Baofeng County, Pingdingshan City, Henan Province — the "Hometown of Quyi" in the hinterland of the Central Plains, integrating the thousand-year-old storytelling of Majie Storytelling Fair, the Buddhist charm of Xiangshan Ancient Temple, the mellow fragrance of Baofeng Wine, and the elegance of Ru official celadon. A 2-day & 1-night in-depth tour decodes diverse cultures and experiences the unique charm of the blend of tradition and modernity.
Listen to the thousand-year-old storytelling at Majie Storytelling Fair, visit the ancient Xiangshan Temple to comprehend Zen meaning, taste Baofeng fine wine to trace the history of wine, admire Ru official celadon to appreciate craftsmanship, and unlock the diverse charm of the cultural treasure trove in the Central Plains
Visit the Majie Storytelling Fair Site in the morning to trace the thousand-year inheritance of Quyi; enter the Baofeng Wine Culture Park in the afternoon to taste the brewing legend of strong-aroma Baijiu; visit the Quyi Museum in the evening to systematically understand the development context of folk art.
Climb Xiangshan Temple in the morning to experience the Buddhist culture of the "Birthplace of Guanyin"; visit the Ru Official Kiln Site in the afternoon to appreciate the peak craftsmanship of Song Dynasty celadon; stroll around the specialty market in the evening to purchase souvenirs such as Zhaiji Rice Vinegar and Baofeng Wine, and end the trip and return.
A famous specialty dish of Baofeng, made with local free-range pork belly, handmade meatballs, seasonal vegetables, etc. Stir-fried with secret sauce and then braised, it is salty, fragrant and slightly spicy with strong wok aroma. It got its name from the scene where artists at the Majie Storytelling Fair ate around the pot, known as the "No.1 Quyi Dish".
A classic breakfast in Baofeng. Boil fresh lamb and lamb bones for several hours to make soup. When eating, scoop hot soup to scald cooked lamb slices, sprinkle with scallions and coriander, and serve with baked wheaten cake. The soup is clear, the meat is fragrant, and it is especially warming to eat in cold winter.
A national geographical indication product, produced in Zhaiji Town, Baofeng County. It is brewed with sorghum and millet as raw materials through the traditional "solid-state fermentation" process. It has a bright red color and mellow sour taste, with a history of more than 3,000 years, and is an excellent condiment for Henan cuisine.
A common street snack in Baofeng, made with flour as the main ingredient, with distinct layers, crispy outer skin and soft inner flesh. It can be eaten with meat or vegetables. Because it is easy to carry, it was a staple food for artists at the Majie Storytelling Fair, and now it has become a standard breakfast locally.