[2025 Handan Attraction] Travel Guide for Guangfu Ancient Town (Updated Apr)

Hey friends👫, don't waste the beautiful spring weather in April-May! Here are 4 hidden gem cities accessible by high-speed rail where you can have a great time for around CNY 1,000 per person. These destinations feature stunning views, fewer tourists, and great value for money - perfect for students and working professionals👇 🌼Tongling, Anhui (2h from Shanghai) Why visit: Tongling turns into a romantic purple ocean in April💜! Wutong Valley boasts 3,000 acres of blooming paulownia flowers - walking through feels like stepping into a Monet painting. Yongquan Resort combines Hui-style architecture with mountain scenery, perfect for photos with a classical vibe📸. Must try: Tongling Large Intestine Noodles - springy noodles soaked in broth with perfectly cleaned intestines, so delicious you'll want to lick the bowl! Cost: High-speed rail round trip ~CNY 300, accommodation CNY 100-200/night, attraction tickets CNY 50, CNY 800-1,200 per person for 2 days. Duration: 2 days for flower viewing + immersive Hui-style cultural experience. 🌿Fuzhou, Jiangxi (3h from Shanghai) Why visit: Fuzhou is a green healing paradise in May🌳! Magu Mountain features misty clouds and thousand-year-old temples hidden in deep mountains. Morning hikes with birdsong and incredibly fresh air. Lichuan Ming-Qing Old Street retains authentic local life - try hand-ground tea with sweet rice balls, a perfect mix of sweet and savory. Must stay: hot spring guesthouses, private hot spring baths for just CNY 150 per person♨️ Cost: High-speed rail round trip ~CNY 400, accommodation CNY 150-300/night, Magu Mountain ticket CNY 50, CNY 1,200-1,500 per person for 3 days. Duration: 3 days for mountains + hot springs + food experience. 🚶‍♀️Anshun, Guizhou (2h from Guangzhou) Why visit: Anshun in April-May is a textbook example of karst landscape📚! Dragon Palace Cave boat tour reveals mysterious stalactites illuminated like an underwater world. Huangguoshu Waterfall is at peak flow with frequent rainbows🌈. Try 600-year-old noodles at Yunfeng Tunbao while experiencing Ming Dynasty culture. Must try: small pot jelly noodles with an addictive sour and savory taste! Cost: High-speed rail round trip ~CNY 600, accommodation CNY 100-200/night, Dragon Palace ticket CNY 100, CNY 1,500-2,000 per person for 3 days. Duration: 3 days to explore caves + waterfalls + ancient towns. 🚴‍♂️Handan, Hebei (1h from Beijing) Why visit: Handan is a cyclist's paradise in May🚴! Guangfu Ancient City offers 26km lakeside wall cycling, lotus ponds with cicada songs, and evening boat rides for sunset views🌅. Try Yongnian donkey meat sausage with millet porridge - perfectly savory. Must stay: ancient city guesthouses in Ming-Qing buildings for just CNY 80 per person! Cost: High-speed rail round trip ~CNY 200, accommodation CNY 80-150/night, ancient city free entry, CNY 1,000-1,500 per person for 3 days. Duration: 3 days of cycling + history + leisurely food experience. Friends, catch the tail end of spring in April-May by picking a city to explore! You can travel in style even on a budget - don't forget to share your experiences when you return💖

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 That day I came to Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan City, Hebei Province, Yongnian City, which is known as the Guangfu Ancient City or Yongnian Guangfu City. This ancient city has a long history. It was built in the Tang Dynasty and has experienced thousands of years of wind and rain. Today, most of its main buildings and structures are relics from the Ming Dynasty. Walking into this famous historical and cultural town in China is like traveling through time and space to explore the beauty of ancient relics and buildings. 🏯 In addition to its rich history, Yongnian City also displays a unique architectural style. The city walls, gates and streets in the city all retain the style of the Ming Dynasty, allowing people to experience the defense system and urban planning of the time. Wandering through these ancient streets and alleys, you feel as if you are in a metropolis of ancient China, and you will never want to leave. 🏰 This ancient city is not only a combination of buildings, but also carries the accumulation of culture. Yongnian City is known as a famous historical and cultural town in China, where the rich historical and cultural heritage is perfectly displayed. Ancient buildings, inscriptions, and traditional customs exude a strong cultural heritage everywhere, which is refreshing. 📜 After visiting various historical sites, I deeply felt the unique charm of Yongnian City as a tourist destination. The thickness of the city walls, the prosperity of the ancient streets, and the tranquility of the temples, each one is worth savoring. I was deeply attracted by this city and felt the harmonious coexistence of the ancient and the modern. 🌟 Yongnian City is not only an old city with history, but also an intersection of time and space. If you love history, culture and ancient buildings as much as I do, this place will definitely make you fall in love with this ancient land and deeply appreciate the unique charm of ancient Chinese urban construction and culture. This exploration journey has given me a deeper understanding of Chinese history! 🌆🏛️ #Hebei Province #Guangfu Town #Yongnian District #Handan City 📍Address: Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan City, Hebei Province

#chinatrip The Guangfu Ancient City Wall spans a length of 4.5 kilometers and encloses an area of 1.5 square kilometers within the city. This impressive wall stands as a testament to the exceptional architectural skills and techniques of ancient times, offering visitors a glimpse into the city's historical significance and structural brilliance. Personal Opinion: In my opinion, the Guangfu Ancient City Wall is a captivating destination for those interested in historical architecture and urban planning. Its grand scale and well-preserved condition make it a must-visit for anyone exploring the area.

