Xingtai City Travel

Hebei Xingtai - A National Historical and Cultural City with over 3,500 years of history, the place where Shang Dynasty King Zuyi moved to Xing, known as the "Capital of Five Dynasties, Strong Prefecture of Ten Dynasties", integrating Taihang landscapes, ancient temple culture, and red tourism.

3500+
Years of History
30+
A-rated Scenic Areas
12400
Square Kilometers Area
7.11M+
Resident Population

Xingtai City Districts and Counties Tourism

Xiangdu District

Central urban area of Xingtai, core historical and cultural district

Kaiyuan TempleQingfeng TowerXingtai Museum
Xindu District

Western urban area of Xingtai, Taihang landscape tourism area

QiannanyuXingtai Grand CanyonYunmeng MountainTianhe Mountain
Renze District

Northeastern urban area of Xingtai, modern agricultural district

Renze Confucian TempleDaluze WetlandRenze Pear Orchard
Nanhe District

Southeastern urban area of Xingtai, specialty industry district

Baique TempleNanhe Agricultural ParkPet Food Base
Lincheng County

Southwestern county of Xingtai, cave wonders area

Kongshan Baiyun CaveTiantai MountainQishan Lake
Neiqiu County

Western county of Xingtai, Bianque culture area

Bianque TempleXing Kiln SiteTaizi Rock
Baixiang County

Northern county of Xingtai, Han Peony culture area

Han Peony GardenQianqiu PavilionBaixiang Tribute Rice
Longyao County

Northern county of Xingtai, Li clan culture area

Tang Ancestral TombLi Clan Cultural ParkLongyao Yaoshan
Ningjin County

Northeastern county of Xingtai, industrial and trade tourism area

Nikeng Wine Cultural ParkNingjin Fine Brush PaintingJichang Hometown
Julu County

Eastern county of Xingtai, Honeysuckle hometown

Julu Ancient CityHoneysuckle BaseLao Zhanghe Ecological Park
Xinhe County

Eastern county of Xingtai, ecological agriculture area

Dong Zhentang Memorial HallXinhe JujubeFuyang Xinhe
Guangzong County

Eastern county of Xingtai, Shaqiu culture area

Shaqiu Platform SiteGuangzong Government OfficePlum Blossom Fist Base
Pingxiang County

Eastern county of Xingtai, bicycle industry area

Plum Blossom Fist Cultural ParkPingxiang Bicycle MuseumFuyang River Wetland
Wei County

Eastern county of Xingtai, red culture area

Boxer Rebellion Memorial HallWei County Pear OrchardLaosha River Wetland
Qinghe County

Eastern county of Xingtai, cashmere capital

Wu Song ParkQinghe Cashmere CityZhang Clan Ancestral Hall
Linxi County

Eastern county of Xingtai, bearing hometown

Wanhe PalaceLinxi Bearing WorldWei Canal Wetland
Nangong City

Northeastern county-level city of Xingtai, southern Hebei red capital

Eighth Route Army 129th Division Eastern Advance Column SiteNangong LakePutong Temple
Shahe City

Southwestern county-level city of Xingtai, glass city

Qinwang LakeNorth Wudang MountainShahe Glass Cultural Museum

Xingtai City Three-Day Two-Night Taihang Landscape Cultural Tour

Explore Kongshan Baiyun Cave for Karst wonders, ascend Tianhe Mountain to experience love culture, tour Xingtai Grand Canyon to view Taihang landforms, visit Kaiyuan Temple to find ancient temples, taste Xingtai cuisine to feel the charm of a 3,500-year-old ancient city

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Kongshan Baiyun Cave, Tianhe Mountain, Xingtai Grand Canyon, Kaiyuan Temple, Qiannanyu
Suitable For
Nature Lovers, History and Culture Explorers, Outdoor Enthusiasts, Photography Lovers, Food Seekers
Per Person Budget
¥500-¥1200
01
Cave Exploration
Kongshan Baiyun Cave and Tiantai Mountain Geological Tour
Trip Highlights

Morning visit Kongshan Baiyun Cave to explore Karst wonders; afternoon ascend Tiantai Mountain to view Taihang landforms; evening tour Qishan Lake to admire sunset scenery.

