Zhengzhou｜Taohuayu｜Natural and historical wonders on the Yellow River dividing line

Taohuayu in Zhengzhou is located at the foot of Guangwu Mountain. It is the geographical dividing point of the middle and lower reaches of the Yellow River. It overlooks Songshan Mountain in the north and the Yellow River in the south. It has both natural wonders and a thousand-year cultural heritage. Here you can find the historical relics of Sanhuang Mountain and the winter passion of Taohuayu Ski Resort. You can encounter the magnificence and elegance of the Central Plains in all four seasons.

🎯Game guide
Must-see attractions:

• Sanhuang Mountain: Visit the legendary sites of Suiren, Fuxi and Shennong. Ancient sites such as the Mausoleum of Zheng Wugong and Tang Zhaocheng Temple tell the vicissitudes of the past thousand years.

• Taohuayu Ski Resort: In winter, you can experience a 200,000 square meter ski resort with four ski slopes to meet different difficulty requirements. The snow play area also has fun activities such as snowmobiles and snow zorbing.

• Yellow River Boundary Monument: Standing on a 21-meter-high platform, overlooking the dividing line between the middle and lower reaches of the Yellow River, you can experience the geographical wonder of "one stone dividing the river".

Featured Experience:

• Ancient Great Wall: Climb the 15-meter-high beacon tower and overlook the waves of the Yellow River and the plain scenery.

• Ancient Yellow River Ferry: Stroll along the ancient stone path, listen to the sound of waves and recall the prosperity of the water transport industry in the past.

• Spring flower viewing: From mid-March to early April, peach blossoms are in full bloom all over Taohuayu, contrasting beautifully with the golden waves of the Yellow River.

🍜Food recommendations

• Xushui Dengji Beggar’s Chicken: a classic Henan dish, 91 yuan per person, recommended to pair with pig’s trotters to relieve greasiness.

• Huang Dongjia Big Pelvis: Fried soft-shelled turtle and chicken and other main dishes are cost-effective, and the average price per person is 40 yuan.

• Xuji Juhuiyuan Huimian: 20 yuan a bowl, Zhengzhou specialty, rich soup, perfect with shredded pancakes.

🏨Accommodation suggestions

• Ningshi Art B&B: RMB 258-600/night. The independent courtyard design incorporates elements of traditional Chinese painting, and offers a panoramic view of the Yellow River. It provides wild vegetable feasts and Yellow River fish feasts.

• City hotels: such as Le Méridien Jianye, suitable for continuing to visit the Yellow River Cultural Park the next day.

💰Tickets and transportation

• Tickets: 25 yuan for Sanhuangshan Taohuayu Tourist Area, and from 68 yuan for the ski resort (additional fees required).

• transportation:

◦ Bus: Take bus No. 16/18 to Taohuayu Station, the journey takes about 1.5 hours.

◦ Self-driving: Navigate to "Zhengzhou Taohuayu", where there are ample parking lots.

🌸Tips

• Snow suits and gloves are required for skiing in winter, and non-slip shoes are recommended in summer.

• The best time to enjoy the flowers is from March to April, and it is recommended to wear light-colored clothing when taking photos.

Zhengzhou Taohuayu, a journey through nature and culture spanning thousands of years, is waiting for you to experience the grandeur and poetry of the Central Plains! 🌿