The city of Chengde is approximately 143 miles from Beijing. In addition to being one of the first ancient cities to be recorded by the government, it is also one of the ten esteemed national-class scenic spots.

There are many places of interest in and around Chengde, such as the magnificent Mountain Resort and the Eight Outer Monasteries. Chengde has convenient transportation, and easily accessible by either train or long-distance bus. Tourist trains and regular buses shuttle between Chengde and Beijing on a daily basis.

The Mountain Resort and the Eight Outer Temples was listed as a world cultural heritage site by UNESCO in 1994.

Location: E115°54′～119°15′  N40°11′～42°40′

Population: 3.6 m

Area: 39548 Sqk

Average altitude: 750m (2460.6 ft)

IDD: 86 – 0314

Average temperature: 8.8℃ (47.8℉)

Average annual rainfall: 684mm