Fuxi Temple

🚄 As soon as I stepped onto the train from Xi'an to Tianshui South Station, I couldn't wait to explore this charming city! In 48 hours, I'm going to have a blast in Tianshui and feast on all the delicious food! Here are some recommended spots to check out 🏯 First stop: Fuxi Temple, one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization 🏞️ Second stop: Tianshui Ancient Town, each city's ancient town has its own unique features 🏔️ Third stop: Mini Potala Palace There are many people taking photos, and the shooting spot I found this time 🎬 is so photogenic 🍲 Recommended delicacy: The unforgettable—Pangzi Fish Hotpot! 😋 I just can't stop eating the Tianshui cuisine, especially the Pangzi Fish Hotpot 🍲! Hand-rolled noodles and beef tripe cooked in it are just too fragrant This broth is even more aromatic than the hotpot base 🏨 I stayed at the Tianshui Jiafu Hotel this time, which was quite comfortable and had a nice environment! The highlight is that staying at this hotel comes with free Tianshui spicy hotpot, no need to queue up! · The next day I couldn't resist going for it again ah ah ah Just in time to take away and let my family also taste it This trip to Tianshui was really great! Not only did I experience the rich historical and cultural atmosphere But I also enjoyed such delicious food. If you also want to have a different kind of trip, Why not come to Tianshui and take a look? I believe you will fall in love with it too!

🌟 Three-day tour in Tianshui, explore the culture and scenery of Fuxi's hometown! 🌄 **Day 1: Maijishan Grottoes—Fuxi Temple** - **Morning**: 🏞️ Depart from the city center to the World Cultural Heritage site—Maijishan Grottoes. It's recommended to set off early to avoid the crowds and the scorching sun. - **Noon**: 🍜 Taste Tianshui's special noodle dishes, such as beef noodles and rolled noodles, at a restaurant near Maijishan Grottoes. "Maijishan Noodle House" is recommended. - **Afternoon**: 🏯 After visiting Maijishan Grottoes, head to Fuxi Temple to learn about the story of Fuxi, the cultural progenitor in ancient Chinese mythology. - **Evening**: 🍲 Return to the city center and taste more authentic snacks around Tianshui People's Square, such as lamb soup with bread and cold noodles. **Day 2: Tianshui Museum—Nanguo Temple** - **Morning**: 🏺 Visit Tianshui Museum, which houses a large collection of precious cultural relics, especially the sculpture of a horse galloping across a flying swallow. - **Noon**: 🍴 Find a well-reviewed restaurant in the city, such as "Qinzhou Old Street", to taste more local delicacies. - **Afternoon**: 🍃 Head to Nanguo Temple to experience the tranquility and solemnity of this thousand-year-old ancient temple. - **Evening**: ☕️ You can choose to continue exploring the food at Tianshui night market or enjoy a leisurely time in a coffee shop in the city. **Day 3: Immortal Cliff—Tianshui Folk Culture Expo Park** - **Morning**: 🏔️ Head to Immortal Cliff to explore this scenic area that combines natural and cultural landscapes. - **Noon**: 🍽️ Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in the Immortal Cliff scenic area and taste local specialty dishes. - **Afternoon**: 🎭 Visit Tianshui Folk Culture Expo Park to understand the folk culture and traditional handicrafts of the Gansu region. - **Evening**: 🚶 End your pleasant trip to Tianshui, return to the city center or head to the train station/bus station to prepare to leave. **Food Recommendations:** 1. **"Maijishan Noodle House"** - 🍜 Taste authentic noodle dishes such as beef noodles and rolled noodles. 2. **"Qinzhou Old Street"** - 🍴 Various Tianshui specialty dishes in an antique environment. 3. **Tianshui Night Market** - 🍢 Lamb soup with bread, cold noodles, barbecue skewers, and a variety of snacks are available. **Tips:** - 🌞 The climate in Tianshui is dry, please remember to hydrate and apply sunscreen. - 👟 Some attractions are quite large, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. - 🍁 Respect local customs and keep the environment clean. Take this guide with you on your journey to Tianshui and experience the unique charm of this ancient city! ✨🌈

