Things to do in Xun County

During the National Day holiday, I visited the Dapi Mountain Scenic Area in Henan. Although it's only a little over 100 meters high, it's small but complete, with various temples and Taoist monasteries scattered throughout the hill. Unfortunately, the national protected Buddha statue was under maintenance and was obscured, so I couldn't see it.

This underrated little city in Henan is truly amazing! ‼️ 🌸I recently visited the ancient city of Junxian in Hebi, Henan Province, with friends. As Henan Province's only county-level National Historic and Cultural City, it was truly amazing! It was like a real-life costume drama filming location. 📸 📖 Tour Route: Junxian Ancient City Wall - Wenzhi Pavilion - Junxian County Government Office - Guansheng Temple - Hereditary Hanlin Mansion - Ancient City Night Market ⭐ Highlights: 🏮 Ancient City Features: A complete Ming Dynasty-era ancient city layout Evening light and shadow shows in the ancient city It's like stepping back in time to the Han and Tang dynasties Rich in intangible cultural heritage: Daping Opera, shadow puppetry, community performances And even adorable clay cuckoos 🍜 Foodie Paradise: Liyangzi steamed buns, Junxian Eight Great Bowls, Wu Erguo peanuts—each one is a surprise! 🎪 Cultural Experience: If you visit during the Lunar New Year, you must experience North China's first ancient temple fair! 💰 Cost: Admission to the ancient city itself is free. Combined ticket (including 4 attractions) is 60 yuan. 🚗Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 808 from Hebi East Station to Junxian Bus Station, then transfer to Junxian bus No. 5 to the ancient city. ✏️Tips: I highly recommend this hidden gem of an ancient city. It's not crowded, so you can take photos and create stunning photos. 🤳 It's also a great combination with a visit to Daokou Ancient Town in nearby Hua County!

Daokou Ancient Town is very delicately decorated, the streets are not big, and there are many scenery for taking pictures. I arrived at Daokou Ancient Town at about 18:00. The shops in the ancient town were closed and it was quite deserted. I asked the owner of the roast chicken shop, and he said that it would be more lively during the Chinese New Year.

Stepping into the Yue Fei Temple, one is greeted by the inscription "Return My Rivers and Mountains" overhead and the kneeling statues of the Five Traitors below. Eight hundred years of loyalty and tragedy are encapsulated within this temple. As a national key cultural relics protection unit and a national 4A-level scenic spot, the Yue Fei Temple possesses immense cultural value. The Ming Dynasty architectural complex boasts a rigorous layout, with the Jingzhong Archway, Imperial Stele Pavilion, and Yue Wang Hall remarkably well-preserved. Numerous inscriptions by famous figures throughout history, including a couplet written by General Zhang Aiping, adorn the temple grounds. The Yue Fei Memorial Hall, utilizing modern technology for its exhibitions, is the largest Yue Fei cultural exhibition hall in the country, offering invaluable insights into Yue Fei's life, military thought, and the transmission of his spirit.

Taking the Zhongtianmen Cableway on Mount Tai is a time-saving, effortless, and worry-free option. It only takes about 10 minutes to get from Zhongtianmen to Nantianmen, and you don't even need to climb the 18 bends – truly a blessing for lazy people!

This place is definitely worth a visit; the live performance is truly spectacular! The scenic area is clean and tidy, with beautiful scenery perfect for taking photos. The various game areas offer a variety of fun activities, attracting visitors of all ages. The scenic area presents a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere.

We entered from the west gate first, visiting the West Hill Grottoes and getting close to the Vairocana Buddha. We skipped the evening lighting ceremony and arrived at 9 am to avoid the crowds and take better photos. Next, we visited the East Hill Grottoes. We rested and admired the sights at a leisurely pace, taking about 3-4 hours.

Li Yu, the teacher from Huayu, gave a fantastic lecture! I benefited greatly from it! I learned a lot, and the three and a half hours were well worth the trip! I wanted more! The exhibition hall was also very well built, and the Henan Province guides' explanations were excellent!

The construction is absolutely stunning, especially the night view! The antique buildings and lanterns create a feeling of stepping back in time. The silver-threaded ancient buildings, combined with the lights and "snowflakes," are incredibly romantic. The NPCs' costumes are exquisite, they're very enthusiastic, and the interactions are excellent. Everywhere you go in the scenic area, they're incredibly helpful when you ask questions—they're practically the equivalent of Pang Donglai in the cultural tourism world! The Bianhe River cruise is fantastic value; definitely buy the combined ticket and take the Imperial River section. Every bridge and archway feels like stepping into a painting. There are also shows along the river. The experience is truly exceptional. The only downside is that Wansui Mountain Scenic Area gets incredibly crowded. Going during the off-season would be an even better experience.

Having visited Jinci Temple twice, I personally believe it's absolutely the most worthwhile tourist attraction in Taiyuan. Hiring a professional guide is essential for a better understanding of this historically significant royal sacrificial garden. The exquisite carvings of dragons on the pillars of the Holy Mother Hall and the intricate details of the statues inspire genuine admiration for the wisdom and craftsmanship of the ancients. The 3,000-year-old Zhou Cypress is truly awe-inspiring up close! Every fold in its trunk tells a story spanning the Shang and Zhou dynasties. In the Zhenguan Baohan Pavilion, Li Shimin's self-written and inscribed "Inscription and Preface of Jinci" stands silently. The bluestone is silent, yet the ink flows, the spirit of a thousand years ago still vividly present.