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Yuanshikai Former Residence
Yuan Shikai's former residence is located in Xiangcheng, Zhoukou City, Henan Province. This is the place where Yuan Shikai lived when he was a child. The original building has a large scale, covering a total area of 180,000 square meters, with more than 500 tile-roofed houses, divided into residences, schools, barracks, gardens, etc. Surrounded by a square wall of more than 10 meters high, 6 artillery towers and three moats, the suspension bridge outside the gate is high, and the defense is strict. It is a typical Chinese "defense fortress". Yuan Shikai's former residence is laid out according to the three axes of the middle, east and west. The building complex is composed of traditional bricks, wood, white ash and other building materials, reflecting the characteristics of ancient Chinese architecture. On the roof ridge, there are lions, tigers, leopards, horses, monkeys and other brick carvings. The four corners of the peach eaves are towering, decorated with dragon-patterned animal tips, pointing directly to the sky, with a magnificent momentum. The middle house was built by Yuan Chongsan, with the colorful carvings of "Purple Qi coming from the east" on the Zuomamenlou and the door lintel. It is also divided into three courtyards: front, middle and rear. The living room in front of the front yard. There are east and west wing rooms on both sides. In the front of the middle courtyard are five waist buildings and three east and west wing rooms. Each house is furnished with Nanmu furniture, and the walls are covered with calligraphy and paintings of famous people. The existing buildings and halls are well preserved. The East Residence was built by Yuan Shikai's father Yuan Baozhong on the former site of the Shijia. There is a hall in the middle of the front yard, and wing rooms on both sides. The middle courtyard has the east wing building, the west wing building, and the three waist buildings in the middle. Yuan Shikai was born in Yaolou two rooms. There are three rooms in the east and west wing buildings of the backyard, and three rooms in the hall building. There are three existing waist towers where Yuan Shikai was born, which are well preserved. The West Residence was built and lived by Yuan Shitong, the sixth younger brother of Yuan Shikai. There are five existing halls, three halls and east wing rooms, and six west wing rooms.Xiangcheng · 16.1km from downtown
Taihao Fuxiling Mausoleum Cultural Tourism Area
Taihao Fuxiling Cultural Tourism Area is located in Huaiyang District, Zhoukou City, Henan Province. It is a national AAAAA-level scenic spot. It consists of two core areas, Taihao Tomb and Longhu Scenic Area, with a total area of about 5 square kilometers. Taihao Mausoleum is a large mausoleum built to worship Taihao Fuxi, the "head of the Three Emperors". First built in the Spring and Autumn Period, added in the Tang and Song Dynasties, and completed in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it is a rare large-scale palace-style ancient building complex that integrates mausoleums and temples. It is an isolated example of the palace-style ancient architectural complex among Chinese imperial mausoleums and temples. It is an important manifestation of ancestral culture and a specimen for the study of creation culture and Yixue culture. On the first and fifteenth day of every lunar month, especially between February 2 and March 3 of the lunar calendar, millions of people from all over the world flock here to search for their roots and pay homage to their ancestors. There is also a pruning park in the mausoleum area featuring the art of pine and cypress sculptures. There are more than 200 kinds of pine and cypress shapes in the park, which is praised as a "wonder in the world" by tourists and garden experts at home and abroad. The unique shapes, variety and scale of pine and cypress prunings are rare in the country. Longhu is a national wetland park, a national water conservancy scenic spot, an inland freshwater lake surrounding the city, and a natural ecological lake. It is known as the "Pearl of the Central Plains" and the "Inland Wonder". There are many national key protected bird species resting and overwintering here. The scenery of Longhu Lake is beautiful, with flowers in spring and lotus in summer, cattails in autumn and snow in winter. It is suitable to visit in all seasons. At the same time, lakeside trails, bird watching platforms, lotus gardens, waterfront squares, water Cruise, water bicycles and other projects have been built to meet the needs of tourists for water recreation. From July to September every year, tens of thousands of tourists come here This is a lotus reward.Zhoukou · 30.4km from Xiangcheng