😋 Tianshui's spicy hot pot has ignited the passion for a whole city~ But spicy hot pot is not all there is to Gansu's Tianshui! Hidden behind it are the stunning natural scenery and a long history and culture 👍🏻 You must check out these attractions in Tianshui to make your trip worthwhile~ - 📍 Maijishan Grottoes The grottoes carved on the cliffs require walking on narrow and steep ancient plank roads, with spectacular grotto statues on one side and the soaring cliffs on the other ✨ There are two routes, and it is recommended to take Route 1 to see more grottoes~ Route 2 is more stable, suitable for children and the elderly - 📍 Nanguo Temple The temple has ancient cypresses over 2500 years old, and the three courtyards, buildings, and walls are all well-preserved ancient structures! With nearly a thousand years of history, it is a very quiet and elegant place~ - 📍 Xianren Cliff Located northeast of Maijishan, there are three cliffs, five peaks, and six temples, mainly to see the three cliffs ✨ Follow the order of 'West Cliff - East Cliff - South Cliff' to visit, a less popular attraction with fewer people and beautiful scenery~ - 📍 Fuxi Temple The birthplace of Fuxi and the cradle of Fuxi culture, a microcosm of Chinese civilization, witnesses the history of Tianshui, and the Fuxi Ceremony is held here every year - 📍 Guan'e Gully Composed of Guanzhu Gully, Eman Gully, and Legu Mountain, all featuring natural scenery of green mountains and clear waters ✨ Guanzhu Gully is mainly known for the Guan'e Heavenly Waterfall, while Eman Gully has the small 'Ze Dang Cuo' Heavenly Pool - 📍 Xi Xia Song A deep canyon with emerald green waters, surrounded by layers of forests on both sides, very mysterious and quiet, with clear air and cool temperatures, it is a particularly suitable place for walking and enjoying the mountains and waters~ - 😋 Food Recommendations: ✨ Tianshui's spicy hot pot! No need to go to a specific restaurant, any place near residential areas or school gates is delicious! 👍🏻 In addition to spicy hot pot, the 'Eight Big Bowls', Tianshui pot, guagua, and cold noodles are all very tasty! - 💡 Travel tips: Tianshui does not have a subway, only buses or taxis for transportation, and the attractions are quite scattered

🌈Friends, don't just know Tianshui for its hot and spicy soup! Here you can also explore the Maijishan Grottoes, one of China's four major grottoes. Plus, Tianshui's special cuisine is too numerous to count! With the climate just right, if you haven't been yet, hurry up and follow my lead to enjoy Tianshui! Remember to try to avoid the weekends~ 🚄Transportation: Direct high-speed train, smooth bus travel Tianshui's transportation is super convenient! Direct high-speed trains, and tourist lines have been opened between popular attractions, which is just too considerate! 🚌 🏨Accommodation: Comfortable and convenient near Fuxi Temple in Qinzhou District I recommend staying near Fuxi Temple in Qinzhou District, where dining and attractions are just a stone's throw away, and the prices are very people-friendly! 💸 🗺️Touring: Two days of non-stop excitement! 📆Day1: Explore the ancient charm of Tianshui, taste authentic cuisine From Tianshui South Station 👉 take a taxi directly to the antique street morning market (don't miss Master Wu's Gua Gua Noodles, Ye Ji's Apricot Tea, and other delicacies!) 👉 take bus No. 6 directly to Guangming Lane for food and fun (try Guangming Lane's cool skewers, Hou Ji's potato balls, and more!) 👉 explore Fuxi Temple 👉 walk to nearby streets to taste authentic Tianshui spicy hot soup 👉 in the evening, go for Fatty Fish Hotpot! 👉 at night, stroll and dine on Tianshui ancient street, feeling the charm of the ancient city at night. 📆Day2: Explore the grottoes, take in the natural scenery Take bus No. 34 directly to Maijishan Grottoes (for Line 1, it's recommended to choose Caves 133 and 127, absolutely stunning!) 👉 take bus No. 37/39 to Xianren Cliff 👉 then to Jingtusi 👉 note, the last bus No. 37 back to the city departs at 17:30, don't miss it! Lunch can be settled within the Maijishan Grottoes scenic area, with friendly prices and delicious food. Spend 2 hours at each scenic spot, about 1 hour by bus between spots, relaxed and fulfilling! 🍜Cuisine: The taste of Tianshui, a journey on the tip of the tongue In addition to the aforementioned delicacies, there are also special snacks such as pork fat boxes, spicy soup, and Mianwo waiting for you to try! Tianshui's spicy hot soup comes in a wide variety, Haiying, Yuannv, Eden... there's always one to satisfy your taste buds! 💡Tips: 1️⃣For friends interested in Taoism, consider taking a detour to Xianlong Palace in Yusheng Lane, a small and tranquil Taoist temple that will make you linger. 2️⃣Maijishan Grottoes now have Lines 1 and 2 for visiting, remember to book special caves in advance! Line 1 and Line 2 each have their own features, choose according to personal interest.

