Things to do in Xiangcheng

Kaifeng City Museum is located on Zhengkai Avenue, Sixth Street, Kaifeng City, Henan Province, east of Zhongyi Lake. It is a comprehensive local museum integrating cultural relic collection, preservation, scientific research, exhibitions, and public education. It is a unit under the Kaifeng Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism. The museum is a national first-class museum. Admission is free on weekdays. It is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed on Mondays (the schedule may be adjusted for public holidays). It is recommended to make a reservation in advance via the official WeChat account or mini-program using your real name. Entry is by presenting the reservation code and your ID card.

The cliffside roller coaster hurtles along the cliff face, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the canyon as it plunges down – a truly unique experience. The cliffside swing overlooks a deep abyss, providing about two seconds of weightlessness – thrilling yet safe. Some young people remarked that their legs were weak but they still wanted to ride it again. The cable car and L-shaped cave elevator (reaching the cliff top in 52 seconds) alleviate the fatigue of the climb, requiring minimal physical exertion.

Pingdingshan City is named after the mountain - Pingdingshan. The Peak Park is located on the top of Pingding Mountain in the north of the urban area, and the name of Pingdingshan City comes from this. The Peak Park is 426.5 meters above sea level. The top of the mountain is flat and as flat as a whetstone, with an area of ​​850 acres. The Peak Park under construction has begun to take shape. The Peak Park is built on the top of Pingding Mountain, 427 meters above sea level, with an area of ​​about 0.6 square kilometers. The park has crisscrossing roads, rows of exotic trees, clusters of flower beds, and lawns like carpets. In front of the mountain are large tracts of pine forests, cypress forests, and locust forests, which are dense and vigorous, full of vitality. There are 666 stone steps for climbing, leading directly to the top of the mountain, which is magnificent. Planting trees and grass, supplemented by sculptures, fountains, and garden buildings. The Peak Park has become the best place for residents of the city to relax and vacation and for foreign guests to visit.

Teacher Zhou's professional explanations, both in detail and easy to understand, helped us understand the history of Baima Temple and its related Buddhist culture. It was a pity that two halls were under renovation, which we could only consider a minor disappointment, but it will serve as motivation for our next visit.

The ruins of Luoyang City during the Sui and Tang Dynasties are located in the suburbs of Luoyang City. Construction began during the reign of Emperor Yang of Sui, and its layout was modeled after the Sui Dynasty's Daxing City. At that time, it was known as the Eastern Capital or Tokyo. It served through the Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, and Northern Song Dynasties, lasting for over 500 years, acting as the Eastern Capital of the Sui and Tang Dynasties and the Western Capital of the Northern Song Dynasty. During the reign of Emperor Yang of Sui, the palace city, imperial city, and outer city were built successively. Five wards were established south of the outer city, and three more were opened to the northeast. In the second year of the Qianfeng era of Emperor Gaozong of Tang (667 AD), the Yang Palace was built southwest of the imperial city.

The banks of the Bian River are brightly lit at night, which is very beautiful. There are also many performances along the way. After dinner, you can take a boat to enjoy the scenery, which is perfect. It costs 50 yuan per person, which is not bad. After boarding the boat, you can stroll around the Xisi Night Market and have a late-night snack.

From Yuntaishan, we boarded a bus bound for Luoyang. The journey was long — more than four hours on the road. We left at 2:30 pm and only arrived close to 7:00 pm, which meant our first day in Luoyang was largely consumed by travel. That evening, drained from the ride, I managed only a brief visit to Yingtianmen, illuminated against the night sky.The following day was devoted entirely to two of Luoyang’s most iconic sites: the Longmen Grottoes and the White Horse Temple. After exploring the temple, we caught bus no. 58 directly to Luoyi Ancient City. By then, the hours of walking through grottoes and temple grounds had left us physically exhausted. Still, the ancient city welcomed us with free admission and a promise of cultural immersion.Dinner was taken at a basement food court along Minzhu Street. By the time we finished, night had fallen, and Luoyi Ancient City had transformed. The streets glittered with lanterns, music pulsed through the air, and the atmosphere was electric. Crowds gathered near the lake to watch 天女散花 — the “Fairy Scattering Flowers” dance performance — though we chose not to linger.Luoyi Ancient City (洛邑古城) remains one of China’s most authentic living historic districts. Here, 3,000 years of dynastic history — from the Zhou to the Ming — can still be felt in its preserved city walls, pagodas, canals, and performances. It is not simply a relic of the past, but a vibrant cultural stage where history and daily life coexist.

Quite an interesting and special museum to visit. I have learned lot of “knowledge” related to the ancient tombs during the 2 hours tour with the guide.

The ancient city is vast and full of historical atmosphere. It's a pity I didn't go at night and missed the night view. The East Market and West Market were very interesting, with various performances!

This was an extremely satisfying guided tour. Originally a small group, it became a private tour due to a last-minute cancellation, which significantly enhanced the experience. Ms. Li was incredibly patient and her explanations were very detailed. She interacted well with my child throughout, providing appropriate guidance and stimulating his curiosity and desire to explore. She also offered encouragement and timely praise, giving my child positive motivation and further fueling his interest in learning about and exploring history. The museum exhibits were also very impressive. Ms. Li's explanations brought the entire three-story exhibition hall to life, making us feel incredibly close to the Shang Dynasty. We learned a great deal from the tour, and I am especially grateful to Ms. Li. My child and I both benefited immensely from this experience.