Ultimate Guide to "Only Henan" Drama Fantasy City

Why You Must Visit?
As a seasoned visitor who has been here multiple times, I can confidently say this is the most breathtaking cultural tourism IP in China! It's not an amusement park but an immersive epic about land, grain, and bloodlines. With 21 theaters and 700 minutes of performances, the experience lingers long after, leaving you humming the theme song "Only Henan" at home. Promise me, you must visit at least once in your lifetime! ❗❗❗❗

🛬 Travel Guide:
🎟️ Ticket Information
Search "Only Henan" on WeChat Mini Program
(1-Day Ticket: Choose 1 main play + 13 small plays)
(2-Day Ticket: All 3 main plays + 13 small plays)

🎭 Must-See Performances
💥 Three Main Plays (Watch in order!)
1. "Train Station": A gripping tale of human choices during famine, with actors crying and shouting right beside you—immersion at its peak!
2. "Li Family Village": A continuation of the Train Station story, with a tear-jerking finale as grains of wheat pour down 🌾 (Bring tissues!).
3. "Fantasy City": A visual masterpiece! With a rising and falling stage, it takes you through the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties, featuring dialogues between Confucius and Laozi—goosebumps guaranteed.

💥 Recommended Small Theaters
1. "Su Shi in Henan" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The central question of this play is, "Mr. Su, why did you choose to be buried in Henan?" The answer may lie in Kaifeng's status as a political center during the Song Dynasty. Su Shi, full of youthful ambition, entered the capital with dreams of serving the people. However, his career was fraught with setbacks. Henan became both the starting point of his political aspirations and the final resting place of his ideals and regrets. The character Changshou is particularly well-developed—highly recommended!
2. "Rosy Cheeks" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The funniest play with the most audience interaction, it reminds us to find joy in life no matter how mundane or challenging. (I was lucky to receive a rosy cheek sticker from the actor!)
3. "The Six-Horse Chariot of the King" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Standing Room)
Based on the discovery of a Zhou Dynasty chariot burial pit in Luoyang in 2002, this play uses a dialogue between past and present to explore the significance of archaeology and pay tribute to archaeologists. A treasure trove for history buffs.
4. "Cao Cao's Wheat Field" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A simple yet profound story that portrays Cao Cao as a multi-dimensional figure rather than a mere symbol. The stage lighting and music are particularly striking.
5. "The Auditorium of the Seventh Locomotive Factory" ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Using a modern time-travel perspective, this play revisits key historical figures from the 1923 workers' strike to the Reform and Opening-Up era—a meaningful reflection on history.

📸 Best Photo Spots
1. Hundred-Acre Wheat Field: Entrance + rammed earth walls—stunning backlit shots at sunset 🌾.
2. "Henan's Soil": A 215-cubic-meter yellow earth wall engraved with town names—find your surname's origin for a meaningful photo.
3. Qian and Kun Stages: Nighttime light shows + martial arts performances—wear Hanfu for silhouette shots that look like movie stills.

⛺ Must-Try Food:
🍜 Food Guide
🍴 Mai Lang Restaurant: KFC, Jian Tea, cold noodles, roujiamo... Prices are similar to the city. Highly recommend the "Henan Hui Mian"!
🌯 Song Street Snacks: Almond tea, Kaifeng soup dumplings—limited seating, so consider takeout.
⚠️ No outside food allowed! Free drinking water is available in the park, so pack light for 20,000 steps of walking!

🎪 Hidden Gems
1. Free custom wheat seeds at the exit.
2. Say the secret phrase "The wheat is ripe" to NPCs in long robes for a surprise.
3. Sneak into the wheat field before the nighttime laser show ends for stunning light-and-shadow photos.

🧡 Tips:
1. Reserve main play slots in advance. Small theaters have limited capacity—arrive 30 minutes early to queue.
2. Wear comfortable shoes (20,000+ steps a day).
3. Bring a sun hat/umbrella; some theater queues are unshaded.
4. The park opens at 10 AM (usually 20 minutes earlier—arrive early!).
Check the daily small theater schedule on the "Only Henan" Mini Program and plan your route in advance.
For a hassle-free experience with plenty of photo ops, follow the guide above!