Xinhua District Travel
Xinhua District, Pingdingshan City, Henan Province - an urban area with both industrial heritage and ecological beauty, integrating the urban style of Eagle City Square, the Buddhist culture of Xiangshan Temple, and the wetland scenery of Baigui Lake. A 2-day & 1-night in-depth tour experiences the collision of industrial memories and natural charm, and feels the unique charm of the central Henan city.
2-Day & 1-Night Urban Leisure Tour in Xinhua District
Visit Eagle City's landmark to feel urban changes, explore a millennium-old ancient temple to understand Zen life, wander around wetland lakeside to enjoy natural wild fun, taste street food to recall the flavor of the old town, and unlock the diverse charm of Pingdingshan's core urban area
In the morning, stroll through Eagle City Square to feel the pulse of the city and visit the Urban Planning Exhibition Hall to learn about the development history; in the afternoon, go to the millennium-old Xiangshan Temple to pray for blessings and experience Buddhist culture; in the evening, wander around West Market Pedestrian Street to taste authentic local food.
- Central urban hotels (near Eagle City Square)
- Zen-style homestays around Xiangshan Temple
- Budget hotels in commercial districts
- Languo Dish
- Hele Noodles
- Jiangmian Noodles (Sour Soymilk Noodles)
- Tanggao (Fried Sugar Cake)
- The musical fountain at Eagle City Square is open from 19:30 to 20:00 in the evening (summer)
- Please abide by the regulations in areas where photography is prohibited in Xiangshan Temple
- West Market Pedestrian Street is crowded on weekends, it is recommended to visit during off-peak hours
In the morning, visit Pingdingshan Museum to systematically understand the historical culture and industrial development history of Eagle City; in the afternoon, go to Baigui Lake Wetland to take a boat tour or walk along the plank road to get close to nature; in the evening, purchase local specialties and return.
- Take bus No.16 in the urban area to reach Pingdingshan Museum
- Baigui Lake Wetland can be reached by bus No.68 or self-driving (about 8 kilometers from the urban area)
- It takes about 20 minutes by taxi between the museum and the wetland
- Eagle City Square: Free
- Xiangshan Temple: ¥10
- Pingdingshan Museum: Free (reservation required)
- Baigui Lake Wetland: Free (boat tours charged separately)
- Reservation for the museum is required in advance through the official WeChat public account
- It is recommended to rent a bicycle to visit Baigui Lake Wetland (¥20/hour)
- There are many mosquitoes in the wetland in summer, so mosquito repellent supplies are needed
Must-Try Foods in Xinhua District
Languo Dish
A special famous dish of Pingdingshan, originating from Xinhua District. It is stewed in one pot with pork, vermicelli, tofu, cabbage and other ingredients. It has a reasonable mix of meat and vegetables and a rich and mellow taste. It has the reputation of "one pot contains all the dishes in the world" and is an essential dish for local banquets.
Hele Noodles
Traditional noodles in Xinhua District, pressed with a special Hele noodle machine. The noodles are chewy and smooth, served with mutton soup or beef soup, supplemented with chopped green onions, coriander and other seasonings. It is especially warming to eat in winter and is a common food on the streets and alleys.
Jiangmian Noodles (Sour Soymilk Noodles)
A classic Henan snack, especially popular among the people in Xinhua District. The noodle soup is made from fermented mung bean milk, added with noodles, peanuts, celery and other ingredients. It is sour and delicious, easy to digest, appetizing and refreshing to eat in summer, with the saying that "sour soybean milk noodles are so delicious that you lose your soul".
Tanggao (Fried Sugar Cake)
Traditional pastry in Xinhua District, with glutinous rice flour as the crust, wrapped with brown sugar or white sugar filling, fried until golden and crispy, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, sweet but not greasy. It is a common food for local breakfast and festivals, and the best flavor is freshly fried and sold at street stalls.
- Spring (March-May): Baigui Lake Wetland is full of blooming flowers and the climate is pleasant
- Autumn (September-November): The weather is cool, suitable for outdoor tours and food experiences
- Winter (December-February): Xiangshan Temple has rich New Year blessing activities with a strong festive atmosphere
- Languo Dish (Recommended "Laoma's Languo Dish")
- Mutton Hele Noodles
- Jiangmian Noodles (Sour Soymilk Noodles)
- Tanggao (Fried Sugar Cake)
- Jiaoquan Youtiao (Fried Dough Ring and Stick)
- Tickets: About ¥30
- Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
- Catering: ¥50-80 per day
- Transportation: About ¥50
- Total: ¥400-700
- Do I need to reserve for Pingdingshan Museum? → Yes, reserve 1 day in advance through the official WeChat public account
- Can I fish in Baigui Lake? → Fishing is allowed in designated areas with a fishing license
- Is there a parking lot at Xiangshan Temple? → Yes, ¥5 per time
- Which restaurant serves the most authentic Languo Dish? → "Time-honored Languo Dish" on Kuanggong Road, Xinhua District (30 years of history)