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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yanjin [2025]
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
48738 reviews
9.0
From CNY 90.00
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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Who understands the truly breathtaking Longmen Grottoes?
As soon as you enter the scenic area, the emerald waters of the Yi River flow through, verdant mountains on either side face each other, and the grottoes, like a honeycomb, nestle on the cliff face. The magnificent "Longmen Mountain Scenery" instantly unfolds before your eyes, truly worthy of being one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Luoyang.
Entering the grottoes, the Buddha statues are exquisitely carved, their splendor unfading after millennia of age. Guyang Cave, the earliest excavated cave, boasts intricate and intricate decorations. The "Twenty Pieces of Longmen," a collection of inscriptions on Buddhist niches and statues in Wei stele script, is a true gem of calligraphy. Binyang Middle Cave is magnificent and exquisite. Although its relief mural "Emperor and Empress Worshiping Buddha" has been lost overseas, the grandeur of the scene can still be imagined from historical records, a sentiment both lamentable and admirable to the ancient craftsmanship. The Wanfo Caves boast over 15,000 small Buddha statues arranged in neat rows, each with its own unique posture. Though somewhat damaged, the "most beautiful Guanyin" statue at Longmen is still breathtakingly beautiful with its graceful form and intricate carvings. Fengxian Temple is undoubtedly the highlight. The main Buddha, Vairocana, stands 17.14 meters tall, with a benevolent face and compassionate eyes. Radiating sunlight, it feels as if one is meeting the wisdom of millennia. The eight surrounding statues, ranging from pious to majestic, form a breathtaking artistic ensemble.
The scenic area also offers attentive service, with clear signage and detailed explanations. Whether you hire a guide or use the electronic guide, you can gain a deep understanding of the history and culture behind the grottoes. The surrounding facilities are well-equipped, and there are always places to rest and eat when you're tired.
Longmen Grottoes are not only a treasure of art, but also a testament to history. A visit here to experience the wisdom and ingenuity of the ancients is truly worthwhile. I highly recommend this experience!
I have wanted to go to Longmen Grottoes for several years and finally realized my wish. The brother who gave the explanation was also very good. The Buddhist shrines with historical charm can definitely shock our hearts. The shock can only be felt by seeing it with your own eyes. It is so heavy.
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Mount Taishan
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/5
31379 reviews
8.8
From CNY 115.00
Based on 1,699 reviews
Jade Emperor Peak/Mount Tai Peak Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0538-96008888
Address: Taishan District, Tai'an City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Mount Tai's Winter Rime Ice Spectacular
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Before the climb, I heard there wouldn't be a sunrise for several days, and the tickets were sold out after a few people hiked in the middle of the night.
I started my climb from Hongmen at 5:45 and reached Yuhuangding around 10:00.
It wasn't hot without the sun, but it was still quite cold at the top.
I hated the porters the most. They carried things down the mountain and yelled at tourists to make way. The 115 yuan ticket was just a matter of watching their faces.
Mount Tai is worth recommending a visit🤙👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!
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Laojunshan Mountain Scenic Spot
4.6
/5
11394 reviews
8.6
Laojunshan Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0379-66873890
Address: Laojun Mountain, Geological Square, Luanchuan County, Luoyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Cable car & hike to peak
Rich geological sites with caves & peaks
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Laojun Mountain has beautiful scenery, but it's quite high, so I recommend taking the first-level cable car. Otherwise, the climb to the middle of the mountain takes four to five hours, and there's no scenery along the way! There are many steps between the first and second-level cable cars, so it's not recommended for the elderly or young children, as it's physically demanding. However, the scenery along the way is quite good! The section from the Ten-Li Painting Screen to the Golden Summit is a must-see. However, our hike was foggy and rainy, so it was a bit disappointing to enjoy the distant scenery. I'll definitely come back again!
It's definitely worth the trip. My family of four had a fantastic experience visiting Laojun Mountain! It was a refreshing escape from the summer heat. We took the cable car to the summit, then hiked to admire the sea of clouds. The Golden Summit Taoist temple complex was breathtaking and magnificent. The kids were thrilled to try their hand at the cliff walk, and the whole family exclaimed, "This wonderland truly lives up to its reputation!"
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.5
/5
19719 reviews
8.6
From CNY 123.00
Based on 1,380 reviews
Inside Pingyao Ancient City | >100 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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Pingyao Ancient City's well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty appearance is breathtaking, with majestic city walls and quaint streets. As the birthplace of Shanxi merchants, it boasts a wealth of historical relics, including banknote exchanges and escort agencies, showcasing ancient Chinese finance and market culture. This rich historical heritage makes it a highly recommended visit.
You absolutely have to buy a pass, otherwise what's the point of visiting? Even with a pass, you wouldn't be able to see everything in two days. My favorite part is the Ma Family Courtyard. The county government office is huge, and you can see the prison, something ordinary people couldn't see before. Exit the South Gate before 8 p.m. and wait for the light show.
