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Huadu Hot Spring Resort
Huadu Hot Spring Resort is located in Yanling County, Xuchang City. It is a large-scale comprehensive resort integrating health care, leisure vacation, tourism, business conference, etc. with hot springs and flowers as the core products. Flowers bloom all year round, and tourists can enjoy themselves in the hot spring pool with natural flower fragrance. The resort uses natural high-quality mineral water to build more than 80 outdoor garden-style hot springs and indoor atrium-style hot springs of different styles, including special hot springs and five-element hot springs, and has developed SPA facilities suitable for all types of guests, such as famous flower hot springs, famous wine hot springs, famous wood hot springs, stone slab baths, and nude baths. Step into Huadu Hot Springs, feel the spring breeze on your face, listen to the rhythm of the hot springs, and experience hot springs with different functions.Yanling · 10.5 km from downtown
Cao Wei Ancient City
Cao Wei Ancient City is located in Xuchang, Henan Province. This cultural attraction serves multiple functions including cultural exhibitions, tourism and leisure, commercial services, and distinctive residential areas. Bordered by Wenfeng Road to the east, Qiyi Road to the south, the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway to the west, and Bayi Road to the north, this historical and architectural themed attraction recreates the ambiance of the Three Kingdoms period. With its rich historical relics and immersive cultural experiences, it attracts numerous visitors eager to explore this magnificent chapter of history. The architectural complex within the ancient city recreates the building style of the Cao Wei period, with its blue bricks, gray tiles, and upturned eaves, exuding an aura of antiquity and grandeur. Strolling through the streets, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich historical atmosphere, as if transported back to the Three Kingdoms era. The city houses multiple historical exhibition halls showcasing abundant cultural relics and historical materials that detail the political, military, and cultural developments of the Cao Wei period. Beyond historical sightseeing, the attraction offers a variety of interactive activities such as Three Kingdoms cultural performances, traditional handicraft workshops, and ancient costume photography, allowing visitors to personally experience the charm of Three Kingdoms culture. This place is not only a paradise for history enthusiasts but also an ideal destination for family trips. Whether exploring history or immersing in cultural experiences, it promises a journey filled with discoveries and joy.Xuchang · 33.2 km from Yanling
Prime Minister Cao’s Mansion
Cao Chancellor's Office is in the downtown area of the old center of Xuchang City. It was rebuilt based on Cao Cao's camp and office. The featured scenic area displays the culture of the Cao and Wei Dynasty in a well-rounded manner. It consists of an office, Qiuxian Palace, the Fushi Building and the Council Chamber. Qiuxian Palace features relief sculptures of a group of people, reflecting that Cao Cao was eager for talent and had ambitions to rule the world. Council Chamber displays Cao Cao's political, economic and military achievements. Fushi Building has three stories. The first floor exhibits the literature achievement of Cao Cao and his three sons; the second floor features literature in Jian'an and the seven elites in the Jian'an Era; and the third floor mainly shows several famous women of the Three Kingdoms.Xuchang · 33.2 km from Yanling
Millennium City Park
Millennium City Park is located by the Longting Lake in Kaifeng, a large-scale historical and cultural theme park that faithfully recreates the Northern Song Dynasty's capital based on the famous painting "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" by artist Zhang Zeduan, following the original layout at a 1:1 scale. The park is divided into two sections by the Shuangting Bridge: the southern area recreates the bustling urban life of Bianjing, with taverns, teahouses, pawnshops, and artisan workshops lining the streets, where peddlers with shoulder poles and shouting shop assistants move about; while the northern area features imperial gardens, with lakeside halls and quadrangular courtyards standing by the water. Staff and vendors throughout the park wear Song-style attire, accompanied by ancient music and the rhythmic sounds of bells and drums, creating the illusion of "stepping into a painting and traveling back a thousand years in a single day." The architecture here offers visually striking highlights: the Rainbow Bridge spanning the Bian River replicates the famous bridge from ancient paintings, arching like a rainbow—watching grain barges pass beneath recreates the painting's ambiance. Fuyun Pavilion towers above all other structures with its crimson facade and golden-roofed eaves, offering panoramic garden views. The reconstructed Shangshan Gate mirrors Kaifeng's Northern Song dynasty city gates, standing majestic with resplendent paintings as the garden's most imposing structure. Waterside pavilions like Shuixin Xie, Double Pavilion Bridge, and Nine Dragons Bridge