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Yinxu Museum

Yinxu Museum is a relatively new museum in Anyang. It houses a portion of the thousands year old ancient oracle bones that Anyang is famous for. The museum showcases photographs and models of early excavations, bronze wares crafted from China's Shang dynasty, short animations of the evolution of the oracle bone inscriptions to the present Mandarin characters and many more exhibits. The entrance fee is a rather hefty 80 RMB. If you understand the Chinese language, I recommend forking out extra for a museum group tour or at the minimum, renting an audio guide. Oracle bone inscription has a long and fascinating history that is worth immersing oneself in for a couple of hours. Nearby, within walking distance, some tombs of significance and the Yinxu ruins can be explored. Getting There - From the high speed railway station Anyang Dong Zhan (安阳东站)，walk 500meters and wait at the street for bus 11 to go to Yinxu museum. The ride takes about 50mins. If you don't wish to wait, call for a cab using the Didi(滴滴车) app. Outside the train station, there will be hustlers getting you to take their cab but you should negotiate the fare. If you understand the Chinese language, I recommend forking out extra for a museum guide or at least rent an audio guide equipment.If you understand the Chinese language, I recommend forking out extra for a museum guide or at least rent an audio guide equipment. #yinxumuseum #anyang #henan #oraclebonesinscriptions #oraclebonescript

Traveling to Pao Bunjin (Kaifeng)

🧧 Thai people who like Chinese movies would probably know Judge Bao of Kaifeng Court, and certainly, many would want to see the actual historical site. The Judge Bao Memorial is one such place that is worth visiting at least once. 🌟 If you want to delve deeply into history, the ticket area offers the option to walk with a guide who will narrate the history of each site. However, this time we chose to go without a guide because we stopped to take photos all along the way, as the views are very beautiful. 🌟 We visited during December, which was very cold, with snow as well. I would recommend that those planning to visit choose a time when it's not too cold, as there is a lot of walking to do. 🌟 Overall, I think Kaifeng is worth visiting at least once because it's beautiful and full of interesting stories. Plus, the place is easy to navigate, visually clean, and fun. 😚 🧡 You should go 🧡

Luoyang Old Street at Sunset

#tripblazers #luoyang #henan Luoyang old street really comes to life at sunset. Not only does the orange and red sky cast a beautiful light on the buildings and cobbled streets, but when it gets a little darker, and the store lights come on, the whole place becomes teeming with people ready for a bite to eat. There are loads of places to stop for a snack on the way, with food stalls lining almost every corner.

Drum tower vs Bell tower in Luoyang

#tripblazers #luoyang #henan In Luoyang old town, you can really get a sense of the ancient capital from the road that houses both the Impressive Drum tower, and the smaller Bell Tower. Most people take the time to visit the drum tower for its high walls and impressive views at night, but we loved also visiting the more modest but intricately decorated bell tower just a little way along the road. The view of the cobbled streets through its arch is beautiful and gives you a real sense of the history.

Xia dynasty capital ruins in Luoyang

#tripblazers #henan #luoyang If you’re looking for real aincent history, and a beautiful museum to house it in, look no further than the Erlitou archeological site in Henan. Discovered in 1959, the relics of this site date back to the Bronze Age, 3500 years ago. What most surprised us about this beautiful museum dedicated to the site was the intricate craftsmanship of some of the items displayed including jade masks and carved wine jugs. Absolutely worth a visit if you are history buffs like us!

The Oldest Buddhist Temple in China

#tripblazers #henan #luoyang As part of our history tour of Henan, we visited the oldest recorded Buddhist temple in China. The white horse temple has been at the epicentre of Chinese history since the year 68AD when it was established by Emperor Ming in the Eastern Han Dynasty. Here, Buddhism was first established in the country, with the temple being built to honour the two Indian monks and their white horses that brought the religion to China (hence the name). The gardens and buildings are beautiful, and if you are lucky enough to visit during April, you will see hundreds of blossoming Chinese peonies.

The international temples of Luoyang

#tripblazers #luoyang #henan You might think that you’ve stepped into a hidden part of south east Asia when visiting the White Horse Temple, but actually what you are visiting is one half of a historic temple and park dedicated to worship (and photos) for hundreds of years! The India, Thailand and Myanmar temples were all built and donated on this site by their respective countries as part of a display of solidarity and friendship with the Chinese people. Today they are a great place to visit in the sunshine for peace and some beautiful photos.

