Xiong'an New Area

Xiong’an New Area (雄安新区) is a state-level development area located in central Hebei Province (河北省), about 100 kilometers southwest of Beijing (北京) and 50 kilometers east of Baoding (保定). Established in 2017, Xiong’an is designed as a major development hub for the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei region (京津冀) and a demonstration area for future urban development. Built around the counties of Xiong County (雄县), Rongcheng County (容城县), and Anxin County (安新县), the area combines modern urban planning, wetland ecology, traditional villages, and northern Chinese cultural heritage.

Why Visit Xiong’an?

Baiyangdian Lake – Northern China’s Largest Wetland:

Baiyangdian Lake (白洋淀) is the most famous natural attraction in Xiong’an and one of the largest freshwater wetlands in northern China. Known as the “Pearl of North China,” the lake features waterways, reed marshes, lotus flowers, fishing villages, and rich wetland ecosystems. Visitors can enjoy boat tours, bird watching, photography, and exploring traditional water village culture.

Smart City Development – Future Urban Experience:

Xiong’an represents a new model of sustainable urban development in China, focusing on green architecture, ecological planning, smart transportation, and digital infrastructure. Visitors interested in modern city design, technology, and urban innovation can explore the new urban areas and learn about the vision of a future-oriented city.

Anxin Ancient Water Town Culture:

Anxin County (安新县) preserves traditional Baiyangdian water village culture, where local communities have lived alongside rivers and wetlands for generations. Visitors can experience traditional boat transportation, fishing lifestyles, local customs, and the unique relationship between people and the wetland environment.

Traditional Villages and Rural Heritage:

The Xiong’an region includes many traditional villages with northern Chinese architectural features, farming landscapes, and local customs. Visitors can explore rural scenery, experience countryside life, and discover the cultural traditions that existed before the development of the new area.

Lotus and Wetland Ecology:

Baiyangdian is famous for its lotus landscapes, especially during summer when large areas of lotus flowers bloom across the wetlands. The lake provides an important habitat for birds, aquatic plants, and wildlife, making it an excellent destination for ecological tourism and nature photography.

Revolutionary and Cultural Heritage:

The wider Xiong’an and Baoding region has rich revolutionary history and cultural traditions. Visitors can explore nearby historical sites, memorial areas, and museums to learn about the region’s role in modern Chinese history.

Local Food and Water Village Cuisine:

Xiong’an’s cuisine is strongly influenced by Baiyangdian’s wetland environment. Visitors can enjoy fresh fish, river shrimp, lotus root dishes, local farm products, and traditional Hebei specialties that reflect the flavors of northern China’s waterways.

Cycling and Leisure Travel:

With wetlands, parks, rural roads, and newly developed green spaces, Xiong’an is suitable for cycling, walking, photography, and slow-paced exploration. The combination of natural landscapes and modern urban planning creates a distinctive travel experience.