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by Chat*_Grany
Jul 17, 2025
🏜️A Must-Visit in Yinchuan! Travel through classic scenes from "A Chinese Odyssey" and unlock Zhang Yimou's filming locations!
Zhenbeibu West Film City (abbreviated as Zhenbeibu Film City), located in Xixia District, Yinchuan City, Ningxia, is a National AAAAA-level tourist attraction founded in 1993 by writer Zhang Xianliang. It is famous for its rustic, desolate, and rugged Northwestern characteristics, and is one of China's three major film cities. It has filmed over 200 film and television works, including "Red Sorghum" and "A Chinese Odyssey," and is known as "where Chinese cinema goes global."
🎬 Film and Television Sacred Place! A Northwestern film city where over 200 film crews have checked in.
From "Red Sorghum" to "A Chinese Odyssey," this place has nurtured countless classics!
📍Address: East side of National Highway 110, Zhenbeibu, Xixia District, Yinchuan City
⏰Opening Hours:
10.18-10.31 08:30-17:30
11.1-4.15 09:00-17:00
🚗Route Guide:
1️⃣ Ming City Entrance➡️"The Herdsman" Filming Location
This area recreates the style of a Northwestern town in the 1980s. Adobe walls + wooden door frames make for great casual photos!
📸Tips: Rainy days have more of a cinematic feel, remember to bring an umbrella.
2️⃣ Qing City Old Street➡️"A Chinese Odyssey" Scenes
The classic quote wall and the Bull Demon King's wedding scene are 1:1 recreations. The city wall, just like Zixia Fairy's, is a must-visit!
📸Best Photo Spot: Take silhouettes on the city tower at dusk.
3️⃣ Old Yinchuan Street
Perfectly recreates Yinchuan street scenes from the 1930s. Tailor shops, teahouses, and pharmacies are great for photos.
🍜Food Recommendation: Be sure to try the old yogurt at the street entrance.
⚠️Tips:
-The Northwest has strong winds and sand, so it's recommended to wear sunglasses + a scarf.
-The scenic area is large, wear comfortable athletic shoes.
-There's a large temperature difference between morning and evening, bring a jacket to stay warm.
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