Fengquan District Travel
Fengquan District, Xinxiang City, Henan Province — an ecological and cultural area integrating royal mausoleums, the southern foot of the Taihang Mountains, and red cultural heritage. Phoenix Mountain stretches from east to west, and Luling Mausoleum is magnificent. This 2-day 1-night in-depth tour includes historical exploration, mountain leisure, and rural experience.
2-Day 1-Night Cultural & Ecological Tour of Fengquan District
Visit the Ming Dynasty Mausoleum, climb the top of Phoenix Mountain, recall the Yugong spirit, enjoy rural flavors, and experience the unique landscape and culture of northern Henan
Upon arriving in Fengquan District, first visit Luling Mausoleum to explore the architectural wonders of the Ming Dynasty vassal king's mausoleum. In the afternoon, visit Concubine Zhao's Tomb to experience royal rituals, and climb Phoenix Mountain in the evening to watch the sunset panorama.
- Homestays around Luling Mausoleum
- Hotels in Fengquan Urban Area
- Farmhouses on Phoenix Mountain
- Farmhouse Braised Chicken
- Wild Vegetable Wotou (Steamed Corn Bun)
- Handmade Pulled Noodles
- Luling Mausoleum ticket: ¥40, combined ticket available for visiting Concubine Zhao's Tomb
- Wear non-slip shoes for hiking Phoenix Mountain
- Prevent heatstroke and replenish water in summer
In the morning, go to Yugong Spring to experience the spiritual heritage of self-reliance, then visit Qinglong Lake to enjoy the lake scenery, experience rural picking fun in the afternoon, and end the trip and return in the evening.
- Red Education Explanation at Yugong Spring
- Fishing at Qinglong Lake
- Fruit and Vegetable Picking
- Mountain Bike Riding (Phoenix Mountain)
- Phoenix Mountain Walnuts
- Handmade Sweet Potato Vermicelli
- Farmhouse Native Eggs
- Seasonal Fruits from Picking Garden
- About 15 km from Xinxiang urban area, 30 minutes by taxi
- Bus routes 13 and 21 directly to urban area
- Self-driving: take Fengquan Avenue to North Ring Road
Must-Try Foods in Fengquan District
Fengquan Braised Local Chicken
Using locally free-range chickens, slow-cooked in a casserole with wild mushrooms or vermicelli, the meat is firm and the soup is rich. It is a signature dish for farmhouses receiving guests.
Wild Vegetable Wotou
Made of cornmeal mixed with wild vegetables such as shepherd's purse and purslane, it has a rough and chewy texture. Served with mashed garlic or farmhouse sauce, it has a unique flavor.
Handmade Pulled Noodles
Wide noodles handmade by farmers, served with pork bone soup and seasonal vegetables. Can be served as braised noodles or soup noodles, chewy and refreshing.
Fried Mountain Scorpions
A local specialty snack, using wild scorpions from Phoenix Mountain (artificially bred), crispy and delicious after deep-frying, said to have nourishing effects (eat with caution).
- Spring (March-May): Phoenix Mountain is covered with blooming flowers, suitable for hiking
- Autumn (September-November): Cool weather, fruits and vegetables are ripe, suitable for picking
- Winter (December-February): Can experience rural New Year flavor, fewer people and quiet
- Fengquan Braised Local Chicken
- Wild Vegetable Wotou
- Handmade Pulled Noodles
- Farmhouse Steamed Vegetables
- Sweet Potato Jelly
- Tickets: About ¥60 (Luling Mausoleum ¥40, most others free)
- Accommodation: ¥100-¥180 per night
- Catering: ¥40-¥70 per day
- Transportation: ¥20-¥50
- Total: ¥300-¥600
- Is the explanation service at Luling Mausoleum charged? → Tour guide ¥50 per time, audio guide rental ¥20
- Difficulty level of hiking Phoenix Mountain? → Beginner level, about 2-3 hours for the whole journey
- Picking garden pricing? → Charged by weight, about ¥20-¥40 per jin (500g)
- Is Yugong Spring suitable for visiting with children? → Yes, suitable for patriotic education