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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Qin County [2025]
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
48596 reviews
9.0
From KRW 17579
Based on 1,619 reviews
Longmen Station/Municipal government | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0379-65980972
Address: 13 Long Men Zhong Jie, Luolong District, Luoyang, Henan, China, 471023
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
View grottoes on 1 km of cliffs along the Yi River
1 km cliffs & grottoes
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From daytime to nightfall and lighting, Longmen Grottoes is worth a visit. However, if you are not bringing children, it is recommended not to visit during winter and summer vacations. It is full of people and most children are not interested. At the same time, you must ask for explanations, and you will feel it after listening.
The Longmen Grottoes are truly breathtaking and a truly treasured attraction worth a visit!
A World Cultural Heritage site, this site boasts a rich history. Construction began when Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty relocated the capital to Luoyang. Over 400 years of construction spanning seven dynasties, it has shaped a vast and extensive cliff carving complex. With 2,345 existing caves and niches, over 100,000 statues, and over 2,800 inscriptions, it is the world's largest open-air museum of stone carvings and has been recognized by UNESCO as "the pinnacle of Chinese stone carving."
The carvings within the grottoes are exquisite, and the Buddha statues vary in form, ranging from the Central Plains style of the Northern Wei Dynasty, characterized by "slender figures and wide robes," to the Tang Dynasty, characterized by "voluptuous figures and rounded features." Each statue seems to tell a story spanning thousands of years. The Vairocana Buddha statue at Fengxian Temple is particularly breathtaking, its delicate carving and benevolent expression demonstrating a high level of artistic artistry.
In addition to its rich cultural heritage, the Longmen Grottoes boast stunning natural scenery. "Longmen Mountain Scenery" has long been considered one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Luoyang. Green mountains stand face each other on both sides of the Yi River, adorned with verdant pines and cypresses, and dotted with pavilions and towers. Strolling through the landscape feels like stepping into a beautiful landscape painting.
The scenic area also offers exceptional service. As China's first "Internet+" smart scenic spot, it offers convenient services such as WeChat ticket purchase, QR code entry, and smart parking, making your visit even more enjoyable and relaxing. The staff are attentive and enthusiastic, and their detailed and professional explanations allow visitors to gain a deep understanding of the historical and cultural significance of the Longmen Grottoes.
In short, the Longmen Grottoes are truly first-class in terms of historical and cultural value, artistic charm, and natural beauty, and are well worth a visit!
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Hukou Scenic Area
4.7
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15918 reviews
8.6
From KRW 17342
Based on 213 reviews
Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0357-7955000
Address: Yanhu Road, Hukou Town, Jixian County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Spring & fall thunderous waterfall
See the Thundering Falls in spring and fall
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I've heard the Yellow River Cantata, a tribute to the Mother River, countless times since childhood, but I've never had the chance to experience it myself. This time, I chose to view it from the Linfen, Shanxi, side for a more spectacular vantage point. I was truly blown away by the sheer majesty of China's second-largest waterfall!
🎫 Travel Tips:
1️⃣ Tickets are generally not difficult to buy, unless it's a special national holiday. The 120 yuan ticket includes the scenic shuttle bus. We bought same-day tickets, and buying earlier offers better deals.
2️⃣ You'll usually have to wait in line for the scenic shuttle bus, but once you get off and enter the scenic area, there's actually no line. Just follow the flow and follow the itinerary. The initial plank road, with its relatively calm waters, might make many first-time visitors think, "That's it?!" However, as you walk deeper, the view opens up. As you get deeper into the Hukou area, the river roars and surges, sending mist splashing onto those on the shore. The feeling of bathing in the Yellow River water is truly a unique "baptism"! ;
3️⃣ Near the waterfall, there are many donkeys dressed in Shaanxi costumes. It costs 20 yuan to pose for a photo, or 60 yuan to pose and stroll around. If you're interested, you can adapt to the local customs.
🚗 Transportation: We chartered a car from Taiyuan, passing through Xiaoxitian Temple in Xi County and then to Hukou Waterfall in Linfen. This is a long journey, so driving or chartering a car is recommended for more flexibility and cost-effectiveness. If you're traveling with a small group, you can also join one of the small day tours from Taiyuan, Pingyao, or Linfen.
🍜 Nearby Dining: There are many restaurants and B&Bs within 3-5 kilometers of the scenic area. We chose Yangji Fishing House, a favorite among celebrities. Their signature dishes, such as the Yellow River Carp (two-in-one dish), potato pudding, scrambled eggs with ground cabbage, and Yellow River fried shrimp, are must-try dishes on every table. The owner is also very friendly, which is why we have so many repeat customers.
⚠️ Tips:
1️⃣ The Yellow River bathing experience is quite thrilling. It's recommended not to wear white clothes or you'll get covered in mud.
