Qingyang City Travel

Qingyang, Gansu — the birthplace of Chinese farming civilization and an old revolutionary base area. Visit Zhouzu Mausoleum to trace roots, admire the thousand-year-old Buddhist charm of North Grotto Temple, and tour Nanliang to relive the revolutionary years.

5000+
Years of Farming History
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National Historical and Cultural City
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National Key Cultural Relic Protection Units
20+
Intangible Cultural Heritage Projects

3-Day 2-Night Cultural Tour of Qingyang City

Explore the origin of farming civilization, trace revolutionary footprints, experience Longdong folk customs, and taste Loess Plateau delicacies

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Xifeng District, Qingcheng County, Huachi County
Suitable For
Culture Lovers, History Explorers, Red Tourism Enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥800-¥1200
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Tracing Farming Civilization
Zhouzu Mausoleum · Longdong Folk Custom Museum
Itinerary Highlights

Arrive in Qingyang, visit Zhouzu Mausoleum, the birthplace of Chinese farming civilization, and tour Longdong Folk Custom Museum in the afternoon to experience the folk culture of the Loess Plateau.

Attraction Arrangement
Zhouzu Mausoleum
The burial place of Bu Zhu, ancestor of the Zhou Dynasty, and the birthplace of Chinese farming civilization. The scenic area includes Zhouzu Hall, Farming Culture Expo Park and other attractions.
Longdong Folk Custom Museum
A thematic museum displaying the folk culture of the Longdong area, collecting more than 3,000 pieces of various folk cultural relics, fully reflecting the living style of the Loess Plateau.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Qingyang Hotel
  • Longdong Pearl Hotel
  • Central Business Hotel in Xifeng District
Food Recommendations
  • Saozi Noodles
  • Mutton Soaked Bread
  • Buckwheat Noodles (Heluo)
Travel Tips
  • Hiking is required to climb Zhouzu Mausoleum
  • Folk Custom Museum is closed on Mondays
  • Pay attention to sun protection and hydration
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Grotto Art
North Grotto Temple · Small Kongtong Mountain
Itinerary Highlights

Visit North Grotto Temple, one of the four major grottoes in Gansu, and tour Small Kongtong Mountain in the afternoon to experience the perfect combination of Taoism culture and Loess Plateau landforms.

Attraction Arrangement
North Grotto Temple
One of the four major grottoes in Gansu, built in the Northern Wei Dynasty, with 296 existing grotto niches and 2,126 statues, it is the largest grotto group in the Longdong area.
Small Kongtong Mountain
A famous Taoist mountain in eastern Gansu, with steep mountains and numerous Taoist temples, known as "the first mountain in eastern gansu/", it is a unique landscape on the Loess Plateau.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 25 km from Xifeng to North Grotto Temple
  • Chartered car or tourist special line is recommended
  • Driving time is about 40 minutes
Ticket Information
  • North Grotto Temple: ¥60
  • Small Kongtong Mountain: ¥30
Travel Tips
  • Flash photography is prohibited in the grottoes
  • Hiking is required to climb Small Kongtong Mountain
  • Pay attention to anti-slip
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Red Memory
Nanliang Revolutionary Memorial Hall · Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Go to Huachi County to visit Nanliang Revolutionary Memorial Hall and learn about the history of the Shaanxi-Gansu Border Revolutionary Base Area. Return in the afternoon according to flight/train schedule.

Attraction Arrangement
Nanliang Revolutionary Memorial Hall
An important venue commemorating the Shaanxi-Gansu Border Revolutionary Base Area, showing the struggle course of revolutionary predecessors such as Liu Zhidan, Xie Zichang, and Xi Zhongxun.
Practical Information
Notes
  • ID card is required for visiting the memorial hall
  • Keep solemn and respectful
  • No loud talking
Featured Experiences
  • Explanation of red stories
  • Learning to sing revolutionary songs
  • Reaffirming the Party membership oath
Return Suggestions
  • Qingyang Airport is 8 km from the urban area
  • High-speed rail to Xi'an direction is available
  • It is recommended to depart 2 hours in advance

Must-Try Foods in Qingyang City

Saozi Noodles

Traditional noodles in Qingyang, with chewy noodles and saozi (minced meat sauce) stir-fried with pork, tofu, carrots, etc. The soup is rich and flavorful, which is a representative food in the Longdong area.

Mutton Soaked Bread

Selected mountain mutton from eastern Gansu, with tender meat and no muttony smell, served with handmade bread, the soup is fresh and the meat is tender, which is an excellent product for keeping out the cold in winter.

Buckwheat Noodles (Heluo)

Featured coarse grain noodles in Qingyang, pressed from buckwheat flour, served with mutton soup or sour soup, with a unique taste and rich nutrition.

Yellow Rice Wine

Traditional fermented wine in Qingyang, brewed from millet and glutinous rice, with orange-yellow color and mellow taste, it is a necessary drink for entertaining guests locally.

Qingyang City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (April-May): Peach and apricot blossoms are in full bloom
  • Autumn (September-October): The climate is cool and pleasant
  • Avoid the severe cold period in winter (December-February)
Must-Try Foods
  • Saozi Noodles
  • Mutton Soaked Bread
  • Buckwheat Noodles (Heluo)
  • Yellow Rice Wine
  • Fried Cakes
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥150
  • Accommodation: ¥120-200 per night
  • Catering: ¥40-80 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥200
  • Total: ¥800-1200
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Which is older, North Grotto Temple or Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang? → North Grotto Temple was built in the Northern Wei Dynasty, while Mogao Grottoes was built in the Sixteen Kingdoms period
  • Is reservation required for Nanliang Revolutionary Memorial Hall? → Reservation is required for groups, individual visitors can visit directly
  • How to get from Qingyang to Xi'an? → High-speed rail takes about 2 hours, bus takes about 4 hours
  • What to pay attention to when traveling on the Loess Plateau? → Pay attention to wind and sand protection, prepare sun protection supplies