#favouriteitinerary 📍 Guangfu Ancient City boasts a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Spring and Autumn period, with over 2,600 years of history. 🎫 Tickets: Free entry 🏮Must-Visit Attractions: 🔹 Hongji Bridge: This ancient bridge spans the Fuyang River and is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, showcasing the craftsmanship of ancient artisans. 🔹Yang Luchan's Former Residence: The home of Yang Luchan, the founder of Tai Chi. Visitors can learn about the history and culture of Tai Chi here. 🔹Wu Yuxiang's Former Residence: The home of another Tai Chi master, Wu Yuxiang. It houses a wealth of historical artifacts and documents, making it an important site for studying Tai Chi. 💡Travel Tips: 🔸The weather can be quite hot, so make sure to use sun protection and stay hydrated during your visit. Enjoy your journey through the historical and cultural wonders of Guangfu Ancient City! 🏯🌿😊 #travel #china

This year, I spent two days in Handan, Hebei Province during the Lunar New Year. It was an unforgettable experience. I set off from Beijing on New Year's Eve and arrived at Guangfu Ancient City in Yongnian, Handan after more than four hours. The ancient city is surrounded by water on all sides, which is rare for a northern city. After a tour of the city, I went to a hotel in the city center to spend New Year's Eve. On the morning of the first day of the new year, I went to the Xiangtangshan Grottoes. The ticket for the North Xiangtangshan Grottoes is CNY 60. I went to the digital museum first, and then climbed the mountain to the grottoes. Although I have been to the Yungang Grottoes in Datong and the Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang, the Xiangtangshan Grottoes are not as well preserved as the other two and are smaller in scale, but they are still very impressive. They are the swan song of the Northern Dynasty grottoes and the tomb of Gao Huan, the founding monarch of the Northern Qi Dynasty, with a desolate artistic conception. In the afternoon, I went to the Handan Road Historical Block in the city center, Huiche Lane, the birthplace of Qin Shi Huang, and the Congtai Terrace of King Wuling of Zhao. There were many people and it was very lively. I learned a lot about the historical stories of Handan. On the morning of the second day of the new year, I visited the Handan Museum, and in the afternoon, I went to Guangfu Ancient City in Yongnian again, changed into a battle robe to take photos, and enjoyed the night view, which was very beautiful. I was impressed by Handan, which has a long history and many historical sites. There are also other attractions nearby, such as the Yecheng Ruins and the Nuwa Palace, which I will visit next time. According to my plan, I went to Xinxiang, Henan Province that night. I will write about my trip to Xinxiang in the next article. Handan, Hebei

I saved this hotel in Handan, and I will go again next time Last year, my husband and I went to Handan, Hebei. We were not familiar with the place, so we booked a hotel close to the high-speed rail station with convenient transportation! We didn't expect to book a hotel with such a high cost performance. It was clean and hygienic, the service attitude was good, the breakfast was rich, the room was spacious and intelligent, the cost performance was very high, and the price was not expensive. Friends who drive by themselves can park with confidence (the parking lot has plenty of parking spaces). I like this hotel so much. We will continue to check in when we go to Handan again. It is not far from Guangfu Ancient City, about 30 minutes. The hotel is also very close to the high-speed rail station, and there is a pick-up service. I was picked up by a Mercedes-Benz or BMW arranged by the hotel. The waiter helped to pick up the luggage and sent it to the front desk. The staff were very polite. We went in 2023, and the hotel just opened in 2023. It also has a high rating on a certain website. When we left, we were given some small souvenirs. We booked a smart boutique king room at that time, with an area of 30-35 square meters, a 1.8-meter king bed, and two breakfasts and afternoon tea with fruit snacks. During May Day: The price is about 360! Near Handan East Station Business District If you want to travel to Handan, Hebei, you can book their hotel. Of course, I would like to mention here! I personally think that Guangfu Ancient City is highly recommended. Guangfu Ancient City has a history of more than 3,000 years and has the feeling of "Little Jiangnan in the North". It is especially worth checking in.

