks: - Luxury: Naked Castle (cliffside pool) - Budget: Zhimagu Art Hotel 🚄Transport: - Hangzhou East → Deqing Station (13min HSR) → 40min taxi - Self-drive note: Shuttle required during peak season 🔥Ultimate route combos: Option1: Royal Coastline (5-6 days) Beijing → Chengde (2D) → Beidaihe (3D) Option2: Fairyland Route (7D) Changbai Mountain (3D) → Dalian (transit) → Beidaihe (3D) Option3: Jiangnan Escape (4D) Moganshan (2D) → Anji Cloud Prairie (1D) → Qiandao Lake (1D) 💡Pro tips: 1. Chengde Resort has stunning light shows July-August 2. Changbai South Slope (opens June) is less crowded but needs advance transport 3. Beidaihe weekend prices triple July-August - visit weekdays 4. Confirm if Moganshan B&Bs include scenic area tickets