🚄 Departing from Xi'an, half a day in Qin'an In the spur-of-the-moment decision during the latter half of the May Day holiday, we embarked on a journey to Tianshui. We chose to stay in Qin'an, just a 15-minute high-speed train ride away from Tianshui. 🏨 Accommodation: Magnolia, offering shuttle service. 🍽️ Food recommendation: Li Li Spicy Noodles, Jiu Jiu Xiang Spicy Hot Pot. The next morning we arrived in Tianshui, and although we didn't fully indulge in the local cuisine and culture, it was worth a visit. 🎈 Tianshui Two-Day Tour 1⃣️ Qinzhou District In the morning, head to Yusheng Alley to taste Master Wu's Guagua/ Xiao Wu Crispy Pancakes/ Ye Ji Apricot Tea/ Crispy Potato Balls. These shops often have long queues, but the taste is worth the wait. Then visit the Fuxi Temple, along the way you can see the 'Little Potala Palace'. The entrance fee for Fuxi Temple is 20 yuan per person, adjacent to the Tianshui Museum. Next, visit the Yuquan Temple, which can be reached by bus🚌 or on foot, currently free of charge. For lunch, head to Guangming Alley to try Fang Ha Milk Tea, Fried Potato Chips, Three Sisters Spicy Skewers, Luo Ji Cool Skewers🍢. Personally, I find them tastier than spicy hot pot😋. Buy Gangu chili at a seasoning shop in the alley, worth a try. Afterward, tour the Hu's Residence, admire the ancient architecture, suitable for taking photos with ancient style. Then head to the Siheyuan to feel the bustling crowd, ending the day's journey with a stroll through the ancient city of Tianshui. 🌟 Tips: These attractions are not far from each other, we walked the entire way. Tianshui also offers shuttle bus services. For dinner, head to Maiji District, although the Fatty Fish restaurant was full, we tried a bowl of beef noodles at a nearby small shop, which was super delicious (Yuhuan Beef Noodles on Erma Road). 2⃣️ Maiji District 🏨 Accommodation: Maiji Hotel, convenient for visiting Maijishan Grottoes! For breakfast, you can have beef noodles at the nearby Squirrel's Home, and take away No. 31 noodle skins for lunch to enjoy at the scenic spot. Take the first bus (7:30) of Route 34 from the square opposite the hotel to Maijishan, the fare is 5 yuan per person. Get off at Maijishan Station, the tourist center is not the exit! Take a shuttle bus (15 yuan round trip) to the foot of the mountain, an 80 yuan ticket allows you to choose between Route 1/2 for the visit. After visiting the grottoes, take a minibus to Xianren Cliff (8 yuan per person), then take Route 37 to Jingtusi Temple. Jingtusi Temple feels very pure to me, a sacred place for practitioners. I deeply love it here, and the photo effects are excellent. After the tour, take Route 37 to Maiji Jiayuan to taste the long-awaited Fatty Fish, take the leftovers home, which taste even better after. In the evening, take the high-speed train back to Xi'an, returning home full of various flavors of yogurt, chili powder, and Fatty Fish. Thanks to the warm hospitality of the people of Tianshui, which opened a green channel for our pleasant journey. This passionate trip is unforgettable.

