Things to do in Xinyang

Unfortunately, we encountered heavy fog during our ascent, resulting in very poor visibility. Even the iconic Baoxiao Peak was obscured, significantly diminishing the natural beauty. The Republican-era villa complex is the main attraction, but overall development has been mediocre, with few highlights and unremarkable features. Hiking the mountain trails is physically demanding, and the various points of interest are scattered, with a lack of guided tours. The dining options are average, and the overall experience is highly dependent on the weather. A sunny day might allow you to experience the charm of one of the four major summer resorts, but a foggy day offers only a mediocre experience, suitable only for a leisurely stroll; expectations shouldn't be too high.

Xinyang Nanwan Lake | A Hidden Gem of Islands and Azure Waters in Southern Henan Known as the Pearl of Southern Henan, this vast lake is dotted with sixty-one islands. Embraced by verdant mountains and clear waters, it feels like stepping into a mini-Jiangnan in Central China. A leisurely boat ride on the lake carries the subtle aroma of tea on the breeze; this is also the birthplace of Xinyang Maojian tea. Waiting for the crowds to disperse, I captured six untouched shots of the lake. The clear waters stretch towards the distant mountains, tea gardens cascade down the slopes, and islands lie peacefully amidst the shimmering waves. There is no noise to disturb you, only the gentle sound of the wind ripples across the surface and the soft sway of the boats. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and quietly appreciate the poetic harmony of mountains and water. The lake is vast, the vegetation lush, allowing you to slowly unwind amidst the shimmering scenery. Capture this healing lakeside landscape and experience the unique gentleness and tranquility of Nanwan Lake.

Personally, I think this little forest park is even more impressive under the spotlight of Jigong Mountain! The walk down the bald cypress forest is a fantastic experience! The small lakes, campsites, waterwheels, etc., are quite amazing! It's perfect for a leisurely hike, where you can sit down for a coffee and some snacks—of course, it's a matter of personal preference! A worthwhile, less-traveled attraction…no need for further explanation, just look at the pictures!

郝堂村，豫南大别山坳里长出的“会呼吸的村庄”。青砖院墙爬满丝瓜藤，雕花门楼下石磨流水潺潺，百年皂角树撑开翡翠巨伞，荷塘如碧玉拼图嵌在黛瓦间。这里无矫饰仿古，只有豫南民居的筋骨——夯土墙承着茅草顶，竹篱笆围起菜畦，柴垛边蜷着打盹的黄狗。生活美学在细节里闪光：老石匠用河卵石砌出波浪形院墙，村妇在溪畔捶打扎染蓝布，晒秋的辣椒玉米在屋顶铺开油画色块。最动人处是村民的日常剧场——荷塘栈桥上稚童追蜻蜓，茶摊老翁用紫砂壶嘴呵出白气，夕阳将归家农人的剪影烙在夯土墙上。当炊烟糅合着荷叶粥清香漫过石拱桥，你才懂得何为“乡村振兴的样本”：郝堂之美，不在标本式的精致，而在猪哼鸡鸣中透出的原生诗意，在每一片青苔、每一道犁痕里，都藏着时光包浆的暖意。

A few days ago, the rain cleared up after a night rain, so I got on my motorcycle with hope and headed straight to Lingshan. Sure enough, there was a cool breeze on the top of Lingshan, and when I looked back, I found that the humid heat like that in Meishan was gone.

After checking the ticket, I was given a small piece of paper, which will be used in the following attractions. The scenery is really good, but it is a bit scattered. There is no shuttle bus, which is suitable for self-driving tours. The last attraction is Liumeng River Valley. It is not too far to walk, the air is fresh, and there are poles for taking off and landing in the parking lot, but there is no charge. The local restaurant at the door tastes very good.

The price is expensive, it's ok ...

Dingliwan is located in Dingli Village, Balifan Town, Xinxian County, Henan Province. It was first built in the late Yuan Dynasty and early Ming Dynasty, and was most prosperous during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. It has more than 10,000 acres of land and more than 600 houses. It is the Li family manor, with a circle of more than 10 miles and more than 800 people living in it. In 2003, it was hailed as the Henan Folk House Village and is an ancient village check-in spot.

The scenery is picturesque and beautiful. The scenic area consists of four parts: Huatuo Valley, Youyou Tea Valley, Xihe Skywalk Park and Jingangtai Canyon Rafting. There are rich animal and plant resources here, "Shangcheng Fat Salamander" (baby fish), leopards, pheasants, wild boars, etc. appear from time to time, seven-leafed aconite, gastrodia elata, ganoderma lucidum, etc. are scattered in an orderly manner; there are also Huatuo Temple, Yanmingguan Waterfall, alpine tea garden, water curtain waterfall, glass plank road, water-friendly plank road, ten thousand acres of azalea, etc., which have lasted for more than 400 years.