Nine cities suitable for senior citizens to travel in the spring of 2019

The whole year begins with spring. Spring is the season when all things revive and it is also a good opportunity to go out for an outing. Middle-aged and elderly people are not just suitable for staying at home and recuperating. They also need to go out, slowly visit a city at their own pace, and breathe different fresh air.

Beijing

Beijing is the capital of China and the historical deposit of several generations of dynasties. It is one of the cities where everyone travels and takes photos. There are many scenic spots to see in Beijing. Whether it is the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Great Wall, or the old Beijing alleys, the unique antique flavor of old Beijing attracts tourists from all over the world.

Xi'an

Xi'an is the birthplace of Chinese civilization and one of the four ancient civilization capitals in the world. It has a long history and rich cultural heritage. There are more than 120 imperial mausoleums around Xi'an, which is known as the "Museum of Natural History"; the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Pit is known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World"; the ancient city wall is also the most complete and largest ancient city wall site in the world.

Lijiang, Dali, Yunnan

Yunnan has warm winters and cool summers, with spring-like weather all year round. The climate is more suitable for middle-aged and elderly people. Take a boat tour of Erhai Lake in Dali, take a cableway tour of Cangshan Mountain, Qingbi Stream, and view the Cangshan Grand Canyon in the distance; savor the western style of Lijiang, where you can appreciate the unique style of "every stream flows around the house, and every household has hanging poplar trees in the south of the Yangtze River". The rich itinerary can make the elderly feel that their trip is worthwhile.

Sanya, Hainan

Hainan is famous for its tropical scenery. The beautiful tropical scenery will allow the elderly to fully integrate into the embrace of the sea, beach and sunshine. And it’s also the best retirement destination. Some common diseases in the north, such as rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, asthma, constipation, etc., will be significantly alleviated in Hainan. Sanya City is located at the southernmost tip of Hainan Island and is the southernmost coastal tourist city in China. Moreover, the overall air quality in Hainan Island is particularly high, which is especially suitable for the elderly.

Bama, Guangxi

Bama, Guangxi is known as the "Hometown of Longevity in the World" and is a very suitable choice for the elderly to live in and provide for their retirement. In any town or village in Bama, there are paintings everywhere, peaceful and calm. The old man walked slowly on the way and stayed silently by the water. A sense of peace and contentment filled your heart little by little. At that moment, silence had the richest happiness.

Bama’s vegetation is well protected and the air has a high concentration of negative ions, making it known as a “natural oxygen bar”. Elderly people don't have to worry about respiratory diseases and smog here, because here, you will be eager to take a big breath.

Gulangyu Island, Xiamen

Gulangyu Island is located in the southwest corner of Xiamen Island. Due to historical reasons, buildings of different Chinese and foreign styles have been perfectly collected and preserved here, giving it a " It is known as "Architecture Expo of All Nations". The island has a pleasant climate, like spring all year round, without the hustle and bustle of cars and horses, and with the singing of birds and the fragrance of flowers, it is known as the "Garden on the Sea". Gulangyu Island integrates cultural and natural landscapes and is a national-level scenic spot. It ranks first among the "Top Ten" scenic spots in Fujian and one of the 35 top scenic spots in the country.

Chengdu Qingcheng Mountain

Chengdu Qingcheng Mountain is located in the Dujiangyan Scenic Area. In 2007, it was rated as "the favorite tourist destination for the elderly in China". The air in Qingcheng Mountain is fresh and moist, which is very suitable for the elderly to visit. There is an intensive health and wellness festival for the elderly here, where you can nourish your body and mind in the natural atmosphere and experience the profound Taoism and health culture.

Qingdao

Qingdao is known as the "Switzerland of the East". All Chinese and foreign people who come to Qingdao for sightseeing are infected and intoxicated by Qingdao's romantic seaside. Here, swimming in the sea, sunbathing, or going to the Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center to see some of the exhibits from the 2008 Olympic Sailing Competition are all forms of leisure and vacation.

Wuzhen

Wuzhen is an ancient water town with a long history and rich cultural atmosphere. At this time, in addition to the small bridges, flowing water, water town customs and exquisite and elegant residential buildings, there is also a strong historical and cultural atmosphere. In this town, there have been 64 Jinshi and 161 people in history. Mao Dun, the literary giant of modern China, was also born in this small town. Here you can immerse yourself in the strong literati atmosphere.

1. Be prepared carefully

Understand the climate of the destination and bring necessary clothing. Soft and comfortable casual clothes are appropriate. A pair of soft and comfortable loafers or sneakers is essential. . Bring more necessary medicines, such as cold medicine, diarrhea medicine, etc. that are suitable for you. If you have chronic diseases, you should go to the hospital for necessary physical examination before departure, obtain the doctor's consent before traveling, bring more relevant medicines, and inform your companions so that they can take care of each other.

2. It is not suitable to walk to view the scenery

The elderly have poor balance control ability. In some scenic areas, the mountain roads are winding and the road surface is uneven. It is easy to fall or trip over gravel, causing Hamstring sprains or even fractures, so when traveling, you should walk without looking at the scenery, and look at the scenery without walking.

3. Pay attention to foot health

Use hot water to scald your feet at night, and self-massage the muscles of your legs and the soles of your feet. Climbing a mountain makes you feel particularly relaxed.

4. The diet should be light.

Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, less greasy and spicy raw and cold food, and it is best to drink less or no alcohol. It is not advisable to eat too many local snacks at one time to avoid indigestion.

5. The schedule should be loose rather than tight

The elderly are prone to fatigue and have difficulty recovering, so they must have sufficient rest and sleep during travel. If you feel exhausted, you can rest for a few days or cancel the trip. Feel free to sit down and take a nap during long walking tours.

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