Longmen Grottoes
One of the four major grottoes of China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Longmen Grottoes are a trove of 1000 years of Buddhist art treasures. Bounded by the Yi River, the caverns are divided into two sections at East Hill and West Hill. The caverns at East Hill contain mostly Tang dynasty (618-907) works, while the caverns at West Hill were cut out during the Northern, Sui, and Tang dynasties and contain the carvings that are most representative of the site. The Buddha and bodhisattva sculptures that inhabit the caverns are carved into an endless variety of poses and expressions of mercy and kindness, while the caves themselves lend a stately and dignified atmosphere. The artistry of these sculptures is truly a priceless inheritance of Buddhist art.China · Luoyang
Millennium City Park
Millennium City Park is located by the Longting Lake in Kaifeng, a large-scale historical and cultural theme park that faithfully recreates the Northern Song Dynasty's capital based on the famous painting "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" by artist Zhang Zeduan, following the original layout at a 1:1 scale. The park is divided into two sections by the Shuangting Bridge: the southern area recreates the bustling urban life of Bianjing, with taverns, teahouses, pawnshops, and artisan workshops lining the streets, where peddlers with shoulder poles and shouting shop assistants move about; while the northern area features imperial gardens, with lakeside halls and quadrangular courtyards standing by the water. Staff and vendors throughout the park wear Song-style attire, accompanied by ancient music and the rhythmic sounds of bells and drums, creating the illusion of "stepping into a painting and traveling back a thousand years in a single day." The architecture here offers visually striking highlights: the Rainbow Bridge spanning the Bian River replicates the famous bridge from ancient paintings, arching like a rainbow—watching grain barges pass beneath recreates the painting's ambiance. Fuyun Pavilion towers above all other structures with its crimson facade and golden-roofed eaves, offering panoramic garden views. The reconstructed Shangshan Gate mirrors Kaifeng's Northern Song dynasty city gates, standing majestic with resplendent paintings as the garden's most imposing structure. Waterside pavilions like Shuixin Xie, Double Pavilion Bridge, and Nine Dragons Bridge dot the emerald waters in picturesque harmony. The daytime highlight is the scattered live performances throughout the park: "Judge Bao inspecting the Bian River grain transport" unfolds on the water by Rainbow Bridge, "Squire Wang's daughter seeking a husband" brings the embroidered ball tossing matchmaking to the streets, and "Yue Fei unhorsing Prince Xiao Liang" stirs up dust with galloping hooves in the drill ground. Folk performances like cockfighting, stilt walking, cuju (ancient football), and pan drumming are interspersed throughout. Families with children can visit Fun Garden and Great Song Games to try archery, dart throwing, rope climbing, and hoop diving—experiencing every Song dynasty game from a thousand years ago—or dress in period costumes at Square Courtyard to take mock imperial exams. Street-side workshops showcase folk crafts like Bian embroidery, Zhuxian Town woodblock prints, official kiln porcelain, and dough figurines, where visitors can watch artisans at work. The park takes on a different face after nightfall: red lanterns light up one after another, and the streets are ablaze with lights, making it seem like a completely different place from daytime. The large-scale water show "Northern Song Dynasty: Splendid Dreams of Dongjing" is performed on Jinglong Lake. The entire show is connected by eight classic Song Dynasty poems and a scroll of "Along the River During the Qingming Festival," transporting the audience back to Dongjing of the Northern Song Dynasty a thousand years ago. The performance lasts approx. 70 minutes, and many travelers specifically reserve their itinerary for the evening to wait for this show. After the performance, you might as well climb the Shangshan Gate tower to overlook the park scenery and the night view of Kaifeng under the lights. Dining in the park is also convenient: the snack street and night market around the Dongjing food area gather Kaifeng snacks like soup dumplings and mutton pancake, perfect for eating while strolling; for a proper sit-down meal, head to Sunyang Restaurant, a recreation of the "main shop" depicted in paintings, and try traditional Henan dishes such as soup dumplings and carp with noodles.China · Kaifeng
Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
