Lai (lái) is a place name located in Hebei Province, China, 70 kilometers south of Beijing.

Laishui is the source of the Hutuo River, one of the tributaries of the Yellow River, and is also the southern edge of the North China Plain.

Lai means "many lakes". There are many lakes here, hence the name Lai.

Laishui is also known as the "Little Clear River" because of its clear water quality.

Humans have inhabited the Lai area since ancient times, and the unearthed bronze vessels and written records confirm this.

In ancient times, Laidi belonged to the territory of Lu, Wei, Zhao, Yan and other famous vassal states and dynasties in history. Laizhou, which is still in existence today, was first established during the Sui Dynasty. It flourished during the Tang Dynasty and was known as

"Chongzhou".

The natural scenery of the Lai area is quiet and quiet. The quaint charm of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River and the beauty of the mountains and rivers in the north are perfectly integrated here. The characteristic agriculture and simple dwellings of the land of fish and rice make Lai an idyllic town.

Hebei Laijiu, Jiangsu Laishui tea and various green organic agricultural products have been fully developed locally.

When tourists come to Lai, they can not only breathe fresh air, but also taste local food and folk culture. It can be said to be a rewarding trip.