5-Day Travel Guide to Jiaozuo and Nearby Areas

This guide is perfect for a 5-day trip to Jiaozuo and nearby areas during the short holiday! You can enjoy a night tour of Luoyi Ancient City to experience its historical charm, have fun at Kaifeng Drum Tower Night Market, and savor authentic Henan cuisine like Huimian noodles, Luoyang Water Banquet, and Kaifeng Soup Dumplings. Save this guide now!

Recommended Attractions:

🗿 Longmen Grottoes: A thousand-year-old treasure trove of art 🎨 with stunning Buddha statues that will leave you in awe!

🏯 Shaolin Temple: The birthplace of Zen Buddhism 🧘 and martial arts 🥋, perfect for practicing kung fu and seeking blessings!

🏞️ Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden: Immerse yourself in Song Dynasty-themed activities 🎮 and admire ancient architecture and folk customs 🎭!

Tips:
1️⃣ Visit Red Stone Gorge in Yuntai Mountain during the morning 🌞 for soft lighting that enhances your photos and avoids crowds for a better experience.
2️⃣ Don’t buy Jiaozuo Huai Yam/Iron Stick Yam at scenic spots! Supermarkets in the city offer better value 🛒.
3️⃣ For Henan Huimian noodles, choose traditional ones with rich broth and chewy noodles for a heartwarming meal. Wear loose pants 👖 for Luoyang Water Banquet.
Kaifeng Soup Dumplings: Take a small bite first to sip the soup 🥟—don’t burn your tongue like I did 😭.
5️⃣ The people in northern Henan are warm and friendly. If you ask for directions, elderly locals will enthusiastically help you. Carry some candies 🍬 as a token of appreciation.

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Post by 百花旅行 | Sep 6, 2025