Bazhou City Travel

Bazhou City, Langfang, Hebei — an important historical and cultural town in South Beijing-Tianjin Area, integrating the commercial port customs of Shengfang Ancient Town, the hometown of Peking Opera master Li Shaochun, and the culture of Ming and Qing courtyards, combining intangible cultural heritage inheritance and water town charm. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour decodes the essence of northern commercial port culture and experiences the unique charm of the integration of tradition and modernity.

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Years of Ancient Town History
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4A-Class Scenic Area
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Core Attractions
18+
Special Foods
Shengfang Ancient Town, Bazhou City, Langfang City
Shengfang Ancient Town - Northern Water Town Commercial Port
A millennium-old town known as "Northern Suzhou and Hangzhou", it was an important northern commercial port during the Ming and Qing dynasties, retaining a large number of Ming and Qing buildings with crisscross water lanes, which is the core area to experience the culture of northern water towns and commercial ports

2-Day 1-Night Cultural Tour in South Beijing-Tianjin Area of Bazhou City

Visit Shengfang Ancient Town to taste the customs of commercial ports, explore Shaochun Memorial Hall to understand the charm of Peking Opera, visit Ming and Qing courtyards to appreciate the beauty of architecture, and unlock the charm of northern water towns and intangible cultural heritage

Itinerary Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Shengfang Ancient Town, Li Shaochun Memorial Hall, Zhang Family Courtyard, Mangniu River Park
Suitable For
History Enthusiasts, Peking Opera Fans, Architecture Lovers, Food Explorers, Family with Kids
Per Capita Budget
¥450-¥900
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Exploring the Ancient Town
Shengfang Ancient Town · Zhang Family Courtyard · Wang Family Courtyard · Shengfang Night Market
Itinerary Highlights

Stroll through Shengfang Ancient Town in the morning to experience the style of northern water towns, visit Zhang Family Courtyard and Wang Family Courtyard to appreciate Ming and Qing architecture, and wander around Shengfang Night Market in the evening to taste river delicacies and special snacks.

Attraction Arrangement
Shengfang Ancient Town
Founded in the Spring and Autumn Period, it became an important northern land and water commercial port during the Ming and Qing dynasties, known as "Northern Suzhou and Hangzhou". It retains historical sites such as Wenchang Pavilion, Opera House and Memorial Archway, with interesting water lanes and stone bridges.
Zhang Family Courtyard
A representative courtyard in Shengfang Ancient Town, built in the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, covering an area of 1648 square meters, with brick and wood structure, combining the thickness of the north and the delicacy of the south. The brick carving and wood carving techniques are exquisite, showing the culture of Ming and Qing commercial gangs.
Wang Family Courtyard
Known as "the twin jewels of Shengfang" together with Zhang Family Courtyard, it was built in the early years of the Republic of China, integrating Chinese and Western architectural styles. The stone carvings and paintings in the courtyard are exquisite. It was once the location of Shengfang Chamber of Commerce, witnessing the commercial prosperity of the ancient town.
Shengfang Night Market
The most lively night market in the ancient town, gathering special foods such as Shengfang Crab, river fresh barbecue and fried cakes, combined with handicraft stalls. When the lanterns are on at night, the charm of the water town at night is fully displayed.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Shengfang Ancient Town Homestay (including antique courtyards)
  • 4-star hotels in Bazhou urban area
  • Budget hotels in Shengfang Town
Food Recommendations
  • Shengfang Crab
  • Bazhou Braised Pancake
  • Shengfang Preserved Egg
  • Nanmeng Sheep Offal
Travel Tips
  • Shengfang Ancient Town cruise experience ¥20 per person (30 minutes)
  • Combined ticket for Zhang Family Courtyard + Wang Family Courtyard ¥35 per person
  • Autumn (September-October) is the best season to taste Shengfang Crab
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Cultural Appreciation
Li Shaochun Memorial Hall · Bazhou Museum · Mangniu River Historical and Cultural Park · Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Li Shaochun Memorial Hall in the morning to experience the demeanor of the Peking Opera master, explore Bazhou Museum to understand local history, stroll through Mangniu River Park in the afternoon to appreciate water scenery and historical sites, and purchase local specialties in the evening before returning.

