Things to do in Weinan

The three temples in the ancient city (Confucian Temple, City God Temple, and Dongying Temple): The Confucian Temple is the largest Confucian temple in Northwest China, with Yuan Dynasty architecture and exquisite stone carvings; the City God Temple is a magnificent ancient building complex.

It's quite a large complex, and inside there's a stele erected by Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou, Yuwen Yong, for his father—worth seeing. Ancient trees stand tall, many over 900 years old. Climb to the innermost Wanshou Tower for a panoramic view of the tower nestled among the trees, and gaze at Mount Hua in the distance, enjoying the beautiful scenery.

Zhonghua County Cultural Tourism Area is perfect for family trips! It boasts a rich cultural heritage, a wide variety of rides, adorable animal interactions, and local delicacies. It's a great place to learn with your kids while keeping them entertained. The park is clean and tidy, offering excellent value for money. You could easily spend a whole day there and still not have enough time. Highly recommended for families with children!

Tongguan, the ancient ferry crossing of the Yellow River. Feel the vicissitudes of the west. Qianling Mausoleum, the tomb of Prince Yide, and the tomb of Princess Yongtai. Show the prosperity and strength of the Tang Dynasty. It has always been believed that Wu Zetian was a great bodhisattva. Her civil and military achievements were brilliant even in the Tang Dynasty, benefiting countless people. Her Buddhist verses are still used today.

Knowing that tickets to the Shaanxi History Museum are hard to get, I tried signing up for a guided tour. I was surprised by how reliable the service was from a large platform. The guide, Zhang Xiaojing, sent me the important information and meeting point the day before. He was also there early the next day to wait for everyone. Thanks to Xiaojing, the explanations were excellent, covering the most famous treasures and unique exhibits in Halls 1, 2, and 4 very clearly.

Weinan Drum Tower is located in Laocheng Street, Xiangyang Office, Linwei District, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. It was the gate of the guesthouse of the Weinan Military Sub-district of Shaanxi Province. In the second year of Ganlu (360 AD) of Fu Jian of the Former Qin Dynasty, Weinan County was established, and the county seat was named after the south bank of the Weihe River. In the ninth year of Daye (613 AD) of the Sui Dynasty, Weinan Drum Tower was built at the current site. During the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, when the county magistrate Wu Yun expanded the county seat, he merged the Drum Tower with the County Office and made it the gate of the County Office. In the 34th year of Jiajing, a major earthquake occurred in Hua County, and the Drum Tower was destroyed. It was rebuilt the following year and repaired in the Qing Dynasty.

The Huayin Guandi Temple is located on the eastern section of Yue Temple Pedestrian Street in Huayin City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. Although small in size, it is a serene and ancient architectural complex originally built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. It is now a national AAA-level tourist attraction and a Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. The temple has a long history, undergoing multiple renovations during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, reaching its current scale during the Republic of China period. It was once a famous local site for the worship of Guandi. It can be visited together with the Xiyue Temple.

Take a stroll through the Tang Dynasty Never-Sleeping City on a pleasant autumn evening. The evening breeze is cool, the lights are dazzling, and the atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty is palpable. Street performances are everywhere, and tourists come and go, creating a lively scene. No need to plan a route; just wander around and explore as you please. Immersed in this world of lights, feeling the warmth of everyday life and ancient charm, this is what small satisfactions in ordinary days are all about. Chang'an's autumn nights are as bright as ever.

The Small Wild Goose Pagoda and the Xi'an Museum are separated by a wall, and both are free to enter. You need to scan a QR code at the entrance to make a reservation. Worth a visit! After entering through the Small Wild Goose Pagoda gate, walk straight for 100 meters. A staff member will introduce the museum's guided tour services and arrange a time. Go to the service desk on the first floor of the museum to confirm your guide. I was lucky enough to hear "Brother Glasses" (a nickname for a guide). His explanation was lively and interesting. Both the museum and the Small Wild Goose Pagoda also offer free guided tours for children. Every child felt honored by this service and explained things very attentively. We enjoyed listening to their explanations.

In the Xi Zhongxun Memorial Hall, everyone looked at the touching photos and listened to the guide's introduction to Comrade Xi Zhongxun's revolutionary journey.