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The brand has a 30-year history and is a barbecue restaurant with a relatively high cost-effectiveness. The environment inside the store is spacious and bright.

"Zhengzhou only has braised noodles? Think again! Follow the locals to unlock off-the-beaten-path experiences: a 48-hour weekend feast of Central Plains cuisine and trendy landmarks, all for under 300 RMB per person! 💥" 📌 Day 1: Old Town Vibe & Cultural Adventure ✅ Breakfast: Fang Zhongshan Spicy Soup (Shunhe Road Main Branch) 🌶️ 👉 Must-try: Premium Spicy Soup + Beef Sandwich (incredibly crispy!) 💡 Tip: Arrive before 7 am to avoid queues; add vinegar for extra flavor! ✅ Morning: Zhengzhou Museum (New Building) 🏛️ ✨ Highlight: The 360° rotating "Great River Civilization Exhibition"—every shot is a masterpiece! 📸 Best shooting location: The light and shadow corridor in the bronze ware exhibition hall on the second floor (comes with a high-end filter) ✅ Lunch: Ge Ji Braised Pancake (Funiu Road Branch) 🍲 🔔 Hidden tip: Order the "Three Mixed Dishes" with red bean porridge – a combination only old Zhengzhou residents understand! ✅ Afternoon: Erqi Tower + Dehua Street 🏙️ 📍 Free tower access for panoramic views, buy nostalgic "Old Zhengzhou" snacks on Dehua Street (maltose candy 1 yuan/piece!) ⚠️ Avoid: Don't buy "Shaolin Temple specialties" in the scenic area (they're all wholesale goods) ✅ Dinner: A Wu Yellow River Carp (MixC Store) 🐟 🔥 Must-try: Braised Yellow River Carp + Carp Noodles (Intangible Cultural Heritage Food!) 🍶 Bonus: Complimentary Henan Opera face-changing performance, enjoy a meal and a show at the same time! 📌 Day 2: Trendy Check-in & Natural Healing ✅ Breakfast: Xiaoyao Town Liu Xiangwu Spicy Soup (Jingba Road Store) 🥣 💯 Comparison Review: Milder than Fang Zhongshan, suitable for those who can't handle spice ✅ Morning: Only Henan · Drama Fantasy City 🎭 🎫 Tips: Buy a 1-day ticket to see at least 3 main shows (the train station theater performance was so moving it brought tears to everyone's eyes!) 📌 Note: Check performance times in advance via the mini-program, and bring a power bank! ✅ Lunch: Jianye Grand Canteen 🥘 🍽️ One-stop dining experience of snacks from 18 cities in Henan: Kaifeng soup dumplings, Luoyang "Bu Fan Tang" (a type of soup)... ✅ Afternoon: Beilonghu Wetland Park 🦢 🚴 Activities: Rent a bicycle and cycle around the lake, maybe encounter a flock of black swans (pretend you're in Switzerland!) 🌇 Sunset photo opportunity: The "Ring Bridge" by the lake, the sunset and reflections are breathtaking! ✅ Dinner: Zheng Xiwang BBQ (Fuyuan Road branch) 🍢 🍻 Late-night snack king: Spicy shrimp tails + grilled bread slices, paired with local Jin Xing beer—super refreshing! 🍜 Food Hot and Cold List 👍 Must-Try List Sichang Braised Noodles (Curry broth! A long-established brand) Caiji Steamed Dumplings (A century-old shop, bursting with juice when you bite into them) Health Road Night Market (Almond tea + fried skewers after 10 PM) 👎 Avoid These! ❌ "Shaolin Vegetarian Cakes" at the scenic area entrance (3 times more expensive than the same product in supermarkets) ❌ "Bamboo Tube Milk Tea" (25 RMB = photo prop) 💡 Local Tips 1️⃣ Transportation: Super convenient Metro Line 5 (loop line), Didi is cheaper than taxis. 2️⃣ Accommodation: Choose a hotel near Zijingshan Metro Station, stay in a four-star old-brand hotel for 150 RMB. 3️⃣ Bonus: Find vintage items at the "Guangcai Market" on Renmin Road, buy a retro shirt for 50 RMB.

