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Things to see in Zhangjiakou (China): 5 places and when to go
Zhangjiakou is a major city in China with around 1,046,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly Snow (4), History (1), Museums and art (1). The best known are Snow Ruyi National Ski Jumping Centre, National Cross-Country Centre and Site of the Shanxin-Charhar-Hebei Military Region Headquarter. In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- China · 40.8319, 114.928
- Population
- About 1,046,000
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Snow (4) · History (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- PEK Beijing, 164 km as the crow flies
What to see in Zhangjiakou
The places in and around Zhangjiakou, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Snow Ruyi National Ski Jumping CentreSki jumping hill in Zhangjiakou, China46 km
- National Cross-Country CentreSki resort46 km
- Site of the Shanxin-Charhar-Hebei Military Region HeadquarterMuseum4.8 km
- Kuyangshu Nordic Center and Biathlon CenterSports venue in Chongli, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China47 km
- Yunding Resort Secret GardenSki resort43 km
When to go to Zhangjiakou
Months when you can visit Zhangjiakou: November to March. Its places do not agree on a single best time, so check each one.
- JanPossible9:23
- FebPossible10:26
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBetter not13:06
- MayBetter not14:17
- JunBetter not14:55
- JulBetter not14:39
- AugBetter not13:38
- SepBetter not12:15
- OctBetter not10:53
- NovPossible9:40
- DecPossible9:05
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05. In March, 1 of the 5 places are at their best.
When to go to China in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Zhangjiakou
The nearest main airport is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK, Beijing), 164 km as the crow flies. How to get around China (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Changping28 places127 km
- Beijing45 places159 km
- Datong15 places161 km
- Zhuozhou11 places161 km
- Chengde6 places253 km
- Tianjin7 places271 km
And all of China, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Zhangjiakou?
The best known: Snow Ruyi National Ski Jumping Centre, National Cross-Country Centre, Site of the Shanxin-Charhar-Hebei Military Region Headquarter. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
How do you get to Zhangjiakou?
The nearest main airport is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 164 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Zhangjiakou as the destination and these 5 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
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- Snow19 places for snow in China, from Big Air Shougang to spots hardly anyone knows. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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