Luochuan County Travel

Luochuan County, Yan'an, Shaanxi — Venue of the Luochuan Conference, China's Apple Town, a perfect combination of Loess Plateau geological wonders and modern agriculture. 2-day 1-night in-depth tour includes red education, geological exploration, and apple picking experience.

1937

Venue of Luochuan Conference

500,000 Mu

Apple Plantation Area

200m

Loess Layer Thickness

40+

Specialty Foods

Luochuan Loess National Geopark - Loess Plateau Wonder

World typical Loess Plateau geological profile, showcasing the geological wonder of 2.4 million years of loess deposition

Luochuan County Two-Day One-Night Red Ecology Tour

Revisit revolutionary history, explore loess wonders, experience apple picking, taste specialty foods, experience Luochuan's unique fusion of red culture and modern agriculture

                        
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                        
Main Destinations
Luochuan Conference Site, Loess Geopark, Apple Orchard

                        
Suitable For
Red tourism enthusiasts, Nature lovers

                        
Budget Per Person
¥600-¥900

Red Memories

Luochuan Conference Memorial Hall · Fengjia Village Revolutionary Site · Luochuan County Town

Highlights

Arrive in Luochuan, check into hotel then head to Luochuan Conference Memorial Hall to learn about this important meeting that determined the Anti-Japanese National United Front. Afternoon visit Fengjia Village revolutionary site, evening stroll through Luochuan county town.

Attractions

Luochuan Conference Memorial Hall

Site of the 1937 CPC Central Committee Politburo Enlarged Meeting, which established the comprehensive resistance route. The hall displays a large collection of precious cultural relics and historical photographs.

Fengjia Village Revolutionary Site

Well-preserved revolutionary-era village ruins, with multiple revolutionary activity sites, showcasing life scenes from the war period.

Luochuan Apple Culture Plaza

A citizen square themed around apple culture, featuring apple sculptures and industrial exhibition areas, showcasing Luochuan's characteristics as Apple Town.

Practical Info

Accommodation Recommendations

Luochuan Hotel
Apple Theme Hotel
Yongxiang Town Featured B&B

Food Recommendations

Luochuan Apples
Northern Shaanxi Oil Cake
Buckwheat He Le Noodles
Shredded Potato Cakes

Travel Tips

Maintain solemn silence inside the memorial hall
The village site preserves original features
County town apple derivative shops worth visiting

Loess Wonders

Loess National Geopark · Apple Orchard · Guzui Folk Village

Highlights

Morning visit Loess National Geopark to observe world typical loess profiles. Afternoon head to the apple orchard for picking experience, tour Guzui Folk Village to experience Northern Shaanxi customs.

Attractions

Luochuan Loess National Geopark

World typical Loess Plateau geological profile, completely showcasing 2.4 million years of loess deposition sequence, a natural laboratory for studying the formation and evolution of the Loess Plateau.

Luochuan Apple Orchard

National apple standardization demonstration zone. Visitors can participate in apple picking, taste fresh apples, and learn about the development history of Luochuan's apple industry.

Guzui Folk Village

Typical Northern Shaanxi folk culture village. Visitors can experience cave dwelling life, watch Luochuan Biegu Drum performances, and participate in paper-cutting and other folk handicraft making.

Practical Info

Transportation Guide

County town to geopark about 40 minutes drive
Sightseeing shuttle to apple orchard
Chartered car recommended for touring

Ticket Info

Loess Geopark: ¥60
Apple Orchard: ¥30 (includes picking experience)
Folk Village: Free

Travel Tips

Geopark requires guided tour
Apple picking season is September-October
Folk village offers Biegu Drum performances

Must-Try Foods in Luochuan County

Luochuan Apples

National geographical indication product, known for bright color, regular shape, and balanced sweet-sour taste. Annual output exceeds 900,000 tons, known as China's Apple Town.

Northern Shaanxi Oil Cake

Traditional snack, fermented and steamed from soft millet flour, crispy outside and tender inside, can be dipped in honey or white sugar, a Northern Shaanxi specialty breakfast.

Buckwheat He Le Noodles

Traditional noodle dish pressed from buckwheat flour using a he le press. Can be eaten hot or cold tossed, with a chewy texture, a daily staple for locals.

Luochuan Biegu Drum Banquet

A banquet integrating Luochuan Biegu Drum cultural characteristics, containing multiple traditional local dishes. Biegu Drum performances can be enjoyed during the meal.

Luochuan County Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Spring (April): Apple blossoms in bloom, fragrant throughout the city
Autumn (September-October): Apple harvest, picking experience
August 22nd: Luochuan Conference Anniversary

Must-Try Foods

Luochuan Apples
Northern Shaanxi Oil Cake
Buckwheat He Le Noodles
Luochuan Biegu Drum Banquet
Shredded Potato Cakes

Budget Reference

Tickets: approx. ¥90
Accommodation: ¥150-250/night
Meals: ¥50-100/day
Transport: approx. ¥120
Total: ¥600-900

FAQ

Must-visit attractions in Luochuan? → Conference Memorial Hall + Loess Geopark
Best apple picking season? → Mid-September to mid-October
What specialties does Luochuan have? → Apples, millet, Biegu Drum crafts
Features of Guzui Folk Village? → Biegu Drum performance + cave dwelling experience

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