Hongqi District Travel

Hongqi District, Xinxiang City, Henan Province — the political and cultural center of Xinxiang City, featuring both the cultural heritage of Muye culture and modern urban customs, integrating historical sites, urban parks, and characteristic blocks. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour includes cultural exploration, leisure sightseeing, and food experience.

3000+
Years of historical and cultural accumulation
5
Provincial-level and above cultural relic protection units
10+
Characteristic scenic spots
20+
Local delicacies
Panoramic view of Hongqi District urban scenery
Hongqi District - New Look of Muye
The core urban area of Xinxiang City, showcasing an urban style that blends historical culture with modern development

2-Day 1-Night Cultural Leisure Tour in Hongqi District

Explore the ancient charm of Muye, admire the new urban scenery, taste Xinxiang's flavors, and experience the unique urban culture of the North Henan Plain

Tour Duration
2 days 1 night
Main Destinations
Muye Park, Pingyuan Museum, Guandi Temple Historical and Cultural Street, Dingguo Lake Park
Suitable for
Culture lovers, family travelers, urban leisure tourists
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥800
01
Cultural Tracing
Muye Park · Pingyuan Museum · Urban Night View
Itinerary Highlights

After arriving in Hongqi District, head to Muye Park to explore the historical relics of the Battle of Muye. Visit Pingyuan Museum in the afternoon to learn about the culture of North Henan, and stroll around the urban business district in the evening to enjoy the night view.

Attraction Arrangement
Muye Park
An urban park with the Battle of Muye as its cultural background. The park features Muye Pavilion, historical reliefs and other landscapes, making it a great place for citizens' leisure and cultural exploration.
Pingyuan Museum
A comprehensive museum integrating cultural relic collection, scientific research, and publicity and education. It houses more than 10,000 cultural relics, showcasing the historical and cultural development of Xinxiang area.
Pang Donglai Life Plaza
A well-known commercial complex in Xinxiang, integrating shopping, catering and entertainment, showing the style of modern urban life with a prosperous night view.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hotels around Pingyuan Museum
  • Chain hotels in the commercial center
  • Characteristic boutique homestays
Food Recommendations
  • Braised Lamb in Brown Sauce
  • Xinxiang Sesame Seed Cake
  • Niu Zhongxi Sesame Seed Cake
Travel Tips
  • Museum requires advance reservation on official website
  • Many people take walks in the park in the evening
  • For parking in the commercial center, it is recommended to choose the underground garage
02
Integration of Ancient and Modern
Guandi Temple Historical and Cultural Street · Dingguo Lake Park · Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Guandi Temple Historical and Cultural Street in the morning to experience ancient architecture and folk culture. Go to Dingguo Lake Park for leisure sightseeing in the afternoon to experience the beauty of urban ecology, and return in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Guandi Temple Historical and Cultural Street
A historical and cultural block centered on the Ming Dynasty Guandi Temple, preserving many Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings. Now it has characteristic shops and handicraft workshops, showing a style of integration of tradition and modernity.
Dingguo Lake Park
An urban wetland park integrating ecological conservation, leisure and recreation, and cultural display. It has a vast water area and rich vegetation, making it an ideal place for citizens to get close to nature.
Confucian Temple
First built in the Song Dynasty, the existing buildings were reconstructed in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is an important Confucian cultural relic in Xinxiang area, preserving ancient stone inscriptions and other cultural relics.
Practical Information
Experience Projects
  • Guandi Temple Prayer Ceremony
  • Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Experience
  • Dingguo Lake Boat Tour
  • Confucian Temple Rubbing Experience
Specialty Recommendations
  • Xinxiang Braised Chicken
  • Yuanyang Rice (Surrounding Specialty)
  • Guandi Temple Cultural and Creative Products
  • Chinese Yam Products
Return Guide
  • About 30 minutes by car from Xinxiang Railway Station
  • About 20 minutes by car from Xinxiang East Railway Station (High-speed Railway Station)
  • Last bus in urban area is around 21:30

Must-Try Foods in Hongqi District

Braised Lamb in Brown Sauce

A special famous dish of Xinxiang, made with local goats braised with various spices. The meat is tender and the soup is rich, best eaten in winter.

Niu Zhongxi Sesame Seed Cake

A traditional famous pastry of Xinxiang, named after its founder. It has a crispy outer skin and a soft inner core, with a salty and delicious taste, and is an intangible cultural heritage of Henan Province.

Xinxiang Sesame Seed Cake

A common street snack, available in sweet and salty flavors. It is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, can be eaten with vegetables or alone, and is a classic breakfast combination with Spicy Soup (Hulatang).

Luoguo Braised Pork

A traditional meat dish in Hongqi District, made with pork belly marinated through multiple processes. It has a bright red color and is fat but not greasy, making it a fine dish for local banquets.

Hongqi District Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Pleasant climate, flower viewing in parks
  • Autumn (September-November): Clear and crisp weather, suitable for outdoor activities
  • Winter (December-February): Can taste tonic foods like Braised Lamb in Brown Sauce
Must-Try Foods
  • Braised Lamb in Brown Sauce
  • Niu Zhongxi Sesame Seed Cake
  • Xinxiang Sesame Seed Cake with Vegetables
  • Spicy Soup (Hulatang)
  • Luoguo Braised Pork
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥50 (Some attractions are free)
  • Accommodation: ¥150-¥250 per night
  • Catering: ¥60-¥100 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥50
  • Total: ¥500-¥800
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Do I need to reserve Pingyuan Museum? → Yes, reservation can be made through the official public account
  • Is there a parking lot at Guandi Temple Historical and Cultural Street? → Yes, there is an underground parking lot with a fee of ¥5 per hour
  • Where to get the most authentic Niu Zhongxi Sesame Seed Cake? → The main store on Jiankang Road
  • Can I ride a bike in Dingguo Lake? → There is a dedicated cycling lane in the park

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