Attraction Arrangement
Kongshan Baiyun Cave
National 4A-rated scenic area, rare Karst cave in northern China, featuring stalactites, stalagmites, stone curtains, and other formations, known as "Northern Wonder, Underground Karst Museum".
Tiantai Mountain
National 3A-rated scenic area, known for unique sedimentary rock peak forest landform, steep mountain terrain, beautiful scenery, known as "Little Huangshan of North China".
Qishan Lake
Man-made lake, vast water area, picturesque lake and mountain scenery, ideal for leisure vacation and water entertainment.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Lincheng County Hot Spring Hotels
  • Qishan Lake Resort
  • Xingtai City Center Business Hotels
Food Recommendations
  • Lincheng Pickled Meat Noodles
  • Xingtai Pan-fried Dumplings
  • Longyao Lamb Soup
  • Wei County Pancake Rolled Meat
Travel Tips
  • Kongshan Baiyun Cave interior humid, watch for slipping
  • Tiantai Mountain climbing requires attention to safety
  • Qishan Lake sunset beautiful, suitable for photography
02
Canyon Views
Tianhe Mountain and Xingtai Grand Canyon Nature Tour
Trip Highlights

Morning ascend Tianhe Mountain to experience love culture; afternoon tour Xingtai Grand Canyon to view Taihang wonders; evening experience local farmhouse cuisine.

Attraction Arrangement
Tianhe Mountain
National 4A-rated scenic area, China's Love Mountain, birthplace of Cowherd and Weaver Girl legend, integrating strange peaks, deep valleys, waterfalls, and clear springs, combining natural scenery with love culture.
Xingtai Grand Canyon
National 4A-rated scenic area, spectacular canyon group in central Taihang Mountains, known for danger, steepness, uniqueness, and seclusion, called "Taihang Wonder Canyon", paradise for photography and outdoor sports enthusiasts.
Qiannanyu
National 4A-rated scenic area, greenest place in Taihang Mountains, combining ecological agriculture with red tourism, known as "Taihang Pearl", ideal for study tours and leisure vacations.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • City center to Tianhe Mountain about 2 hours drive
  • Tianhe Mountain to Grand Canyon about 40 minutes drive
  • Recommend car charter or join one-day tour
Ticket Information
  • Tianhe Mountain ticket ¥70
  • Xingtai Grand Canyon ticket ¥60
  • Qiannanyu ticket ¥50
Travel Tips
  • Tianhe Mountain love culture theme prominent, suitable for couples
  • Grand Canyon hiking requires attention to safety equipment
  • Qiannanyu allows tasting local green agricultural products
03
Ancient City Exploration
Kaiyuan Temple and Xingtai Museum Cultural Tour
Trip Highlights

Morning visit Kaiyuan Temple to find ancient temples; afternoon tour Xingtai Museum to understand historical culture; purchase local specialties before return trip.

Attraction Arrangement
Kaiyuan Temple
National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, originally built in Tang Dynasty, over 1,300 years of history, preserving exquisite ancient architecture and Buddhist statues, important material for studying ancient Chinese Buddhist art.
Qingfeng Tower
Iconic architecture of ancient Xingtai city, originally built in Tang Dynasty, historically served as watchtower for Xingzhou government office, climbing tower allows panoramic view of Xingtai city center.
Xingtai Museum
National second-level museum, rich cultural relics collection, featuring "Xingtai Historical Culture Exhibition" and "Xing Kiln Ceramic Art Exhibition" as main displays, comprehensively showcasing Xingtai's 3,500-year history and culture.
Practical Information
Itinerary Arrangement
  • Kaiyuan Temple visit about 1.5 hours
  • Qingfeng Tower visit about 1 hour
  • Museum visit about 2 hours
  • Depart for return trip before 15:00
Food Map
  • Xingtai Heijia Dumplings
  • Longyao Lamb Soup
  • Wei County Pancake Rolled Meat
  • Linxi Hollow Dried Noodles
  • Julu Honeysuckle Tea
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Xing Kiln Antique-style Porcelain
  • Julu Honeysuckle
  • Wei County Three White Watermelon
  • Linxi Hollow Dried Noodles
  • Ningjin Fine Brush Painting

