Where to go in May? Xinyang Weekend Relaxation Roaming Guide!

Early summer has arrived Take advantage of the good weather Here’s a weekend roaming guide for Xinyang for you and your loved ones Spend the most relaxing weekend in the best season! 🌈 Xinyang Youth Camp Sleep in beautifully, hop on a bike, and follow the endless tree-lined paths to Xinyang’s “urban oasis” Youth Camp. This place is not only a trendy hangout for young people but also a joyful playground for families with children, and a peaceful stroll spot for the elderly. The camp features wide open free camping areas with lush green grass. Bring a tent and a picnic basket to build a mobile castle on the lawn. 🌟 While the kids run chasing kite strings, adults can enjoy a grown-up game at the egg roll tables—a cup of Xinyang Maojian tea paired with the music of ginkgo leaves dancing in the wind is just perfect. Play badminton, frisbee, chase the wind and sun, and enjoy close contact with nature right in the city center. The children’s playground on the east side of the camp is a paradise for kids. It features a romantic Ferris wheel, thrilling roller coaster, cool go-karts, and adorable merry-go-rounds. Mini grass slides and claw machines also let adults and kids alike rediscover their inner child. - 🌈 Youth Innovation Market The Maojian Market from the May Day holiday still lingers, and a special weekend Youth Innovation Market awaits your visit. The market gathers various handicrafts: paper-cutting, leaf carving, handmade calligraphy and painting, tie-dye, fabric dolls, cyber butterflies, exquisite lacquer fans, pyrography—you name it. 🌟 On weekends, the Leaf Carving Pavilion offers intangible cultural heritage handicraft workshops. Master Niu combines traditional paper-cutting and cyanotype with modern fashion. Through short videos, more people can see online the beauty of indigo blooming under the sunshine at the Youth Camp. 🌟 On mild days, a small Maojian ice cream is the perfect companion for roaming. Don’t miss the fun cultural and creative shops: Maojian Creative Store sketches Xinyang’s mountains and waters into postcards, turning the ripples of Nanwan Lake and the outlines of tea mountains into mail-able gifts. 🌟 Handmade silver jewelry offers you beauty and joy to carry with you. Pick a postcard stamped with a tea seal and send it to yourself ten years from now. Will you remember then: at this moment, standing in the fragrant tea breeze of Xinyang, feeling very happy? - 🌈 Jianshan Coffee Need a pick-me-up? Don’t miss Jianshan Coffee on the small hilltop of the camp! Behind the Ferris wheel, this white cottage is surrounded by greenery, its white walls lazily stretching under the sun. The marble-colored bar narrates coffee stories, and wooden tables and chairs create a warm atmosphere. The owner creatively designed every window of the café as a “landscape frame,” outlining natural paintings. 🌟 Order a hand-brewed coffee, listen to soft music, place a camping chair on the hilltop, and overlook the entire camp. The mountain breeze carries the coffee aroma, and the barista draws a golden arc with the hand-pour kettle. At this moment, the whole camp becomes the scenery in your cup. 🌟 Don’t forget to take a photo at the Xinyang Youth check-in wall; the mountain breeze can style your hair for free. After ordering coffee, you can also grab a meal at the nearby “Kaixi” restaurant. Music, mountain breeze, various snacks and fruits will satisfy your picky taste buds. When the food arrives, it’s worth letting the photo eat first. 🌟 In the evening, from here you can watch the camp’s occasional music and food carnival parties: sunset concerts, bonfire BBQs, folk singers with deep bass accompany your slightly tipsy evening breeze, enjoying the freedom to watch from afar or join in the fun. - 🌈 Maojian Hotel A short walk from the west side of the Youth Camp brings you to Maojian Hotel. This is a great place for a weekend trip to taste authentic Xinyang cuisine and enjoy comfortable accommodation. Visiting Maojian Hotel, how can you miss indulging in genuine Maojian tea? From the free tea station in the lobby to the smart systems in the rooms, the fresh aroma of Maojian tea follows you everywhere. 🌟 The hollow tea lounge on the third floor features a courtyard with pine trees, green vines, bamboo, tall and short trees, and a rockery with a clear pond, creating a mountain forest feeling indoors. Here, a cup of Maojian tea can bring the joy of “Who sits with me? The bright moon and fresh breeze.” 🌟 Maojian Hotel specializes in local Xinyang flavors. The restaurant offers a rich variety of dishes made with fresh local ingredients. The breakfast hall serves Xinyang’s signature hot dry noodles, beef soup instant noodles, pepper rice noodles, and small wontons, hiding the golden formula of Xinyang people’s breakfast. Maojian scrambled eggs are a must-try, not only transforming tea from a drink to an ingredient but also delivering a fragrant and unique taste. Local delicacies like Nanwan fish and stewed pork are not just names but a perfect match of good cooking skills and fresh seasonal ingredients. 🌟 Maojian Hotel is also a great place to enjoy a peaceful beauty sleep. The hotel’s soundproofing system ensures you have an undisturbed, sweet dream.