Zhenping County Travel

Zhenping County, Nanyang City, Henan Province — the Hometown of Chinese Jade Carving and an old revolutionary base area, integrating Shifosi jade carving culture, the thousand-year-old Zen charm of Putuo Temple, and the red memory of Peng Xuefeng. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour decodes the essence of jade culture and appreciates the unique charm of the integration of history and red culture.

3000+
Years of Jade Carving Processing History
3
National-Level Cultural Relic Protection Units
10+
Core Scenic Spots
10+
Specialty Foods
Panoramic View of Jade Carving Bay in Shifosi, Zhenping County
Jade Carving Bay, Shifosi - Core Area of the Hometown of Chinese Jade Carving
The largest jade carving processing and sales distribution center in China, known as the "No.1 Jade Carving Town in China", gathering various fine jade carvings and showing profound jade culture heritage

2-Day 1-Night Tour of Jade Rhyme and Red Spirit in Zhenping County

Admire fine jade carvings to understand the inheritance of craftsmanship, visit a thousand-year-old ancient temple to taste the Zen life, recall revolutionary martyrs to carry forward the red spirit, taste Zhenping's flavors to enjoy characteristic food, and unlock the humanistic and natural beauty of southwest Henan

Itinerary Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Shifosi, Putuo Temple, Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall, Wuduo Mountain, Jade Carving Museum
Suitable For
Culture lovers, red education learners, shopping enthusiasts, food seekers
Per Capita Budget
¥400-¥800
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Jade Rhyme and Zen Style
Shifosi Jade Carving Cultural Industry Park · Jade Carving Museum · Putuo Temple
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, stroll through Shifosi Jade Carving Cultural Industry Park to appreciate various fine jade carvings, visit the Jade Carving Museum to learn about the history and craftsmanship of jade carving. In the afternoon, go to Putuo Temple to experience the peaceful Zen meaning of the thousand-year-old ancient temple.

Attraction Arrangement
Shifosi Jade Carving Cultural Industry Park
National Cultural Industry Demonstration Base, the largest jade carving processing and sales center in China, covering various jade carving products such as ornaments, pendants and accessories, known as the "Jade Carving Supermarket", where you can watch the jade carving production process.
Zhenping Jade Carving Museum
The first county-level special jade carving museum in China, collecting more than 1,000 precious jade carving relics of past dynasties, systematically displaying the development history, craftsmanship techniques and achievements of Zhenping's jade carving industry, and is an important window to understand jade culture.
Putuo Temple
Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit of Henan Province, first built in the Tang Dynasty, named after the thousand-year-old bodhi tree in the temple. Most of the existing buildings are relics of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The temple preserves precious cultural relics such as Tang Dynasty stone inscriptions and has a strong incense.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Shifosi Jade Carving Theme Hotel
  • County Business Hotel
  • Homestays around Putuo Temple
Food Recommendations
  • Zhenping Braised Chicken
  • Hou's Guokui (Baked Wheat Cake)
  • Zhanglin Sesame Oil
  • Sour Soybean Milk Noodles
Travel Tips
  • It is recommended to buy jade carvings in regular shops and ask for certificates
  • Please abide by the regulations in areas where photography is prohibited in Putuo Temple
  • The jade carving market is crowded on weekends, so it is recommended to go on weekdays
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Red Spirit and Landscape
Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall · Wuduo Mountain Scenic Area · Return
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, visit Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall to cherish the memory of the heroic deeds of revolutionary martyrs and receive red education. In the afternoon, go to Wuduo Mountain Scenic Area to enjoy the landscape scenery and experience the fun of mountain climbing. In the evening, purchase local specialties and return.

Attraction Arrangement
Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall
National Patriotic Education Demonstration Base, built to commemorate Peng Xuefeng, a proletarian revolutionary. The hall displays his life deeds through cultural relics, pictures, videos, etc., and is an important red tourism attraction.
Wuduo Mountain Scenic Area
A branch of the Funiu Mountains, named after five main peaks standing side by side, with the main peak at an altitude of 1,665 meters. It is characterized by strange mountains, beautiful waters, waterfalls and sea of clouds, known as the "North Top", and is a good place for leisure vacation and mountain climbing.
Zhenping Intangible Cultural Heritage Cultural Park
It centrally displays various intangible cultural heritages of Zhenping, including jade carving techniques, Yuediao opera performances, folk paper-cutting, etc. You can watch intangible cultural heritage inheritors demonstrate on site and experience traditional handicraft production.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Take No.1 bus in the county to reach Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall
  • Self-driving is recommended for Wuduo Mountain Scenic Area (about 35 kilometers from the county seat)
  • The Intangible Cultural Heritage Cultural Park is located in the center of the county seat and is easily accessible by taxi
Ticket Information
  • Shifosi Jade Carving Cultural Industry Park: Free
  • Putuo Temple: ¥10
  • Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall: Free
  • Wuduo Mountain Scenic Area: ¥70
Travel Tips
  • Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall needs to be booked in advance on the official website
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes for climbing Wuduo Mountain
  • You can bargain appropriately when buying jade carvings as souvenirs

Must-Try Foods in Zhenping County

Zhenping Braised Chicken

Zhenping's iconic food, made from local free-range chickens braised with more than ten kinds of spices, golden in color, tender in meat, rich in aroma, known as the "No.1 Chicken in Southern Henan", with a history of a hundred years.

Hou's Guokui (Baked Wheat Cake)

Zhenping's traditional pasta, made from high-quality flour using a unique fermentation process, baked in a pan, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, can be eaten directly or with vegetables, and is a favorite staple food of local people.

Zhanglin Sesame Oil

Specialty of Zhanglin Town, Zhenping County, pressed from sesame seeds using traditional stone mill technology, golden in color, mellow in flavor, an excellent condiment for cold dishes and cooking, certified as a national geographical indication product.

Sour Soybean Milk Noodles

Zhenping's special pasta, made by fermenting mung bean milk to make noodle soup, adding noodles and side dishes to cook, with a unique sour taste, refreshing and delicious, a common summer food in the local area, rich in nutrition.

Zhenping County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Wuduo Mountain is in full bloom with mountain flowers, and the climate is suitable for mountain climbing
  • Autumn (September-November): The weather is cool, suitable for visiting cultural attractions and shopping
  • Winter (December-February): You can experience Zhenping's Spring Festival folk activities
Must-Try Foods
  • Zhenping Braised Chicken
  • Hou's Guokui (Baked Wheat Cake)
  • Zhanglin Sesame Oil Mixed Dishes
  • Sour Soybean Milk Noodles
  • Zhenping Yellow Wine
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥100
  • Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
  • Catering: ¥50-80 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥60
  • Total: ¥400-800
Frequently Asked Questions
  • When is the Shifosi jade carving market the busiest? → There are large-scale fairs on the first and fifteenth day of each lunar month
  • Which one is the most authentic Zhenping braised chicken? → "Time-honored Guo's Braised Chicken" in the county seat
  • Is Wuduo Mountain suitable for parent-child tours? → There are gentle trails suitable for children, and adults need to accompany them in some areas
  • Do I need an ID card for Peng Xuefeng Memorial Hall? → Yes, valid ID documents are required

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