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Perfect for family trips - Baiyin Travel Guide | Discover the Hidden Gems of Longzhong, Embrace the Majesty and Poetry of Northwest China** --- ### 🌄 **Must-Visit Attractions** 1. **Yellow River Stone Forest National Geological Park** - **Highlights**: World-class wind-eroded landform wonder spanning 22 sq km with thousands of spectacular peaks, featured in the movie *The Myth*. - **Experiences**: ✅ Ride donkey carts through canyons to experience Northwest folk culture (recommended route: Laolongwan). ✅ Float on Yellow River sheepskin rafts for thrilling "shooting the rapids" adventure. ✅ Hike to observation decks for sunset views of "golden stone forests". - **Tips**: Allocate 4-5 hours; best in spring/autumn; sun protection essential in summer. 2. **Yongtai Ancient City (Turtle City)** - **Features**: Well-preserved Ming Dynasty military fortress with earthen walls and barbicans, a prime spot for astrophotography. - **Hidden Experiences**: 🌌 Summer night Milky Way viewing (tripod required). 🐫 Witness shepherds herding sheep into the city - a scene frozen in time. - **Transport**: ~25km from Jingtai County; recommend chartered car/self-drive. 3. **Faquan Temple Grottoes** - **Cultural Significance**: Cliffside grottoes dating back to Northern Wei Dynasty blending Buddhist, Taoist and Confucian elements. - **Notable Sights**: Tang Dynasty mural fragments, ancient 1000-year-old elm trees, April 8th lunar calendar temple fair. --- ### � **Hidden Gems** - **Shuichuan Wetland Park**: "Jiangnan of the Northwest" by the Yellow River with lotus ponds and birdwatching towers, ideal for camping. - **Tiaoshan Farm**: Vast pear orchards (April blooms) and sunflower fields (July-August), perfect for pastoral photography. - **Shoulu Mountain Forest Park**: Pristine 3300m-altitude forests for summer hikes, mushroom picking, and wild deer sightings. --- ### � **Baiyin Food Guide** - **Must-Try Trio**: 1. **Suanlanrou**: Copper-pot stewed pickled cabbage with pork belly, best with steamed buns (try Laozihao on Renmin Road). 2. **Yiwo Silk**: Crispy hand-pulled noodles - a Jingtai County intangible cultural heritage dish. 3. **Yellow River Honey Melon**: Ultra-sweet green-fleshed melons in season July-August. - **Night Market**: Wuyi Street Night Market (grilled lamb trotters, gray bean soup, milk-egg fermented glutinous rice). --- ### 📍 **Itinerary Suggestions** - **Classic 2-Day Trip**: **Day1**: Yellow River Stone Forest (full day) → Stay at Longwan Village homestay **Day2**: Yongtai Ancient City (morning) → Tiaoshan Farm (afternoon) → Return - **In-Depth 3-Day Trip**: Add Faquan Temple and Shuichuan Wetland for slow travel. --- ### ⚠️ **Travel Tips** - Climate: Large day-night temperature differences; pack jackets even in summer. - Transport: Attractions are scattered; recommend car rental/charter (Stone Forest to Ancient City ~1.5hr drive). - Cultural Note: Always ask permission before photographing Yongtai residents. --- **Baiyin - An Underrated Northwest Wonderland** Where the roaring Yellow River meets starry desert ruins, and spicy-sour flavors dance on your tongue. Pack your bags for a journey to touch the earth's raw beauty!