dot the emerald waters in picturesque harmony. The daytime highlight is the scattered live performances throughout the park: "Judge Bao inspecting the Bian River grain transport" unfolds on the water by Rainbow Bridge, "Squire Wang's daughter seeking a husband" brings the embroidered ball tossing matchmaking to the streets, and "Yue Fei unhorsing Prince Xiao Liang" stirs up dust with galloping hooves in the drill ground. Folk performances like cockfighting, stilt walking, cuju (ancient football), and pan drumming are interspersed throughout. Families with children can visit Fun Garden and Great Song Games to try archery, dart throwing, rope climbing, and hoop diving—experiencing every Song dynasty game from a thousand years ago—or dress in period costumes at Square Courtyard to take mock imperial exams. Street-side workshops showcase folk crafts like Bian embroidery, Zhuxian Town woodblock prints, official kiln porcelain, and dough figurines, where visitors can watch artisans at work. The park takes on a different face after nightfall: red lanterns light up one after another, and the streets are ablaze with lights, making it seem like a completely different place from daytime. The large-scale water show "Northern Song Dynasty: Splendid Dreams of Dongjing" is performed on Jinglong Lake. The entire show is connected by eight classic Song Dynasty poems and a scroll of "Along the River During the Qingming Festival," transporting the audience back to Dongjing of the Northern Song Dynasty a thousand years ago. The performance lasts approx. 70 minutes, and many travelers specifically reserve their itinerary for the evening to wait for this show. After the performance, you might as well climb the Shangshan Gate tower to overlook the park scenery and the night view of Kaifeng under the lights. Dining in the park is also convenient: the snack street and night market around the Dongjing food area gather Kaifeng snacks like soup dumplings and mutton pancake, perfect for eating while strolling; for a proper sit-down meal, head to Sunyang Restaurant, a recreation of the "main shop" depicted in paintings, and try traditional Henan dishes such as soup dumplings and carp with noodles.Kaifeng · 80 km from Yanling
Song Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort
Song Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort is located in the northern part of the old city of Kaifeng, precisely on the site of the imperial palace of the Northern Song Dynasty's Dongjing city. The millennium-old central axis of Kaifeng runs through this area, making it the core zone of the royal culture of the Song Dynasty. Here, you can find the Song-style imperial architecture of the Longting attraction, the tales of the Yang Family Generals at Tianbo Yang's residence, and the calligraphic steles of Han Yuan Stele Forest. The Shuanglong Lane historical and cultural block, 960 Cultural and Creative Park, and Qisheng Corner have transformed old streets and courtyards into Song-style blocks perfect for leisurely exploration. The resort also connects a series of Song culture attractions: Wansui Mountain Great Song Martial Arts City stages year-round martial arts live shows and intangible cultural heritage iron fireworks, while historic sites like the Iron Pagoda, Kaifeng city wall, Zhouqiao and Bian River ruins, Shanshangan Guild Hall, Yanqing Taoist Temple, and Fan Pagoda are scattered across the old city, along with niche spots like the underground wartime grain storage. These places are hard to cover in one day, so we recommend focusing on two or three key sites. After dark, a different experience awaits as the attractions light up in unison. Boarding a painted pleasure boat on the Great Song Imperial River to watch the illuminated pavilions and towers sway with the rippling water is a popular nightlife option here.Kaifeng · 79.5 km from Yanling
Chunqiu Tower scenic spot
Located in the center of Xuchang City, it has been called Guan Gong Residence, Wu'an Wang Temple, Guan Wang Temple, "Liangyuan Yingfeng" Temple, Guan Fuzi Temple, and Guandi Temple in history. It is an ancient building complex in the style of Ming and Qing Dynasties and is a key cultural relic protection unit in Henan Province. In the fifth year of Jian'an in the Eastern Han Dynasty (200 AD), Cao Cao went on an expedition to the east and captured Guan Yu and Liu Bei's two wives, Gan and Mi, in the Battle of Xiapi. In order to protect the safety of his wife, Guan Yu temporarily surrendered to Cao Cao and came to Xuchang after the "Three Agreements on Tushan". Cao Cao loved talents and loved his generals, so he appointed Guan Yu as a general and gave him a mansion for Guan Yu and his two wives to live together. In order to avoid suspicion, he divided the mansion into two courtyards, letting the two wives live in the inner courtyard and himself in the outer courtyard. There was a building in the courtyard where Guan Yu read the "Spring and Autumn Annals" by candlelight all night long, and the Spring and Autumn Building got its name from this. The existing ancient building complex of Chunqiu Tower was first built during the Yuan Dynasty and was renovated many times during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. It has formed the basic pattern of "one house divided into two courtyards". On the central axis of the outer courtyard, there are the mountain gate, Chunqiu Tower and Guan Sheng Temple in turn. The architectural style of single, double and triple eaves is unique. The pavilions, platforms, towers and pavilions in the inner courtyard are scattered. It is adjacent to the Confucian Temple in the west. It is rare in the country to worship the two saints of "civil and military" at the same time. In particular, the main building of the Attraction, Guan Sheng Temple, is 33 meters high, and the 15-meter-high statue of Guan Gong inside is extremely rare. Today, the Chunqiu Tower Attraction is becoming a tourist attraction for tourists at home and abroad to visit and worship Guan Gong.Xuchang · 33.3 km from Yanling
