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Yecheng Relic Site

Yecheng Relic Site

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The Yecheng Ruins are located in Linzhang County, Handan City, Hebei Province. Historically, the ruins of the capitals of Cao Wei, Hou Zhao, Ran Wei, Qian Yan, Eastern Wei and Northern Qi are composed of two cities, north and south. Yebei City was the capital of the state built by Cao Cao in the ninth year of Jian'an (204). Later Zhao, the Eastern Wei Dynasty, and the Northern Qi Dynasty successively all capitalized on Ye. In the first year of Chengguang (577), the Northern Qi Dynasty fell, and the city declined. Yenan City was built against the southern wall of Yebei City in the first year of Yuanxiang in the Eastern Wei Dynasty (538) and was destroyed in the Sui Dynasty. Yecheng is a city with clear functional divisions and rigorous structure, which embodies the urban construction concept of "planning first, construction later". The unique position of the Yecheng ruins in the history of Chinese urban development has always been one of the concerns of Chinese and foreign historical circles. The ruins of Yecheng are a sample of the construction of ancient capitals in East Asia, and have far-reaching influence on the construction of ancient cities such as Chang'an and Luoyang in China and the construction of ancient capitals in East Asian countries such as Japan and South Korea. In January 2012, the archaeological team of Yecheng discovered a buried pit of Buddha statues near the city wall of Yecheng, Beiwuzhuang, Linzhang County, and unearthed 2,895 stone statues and remnants of the Eastern Wei Dynasty and Northern Qi Dynasty. Burial pit of Buddhist statues.

Linzhang · 20.2 km from downtown
Yecheng Museum

Yecheng Museum

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The Yecheng Museum is located on the north side of the Yecheng Ruins, covering an area of 65 mu and the main building area of 5,228 square meters. The whole museum is composed of city towers, city gates and city walls. The shape of the museum is imitated by Zhuming Gate, the south gate of Yenan City, and has a strong architectural style of the Han Dynasty. The Yecheng Museum is divided into six exhibition halls, namely "Preface Hall", "First Exhibition Hall: Central Plains Important Land, Rich Granary - Ye Land from Prehistoric to Qin and Han Dynasties", "Second Exhibition Hall: Wei Wuxiongcai, New Capital - Cao Wei Period Yecheng", "The Third Exhibition Hall: Ethnic Fusion, Cultural Turbulence—Yecheng in the Period of the Sixteen Kingdoms", "The Fourth Exhibition Hall: Prelude to Sui and Tang Civilizations—Eastern Wei and Northern Qi Yecheng", "Fifth Exhibition Hall: The Buddhist Capital of Northern China— Buddhism in Yecheng in the Sixth Century". The Yecheng Museum is of great significance for promoting ancient Ye culture, protecting cultural heritage, and promoting the rapid development of Linzhang cultural tourism. The total budget of the construction project of Yecheng Museum is 76 million yuan. It is located on the north extension line of Yebei City, covering an area of 65 mu, with a main building area of 5228 square meters, 65 meters long from east to west, and 50 meters wide from north to south. The entire museum is composed of towers, city gates and city walls. The shape of the museum is imitating the Zhuming Gate of the south gate of Yenan City, and it has a strong architectural style of the Han Dynasty. Inside the courtyard is a six-sided relief wall made of yellow sandstone, displaying important historical figures and histories of Yecheng, the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, such as Cao Wei Du Ye, Shihu Military Parade, Ran Min Du Ye, Murong Sanjie, Eastern Wei Gao Huan, and Northern Qi Gaoyang. event. On the east and west sides, there are two imitation Hanque towers about 11 meters high and six landscape columns with idioms and allusions. The construction content of the museum includes the main hall, ancillary work rooms and garden landscape engineering. The Yecheng Museum is divided into six exhibition halls, namely "Preface Hall", "First Exhibition Hall: Central Plains Important Land, Rich Granary - Ye Land from Prehistoric to Qin and Han Dynasties", "Second Exhibition Hall: Wei Wuxiongcai, New Capital - Cao Wei Period Yecheng", "The Third Exhibition Hall: Ethnic Fusion, Cultural Turbulence—Yecheng in the Period of the Sixteen Kingdoms", "The Fourth Exhibition Hall: Prelude to Sui and Tang Civilizations—Eastern Wei and Northern Qi Yecheng", "Fifth Exhibition Hall: The Buddhist Capital of Northern China— Buddhism in Yecheng in the Sixth Century". A total of more than 500 precious cultural relics (groups) were displayed in the trial opening hall.