📍Guangfu Ancient City is located in Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan City, Hebei Province. It is a national 5A-level tourist attraction. 🎉 🌟History🌟 - 📜Built in the Spring and Autumn Period: The history of Guangfu Ancient City can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period, when it was called Quliang, more than 2,600 years ago. 😮 - 🕰️Changes over the dynasties: Since the Western Han Dynasty, it has successively become the seat of counties, prefectures, states, and counties in successive dynasties. 👏 🏰Architectural Features🏰 - 🧱City Wall and Moat: The city wall is 4.5 km long, 12 m high, and 8 m wide, and is basically intact. The moat outside the city is 100 m wide and 5 km long, forming a "one city and two waters" landscape. 😍 - 🎑Architectural Style: The buildings in the city are mainly in the form of northern quadrangle courtyards in the southern Hebei style, mostly with independent courtyards, facing south, with hard mountain roofs, and exquisite stone carvings. 👍 📍Main Attractions📍 - 🏯Ancient City and City Wall: A national key cultural relic protection unit, the existing city wall was built in the Ming Dynasty, and the streets in the city retain the scale and direction of the Ming Dynasty, and there are many Qing Dynasty residences. 🤩 - 🏛️Guangping Prefecture: Located at the northern end of the north-south central axis of the ancient city, it is one of the famous three prefectures in the south of the capital in history. ✨ - 🌉Hongji Bridge: A single-hole double-open shoulder stone arch bridge, 48.9 m long and 6.82 m wide, similar to Zhaozhou Anji Bridge, with exquisite reliefs. 😚 - 🏠Former Residences of Yang Luchan and Wu Yuxiang: The former residences of the founders of Yang-style and Wu-style Tai Chi, respectively, are in the Qing Dynasty style and are well preserved. 🥰 🤸‍♂️Cultural Value🤸‍♀️ - 🥋Tai Chi Culture: This is the birthplace of Yang-style and Wu-style Tai Chi, known as the "Hometown of Tai Chi in China". 👏 🚗Transportation Guide🚗 - 🚌Bus: From Handan Station, take bus 605 (Tour 1) directly to the south gate of Guangfu Ancient City, or get off at the east gate at the terminal, the fare is only CNY 6. 😎 - 🚗Self-driving: There are parking lots near the east gate and south gate, and there are also parking spaces on the side of the road. 🅿️ 🎫Ticket Information🎫 - The ancient city is free to enter, but each attraction inside requires a separate ticket. If you want to play in Handan for a few more days, it is recommended to buy an 88 yuan Handan annual pass, which basically covers all scenic spots in Handan. 💰 🕙Opening Hours🕙 - The ancient city is open all day, and the opening hours of the paid attractions are 8:30-17:30. ⌛

🌟 Highlights: Guangfu Ancient City is located in Yongnianwa, Handan City, covering an area of 46,000 mu. It has a history of 2,600 years and is also known as Yongnian City, Guangfu Ancient City, Water City, Taiji City, and Little Jiangnan. The most distinctive feature of Guangfu is the 5-kilometer moat surrounding it, making it easy to defend and hard to attack. It was a place of strategic importance for military strategists. The existing city wall was rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty, with a height of 12 meters, a width of 8 meters, and an area of 1.5 square kilometers. There are four ancient city towers and five pavilions on the city wall. The ancient city wall, urn city, city tower, horse path, city gate, and relics of the thousand-pound water gate have important architectural and aesthetic value. In history, it has attracted countless dignitaries and literati. Tang Dynasty poets such as Li Bai, Du Fu, Wang Wei, and Liu Yuxi all visited Guangfu Ancient City and left poems praising it. 📝 Tips: The ancient city is heavily commercialized, with homogeneous products and Hanfu shops everywhere, lacking the flavor of a historical ancient town, which is regrettable. 🍲 Dishes not recommended: The dishes here are salty, and the recommended dishes are average. Locals only have a sentimental attachment to them.

Guangfu Ancient City, located in Handan, Hebei, is a city steeped in rich historical atmosphere, with a cultural heritage spanning over a thousand years. This visit to Guangfu Ancient City allowed me to deeply feel its rustic elegance and the weight of history, as if stepping into a historical scroll depicting Chinese civilization. The ancient city retains a large number of buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with well-arranged streets and alleys, and elegant blue bricks and gray tiles. Walking on the winding stone-paved roads, I could clearly feel the tranquility and peace that time has settled. The city walls are magnificent and imposing. Climbing up the city tower and looking into the distance, the beautiful scenery of the ancient city surrounded by water comes into view, making the entire ancient city seem to float on the green waves. The moat of Guangfu and the layout of the ancient city are perfectly combined, showcasing the ingenious wisdom of the ancients. In addition, the ancient residential clusters and well-preserved ancient buildings within the city are astonishing. These buildings have various styles but all retain unique historical imprints. Strolling here, it feels as if one can hear the echoes of history and see the bustling scenes of the past. The local authentic snacks and handicrafts further enhance the rich cultural charm of Guangfu Ancient City. This trip to Guangfu Ancient City not only made me feel the weight of history but also deeply appreciate the profound and vast traditional Chinese culture. Whether you are interested in ancient architecture or want to personally experience historical relics, Guangfu Ancient City is definitely worth a visit. Here, you can quietly touch the passage of time and savor the endless charm of the ancient city.