In Tianshui, this leisurely paced small city, the aroma of history and culture is overflowing🍃📖. Spending a lazy weekend here, exploring its profound charm, is definitely a treat✨. **Day-1:** In the morning, we couldn't wait to rush to Maijishan🏞️, the heart of Tianshui, worthy of our time to savor for most of the day. From a distance, the mountains look like waves, and the nearby plank roads are thrilling at every step. The thickness of history and the delicacy of art can be fully enjoyed here, especially for a traveler like me who is obsessed with sculptures and murals, time seems to stand still here⏳🖌️. The way to get there is simple and convenient, starting from Tianshui South Station, taking a taxi or a bus are good choices🚕🚌. I chose a path along Route 37, enjoying the scenery along the way, each step filled with surprises. In the afternoon, we strolled to the Tianshui Botanical Garden, which is located within Maijishan, but its unique ice waterfall landscape and the rare yew trees are unforgettable❄️🌲. Time seems to stretch here, each breath filled with the fragrance of nature. As night falls, we arrived at the locally famous Fatty Fish Hot Pot🍲, a paradise for food lovers. Despite the crowds, the unique taste made the wait worthwhile. The spicy and fresh fish meat dances on the tongue, leaving an unforgettable impression. At night, we walked through Tianshui Ancient City🌆, the night view was picturesque, and we gently walked past the Fuxi Temple, as if traveling through time and space, having a close encounter with history. **Day-2:** In the early morning, the special breakfast at Yusheng Alley awaited our exploration🥐🍜, each food item rich with local flavor, satisfying to the fullest. After a hearty meal, we visited the North and South Mansions🏡, experiencing the charm of a Ming Dynasty official's residence. Although the underground passage remained unexplored, the freely open mansion still conveyed a strong historical and cultural atmosphere. Next, the itinerary included the Fuxi Temple and the Tianshui Museum🏛️, with the ancient dragon and phoenix windows and the little red figures inside the temple, each detail touching. The fragrance of the blooming wintersweet added a special touch to the journey. In the afternoon, we chose a hotpot restaurant with a unique flavor🍲, which was memorable. Afterwards, we went to the Industrial Museum🏭, where the design was stunning, giving a deeper understanding of Tianshui's industrial development. Tianshui, this small city, with its unique rhythm and melody, tells stories of history📚. Every step seems to find its place in the river of time. From ancient temples to modern industrial relics, from the quiet botanical garden to the bustling streets, Tianshui shows the diverse and harmonious life of a city in its own way🌆🌿. Here, you can meet history in the morning light and converse with culture in the night. Every bite of authentic food, every deeply touching scenery, intoxicates🍲🌄. Tianshui is not just a simple travel destination, it's more like a container of stories, carrying countless travelers' dreams and memories🌈💼. When leaving, it's not only the beautiful scenery that comes to mind, but also the warm human touch encountered along the way. Tianshui's slow pace gives travelers enough time to savor the beauty of life and feel the charm of every detail✨. This journey is not just a cursory glance, but a purification of the soul. In this city, I found the long-lost tranquility and experienced the diversity of life. Tianshui, this name, will forever be etched in my memory📔❤️. I hope everyone who enters Tianshui can leave with a heart full of gains and emotions, just like I did. This is a place worth experiencing and feeling with your heart. In this fast-paced era, let's slow down and quietly feel the pulse of history with Tianshui, enjoying the warmth of life🚶‍♂️🍃.

The spicy hot pot of Tianshui has become explosively popular, even attracting 'southern little potatoes' from thousands of miles away to come and taste it. Since you're here, how can you miss these must-visit attractions? The picture shows the beautiful scenery of the ancient city of Tianshui. Below is a carefully arranged three-day tour itinerary: Day 1: Tianshui - Fuxi Temple - Hu's Residence - Tianshui City Museum - Nanguo Temple - Ancient City of Tianshui; Day 2: Tianshui - Maijishan - Xianrenya - Jingtusi; Day 3: Tianshui - Wushan Shuilian Cave - Lashao Temple - Gangu Daxiang Mountain. Introduction to Maijishan: Maijishan, this peak located at the western end of the Qinling Mountains, is not only a national scenic spot and a 5A-level tourist attraction but also a key national cultural heritage site. It is situated in the Xiaolong Mountain forest area of the eastern section of the Western Qinling Mountains and is named for its shape, which resembles a wheat stack. The mountain is 142 meters high, with a Sui Dynasty relic brick pagoda standing at the top, surrounded by ancient white pine trees. Carved into the cliffs are 209 caves spanning over 1600 years, containing 7866 clay and stone sculptures and more than 1300 square meters of murals, making the Maijishan Grottoes one of China's four major grottoes, hailed as the 'exhibition hall of Eastern sculpture'. Introduction to Fuxi Temple: Tianshui Fuxi Temple, also known as 'Taihao Palace', is a temple complex built during the Ming and Qing dynasties specifically for the worship of Fuxi, the cultural progenitor of the Chinese nation. It was founded in the 19th year of the Chenghua period of the Ming Dynasty (1483 AD) and covers a total area of 35,000 square meters. It is the most completely preserved and earliest temple dedicated to Fuxi in China, known as 'the First Temple of Huaxia'. It has been listed as a key national cultural heritage site and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. Introduction to Daxiang Mountain: Gangu Daxiang Mountain is located 2.5 kilometers southwest of the county seat of Gangu County, Tianshui City, Gansu Province, on the Wenqi Mountain at the western end of the Qinling Mountains. It is a key national cultural heritage site and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. It is an important cultural relic in the southeastern part of Gansu on the ancient Silk Road, combining the artistic charm of grottoes and ancient architecture. Introduction to Shuilian Cave: The Shuilian Cave Grottoes of Wushan were first built during the Later Qin period of the Sixteen Kingdoms and were constructed through the Northern Wei, Northern Zhou, Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, Song, and Yuan dynasties. The main attractions include Shuilian Cave, Lashao Temple, and Thousand Buddha Cave, all of which are key national cultural heritage sites. Shuilian Cave is located on the cliff on the east side of the axe-shaped Shifu Mountain, a natural arch cave about 50 meters long, 30 meters high, and 20 meters deep. During the rainy season, the spring water and rainwater from the top and walls of the cave converge and flow down, forming a waterfall like a string of pearls, hence the name Shuilian Cave.

