Explore Jincheng! An unmissable journey of stunning scenery and culture!
by Gastronomy Globetrotter
Feb 21, 2024
2 Days & 1 Night Hidden Gems in Jincheng🔥This Shanxi Town is Full of Surprises‼️
Recently unlocked Jincheng as an off-the-beaten-path destination, and it completely exceeded expectations! Spent 2 days exploring ancient towns and castles, savoring hele noodles and night markets - all for just 300 RMB per person. Didn't want to leave😍
【Itinerary】
DAY1:
📍Dayang Ancient Town (60 RMB ticket): Well-preserved Ming-Qing era town, visit the ironworks and don't miss the spectacular iron-flower performance
📍Situ Town (free): Watch "Encounter Old Shanxi Again" immersive show about Shanxi merchant culture
📍Jincheng Food Street: Must-try Lingchuan mutton shaobing and Yangcheng braised pork, 30 RMB fills you up
DAY2:
📍Huangcheng Xiangfu (120 RMB ticket): Grand tutor's residence for Emperor Kangxi, architectural splendor rivals the Forbidden City
📍Diji Castle (free): Rare honeycomb-style fortress in northern China, every angle is photo-worthy
📍Zezhou Park: Locals' favorite leisure spot, especially beautiful at dusk
【Tips】
1. Dayang's iron-flower show happens daily at 14:30 & 19:30 - don't miss it!
2. Rent an audio guide (20 RMB) at Huangcheng Xiangfu to appreciate architectural details
3. Must-try Jincheng specialty hele noodles - recommend "Old Ma's" and "Jinyang Hele"
【Accommodation】
✅Stay in old town area - Jinjiang Inn (Zezhou Road) offers great location near food street
✅For premium experience, try B&Bs inside Huangcheng Xiangfu scenic area
【Transport】
✈️Nearby Changzhi Wangcun Airport (1.5hr drive)
🚄High-speed rail to Jincheng East Station is convenient, city taxis start at 10 RMB
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