It is said that Laojun Attraction is the place where Li Er (Laozi), the founder of Taoism, practiced in seclusion. During the Northern Wei Dynasty, a temple was built in the mountain to commemorate it. Later, it was named "the famous mountain in the world" and has always been popular. The mountain is lush with trees and picturesque, and mountain springs can be seen everywhere. In the golden autumn, this is the best choice for viewing red leaves in the Souvenir areas. After the rain, Laojun Mountain is surrounded by clouds and mist in each peak, like a fairyland in the sky. The Attraction area is huge and is mainly divided into the main Laojun Mountain Attraction in the center, the Dream Valley Attraction in the west, and the Zhaigou Attraction Area in the east. Generally, tourists will spend a day to visit the main Laojun Mountain Attraction, which is also the most developed area of the entire Attraction. If you go to the top of the mountain, you will also have the opportunity to see the beautiful sea of clouds, sunrise, and sunset. The main Attraction of Laojun Mountain includes Zhongtianmen, Jinding, Laojun Temple, Nantianmen, Yuhuangding and Mazongling. Since its construction in the Northern Wei Dynasty, Laojun Temple has been the center of worship for pilgrims from the Central Plains; the Taoist temple on Yuhuangding enshrines the Jade Emperor and is also a good place to view the scenery in the mountain; Jinding and Mazongling are good places to watch the sunrise and the sea of clouds. Recommended itinerary: Day Trips Most tourists choose to spend a day to visit the main Attraction of Laojun Mountain. Lingguan Hall - the statue of Laojun at the foot of the mountain - Lincu Hall - Zhongtianmen - tree-lined trail - Lying Yunsong - Bodhisattva Hall - Laojun Temple, Jinding - Yuhuangding, and then return along the original route. Tourists can choose to walk the whole way or take a "walk + cable car" tour of Laojun Mountain according to their own conditions. There is the Zhongling Cableway of the Attraction between the Lingguan Temple at the foot of the mountain and the Zhongtian Gate on the mountainside. Take the Zhongling Cableway and then walk from Zhongtian Gate to the top of the mountain, Yuhuang Peak. The road from Zhongtian Gate to the top of the mountain is not very steep and can usually be completed in about an hour. Two-day tour If you have enough time, you can spend two days to visit Laojun Mountain. The general route is: D1: Visit the main Attraction of Laojun Mountain and stay in the mountain that night. D2: From the top of Laojun Mountain, choose to go down the mountain to the Dream Valley in the west or the Zhaigou Attraction in the east, and arrive at the west gate and east gate of the Attraction respectively. In the main Attraction of Laojun Mountain, you can stay near Zhongtianmen on the mountainside and Laojun Temple on the top of the mountain. There are hotels near Zhongtianmen with better accommodation conditions, while the accommodation conditions Souvenir Laojun Temple are relatively poor. If you plan to go to the top of the mountain to watch the sunrise the next morning, you can stay Souvenir Laojun Temple. Compared with the Zhaigou Attraction in the east, the mountain roads in Dream Chasing Valley are smoother, and tourists can choose one of them to go down the mountain according to their preferences. There are many places in the Attraction that can provide Dining services for tourists, but the signboards on some sections of the road in the Attraction are not yet very complete, so tourists need to pay more attention when visiting.China · Luanchuan
Song Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort
Song Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort is located in the northern part of the old city of Kaifeng, precisely on the site of the imperial palace of the Northern Song Dynasty's Dongjing city. The millennium-old central axis of Kaifeng runs through this area, making it the core zone of the royal culture of the Song Dynasty. Here, you can find the Song-style imperial architecture of the Longting attraction, the tales of the Yang Family Generals at Tianbo Yang's residence, and the calligraphic steles of Han Yuan Stele Forest. The Shuanglong Lane historical and cultural block, 960 Cultural and Creative Park, and Qisheng Corner have transformed old streets and courtyards into Song-style blocks perfect for leisurely exploration. The resort also connects a series of Song culture attractions: Wansui Mountain Great Song Martial Arts City stages year-round martial arts live shows and intangible cultural heritage iron fireworks, while historic sites like the Iron Pagoda, Kaifeng city wall, Zhouqiao and Bian River ruins, Shanshangan Guild Hall, Yanqing Taoist Temple, and Fan Pagoda are scattered across the old city, along with niche spots like the underground wartime grain storage. These places are hard to cover in one day, so we recommend focusing on two or three key sites. After dark, a different experience awaits as the attractions light up in unison. Boarding a painted pleasure boat on the Great Song Imperial River to watch the illuminated pavilions and towers sway with the rippling water is a popular nightlife option here.China · Kaifeng
