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Samuel McKay87Singapore

Hebei's hidden ancient city treasure! Only 200 RMB per person

! Discover a lesser-known but incredibly rich thousand-year-old ancient city✨ Right in Handan, Hebei — the Northern Song Dynasty's "Beijing Daming Prefecture"👑 Few people, beautiful scenery, and free admission, easily get stunning retro shots📸 🚗【Transportation Guide】 📍Location: Daming County, Handan City, Hebei Province 🕒Recommended visit: 1 day ✅High-speed train to Handan East Station, then carpool 70 km directly (120 RMB round trip per person) ✅Self-driving is more convenient, free parking available🅿️ 🌟【Highlights Itinerary】 🌞Morning: 1️⃣ Daming Prefecture Ming City Wall Ruins Park (free) - Touch the 600-year-old city wall - Check in at the same city tower as in "Water Margin"📷 2️⃣ Stone Carving Museum (free) - Entry with ID registration - Must-see 12-meter-high Song Dynasty Five Rites Stele⚡ Stunning! 🌮Noon: Walking street food guide is here✨ 45 RMB per person to eat until full👇 · Ermao Roast Chicken (must-try old brand🐔) · Guo Ba Fire Bake (crispy outside, tender inside, amazing😋) · Sesame Oil Sausage (local favorite🥓) 🌇Afternoon: 1️⃣ Confucian Temple (free) - Song Dynasty architecture with great atmosphere - Experience a free calligraphy initiation ceremony✍️ 2️⃣ Catholic Church (exterior) - Once the largest church in North China🕍 - Ruins vibe perfect for atmospheric photos 🛍️Souvenir Recommendations: Sesame oil, roast chicken, fire bake gift boxes Reasonably priced and honest👍 💰【Money-saving Tips】 Transportation 120 + Food 45 + Free admission 0 Just over 200 RMB to explore the thousand-year-old city! The remaining 800 RMB is enough for 10 meals of Ermao roast chicken, haha 💡Tips: Best to visit from March to May Remember to bring sunscreen⛱️ Wearing Hanfu for photos makes for amazing shots!
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