Ruzhou City Travel
Ruzhou City, Pingdingshan City, Henan Province — historically known as 'Ruzhou', is the 'Capital of Ru Porcelain' and 'Hometown of Quju Opera'. It integrates the millennium Zen charm of Fengxue Temple, the sky blue elegance of Ru Porcelain, the natural wonders of Strange Slope, and the ecological grace of Jiufeng Mountain. A 2-day & 1-night in-depth tour decodes the cultural codes of 'porcelain, temple, wonder, mountain' and experiences the profoundness and vitality of this ancient central plains county.
2-Day & 1-Night Cultural and Ecological Tour of Ruzhou City
Visit Fengxue Temple to comprehend millennium Zen vibes, admire Ru Porcelain to taste sky blue elegance, explore Strange Slope to witness natural wonders, tour Jiufeng Mountain to enjoy mountain serenity, taste vermicelli sheet to savor rural flavors, and unlock the diverse culture and landscape charm of Ruzhou
Visit Fengxue Temple in the morning to experience the Zen bell in the millennium-old temple; walk into the Ru Porcelain Museum in the afternoon to appreciate the sky blue charm of Song Dynasty Ru Porcelain; explore Zhanggongxiang Ru Kiln Site in the evening to trace the firing codes of the peak of celadon.
- Ru Porcelain Culture Theme Hotel
- Urban Business Hotel
- Zen-style Homestay near Fengxue Temple
- Ruzhou Vermicelli Sheet
- Guokui Bun
- Ruzhou Braised Noodles
- Hot Spring Water Tender Pork
- Fengxue Temple offers Zen meditation experience (reservation required 3 days in advance)
- Ru Porcelain Museum clay kneading experience costs 50 yuan per person (including firing)
- Explanation at Zhanggongxiang Site requires a group of more than 10 people (free of charge)
Experience the natural wonder of "water flowing uphill" at Strange Slope in the morning and feel the fun of physical illusion; explore Jiufeng Mountain in the afternoon to hike and admire waterfalls among mountains and rivers; stroll around Ruzhou Specialty Street in the evening to purchase souvenirs such as Ru Porcelain handicrafts and vermicelli sheets, and end the trip and return.
- Take Bus No.6 from urban area to reach Fengxue Temple
- Take Bus No.13 directly to Strange Slope
- Self-driving is recommended for Jiufeng Mountain (about 40 kilometers from urban area)
- Take Bus No.1 or No.3 to Wangsong Middle Road Station for Specialty Street
- Fengxue Temple: 40 yuan
- Ru Porcelain Museum: Free (ID registration required)
- Zhanggongxiang Site: 20 yuan
- Strange Slope: 40 yuan
- Jiufeng Mountain: 65 yuan (including glass plank road)
- Best way to experience Strange Slope: self-driving car (to feel the slope illusion) or ride the scenic bicycle
- Wear non-slip shoes for Jiufeng Mountain glass plank road, those with acrophobia should enter with caution
- When purchasing Ru Porcelain handicrafts, it is recommended to choose products with "Ru Porcelain Geographical Indication"
Must-Try Foods in Ruzhou City
Ruzhou Vermicelli Sheet
National Geographical Indication Product, originated in the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty. Made from local mung beans through 18 manual processes, it is as thin as cicada's wings, silvery white in color, and smooth in taste. It can be eaten cold, stir-fried or in soup. It was once a tribute in the Qianlong period, also known as "Tribute Vermicelli".
Guokui Bun
Traditional pasta in Ruzhou, made from flour and sesame seeds, fermented and then baked on a special griddle. The outer skin is crispy and the inner part is soft, with salty and sweet flavors. Because it is easy to carry, it was once the dry food for Ruzhou people to travel far, and now it has become a common breakfast on the street.
Hot Spring Water Tender Pork
Specialty dish of Hot Spring Town in Ruzhou. Select pork tenderloin cut into strips, wrap with starch and boil in hot spring water. The meat is tender and not tough, served with chopped green onion and coriander, with clear soup and fresh taste. Because the temperature of hot spring water is constant, it can accurately lock the tenderness of the meat, making it a representative of local health-preserving food.
Ruzhou Braised Noodles
Local homemade staple food. Steam raw noodles, mix with stir-fried pork belly, cowpeas, bean sprouts, then steam again. The noodles absorb the fragrance of meat and vegetables, chewy and flavorful. Because of the unique cooking method, there is a saying that "one pot of braised noodles fills the house with fragrance", and it is a must-have dish for Ruzhou banquets.
- Spring (March-April): Magnolias bloom in Fengxue Temple, and mountain flowers bloom all over Jiufeng Mountain
- Summer (June-August): Cool and comfortable for summer resort in Jiufeng Mountain and experience at Strange Slope
- Autumn (September-October): Clear sky and fresh air, suitable for Ru Porcelain culture exploration and mountain climbing
- Winter (December-February): Beautiful snow scenery with strong Zen vibes in Fengxue Temple, can soak in hot springs (Hot Spring Town is 20 kilometers from urban area)
- Ruzhou Vermicelli Sheet (Li's Vermicelli Sheet Shop in Old Town)
- Guokui Bun (Time-honored Brand on Wangsong Road)
- Hot Spring Water Tender Pork (Yingbin Building in Hot Spring Town)
- Ruzhou Braised Noodles (Home Cooking Restaurant)
- Ruzhou Braised Noodles (Hui Mian)
- Tickets: About 165 yuan
- Accommodation: 150-280 yuan/night
- Catering: 70-120 yuan/day
- Transportation: 100-200 yuan (including fuel cost for self-driving to Jiufeng Mountain)
- Total: 400-800 yuan
- Can Ru Porcelain be customized on site? → There are workshops around Zhanggongxiang that provide customization services (7-15 days production cycle)
- What is the scientific principle of Strange Slope? → Visual error caused by surrounding terrain, there are popular science display boards in the scenic area to explain
- Does Fengxue Temple provide vegetarian meals? → The temple's canteen provides vegetarian meals (20 yuan per serving, served from 11:30 to 13:00)
- Are there wild animals in Jiufeng Mountain? → There are macaque groups, do not feed or contact them at close range