Anping County Travel

Anping County, Hengshui City, Hebei Province — the birthplace of China's first rural Party branch, integrating red culture, historical sites and folk customs. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour to revisit revolutionary history, explore the heritage of the millennium-old county, and experience the new look of this red land in the new era.

100+

Years of Red Historical Accumulation

Provincial-Level Cultural Relic Protection Units

Core Scenic Spots

15+

Special Local Foods

Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch in Anping

The birthplace of China's first rural Party branch, the memorial hall displays the revolutionary course of early Communists through cultural relics, pictures and scene restorations, and is an important red education base

2-Day 1-Night Red Culture Tour of Anping County

Visit China's first rural Party branch, explore the millennium-old heritage of Saint Gu Temple, taste the authentic flavor of Anping Old Tofu, and unlock the beauty of red history and ancient county culture

                    
Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch in Anping, Saint Gu Temple, Taicheng Red Culture Scenic Area, Ping'an Park

                    
Suitable For
Red culture enthusiasts, historical researchers, parent-child families, folk custom experiencers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥400-¥700

Red Memories

Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch in Anping · Taicheng Red Culture Scenic Area · Anping Museum

Itinerary Highlights

Visit the Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch in the morning to revisit revolutionary history; explore Taicheng Red Culture Scenic Area in the afternoon to learn about the anti-Japanese stories in central Hebei; visit Anping Museum in the evening to systematically understand the county's development history.

Attraction Arrangement

Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch in Anping

Founded by Comrade Gong Zhongtao in 1923, it is China's first rural Party branch. The memorial hall vividly shows the history of early rural Party building through cultural relics, pictures, scene restorations and other means.

Taicheng Red Culture Scenic Area

Including the former site of China's first rural Party branch, Gong Zhongtao's former residence and other scenic spots, it is an important red education base in central Hebei, reproducing the struggle course of rural Party organizations during the revolutionary period.

Anping Museum

The museum has a collection of more than 1,000 cultural relics, covering various cultural relics from the Neolithic Age to the Ming and Qing dynasties, systematically showing the historical evolution, cultural development and red revolutionary course of Anping County.

Practical Information

Accommodation Recommendations

Hotels in the county center
Red-themed homestays
Inns around Cultural Street

Food Recommendations

Anping Old Tofu
Crispy Fish
Horseshoe Sesame Cake
Hengshui Lake Roast Duck Eggs

Travel Tips

Professional commentators are available for red scenic spots (¥50 per time)
Photography is prohibited in the memorial hall
Farmhouse meals are available in Taicheng Village

Ancient County Customs

Saint Gu Temple · Anping Ancient City Wall · Ping'an Park · Return Trip

Itinerary Highlights

Explore the millennium-old Saint Gu Temple in the morning to experience folk culture; stroll along the Anping Ancient City Wall in the afternoon to overlook the county scenery; visit Ping'an Park in the evening to experience local leisure life, then purchase local specialties and return.

Attraction Arrangement

Saint Gu Temple

First built in the Western Han Dynasty to commemorate Saint Gu who "filial piety moved heaven and earth", the existing buildings were rebuilt in the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Hebei Province, with important historical and artistic value.

Anping Ancient City Wall

First built in the Ming Dynasty, the existing part of the city wall was repaired in the Qing Dynasty. It is an important symbol of Anping County's historical and cultural heritage. The remaining height of the city wall is 5-8 meters, retaining the pattern of the ancient city defense system.

Ping'an Park

A comprehensive park in the county, integrating leisure, fitness and cultural display. The park has a red culture corridor, folk custom sculptures, etc., and is an important place for citizens' daily activities.

Practical Information

Transportation Guide

Scenic spots in the county can be reached by taxi (starting price ¥6)
Saint Gu Temple is about 5 km from the county seat, accessible by Bus No.3
Anping Bus Station has regular buses to Hengshui urban area (every 30 minutes)

Ticket Information

Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch in Anping: Free (reservation required)
Saint Gu Temple: ¥20 per person
Taicheng Red Culture Scenic Area: Free
Anping Museum: Free

Travel Tips

Folk legend explanations are available in Saint Gu Temple (incense can be offered for blessing)
The best time to take photos of the ancient city wall is early morning or evening
It is recommended to buy local specialties at the central market of the county seat

Must-Try Foods in Anping County

Anping Old Tofu

Anping's traditional breakfast, made of high-quality soybeans to make tofu curd, served with specially made marinade, sesame paste, chive flower and other seasonings. It has a smooth and tender taste and a mellow flavor, and is one of the most favorite breakfasts of local people.

Anping Crispy Fish

Made from fresh fish from Hengshui Lake, marinated through multiple processes and then slowly crisped over low heat. The bones are crispy and the meat is tender, salty and delicious, and can be preserved for a long time. It is a famous local snack.

Horseshoe Sesame Cake

Named for its shape like a horseshoe, it is baked with traditional stoves, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It can be eaten with meat or vegetables, and is a popular special pasta in Anping area.

Hengshui Lake Roast Duck Eggs

Marinated with duck eggs from Hengshui Lake, the egg yolk is oily, moderately salty, with a unique lake area flavor. It is a well-known specialty of Anping and surrounding areas.

Anping County Travel Tips

Best Travel Time

Spring (April-May): Pleasant climate, suitable for outdoor activities
Autumn (September-October): Clear and crisp weather, comfortable for visiting historical sites
Red-themed tours: Suitable all year round, with special activities on holidays

Must-Try Foods

Anping Old Tofu
Anping Crispy Fish
Horseshoe Sesame Cake
Hengshui Lake Roast Duck Eggs
Anping Braised Chicken

Budget Reference

Tickets: About ¥50 (for paid scenic spots like Saint Gu Temple)
Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
Catering: ¥40-80 per day
Transportation: About ¥30
Total: ¥400-700

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to make a reservation for the Memorial Hall of China's First Rural Party Branch? → Yes, reservations can be made through the official website or phone
What special activities are there in Saint Gu Temple? → Traditional temple fair on the third day of the third lunar month
Where can I buy authentic Anping Old Tofu? → Many time-honored shops on Laobei Street in the county seat
What are the transportation methods from Anping to Hengshui urban area? → Bus or taxi (about 40 minutes)

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