I love this low-key town, so low-key that people can't seem to feel its existence. But as an ancient city with a history of 3,000 years, how could it lack a sense of existence? The Guangfu Ancient City, which has a history of 📅 2,600 years, is one of the major representatives of Handan [ThumbsUp] From a distance, you will be attracted by the towering city wall. The existing city wall was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty. There are many relics in the ancient city 🕌. People also call this historical ancient city the Water City and Tai Chi City! [Scenic] Water city? The city wall is surrounded by a 5-kilometer-long and 100-meter-wide moat. The low-lying areas around it are always filled with water [Drops]. The water is full of reeds and lotus. You can often see unknown birds flying through it. Therefore, it is also called "Little Jiangnan in the North" Taiji City? [WorldMap]Guangfu Ancient City is the birthplace of Yang and Wu style Tai Chi, and is the famous hometown of Tai Chi! [FourLeafClover] Personally recommended travel routes Yang Luchan's former residence - South City Gate - Guangfu Government Office - Wu Yuxiang's former residence - Wu Family Courtyard - Guangfu City Wall (East Gate) - Ganlu Temple - Hongji Bridge Travel Tips [Fire] The scenic area is quite large, and the scenic spots are scattered. If you want to visit all the scenic spots, it is recommended to take the cable car [Tricycle] at the entrance. It will take you to various scenic spots without having to find them one by one. Handan is very hot in summer, so sunscreen and sun hats are essential. It is recommended to go shopping before 9:00 in the morning, or after 5:00 in the afternoon when it is not so hot. [GreatWall] The ancient city is in a remote suburb. It is recommended to drive [CarFront] or take a taxi. It takes about half an hour to take a taxi from the city (30-40 [Purse]). If you are not in a hurry, you can take a public minibus 🚌, which takes more than an hour, if you also bring a camera 📷 to take pictures. [!][!]Please note: When you are not using the camera📷, be sure to cover the lens cap (there will be a lot of dust), otherwise when you look back at the photos you will find that they are all dust spots. 🌯About food Yongnian Crispy Fish 🐠 (there are crispy eel, crispy fish 🐟, big crispy fish. If you want to try them all, you can ask the boss if you can make a whole plate), pork elbow, donkey meat sausage! [RoundNails] Address: Guangfu Ancient City, Yongnian District, Handan City, Hebei Province [CarFront] Transportation: Take bus No. 605 from Handan East Station to the South Gate of Guangfu Ancient City. 🎫Tickets: Free

👏Recommended for: Guangfu Ancient City, a historical gem that has stood for thousands of years. Walking along the ancient city walls, you can almost hear the echoes of the past. The city is filled with quaint buildings and quiet streets, exuding a strong sense of history. The moat reflects the charm of the ancient city, creating a picturesque scene. In Guangfu Ancient City, you can escape the hustle and bustle, immerse yourself in the ancient atmosphere, feel the passage of time, explore the footprints of history, and embark on a spiritual journey. 📍Address: Guangfu Ancient City, Yongnian District, Handan City 🚗Transportation: Take a high-speed train/bus: First arrive at Handan High-speed Railway Station or Railway Station, then transfer to a shuttle bus or Bus 605 to Guangfu Ancient City, which can directly reach Guangfu Ancient City Scenic Area 👍️Must-visit attractions: Ancient City Wall - Yang Luchan's Former Residence - Wu Yuxiang's Former Residence - Hongji Bridge - Ganlu Temple 🎟️Ticket information: Free, some attractions in the city are charged separately. 💗Other tips: ①Opening hours: 9:00-18:00 ②Pay attention to sun protection during the tour. ③Bring more water.

| Exploring Ganlu Temple in Guangfu Ancient City. 🚗🏰 Time-Traveling Journey | Exploring Ganlu Temple in Guangfu Ancient City 🌟 🌿 Embark on a self-driving trip, heading towards the depths of history in Guangfu Ancient City. After wandering through the ancient charm of Hongji Bridge, my steps were drawn to an ancient temple called Ganlu Temple. 🏯 You might have heard of Ganlu Temple from the Three Kingdoms stories, but it has nothing to do with this Ganlu Temple. This Ganlu Temple, though not famous, has a history of 1400 years. It is said that Princess Nanyang, the third daughter of Emperor Yang of Sui, once practiced here, but the truth of history is always elusive. What remains unchanged is that Ganlu Temple has weathered storms and witnessed countless dynastic changes. 🌸 The current Ganlu Temple is located outside the east gate of the ancient city, separated from the ancient city by only a river. Entering the temple, the new halls and Buddha statues, though lacking the vicissitudes of history, are still solemn and magnificent. Along the central axis, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, and the Sutra Library are arranged in sequence, with the Bell and Drum Towers and the Guanyin Hall cleverly interspersed. 🌳 Strolling between the corridors and streams, shaded by green trees, with fish playing in the water and birds singing. Arched bridges, flowing water, long corridors, and weeping willows, like a moving garden painting. This is undoubtedly a sanctuary for the soul. 📍 Location: Dongguan, Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan City, Hebei Province, east side of Guangfu Ancient City, Temple East Street. 🕒 Opening hours: 8:30-17:30, the temple gate closes after dusk. 🕰️ Recommended visit duration: about 1 hour 🚙 Transportation guide: Drive to Ganlu Temple in Guangfu Ancient City, there are free parking spaces in front of the temple.