Wansuishan Martial Arts City
Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City is located in the Wansui Mountain tourist area in the northwest of Kaifeng city. It is a large tourist area built with the background of Song Dynasty culture and martial arts culture. There are antique and charming Song Dynasty garden streets and alleys in the scenic area. There are wonderful martial arts and ancient costume performances all year round, as well as rich entertainment facilities. It is a good place for relaxation and entertainment Souvenir Kaifeng, Zhengzhou and other places. When visiting the Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City, the first thing you feel is the beautiful scenery of the scenic spot. The entire martial arts city has created the atmosphere of the Song Dynasty, including the Wansui Temple, which reproduces the glory of the thousand-year-old ancient temple in the Song Dynasty, the Dragon Altar that embodies the spirit of Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism, the intact ancient city wall ruins of the Ming and Qing Dynasties that have been preserved in the world, and one of the largest man-made streams and waterfalls in China. Many landscapes such as "Jiulong Waterfall" are very eye-catching. What's rare is that there is also a very large forest and green space in the scenic area, which is quiet and quiet. There are flowers in bloom every suitable season, which is very suitable for photography. After that, tourists will notice the unique martial arts features in the scenic spot. There are 36 martial arts-themed plays performed here year round (about 60 per day), such as "Cross Slope", "Wu Song Drunk Beats Chiang Menshen", "Wild Boar Forest" and so on. The themed drama is quite exciting and must not be missed when you come here; and interactive performances such as "Martial Arts Film and Television Experience Hall", "Wu Zhuangyuan" and "Li Kui's Case" can also allow tourists to participate in martial arts stories, which is full of fun. There are also many elements of martial arts in the architectural design of the scenic spot, such as the martial arts road with large weapons such as the "Yitian Sword" and the "Bawang Sword", the "Knight's Picture" of the Song Dynasty Martial Arts Hall, the "Sword Altar" on the cross slope, and the "Sword Altar" on the cross slope. Xianzhuang, Wulin venue and other places are unique. In addition, during the Spring Festival every year, Wansui Mountain holds a large-scale temple fair, with grand performances, rich snacks, dazzling handicrafts and unique entertainment activities. The atmosphere is warm and it has become one of the most popular temple fairs in the Central Plains. one.Kaifeng · 81.4 km from Yanling
Longmen Grottoes
One of the four major grottoes of China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Longmen Grottoes are a trove of 1000 years of Buddhist art treasures. Bounded by the Yi River, the caverns are divided into two sections at East Hill and West Hill. The caverns at East Hill contain mostly Tang dynasty (618-907) works, while the caverns at West Hill were cut out during the Northern, Sui, and Tang dynasties and contain the carvings that are most representative of the site. The Buddha and bodhisattva sculptures that inhabit the caverns are carved into an endless variety of poses and expressions of mercy and kindness, while the caves themselves lend a stately and dignified atmosphere. The artistry of these sculptures is truly a priceless inheritance of Buddhist art.China · Luoyang
Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
It is said that Laojun Attraction is the place where Li Er (Laozi), the founder of Taoism, practiced in seclusion. During the Northern Wei Dynasty, a temple was built in the mountain to commemorate it. Later, it was named "the famous mountain in the world" and has always been popular. The mountain is lush with trees and picturesque, and mountain springs can be seen everywhere. In the golden autumn, this is the best choice for viewing red leaves in the Souvenir areas. After the rain, Laojun Mountain is surrounded by clouds and mist in each peak, like a fairyland in the sky. The Attraction area is huge and is mainly divided into the main Laojun Mountain Attraction in the center, the Dream Valley Attraction in the west, and the Zhaigou Attraction Area in the east. Generally, tourists will spend a day to visit the main Laojun Mountain Attraction, which is also the most developed area of the entire Attraction. If you go to the top of the