Guangfu Ancient Town Wanderings｜Water City Walls + Tai Chi Legends!

Guangfu Ancient Town, Handan's "Little Jiangnan of the North" in Yongnian, is a 2600-year-old cradle of Tai Chi! The only millennia-old town with water-surrounded city walls, featuring Yang Luchan's former residence, reed marshes, and lotus ponds—martial arts fans and photography enthusiasts will be thrilled! 🛬【Itinerary】 ✅ 1-2 Day Immersive Trip Day1: Ascend the city walls at South Gate (1.5h loop) → Yang Luchan's Former Residence → Wu Yuxiang's Former Residence → Night cruise along the moat Day2: Boat tour through reed marshes (summer only) → Hongji Bridge (sister bridge to Zhaozhou Bridge) → Return ⛺【Must-Visit Spots】 Water City Walls: Cycle or walk while overlooking vast reed marshes and picturesque moat scenery Tai Chi Masters' Residences: See the old locust tree where Yang Luchan practiced, touch the "Tai Chi Well" for blessings Hongji Bridge: A Sui Dynasty stone bridge older than Zhaozhou Bridge, with awe-inspiring fossil patterns on its surface 🍩【Must-Try Foods】 Guangfu Crispy Fish: Soft-boned crucian carp paired with cornbread! A signature dish at old-town eateries Zeng Zhou: Intangible cultural heritage braised meat jelly, light and refreshing 🏨【Accommodation Tips】 In-town: Guangfu Inn (Ming-Qing courtyard with wall views, 200+/night) Comfort pick: Arco Hotel (10-min drive, lakeside with pool) 🚌【Transport Guide】 Drive: From Handan downtown → Jinggang'ao Expressway Yongnian exit (30min direct) Bus: Take Route 605 from Handan Passenger Terminal (final stop: Guangfu South Gate) 🧡【Tips】 Rent bikes for easier wall exploration (¥20/hour), free entry after 5pm! Summer visitors: Bring mosquito repellent, wear light colors for photos in reed marshes Hidden gem: Learn paper-cutting from wall-side artisans—create a Tai Chi design in 2 minutes! (Off-the-beaten-path & budget-friendly—perfect for weekend getaways!) Fun fact: Guangfu's walls were built with sticky rice mortar and egg whites in Ming Dynasty—even cannonproof! Still home to nearly 10,000 residents today, truly a living ancient town.