Shahe City Tourism

Hebei Xingtai Shahe City - a scenic pearl and glass capital at the eastern foot of the Taihang Mountains, featuring Qinwang Lake's sparkling blue waves, North Wudang Mountain's grandeur and danger, Guangyang Mountain's Daoist heritage, and modern glass industry's innovation wonders. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour unlocks the collision charm between natural landscapes and industrial civilization.

1000+

Years of Cultural History

3A-Level and Above Scenic Areas

Core Attractions

12+

Specialty Foods

Xingtai City Shahe City Qinwang Lake Scenery

Qinwang Lake - A Jewel of Blue Water at the Foot of Taihang Mountains

Iconic natural scenic area of Shahe City, named after Prince Li Shimin of the late Sui Dynasty who fought here, featuring winding lake surface, facing steep peaks on both banks, combining landscape beauty with historical legends

Shahe City Two Days One Night Scenery Wonders Tour

Boating on lakes to admire natural wonders, ascending Wudang Mountain to embrace Taihang Mountain views, visiting ancient sites to seek Daoist wisdom, exploring glass garden to witness industrial craftsmanship

                        
Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                        
Main Destinations
Qinwang Lake, North Wudang Mountain, Guangyang Mountain, Shahe Glass Cultural Creative Park, Taohuayuan Scenic Area

                        
Suitable For
Landscape enthusiasts, mountain hikers, historical culture explorers, industrial tourism experiencers

                        
Per Person Budget
¥500-¥800

Lake and Mountain Views, Wudang Sightseeing

Qinwang Lake · North Wudang Mountain · Fanxiacao Ancient Village

Trip Highlights

Morning: Boat on Qinwang Lake, appreciate the "Three Gorges, Four Valleys, Fifty Scenes" landscape painting; Afternoon: Climb North Wudang Mountain, experience the "Little Wudang of Taihang" grandeur and danger; Evening: Explore Fanxiacao Ancient Village, experience Taihang Mountain residential customs.

Attraction Arrangements

Qinwang Lake

Originally named Dongshiling Reservoir, renamed after Prince Li Shimin of late Sui Dynasty fought here, known as "Three Gorges, Four Valleys, Fifty Scenes", with wide lake surface, steep cliffs on both banks, Lake Heart Island, Moon Cave and other distinctive landscapes, a national-level water conservancy scenic area.

North Wudang Mountain

Also called "Little Wudang Mountain", part of Taihang Mountains, main peak elevation 1437 meters, rugged terrain, lush vegetation, features ancient buildings like Zhenwu Temple, Yaowang Temple, winding climbing paths, summit offers views of southern Hebei plains and Taihang peaks, a provincial-level scenic area.

Fanxiacao Ancient Village

Ancient village built during Ming Dynasty, preserves many traditional Taihang Mountain residential buildings, featuring distinctive stone houses, stone alleys, stone mills, ancient pagoda trees, old wells, showcasing living style of southern Hebei mountain areas during Ming-Qing periods, a provincial-level historical cultural village.

Practical Information

Accommodation Recommendations

Homestays at Qinwang Lake scenic area
Farm stays at North Wudang Mountain base
City center business hotels

Food Recommendations

Shahe ribs
Big pot stew
Sticky corn cakes
Stir-fried wild vegetables with meat

Travel Tips

North Wudang Mountain climbing difficulty medium, recommend anti-slip sports shoes
Qinwang Lake boating needs weather check, suspended during high winds
Some buildings in ancient village old, pay attention to safety when visiting

Daoist Traces, Glass Exploration

Guangyang Mountain · Shahe Glass Cultural Creative Park · Taohuayuan Scenic Area

Trip Highlights

Morning: Ascend Guangyang Mountain to explore Laozi's reclusive relics, experience Daoist culture; Afternoon: Visit Shahe Glass Cultural Creative Park, appreciate the industrial charm of "China's Glass City"; Evening: Tour Taohuayuan Scenic Area, admire the elegant beauty of Taihang Mountain landscape.