It turns out the North I imagined is so different from the real North. Zhengzhou is so fun, why is it so low-key? Traveling between 3,600 years of commercial history and a thriving modern city, I measured it with my feet and savored it with my tongue. On one side was Luoyang, on the other, Kaifeng. Their hidden brilliance made me want to come back a second time. 🌃 Day 1: First Encounter with the Ancient Capital, Fashionable Night Lights · Transportation: Directly from Shanghai Hongqiao High-Speed ​​Railway. I chased the sunset on the train and arrived at Zhengzhou East Station in the evening. · Accommodation: All Seasons Hotel (Wen Miao Branch). Excellent, highly recommended, very new, and in a great location. · Bodu · New Elephant: The stunning 50-meter giant screen city wall light show, which presents the ancient city walls in a modern way, was incredibly popular. · First Experience with Juan Tea: Check in with my first cup of [Flying Flower Order] (Linglong Jasmine). · Dinner: Yanqu Old Hui Mian. Following the blind selection of a local uncle, I won! Authentic braised noodles are the perfect way to experience Zhengzhou. · Night Tour & Late-Night Snack: · Erqi Square & MixC: Feel the pulse of Zhengzhou's business. · Exploring the Tea House: Try the local specialty, "Slightly Spicy" Jingjie Soda. · Rice Noodles: End your first day of travel with a bowl of spicy casserole beef sauce and spicy rice noodles. 🏛️ Day 2: A journey from history to coffee. · A hearty breakfast starter: Fang Zhongshan Spicy Hot Pot (takeout). High-quality spicy hot pot, steamed buns, and a beef box are the standard breakfast experience in Zhengzhou. · Morning: A historical journey: · Shangdu Ruins Park & ​​Zhengzhou Shangdu Ruins Museum: Gain a deeper understanding of Zhengzhou's roots as one of the "Eight Ancient Capitals." Afternoon: Zen and National Treasures: Daguanyin Temple: Discovered the temple's "Dharma Distribution Center" and adorable kittens. Henan Museum: Faced with a profound treasure trove of Chinese history. Coffee: Acai Coffee's 1000cc venti whipped coconut latte is a lifesaver on a busy day. Evening: Urban Bustle: Guomao Xintian 360 Plaza - Zheng Xiwang BBQ - Zhengzhou 1948 Late-Night Romance: Checking in at the popular "Big Corn" restaurant downstairs added a touch of poetry to the day. The night view of Ruyi Lake Scenic Area was the perfect end to the day. Late-night snack: Geji Braised Beef Pancakes, Red Bean Porridge, and Golden Net Pot Stickers at Geji Braised Pancakes, comforting our tired souls with traditional Henan cuisine. 💥 Day 3: A Carb-Burning and Farewell Tour Breakfast: Li Sibei Beef Pan-Fried Buns Morning: Ancient Architecture Tour: Confucian Temple - City God Temple: Explore the ancient architecture of Zhengzhou. Lunch: Mixed-Up Style: Wesley Burger, a Western twist on a carb-filled meal. Afternoon: Art and Return: Beida Mosque - Zhengzhou Memory Petrochemical Plant Creative Park: From religious tranquility to industrial artistry, experience the different sides of the city. A Final Cup of Tea: Conclude this tea-drinking journey. Yangji Qingfang Beef Ramen: Enjoy another bowl of authentic noodles before leaving. Pilgrimage site: Mixue Ice City headquarters, packing a bag of Zhengzhou pride Destination: Zhengzhou East Station, departing for the next stop—Kaifeng #ZhengzhouTravel #WhereToWeekend #SpecialForceTravel #TravelRecommendation #ThePlacesMostCommonWeeklyAsk

Day Trip to Xinmi City, Zhengzhou (Budget 600 RMB) Natural Scenery + Cultural Experiences + Foodie Spots Morning: Fuxi Mountain Red Stone Forest Scenic Area (Natural Wonder) Time: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Fee: 60 RMB/person entrance fee (discounts available if purchased online in advance) + 30 RMB sightseeing bus (optional) Highlights: #XinmiRedStoneForest #XinmiFood #CouplePhotoSpot Visit the "Sky Mirror" glass corridor on the cliff overlooking the Red Stone Canyon. Walk along the suspended plank road to admire the Danxia landforms, perfect for photo ops. Tips: Wear comfortable sneakers and use sunscreen on sunny days. Lunch: Xinmi Specialties (Must-Try!) Recommended Restaurants: Xinmi Old Town Night Market (Downtown) or Zheng Xiwang BBQ (Old Chain). Must-Or Dishes: Xinmi Pan-Fried Rolls (a local intangible cultural heritage dish, steamed with pork