Qingcheng County Travel

Qingcheng County, Qingyang City, Gansu Province - the birthplace of Chinese farming civilization and the hometown of traditional Chinese medicine culture. Visit Zhouzu Mausoleum to trace back to our roots, tour Yaowang Cave (the health resort), and explore the profound Qihuang culture. This 2-day 1-night in-depth tour includes farming culture, traditional Chinese medicine culture, and health preservation experiences.

5000+
Years of Farming History
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National-Level TCM Culture Base
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National 4A-Level Scenic Areas
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TCM Experience Programs
Panoramic view of Zhouzu Mausoleum Scenic Area in Qingcheng
Zhouzu Mausoleum Scenic Area - Birthplace of Chinese Farming Civilization
The place where Bu Zhu, the ancestor of the Zhou Dynasty, taught people farming techniques. The scenic area includes core attractions such as Zhouzu Hall and Farming Culture Expo Park, and is a sacred place to explore the origin of Chinese farming civilization.

2-Day 1-Night Cultural & Health Tour of Qingcheng County

Explore the origin of farming civilization, experience traditional Chinese medicine culture, feel the way of health preservation, and taste Loess Plateau delicacies

Tour Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Zhouzu Mausoleum, Yaowang Cave, Qihuang Chinese Medicine Culture Museum
Suitable For
Culture Enthusiasts, Health Tourism Travelers, TCM Culture Lovers
Per Capita Budget
¥600-¥900
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Tracing Farming Origins
Zhouzu Mausoleum · Yaowang Cave
Itinerary Highlights

Arrive in Qingcheng, check into the hotel, then head to Zhouzu Mausoleum Scenic Area to explore the origin of Chinese farming civilization. In the afternoon, visit Yaowang Cave to experience TCM health preservation culture.

Attraction Arrangement
Zhouzu Mausoleum
The place where Bu Zhu, the ancestor of the Zhou Dynasty, taught people farming techniques. The scenic area includes core attractions such as Zhouzu Hall and Farming Culture Expo Park, fully displaying the development history of Chinese farming civilization.
Yaowang Cave
A famous Taoist health resort in eastern Gansu, said to be the place where Sun Simiao (the King of Medicine) collected herbs and made alchemy. The cave still preserves relics such as Yaowang Hall and alchemy furnace.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Qingcheng Hotel
  • Yaowang Health Preserving Hotel
  • County Business Hotels
Food Recommendations
  • Health-Preserving Medicinal Cuisine
  • Qingcheng Minced Pork Noodles
  • Polygonatum Stewed Chicken
Travel Tips
  • Hiking is required to climb Zhouzu Mausoleum
  • Watch your step in Yaowang Cave as it's slippery
  • Respect the etiquette of Taoist sites
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Qihuang Culture
Qihuang Chinese Medicine Culture Museum · Health Preservation Experience
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, visit the Qihuang Chinese Medicine Culture Museum to deeply understand the development history of traditional Chinese medicine. In the afternoon, experience TCM health preservation programs, purchase characteristic Chinese medicinal materials, and end the pleasant trip to Qingcheng.

Attraction Arrangement
Qihuang Chinese Medicine Culture Museum
China's first professional museum themed on Qihuang culture, systematically displaying the development history of traditional Chinese medicine, and collecting more than 2000 precious TCM cultural relics.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 3km from county seat to Zhouzu Mausoleum
  • Tourist shuttle buses between scenic areas
Characteristic Experiences
  • TCM Pulse Diagnosis Experience
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine Sachet Making
  • Health-Preserving Tea Tasting
Ticket Information
  • Zhouzu Mausoleum: ¥60
  • Yaowang Cave: ¥40
  • Museum: Free of Charge

Must-Try Foods in Qingcheng County

Health-Preserving Medicinal Cuisine

Characteristic meals integrated with TCM theories, using authentic medicinal materials such as Astragalus and Angelica sinensis combined with ingredients, with conditioning and health preservation effects.

Polygonatum Stewed Chicken

Made by slow stewing eastern Gansu Polygonatum with local chicken, the soup is delicious and nutritious, with the effect of tonifying the body. It is a traditional health-preserving dish in Qingcheng.

Qingcheng Minced Pork Noodles

A local variation of Qingyang Minced Pork Noodles, with chewy noodles and minced pork added with Chinese medicinal materials, combining delicious taste and health preservation effects.

Qingcheng County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (April-May): Pleasant climate, suitable for hiking
  • Autumn (September-October): Medicinal materials harvest season, rich experiences
  • Avoid rainy season (July-August) due to slippery roads
Must-Try Foods
  • Health-Preserving Medicinal Cuisine
  • Polygonatum Stewed Chicken
  • Qingcheng Minced Pork Noodles
  • Chinese Medicinal Herb Tea
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥100
  • Accommodation: ¥150-250 per night
  • Catering: ¥50-80 per day
  • Experience Programs: About ¥100
  • Total: ¥600-900
Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the most famous scenic spot in Qingcheng County? → Zhouzu Mausoleum Scenic Area
  • Opening hours of the Chinese Medicine Museum? → Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00
  • Who is Yaowang Cave suitable for? → Middle-aged and elderly health preservation enthusiasts
  • What are the characteristic souvenirs of Qingcheng? → Chinese medicinal materials, health-preserving tea, sachets

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