2️⃣ If you're on a similar itinerary to Xiaoxitian (Little Western Paradise), be sure to avoid the freshly squeezed pear juice sold on the roadside at the entrance. While Xixian County is known for its abundant Yu Lu pears, a glass of pure juice from 3-4 large pears 🍐 is delicious, but it can leave you feeling awful within an hour, especially if you have a weak stomach. Several of us spent the entire trip admiring the Yellow River's water, constantly wary of the "turbulent Yellow River water" in our stomachs. Those who understand naturally understand [facepalm].
The scenery is still spectacular, but it's a bit far. The round trip journey takes at least 4 hours, 2 hours to play, and 45 minutes to eat. Since we are here, we went to the dragon cave below, which costs 20 yuan.
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.5
/5
19650 reviews
8.6
From KRW 24024
Based on 1,380 reviews
Inside Pingyao Ancient City | 67.7 km from downtown
Phone 0354-5690000
Address: No. 58 Zhaobi South Street, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Enjoy stunning sunset views from the city wall in the evening
World-class photography exhibition
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As an ancient city in the north, U has history, precipitation, and its own tone. But the regret is the consumption in the scenic spots, especially the money houses. It feels very bad to buy gold ingots.
Generally speaking it's OK, the transportation is relatively convenient, but try not to take the sightseeing bus or chartered bus, as they will rip you off and end up taking you to buy wine and vinegar and rip you off. Although the ticket for the Encore Pingyao performance is a bit expensive, it is very shocking and touching, and definitely worth seeing!
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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
12312 reviews
8.6
From KRW 15415
Based on 119 reviews
Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4006088608
Address: In Jinci Park, Jinyuan District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Growing Buddhist Relics Tower overlooking Jinci's panorama
Jinci's Three Treasures showcase ancient architectural charm
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Entering the garden, a sense of time and space washes over you. The profound and ancient scenery invites a sigh of admiration for the wisdom and ingenuity of our ancestors. Walking slowly and carefully with awe, the slanting wind and drizzle cannot conceal a sense of melancholy. So many memories of the past are scattered among the flowers, plants, carved railings and painted buildings. The feeling of helplessness of picking up flowers in the morning and picking them up in the evening embodies the saying, "The carved railings and jade steps should still be there, only their faces have changed." The passage of history is ultimately just the passing dust of time and space, each brick and tile telling the story of joys and sorrows.
Enter the Jinci Museum through the beautiful park. The exquisite architecture and vivid clay sculptures make people linger. There are rest corridors everywhere in the scenic area, which is very friendly to the elderly and children.
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Millennium City Park
4.5
/5
18434 reviews
8.5
From KRW 23122
Based on 264 reviews
Millennium City Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0371-25663819
Address: No. 5, Longting West Road, Longting District, Kaifeng City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
View ancient river scenery
Evening shows & performances
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The scenic area is well planned, with performances one after another. If you watch them all, you really won't have enough time. The Jingdong Defense War and Yue Fei's spear-to-kill Liang Wang are worth seeing, but you won't be able to see them if it's too crowded late. The snacks inside are rich and inexpensive, and the overall impression is very good.
Qingming Shanghe Park has many performances and a large park, making it worth a visit. The "Dream of the Capital of the Song Dynasty" performance is magnificent and rich in content, and is recommended. In the summer, during the daytime, there are cooling sprays. Popular performances such as "Iron Flower" and "Yue Fei Challenges the Young King of Liang" are recommended to arrive early to reserve seats.
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Little Western Paradise
4.8
/5
3016 reviews
8.2
From KRW 6744
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0357-6733033
Address: Xiaoxitian, Xicheng Qu, Beijing Shi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
Highlights:
Check out Black Myth: Wukong
Ancient Zen temple from Ming
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It's a shocking place. There are fewer people around 8:30 in the morning compared to other times (tour groups can't arrive that early). After 10:00, there are too many people and it's difficult to park the car later.
It's definitely worth a visit! Amazing! If you drive, park at P2 and walk about 15 minutes to the entrance. The freshly squeezed pear juice is amazing, only 10 yuan a cup, a great price!
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Wanshuishanwuxiacheng
4.7
/5
12101 reviews
8.2
From KRW 19076
Based on 5 reviews
The old area of henan university | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0371-22203006
Address: Middle section of Tokyo Avenue, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province (opposite to Kaifeng Municipal Party School)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Central performances & snacks festival
Large festival & unique performances
Saved by 134 users10479 positive reviews
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This was my kids' favorite scenic spot on this trip. They couldn't get enough of it in just three days, and even after leaving for several days, they kept nagging about going back. The scenic area really offers performances of all sizes, and the quality is excellent. The NPCs are very engaging and interactive. It's absolutely worth it, and the ticket price is very affordable. Five-star rating.
In the central Water Margin and Xianxia areas, there must be a stage within a hundred meters, and there must be a performance on the stage, no matter how many or few spectators there are. Moreover, the performances are not repeated, and there will be different performances at different time periods. Many times, when we walk around after watching a performance, there will be a different performance when we come back, so we will not be bored at all.
