3 Days 2 Nights Exploring Anyang|Discover the Stunning Autumn Colors of the Ancient Capital
by benjaminfirefly
Oct 5, 2025
Autumn in Anyang is a perfect blend of historical depth and natural brilliance! This thousand-year-old ancient capital not only holds the mystery of the Yin Ruins but also the grandeur of the Taihang Mountains. Spend three days deeply experiencing it all~
📍Day 1: Yin Ruins Exploration and Journey of Chinese Characters
⏰ Morning: Yin Ruins Museum
This is the first verifiable capital city in Chinese history! As the site of the late Shang Dynasty capital, you can see precious artifacts like oracle bones and bronze ware, experiencing the brilliance of civilization from three thousand years ago up close✨
📍Address: No. 1 Yin Ruins Road, Yindu District, Anyang, Henan Province
🚌 Transportation: Take Bus No. 1 from downtown to Yin Ruins Station
🕒 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Advance booking recommended)
🍜 Noon: Old Brand Bianfencai (A Must-Try!)
A specialty snack of Anyang! The vermicelli is smooth and chewy, the broth rich and flavorful, paired with marinated dishes—simply amazing~😋
📍Recommended: Century-old Yin Du Food Stall
🕒 Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📚 Afternoon: Chinese Characters Museum (Super Photogenic)
The world’s only museum themed on writing! From oracle bone script to modern Chinese characters, learn the evolution of Chinese writing in one stop📖
📍Address: East Section of Renmin Avenue, Wenfeng District, Anyang
🚕 Transportation: About 15 minutes by taxi from Yin Ruins
🕒 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
🏨 Evening: Stay in Wenfeng District Hotel
Recommended to stay in Wenfeng District, where you can stroll the night market and experience Anyang’s nightlife🌃 Plenty of delicious food nearby!
📍Day 2: Taihang Mountains Natural Scenery (Red Leaf Paradise)
⛰️ Morning: Taihang Grand Canyon
The Taihang Mountains in autumn are breathtaking! The forests are dyed with red leaves covering the hills, every shot is a masterpiece📸 You can also see waterfalls, streams, and unique rocks!
📍Address: Shibanyan Township, Linzhou City, Anyang
🚗 Transportation: Recommended to drive or charter a car (1.5-hour drive)
🕒 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
🍗 Noon: Mountain Farmhouse
Must order wild mushroom stewed chicken and mountain vegetables, pure natural deliciousness! 👍
📍Recommended: Farmhouse Courtyard (near the scenic area)
💦 Afternoon: Peach Blossom Valley Scenic Area (Anyang’s Little Jiuzhaigou)
Famous for its water scenery! In autumn, the streams, waterfalls, and red leaves complement each other beautifully, walking here feels like being in a fairyland🏞️
🚌 Transportation: Accessible by sightseeing bus from Taihang Grand Canyon
🕒 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
🍗 Evening: Daokou Roast Chicken (Must-Eat List)
A specialty of Anyang! The meat is tender and juicy, the aroma irresistible, so delicious it will blow you away🤤
📍Recommended: Bianyi Fang Roast Chicken Old Shop
🕒 Business Hours: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍Day 3: Ancient Architecture and Culture Tour
🏯 Morning: Wenfeng Tower (A Citywalk Must-Visit)
A landmark building of Anyang! Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the entire city, the blend of ancient and modern sights is stunning🌇
📍Address: Wenfeng Middle Road, Wenfeng District, Anyang
🚶 Transportation: Walkable from downtown
🕒 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
🍜 Noon: Old Brand Huimian Noodles
The soup is rich and the noodles chewy, served with lamb and cilantro, warming and satisfying! Not eating this in Anyang is like not coming at all~
📍Recommended: Big Beard Huimian
🌳 Afternoon: Yuanlin (A Fusion Cemetery)
Yuan Shikai’s tomb architecture is very special! A fusion of Chinese and Western styles, with ancient trees towering in the park, very peaceful🌲
📍Address: Jiefang Road, Beiguan District, Anyang
🚕 Transportation: About 20 minutes by taxi from Wenfeng Tower
🕒 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
🌟 Useful Tips:
1⃣️ Big temperature difference between morning and night, remember to bring a jacket🧥
2⃣️ Advance booking recommended for Yin Ruins and Chinese Characters Museum
3⃣️ Lots of walking in Taihang Mountain scenic areas, wear comfortable shoes👟
💰 Budget Reference: 800-1000 RMB per person (all inclusive)
Feel free to ask if you have any questions~ Save this for your trip! ❤️
Post by benjaminfirefly | Oct 5, 2025












