[Liaoning Faku County ~ Aisin-Gioro Royal Museum]

The Aisin-Gioro Royal Museum, which is only a 1-hour drive from Shenyang, is a treasure trove of Manchu culture, royal history and traditional winemaking techniques! Please keep this super detailed travel guide to take you to this free and photo-friendly AAAA-level attraction! 📍 Basic Information - Address: Banlashan Village, Dagujiazi Town, Faku County, Shenyang City - Tickets: Free 🎫 - Parking: Free 🅿️ - Opening hours: 8:00-16:00 (recommended to go in the morning or afternoon) - Recommended playing time: 2-3 hours 🚗 Transportation 1. Self-driving (most recommended): - From Shenyang, take the Shenkang Expressway (about 1 hour) or G203 National Highway (about 1.5 hours) and navigate to "Aisin-Gioro Imperial Museum". - The road condition is good, suitable for short weekend trips. 2. Public Transportation: - Take the **Shenyang-Faku** bus from Shenyang Changke Main Station/Wuai Bus Station, and then take a taxi to Faku (about 20 minutes). 🌟 Must-see highlights 1️⃣ Manchu Culture & Royal History - The museum is themed on the history of the Aisin-Gioro family and displays the court culture of the Qing Dynasty, Manchu folk customs and traditional handicrafts. - The characteristic buildings are modeled after the style of the Qing Dynasty palace, with red walls, yellow tiles, carved beams and painted buildings, which creates a great atmosphere for taking photos! 2️⃣ Traditional winemaking experience - This is actually the location of the "Aisin-Gioro Royal Winery", and the air is filled with the rich aroma of wine! - You can visit the ancient Manchu winemaking process and learn about the fermentation and distillation process of sorghum wine. - If you are interested, you can also **taste or buy** special wines (such as "Daqing Gongjiu"). 3️⃣ Stunning lake view & city wall walk - Walk along the ancient city wall and overlook the entire museum and the surrounding mountains and rivers. Every step you take will bring you a new view, which will make you feel relaxed and happy. - There are pavilions and plank roads by the lake, which are suitable for daydreaming or taking photos, especially in the autumn when the red leaves are so beautiful! 4️⃣ Zen Cool Cafe ☕ - When you are tired of shopping, you can take a break at the Zen Cool Cafe by the lake, order a cup of coffee or tea, and enjoy the quiet time. - The cafe is designed in a simple and elegant style, with a lake view outside the window, perfect for checking in! 📸 Photo check-in point 1. Panoramic view of the ancient city wall: A bird's-eye view of the buildings and the lake, magnificent. 2. Red-walled and yellow-tiled buildings: imitating the style of the Qing Palace, wear Hanfu/Manchu costumes to take ancient style photos. 3. Winemaking workshop: retro wine vats and wooden barrels as background, combining industrial style with traditional feeling. 4. Lakeside boardwalk: The light and shadows are absolutely beautiful at sunset, and the atmosphere is amazing! 🍽️Nearby food recommendations - Manchu Eight Bowls (Faku County): Experience authentic Manchu cuisine, with recommended dishes such as white meat blood sausage and stewed pork bones with sauerkraut. - Farmhouse (Banlashan Village): Fresh river fish, native chicken stewed with mushrooms, and original ingredients. 💡 Tips 1. It is recommended to go in the morning when there are fewer people and the light is better, making for better photos. 2. Wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot of walking on the city walls and in the park. 3. If you are interested in wine culture, you can make an appointment in advance for winemaking experience activities (need to consult the scenic spot). 4. Autumn (September-October) is the best season to visit, with red leaves and wine aroma, creating a great atmosphere! 🚩 Recommended itinerary One-day tour from Shenyang: Morning: Aixinjuelu Imperial Museum (2-3 hours) → Noon: Eat Manchu food in Faku County → Afternoon: Return or visit other attractions in Faku (such as Wulongshan Scenic Area). This unpopular and free royal cultural scenic spot has few people and beautiful scenery, making it perfect for a relaxing weekend trip! Collect it now and go with your friends~ 👑✨