https://ph.trip.com/moments/detail/daming-2554-135022679?locale=en-PH
KYRA ROSSUnited States

Three-hour must-visit list for Handan

Destination Location Daming County, Handan, Hebei, 3-hour high-speed train direct to Zhengzhou/Jinan 🚗 Self-driving navigation "Damingfu Ancient City" 🏯 Hardcore check-in trio (morning session) 1️⃣ Di Renjie Ancestral Hall Stele (8:00-9:00) ✨ One of the only three famous Tang Dynasty steles remaining in the country! ☀️ Few people and perfect lighting in the early morning, great for photos! 2️⃣ Damingfu Ancient City Ruins (9:30-10:30) 🎬 Filming location for the famous "Rescue from Execution" scene in Water Margin 🏰 Climb the city wall for panoramic shots, remember to book tickets 3 days in advance! 3️⃣ Wuliji Stele (10:45-11:15) 🏆 The largest ancient stele in Asia! Emperor Huizong’s calligraphy is stunning ⚠️ Recommended to arrive before 10 AM to avoid tour groups 🍜 Foodie special ops (4 hours, three eateries) 🥣 8:30 Old Ma’s Mutton Soup + Sesame Seed Cake Hot and hearty mutton soup with pickled chive flowers, a perfect stomach warmer! 🌭 9:45 Wubai Ju Sausages Century-old brand! Caramelized crust + secret sauce is amazing 🥟 10:30 Zhang Xiaosheng’s Steamed Buns Juicy soup-filled buns! About $2 per person fills you up 🚶‍♂️ Special ops tips ⏳ 15 minutes walking between spots 👟 Definitely wear sneakers! 📱 Guide tool: Download Sanmao Travel APP (cheaper than renting on-site) 🌇 Elegant afternoon plan 14:00 Weizhou Academy for Hanfu photoshoot 🎎 Red walls and bamboo shadows make every shot a classical masterpiece 16:30 Check in at the Gothic Catholic Church ⛪️ Twilight light is breathtaking! 🌃 Night snack king 19:00 Damingfu Zhajiang Noodles 🍜 Only street stalls have the soul! Garlic cloves on the side are perfect 💣 Avoidance guide ❌ Don’t touch the city walls or face a fine starting at 500 yuan ❌ Remember to bargain at specialty shops, start at half price ✅ Bring your own power bank, hard to borrow in scenic spots 📸 Secret photo spot 5:30 PM at Di Renjie Stele The golden light illuminating the inscription is magical! No editing needed 💥 Weekend special ops declaration 12 hours of walking + 8 attractions + 6 meals = perfect weekend!
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Aug 21, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

4.8/534 reviews | Historic buildings
Daming
No. 15 of Night Attractions in Hebei
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

A Journey Through Time | Daming Ancient City Travel Guide

Evangeline_Wolfsbane
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

Hebei's Most Underrated Ancient City! 2 Yuan Sesame Cake + Millennium City Wall, A Budget Travel Paradise

Reed Liam$31
Damingfu Stone Carvings Museum

Night tour of Qilin City, I traveled back to the Northern Song Dynasty’s Daming Prefecture!

JC. Dream
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

How to Explore Daming During the Holidays? 7 Themed Routes Await Your Experience!

EMILIA FLORES
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

Famous for ages! The millennium-old city of Daming, Hebei travel guide is now online!

Stella Playful Purr
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

A super detailed guide to a one-day tour of Daming, Ganshan.

Mitchell Daniel 16
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

This is not Xi'an, this is Handan Daming! ! ! .

LEGEND WRIGHT
Song Dynasty Damingfu CityRuins

Daming Mansion.

Tranquil Evelyn~Price58
Damingfu Stone Carvings Museum

Hebei's hidden ancient city treasure! Only 200 RMB per person

Samuel McKay87
Damingfu Stone Carvings Museum

Calling all carb lovers! Two days and one night to eat your way through Daming County in detail

RajasthanRhythms123
Damingfu Stone Carvings Museum

A Stunning Sunrise Spot in the Small Town

PenRainBookShoe
Damingfu Stone Carvings Museum

Explore Daming Prefecture with this ultimate "Water Margin" ancient city guide!

Avery345_Moore