Wansuishan Martial Arts City
Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City is located in the Wansui Mountain tourist area in the northwest of Kaifeng city. It is a large tourist area built with the background of Song Dynasty culture and martial arts culture. There are antique and charming Song Dynasty garden streets and alleys in the scenic area. There are wonderful martial arts and ancient costume performances all year round, as well as rich entertainment facilities. It is a good place for relaxation and entertainment Souvenir Kaifeng, Zhengzhou and other places. When visiting the Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City, the first thing you feel is the beautiful scenery of the scenic spot. The entire martial arts city has created the atmosphere of the Song Dynasty, including the Wansui Temple, which reproduces the glory of the thousand-year-old ancient temple in the Song Dynasty, the Dragon Altar that embodies the spirit of Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism, the intact ancient city wall ruins of the Ming and Qing Dynasties that have been preserved in the world, and one of the largest man-made streams and waterfalls in China. Many landscapes such as "Jiulong Waterfall" are very eye-catching. What's rare is that there is also a very large forest and green space in the scenic area, which is quiet and quiet. There are flowers in bloom every suitable season, which is very suitable for photography. After that, tourists will notice the unique martial arts features in the scenic spot. There are 36 martial arts-themed plays performed here year round (about 60 per day), such as "Cross Slope", "Wu Song Drunk Beats Chiang Menshen", "Wild Boar Forest" and so on. The themed drama is quite exciting and must not be missed when you come here; and interactive performances such as "Martial Arts Film and Television Experience Hall", "Wu Zhuangyuan" and "Li Kui's Case" can also allow tourists to participate in martial arts stories, which is full of fun. There are also many elements of martial arts in the architectural design of the scenic spot, such as the martial arts road with large weapons such as the "Yitian Sword" and the "Bawang Sword", the "Knight's Picture" of the Song Dynasty Martial Arts Hall, the "Sword Altar" on the cross slope, and the "Sword Altar" on the cross slope. Xianzhuang, Wulin venue and other places are unique. In addition, during the Spring Festival every year, Wansui Mountain holds a large-scale temple fair, with grand performances, rich snacks, dazzling handicrafts and unique entertainment activities. The atmosphere is warm and it has become one of the most popular temple fairs in the Central Plains. one.China · Kaifeng
Henan Museum
Located in the city of Zhengzhou, Henan Museum has a rich collection of exhibits displaying Henan's 5,000-year history and offering a window into traditional Henanese culture. The museum has eight exhibition halls that can be visited in chronological order. The collection includes several national treasures, including the lotus crane vase, cloud copper chest, Saohao vase, Jiahu bone flute, Wushu copper plate and more. Be sure to visit them all.China · Zhengzhou
Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)
During the Northern Song dynasty, Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace) was where Bao Zheng, the renowned "Justice Bao," served as the prefect. The original Kaifeng Fu of the Song dynasty was long destroyed by floods. What travelers see today is a recently reconstructed artificial ancient-style attraction. The gate of Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace) faces south, and travelers enter the attraction from here to begin their visit. The attraction is centered on buildings such as the main hall, conference hall, and Meihua hall, flanked by Kaifeng Fu-Tianqing temple, Mingli courtyard, Kaifeng Fu-Qianlong palace, Qingxin tower,Prison, Yingwu Tower, Yinbin Hall, and other halls of various sizes. Each hall is relatively small in scale. Travelers can follow the attraction map to visit the attractions along the central axis before exploring some attractions on both sides. Travelers can view the interior scenes of a Northern Song government office in the main hall and council chamber along