Attraction Arrangements

Guangyang Mountain

Branch of Taihang Mountains, famous for legend that Laozi secluded and practiced here during Spring and Autumn period, features relics like Laojun Cave, Sanjiao Temple, Sun Bin Pang Juan Cave, beautiful natural scenery, rich cultural heritage, a provincial-level scenic area.

Shahe Glass Cultural Creative Park

Industrial tourism area built on Shahe's "China's Glass City" industrial foundation, showcases glass production from raw materials to finished products, includes glass art museum, 3D glass maze, glass handicraft experience area, etc., demonstrates integration of technology and art in modern glass industry.

Taohuayuan Scenic Area

Natural scenic area themed on "Peach Blossom Spring", includes Taohua Cave, One Line Sky, waterfall groups, etc., with peach blossoms blooming all over mountains in spring, green shade providing cool shelter in summer, a rare tranquil place in Taihang Mountain area.

Practical Information

Transportation Guide

City center to Qinwang Lake, Taohuayuan accessible by Bus 101
North Wudang Mountain, Guangyang Mountain require self-driving or car hire (about 30 km from city)
Glass Cultural Creative Park 5 km from city center, taxi about 15 yuan

Ticket Information

Qinwang Lake: 40 yuan (with boat 60 yuan)
North Wudang Mountain: 50 yuan
Guangyang Mountain: 30 yuan
Glass Cultural Creative Park: 50 yuan
Taohuayuan Scenic Area: 45 yuan

Travel Tips

Guangyang Mountain Laojun Cave relatively narrow, requires bending to pass
Some experience items in Glass Creative Park require separate payment (about 20-50 yuan)
Taohuayuan spring flower viewing peak season recommend early arrival, avoid crowds

Must-Try Foods in Shahe City

Shahe Ribs

Shahe traditional famous dish, uses locally free-range pork ribs, stewed for hours with seasonings like soy sauce, star anise, tender meat falling off bones, rich aromatic broth, moderate salty taste, essential hard dish for local banquets, with over 100-year history.

Machang Pear

Shahe specialty fruit, named after original production in Machang Village, Shahe, with over 2000 years cultivation history, fruit with thin skin, fine flesh, juicy sweet taste, few stone cells, once a tribute during Ming-Qing dynasties, a national geographical indication product.

Shahe Stir-Fried Jelly

Shahe street specialty snack, uses local bean jelly, cut into pieces and stir-fried with lard, paired with minced garlic, chili, vinegar and other seasonings, smooth chewy texture, sour and spicy appetizing, traditional delicacy favored by locals.

Vegetable Tofu

Shahe mountain area traditional farm dish, soybean milk boiled with vegetables, solidified with gypsum into tofu-like form, light tender texture, often served with chili, garlic paste and other seasonings, nutritious, local health food.

Shahe City Travel Tips

Best Travel Time

Spring (April-May): Taohuayuan peach blossoms blooming, Guangyang Mountain greenery emerging
Summer (June-August): Qinwang Lake boating summer retreat, mountain climate cool
Autumn (September-October): North Wudang Mountain autumn scenery picturesque, Machang pear ripening harvesting

Must-Try Foods

Shahe ribs (recommend city time-honored restaurants)
Machang pear (autumn limited, can pick fresh)
Stir-fried jelly with pancakes
Big pot stew with corn cakes
Vegetable tofu with pickles

Budget Reference

Tickets: About 200-300 yuan (main attractions)
Accommodation: 100-200 yuan/night
Dining: 50-100 yuan/day
Transportation: 80-150 yuan (self-drive fuel/car hire)
Total: 500-800 yuan

Common Questions

How long to climb North Wudang Mountain? → One way about 2.5-3 hours (moderate fitness)
Can experience glass making at Glass Cultural Creative Park? → Yes, requires advance reservation (50 yuan/person)
Suitable for elderly and children at Qinwang Lake? → Flat lakeside areas suitable, climbing sections need attention
Where to pick Machang pears? → Machang Village surrounding orchards in Shahe (September-October)