Throat of Shudao · Hometown of the Empress

Guangyuan, Sichuan — an important birthplace of China's Shudao culture and the birthplace of Empress Wu Zetian. Experience Shudao culture, admire natural scenery, and feel the profound history.

16,300 square kilometers
Area
Gateway to Northern Sichuan
City Nickname
2300 years
History of City Construction
2.3 million
Population

Guangyuan City Tourism in Districts and Counties

3-Day 2-Night Shudao Cultural Tour in Guangyuan City

Visit Guangyuan, an important town of Shudao culture, experience the natural danger of Jianmen Pass, visit the Empress culture at Huangze Temple, and admire the beautiful scenery of the ancient Shudao

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Jianmen Pass, Huangze Temple, Qianfo Cliff, Mingyue Gorge
Suitable For
History and culture lovers, natural scenery photography, outdoor adventure, family trips
Per Capita Budget
¥1000-¥1800
01
Experience the Natural Danger of Shudao
Visit Jianmen Pass
Trip Highlights

Visit Jianmen Pass all day to experience Shudao culture

Attraction Arrangement
Jianmen Pass
"Jianmen is the most dangerous under heaven", one of China's top ten famous passes, an important pass on the Shudao, famous for its steepness, known as "One man guards the pass, ten thousand cannot force it".
Cuiyun Corridor
The best-preserved ancient cypress avenue on the ancient Shudao, known as "300 li of road with 100,000 trees", is a living fossil of Shudao culture.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Jianmen Pass Inn
  • Featured Homestay
  • Jiange County Hotel
Food Recommendations
  • Jianmen Tofu
  • Empress Steamed Cold Noodles
  • Jianmen Pass Local Chicken
  • Northern Sichuan Cold Noodles
Travel Tips
  • Hike along Shudao
  • Learn Three Kingdoms history
  • Taste featured tofu
  • Pay attention to safety protection
02
Experience Empress Culture
Visit Huangze Temple and Qianfo Cliff
Trip Highlights

Visit Huangze Temple and Qianfo Cliff all day to learn about Empress culture

Attraction Arrangement
Huangze Temple
The only temple dedicated to Empress Wu Zetian, China's only female emperor, built in the Tang Dynasty, is an important place to study Empress culture with profound historical and cultural heritage.
Qianfo Cliff
The largest cliff carving group in Sichuan, built in the Northern Wei Dynasty, with more than 400 existing niches and over 7,000 statues, is a treasure trove of Buddhist art.
Practical Information
Visit Suggestions
  • Make reservations in advance
  • Respect Buddhist culture
  • Learn historical knowledge
  • Keep quiet
Photography Tips
  • Ancient architecture photography
  • Cliff carvings
  • Cultural documentary
  • Pay attention to cultural relic protection
03
Enjoy Natural Scenery
Visit Mingyue Gorge and Return
Trip Highlights

Visit Mingyue Gorge in the morning and return in the afternoon

Attraction Arrangement
Mingyue Gorge
A famous dangerous gorge on the ancient Shudao, integrating "ancient road, canyon, plank road", known as the "China Road and Transportation Museum".
Zengjia Mountain
National tourist resort, famous for karst landforms and alpine pastoral scenery, an ideal place for summer vacation and leisure.
Practical Information
Return Suggestions
  • Reserve sufficient time
  • Buy local specialties
  • Purchase souvenirs
Shopping Recommendations
  • Jianmen Dried Tofu
  • Qingchuan Black Fungus
  • Cangxi Snow Pear
  • Chaotian Walnut
  • Empress Steamed Cold Noodles

Must-Try Foods in Guangyuan City

Jianmen Tofu

Specialty of Guangyuan, made from high-quality soybeans and spring water in the Jianmen mountain area, with tender texture and delicious taste, known as "Jianmen is the most dangerous under heaven, tofu is the most delicious under heaven".

Empress Steamed Cold Noodles

Traditional snack of Guangyuan, said to be invented by Wu Zetian, with chewy noodles and unique seasonings, sour and spicy, it is a featured breakfast in Guangyuan.

Qingchuan Black Fungus

National geographical indication product, with thick meat, crisp and tender taste, rich nutrition, it is a famous local specialty of Guangyuan.

Cangxi Snow Pear

Chinese geographical indication product, with large fruit, small core, juicy and sweet taste, crisp flesh, known as the "King of Pears".

Guangyuan City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • April-June: Spring outing with pleasant climate
  • September-November: Clear autumn weather, suitable for sightseeing
  • All year round: Four distinct seasons, each with its own characteristics
Must-Experience Activities
  • Hike at Jianmen Pass
  • Visit Huangze Temple
  • View Qianfo Cliff
  • Walk on Mingyue Gorge Plank Road
  • Taste Jianmen Tofu
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Jianmen Pass ¥115 + Huangze Temple ¥50 + Qianfo Cliff ¥50 ≈ ¥215
  • Accommodation: ¥150-400 per night
  • Catering: ¥80-150 per day
  • Transportation: ¥200-500
  • Total: ¥1000-1800
Travel Reminders
  • Respect Buddhist culture
  • Pay attention to hiking safety
  • Taste local specialties
  • Learn about Shudao history
  • Experience Empress culture