Things to do in Diaobingshan

The scenic spot is under the jurisdiction of Tiefa Coal Industry Group Company and is operated and managed by Locomotive Travel Agency. The scenic spot has 21 steam locomotives that are few in the world and can be operated normally. The factory dates range from 1943 to 1999. On a 220-kilometer tourist railway line spanning three counties and two cities (Tieling County, Faku County, Kangping County, Tieling City, and Shenyang City); including 18 upstream types (SY) and 1 construction type (JS), One American Bird (KD6) and one Yuejin (YJ) are partially in operation and the rest are stored in the steam locomotive exhibition hall covering an area of ​​more than 3,000 square meters.

Wushu City is one of the four ancient buildings of Liao and Jin Dynasty. It is located in Tiaobinshan Scenic Area, 35 kilometers west of Tieling City and 96 kilometers from Shenyang. There is a Mingyue Zen Temple in Wushu City Park, which is a Buddhist resort in Northeast China. It has the Mountain Gate Hall, Heavenly King Hall, Main Hall, Guanyin Hall, and Ksitigarbha Hall, which are simple and magnificent.

I visited Marshal Zhang's mansion in Feb 2026. It felt like a natural visit immediately after the Shenyang Imperial palace. The mansion was grand, and really gave a very good glimpse into the lives of the "royalty" as they transitioned from Imperial China life to Republic of China life. It was a good afternoon spent for this history and museum buff. 😃

This place is definitely worth a visit! My visit took place on a sunny autumn day, and it was all very beautiful!

There were so many people and tourists that I didn't have time to take in many things. It's like a low-end version of the Forbidden City in Beijing. Many of the artifacts on display were discarded from the Forbidden City. Some rooms were off-limits, so people crowded around the entrances to take photos. There was no lighting inside, so the photos didn't look great. The architecture is still quite distinctive.

Overall, it's pretty good. Once you get there, you can rent a car. I didn't know how to drive at first, but with my years of driving experience, I learned quickly. This saves energy. You can download an app, locate yourself, and check out the attractions and waiting times. Boys might like the Dinosaur Extinction attraction, as well as some thrilling rides. Some attractions require separate fees, such as the Ice and Snow World and the Petting Zoo!

Mingyue Zen Temple is located at the foot of Wushu Peak in Diaobingshan City, Tieling. It is built on the mountain. The Zen Temple was rebuilt in 2000. This architectural complex with typical northern royal garden architectural style is a Buddhist holy place in Northeast China.

It's a large lake, and we circled around it. An unlimited shuttle bus ticket costs 20 yuan, while a single ride costs 10 yuan. You can hop on and off at any stop. The park is lush with greenery, but the entertainment options are average, as it's not the dead of winter. There are skiing facilities, though.

We took our kids back to China for summer vacation and had our first experience at a Northeastern Chinese bathhouse. We absolutely loved all the facilities and services. Children under 1.4 meters tall get in for free, making it incredibly good value for money. If we have the chance, we'll definitely bring our family and friends to experience this top-tier bathhouse in China!

Qipanshan is a famous mountain in Shenyang City. It has a wildlife park, a film and television city, a World Horticultural Exposition Garden, many villa areas, and an outlet town. The scenery is beautiful, but it is quite far to get into the scenic area. During holidays, it is often impossible to drive in or out.