Wuqi County Travel
Wuqi County, Yan'an, Shaanxi — Landing point of the Central Red Army's victorious Long March, the first county nationwide to return farmland to forest, a model of red culture and ecological construction. 2-day 1-night in-depth tour includes Victory Mountain Long March Memorial, Revolutionary Memorial Hall, and experience of returning farmland to forest achievements.
Wuqi County Two-Day One-Night Red Ecology Tour
Follow the footsteps of the Long March, comprehend the revolutionary spirit, witness ecological miracles, taste Northern Shaanxi cuisine, experience Wuqi's unique fusion of red culture and ecological civilization
Arrive in Wuqi, check into hotel then head to Victory Mountain Long March Victory Memorial Park to revisit the history of the Central Red Army's victorious Long March rendezvous. Afternoon stroll through Wuqi county town to experience the red culture atmosphere.
- Wuqi Long March Hotel
- Wuqi Eco-Hotel
- Local Characteristic Cave Dwelling B&B
- Wuqi Lamb
- Chopped Buckwheat Noodles
- Yellow Millet Steamed Bun
- Shredded Potato Cakes
- Maintain solemn silence inside the memorial park
- Victory Mountain has many steps, wear comfortable shoes
- County town night scenery is worth seeing
Morning visit Wuqi Revolutionary Memorial Hall to learn about Wuqi's revolutionary history. Afternoon tour the Returning Farmland to Forest Exhibition Hall to witness the ecological miracle of the first county nationwide to return farmland to forest. Experience Northern Shaanxi folk song and other folk activities.
- Attractions within county town are walkable
- About 30 minutes drive to Nangou Eco-Park
- Chartered car recommended for touring
- Victory Mountain: Free
- Revolutionary Memorial Hall: Free
- Returning Farmland to Forest Exhibition Hall: Free
- Memorial hall closed on Mondays
- Eco-park suitable for photo taking
- Can experience Northern Shaanxi folk song performances
Must-Try Foods in Wuqi County
Wuqi Lamb
Made from free-range goats on the Loess Plateau, tender meat without gamey smell. Can be made into hand-grabbed lamb, lamb noodles, etc., Wuqi's most representative food.
Chopped Buckwheat Noodles
Traditional noodle dish, chopping buckwheat dough into small pieces and cooking directly in the pot, chewy and smooth texture, best served with lamb soup.
Yellow Millet Steamed Bun
Fermented and steamed from Northern Shaanxi specialty soft millet flour, golden yellow color, soft and slightly sweet texture, can be filled with various dishes.
Wuqi Millet
Loess Plateau specialty millet, thanks to large temperature differences between day and night, rich in nutrients, porridge has rich aroma, a national geographical indication product.
- Spring (April-May): Mountain flowers in bloom, pleasant climate
- Autumn (September-October): Colorful forests, clear autumn weather
- October 19th: Anniversary of Central Red Army Arriving in Wuqi
- Wuqi Lamb
- Chopped Buckwheat Noodles
- Yellow Millet Steamed Bun
- Wuqi Millet Porridge
- Shredded Potato Cakes
- Tickets: Free
- Accommodation: ¥120-200/night
- Meals: ¥50-80/day
- Transport: approx. ¥100
- Total: ¥500-800
- Must-visit attractions in Wuqi? → Victory Mountain + Revolutionary Memorial Hall
- Where to see returning farmland to forest results? → Returning Farmland to Forest Exhibition Hall + Nangou Eco-Park
- What specialties does Wuqi have? → Millet, lamb, buckwheat products
- Best season to visit? → Spring and autumn are best