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Millennium City Park
4.5
/5
18553 reviews
8.5
From CNY 120.00
Based on 264 reviews
Millennium City Park | 39 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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There are many activities in the scenic area. If you want to see a big show, you have to enter the scenic area early. If you feel too hot, enter the scenic area in the evening. You can follow the scenic area's official account to see the performance program and specific time and location. The night view is beautiful and there are wonderful shows in the evening. But I was too tired to leave the scenic area at 19:30. I regret it and will come again next time.
The value for money was excellent, exceeding my expectations. Tickets cost 120 yuan for three days, and the prices in the scenic area are similar to those in street vendors. Remember to bring a sun hat. You must go during the off-season to see Yue Fei's spear-to-the-young Liang Wang, the Battle of Kyoto, the Iron Flower Dance, and the Victory of Yancheng. Arrive 30 minutes early for these four performances to get a good seat and the interactive pre-show activities are particularly interesting.
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Wanshuishanwuxiacheng
4.7
/5
12124 reviews
8.2
Based on 5 reviews
The old area of henan university | 38.1 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
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Wansui Mountain Wuxia City is the most cost-effective in the whole Kaifeng. It is too big and the most sincere scenic spot. The scenic spots inside are rich in layers and have their own characteristics. It is the only place worth visiting in Kaifeng. Qingming Shanghe Park is not as good as this. Wansui Mountain Wuxia City > Qingming Shanghe Park
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.
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Unique Henan Land of Dramas
4.8
/5
5553 reviews
8.1
From CNY 300.00
42.4 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 233 users5211 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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The Qiao Family Courtyard
4.6
/5
12098 reviews
8.0
From CNY 115.00
Based on 258 reviews
Qiao Family Courtyard | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0354-3831421
Address: Qiaojiabao Village, Dongguan Town, Ji County, Jinzhong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Exquisite wood & stone carvings
200-year-old Jin merchant architecture
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Zhang Yimou's film "Raise the Red Lantern" has immortalized the red lanterns of the Qiao Family Compound in our hearts.
The once-popular TV series "Qiao Family Compound" further showcases the cultural heritage of this compound and the legacy of the Qiao family, a prominent Shanxi merchant family.
The Qiao Family Compound boasts a rigorous layout, ingenious design, and meticulously crafted bricks and tiles, meticulously crafted with detailed brackets and eaves, and richly decorated with gold.
The entire compound is awash with brick, wood, and stone carvings. Various motifs symbolizing auspiciousness, enlightenment, and hope adorn the door lintels, beams, guardrails, eaves, window frames, and screen walls. The courtyard is imbued with a humanistic charm and a vibrant spirit.
It was my first time to see the Shanxi Courtyard, and I was quite shocked. I heard from the tour guide some interesting stories about why the Qiao Family Courtyard is so famous and why the ticket is the most expensive in the courtyard.
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Qufu's Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and Kong Family Mansion
4.6
/5
17268 reviews
8.0
From CNY 10.00
Based on 42 reviews
Sankong Scenic Area (Kong Family Mansion/Temple of Confucius/Cemetery of Confucius) | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0537-4712172
Address: Shendao Rd, Qufu Shi, Jining Shi, Shandong Sheng, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Watch Taiwanese Confucius ceremony
Lush trees & peaceful strolls
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Hiring a guide is a must for this scenic spot. Although the guides were a bit pushy at the entrance, they were paid for in person and provided excellent explanations. They also provided good answers to questions that went beyond the outline. The Confucius Temple is worth a leisurely stroll; it felt like every stone slab had a story. By the time I reached the Confucius Mansion, I was a bit exhausted and only had a quick look. From there, I walked east and, near the intersection with the Yan Temple, I found a teahouse on the second floor of the Ctrip Experience Center for some refreshment. The teahouse offers a view of the Yan Temple, a perfect tranquil spot amidst the bustle.
Personally, I think the ticket price is a bit expensive, but the tour guide I bought on the Ctrip app was very good. The explanation was both interesting and informative, and he took great care of everyone throughout the trip. The price-performance ratio was super high. Although the weather was very hot, I enjoyed the whole tour very much, and it was worth the trip.
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Songshan Shaolin Scenic
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/5
15189 reviews
7.9
From CNY 80.00
Based on 750 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0371-62745000
Address: Nanyue Mountain, Zhongyue Mountain, Dengfeng City, Zhengzhou City (about 13 kilometers northwest of the city)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
7 daily Shaolin Kung Fu performances
The ancestral monastery of Zen, where Bodhidharma founded the mind-to-mind transmission
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You have to go to the thousand-year-old Shaolin Temple and Shaolin Kung Fu. I finally realized what I had longed for. I ate vegetarian food, which was delicious. I also watched the Shaolin Kung Fu performance (it is recommended to reserve a seat early). It was very exciting. I took the cable car to see the highlight, the Book Cliff, which was very spectacular.
Shaolin Temple is incredibly famous. We visited the pagoda forest, the main training hall, and enjoyed a performance by Shaolin monks. I was particularly impressed by the two stone tablets at the entrance, inscribed with the lyrics and music from the films "Shepherd's Song" and "Shaolin Temple." These two songs are destined for immortality.
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