mountain, you will also have the opportunity to see the beautiful sea of clouds, sunrise, and sunset. The main Attraction of Laojun Mountain includes Zhongtianmen, Jinding, Laojun Temple, Nantianmen, Yuhuangding and Mazongling. Since its construction in the Northern Wei Dynasty, Laojun Temple has been the center of worship for pilgrims from the Central Plains; the Taoist temple on Yuhuangding enshrines the Jade Emperor and is also a good place to view the scenery in the mountain; Jinding and Mazongling are good places to watch the sunrise and the sea of clouds. Recommended itinerary: Day Trips Most tourists choose to spend a day to visit the main Attraction of Laojun Mountain. Lingguan Hall - the statue of Laojun at the foot of the mountain - Lincu Hall - Zhongtianmen - tree-lined trail - Lying Yunsong - Bodhisattva Hall - Laojun Temple, Jinding - Yuhuangding, and then return along the original route. Tourists can choose to walk the whole way or take a "walk + cable car" tour of Laojun Mountain according to their own conditions. There is the Zhongling Cableway of the Attraction between the Lingguan Temple at the foot of the mountain and the Zhongtian Gate on the mountainside. Take the Zhongling Cableway and then walk from Zhongtian Gate to the top of the mountain, Yuhuang Peak. The road from Zhongtian Gate to the top of the mountain is not very steep and can usually be completed in about an hour. Two-day tour If you have enough time, you can spend two days to visit Laojun Mountain. The general route is: D1: Visit the main Attraction of Laojun Mountain and stay in the mountain that night. D2: From the top of Laojun Mountain, choose to go down the mountain to the Dream Valley in the west or the Zhaigou Attraction in the east, and arrive at the west gate and east gate of the Attraction respectively. In the main Attraction of Laojun Mountain, you can stay near Zhongtianmen on the mountainside and Laojun Temple on the top of the mountain. There are hotels near Zhongtianmen with better accommodation conditions, while the accommodation conditions Souvenir Laojun Temple are relatively poor. If you plan to go to the top of the mountain to watch the sunrise the next morning, you can stay Souvenir Laojun Temple. Compared with the Zhaigou Attraction in the east, the mountain roads in Dream Chasing Valley are smoother, and tourists can choose one of them to go down the mountain according to their preferences. There are many places in the Attraction that can provide Dining services for tourists, but the signboards on some sections of the road in the Attraction are not yet very complete, so tourists need to pay more attention when visiting.China · Luanchuan
Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)
During the Northern Song dynasty, Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace) was where Bao Zheng, the renowned "Justice Bao," served as the prefect. The original Kaifeng Fu of the Song dynasty was long destroyed by floods. What travelers see today is a recently reconstructed artificial ancient-style attraction. The gate of Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace) faces south, and travelers enter the attraction from here to begin their visit. The attraction is centered on buildings such as the main hall, conference hall, and Meihua hall, flanked by Kaifeng Fu-Tianqing temple, Mingli courtyard, Kaifeng Fu-Qianlong palace, Qingxin tower,Prison, Yingwu Tower, Yinbin Hall, and other halls of various sizes. Each hall is relatively small in scale. Travelers can follow the attraction map to visit the attractions along the central axis before exploring some attractions on both sides. Travelers can view the interior scenes of a Northern Song government office in the main hall and council chamber along the central axis. In the plum blossom hall in the northern part of the attraction, there are recreated scenes of Judge Bao adjudicating cases while "sitting southward in the yamen," complete with wax figures. West of the main gate, the view includes a prison office, Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)-prison temple, death row cells, and gendered prison cells—all arranged with sculptures, torture devices, and scenes reflecting the penal administration of the Northern Song period. In the Qianlong hall and Qingxin tower east of the central axis, travelers can see statues of emperors Taizong, Zhenzong, and Qinzong of the Song dynasty, along with biographical introductions of all Kaifeng magistrates from the Northern Song era. Travelers can also watch many historical reenactment performances when visiting the attraction, such as "Yamen opening ceremony" and "Judge Bao presiding over a case".Kaifeng · 78.1 km from Yanling
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What travelers say about Yanling
M76***03June 28, 2026
5.0
We visited the hot springs in Huadu with our family over the weekend and had a great experience in all aspects. The advertised area included a children's play area, which I highly recommend. The staff were very attentive, especially Aunt Xiaoli and Aunt Kenan, who helped us get water and tidy up our things. I'll definitely come back to try it next time. A brand new children's play area will be opening in mid-July; you should definitely bring your kids to experience it!
