Zhidan County Travel
Zhidan County, Yan'an, Shaanxi — Hometown of revolutionary martyr Liu Zhidan, heartland of the Northern Shaanxi Loess Highlands, a perfect combination of red culture and plateau customs. 2-day 1-night in-depth tour includes Liu Zhidan Martyr Cemetery, Yongning Ancient Fortress, and Jiuwu Mountain Forest Park experience.
Zhidan County Two-Day One-Night Red Culture Tour
Commemorate revolutionary martyrs, explore the cliff fortress, experience Loess customs, taste Northern Shaanxi cuisine, experience Zhidan's unique integration of red culture and natural landscape
Arrive in Zhidan, check into hotel then head to Liu Zhidan Martyr Cemetery to commemorate the revolutionary martyrs. Visit the Revolutionary Memorial Hall to learn about the history of the Northern Shaanxi Red Army. Afternoon stroll through Zhidan county town, experiencing the red culture atmosphere.
- Zhidan Hongdu Grand Hotel
- Zhidan Hotel
- Local Characteristic Cave Dwelling B&B
- Zhidan Lamb
- Buckwheat He Le Noodles
- Yellow Millet Steamed Bun
- Shredded Potato Cakes
- Maintain solemn silence inside the cemetery
- Memorial hall closed on Mondays
- County town night light show is worth watching
Morning visit Yongning Ancient Fortress to experience the cliffside military stronghold. Afternoon tour Jiuwu Mountain Forest Park to enjoy the natural scenery of the Loess Highlands. Participate in folk activities such as Northern Shaanxi folk songs and paper-cutting.
- County town to Yongning Mountain about 40 minutes drive
- To Jiuwu Mountain about 1 hour drive
- Chartered car recommended for touring
- Yongning Ancient Fortress: ¥50
- Jiuwu Mountain: ¥30
- Liu Zhidan Cemetery: Free
- Yongning Mountain stairs are steep, be careful
- Jiuwu Mountain is ideal for summer escape
- Can experience Northern Shaanxi folk song performances
Must-Try Foods in Zhidan County
Zhidan Lamb
Made from free-range goats on the Loess Highlands, tender meat without gamey smell. Can be made into hand-grabbed lamb, lamb noodles, etc., Zhidan's most representative food.
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.
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.
Zhidan Apples
Specialty apples from the Loess Highlands. Due to the large temperature difference between day and night, sugar accumulates fully, resulting in crisp, sweet and juicy fruit, a national geographical indication product.
- Spring (April-May): Mountain flowers in bloom, pleasant climate
- Autumn (September-October): Apple harvest, clear autumn weather
- July 1st: Liu Zhidan Birthday Commemorative Events
- Zhidan Lamb
- Buckwheat He Le Noodles
- Yellow Millet Steamed Bun
- Zhidan Apples
- Millet Porridge
- Tickets: approx. ¥80
- Accommodation: ¥120-200/night
- Meals: ¥50-80/day
- Transport: approx. ¥100
- Total: ¥500-800
- Features of Yongning Ancient Fortress? → Cliff military stronghold + Song Dynasty ruins
- Must-visit attractions in Zhidan? → Liu Zhidan Cemetery + Yongning Mountain
- What specialties does Zhidan have? → Apples, millet, paper-cutting
- Best season for Jiuwu Mountain? → Summer for escaping heat