Macun District Tourism

Macun District, Jiaozuo City, Henan Province — an important industrial town and rural leisure resort in eastern Jiaozuo, integrating mine industrial relics, ancient temple culture, and pastoral scenery. It features attractions such as Yanmazhuang Mine Park and Baizhuang Ancient Temple. A 2-day 1-night tour brings you the collision of industry and pastoral scenery.

Industrial Relics

Historical and Cultural Sites

Rural Tourism Spots

Specialty Foods

Industrial Relics of Yanmazhuang Mine Park in Macun District, Jiaozuo

Macun District - Yanmazhuang Mine Park

A microcosm of Jiaozuo's coal mining industry, preserving underground roadways, old coal mining equipment and other relics, which is a vivid witness to the industrial history of Macun District

2-Day 1-Night Industrial and Rural Tour of Macun District

Seek industrial memories, visit ancient temple Zen charm, enjoy pastoral fun, taste authentic flavors, and experience the unique customs of Jiaozuo's eastern urban area

                    
Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Yanmazhuang Mine Park, Baizhuang Ancient Temple, Zhaotun Village, Qianxiazhuang Picking Garden

                    
Suitable for
Industrial history enthusiasts, rural experience seekers, parent-child families, cultural explorers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥350-¥650

Industrial Memories

Yanmazhuang Mine Park · Baizhuang Ancient Temple · Urban Customs

Itinerary Highlights

After arriving in Macun District, head to Yanmazhuang Mine Park to explore the coal mining industrial history; then visit Baizhuang Ancient Temple to experience the thousand-year-old Zen charm; stroll around the urban area in the evening and taste local delicacies such as Macun Braised Chicken.

Attraction Arrangement

Yanmazhuang Mine Park

A theme park centered on coal mining industrial relics, preserving coal mining equipment from the last century, simulated underground roadways, miners' dormitories, etc. It showcases the development history of Jiaozuo's coal mines through physical objects and multimedia, and is a provincial-level industrial tourism demonstration site.

Baizhuang Ancient Temple

An ancient temple first built in the Tang Dynasty, the existing main hall, bell tower and other buildings are relics from the Ming and Qing dynasties. The temple preserves cultural relics such as Tang Dynasty stone sutra pillars and Ming Dynasty stone tablets, with incense burning for thousands of years, making it the oldest Buddhist site in Macun District.

Macun District People's Park

The central urban park of Macun District, integrating leisure, fitness and entertainment. It has a children's play area, fitness trails, water features, etc., and is the main daily leisure place for local citizens, with bright lights and lively atmosphere at night.

Practical Information

Accommodation Recommendations

Macun District Central Hotel
Yanmazhuang Mine Theme Homestay
Wenchang Road Business Hotel

Food Recommendations

Macun Braised Chicken
Macun Tofu
Beef Ball Soup

Travel Tips

Some areas in the Mine Park require a guide for visits
Observe etiquette and keep quiet when visiting the ancient temple
Urban buses have early last departures, it is recommended to take a taxi for evening travel

Rural Leisure

Zhaotun Village · Picking Garden · Return Trip

Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, visit Zhaotun Village traditional village to experience folk culture; in the afternoon, go to Qianxiazhuang Picking Garden to experience pastoral fun and taste fresh fruits and vegetables; end the trip after purchasing characteristic agricultural products.

Attraction Arrangement

Zhaotun Village Traditional Village

A well-preserved traditional village in northern Henan, with many quadrangle courtyards from the Ming and Qing dynasties in the village. The blue brick and gray tile, woodcarving door and window craftsmanship are exquisite. It also preserves the display of intangible cultural heritage skills such as traditional textile and pottery making, which is a good place to experience rural culture.

Qianxiazhuang Picking Garden

A well-known ecological picking base in Macun District, planting strawberries, cherries, grapes and other fruits and vegetables. Adopting green planting technology, tourists can experience picking fun, taste or buy on site, suitable for parent-child family trips.

Macun District Museum

A comprehensive museum showing the historical culture and industrial development of Macun District. The collection includes ancient farm tools, coal mine tools, folk items, etc., systematically presenting the development process of Macun from farming to industry.

Practical Information

Transportation Guide

Take bus No.3 or No.23 from urban area to Macun District Center
Take Anyangcheng Subdistrict special minibus to Zhaotun Village
It is recommended to drive or take a taxi to the picking garden

Ticket Information

Yanmazhuang Mine Park: ¥20
Baizhuang Ancient Temple: ¥10
Zhaotun Village: Free (¥5 for some exhibition halls)
Picking Garden: Charged by picking weight

Travel Tips

It is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and do a good job of sun protection in the picking garden
You can participate in handicraft experience activities in Zhaotun Village (reservation in advance required)
It is recommended to pick and buy strawberries and other fruits and vegetables on the spot, with short preservation period

Must-Try Foods in Macun District

Macun Braised Chicken

The signature food of Macun District, selected local free-range chickens, marinated with more than ten kinds of spices for several hours, golden and bright in color, tight and not dry in meat quality, rich and lasting in fragrance, is a must-have for local banquets and gifts.

Macun Tofu

Made with high-quality local soybeans and mountain spring water, using traditional sour pulp curdling technology, the tofu is tender in texture and rich in soybean aroma. It can be eaten cold, fried or in soup, and is an essential ingredient for Macun family daily dishes.

Beef Ball Soup

A special soup in Macun District, beef balls are made by hand beating fresh yellow beef, tender and chewy, served with bone soup, vermicelli and coriander, clear soup color, fresh but not greasy, a popular choice for breakfast and supper.

Crispy Baked Cake

A traditional pastry in Macun District, made with flour, sesame, onion oil as raw materials, baked through multiple processes, crispy and layered on the outside, soft inside, can be eaten directly or with meat, with unique flavor.

Macun District Travel Tips

Best Travel Time

Spring (April-May): Strawberry picking season in Qianxiazhuang, a good time for rural outing
Summer (June-August): Grape and cherry picking, suitable for parent-child trips
Autumn (September-October): Cool weather, suitable for visiting industrial relics and ancient temples
Winter (December-February): Can taste freshly cooked Macun Braised Chicken and experience the New Year flavor

Must-Try Foods

Macun Braised Chicken (Time-honored shop on East Jiefang Road)
Macun Tofu (Farmhouse shop in Baizhuang Village)
Beef Ball Soup (Wenchang Road Night Market)
Crispy Baked Cake (Morning market stall)

Budget Reference

Tickets: About ¥50
Accommodation: ¥90-150 per night
Catering: ¥40-70 per day
Transportation: About ¥30
Picking: ¥50-100 (as needed)
Total: ¥350-650

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a guide service in Yanmazhuang Mine Park? → Yes, ¥50 per time (within 10 people)
What fruits and vegetables can be experienced in Qianxiazhuang Picking Garden? → Strawberries from January to May, cherries from June to July, grapes from August to October
Can Macun Braised Chicken be taken away in vacuum packaging? → Most shops provide vacuum packaging service
How long does it take to take a taxi from Macun District to Jiaozuo urban area? → About 30 minutes, cost ¥25-30

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