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Handan CityWalk｜Explore the Ancient Idiom Capital with Just 200 RMB Per Person

Who would have thought! Handan’s CityWalk is full of historical Easter eggs✨ The 2000-year-old ancient capital is hidden in the streets and alleys. Spend a whole day eating and exploring to your heart’s content, here’s a guide to copy!

🚗 How to Get There & Local Transportation
▫️ Long-distance travel: High-speed rail is preferred! From Handan East Station, a taxi takes 10 minutes to Congtai District (about 8 RMB), and Bus No. 21 goes directly to the city’s commercial area.
▫️ Within the city: Shared bikes/electric scooters are the best! A day pass costs 15 RMB with unlimited rides, and travel between attractions is within 15 minutes.

📍 One-Day Highlight Route (with locations)

1. Congtai Park (No. 159 Zhonghua North Street, Congtai District)
Free entry! Climb Wuling Congtai for 10 RMB, stand on a 2000-year-old site to view ancient-style architecture, and wear Warring States robes for amazing photos.

2. Handan Dao Historical and Cultural Street (Handan Dao, Congtai District)
Connects Huiche Lane and Hanshan Academy. Explore Ming and Qing dynasty buildings in the south area, enjoy creative snacks in the north, and rent Hanfu costumes and makeup starting at 50 RMB.

3. Handan Museum (399 East Renmin Road, Congtai District)
Free but requires reservation! See cultural relics to understand Handan’s civilization history. It’s on the way from Congtai Park, so you can visit both together.

4. Xinhua Street Snack Street (Xinhua Street, Congtai District)
Rest here after walking! Cheese grilled cold noodles for 12 RMB, fermented tofu for 8 RMB, and the three-combo of fried blood sausage with crispy pork skin is a must-try.

💰 Cost Breakdown (Per Person)
▫️ Tickets: 10 RMB for Congtai tower climb + others free, total 10 RMB
▫️ Transportation: 15 RMB for city travel + 20 RMB taxi backup, total 35 RMB
▫️ Food: Snacks + meals within 80 RMB
▫️ Total: 125 RMB! Budget-friendly or splurge as you like

💡 Tips

1. Book the museum one day in advance on “Handan Culture & Tourism” to avoid Monday closures.

2. For a deeper experience, add Guangfu Ancient City (Yongnian District). The ancient city is free, and a combined ticket for 60 RMB includes Yang Luchan’s former residence.

3. Must-try: Nanyancun hand-pulled noodles, only authentic from local old brands!

Handan’s romance is that every few steps you encounter stories like “Hu clothing cavalry archery” and “carrying thorns to apologize.” History lovers will absolutely adore it~