Linzhang · 18.6 km from downtown
Yinxu Museum
No. 7 of Family-friendly Attractions in Henan

Yinxu Museum

7.3
4.8/5
2.4k reviews

The new Yinxu Museum officially opened on February 26, 2024. In terms of architectural design, following a global competition, the design by Academician He Jingtang from South China University of Technology was selected. Inspired by the "Shang Hymns" from the Book of Songs, the design features elements such as green wild grass platforms, a grand earth structure, layered depth, and bronze cladding. It emphasizes a green, low-carbon, and sustainable development model, creating a "model of China, a temple of civilization" with cultural connotations and archaeological significance related to the Yin Ruins. Regarding the exhibition layout, the museum focuses on the theme of "The Great Shang Civilization," featuring three permanent exhibitions, four special exhibitions, and one unique immersive digital exhibition. These exhibitions explore various aspects such as Shang Dynasty history, oracle bone studies, archaeological history, and the global influence of Shang civilization. They comprehensively illustrate the flourishing urban civilization, sophisticated ritual and music culture, advanced bronze civilization, brilliant written language, and superior craftsmanship of the Shang Dynasty, vividly presenting its significant role and impact on Chinese civilization and the development of human civilization. In terms of design style, the museum adheres to a solemn and grand aesthetic, extensively utilizing artificial intelligence, multimedia, and other digital technologies. This approach provides new contemporary expressions for artifacts, documents, and oracle bone inscriptions, enhancing the breadth, depth, and precision of the panoramic presentation of Shang civilization. It creates an interactive space between artifacts, history, and digital virtual environments.

Anyang · 35.2 km from Linzhang
Guangfu Ancient City
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Hebei

Guangfu Ancient City

7.7
4.3/5
1.4k reviews

Guangfu Ancient Cityis located in Guangfu town, Yongnian district, Handan city, Hebei province. It is a national 5A-level attraction, a famous historical and cultural town in China, and a wetland park with profound historical heritage. Featuring beautiful northern water town scenery and a long-standing tai chi culture, it is China's unique ancient town, water town and tai chi town. The ancient town. Guangfu ancient town has a history of over 2,600 years, with its city walls stretching 4.5 km in circumference and covering an area of 1.5 square kilometers. The town boasts numerous historical relics, including two national-level protected sites - Guangfu ancient town itself and Hongji bridge, along with over 20 provincial and municipal protected sites such as the former residences of Yang Luchan, Wu Yuxiang and Wu Ruqing. The water town. Guangfu ancient town is located in the Yongnian depression covering an area of 46,000 mu. Surrounding the town walls is a 5 km moat that's 100 m wide, with wetlands beyond it. This "town between two waters" forms a unique view of Guangfu. The depression has perennial water accumulation with lush reeds, thriving fish and shrimp, lotus ponds, and migratory birds, earning it the reputation of "little Jiangnan in the north". The city of taiji. Guangfu ancient town is the birthplace of Yang-style and Wu-style taijiquan, where the founders of the two major schools, Yang Luchan and Wu Yuxiang, were born. It is a renowned hometown of taiji, from which taijiquan spread across China and the world.

Handan · 42 km from Linzhang
Yin Xu
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Anyang

Yin Xu

6.8
4.7/5
6.2k reviews

Yin Xu is the ruins of the late Shang Dynasty capital in China, the first historically confirmed capital city, located in Yindu District, Anyang. A large number of cultural relics with precious historical value have been unearthed at Yin Xu, including bronze ware and oracle bone inscriptions. Among them, the 875 kg "Simuwu rectangular ding" is a treasured bronze artifact, while the oracle bone inscriptions represent ancient Chinese writing and the precursor to Chinese characters. Their discovery altered China's archaeological chronology, pushing the credible recorded history of China back to the Shang Dynasty. The Yin Xu royal tomb site within the attraction is academically recognized as the royal burial ground and sacrificial site of the Shang dynasty. The palace area has yielded a large quantity of oracle bones, bronze artifacts, including the famous "Simuwu rectangular ding." Thirteen royal tombs, over 2,000 burial pits, sacrificial pits, and chariot pits have been discovered here. The eastern section of the royal tomb site features numerous sacrificial pits containing human (sacrificial victims) and animal skeletons, serving as a public sacrificial ground for the Shang royal family to honor their ancestors. The Yin Xu palace and temple complex site served as the venue for Shang kings to handle state affairs and reside, representing the most significant ruins and component of Yin Xu, encompassing over 80 architectural foundations including palaces and temples. To the west and south of the palace and temple complex lies a manually excavated defensive moat encircling the structures, functioning similarly to a palace city. The temple complex is also recognized as one of the renowned "classical city-states" among ancient civilizations worldwide. Within the palace and temple ruins area lies the tomb of Fu Hao, the consort of King Wu Ding of the Shang dynasty. This is the only well-preserved tomb of a Shang royal family member discovered to date, and the only one that can be linked to oracle bone inscriptions to confirm its age, owner, and identity. The tomb chamber contained 16 sacrificial victims and yielded over a thousand artifacts, including bone objects, jade pieces, and bronze vessels. In the eastern part of the attraction, there is also an "Oracle bone stele forest" that displays a large number of oracle bone inscriptions in the form of stone carvings. Visitors who are interested can go and take a look.

Anyang · 35.6 km from Linzhang

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JanetOctober 3, 2025
5.0
I enjoyed a fantastic trip on the first day of National Day, off-peak, during the holiday season! It was my first time at a Fantawild theme park, and I expected it to be just like any other domestic park. I was surprised by how captivating and engaging the show was, showcasing the Chinese culture to its fullest! Nuwa mends the sky, The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, The Charm of the Nine Provinces, The Yellow Millet Dream, Meng Jiangnu, and Crazy Idioms—all excellent shows! Highly recommended! Fantawild National Colors Spring and Autumn was a truly worthwhile experience!

