No treasures in Hebei? Cangzhou, this ancient canal city, is absolutely amazing!

👏 Acrobats and martial arts intertwine, the millennium-old Iron Lion is breathtaking, the night market food is irresistible, and the cost performance is incredible! Late summer to early autumn is the perfect time to visit～

1️⃣ Cangzhou Iron Lion and Old City Ruins Park
👉 Must-visit reasons:
The millennium-old "Sea-Calming Roar" is so powerful! The earliest and largest cast iron artifact in China, just looking at the photos is mind-blowing 🤯

🎭 Activities
✔️ The Iron Lion is great for photos from the front, side, and back
✔️ Cultural exhibition hall reveals the secret history of the Iron Lion casting
✔️ Don’t miss taking a photo with the tail of the "World’s Number One Lion"

💰 Ticket: about 20 RMB
🚌 Transportation:
Taxi about 50 RMB / direct bus available
PS: There is a replica in Shicheng Park downtown (free), but the original has more historical feel

2️⃣ Wu Qiao Acrobatic World
🔥 Must-see reasons:
The hometown of Chinese acrobatics! High-altitude bike stunts, ghost-hand magic... I was biting my thigh the whole time 🙈

🎪 Recommended experiences:
Ghost Hand Theater magic show is amazing!
Folk acrobatics at Jianghu Cultural City is super lively

⏰ Suggested visit time: at least half a day
💰 Ticket: around 160 RMB (free for children under 1.2m)
🚗 Transportation: 2.5h by car / round-trip charter about 200 RMB
Tips: Avoid weekends! Front row seats have great interactive fun

3️⃣ China Grand Canal Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum
💯 Highly recommended:
Super air-conditioned + lots of interactive exhibits + great photo spots! A blessing for those who fear the sun 🌞

🏮 Activity guide:
✔️ Face painting and New Year print rubbing are very fun
✔️ The third-floor terrace offers a super relaxing view
✔️ Nearby industrial heritage area has a cyberpunk vibe

💸 Ticket: Free!!
🚖 Very convenient transportation: multiple bus lines direct

4️⃣ Nanchuan Old Street & Canal Night View
📸 Perfect for photos:
Ancient buildings + dazzling night scenes! Every snap looks like a masterpiece

🚢 Travel tips:
✔️ Take a boat ride at dusk to see the lanterns (one way 30 RMB)
✔️ Climb Nanchuan Tower for a panoramic view
✔️ Keep eating along the long night market street

🍲 Must-try foods:
0317 Hot Pot Chicken, Gaomana Donkey Meat Sandwich
Lamb Intestine Soup + Baked Flatbread is a perfect match
In August-September, Huanghua swimming crab is so fat it’s dripping oil

🏨 Accommodation recommendations:
Bai Yulan Hotel (Old Street branch)
Jinshi International Hotel (4.8 rating)
Grand Canal Guesthouse (excellent location)