Xianghe County Travel
Xianghe County, Langfang City, Hebei Province - the "Pearl of Jingji" along the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, integrating the antique building complex of The First City Under Heaven, the Capital of Chinese Furniture, and authentic Xianghe meat pies, blending historical style with modern commerce. Unlock the charm of canal culture and food with a 2-day & 1-night in-depth tour, and experience the unique customs at the junction of Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei.
2-Day & 1-Night Jingji Cultural Tour in Xianghe County
Visit The First City Under Heaven to admire the style of ancient capital, stroll around Furniture City to explore home culture, taste Xianghe meat pie to savor authentic flavors, and unlock the beauty of the integration of history and modernity along the Grand Canal
Explore The First City Under Heaven in the morning to experience the charm of Ming and Qing architecture, stroll along the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal in the afternoon to appreciate the canal transport culture, and visit Xianghe Night Market in the evening to taste authentic Xianghe meat pies and other special snacks.
- Hotels in The First City Under Heaven (Including Scenic Area Ticket)
- Business Hotels in County Center
- Homestays Along the Canal
- Xianghe Meat Pie
- Huzhuang Smoked Meat
- Anping Shredded Tofu
- Qukou Sanzi (Fried Dough Twist)
- The First City Under Heaven is large, it is recommended to rent an electric car (¥50/hour)
- Grand Canal cruise ship ¥30/person (40 minutes one way)
- It is recommended to choose time-honored brands for meat pie shops in the night market to avoid queuing
Visit Xianghe Furniture City in the morning to experience home culture, explore Golden Key Scenic Area to learn about commercial and trade history, stroll in Canal Forest Park in the afternoon to enjoy ecological leisure, and purchase local specialties in the evening before returning.
- The First City Under Heaven can be reached directly by Beijing Bus No.938 (Inter-provincial Route)
- Free shuttle buses run in a loop in the Furniture City area
- Canal Forest Park can be reached by cycling or taxi (3km from the county seat)
- The First City Under Heaven: ¥80/person
- Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Cruise Ship: ¥30/person
- Xianghe Furniture City: Free
- Golden Key Scenic Area: Free
- Canal Forest Park: Free
- Prices in Furniture City are negotiable, and there are often promotional activities on weekends
- DIY furniture small ornaments experience in Golden Key Scenic Area ¥20/person
- Vacuum-packed Xianghe meat pies can be taken as local specialties (7-day shelf life)
Must-Try Foods in Xianghe County
Xianghe Meat Pie
The iconic food of Xianghe County, originated in the Yuan Dynasty, famous for its thin crust like paper and thick juicy filling, made with fresh pork and green onions as filling and baked on a griddle, known as the "No.1 Pie in Northern China", and once won the title of "Famous Chinese Snack".
Huzhuang Smoked Meat
A specialty of Huzhuang Village, Xianghe County, made of local pork, smoked with cypress wood and caramel color, stewed with star anise, cinnamon and other spices, bright red in color, rich in smoked flavor, it is a good dish for banquets and wine in the local area.
Anping Shredded Tofu
A traditional bean product in Anping Town, Xianghe County, made of high-quality soybeans through hand-pulling and marinating, thin and even in silk, chewy in taste, salty and delicious, it is a classic side dish along the Grand Canal.
Qukou Sanzi (Fried Dough Twist)
A special snack in Qukou Town, Xianghe County, made of flour into ring-shaped thin shreds through frying, golden in color, crispy and delicious, can be eaten directly or soaked in soup, it is a common food in local festivals and breakfast.
- Spring (April-May): Flowers bloom on both sides of the canal, suitable for spring outing and sightseeing
- Autumn (September-October): Cool climate, suitable for visiting Furniture City and outdoor sightseeing
- Winter (December-February): Temple fair activities are held in The First City Under Heaven, full of New Year flavor
- Xianghe Meat Pie (Recommended time-honored brand "Centennial Meat Pie Shop")
- Huzhuang Smoked Meat
- Anping Shredded Tofu
- Qukou Sanzi (Fried Dough Twist)
- Xianghe Crisp Candy
- Tickets: About ¥120 (Including scenic spots and cruise ship)
- Accommodation: ¥150-300/night
- Catering: ¥80-150/day (Including special foods)
- Transportation: About ¥50 (Including Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei commuting)
- Total: ¥500-1000
- Which Xianghe meat pie shop is the most authentic? → "Centennial Meat Pie Shop" on Fuqian Street in the county seat (founded in 1908)
- Can I stay overnight in The First City Under Heaven? → Yes, there are antique-style hotels in the city (¥300-600/night)
- Can furniture be delivered by express in Furniture City? → Yes, most merchants provide national distribution services
- Is the Grand Canal cruise ship open in winter? → Suspended from December to February of the next year, open normally for the rest of the time