Pingqiao District, Xinyang City, Henan Province — an important birthplace of Chu culture and an ecological pearl in Southern Henan, integrating the ancient charm of Chengyang Yang Ruins, the scenery of Zhenlei Mountain, and the wild interest of Lianghekou Wetland. Experience the unique charm of long-standing Chu rhyme and beautiful landscapes through a 3-day 2-night in-depth tour.
Visit Chengyang to explore Chu charm, climb Zhenlei to admire ecology, wander wetland to watch birds, taste tofu and fresh fish, unlock the beauty of the integration of Southern Henan Chu culture and natural ecology
Explore Chengyang Yang Ruins all day, visit the museum to appreciate the replica of the Sword of Gou Jian, King of Yue, stroll along the ancient city wall to feel the turmoil of the Warring States Period, and visit the Chu Tomb Group Ruins to learn about ancient funeral culture.
Climb Zhenlei Mountain in the morning to enjoy natural scenery, explore Black Dragon Pool and White Dragon Pool waterfalls, watch the sea of clouds at Leizhao Penyun Viewing Platform in the afternoon, and experience farm food in mountain villages in the evening.
Stroll through Lianghekou Wetland in the morning to watch birds and enjoy scenery, visit Pingqiao Wetland Park in the afternoon to experience urban ecology, visit the museum to learn about the changes of Pingqiao, purchase special local products and return.
The iconic delicacy of Pingqiao District, made of high-quality local soybean tender tofu cut into small cubes and boiled with agaric, shiitake mushrooms, eggs, etc. It has a smooth and tender taste with a fresh and fragrant flavor, known as the "First Soup of Southern Henan".
A traditional pickled fish delicacy in Southern Henan. Fresh fish pieces are sealed and fermented with glutinous rice in bamboo tubes for half a month, then taken out and steamed. The meat is tender with bamboo and wine aroma, a characteristic farmhouse dish in Pingqiao.
A winter specialty in Pingqiao. Various cured meats such as bacon, cured fish, cured chicken are sliced and steamed together. The meat is firm, salty and fragrant, rich but not greasy, a must-have dish for local New Year celebrations.
A characteristic snack in Pingqiao improved on the basis of Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles. Added with local sesame paste and chili oil, served with mung bean sprouts and coriander, it has a chewy texture and unique aroma, the first choice for Pingqiao people's breakfast.