What are the must-visit attractions for a three-day trip to Yulin?

Yulin is located in the northernmost part of Shaanxi Province, with a long history, and is the birthplace of the Huangdi culture. The winding Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty passes through the territory, separating the Loess Plateau of Northern Shaanxi and the vast Maowusu Desert, creating the unique charm of this ancient city on the frontier. The mighty Yellow River flows grandly, and the vast desert is desolate and magnificent. Atop the Zhenbeitai, the sun sets over the lonely desert smoke, and the heroic spirit of the frontier fortress remains. By the side of Hongjianao, seagulls fly, the sky is high and the clouds are light, comfortable and pleasant. The melodious Xintianyou music drifts over the Loess Plateau, the enthusiastic Yangge dance spreads across the land of Northern Shaanxi, the warm in winter and cool in summer cave dwellings, the exquisite and festive Shaanxi paper-cutting, the people of Yulin encapsulate the unique beauty of this land in their own way. Itinerary Suggestion Day 1: Yulin Ancient City - Yulin Han Dynasty Stone Relief Museum - Confucius Temple Food Street Day 2: Hongshixia - Zhenbeitai - Hongjianao Day 3: Wave Valley Yulin Must-Visit 1. Yulin Ancient City: Also known as Camel City or Yuyang Town, it is located in the core area of Yulin City. In history, the ancient city was in the midst of a yellow sand desert. During the Ming Dynasty, it was the garrison of Yansui Town, one of the nine border towns, 'North platform, south pagoda, ancient city in the middle, six-story riding street, famous in the world' is the best description of the ancient city of Yulin. 2. Zhenbeitai: It is the largest existing beacon tower of the Great Wall, known as one of the three wonders of the Great Wall along with Shanhaiguan and Jiayuguan, and is called 'the first platform of the Great Wall'. Zhenbeitai was built in the Ming Dynasty (1607), with four stories high, and the barracks for the guards were built within the city walls, some of which still remain. From the top of the platform, you can overlook Yulin City and Hongshixia Address: Yuyang District, Yulin City (about 7 kilometers north of the city center) Transportation: Take bus 3/5 to Zhenbeitai stop Opening hours: 8:00-19:00 Ticket price: 30 yuan 3. Hongshixia: Also known as Xiongshixia, the Great Wall passes through the gorge, known as 'the most beautiful scenery of the Great Wall', the most notable are the cliff carvings in the gorge, known as 'the stele forest of the border mountains', most of which were made during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The movie 'Ashes of Time' was also filmed here. The Guangze Canal, excavated in the gorge in 1472, is also amazing, and the rushing Yuxi River is the most spectacular scenery in the gorge. Address: Beiyuemiao Village, Yuyang Town, Yuyang District, Yulin City Transportation: Take bus 3 to Hongshixia Reservoir Station Opening hours: 8:00-19:00 Ticket price: 30 yuan 4. Longzhou Danxia Landform (Wave Valley Scenic Area): Currently the largest Danxia landform in Shaanxi, locals call it 'Wave Valley', also known as Jingbian Red Sandstone Canyon. The Danxia landform in the scenic area mainly formed during the Cretaceous period 96 million years ago. Wave Valley has a unique landscape, combining mountain and water wonders. It has the 'underground Danxia' below the horizon, the 'flame Danxia' above the horizon, and the 'water Danxia' standing by the lake. The Danxia landform has a variety of types, rare in the country. Address: About 21 kilometers southeast of Longzhou Town, Jingbian County, Yulin City Opening hours: 8:00-18:00 Ticket price: 90 yuan 5. Hongjianao: It is the largest desert freshwater lake in China, 'Nao' is a Mongolian word, meaning pond or lake. It is also called 'Zhaojun's Tears', with a legend about Wang Zhaojun's marriage to the Xiongnu. The place is vast with lush water plants, combining the scenery of grasslands and the landscape of the south of the Yangtze River. Address: Lintu Town, Shenmu County, Yulin City, Shaanxi Province Opening hours: 7:00-17:00 Ticket price: 30 yuan Local Specialties Yulin tofu - Fried soy milk - Lamb offal - Mixed three delicacies - Pancake - Stove bun Tips Yulin has a lot of sand and frequent sandstorms, and the sunlight is intense, so windproof and sunscreen items are essential. Also, there is a large temperature difference between day and night, so warm clothing is necessary. In addition, there is a lot of Artemisia in Yulin, so it is not recommended for people with rhinitis to visit in July, August, and September. Souvenir Recommendations Mizhi millet - Jia County oil dates - Zizhou fruit fillings