Taiqian County Travel
Taiqian County, Puyang City, Henan Province – a red land on the banks of the Yellow River, the memorial site of the Liu Deng Army's crossing of the Yellow River, integrating red culture, Yellow River scenery, and folk customs. A 2-day/1-night in-depth tour including red education, natural sightseeing, and food experience.
2-Day/1-Night Red Culture Tour of Taiqian County
Recall revolutionary years, watch the surging Yellow River, admire wetland scenery, taste local delicacies, and experience the unique Yellow River culture in northern Henan
After arriving in Taiqian County, head to Jiangjun Ferry Memorial Hall to revisit the history of the Liu Deng Army's crossing of the Yellow River. In the afternoon, stroll through Jindi River National Wetland Park to enjoy the wetland scenery. In the evening, experience local folk customs and taste special delicacies.
- Taiqian Hotel
- Jindi River Hotel
- Urban Express Hotels
- Taiqian Meat Roll
- Yellow River Big Carp
- Vermicelli Stewed Chicken
- Please keep quiet in the memorial hall
- Pay attention to mosquito prevention when visiting the wetland
- Respect local folk customs
In the morning, head to Sunkou Yellow River Bridge to experience the magnificent momentum of the surging Yellow River. In the afternoon, visit Zhangzhuang Yellow River Beach Area to learn about the historical changes of the beach area. Purchase special local products and end the trip.
- Taxi from county seat to Sunkou Yellow River Bridge takes about 15 minutes
- Zhangzhuang Beach Area can be reached by rural bus
- Roads in the beach area are narrow, please drive carefully
- Jiangjun Ferry Memorial Hall: Free
- Jindi River National Wetland Park: Free
- Folk Culture Park: ¥20
- About 1.5 hours' drive from Puyang Railway Station
- Local specialties can be purchased at county farmers' market
- Last bus departs from scenic area at 18:00
Must-Try Foods in Taiqian County
Taiqian Meat Roll
A special snack of Taiqian County, made of high-quality flour and pork, made into spiral pasta and fried, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant smell.
Yellow River Big Carp
Selected wild carp from the Yellow River with tender meat, cooked by braising or stewing, a famous dish for entertaining guests locally.
Vermicelli Stewed Chicken
A traditional home-cooked dish locally, made by stewing free-range local chicken with handmade vermicelli, rich soup and nutritious.
Taiqian Marinated Fish
Made by marinating Yellow River crucian carp and then stewing, with crispy bones and tender meat, mellow taste, a local characteristic flavor food.
- Spring (March-May): Pleasant climate, blooming flowers in wetland
- Autumn (September-November): Clear and crisp autumn weather, best time for Yellow River scenery
- Summer (June-August): Pay attention to heatstroke prevention, can experience Yellow River rafting
- Taiqian Meat Roll
- Yellow River Big Carp
- Vermicelli Stewed Chicken
- Taiqian Marinated Fish
- Farmhouse Steamed Vegetables
- Tickets: About ¥50
- Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
- Catering: ¥60-100 per day
- Transportation: About ¥80
- Total: ¥500-800
- Do I need to make an appointment for Jiangjun Ferry Memorial Hall? → Groups need to book in advance, individuals do not
- Best season to visit Yellow River Beach Area? → Spring and autumn, avoid flood season
- Where to taste authentic Taiqian Meat Roll? → Traditional stalls in old urban district
- Where to buy Taiqian specialties? → County farmers' market or specialty stores