Things to do in Liaoyang County

As I've said before, the service attitude of the shuttle bus drivers needs improvement. Everything else is fine, but isn't it a bit cold in these small vehicles on a day like this? They should probably switch to minivans. 15 yuan isn't cheap either, and it's freezing cold.

Overall, it's quite good. I personally really liked this place. Although there weren't many highlights, the jade itself was truly stunning. I would recommend this place; if you have time in Anshan, it's worth a visit. However, you need to walk quite far in, so it requires some physical effort.

Stepping into the Jade Buddha Mountain Scenic Area, the sight of lush greenery is enchanting. Climbing up the bluestone path, you will see lush vegetation on both sides, and the sound of cicadas and birds chirping, just like being in a natural oxygen bar. Climbing to a high place, the view suddenly opens up, and the city of Anshan is in full view, with buildings and natural scenery complementing each other. The Jade Buddha Temple on the mountainside is solemn and solemn, with incense lingering and Buddhist music curling, which gradually calms people's impetuous hearts. The giant jade Buddha is magnificent, and the exquisite carving and warm jade color complement each other, showing the beauty of art. The most unforgettable evening on the viewing platform, the sunset dyed the sky orange-red, the afterglow sprinkled in the mountains and forests, the shadows of the trees swayed, the light and shadow intertwined, and the beauty was like a dream. Jade Buddha Mountain is not only a gift of natural beauty, but also a paradise where people can relax and feel tranquility.

The rebuilt Guangyou Temple covers an area of ​​60,000 square meters and a building area of ​​20,000 square meters. From south to north, the archway, mountain gate, Heavenly King Hall, Great Hall, Ten Thousand Buddha Pavilion, Ganlu Ordination Platform, and Three Treasures Building were designed and built on the central axis of the temple. On the east and west sides, there are bell towers, drum towers, stele corridors, and east and west side halls. In the west of the temple, there is a separate courtyard, Yuantong Zen Temple.

I was surprised to find such a white pagoda in Liaoyang City. This pagoda is over 800 years old, remarkably well-preserved, and very beautiful. Walking around it offers different views from every angle, all of which are fantastic; highly recommended. The park itself isn't large, but it has a wonderful atmosphere. There are other antique-style buildings alongside the pagoda, creating a harmonious ambiance. The South Manchuria Railway Library is also worth a visit if you have time. The park features a fountain show in the evening, which is very charming. There are also food stalls and a children's playground, but we didn't have time to explore and experience the prices. Overall, the park is fantastic; strolling through it and soaking in the local atmosphere is well worth the experience. Best of all, it's free! Highly recommended.

Having visited many zoos, I highly recommend this one. It's located in the scenic Longding Mountain Scenic Area of ​​Liaoyang (free admission). Not many tourists, and the animals are very intelligent. There's a lion dad sleeping soundly on his back 🦁 and lion cubs diligently performing (30 yuan for full interaction). There's a white fox with a charming head tilt 🦊. There's a proud white peacock 🦚. There's a wolf 🐺 and a sheep 🐑 in a fairytale romance, defying societal norms. There's a sheep 🐑 with a rather strange appearance. There are birds huddled together, timid, and also birds 🦉🦅 that look rather ominous at first glance. It's highly recommended!

Hall display: A hoard of coins from the Jin Dynasty was unearthed in Yongchang Yaju, Liaoyang. There are more than 10 tons of coins, 36 kinds. The earliest is from the Han Dynasty, and the latest is the Dading Tongbao of the Jin Dynasty. Among them, the Northern Song Dynasty coins account for the majority. It may be the treasury of the Huiyi Office of Dongjing Prefecture in the Jin Dynasty or a private merchant. It is the largest known hoard of coins in Liaoning Province.

The Ansteel Museum, converted from an old factory building, boasts a strong industrial atmosphere and is free to enter. It is a national first-class museum. The museum has a rich collection, presenting Ansteel's century-long history through artifacts, pictures, texts, and multimedia systems, recreating the struggles of this "eldest son of the Republic's steel industry." The immersive exhibits are captivating. The external steel-themed park is perfect for taking photos. The overall narrative is complete and historically significant, suitable for understanding industrial culture; however, self-guided tours lack guidance, so a guided tour is recommended for better understanding. Overall, it's worth a visit.

Highlights: Giant pandas, giraffes, and sea lion performances. It's OK to bring children to see small animals. Disadvantages: The park is small, the environment is not good, the animals are too dirty, the glass is very dirty, it's not good to take pictures, there are many places that charge fees, and some are expensive

The Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall was built on the site of the Wu Mansion, a Qing Dynasty building, to commemorate Cao Xueqin's ancestral home in Liaoyang. The name of the hall was inscribed by the scholar of *Dream of the Red Chamber*, Feng Qiyong. The hall houses and exhibits historical archives related to the Cao family, the Cao family genealogy, Qing Dynasty court archives, and other documents, tracing the Cao family's history from its rise to prominence after "following the emperor into the Central Plains" in Liaoyang.