the central axis. In the plum blossom hall in the northern part of the attraction, there are recreated scenes of Judge Bao adjudicating cases while "sitting southward in the yamen," complete with wax figures. West of the main gate, the view includes a prison office, Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)-prison temple, death row cells, and gendered prison cells—all arranged with sculptures, torture devices, and scenes reflecting the penal administration of the Northern Song period. In the Qianlong hall and Qingxin tower east of the central axis, travelers can see statues of emperors Taizong, Zhenzong, and Qinzong of the Song dynasty, along with biographical introductions of all Kaifeng magistrates from the Northern Song era. Travelers can also watch many historical reenactment performances when visiting the attraction, such as "Yamen opening ceremony" and "Judge Bao presiding over a case".China · Kaifeng
Nandun Ancient City
Nandun Ancient City is located in the northeast corner of Si Laojie Village, Nandun Town, Xiangcheng City, Henan Province. The transportation of the site is very convenient: it is 2 kilometers away from Daguang Expressway in the west, 500 meters away from Luofu Railway in the west, 6 kilometers away from Luoning Expressway in the north, and adjacent to the suburb of Xiangcheng City in the east, surrounded by plains. The site is a large-scale historical and cultural site group, including the Xia and Shang era sites, the site of the ancient city of Nandun, the ancient tombs of the ancient city of Nandun, the ancient tombs of the ancient city of Nandun, the ruins of Guangwutai and the Guangwu Temple Buildings and other historically important relics and cultural relics. The era of the site spans a wide range, from the Xia and Shang periods to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty. During the Xia and Shang dynasties, humans gathered and lived here. In 1005 BC, King Cheng of Zhou went on an expedition. In order to capture the old business people here, he entrusted his descendants with the surname Ji to build a son-in-law in Shangshui County, which is adjacent to the northwest. During the Spring and Autumn Period, the country of Dunzi moved south to this place to build a new capital called Nantun. In 496 BC, Chu destroyed Dun, and the people of Dun were reduced to Chu slaves, and Dundu was left to later generations. The Qin Dynasty established Nandun Township, which belonged to Chen County. The Emperor of the Western Han Dynasty set up Nandun County and extended it to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty. This 400-year-old old city was rebuilt. Liu Qin, the father of Liu Xiu, Emperor Guangwu of the Eastern Han Dynasty, was the magistrate of Nanton, and Liu Xiu lived with his father in Nanton. After the "Rejuvenation of the Han Dynasty", in the nineteenth year of Jianwu's reign, he drove to Nanton, and the people of Nanton built a platform to celebrate in the city. Liu Xiunian thought of his father's old love, and exempted Nanton from the land rent for two years. Thanks to the people of Dunn from generation to generation, they built a temple on Guangwu Terrace to worship him. It has been destroyed and repaired for more than two thousand years, and the incense has not faded. In 1986, the ruins of Nanton Ancient City were announced by the Henan Provincial People's Government as a provincial-level cultural relics protection unit.Xiangcheng · 3.9km from downtown
Free things to do in Xiangcheng
Yuanshikai Former Residence
Xiangcheng · 16.1km from downtownTaihao Fuxiling Mausoleum Cultural Tourism Area
Zhoukou · 30.4km from XiangchengLongmen Grottoes
China · LuoyangImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeMillennium City Park
China · KaifengImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeLaojun Mountain Scenic Spot
China · LuanchuanSong Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort
China · KaifengWansuishan Martial Arts City
China · KaifengImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeHenan Museum
China · ZhengzhouKaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)
China · KaifengImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeNandun Ancient City
Xiangcheng · 3.9km from downtown
What travellers say about Xiangcheng
武汉老龙1 May 2021
4.0
Yuan Shikai's former residence, also known as Yuanzhai Ancient Residence, is a national key cultural relic protection unit. Although it is the May Day holiday, because of its remote location, there are not many tourists, it is suitable for a leisurely tour and to supplement some historical and folklore knowledge. A history of the Yuan family's rise to wealth, half of the history of the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China.
