Zhenbeibu Western Film Studio | Chinese Cinema Goes Global from Here

Zhenbeibu Western Film Studio is known as the "Hollywood of the East." Many classic films and TV shows such as "A Chinese Odyssey," "Red Sorghum," and "The Imperial Guards" were shot here, carrying countless people's memories and emotions related to film and television. This place features the rustic, original, and rugged Northwest style as its core characteristic, divided into three main areas: Ming City, Qing City, and Old Yinchuan Street. Whether you want to relive classic scenes from movies and TV dramas or enjoy the fun of costume role-playing, you can create unforgettable "in-character" moments here. Basic Information 📍 Location: East of National Highway 110, Zhenbeibu Town, Xixia District, Yinchuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. Simply navigate to "Zhenbeibu Western Film Studio" to get there. 💰 Ticket Price: 80 RMB per person ⏰ Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 2-3 hours 🗺️ Suggested Tour Route: Ming City (Moon Gate → Police Courtyard → Farming Tools Exhibition → Dingzhou Governor’s Mansion → Winery → Red Sorghum Scene → Tofu Workshop → Yellow River Ballad → Ruins Corridor → Hero Village → Martial Arts Arena → Changbanpo Street → Dragon Gate Inn → Matchmaking Platform) → Qing City (Fuan Street → Hundred Flowers Hall → Four Seas Inn → Flower Full Tower → Clinic → Bank → Tortoise Divination Stall → Embroidery Building → Zhang Jiliang Memorial Hall → Guanyin Pavilion → Ox Palace → Exhibition Hall → Bronze Mirror Corridor → Gaozi Pavilion → Spider Cave) → Old Yinchuan Street (Old Yinchuan Bus Station → Rain House → Treasure Photo Studio → Old Street Theme Hall → Ningxia Bank → Old Yinchuan Development Review Exhibition → Chengtian Temple Theater) 【Must-Visit Highlights】 🌙 Moon Gate: An iconic scene from "Red Sorghum." Climb the Moon Gate to overlook the entire Ming City with an excellent panoramic view. 🍺 Winery: Another important filming location for "Red Sorghum," featuring wood stoves, pottery jars, and wine signs that recreate the rugged and simple winemaking scene with a strong sense of history. ⛩️ Changbanpo Street: The street is dotted with ancient-style buildings such as escort agencies, inns, and tea stalls, vividly recreating the lively hustle and bustle of the old Jianghu marketplace. 🌊 Yellow River Ballad: Simple cave dwellings and a well with a pulley, combined with various farming tools, depict the authentic traditional farming life along the Yellow River. 🏠 Dragon Gate Inn: Flying eaves and bracket sets hidden in the yellow sand, wooden plaques and wine flags fluttering in the wind, warm light flickering inside, as if hiding stories of swords and chivalry. 💓 Qing City Gate Tower: The classic scene where Supreme Treasure and Zixia Fairy gaze at each other in "A Chinese Odyssey" was filmed here, full of nostalgic memories. 🌸 Hundred Flowers Hall: Featuring a unique Tibetan-style exterior, the hall continuously plays films shot at the Western Film Studio, perfect for a stop to watch. 🏠 Four Seas Inn: Wooden stairs and fluttering shop flags complement each other, as if you can hear the shouts of past knights and merchants, creating a strong immersive experience. 🐮 Ox Palace: The classic scene of the Bull Demon King kidnapping the bride in "A Chinese Odyssey" was filmed here, instantly bringing the plot to mind. 🕸️ Spider Cave: The cave is filled with spider web props and scattered skeleton decorations. In the dim light, it seems like a demon shadow flickers, full of mysterious atmosphere. 【Tips】 🌟 There is a direct shuttle bus from Yinchuan city to the scenic area. You can check the specific departure times, boarding locations, routes, and purchase tickets on the WeChat public account "Yinchuan Tourism Scenic Area Shuttle Bus." 🌟 The scenic area is mainly outdoors with strong UV exposure. Be sure to take sun protection measures. It is recommended to carry water and snacks in your bag to replenish energy in time. 🌟 Nearby the film studio are other attractions such as the Western Xia Tombs, Helan Mountain Rock Paintings, and Manpu Town. You can plan a combined tour route based on your time and interests.