Handan 3-Day 2-Night In-Depth Travel Guide | History + Food + Nature Full Experience

| History + Food + Nature Full Experience. Handan, a city with a 3,000-year history, is both the "Capital of Chinese Idioms" and the capital of the Zhao State during the Warring States period. This carefully designed guide will take you through Handan’s must-see attractions, let you taste authentic local cuisine, and experience the most genuine Handan lifestyle!

🕐️DAY 1: Urban Cultural Exploration
Morning:
08:00-10:00 Handan Museum (Free, reservation required)
Highlights: Zhao State cultural relics exhibition, Cizhou kiln ceramics
10:30-11:30 Xuebuqiao Park
Visit the origin of the "Learning to Walk in Handan" idiom, with idiom story reliefs by the bridge

Afternoon:
14:00-16:00 Congtai Park
Must-see: Wuling Congtai Ruins, Seven Sages Temple
Climb Congtai for a panoramic view of Handan city
16:30-18:00 Huiche Alley Historical and Cultural District
Retro-style street, great for photos, with a light show in the evening

Evening:
19:00-21:00 Meilecheng Shopping District
Recommended: 4th-floor food court, rooftop garden night view

🕐️DAY 2: Ancient City + Sacred Site One-Day Tour
Morning:
08:00-10:00 Guangfu Ancient City (40 minutes by car from downtown)
Tour route: Enter from East Gate → Ancient City Wall → Yang Luchan’s Former Residence → Wu Yuxiang’s Former Residence → Hongji Bridge
❤️Special experience: Rent Hanfu for photos (about 50 RMB/set)

Afternoon:
13:00-17:00 Nuwa Palace (recommended to hire a car)
Tour order: Cable car up the mountain → Nuwa Pavilion → Buttian Square → Walk down the mountain
Note: The last section, the "Hanging Plank Road," is quite dangerous, proceed with caution

Evening:
19:30-21:00 Fuyang River Cruise
Recommended boarding point: Longhu Park Pier
Best time: After dusk to enjoy the lights on both banks

🕐️DAY 3: Choose One Natural Scenery Option
Option A: Jingniang Lake Leisure Tour
08:00 Depart from downtown
09:30-15:00 Activities:
❤️ Take a boat cruise to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery
❤️ Walk the Magpie Bridge and Glass Plank Road (not recommended for those afraid of heights)
❤️ Recommended restaurant: Farmhouse restaurant at the scenic area entrance

Option B: 129th Division Red Tour
❤️ 08:30 Depart from downtown
❤️ 10:00-15:00 Visit the former site of the 129th Division Headquarters
❤️ General’s Ridge
❤️ Exhibition Hall (free guided tours at 10:00/14:00)

❤️ Night Market Recommendations
Jishan Xintiandi Night Market: Local favorite
Kangde Night Market: Affordable prices, open until early morning

Must-Try Three Treasures
1. Donkey Meat Feast (Recommended: Old Locust Tree Donkey Meat Restaurant)
How to eat: Donkey meat sandwich, donkey meat sausage, donkey meat hotpot
2. A Basket of Juicy Dumplings (Chinese time-honored brand)
Must order: Pork and scallion filling (served with garlic paste + vinegar)
3. Cizhou Menzi (Specialty snack)
Recommended shop: Cizhou Braised Noodle Restaurant

🏨 Accommodation Guide
Downtown Recommendations
High-end: Handan Hotel (4-star, prime location)
Unique: Huiche Alley Inn (ancient style guesthouse)
Budget: 7 Days Premium (Renmin Road branch)

❤️ Guangfu Ancient City
Recommended: Guangfu Inn (Siheyuan-style courtyard, includes breakfast)

💗 Other Travel Suggestions
- History enthusiasts can add "Zhao King City Ruins Park"
- Jingniang Lake route is recommended for seniors and children
- Photography lovers must visit Nuwa Palace and Huiche Alley night scenes

✨ This guide covers the essence of Handan, allowing you to experience history, culture, and natural beauty in three days. If you need more detailed information about any attraction, feel free to ask! Wish you a wonderful time in Handan! 😊