YUQUAN TEMPLE 🌈Named for the 'Jade Spring' of the Yuan Dynasty. It boasts over 90 Taoist buildings and is known as the 'Number One Famous Temple in Southeastern Gansu'; Nanshan Scenic Area (Nanguo Temple) 🌈With a history of over a thousand years, it has been a favorite spot for poets and scholars throughout the ages. The great poet Du Fu wrote over 100 poems in praise of it during his visit. Tianshui Ancient City 🌈One of the largest and best-preserved residential courtyards from the Ming and Qing dynasties in the northwest region. It's better to go at night to see the night view. It's near the Fuxi Temple, and you can stay nearby at night and go directly to the Fuxi Temple the next day. An hour is enough Maijishan Grottoes 🌈Second only to the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, it is China's second-largest art cave and is known as the 'Eastern Art Sculpture Gallery'. It is one of the four major grottoes. The Maijishan area is the most worthwhile place to spend time. You can view from a distance and climb the plank road for a detailed appreciation. Generally, it takes about two hours, but if you like sculpture and mural art, time is not a limit. ⭐️Transportation: About 100 yuan by taxi from Tianshui South Station, or you can take a bus Maiji Never Night City: Intangible cultural heritage folk customs, performances, snacks, fruits, nearly 200 stalls, experience the local night market. Tianshui City Industrial Museum 🌈Features a science and technology experience hall, time corridor, and industrial history museum, providing insight into the industrial development of Tianshui. Maijishan Grottoes 🌈95 RMB per person for advance reservation includes the grotto scenic area + sightseeing car, and is known as one of China's four major grottoes along with the Mogao Caves, Longmen Grottoes, and Yungang Grottoes Maijishan Grottoes--Immortal Cliff 🌈This section has a direct bus for 50 RMB per person (including round-trip direct bus + Immortal Cliff ticket + scenic area sightseeing car) ⭐️It is really recommended to buy this as it is convenient and time-saving, and the scenery of Immortal Cliff is really good with very few tourists. It consists of three cliffs, five peaks, and six temples, mainly touring the three cliffs you can climb the mountain following the route 'West Cliff--East Cliff--South Cliff' without taking the same way back and not missing any scenery Tianshui Botanical Garden (inside Maijishan) 🌈Not considered a separate attraction, there are ice waterfalls in winter, which are still worth seeing. It takes about half an hour to walk in and out, and if you're looking at the ice waterfalls, it will take a bit longer. It's inside Maijishan and worth a visit. North and South Houses (Hu Family Ancestral Home) 🌈After breakfast, it's just a few steps away. This is the only remaining official residence from the Ming Dynasty in the northwest region. Because there are two parts, south and north, it is also called North and South Houses. The South House is larger, and the North is slightly smaller. There is an underground passage connecting the North and South Houses, but unfortunately, it was not open when we visited. This place is open to the public for free~ Behind the North and South Houses is the Temple of Literature, one and a half to two hours is enough Fuxi Temple and Tianshui Museum 🌈The entrance fee for Fuxi Temple is 20 RMB, and it is open for free at certain times. There is a large square in front of the gate, which is probably the place for holding grand ceremonies. The dragon and phoenix window inside is from the Ming Dynasty and is very exquisite. The little red figures used for blessings on the trees in the temple are also quite interesting. Behind the Fuxi Temple is the Tianshui Museum, which is free to visit and can be accessed directly.

📍Tianshui·Fuxi Temple (4A) 🔎Fuxi Temple, originally named Taihao Palace and commonly known as Renzong Temple, is one of the famous ancient architectural complexes in Northwest China. It was built during the Ming Dynasty and is the largest Fuxi sacrificial building complex in China. 🔸There is also a Fuxi Temple in Zhoukou, Henan, but there are differences between the two. The Fuxi Temple in Tianshui is because Emperor Xi's birthplace and cultural cradle are in Tianshui, while the one in Zhoukou, Henan, is Emperor Xi's mausoleum, also known as Taihao Mausoleum. It is said that Taihao Mausoleum has existed since the Spring and Autumn period.