Yan'an, Shaanxi — China's revolutionary sacred site, capital of Loess culture, location of the Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor, spiritual symbol of the Chinese nation. Feel the red culture, experience Northern Shaanxi folk customs, appreciate the wonders of the Yellow River.
Yan'an city center, concentration of revolutionary sites
Hometown of Chinese folk art, birthplace of waist drum
Location of the Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor, first ancestor of the Chinese nation
Location of Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River
Hometown of Chinese apples, venue of Luochuan Conference
Site of Zhiluo Battle, Qinzhidao ruins
Location of Qiankun Bay, important Northern Shaanxi cultural town
Hometown of martyr Liu Zhidan, red tourism destination
Landing point of the Central Red Army's victorious Long March
Home of canyon wonders, rich in ecotourism resources
Birthplace of China's first onshore oil well
Green lung of Shaanxi, forest coverage rate 87%
Hometown of General Xie Zichang, site of Wayaobao Conference
Follow revolutionary footsteps, visit the first ancestor of humanity, appreciate the wonders of the Yellow River, experience Loess customs
Arrive in Yan'an, check into hotel then head to Pagoda Hill to overlook panoramic views of Yan'an city. Afternoon visit Yangjialing and Zaoyuan Revolutionary Sites to learn about the CPC Central Committee's 13 glorious years in Yan'an.
Morning head to Huangling County to pay homage to the Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor and visit Xuanyuan Temple. Afternoon tour the Chinese Ancestor Hall to explore the origins of Chinese civilization through modern technology. Evening return to Yan'an city center.
Full day tour of Yichuan County Hukou Waterfall, witnessing the spectacular scene of the Yellow River being collected into a single pot. Hike along the Yellow River boardwalk, feeling the majestic power of the Mother River.
Yan'an traditional food, shredding potatoes and mixing with flour before steaming, then stir-frying. Soft and chewy texture, a local daily staple.
Yan'an specialty noodle dish, handmade noodles with chewy texture, broth made with local mushrooms, fresh and rich flavor, a representative local snack.
Made with specialty millet from the Loess Plateau, rich in rice oil with strong aroma, often served with pickled vegetables, a traditional health food.
Northern Shaanxi traditional pastry, fermented and steamed from millet flour, golden yellow color, can be stuffed with various dishes, a daily staple for locals.