Wen'an County Travel
Wen'an County, Langfang City, Hebei Province — an ancient water town south of Beijing, integrating Wen'an Ancient City Wall, Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond, and Daweihe Mosque, blending Wadian scenery with historical culture. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour decodes the essence of the water town in central Hebei and appreciates the unique charm of the integration of nature and humanity.
2-Day 1-Night Water Town Culture Tour of Wen'an County
Visit the historical relics of the ancient city wall, admire the grand scenery of the Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond, taste authentic local food of Wen'an, and unlock the beauty of water town and humanistic history in central Hebei
In the morning, visit the Wen'an Ancient City Wall to feel the vicissitudes of history, visit the Wen'an Museum to understand the local development context, and in the evening, go to Suqiao Town to experience the ancient town style and special local food.
- Hotels in Wen'an County Seat
- Featured Homestays in Suqiao Town
- Farmhouses around Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond
- Wen'an Braised Fish
- Suqiao Smoked Fish
- Wen'an Lamb Pie
- Pan-Fried Cornbread
- Visitors to the ancient city wall must abide by protection regulations and are prohibited from climbing
- The light in Suqiao Town is suitable for photography in the evening, it is recommended to visit at this time
- The museum is open free of charge, and you can hire an interpreter (¥50/time)
In the morning, stroll through the Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond to enjoy the water town scenery, visit the Daweihe Mosque to experience ethnic culture, experience leisure projects in the Luneng Ecological Zone in the afternoon, and purchase local specialties to return in the evening.
- There is a tourist special line from the county seat to the Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond (6 trips a day)
- Daweihe Mosque is about 15 kilometers from the county seat, self-driving is recommended
- Luneng Ecological Zone can be reached by self-driving or township buses
- Wen'an Ancient City Wall: Free
- Wen'an Museum: Free
- Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond: ¥30/person (cruise ship charged separately)
- Daweihe Mosque: Free
- Luneng Ecological Zone: ¥50/person
- The best time to visit the Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond is July-August when the lotus flowers are in full bloom
- Respect religious customs and dress appropriately when entering the mosque
- It is recommended to reserve 3 hours to experience various projects in Luneng Ecological Zone
Must-Try Foods in Wen'an County
Wen'an Braised Fish
A traditional famous dish of Wen'an, made with fresh crucian carp produced in the local Wadian wetland, simmered slowly with various seasonings. The fish meat is tender and the soup is rich, which is a representative delicacy of the water town in central Hebei.
Suqiao Smoked Fish
A traditional snack of Suqiao Town, made with fresh grass carp marinated and smoked with fruit wood. It has a bright red color, firm meat, rich smoked flavor, and is easy to carry and preserve.
Wen'an Lamb Pie
A local specialty pasta in Wen'an, filled with fresh mutton, with thin and chewy dough, baked on a griddle. It has thin crust and plenty of filling, with a fragrant smell, and is a good product to warm the stomach in winter.
Pan-Fried Cornbread
A traditional farm food in Wen'an, made of cornmeal or miscellaneous grain flour, pasted on the edge of an iron pot and stewed until cooked. The bottom is crispy and the upper part is soft, often served with braised fish.
- Summer (July-August): The lotus flowers in the Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond are in full bloom, with the best scenery
- Autumn (September-October): The climate is cool, suitable for visiting ancient towns
- Winter (December-February): You can experience the winter characteristics of the northern water town
- Wen'an Braised Fish
- Suqiao Smoked Fish
- Wen'an Lamb Pie
- Pan-Fried Cornbread
- Wen'an Fire Cake
- Tickets: About ¥100 (main attractions)
- Accommodation: ¥100-200/night
- Catering: ¥40-80/day
- Transportation: About ¥30
- Total: ¥400-700
- Do I need to book in advance for the Ten Thousand Mu Lotus Pond? → No reservation required, tickets can be purchased on site
- How long does it take to visit Wen'an Ancient City Wall? → 1-2 hours is recommended
- Where can I buy authentic Suqiao Smoked Fish? → Time-honored shops in Suqiao Town
- Can I visit Daweihe Mosque during prayer time? → Not recommended, need to avoid main prayer time