A must-visit for ancient architecture fans: Yuhuang Pavilion

Family, still wondering where to go this weekend? Hebei Yu County, the filming location of "Black Myth: Wukong," is definitely your top choice! Two days and one night, about 500 RMB per person, to fully enjoy this treasure city where ancient charm meets everyday life. No more talk, here’s the guide👇 🚗 Transportation Guide For those starting from Beijing, driving is super convenient—just take the highway and you’ll arrive in about 3 hours, enjoying the beautiful scenery of western Beijing along the way. If you don’t want to drive, you can take a high-speed train to Zhangjiakou and then transfer to a bus to Yu County, though it’s a bit more hassle. 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations 1. Weizhou Ancient City Homestay: Stay inside the ancient city, with food and shopping right outside your door. Choose a homestay with a small courtyard, so you can stargaze and chat with friends in the yard at night—super atmospheric. Prices range from 100 to 300 RMB. 2. Nuanquan Ancient Town Inn: Close to the tree flower performance, so you can rest at the inn after playing. Most rooms have an antique style, and sleeping there feels like traveling back to ancient times. Great value for money. 🌈 Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Yu County at noon and start with a bowl of steaming hot Yu County Heluo noodles—smooth and chewy, you’ll love it at first bite. In the afternoon, visit Yuhuang Pavilion, one of the filming locations of Black Myth: Wukong. Standing before this ancient building, originally built in the 10th year of the Hongwu era of the Ming Dynasty, you can feel its solemnity and almost see the passionate scenes from the game. Then stroll around Weizhou Ancient City, touch the ancient city walls, and feel the weight of history. In the evening, head to Nuanquan Ancient Town to watch the tree flower performance. Molten iron at 1600℃ bursts into thousands of golden flowers in the night sky—more stunning in person than you can imagine, definitely the highlight of the trip! Day 2: Start early with Yu County’s special sweet porridge—fragrant, sweet, and silky smooth, a perfect energizer for the day. Then visit Lingyan Temple, another filming location of Black Myth: Wukong. Built during the Jin Dynasty, its main hall’s coffered ceiling is exquisitely beautiful. Next, go to Nan’an Temple Pagoda, an ancient pagoda from the Northern Wei period that has stood strong through thousands of years of wind and rain. You can find the best photo spots at Wanshan Tower. In the afternoon, explore China’s top paper-cutting street, pick up some exquisite paper-cut souvenirs, and then visit the Weizhou Museum to deeply understand Yu County’s history and culture. 🍱 Food Recommendations 1. Yu County Eight Bowls: A collection of hearty northern dishes including meatballs, steamed meat, crispy meat, and more. Each dish is incredibly flavorful and tastes like home—perfect for meat lovers. 2. Huanggao: Made from steamed millet flour wrapped with sweet bean paste, then fried until crispy outside and soft inside. One bite bursts with sweetness, and it’s said to bring “step-by-step success.” 3. Tang Ma Ye (Sugar Crisps): Layers of crispy pastry wrapped with sweet syrup, sweet but not greasy. Great for breakfast or afternoon tea—you won’t be able to stop eating them. 4. Sichuan Pepper Pancake: Dough mixed with Sichuan pepper powder and sesame oil, baked golden and crispy with a strong numbing fragrance. The more you chew, the more delicious it gets. A very popular local snack. 🎁 Must-Buy Souvenirs 1. Yu County Paper-Cutting: A national intangible cultural heritage with unique engraving techniques and bright, vivid colors. Each piece is lifelike—perfect for hanging on your wall to boost the atmosphere. 2. Qingsha Ware: Simple and rustic in shape with a unique texture. Using it for tea or hot pot adds a special flavor and makes a meaningful souvenir. Friends, pack your bags and come to Yu County to experience the unique charm of this ancient city!