Explore History in Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng House)

Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng House) is a famous scenic spot in Kaifeng. The house is the ancient government office in Song dynasty and was rebuilt during Qing Dynasty. You can explore how the live of high officials in Song Dynasty was like, how an office looked liked, the imperial examinations, culture, good etc. 📍 Kaifeng Fu is very central between the two train stations. 🎟️ 65 RMB for an adult ticket. #kaifeng #henan #chinatrips #chinatravel #historicplaces

White-Horse Temple in Luoyang

White Horse Temple (Baimasi) is one of the first Buddhist temple in China, established in the Eastern Han capital Luoyang. The White Horse Temple is located about 10 kilometers away from the east of Luoyang's center, so it's easy to reach! It has numerous halls divided by several courtyards and gardens. It's quite popular and usually crowded during weekends. 🎟️ Entrance Fee: 50 RMB 🕛 Opening Hours: 7:30-17:30 📍 Address: 6 Luobai Road, Luolong District 🚌 How to get there: Taxi or Bus 56 and 58 #luoyang #baiyun #whitehorse #henan #temple #chinatravel

Spend a day in the Song Dynasty at Qingming

#newyearadventure #tripblazers #henan I loved spending the day at Qingming park in Kaifeng! There were loads of yummy snacks to eat and the best part were the shows. Thought the park all through the day are small and large cultural shows aimed at showcasing the culture and traditions of the Song Dynasty in this replica town. The town was modelled after the famous painting ‘On the River during Qing Ming festival’ and you really feel like you’ve stepped right into the painting!

Even an earthquake couldn’t stop this Pagoda

#newyearadventure #tripblazers #henan Would you believe that this pagoda in Yanling, Henan is over 1000 years old? Towering over the crowded city, it has a history dating back to the Sui Dynasty in 604AD, that is until it was damaged by an earthquake almost 500 years ago and rebuilt again in its current spot in 1549. A little detail I loved about this hidden gem were the carvings of Buddha around the base.

Peace in the countryside of Henan

#tripblazers #henan #china A hidden gem in my partner’s hometown is the Buddhist Temple in Yanling, Henan. During spring festival, the temple is heaving with visitors coming to pay their respects and bring in good luck for the new year. We however visited during the summer months, where it was open on a one-off. The female monks welcomed us in for a tour to see the buildings spanning a size greater than Jing’an temple in Shanghai! If you’re in the area, it is absolutely worth a visit! If you are looking to travel there, it is called the Amitabha Temple on Google maps and is in Zhangqiao town.

Old Street in Henan's Luoyang

Luoyang is a former capital of China and therefore a historic city. It's in the middle of Henan province and one of the major cities there. The old street in the old quarter with the drum tower, old city gates and colorful lanes is a nice destination to explore 'old China'. There are also many local snacks and food stalls in the afternoon and evening. Great to taste some local dishes and snacks (Xiaochi). ℹ️ Luoyang has no airport, but you can fly to Zhengzhou and then take a train. Also reachable with direct trains from Beijing, Shanghai and other cities. #bucketlistreboot #henan #luoyang #chinatravel

Ancient Drum-Tower in Luoyang

The old town district with its Drum Tower in the center is a great place to see how Luoyang' market place used to be before the shopping malls came in. The gate and the old town are definitely worth a visit, and certainly give you a view into historical China. There a lots of vendors, including a plethora of street cooking. This is a good stroll. 📍Luoyang is in Henan province and easy accessible by train. It is a historic city with long history, so there is a lot to explore. 🏨 Many hotels and hostels can host foreign visitors, from cheap to expensive there is a lot of choice. #bucketlistreboot #luoyang #henan #chinatravel #culturewalk #belltower

