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Shouxian Ancient City
Shouxian Ancient City, known as Shouzhou and Shouchun in ancient times, served as the capital for the State of Chu at the end of the Warring States period and for the Huainan Kingdom during the Western Han Dynasty. For over 2,000 years, it has been an important town on the Huai River. The core highlight of the ancient city is the wall surrounding the old town. The existing wall was rebuilt during the Southern Song Dynasty and has been continuously repaired by subsequent dynasties, and some of the bricks still bear inscriptions such as "Jiankang." It has been continuously renovated throughout the ages, with bricks added to the exterior, serving the dual purpose of military defense and flood control. Stories closely related to the city wall include "The deep love of a cow for its calf," "The person inside the gate," and "The insatiable heart swallows an elephant." A moat surrounds the city wall, and the northern part runs along theHuai River. Taking a walk on the city wall offers some nice scenery. Inside the ancient city, ancient buildings stand in rows, and local people still live here, creating a rich atmosphere of daily life.Shou County · 690m from downtown
Bagong Mountain Geopark
With a long history, the Bagong Mountain Geopark is renowned for being the famous battlefield of "The Battle of Fei River" and the birthplace of Tofu. Bagong Mountain Tofu and bean products are very famous, and the unique Bagong Mountain "Tofu Banquet" is praised both at home and abroad. The scenery of the Bagong Mountain is unique, with a rich cultural landscape. There are more than 40 large and small mountain peaks in the territory. Ancient springs are scattered around, with Xiyun Spring, Yulu Spring and Lanxiang Spring being especially renowned. The Bagong Immortal Pavilion, Sun Family Park, Jade Bamboo Shoots, and Shimen Pond are spectacular, and there are also invaluable ancient fossils, which are 500–600 million years old.Huainan · 6.5km from Shou County
Anhui Chu Culture Museum (Shouxian County Museum)
Shou County Museum, a quite early museum of Anhui province, is located on the south of the West Street, Shouchun Town, and its original site was within the Baoen Temple. Main collections of the museum include historical relics unearthed in the local area, as well as cultural relics of the Chu cultural system. The museum also collects classic relics and revolutionary relics of the recent and modern times, with the age of collections ranging from the Neolithic Age to the recent and modern times.Shou County · 1.7km from downtown
Shou County Ancient City Wall
Shou County Ancient City Wall has a long history and is well-preserved, and each city gate is distinctive.Shou County · 435m from downtown
Maoxian Cave
Located in the south of Fengtai city, Anhui province, Maoxian Cave is surrounded on three sides by Huai River and is known as the "Huai scenic spot". The mountain's natural landscape is stunning with lush trees and flowing rivers. Since ancient times, this scenic region has been used to pass along Buddhist and Taoist knowledge. Its key attractions include Maoxian Cave, Gushoutang Lookout, Guxiangshan Temple, Linggui Meditation Point, Feishui battlefield and many other historical sites. The natural landscape and cultural meaning of the area are mutually enhancing.Fengtai · 12.1km from Shou County
Baoen Temple
Baoen Temple is located on the east side of the ancient city of Shouxian, known locally as the Great Temple, and is the main attraction in the ancient city of Shouxian. Baoen Temple was built in Tang Dynasty. According to legend, it was built by Emperor Xuanzang of Tang Dynasty and has a long history. The monastery discovered the underground palace during the demolition of the dangerous pagoda in the Northern Song Dynasty. The precious gold and silver coffins and relics were unearthed in the underground palace, which are now hidden in the Shou County Museum. The existing 18 Arhat clay statues in the temple are also artistic treasures, so you can take a good look here. Bao'en Temple is a typical traditional temple building with three entrances. From Zhaobi, from south to north, there are Shanmen, Daxiong Hall and Pilu Pavilion. There are green plants in the courtyard, including ancient ginkgo trees that are more than 1,300 years old. The environment is beautiful, and you can visit them one by one after entering the temple. The precious 18 Arhat statues in the temple are located on both sides of the Daxiong Hall. They were built during the Qianlong period. They are exquisite in craftsmanship and have their own characteristics.Shou County · 922m from downtown
Binglian Cave Wonderland
Ice Curtain Wonderland is a spectacular snow and ice attraction that blends natural views with artificial ingenuity, located by Jiaogang Lake in Maoji Experimental Zone. This project not only recreates the geological wonders of the Ice Age but also incorporates various snow and ice recreational activities, offering visitors a comprehensive and multi-layered leisure vacation experience. The featured experiences at Ice Curtain Wonderland include: Wormhole Crossing, Ice Curtain Wonderland, Haibao Ice Fun Castle, Snow Play Slide, Snow Playground, Ice and Snow Drift, Snow Shadow Floating Bridge, Flowing Waterfall, Calafate Tunnel Crossing, Temperature Zone, Ice and Snow Canyon, Underground Ice Palace, Ice Carved Dragon Throne, Ice Curtain Waterfall, Ice Love Wonderland, One Tree One Bodhi, Galaxy Falls on Glacier, Moon Palace, and Ice Jade Path.Fengtai · 15.5km from Shou County
Tomb of Liu An, King of Huainan
