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Preface
Are you also worried about the heat in the hot summer? Imagine a city that's cool even in the middle of summer, doesn't need to turn on the air conditioner, and has to cover yourself with a quilt at night.
Sounds like a fantasy? Does such a "summer paradise" really exist? Uncover the mysteries of 7 of the coolest cities in China.
The city of coolness
When you think of summer vacation, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Seaside? In the mountains? In fact, one of the coolest cities in China is Xining in the northwest.
This city, known as the "summer capital of China", has an average temperature of only more than 20 degrees in summer, so you don't have to worry about sweating profusely when you walk outdoors during the day, and you have to cover yourself with quilts and air conditioning when you sleep at night? That thing is an ornament in Xining.
Xining is located in the northeast of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with an altitude of more than 2,200 meters.
However, Xining is not alone, Datong in Shanxi is also a "natural air-conditioned room", as one of the nine ancient capitals, Datong not only has a deep historical heritage, but also has enviable cool weather.
The highest temperature in summer is only 26 degrees, which is a rare thing at the moment, no wonder Datong was rated as the best place for summer tourism in 2023, such a comfortable weather, who doesn't want to enjoy it.
The city is one of the nine ancient capitals, the historical heritage is very profound, the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, which is a world cultural heritage, the Buddha carvings inside, can definitely let you feast your eyes.
The most interesting thing is that when you are in Datong to escape the summer, you can also taste the unique northern Jin cuisine, knife cut noodles, noodles and noodles, these authentic snacks, with cool weather, are simply delicious in the world.
Nature is really magical, the same summer, some places are as hot as steamers, others are cool and pleasant, this difference in climate, isn't it the charm of our big country?
However, although these cool cities have a good effect on escaping the heat, they also have their own small drawbacks, for example, Xining's high altitude may cause altitude sickness for newcomers, and Datong, although cool, has a large temperature difference between day and night, and is prone to colds.
Forest oxygen bar
Heilongjiang Yichun is known as the "forest capital", but it is not in vain, the forest coverage rate here is as high as 82.2%, it is simply a natural oxygen bar, come here in summer, feel that the whole person is surrounded by green, the air is so fresh that people want to take a deep breath.
The average temperature in Yichun is only 15 to 22 degrees in summer, this temperature, other places are about to enter autumn, in Yichun, summer sleep not only have to cover the quilt, sometimes you have to wear a thin coat, but also by netizens called "natural air-conditioned room".
However, to talk about the title of "Liangdu", it must be Guizhou's Liupanshui, in 2005, Liupanshui also won the "China Liangdu" certificate issued by the Chinese Meteorological Society.
The geographical location of Liupanshui is also unique, surrounded by mountains on three sides, facing water on one side, such a terrain, coupled with high altitude, has created a climate of "cool in summer and warm in winter" in Liupanshui, and the highest temperature in history here is only 31 degrees! It's a paradise in the summer when it's 40 degrees Celsius.
However, having said that, although these forest cities are cool, they also have their own small problems, for example, there are a lot of mosquitoes in Yichun, and the traffic in Liupanshui is not particularly convenient, so the choice of summer resort still varies from person to person.
A cool oasis on the Silk Road
Tianshui in Gansu, known as "Longshang Jiangnan", was an important hub on the Silk Road in ancient times, Tianshui is not only cool, the average annual temperature is only 11 degrees, and the highest temperature in summer is about 22.8 degrees.
What's more, this is also the birthplace of Fuxi culture, think about it, while enjoying the coolness, feel the breath of ancient civilization, isn't it interesting?
In addition, Kunming, known as the "Spring City", is also a good summer paradise, and it is also a charming city integrating natural beauty and cultural heritage.
The average annual temperature is only about 15°C, and even in the middle of summer, the temperature is only 20-24°C.
Speaking of Kunming, we have to mention the Dianchi Lake, which is known as the "Pearl of the Plateau", this freshwater lake with an area of about 300 square kilometers is an excellent place to escape the summer and enjoy the coolness.
Since you have gone to Kunming, Xishan Forest Park must not be missed, here is more than 2,000 meters above sea level, high forest coverage, rich in negative oxygen ions in the air, and the temperature is 2-3 °C lower than the urban area.
Hiking and mountaineering here, you can not only enjoy the fresh and cool air, but also overlook the panoramic view of the entire Dianchi Lake, which is definitely an excellent choice for summer escape and relaxation.
A guide to choosing a summer escape
It is worth noting that there are tips for choosing a place to escape the heat, such as Xining and Liupanshui, where the average temperature in summer is about 20 degrees, and cool is cool, but some people may feel too cold, if you are afraid of cold, you may wish to consider a city with a slightly higher temperature, such as Tianshui.
Also consider the altitude, high altitude areas are indeed cool, but it is also easy to cause altitude sickness, if you are going to the plateau for the first time, it is recommended to choose a city with a relatively low altitude, such as Datong, and slowly adapt.
Transportation is also one of the key points, although some summer cities are cool, but the traffic is not very convenient, such as Liupanshui, although it is cool and pleasant, but the traffic is not as convenient as the provincial capital, so you should also consider your time and budget when choosing.
If you like history and culture, you can choose ancient cities like Datong and Tianshui, and if you like nature, forest cities like Yichun and Liupanshui are more suitable.
These cool and pleasant cities not only provide us with a great place to escape the heat, but also show the diversity of China's geography and climate.
While enjoying the coolness, we should also cherish these natural gifts, practice the concept of environmental protection, and contribute to the protection of the earth.
Sources:
Tianshui Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism "China's Top Ten Charming Cities - Tianshui Welcomes You to Check In, Summer Coolness, Summer Fun (1)"2023-07-19
Yellow River News Network "Summer Blessed Land Cool Shanxi|The whole city "turns on air conditioning"? Come to the city of Shanxi for a cool summer! 》2023-07-13
Tianyan News "Encounter China's Cool Capital and Enjoy the Cool Summer|Guizhou Daily Focuses on the Summer Season of Liupanshui and Launches a Full-page Special Report"2023-08-08
China Tourism News, "Encounter the Forest City, Enjoy the Cool Summer"2023-07-20
Xihai Metropolis Daily "2023 Summer Tourism Trend List Released, Xining on the List of Summer Destinations"2023-06-14