The ancient city of Guangfu is quite old. Records have been recorded since the Spring and Autumn Period, which means it is more than 2,600 years old. There is a very long moat around this ancient city, about 5 kilometers long. The river is full of reeds, fish and shrimps live together, the water is clear, and the lotus flowers are beautiful. Everyone praises it as the "Little Jiangnan" in the north, which means that the northern region also has the same beautiful scenery as Jiangnan. Address: Guangfu Ancient Town, Yongnian District, Handan City Tickets: There is no ticket to enter the ancient city. Climbing the ancient city wall is 25 yuan per person. Tickets are required for some attractions in the city. The combined ticket for the ancient city wall + Wu Family Courtyard is 40 yuan/person. Opening hours: all day Transportation: Take bus 605 (You 1 bus) from the train station to the east gate of Guangfu Ancient City. Play guide 👀The wall of Guangfu Ancient City: You must go and see the wall of Guangfu Ancient City. It was built since the Yuan Dynasty and is now hundreds of years old. This wall is extremely high, extremely strong, and extremely well preserved. You can imagine how ancient people protected their cities. 👀Wengcheng: Just at the southeast corner of the ancient city wall, it is a very important protection measure for the ancient city. You can come here to see how the ancient barbicans were built and how they fought. 👀Hongji Bridge: This bridge is on the Fuyang River and has a long history. The stone carvings on the bridge are particularly beautiful, allowing you to feel how powerful the ancient craftsmen were. 👀Yang Luchan’s home: This house is where Yang Luchan, the founder of Tai Chi, used to live. You can come here to learn about the story of Tai Chi and how it came about. 👀Wu Yuxiang’s home: Wu Yuxiang is also a Tai Chi master, and his home is also in Guangfu Ancient City. His home has preserved many ancient things and books, making it a good place to study Tai Chi.

Visiting Handan, you must go to Dawavillage In summer, the lights in Dawavillage turn on at eight in the evening, and in winter at six. There is no admission fee, only a parking fee of 10 yuan with no time limit. It’s a very characteristic village, more meaningful than the current ancient towns. Suggested visiting time is 40-60 minutes. The village is not large, and the roads near the mountains are difficult to navigate, with many twists and turns. The Wa Huang Palace in Handan's Shexian is an hour's drive from Handan. The ticket is 68 yuan, and it is a A-rated scenic area. If you walk the whole way, it takes 2 hours to reach the top. There is a shuttle bus that costs 10 yuan for a one-way trip to the foot of the mountain for climbing, and it takes about 30 minutes to reach the top, which is relatively easy to walk. Handan's Fengfeng Mining District, there is a saying; 'In the south, there is Jingdezhen, and in the north, there is Cizhou Kiln.' If you have enough time, it is worth a visit. The last picture shows a tea bowl that is purely hand-painted and fired at 398 meters, very characteristic and worth acquiring. It caught my eye at first glance, very nice. If you want to take photos in Warring States robes, go to Guangfu Ancient Town. The makeup is very cheap. The place we went to is not recommended, 55 yuan for two sets of clothes, the makeup is very rough, completely unnecessary.

❣️ Guangfu Ancient City has a history of 2600 years and is a 5A tourist attraction. The city is very large, surrounded by a moat where speedboat activities are available; it's quite cool, although I didn't ask about the price 😁 The city has a profound sense of history, it's stunning, and it makes one feel as if they have traveled back to the era of a hundred schools of thought and constant change. 1. Admission: There is no entrance fee to the ancient city, but climbing the city wall costs 25 yuan per person. Some individual attractions within the city require an admission ticket. I bought a combined ticket for the ancient city wall and the Wu Family Courtyard for 40 yuan per person. Wearing a full set of Hanfu (traditional Han clothing), you can climb the city wall for free. 2. The commercialization within the city is quite serious, with many shops renting Hanfu and a variety of snacks available, but they are all common foods. The most distinctive might be the crispy fish, but I didn't try it. 3. Guangfu is the birthplace of both Yang-style and Wu-style Tai Chi. There are the former residences of Yang Luchan and Wu Yuxiang (both attractions require tickets). I briefly experienced the Tai Chi culture; a master merely grasped my arm gently, and it was so painful that I grimaced. I listened to the master talk about the flow of qi in the body, but I didn't understand. You can sign up to learn Tai Chi, with different prices and no age limit. 4. The Wu Family Courtyard, the residence of the founder of Wu-style Tai Chi, consists of many old houses. It's like playing hide and seek inside, with unexpected beauty around every corner. The rooms are slightly damp and cool; I'm afraid of the cold, so I didn't stay too long. Those who like old buildings and artifacts might enjoy visiting. 5. The Guangping Prefecture Office was the government office at the time and also requires a ticket. I didn't go inside, but it seems to be quite nice, and it looks very large. There is a small theater inside that performs a play about a trial. Due to a tight schedule, I left before the show started. If you have time, I recommend visiting. 6. After climbing the ancient city wall, you can take a walk and see the residential areas, which are very small courtyards. Walking around the city wall is quite a distance.