Must-Try Foods in Xingtai City

Xingtai Heijia Dumplings

Traditional Xingtai delicacy, halal style, using high-quality lamb with unique seasonings, thin wrapper with ample filling, delicious taste, over 100 years of history.

Longyao Lamb Soup

Longyao specialty food, using local high-quality lamb, cooked with ancestral secret recipe, milky white broth, tender meat, mellow flavor, nutritious.

Wei County Pancake Rolled Meat

Traditional Wei County snack, thin pancake rolled with braised meat slices, served with shredded scallions, sweet bean sauce, and other condiments, rich texture, unique flavor, beloved by locals.

Lincheng Pickled Meat Noodles

Lincheng specialty noodles, using locally produced pickled meat as topping, served with hand-pulled noodles, savory meat, chewy noodles, daily staple for locals.

Linxi Hollow Dried Noodles

Linxi specialty, traditional handmade production, hollow noodles, unique texture, easy to digest, national geographical indication protected product.

Julu Honeysuckle

Julu specialty, national geographical indication product, excellent quality, high medicinal value, can be brewed as tea, with heat-clearing, detoxification, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects.

Wei County Three White Watermelon

Wei County specialty, national geographical indication product, white skin, white pulp, white seeds, juicy and sweet, fine texture, ideal summer refreshing product.

Xingtai City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Apr-May: Spring flowers blooming, Han peonies in full bloom, suitable for flower viewing
  • Jun-Aug: Summer retreat to western Taihang mountainous areas
  • Sep-Oct: Clear autumn weather, fruits mature, suitable for outdoor activities
  • Nov-Mar: Winter can experience hot springs and ice-snow activities
Must-Experience Activities
  • Explore Karst wonders at Kongshan Baiyun Cave
  • Experience love culture at Tianhe Mountain
  • Hike and view scenery at Xingtai Grand Canyon
  • Visit ancient temples at Kaiyuan Temple
  • Experience ecological agriculture at Qiannanyu
  • Understand traditional Chinese medicine culture at Bianque Temple
  • Taste Xingtai Heijia Dumplings
  • Understand 3,500-year history at Xingtai Museum
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥120-250
  • Accommodation: ¥100-200/night
  • Food & Beverage: ¥50-100/day
  • Transportation: ¥60-150 (including inter-county travel)
  • Shopping: ¥100-500 (Xing Kiln porcelain, etc.)
  • Total: ¥500-1200 (excluding large shopping expenses)
Frequently Asked Questions
  • When was Kongshan Baiyun Cave formed? → About 500 million years ago during Cambrian period
  • Relationship between Tianhe Mountain and Cowherd and Weaver Girl? → China's Love Mountain, birthplace of Cowherd and Weaver Girl legend
  • Characteristics of Xingtai Grand Canyon? → Taihang Wonder Canyon, steep, dangerous, and secluded
  • Historical value of Kaiyuan Temple? → Tang Dynasty ancient temple, National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit
  • Who is worshiped at Bianque Temple? → Ancient Chinese famous physician Bianque
  • Characteristics of Xing Kiln porcelain? → Representative of Tang Dynasty white porcelain, pioneering "southern celadon, northern white" pattern
  • Xingtai city building history? → Over 3,500 years, place where Shang Dynasty King Zuyi moved to Xing