The scenery on both sides of the river in Hanzhong is as beautiful as a painting
📸Hanzhong is located in the southwest of Shaanxi Province, between the Qinling Mountains and the Bashan Mountains. The Han River runs through the city. It is known as the "Birthplace of the Han Family and the Treasure Bowl of China". This is an important birthplace of the culture of the Han and Three Kingdoms periods, where natural scenery and cultural history complement each other. The following is a detailed travel guide to Hanzhong to help you appreciate the charm of this famous city in southern Shaanxi. [Yeah]
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1. Recommended must-see attractions
1. History and Culture [FireBalloon]
- Hanzhong Museum (Ancient Han Terrace)
- Features: Liu Bang once stayed here, and the museum houses national treasures such as the "Shimen Thirteen Pieces" cliff carvings.
- Tickets: Free, ID card required to exchange tickets.
- The Altar of Worship
- Story: The place where Han Xin was appointed as a general. The inscriptions and sculptures in the park tell the history of the Chu-Han contention.
- Wuhou Tomb & Wuhou Temple (Mian County)**
- Highlights: Zhuge Liang's real burial place (Wuhou Tomb), towering ancient cypress trees in the temple, and a strong Three Kingdoms culture.
2. Natural scenery [Wedding] [Shrine]
- Liping National Forest Park
- Features: The secret place of Qinling Mountains, with beautiful red leaves, streams and stone forests, is best in autumn (October-November).
- Zibai Mountain National Forest Park
- How to play: Climb the mountain to escape the summer heat, explore Zhang Liang Temple (hidden place), the meadow on the top of the mountain is like a "sky garden".
- Shimen Plank Road
- Experience: Walk on the ancient plank road on the cliff, overlooking the Baohe Reservoir, and feel the history of "openly repairing the plank road and secretly crossing Chencang".
3. Rural areas
- Qingmuchuan Ancient Town
- Recommended reason: This century-old town at the junction of Shaanxi, Gansu and Sichuan is the prototype of the film "A Generation of Heroes". The old street buildings are well preserved.
- Rapeseed Flower Sea (Spring Only)
- Best viewing spots: Hanshan and Yangxian (ibis habitat), with the fields covered in golden yellow in mid-to-late March.
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2. Specialty Food Recommendations [Taro][MealCover]
1. Hanzhong Noodles
- Steamed with rice milk, served with bean sprouts and chili oil, refreshing and spicy. Well-known shop: Zhang Mingfu Noodles (Hantai District).
2. Vegetable Tofu
- Tofu cooked with Physalis and served with rice porridge is light and appetizing.
3. Walnut bun
- Crispy, sweet and a traditional snack in Hanzhong, great as a souvenir.
4. Others: rice noodles, canned chicken, and Baohe fresh fish (restaurants near Shimen Reservoir).
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3. Transportation Guide
- External transportation:
- [Airplane] Airplane: Hanzhong Chenggu Airport (with flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc.), the airport bus to the city center takes about 40 minutes.
- [HighSpeedRail] High-speed rail: Xi'an-Chengdu high-speed rail stops at Hanzhong Station. It takes about 1.5 hours from Xi'an to Hanzhong and about 2.5 hours from Chengdu to Hanzhong.
- Transportation in the city:
- [Tramcar] Public transportation covers the main urban area. As the scenic spots are scattered, it is recommended to charter a car or drive yourself (average daily rental fee is 200-300💰).
- [Bus] You can take the tourist through bus to Liping, Zibai Mountain and other scenic spots (departing from Hanzhong Bus Station).
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4. Accommodation Recommendations [Bed]
- City Center (Hantai District): Convenient for visiting the Ancient Hantai and Baijiangtan. Hanzhong Hongye Hotel is recommended.
- Ancient town/scenic area: You can choose homestays (such as Furen Inn) in Qingmuchuan, and there are wooden villas in Liping Scenic Area.
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5. Classic itinerary reference
- [Schoolbag] Two-day tour:
- Day 1: Ancient Han Terrace → General Worship Altar → Shimen Plank Road → Night Tour of Tianhan Street (Night View of Han River);
- Day 2: Liping National Forest Park (or Zibai Mountain) → Return.
- [Schoolbag] Three-day tour:
- Add Qingmuchuan Ancient Town (requires a separate day) or Wuhou Tomb/Ancestral Hall (half day in Mian County).
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6. Notes [TrafficLightLateral]
- Season selection:
- Enjoy the rape blossoms in spring (March-April), escape the heat in summer (June-August), and see the red leaves of Liping in autumn (October).
- Cultural Tips:
- The Wuhou Tomb/Ancestral Hall requires a solemn atmosphere and avoid making noise.
- Consumption level: Prices are relatively low, with an average daily budget of 150-250💰 per person (including tickets and transportation).
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[America] Hanzhong combines the "origin of Han culture" and the "beautiful Qinba landscape", making it suitable for travelers who love history and nature. If you have enough time, you can extend it to Xi'an (1.5 hours by high-speed rail) or Guangyuan, Sichuan (Jianmen Pass), connecting to more exciting destinations!