Yongnian Guangfu City is located in Yongnianwali on the banks of the Fuyang River, 45 li northeast of Handan City, Hebei Province, and 25 kilometers away from Linmingguan, the county government seat. It was called Guangfu because it was the location of Guangping Prefecture in history. It has been known as the Little Jiangnan in the North since ancient times. It is now a key cultural relic protection unit in Hebei Province. The existing city wall was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty. It is 12 meters high and 8 meters wide. The area within the city is 1.5 square kilometers. The city wall is basically intact, and the total circumference is said to be 9 li and 13 steps. The ancient city of Guangfu is also a water city, surrounded by thousands of acres of depressions and endless reeds. It is surrounded by water on all sides and has beautiful water town scenery that is rare in the north. Surrounding the ancient city is a smooth moat. Parking is free. Ancient city... Entry is free. However, there is a fee to climb the city walls and visit attractions within the city. Opening hours: 8:30~17:00

Guangfu Ancient City is located in Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan, and is a national 5A-level tourist attraction. The ancient city is not large, but it is surrounded by a wide moat, known as the "Northern Water Town". It is also the birthplace of Yang-style and Wu-style Tai Chi, also known as the "Holy Land of Tai Chi", making Guangfu Ancient City a unique and distinguished city that combines ancient city, water city, and Tai Chi city. Guangfu Ancient City has a history of more than 2600 years and was the site of the ancient northern town Guangping Prefecture (Yongnian City), which governed nine counties around it (including Handan) during the Ming Dynasty. There are numerous historical relics and remains inside and outside the ancient city, including the Guangping Prefecture Yamen, the former residences of Yang Luchan, Wu Yuxiang, and Wu Ruqing, among which Guangfu Ancient City and the Hongji Bridge to the east of the city, known as the 'sister bridge' of Zhaozhou Bridge, are national key cultural relics. Warm tips: The south gate of the ancient city is the main entrance, and the east gate is the largest. It is more convenient to enter and exit through these two gates when visiting!

Guangfu Ancient City is located 45 kilometers northeast of Handan City in Hebei Province, on the banks of the Fuyang River in Yongnian Depression, known as Guangfu because it was historically the seat of Guangping Prefecture, and has been referred to as the 'Little Jiangnan' of the north since ancient times. The city of Guangfu has a history of over 2,600 years. At the end of the Sui Dynasty, King Dou Jiande of Xia and King Liu Heita of Eastern Han established their capitals here, and it has since been the administrative center for counties, prefectures, and states under successive dynasties. The city boasts majestic and ancient city walls; the dignified and beautiful Hongji Bridge, known as the 'sister bridge' to Zhaozhou Bridge; the intriguing tomb of Mao Sui, weathered by time; the meticulously constructed Xiba Sluice, a Ming Dynasty water conservancy facility still serving agricultural production; and the Zangbing Cave, built during the Sui and Tang periods for strategic defense. The existing city walls were rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty, standing 12 meters high and 8 meters wide, covering an area of 1.5 square kilometers. The walls are largely intact, with a total circumference often referred to as 'nine li and thirteen steps'. Guangfu Ancient City is also a water town, surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of depression and endless reeds, with water on all sides, offering a rare northern scenic beauty of water towns. Encircling the ancient city is a smoothly flowing moat, beyond which lies the 46,000-acre Yongnian Depression, higher in the north and lower in the south, allowing water to flow naturally. The depression is perennially waterlogged, historically known as a famous natural aquaculture farm. In the deep water areas of Yongnian Depression's old pond and the moat, artificial breeding and release of crucian carp, river shrimp, and crabs will be implemented, while in the shallow waters, aquatic plants such as reeds, lotus roots, and Gorgon fruit will be cultivated, restoring the ancient city's beauty as a 'city in water'. This place is also the birthplace of Yang-style and Wu-style Tai Chi. It is a renowned city that combines an ancient city, a water town, and a Tai Chi city, features that are incomparable to other ancient cities. The former residences of Yang Luchan, the founder of Yang-style Tai Chi, and Wu Yuxiang, the founder of Wu-style Tai Chi, are well-preserved. From Handan East Station (high-speed rail station) to Guangfu Ancient City in Yongnian, there is a bus service requiring one transfer, taking about 1 hour and 40 minutes. The most convenient way is by taxi, which takes about 35 minutes. There is no entrance fee to the ancient city, but there is a charge to visit the attractions within the city. There is a combined ticket, or you can buy individual tickets. The ancient city has been commercially developed to a certain extent, but not excessively. And drones are allowed for aerial photography. Such ancient cities are now rare. The ancient city is not large, and can be thoroughly explored in a whole day. The Ganlu Temple, not far outside the city, is also recommended for a visit.

