Wugang City Travel
Wugang City, Pingdingshan City, Henan Province — Prosperous because of steel, vivid because of water, known as the 'Little Jiangnan in Northern China'. It integrates the vast lake scenery of Shiman Beach Reservoir, the exotic mountains and rivers of Erlang Mountain, and the primitive ecology of Dengtaijia. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour to enjoy the natural picture of 'mountains surrounded by water', and experience the unique style of the integration of industry and ecology.
2-Day 1-Night Landscape Leisure Tour in Wugang City
Climb Erlang Mountain to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery, visit Shiman Beach to experience waterfront fun, explore Dengtaijia to find primitive secret places, taste hot tofu to savor mountain and wild flavors, and unlock the vividness and comfort of the Little Jiangnan in Northern China
Climb Erlang Mountain in the morning to enjoy the exotic scenery of "one mountain carrying two lakes"; take a cruise to visit Shiman Beach Reservoir in the afternoon to watch the green mountains on both sides; stroll around the Water Lantern Festival Square in the evening to experience the waterfront night view and market vitality.
- Shiman Beach Lake View Hotel
- Erlang Mountain Scenic Area Homestay
- Urban Business Hotel
- Wugang Hot Tofu
- Shiman Beach Fish Feast
- Scrambled Eggs with Wild Vegetables
- Handmade Oil Cake
- Erlang Mountain glass plank road costs 30 yuan per person
- Shiman Beach cruise ships are divided into large ships (50 yuan per person) and speedboats (120 yuan per person)
- It is recommended to bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent in summer
Explore Dengtaijia in the morning, hike and enjoy waterfalls in the primeval forest; visit Xianglong Valley in the afternoon to watch streams and exotic rocks; stroll around Wugang Specialty Street in the evening to purchase mountain delicacies and lake fresh food, and end the trip and return.
- Take No. 2 bus from urban area to Erlang Mountain Scenic Area
- Self-driving is recommended for Dengtaijia and Xianglong Valley (about 20 kilometers from urban area)
- Take No. 1 or No. 5 bus to Gangcheng Road Station for Specialty Street
- Erlang Mountain: 65 yuan
- Dengtaijia: 60 yuan
- Xianglong Valley: 50 yuan
- Shiman Beach Cruise Ship: 50-120 yuan
- Water Lantern Festival Square: Free
- Hiking shoes are recommended for Dengtaijia, some sections require climbing
- There is fish catching experience in Xianglong Valley in summer (20 yuan per person)
- The best time to taste hot tofu is in the morning, freshly made and eaten for the best flavor
Must-Try Foods in Wugang City
Wugang Hot Tofu
Wugang's iconic food, made from high-quality local soybeans with traditional craftsmanship, freshly ground and made. The tofu is tender and warm, served with special mashed garlic, chili oil, sesame paste and other seasonings. It is smooth and tender in the mouth with a rich bean flavor. It is a common market snack on the streets and alleys, with the saying "One bite of hot tofu, forget all the worries in the world".
Shiman Beach Fish Feast
A special feast made from wild fish in Shiman Beach Reservoir, including braised crucian carp soup, braised carp, fried small white strips and other dishes. Due to the excellent water quality, the fish meat is tender and tasteless, reflecting the dietary wisdom of "living by water". It is a must-try lake fresh delicacy for tourists.
Scrambled Eggs with Wild Vegetables
A farmhouse dish in Wugang mountain area, made with wild vegetables such as shepherd's purse, purslane, dandelion picked from Dengtaijia and Xianglong Valley, stir-fried with local eggs. It has a fragrant taste and rich nutrition, showing the original ecological flavor of mountain ingredients, and is a representative dish of healthy and health-preserving food.
Wugang Sweet Potato Vermicelli
A traditional handmade product, made from sweet potatoes planted in local sandy land through processes such as grinding pulp, precipitation, and leaking powder. The vermicelli is uniform in thickness, resistant to cooking and chewy, and is an essential ingredient for stews and hot pots. It is a well-known specialty of Wugang due to its excellent quality and is sold to many places.
- Spring (April-May): Erlang Mountain is in full bloom with mountain flowers, and Xianglong Valley has abundant streams
- Summer (June-August): Summer resort for water activities, the best viewing period for Shiman Beach cruise ships and Dengtaijia waterfalls
- Autumn (September-October): Mountains are covered with colorful leaves, suitable for hiking and photography
- Winter (December-February): You can enjoy the snow scenery of Erlang Mountain and experience hot springs (15 kilometers from urban area)
- Wugang Hot Tofu (Old Street Wang's Tofu Stall)
- Shiman Beach Fish Feast (Lake Side Fishing Village)
- Scrambled Eggs with Wild Vegetables
- Braised Pork with Sweet Potato Vermicelli
- Handmade Oil Cake
- Tickets: About 175 yuan
- Accommodation: 150-300 yuan/night (lake view hotels are slightly higher)
- Catering: 70-120 yuan/day
- Transportation: 80-150 yuan (including scenic area transportation)
- Total: 400-800 yuan
- Can I camp at Shiman Beach? → Camping is allowed in designated areas (application in advance required)
- How long does it take to climb Dengtaijia? → About 3-4 hours for the whole journey, there are sightseeing cars (20 yuan one way)
- How long can hot tofu be preserved? → Best when freshly made, vacuum-packed can be preserved for 1-2 days
- Are there children's amusement facilities in Erlang Mountain? → There is a parent-child park, suitable for traveling with children