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Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River
4.6
/5
12705 reviews
8.2
From KRW 17579
Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0911-4838030
Address: Yanhu Road, Hukou Town, Yichuan County, Yan'an City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Feel waterfall's power up close
Hukou Waterfall panoramic view
Saved by 206 users8357 positive reviews
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It was a very satisfying trip. Master Li was very considerate and attentive in his service. He patiently explained the various attractions along the way. The one-day trip was very compact and reasonable, allowing us to spend a pleasant and fulfilling day.
The Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River is located in the Yellow River bed of the Qin-Jin Grand Canyon. To the east of the waterfall lies the Linfen area of Shanxi Province, and to the west lies Yichuan County, Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province. The Shaanxi section of Hukou Waterfall is approximately 35 kilometers east of Yichuan County, Yan'an City. Due to the heavy sediment carried by the Yellow River, this waterfall boasts a rare golden color.
As the Yellow River roars through the Qin-Jin Gorge, its width abruptly narrows from over 400 meters to 50 meters, pouring into a 30-meter stone trough. Its shape, resembling a teapot pouring water, earns it the name Hukou Waterfall. Here, the Yellow River is gathered by the canyon, converging into a single stream, roaring down and plunging into a deep pool, creating a magnificent spectacle. Observing from the riverside, one cannot help but be struck by the awe. This spot is hailed as the "national spirit," the "Soul of the Yellow River," and a symbol of the Chinese nation's courageous spirit.
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Unique Henan Land of Dramas
4.8
/5
5535 reviews
8.1
From KRW 57804
>100 km from downtown
Phone 4000001992
Address: Northwest corner of the intersection of Ping'an Avenue and Guangxin Street, Zhongmu County, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
High-tech & Henan's cultural essence
56 drama spaces let you be the star
Saved by 231 users5194 positive reviews
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The park is clean and tidy. Although the weather is hot, the waiting time is acceptable. Most of the park has sheds to shade the sun.
A breathtaking experience! This immersive journey through the loess labyrinth interweaves grand narratives (famine, sacrifice, and resilience) with microcosmic details (such as those of Lijia Village and the train station), striking the heart. It deeply reveals Henan's memory of suffering and resilience, and passionately celebrates the cultural roots and endless vitality of the Central Plains. Innovative in form and powerful in emotion, it evokes a profound resonance of land, history, and life.
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Wutai Mountain
4.6
/5
8012 reviews
8.1
From KRW 9766
Based on 439 reviews
Wuye Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone 18634384269
Address: 205 Provincial Rd, Wutai Xian, Xinzhou Shi, Shanxi Sheng, China, 035515
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Highlights:
Pilgrimage to five unique peaks
Panoramic view of Mount Wutai
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If you have faith, go to Mount Wutai. If you like taking photos, go to Mount Wutai. If you hike, you must climb to the Big Snail Peak. Climb the 1,008 steps to see all the other mountains. The mountain is in the clouds, the temple is in the mountain, and you are in the temple.
🌿 August Zhangzhou Wutai Mountain Travel Review 🌿 1️⃣ The climate is pleasant, the summer resort Wutai Mountain has a high altitude, and the average temperature in August is between 10℃-20℃, and the maximum temperature rarely exceeds 25℃. It is a great choice for summer summer in North China. 2️⃣ The Buddhist culture is deep as the head of China's four famous Buddhist mountains, and Wutai Mountain has a rich Buddhist cultural heritage. Xiantong Temple, Tayuan Temple, Bodhisattva Ding and other temples have a long history and magnificent architecture, which is a good place to feel Buddhist culture. 3️⃣ Wutai Mountain is composed of a series of mountains and peaks. The top of the five platforms has a wide view and spectacular scenery. Dongtai Wanghaifeng can watch the sunrise and clouds. Beitai Yedoufeng is the highest peak in North China, and it has snow all year round. 4️⃣ Convenient transportation from Taiyuan Wusu Airport by bus to Wutai Mountain Scenic Area, about 3 hours by car; from Beijing Liuliqiao by long-distance bus, about 5 hours by car, convenient transportation. 5️⃣ Rich activities - Tour to Taiwan: You can choose to walk five Taiwans, the whole journey is about 50 kilometers, it takes 2-3 days to experience a deep pilgrimage. - Zen beauty hotel: The top of the mountain temple can hang orders to stay and experience the temple life; there are many Zen homestays to choose from at the foot of the mountain. 6️⃣ Practical Tips - Tickets: 135 yuan in peak season, 118 yuan in off-season, half price for students and the elderly. - Accommodation: It is recommended to book in advance, especially in peak season. - Food: The price of food and beverages in the scenic area is high, it is recommended to bring some dry food and water. 🌟 In summary, Wutai Mountain is a place that integrates natural scenery and Buddhist culture. Whether it is summer vacation, pilgrimage or hiking, it can meet your needs.
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