First, I shared my impressions of Handan, then I recorded and reviewed the itinerary of the trip. It's another underestimated and worthy ancient capital to visit: 1. Handan Museum (free), very much worth seeing, half a day is recommended. I didn't have enough time and only spent a little over two hours there. They start clearing out at 16:50, and I had a quick look at two halls. 'Gandan Style', which tells the history of Handan, is the focus in three halls. As the site of the Cizhou Kiln, the special exhibition is very impressive. Cizhou Kiln's works are not just simple black designs on a white background; the colors are quite rich. 2. Visit Congtai Park, climb the Wuling Congtai, and see the Qixian Temple. 3. Nanshan and Beishan Xiangtangshan Grottoes. (60 yuan, it's recommended to buy the Handan One Card Pass, which is universal). Follow the Xiangtangshan tourism public account to book a direct bus to the scenic area for 39.9 yuan. It departs from Handan East Station at 8:00, passes through Handan Grand Theatre, New Century..., and takes about an hour and a half to reach Beishan Xiangtangshan Grottoes. Regardless of the number of people, the scenic area can arrange transportation. We were three people and took a small car. First, visit the Digital Museum (10 yuan), worth seeing, about the history and transmission, takes about half an hour. Then see the Chang Le Temple ruins and Song Dynasty pagoda. If you don't take the tour bus, start climbing the mountain. All steps, still bearable. View the Great Buddha and the grottoes. Around 2:00 PM, head to Nanshan Xiangtang. The journey takes about 15 minutes. Tour Nanshan Xiangtang for about 1 hour, and see the most beautiful Feitian. 4. Guangfu Ancient City, points of interest: (1) Guangfu Government Office, well-preserved, with a large courtyard. After all, it's the title of a prefecture-level city, a third-rank official. The names 'Daming Prefecture' and 'Guangping Prefecture' were known throughout the country. The residence is comparable to the princely mansions in Beijing. (2) Wu Family Courtyard, the residence of a second-rank official, with many antiques and old objects to see. (3) City Wall. You can stroll around at will. (4) Hongji Bridge. Take a quick ride, take photos, and keep a memory. (5) Ganlu Temple, just take a glance when passing by. 5. Pass by Xuebu Bridge and Huiche Alley~

Date: 2024.01.26 Friday 19:30 Venue: Handan Grand Theater The Disney Fantasy World Concert that children love is coming! If you have nothing to do during the winter vacation, why not take your children to experience the wonderful world on site! When you come to Handan, take the opportunity to check in at the local attractions in Handan! 1. Guangfu Ancient City Guangfu Ancient City, also known as Yongnian City, is located on the northeast side of Handan City, Hebei Province, about 20 kilometers away from the downtown area of Handan, and is a famous ancient city with a history of more than 2600 years. The current ancient city architecture was mainly built during the Ming Dynasty, well-preserved, with a simple and grand style, and the ancient city is surrounded by water, with beautiful reed marshes and lotus ponds, making it a true northern water city. Visitors can visit ancient buildings, explore the former residences of famous people, and take pictures of the city walls surrounded by lakes, making it a great place to visit the past and play around Handan. 2. Wa Huang Palace Wa Huang Palace is located on the northeast side of Suobao Town, Handan County, about 11 kilometers away from the county town of She County, and is the earliest and largest ancient architectural complex in China dedicated to the worship of the goddess Nüwa. Wa Huang Palace was built during the Northern and Southern Dynasties in the Northern Qi period, and is built hanging on the mountainside of Tangwang Mountain on the eastern foothills of the Taihang Mountains, and the architectural complex has been expanded and renovated over the dynasties, making it magnificent and spectacular. The current Wa Huang Palace mainly consists of Ming and Qing architecture, but there are also Northern Qi cliff carvings and grotto relics, which are very worth visiting. 3. Handan Fantawild Guose Tianxiang Handan Fantawild Guose Tianxiang Theme Park is based on Chinese historical civilization and Handan's historical and regional culture, innovatively displaying idiom culture, mythology culture, Handan historical culture, traditional art culture, folk customs culture, and other cultural features, using high-tech forms of expression as a means, and comprehensively using sound, light, electricity, digital technology, and other technologies to integrate cultural dissemination with interactive experience.

This Spring Festival, the tourism industry is still booming, with crowds of people everywhere, making it seem like a dream. In addition to the popular northeastern provinces and the 'eternal winner' Sanya, Hebei, which is 'so close, so beautiful,' is also extremely popular. Guangfu Ancient City, located in Handan, even made it onto the list of the top 15 most visited 5A-level scenic spots during the Spring Festival holiday, the only one from Hebei among the top 20. Guangfu Ancient City is located in Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan City, situated in the center of the 46,000-acre Yongnian Depression. It was first built during the Spring and Autumn period and has a history of more than 2600 years. The ancient city is also the birthplace of Yang and Wu style Tai Chi, making it China's unique ancient city, water city, and Tai Chi city. After the New Year, there are fewer tourists in the ancient city, but the festive atmosphere still lingers among the carved beams and painted rafters, swaying beside the big red lanterns. The streets and alleys within the ancient city crisscross, and walking on the wider commercial streets, both sides are lined with quaint two-story shops, including costume stores, teahouses, taverns, small restaurants, and grocery stores, presenting a simple yet bustling atmosphere. The ancient city, with its historical charm, is most suitable for an immersive tour. There's no need to prepare in advance, as the costume shops have plenty of styles to choose from, including Tang suits, Song dynasty clothes, horse-face skirts, Warring States robes, complete with headwear and hand-held fans, which are enough to bring out the charm. Food is an essential part of visiting the ancient city, with unique local delicacies such as donkey meat shops, crispy fish stores, Linqing mutton soup with baked rolls, Shaanxi pork-stuffed buns, and other regional cuisines, offering a variety of flavors that are sure to suit your taste. It's hard to appreciate the water charm of Guangfu from within the city, but an aerial drone view makes the city's water-surrounded terrain immediately clear. The ancient city is located in a low-lying area, surrounded by a wide and green moat that is easy to defend but hard to attack, protecting the safety of the people within and also becoming a strategic location for military contention throughout history. City gates, walls, and main streets are all captured in the lens, and among the high and low houses, there are winding and secluded alleys. The entire ancient city is like an ancient scroll, recording stories of more than 2000 years of history, waiting for people to read. A history of Handan, half of it lies in Guangfu. There are more than 30 scenic spots and historical sites inside and outside Guangfu Ancient City. No matter how beautiful the pictures are, they can't compare to being there in person. If you are also curious about this ancient city with a long history, why not come and check in for yourself.

