Things to do in Pingdingshan

The scenery is beautiful and well worth seeing. Although it's not widely known nationwide, it's a very famous tourist destination in Henan. However, some of the steps in the scenic area are damaged and should be repaired promptly.

I brought my 93-year-old husband to Lushan to worship the Central Plains Buddha during the Dragon Boat Festival. Seeing it in person, I realized that photos could never capture its grandeur. The entire Buddha statue is 208 meters tall, standing amidst the mountains. From afar, its golden body shines brightly, backed by rolling green hills, exuding an exceptionally solemn aura. Walking slowly up the Fuhui Avenue, the faint scent of incense along the way calmed my mind. Reaching the worship platform, my neck ached from looking up. The Buddha's gentle, lowered eyes seemed to quietly overlook the beings below, its immense size creating a powerful impact. I climbed the steps, carefully paying my respects at each hall. The Ancient Buddha Spring Temple was serene and ancient, with towering ancient trees in the courtyard, making burning incense and praying a truly peaceful experience. To get close enough to touch the Buddha's feet, you need to take an elevator. Standing beside the Buddha's feet and looking down, the entire valley unfolded before my eyes. The mountain breeze carried the fragrance of grass and trees, and all my restlessness vanished.

Exciting and fun! There are many curves, and we barely stopped in the water. We played for about an hour and a half! The kids loved it! You definitely need to buy one of those continuous water guns—it's the ultimate weapon for water fights!

It's a relatively niche tourist spot, with few visitors, so you can take your time to explore and appreciate it. I saw a short essay by a Su Shi fan at Su Shi's tomb; it was really well-written. I snapped a picture and uploaded it for comments, hoping more Su Shi fans will see it. I hope "Yunxi" won't mind?

Lushan Apozhai Scenic Area is like a bright pearl hidden in the world, exuding a mysterious and charming charm. This is the place where Guanyin Bodhisattva once practiced. As soon as you step into the scenic area, you can feel the sacred and solemn atmosphere. The mountains are undulating and the green shadows are swaying, as if they are the image of the Bodhisattva's blessing. The natural scenery in the scenic area is beautiful. There are strange peaks and rocks, some of which are like immortals pointing the way, and some are like heavenly dogs looking at the moon, which makes people sigh at the uncanny work of nature. The forest is lush and the air is fresh and pleasant. Every breath seems to be an intimate dialogue with nature. And the ancient temple buildings are solemn and solemn, with incense curling, which makes people feel peaceful and comforted. Standing in the temple, it seems that you can hear the compassionate teachings of Guanyin Bodhisattva and feel the boundless compassion and wisdom. Walking along the mountain trails, the streams are gurgling, and the birds are chirping, as if you are in a fairyland. The waterfall is like the Milky Way falling from the sky, with splashing water, like a dream. The service in the scenic area is also very considerate and thoughtful. The staff is warm and friendly, providing tourists with patient guidance and help, making the whole play process smoother and more enjoyable. In the Lushan Apozhai Scenic Area, you can appreciate the majestic beauty of nature and feel the profound heritage of religious culture. It is really an unforgettable spiritual journey. Highly recommended to everyone who wants to get away from the hustle and bustle and seek inner peace!

It's a good place to bring kids, mainly to see waterfalls and mountain springs, where they can play in the water. Also, the scenic area has some fairytale-style buildings that make for great photos. However, the service facilities are very inadequate, lacking essential signage.

This is a remarkably well-preserved Ming Dynasty county government office, and a fifth-rank one at that—a rare find. Stepping through the gate, I happened upon a live performance of a "court hearing" taking place in the main hall. On the blue brick floor, the magistrate, dressed in black, sat behind his desk. With a slam of the gavel, the bailiffs struck their sticks, their shouts echoing in unison. A woman in red knelt, pleading her grievances, while an elderly man bowed his head and delivered his testimony. Among the onlookers, some held up their phones, and children stood on tiptoe, peering in. The ancient and the modern coexisted in the same hall, yet no one felt a sense of incongruity.

A must-see attraction in Ruzhou. It is best to take an electric car up there, otherwise it is a bit difficult to go uphill. The temple is very old, and the Buddhist chants are still lingering, and the believers pray devoutly. There is a spring at the end of the temple, and Shaolin Temple was filmed here!

It's ok, more fun than those small attractions in Lushan. You don't have to play on the glass plank road, it's not worth it, it takes 30 minutes to walk there. Focus on experiencing the water projects, which are very exciting. There are places to check in and you can take good photos.

The scenery is very nice. A natural oxygen bar! Shaded by green trees. The scenic area is well equipped. There are elevators, slides, and glass plank roads. It's quite good. The cost-effectiveness of holiday travel is really good. A summer resort with waterfalls and streams.