Shangluo, Shaanxi — An ecological pearl deep in the Qinling Mountains, the north-south geographical dividing line of China, home to natural wonders like Jinsi Canyon and Niubeiliang, and thousand-year-old ancient towns like Manchuanguan and Yungaisi.
Main urban area of Shangluo, Danjiang River flows through the city
Hometown of Cangjie's character creation, birthplace of Heluo culture
Literary hometown of Jia Pingwa, location of Dihua Ancient Town
Location of Jinsi Grand Canyon, southeast gateway of Qinling
Tianzhu Mountain Taoist holy land, location of Manchuanguan Ancient Town
Tayun Mountain fairyland, Muwan Mountain azalea flower sea
Location of Niubeiliang National Forest Park
Explore the secrets of the Qinling Mountains, experience Qin-Chu culture, and taste southern Shaanxi cuisine
Arrive in Shangluo, check into hotel then visit Danjiang Park, stroll along the riverside promenade to enjoy the source scenery of 'one clear river sending water to Beijing'. In the afternoon, visit Shangluo Museum to learn about Qinling ecological culture. In the evening, taste Shangzhou braised vegetables, walnut cakes and other specialty foods.
Full day touring Niubeiliang National Forest Park, ascending the main peak at 2802 meters elevation, experiencing the unique phenomenon of 'four seasons in one day'. In the afternoon, explore Zhongnanshan Village, experiencing traditional Qinling residences and mountain product markets.
Morning explore Jinsi Grand Canyon, admire the thirteen-level waterfall group and primeval forest landscape. Afternoon visit Chuangwang Stockade to learn about the late Ming peasant uprising history. Purchase Shangnan tea and other specialties before concluding the trip.
Shangluo traditional dish, braising various seasonal vegetables with tofu, vermicelli and other ingredients, delicious and nutritious.
Shangluo traditional pastry, filled with high-quality walnut kernels, crispy outer shell and sweet inner filling, a specialty gift.
Corn flour shaped into small fish pieces, cooked with southern Shaanxi pickled vegetables, sour and appetizing, one of the locals' favorite staple foods.
Traditional pinewood-smoked meat product, firm texture, rich smoky flavor, can be steamed, stir-fried, or boiled.