Huadu Hot Spring Resort
乂昭July 31, 2025
4.0
曹魏古城是在汉末曹魏都城许昌的基础上复建的古城景区，其中有各类吃喝玩乐的店铺，以及曹丞相府和春秋楼等景点，临近还有胖东来商业中心。总的来说，是许昌市区内的核心景区，大概可以花费一两天的时间进行游玩
Cao Wei Ancient City
এ᭄哈佛ꦿృ༊October 1, 2026
4.0
Aside from inclement weather, there are some short shows in the evenings, with the program changing daily. When I went, it was raining, so there were no shows that evening. Day and night tickets are valid for multiple entries within a day.
Prime Minister Cao’s Mansion
M36***54October 25, 2026
5.0
For a guesthouse, the breakfast is quite plentiful, and it's very close to Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, Hanyuan Garden, and Longting Garden. If you get tired of sightseeing, you can come back to rest and then continue exploring in the evening.
Millennium City Park
M55***20August 18, 2026
5.0
It's very worthwhile, but it's also very crowded, which might slightly detract from the overall experience. However, the people are incredibly welcoming, and there are many beautiful spots for taking photos. The food is also affordable and inexpensive, which kids enjoy. I'll definitely go back when it's less crowded.
Song Du Huangcheng Cultural Tourism Resort
乐堡窝窝吃吃喝喝August 27, 2026
4.0
Overall, it's alright. It's mostly artificially renovated. We went on the first day of the Lunar New Year, and it started snowing shortly after we entered the scenic area, which made it a beautiful sight. In Xuchang, it's worth visiting historical sites. Although it lacks the hustle and bustle of a modern city, it has a low-key and understated historical weight, making it very suitable for family travel.
Chunqiu Tower scenic spot
济南启东机械October 26, 2026
5.0
Having come with high expectations, this was my first visit to Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City, and it was truly a rewarding and worthwhile trip. The park's layout is long and narrow from east to west, with different scenic areas arranged sequentially. Strolling through it felt like traveling through different time periods, especially with the bustling crowds of young people in cosplay, giving us a sense of being in another world. However, the enticing aromas wafting from the numerous food stalls brought us back to reality. I feel that one visit is not enough; I definitely want to go back again.
Wansuishan Martial Arts City
飘呀飘的喵October 26, 2026
5.0
I entered the park at 5:30 PM, and the lights came on just as I reached the grotto area. The night view was beautiful and I wasn't exposed to the sun. However, if you want to see all the grottoes thoroughly, this is not the best time to enter.
Longmen Grottoes
E56***69October 26, 2026
5.0
This is a paradise on earth, a truly worthwhile trip! The services at the scenic area are excellent in every aspect, all prices are clearly posted and very affordable, and there's everything you could want: food, warm clothes, and various local specialties, all with clearly marked prices. Even the restrooms smell wonderful! I would gladly go back a hundred times!
Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
宝多多_越October 24, 2026
4.0
Kaifeng Prefecture felt like a completely artificial tourist attraction. All the replica ancient buildings were too new, and the exhibits inside were too outdated, especially the clothing in the glass cases of the tallest building – the dust was so thick, and there weren't any bright lights; elderly people were practically feeling their way around inside. The shows weren't particularly interesting either. I much preferred the interactive experience with the NPCs at Qingming Riverside Park. I guess I'll only be interested in that place when I'm older!
Kaifeng Fu (Kaifeng Palace)