Attraction Arrangement
Li Shaochun Memorial Hall
Built to commemorate the Peking Opera master Li Shaochun, the museum displays his performance costumes, props, stills, etc., and has a Peking Opera experience area, holding regular Peking Opera performances, which is a base for inheriting Peking Opera culture.
Bazhou Museum
A comprehensive museum showcasing the history and culture of Bazhou, with a collection of more than 3,000 cultural relics covering the Shang and Zhou dynasties to the Ming and Qing dynasties, focusing on showing Bazhou's historical status as a "key gateway in southern Hebei".
Mangniu River Historical and Cultural Park
A cultural theme park built relying on Mangniu River, integrating water conservancy landscapes and historical culture, with ancient bridges, memorial archways, sculptures, etc., showing the style of Bazhou's "water rhyme ancient street", and is a leisure resort for citizens.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Shengfang Ancient Town is 35 kilometers away from Bazhou urban area, accessible by Shengfang special line bus (¥10) or self-driving
  • Li Shaochun Memorial Hall can be reached directly by Bazhou Bus No.1 and No.3
  • Mangniu River Park is adjacent to the urban area, walking or cycling is recommended
Ticket Information
  • Shengfang Ancient Town: Free (Combined ticket for Zhang Family Courtyard + Wang Family Courtyard ¥35)
  • Li Shaochun Memorial Hall: Free
  • Bazhou Museum: Free
  • Mangniu River Park: Free
Travel Tips
  • Peking Opera experience at Li Shaochun Memorial Hall needs to be booked in advance (free of charge)
  • Bazhou Museum provides free explanation (for groups of more than 10 people)
  • It is recommended to buy specialty Shengfang Crab in regular aquatic stores (price about ¥80-150 per catty in autumn)

Must-Try Foods in Bazhou City

Shengfang Crab

A specialty of Shengfang Town, Bazhou, named after being produced in Shengfang Lake, it is as famous as Yangcheng Lake Hairy Crabs, with tender meat and plump crab roe. It was once a royal tribute during the Ming and Qing dynasties, known as the "King of Northern Crabs".

Bazhou Braised Pancake

A classic pasta in Bazhou, made by cutting baked pancakes into shreds and braising them with bean sprouts, shredded pork, etc. The pancake shreds absorb the soup and become soft and flavorful, salty and palatable. It is a daily staple food of local people with a history of over 100 years.

Shengfang Preserved Egg

A traditional egg product in Shengfang, made by marinating local duck eggs through a unique process. The egg white is amber-colored with clear pine flower patterns, and the yolk is soft-hearted with a delicate taste, which is an excellent side dish.

Nanmeng Sheep Offal

A special snack in Nanmeng Town, Bazhou, made of fresh sheep offal, cleaned and stewed with secret seasonings, with clear soup and mellow taste. It is served with sesame seed cakes and is a warm food for local people in winter.

Bazhou City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (April-May): Flowers bloom in the ancient town, suitable for spring outings and visiting historical sites
  • Autumn (September-October): Shengfang Crab is on the market, combining food and autumn outings
  • Winter (December-February): Experience the Spring Festival folk activities in the ancient town
Must-Try Foods
  • Shengfang Crab
  • Bazhou Braised Pancake
  • Shengfang Preserved Egg
  • Nanmeng Sheep Offal
  • Shengfang Fried Cake
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥50 (including combined courtyard tickets)
  • Accommodation: ¥120-260 per night
  • Catering: ¥80-150 per day (including river fresh food)
  • Transportation: About ¥60
  • Total: ¥450-900
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Can I drive into Shengfang Ancient Town? → Core area is prohibited, there are parking lots on the periphery (¥5 per hour)
  • Are there performances at Li Shaochun Memorial Hall? → Peking Opera fans often perform on weekends (free of charge)
  • How to preserve Shengfang Crab? → Fresh crabs can be refrigerated for 3-5 days, it is recommended to buy and eat immediately
  • Is the explanation of Zhang Family Courtyard charged? → ¥20 per time (for less than 5 people)

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