Suiping County Travel
Suiping County, Zhumadian, Henan Province – the exterior shooting location of Journey to the West and a landscape secret realm in southern Henan. It integrates Chaya Mountain's strange stones and steep peaks, Fengming Valley's primitive ecology, and Journey to the West cultural heritage. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour unlocks geological wonders and humanistic stories, appreciating the beautiful scenery of southern Henan's landscapes.
2-Day 1-Night Journey to the West Landscape Tour in Suiping County
Explore Chaya's strange stones to trace the tracks of Journey to the West, wander in the secluded Fengming Valley to enjoy the natural oxygen bar, visit the Longtian secret realm to comprehend natural wonders, and taste Suiping's flavors and southern Henan's delicacies
Spend the whole day exploring Chaya Mountain, admire the unique granite landforms, trace the filming locations of Journey to the West, visit the Journey to the West Sculpture Park to learn about classic stories, and stroll along Tianmo Lake in the evening to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery.
- Chaya Mountain Hot Spring Resort Hotel
- Farmhouses around the scenic area
- Business hotels in Suiping County Town
- Suiping Barrel Chicken
- Laomo Wrapped Vegetables
- Pea Jelly
- Sesame Leaf Noodles
- The scenic area is large, it is recommended to take a sightseeing bus (¥25 per person)
- Pay attention to sun protection in summer and prepare mountaineering shoes
- You can participate in the "Journey to the West Role-playing" experience activity in the scenic area
Explore Fengming Valley in the morning, walk through the primeval forest to experience the natural oxygen bar, go to Longtiangou in the afternoon to enjoy waterfalls and flowing springs, visit the Red Stone Cliff geological wonders, and taste Suiping's special snacks before returning in the evening.
- You can take a rural bus from Chaya Mountain to Fengming Valley (about 40 minutes)
- Self-driving is recommended for Longtiangou (25 kilometers from Fengming Valley)
- Red Stone Cliff is 8 kilometers from Chaya Mountain Scenic Area, you can visit it on the way
- Chaya Mountain Scenic Area: ¥70
- Fengming Valley Forest Park: ¥30
- Longtiangou Scenic Area: ¥25
- Red Stone Cliff: Free
- There are many mosquitoes in Fengming Valley, it is recommended to bring insect repellent
- Some sections of Longtiangou are steep, please pay attention to safety
- You can taste a variety of special snacks at the "Old Street Snack Street" in Suiping County Town
Must-Try Foods in Suiping County
Suiping Barrel Chicken
Suiping's iconic delicacy, made from locally raised free-range chickens marinated with more than ten kinds of spices. The meat is tender and not greasy, named for being stored in wooden barrels, known as "the first chicken in southern Henan".
Laomo Wrapped Vegetables
A traditional folk snack in Suiping, thin as cicada's wings laomo (thin pancake) wrapped with various seasonal vegetables and secret sauce, rich in taste, fresh and delicious, a favorite home-style food of local people.
Pea Jelly
A special summer snack in Suiping, made from pea starch, served with mashed garlic, balsamic vinegar, chili oil and other seasonings, smooth and tasty, sour and spicy to stimulate appetite, with the effect of clearing heat and relieving summer heat.
Sesame Leaf Noodles
A classic noodle dish in southern Henan, cooked with sesame leaves and handmade noodles. The sesame leaves have a unique aroma, and the noodles are chewy and smooth, a hometown taste in the memory of Suiping people.
- Spring (April-May): Mountains covered with blooming flowers, suitable temperature for mountaineering
- Autumn (September-October): Cool weather, suitable for canyon exploration
- Summer (June-August): Fengming Valley and Longtiangou are good places for summer vacation
- Suiping Barrel Chicken
- Laomo Wrapped Vegetables
- Pea Jelly
- Sesame Leaf Noodles
- Fried Sanzi (twisted dough sticks)
- Tickets: About ¥125
- Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
- Catering: ¥50-80 per day
- Transportation: About ¥60
- Total: ¥400-800
- How long does it take to visit Chaya Mountain? → 6-8 hours recommended
- Is Fengming Valley suitable for traveling with children? → There are gentle trails, suitable for family travel
- Where to taste the most authentic Suiping Barrel Chicken? → "Lao Wang Barrel Chicken" in the county town (time-honored brand)
- Is transportation convenient between scenic areas? → Self-driving or chartered car is more convenient