Datong District Tourism, Huainan City, Anhui Province

Datong District, Huainan City, Anhui Province — integrating red culture and ecological resources, featuring scenic spots such as Shangyao Forest Park, Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum, and Shungeng Mountain Scenic Area. Experience historical memories and natural wild fun in a one-day in-depth tour.

105
km² Area
200,000+
Permanent Population
70+
Years of District Establishment
5
Major Featured Scenic Spots
Shangyao Forest Park Landscape, Datong District, Huainan
Shangyao Forest Park - Ecological Business Card of Datong District
A famous ecological park in Huainan City with a high forest coverage rate. It features exotic mountains and rocks, clear springs and streams, making it an ideal place for citizens to get close to nature and spend their holidays.

1-Day Red Culture & Ecological Tour in Datong District

Red Education, Forest Oxygen Bar, Mountain Scenery, Wetland Landscape, Old Street Customs

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum, Shangyao Forest Park, Shungeng Mountain Scenic Area, Datong Wetland Park, Luohe Town Old Street
Suitable For
Red Culture Learners, Ecological Enthusiasts, Mountaineering Lovers, History Explorers
Per Capita Budget
¥100-¥300
Full Day
Red Culture & Ecological Tour in Datong District
Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum · Shangyao Forest Park · Shungeng Mountain Scenic Area · Datong Wetland Park · Luohe Town Old Street
Tour Highlights

Visit the Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum in the morning to receive red education and tour Shangyao Forest Park to experience the ecological oxygen bar; climb Shungeng Mountain to overlook the urban area and stroll through Datong Wetland Park to get close to nature in the afternoon; visit Luohe Town Old Street to experience the market customs in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum
A key national cultural relic protection unit and a patriotic education base. It showcases the bitter history and resistance spirit of modern coal miners, serving as an important window to understand the coal mine history and revolutionary history of Huainan.
Shangyao Forest Park
A national 3A-level scenic area and one of the first provincial-level forest parks in Anhui Province. The park is covered with dense forests and features landscapes such as Dongshan Mountain, Mingwang Temple, and Dizangwang Temple, integrating natural and cultural landscapes.
Shungeng Mountain Scenic Area
An urban mountain park spanning Datong District, with the main peak at an altitude of 297 meters. There are trails and pavilions in the mountains with abundant vegetation, making it an ideal place for citizens to climb for fitness and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Urban buses No.3 and No.9 can reach the core area of Datong
  • Shangyao Forest Park is accessible by minibus
  • Shared bikes are available around Shungeng Mountain
  • Luohe Town Old Street is about 10 km from the urban area, easily accessible by taxi
Ticket Information
  • Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum: Free (ID card required)
  • Shangyao Forest Park: ¥20 per person
  • Shungeng Mountain Scenic Area: Free
  • Datong Wetland Park: Free
  • Luohe Town Old Street: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Shangyao Sanzi (Fried Dough Twists)
  • Luohe Doubing (Mung Bean Cake)
  • Datong Mutton Soup
  • Huainan Beef Soup (Datong Flavor)

Must-Try Foods in Datong District

Shangyao Sanzi (Fried Dough Twists)

A traditional snack in Shangyao Town, Datong District, made from flour, sesame seeds, salt, etc., and fried. It has uniform strips, crispy taste, and a long history, being a necessary food for local festivals.

Luohe Doubing (Mung Bean Cake)

A specialty food in Luohe Town, Datong District, made from mung beans, as thin as paper. It can be stir-fried or boiled, with a chewy texture and rich bean flavor, being a well-known farmhouse specialty in Huainan area.

Datong Mutton Soup

A specialty soup in Datong District, made from local goats and slow-cooked for several hours. The soup is milky white, the meat is tender, served with local chili powder and coriander, with a unique flavor.

Huainan Beef Soup (Datong Flavor)

An improved version of beef soup in Datong District, adding local spices to the traditional formula, making the soup more rich. It is eaten with Shangyao Sanzi, being a popular breakfast combination locally.

Datong District Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (April-May): Shangyao Forest Park is full of blooming flowers
  • Autumn (October-November): Shungeng Mountain has clear sky and fresh air, suitable for mountaineering
  • Visit the wetland park in the early morning or evening to escape the heat in summer
  • It is recommended to avoid peak holidays when visiting Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum
Must-Experience Activities
  • Listen to historical explanations at Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum
  • Hike and breathe fresh air in Shangyao Forest Park
  • Overlook the panoramic view of Huainan urban area from the top of Shungeng Mountain
  • Bird watching and photography at Datong Wetland Park
  • Taste authentic farmhouse food at Luohe Town Old Street
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥20
  • Catering: ¥60-100
  • Transportation: ¥40-80
  • Shopping: ¥50-150
  • Total: ¥100-300
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Do I need to make an appointment to visit Datong Ten Thousand People Pit Education Museum? → Groups need to make an appointment, individuals can enter directly with ID cards
  • How long does it take to visit Shangyao Forest Park? → About 2-3 hours
  • Is Shungeng Mountain suitable for the elderly to climb? → There are gentle trails, suitable for leisure walking
  • What are the special souvenirs in Datong District? → Gift boxes of Shangyao Sanzi, Luohe Doubing, and coal mine culture creative products

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