Mengzhou City, Jiaozuo, Henan Province — the hometown of Han Yu, a litterateur of the Tang Dynasty, and a millennium-old county on the banks of the Yellow River. It integrates Han culture, Yellow River ecology, and rural customs, featuring attractions such as Hanyuan Garden and Laojia Mogou. This 2-day 1-night tour takes you to appreciate the cultural heritage and natural beauty of the hometown of the 'Grand Master of Literature'.
Trace the footsteps of Han Yu, visit the new look of rural areas, admire the scenery of the Yellow River, taste the flavors of the ancient county, and experience the historical depth and ecological vitality of this ancient county in the Central Plains
Upon arriving in Mengzhou, head to Hanyuan Garden to pay homage to Han Yu, who 'revived the literary world after eight generations of decline'; then visit Mengzhou Museum to systematically understand the history of this ancient county; in the evening, stroll through the old town street and taste local delicacies such as Mengzhou stir-fried noodles.
In the morning, visit Laojia Mogou to experience the new look of rural revitalization; in the afternoon, head to the Yellow River Wetland to watch birds and enjoy the river scenery; end the trip after purchasing Mengzhou specialties.
Mengzhou's signature delicacy, made with locally hand-pulled thick noodles, steamed and then stir-fried quickly with eggs, bean sprouts, chives, shredded pork, etc. The noodles are chewy and not lumpy, with a rich sauce flavor, and are the favorite homemade staple food of Mengzhou people.
A traditional snack in Mengzhou, made of pea starch jelly with marinade prepared with pulp water (fermented sour soup). It is sour and appetizing with a smooth taste, cool and relieving summer heat when eaten in summer, and is a popular food at night markets on Old Town Street.
A classic pastry in Mengzhou, made with flour, sesame seeds, and Chinese prickly ash leaves, layered and baked through multiple processes. The outer skin is crispy and crumbly, the inner flesh is soft and layered, salty and slightly numb, which can be eaten directly or with meat, with a unique flavor.
A traditional pastry dating back to the Qing Dynasty, made with flour, brown sugar, and sesame seeds. After baking, it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, sweet but not greasy. Because it symbolizes 'sweet reunion', it is a traditional pastry for festivals and receiving guests in Mengzhou.