Yuanshikai Former Residence
M43***4324 August 2026
5.0
The environment inside is excellent, and there's even a unique garden called Duxiu Garden. The restrooms are also very clean. Offering incense at Taihao Mausoleum is free, which is better than many other tourist attractions, some of which charge exorbitant prices for incense.
Taihao Fuxiling Mausoleum Cultural Tourism Area
Hazel_Zayne14 October 2026
5.0
The Vairocana Buddha is truly breathtaking. History buffs can hire a guide, but regular tourists can explore on their own (I listened to a 2-hour guided tour but didn't remember much...). In short, seeing the Buddha is worth it. The night view is beautiful, the scenic area isn't large, and the layout is simple and logical—perfect for lazy people! ✌️
Longmen Grottoes
木木猪14 October 2026
5.0
The overall atmosphere is good, and you can interact with NPCs. If you don't like watching plays, you can also watch the lights at night. The iron flower performance and the Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens wire stunts are really good. You can stay at a hotel nearby.
Millennium City Park
Anonymous user14 October 2026
5.0
A journey to witness the magnificent beauty of Laozi! This day trip to Laozi Mountain was exceptionally satisfying 👍 The itinerary was well-paced, with no shopping stops. The tour guide was attentive and responsible, providing advance notice of climbing precautions and delivering engaging and entertaining explanations. The ten-mile-long painted screen of peaks was breathtakingly beautiful, the Golden Summit Taoist temple was majestic and awe-inspiring, and the swirling clouds and mist created a fairyland-like atmosphere. A truly worthwhile trip, highly recommended, I would definitely come again! Our tour guide, Fang Yuan, thoughtfully arranged transportation for those leaving early.
Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
M55***2018 August 2026
5.0
It's very worthwhile, but it's also very crowded, which might slightly detract from the overall experience. However, the people are incredibly welcoming, and there are many beautiful spots for taking photos. The food is also affordable and inexpensive, which kids enjoy. I'll definitely go back when it's less crowded.
Song Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort
Anonymous user10 October 2026
4.0
Honestly, the free Eiffel Tower Park was quite nice, and it's the only authentic structure preserved for over 900 years. The park isn't large, but the environment is pleasant. Wansui Mountain was incredibly crowded; it was impossible to book a performance. Even watching Wang Po's performance was a sea of people, three or four layers deep. There were quite a few performances along the way, but they weren't very good. The night view, however, was quite beautiful.
Wansuishan Martial Arts City
268***267 October 2026
5.0
The Henan Museum is very large and has a wide variety of exhibits. The guides are detailed and comprehensive, and they clearly explain the stories behind the artifacts. I highly recommend hiring a guide when you visit, as it's easy to rush through things on your own.
Henan Museum
Anonymous user12 October 2026
5.0
Those who have seen Bao Zheng (a famous Chinese judge) will have a different perspective on this. It's quite entertaining and interactive, with many performers who can participate. There are also many performances throughout the scenic area, so keep an eye out for the notice boards.
Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)
_We***364 July 2025
5.0
The ancient city of Nandun includes the ruins of Nandun during the Xia and Shang dynasties, the ruins of the ancient city of Nandun, the existing city walls of the ancient city of Nandun, the ancient tombs of Nandun, the ruins of Guangwu Terrace, the Guangwu Temple and other architectural historical sites and cultural relics. Due to long-term flood erosion and human damage, the east, south and west sides of the city wall have been razed to the ground, and only one section of the north wall remains, which is 251 meters long, 7 meters at the highest point and 10 meters at the widest point. The bottom layer of the old city wall is the ruins of the Xia and Shang dynasties.
Nandun Ancient City