The Yellow Millet Dream: Lü Xian Temple It was built based on The Pillow Book written by Shen Jiji in the Tang Dynasty, and is also known as Lu Sheng Temple and Handan Ancient Temple. The main deity enshrined in the temple is Lü Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals of Taoism. The screen wall is embedded with the words "Penglai Fairyland" which is said to be written by Lü Dongbin himself. There is also a Lusheng Temple inside the Luxian Temple. Legend has it that Lu Xian guided a down-and-out scholar named Lu to understand life in his dream, and then he practiced Taoism and was born into the world. Inside the temple, there is a large bluestone statue of Lu Sheng sleeping on a bed, and the murals on the wall show the mood of Lu Sheng waking up with his pillow and dreaming. When I walked out of Lu Sheng Temple and looked back, I saw a couplet in front of the door: When you sleep until two or three o'clock in the morning, all fame and fortune become illusions, and when you think that a hundred years later, everyone, young or old, will be ancient. As the saying goes, fame, wealth, glory and honor are all just a dream. You cannot bring them with you when you are born and you cannot take them with you when you die. There is no need to be too obsessed with them.

Yongnian Guangfu City, also known as Yongnian City, Guangfu Ancient City, Guangfu City. It is located in Yongnianwa, 45 kilometers northeast of Handan City, Hebei Province, on the bank of the Fuyang River, 25 kilometers away from the county government seat of Linmingguan. It was once the seat of Guangping Prefecture in history, hence the name Guangfu, known as the small Jiangnan in the north since ancient times, and is now a key cultural relic protection unit in Hebei Province. Guangfu City has a history of more than 2,600 years. At the end of the Sui Dynasty, King Xia Dou Jiande and King Han Zhong Liu Heita once built their capitals here, and later became the seats of counties, states, prefectures, and counties of successive dynasties. Here are the majestic and ancient city walls; the dignified and beautiful Hongji Bridge with a unique structure, known as the "sister bridge" of Zhaozhou Bridge; the Maosui Tomb that has experienced wind and rain and attracts people to explore. It is also the birthplace of Yang and Wu style Tai Chi. In December 2022, it was selected as one of the top 100 brands of AAAAA scenic spots in November 2022. Guangfu Ancient City

🏘️🏘️Guangfu Ancient City is located in Yongnianwali, on the banks of the Fuyang River, 225 kilometers northeast of Handan City, in the southeast of Hebei Province, 25 kilometers away from the county government seat. Because it was the seat of Guangping Prefecture in history, it is called Guangfu. It is now a national key cultural relic protection unit and a national 5A-level scenic spot. 🏘️🏘️Guangfu Ancient City is known as the ancient city, water city and Tai Chi city. It is called an ancient city because it has a long history. It was already a city in the Spring and Autumn Period and was called Quliang City at that time. It has a history of more than 2,600 years. 🏘️🏘️The existing city wall of Guangfu Ancient City was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty. It is 12 meters high and 8 meters wide, and the area within the city is 1.5 square kilometers. The city wall is basically intact, and its total circumference is said to be nine miles and thirteen steps. 🏘️🏘️Guangfu Ancient City is also a water city, surrounded by thousands of acres of lowlands and endless reeds, surrounded by water on all sides, with beautiful water scenery rarely seen in the north. Surrounding the ancient city is a smooth moat. 🅿️Parking: Free 👉🏻Ancient City: It is free to enter the city, but you need to pay to climb the city wall and visit the attractions in the city. ⏰Opening hours: 8:30-17:00

The Yongnian Guangfu Ancient City Scenic Area is located in Guangfu Town, Yongnian District, Handan City, Hebei Province. It is a national 5A-level tourist attraction, a famous historical and cultural town in China, and a national wetland park. It has a profound historical and cultural heritage, beautiful northern water town scenery, and a long history of Tai Chi culture. It is a unique ancient city, water city, and Tai Chi city in my country.