Handan Fantawild Oriental Legend

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jyayoiOctober 8, 2026
5.0
I placed a last-minute order at noon for the afternoon session that same day, and the customer service lady called me instantly to arrange it—so efficient! They even made an exceptional arrangement for Ms. Juanjuan from Quyu Talks; she's incredibly knowledgeable, gave a thorough explanation, and connected the sculptures to other grottoes, styles, and the social and historical context of the time—it was excellent!

Yecheng Archaeological Museum

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M43***51January 28, 2025
5.0
I have wanted to come here for a long time. The children had a lot of fun. The environment here is also very good. I will bring my children here in the future. My family also said that it was a good place to play. Let's come back next time.

Handan Kunlewan International Tourism Resort

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水漫三楼March 22, 2026
5.0
The Ye City Ruins, located in Ye Town, Linzhang County, Handan City, Hebei Province, covers a core protected area of ​​30 square kilometers. It served as the capital of six dynasties: Cao Wei, Later Zhao, Ran Wei, Former Yan, Eastern Wei, and Northern Qi. The Ye City Ruins are rectangular in plan, with an east-west avenue dividing the city into north and south sections. The north section measures approximately 2400 meters east-west and 1700 meters north-south, with seven gates; the south section measures approximately 2800 meters east-west and 3460 meters north-south, with fourteen gates. Ye City, having served as the capital of six dynasties, is the birthplace of ancient Chinese capital city planning and holds significant historical importance in the development of ancient Chinese capital cities, earning it the reputation of being a "model of ancient Chinese capital city architecture." In 1982, the Ye City Ruins were designated as a provincial-level cultural relics protection unit by the Hebei Provincial People's Government. In January 1988, the Yecheng Ruins were designated as a third batch of national key cultural relics protection units by the State Council of the People's Republic of China.

Yecheng Relic Site

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糯米314February 2, 2026
1.0
This is a terrible place. Even if you're prepared to visit a historical site park based on your imagination, you'll still be disappointed. The park is so poorly maintained that they didn't even bother with signs; all they have is a printed map showing the layout, and the patches of grass are unkempt. The displays are riddled with errors, such as labeling ordinary roof tiles as cloud-patterned roof tiles, and the information panels are all copied and pasted from the internet. It's not even worth 4 yuan, let alone 40 yuan. Many historical sites that are free for elderly women to dance in are better than this. Avoid it.

Bronze Bird Terrace

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行走毛毛May 10, 2025
4.0
Compared with the Yecheng Archaeological Museum, the Yecheng Museum is a little bit worse, but the whole museum is quite satisfactory and relatively attentive. After all, the good things are also placed in other museums. What can be left to him may be the continuous restoration and sand table of the ancient monuments.

Yecheng Museum

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Anonymous userNovember 5, 2026
5.0
Surprisingly, it was excellent. Both the exhibits and the contents were very attractive. If you want to see the historical context, I recommend visiting the Erlitou Site in Luoyang first, and then the Yin Ruins Site in Anyang as your second stop. It's outstanding.

Yinxu Museum

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媛媛宝宝0323November 6, 2026
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A highly recommended museum! Handan boasts a long history, and the museum has four floors. Except for the first floor, which has no exhibition halls, the second to fourth floors showcase history from human ancestors to modern times. It's advisable to check guided tour schedules in advance. The guides are not scripted, making the experience pleasant and engaging! The museum also offers a wide variety of cultural and creative products. If you get tired, there are benches in the corridors where you can rest and enjoy a coffee or milk tea. Unlike museums in other cities, the Handan City Museum closes at 9:00 PM, making it a popular spot for tourists and locals to stroll around!

Handan Museum

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火 火October 28, 2026
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Guangfu Ancient City is a 5A scenic area in Handan, a rare combination of a water town, an ancient city, and a Tai Chi city in northern China. Entry is free, but separate tickets are required to climb the city walls, visit the government offices, and see the former residences. Key attractions: 1. Ming Dynasty City Wall: Well-preserved, offering panoramic views of the surrounding depressions and waterways, perfect for photos; the South Gate, Yanghe Gate, is a landmark photo spot. 2. Tai Chi Cultural Sites: The former residences of Yang Luchan and Wu Yuxiang, the birthplace of Yang and Wu styles of Tai Chi, where you can see late Qing Dynasty residences and inscriptions on Tai Chi theory. 3. Guangping Government Office: A Ming and Qing Dynasty government office complex, recreating the layout of an ancient government office; often featuring light shows and folk performances at night. 4. Night Cruise on the Moat: Enjoy a boat ride with a strong nighttime atmosphere; iron flower performances are also held on holidays.

Guangfu Ancient City

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雨沐小雅October 30, 2026
5.0
The new museum's layout has been praised as "efficient yet unpretentious," with themes such as Shang Dynasty hymns, funerary sacrifices, and bronze artifacts blended seamlessly. As evidence of Shang civilization, its cultural value is irreplaceable. A guided tour is highly recommended.

Yin Xu

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