filling, approximately 35 RMB/portion). Stir-Fried Shrimp Tail (spicy and delicious, small portion approximately 58 RMB). Hot pot beef tripe (rich sauce flavor, 20 yuan/handle). Budget: 80-100 yuan per person. Afternoon: Mi County Yamen (History and Culture) Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Admission: 40 yuan/person (half-price for students). Highlights: The most complete surviving county-level government office building from the Ming and Qing dynasties in China, housing a large collection of ancient torture instruments and documents. Daily Yamen court performances (free, time to confirm in advance). Evening: Yinji International Tourism Resort (Leisure and Entertainment) Option A (Family/Couple): Yinji Animal Kingdom (budget-friendly, visit the surrounding area). Option B (Free): Stroll along the resort's lakeside and take photos of the European-style architecture. Budget: 0 yuan (external tours) or 200 yuan (optional activities). Evening: Snacks before returning home. Recommended: Xinmi "Old City Shaobing" (2 yuan/piece) with spicy hot soup (5 yuan), takeout. Total Cost Breakdown Transportation: Round-trip shared car/bus from Zhengzhou to Xinmi, approximately 50 yuan. Entrance Fee: 60 yuan (Red Stone Forest) + 40 yuan (County Yamen) = 100 yuan. Food: 100 yuan for lunch + 10 yuan for snacks = 110 yuan. Other: Leave 50 yuan for emergencies (power bank rental, water, etc.). Total: Approximately 310 yuan (the remaining budget can be used to upgrade dining or other activities). Tips Fuxi Mountain and the County Yamen are quite far apart, so it's recommended to take a taxi (approximately 40 yuan one-way) or drive. If you're pressed for time, skip the County Yamen and visit the "Shenxian Cave Forest Park" (karst caves, 50 yuan admission) instead. Xinmi can be hot in the summer, so bring a hat and sunglasses; dress warmly in the winter. This day trip combines nature, culture, and food, making it a relaxing and enjoyable weekend getaway! 🌄🍢

Day 1: Arrive in Xinmi and Explore the Yellow Emperor Palace Morning: Zhengzhou East Station → Xinmi (1 hour drive / 20 minutes by high-speed rail to Xinmi East Station) Afternoon: Visit the Yellow Emperor Palace (60 yuan) and see ancient military ruins Evening: Check into the Chengyude Hotel in the city (300 yuan/night, hot spring included) Dinner: Eat at the Xinmi Night Market (recommended: pan-fried rolls or stir-fried shrimp tails, 50 yuan per person) Day 2: Fuxi Mountain Red Stone Forest and Yunshang Ranch 8:00 AM: Charter a car to Fuxi Mountain (100 yuan/person, 80 yuan entrance fee) Morning: Explore the Red Stone Forest Cliff Walk and take Nordic-style photos Noon: Enjoy acorn jelly at a mountaintop farmhouse (30 yuan per person) Afternoon: Feed deer at Yunshang Ranch (60 yuan entrance fee), pretending to be in Nara Overnight: Xiangshuitang B&B on Fuxi Mountain (400 yuan/night, starry night room) Day Day 3: Fuxi Grand Canyon + Canyon Rafting Morning: Hike the Fuxi Grand Canyon (60 RMB admission) and see the cascading springs and waterfalls. Lunch: Enjoy earthen pot steamed buns in the canyon (25 RMB per person). Afternoon: Jungle Trekking at Sanquan Lake (120 RMB, thrilling aerial activities). Dinner: Customized Fuxi Mountain Banquet at the B&B (80 RMB per person). Day 4: Carnival Day at Yinji Animal Kingdom. Full Day: Enjoy the Yinji Animal Kingdom (280 RMB), animal feeding, and Broadway performances. Secret Feature: Free nighttime light show after 6:30 PM. Overnight: Yinji Huangdi Palace Royal Hot Spring Hotel (500 RMB per night, breakfast for two). Day Day 5: Chaohua Temple + Dahuting Han Tomb Morning: Visit the thousand-year-old Chaohua Temple (free), listen to Buddhist chants, and enjoy a vegetarian meal. Afternoon: Explore the Dahuting Han Tomb (40 yuan), and see authentic Eastern Han Dynasty murals. Evening: Visit Wenfeng Pagoda in Xinmi Old Town (free). Dinner: Zheng Xiwang BBQ (70 yuan per person). Day 6: Slow Tour of Fuxi Ancient Town + Return Trip. Morning: Make pottery in the ancient town at the foot of Fuxi Mountain (50 yuan experience fee). Lunch: Enjoy Xinmi's intangible cultural heritage, traditional braised noodles (20 yuan per person). Return: Purchase Xinmi honeysuckle and jade as souvenirs. #XinmiFuxiMountain #XinmiRedStoneForest #XinmiMountainZangAncientWallWeiGreatWallRelics