Song Mountain in Henan

Song Mountain or Song Shan is a mountain in Henan. It is known as the central mountain of the five great sacred Taoist mountains in China. The peak is 1,500 metres high. Actually Song Shan is made up of several mountains with altogether 36 peaks. It's not too hard to walk, as it is a very famous and popular spot. Nevertheless bring good shoes. Water and snacks are avaible. Good food in the nearby towns and villages! 📍Song Mountain is located north of Dengfeng, which belongs to Henans capital Zhengzhou. What to do? 🌄 Hike the numerous cliffy paths up the mountain 🚡 Cablecar for a nice view and easy visit 🛕 Visit Shaolin temple, which is inside the mountain 🎒 Collect one of the five sacred mountains 🚉 How to get there? Buses leave from Zhengzhou and Luoyang. Parking and taxis also available. 🎟️ Entrance is for free, but you have to pay for busses, cablecar or other entertainment. #mountainview #songshan #zhengzhou #travelinspiration #henan

Shaolin temple in Henan

Most people heard about Shaolin temple and its connections to Shaolin style Kung-Fu. Shaolin Temple is a practicing Buddhist temple where adaptations on the original Shaolin Kung Fu are taught. Besides the temple and Kung-Fu history, there are two mountains on each side of the temple. What to do at Shaolin temple? 🛕 Visit the temple 🏔️ Climb the Song-mountain (Cablecar available 🚡) 👋 Kong-Fu show or studying From Zhengzhou or Luoyang you can take a bus to Shaolin temple (80-100km, 1-2 hours). If you want to be more flexible, you can rent a car or a taxi. 🎫 Entrance to the temple is for free, but you have to pay for cablecar or transportation inside the scenic spot. #historicplaces #shaolin #kongfu #henan #zhengzhou

Kaifeng - An important historic city

Kaifeng (开封) is on the southern bank of the Yellow River in northern Henan Province. The city was the capital of China during several dynasties, and was visited by Marco Polo. As capital of the Northern Song dynasty from 1013 to 1127, Kaifeng was the largest and most international and prosperous city in China. The city is a major historic city in central China, there are endless museums, old buildings and temples to visit. At the same time, it's not too crowded. 🚅 Easy accessible by train 🏨 Many hotels around town 🍜 Try the local Hui noodles History ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Food ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #henan #historicculture #summervacation#urbanexplorer

Anyang City: Evolution of the Oracle Bones

The Anyang Museum of Chinese Writing is a museum that showcases the evolution of character forms from the earliest time when the first oracle bones scripts were discovered, until the present time that the Chinese now use in their daily life. It not only houses the history, but also offers exhibitions in two other buildings behind the main hall. Entrance is free, although entrance by appointment is required. Reservations are divided into the morning and up to the evening sessions. However, note that the entrance to the three buildings are until 4.30pm sharp. The next entrance at 5.30pm allows only entrance to the main hall on the first floor. #museum #anyang #henan #museumofchinesewriting

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a monument in every city of China.

Its very common things to find some kind of monument wherever you go in China. As i have spent 6 years in Henan province in China i have found many. some of them are old and some are developed lately. every city has its own symbolic place . #henan #xinxiang #china #chinalife #chinatravel #chinabeauty #chinatown #chinatrips #chinatravels #chinadestination #chinaphotography #pakistan #beautifulpics #beautifulpics #beautifulview #beautifuldestinations #momentsmission #maydaytrip #monument #historicculture #viewontop #urbanexplorer #summervacation #staycation #besttrip

JIAOZUO YUNTAI MOUNTAIN

Getting There - located in Jiaozuo Henan..it’s better to drive or arrange a car as there are not many taxis there.. Attractions - the scenery is very beautiful in winter there’s less people. but it will be very hard to climb the mountain as it’s too cold... also the cable way is a one way then you have to come down yourself from the top of the mountain.. you can enjoy it in summer if are looking for a fun hiking adventure Hotels - Food & Restaurants - you can find restaurants, if you love chinese food then you will enjoy the restaurants Shopping - better to do shopping in jiaozuo #jiaozuo #henan #yuntaimountain #adventure #hike #scenery #snow

My visit to Henan Polytechnic University

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China is the place of tradition and modernity, they mix together creating and incredible atmosphere that is a must visit #henan #merrychristmas #unforgettableexperiences #china #happynewyear #happynewyear

In Kaifeng, Henan there’s many things to see like this touristic Millennium City park with shows and fun activities for the whole family, resembling the old Chinese times. They also have restaurants and shops inside #china #henan #kaifeng #merrychristmas #historicallandmarks #unforgettableexperiences