The Tomb of Liu An, King of Huainan, also known as the Tomb of King Huainan of the Han Dynasty, is the tomb of Liu An, the famous King of Huainan in the Han Dynasty. Liu An, the king of Huainan, was the grandson of Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty. He was famous for his invention of tofu. Liu An later committed suicide and was buried at the foot of Bagong Mountain. Today's tomb of the King of Huainan is relatively simple and small, and you can walk around and watch it after entering. The cemetery has a round hole-style gate on which is written "The Tomb of the King of Huainan of the Han Dynasty". After entering the cemetery, you can see a stone tablet with the words "The Birthplace of Tofu" written on it. The stone tablet records that Liu An accidentally invented tofu because of seeking immortality and medicine. There is also a stele inscribed by Wu Kunxiu, a famous military attache and writer of the Qing Dynasty, in the park, "The Tomb of the King of Huainan of the Han Dynasty", which is very simple. Walking into the depths of the cemetery is the tomb of the King of Huainan. The tomb is surrounded by a one-meter-high bluestone retaining wall, inlaid with stone protection signs, rebuilt tombstones, etc., you can simply visit. In addition, the cemetery of the King of Huainan has lush trees and a good environment, and there are not many tourists here. It is also a good experience to walk around the park and feel the vicissitudes of history and tranquility.Shou County · 3.2km from downtown
Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City
Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City is located on the beautiful Jiaogang Lake at the Maojiu Expressway Maoji Exit, and is a large film and television production base currently under construction. Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City has been planned, invested in, constructed and managed by Hayden Corporation's Huainan Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City Ltd. It is a key construction project for the culture industry in Anhui province and the city. At present the large cultural space Shuangan Square, the old railway station, the Yujia Garden and other scenic spots have already been constructed, accompanied by a real-life CS war game, a fun farm, a train hotel and other installations and items.Fengtai · 15.8km from Shou County
Anfengtang
Shou County · 33.7km from downtown
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Shouxian Ancient City
Shou County · 690m from downtownAnhui Chu Culture Museum (Shouxian County Museum)
Shou County · 1.7km from downtownBaoen Temple
Shou County · 922m from downtownAnfengtang
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Shou County Confucius Temple
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Jiaogang Lake National Wetland Park
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Nanjing Museum
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What travellers say about Shou County
帕夫 go3656 March 2025
5.0
寿县古城历史悠久，文化底蕴深厚。古城墙是寿县古城的一大亮点，沿着古城墙漫步，欣赏城墙上的砖瓦和箭楼，感受古代军事防御的场景。此外，寿县古城的特色小吃种类繁多，口味独特，如寿县大救驾、寿县牛肉汤等，都很有特点。
Shouxian Ancient City
五行缺土2616 May 2026
5.0
Bagongshan Geopark offers excellent value for money and boasts a wealth of attractions. Its lush forests and verdant vegetation make it a natural green lung for the city, providing a tranquil and comfortable environment. Visitors can explore the geological museum to learn about natural landforms, or visit cultural sites such as the Huainanzi Cultural Park, Huainan Royal Palace, Shengxiantai, and Baita Temple. The combination of natural scenery and ancient charm makes it a perfect place for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Bagong Mountain Geopark
清风若溪24 November 2025
4.0
The Anhui Chu Culture Museum, located in Shouxian County, Huainan City, is the only national first-class museum in China named after Chu culture. Formerly known as the Shouxian County Museum, it houses over 10,000 artifacts, including more than 230 sets of national first-class cultural relics. Among them, seven pieces, including the Three-Legged Ram Zun and the Sword bestowed by King Zhi of Yue, are considered the museum's most prized possessions.
Anhui Chu Culture Museum (Shouxian County Museum)
M25***4023 March 2023
5.0
Free attractions, real ancient monuments, walk on the city wall in spring, feel the wonderful fusion of history and spring vitality, and visit the Chu Culture Museum by the way. It's a perfect day~
Shou County Ancient City Wall
葫芦森林11 July 2021
5.0
A place near home! A good place to hang out on weekends! Blue sky and white clouds, picturesque scenery! The air is much better than in the city! A holy place for Buddhism and Taoism! Worth recommending!
Maoxian Cave
辰宁在心28 October 2021
4.0
Shou County Baoen Temple is located near the east gate of Shou County. It is a thousand-year-old temple built during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. The famous monk Xuanzang presided over the construction. There are two thousand-year-old ginkgo trees in the temple, which are estimated to have been planted when the temple was built.
Baoen Temple
M50***686 October 2025
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I didn't expect there was such a scenic spot on the Huainan Expressway. I passed by temporarily and stayed in Jiaogang Lake Scenic Area for one night. The lake breeze and the sunshine were bright. During the National Day holiday, it was far better than the crowded and chaotic 5A scenic spots in Henan. It gave us a special experience during this holiday. Come on!
Binglian Cave Wonderland
白驹幕府过隙2 January 2026
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Within Shouxian County, Huainan, it is open to the public free of charge and unmanaged.
Liu An, the King of Huainan, was obsessed with alchemy, and legend has it that tofu was invented during his alchemy practice. The idiom "even chickens and dogs ascend to heaven" also originates from this place, describing the attainment of immortality through alchemy.
Tomb of Liu An, King of Huainan
M50***7730 March 2024
5.0
The very good Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City is only a few hundred meters away from Jiaogang Lake. You can visit the two attractions together, including the educated youth site, the Anti-Japanese War City, the old city during the Republic of China period, the railway station, and the children's playground.
Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City
听爵士的流氓兔14 November 2022
5.0
Anfengtang is the earliest large-scale pond irrigation project in the history of Chinese water conservancy. It has a scientific site selection, reasonable project layout and abundant water resources. Its construction has provided valuable experience for large-scale pond irrigation projects in later generations. For thousands of years, Anfengtang has played an important role in irrigation, shipping, and military support.
Anfengtang
