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[2024 Weifang Attraction] Travel Guide for Weifang Kite Museum (Updated Oct)

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Address:

No. 66, Xingzheng Street, Kuiwen District, Weifang City

Opening times:

Opens at 09:00-16:30(Admission ends at 16:00)Open

Recommended sightseeing time:

1-2 hours

Phone:

0536-8251745,0536-8237313

History of kite-making...

Weifang is the home of kites and the intricate craft of designing and production. Therefore it is no surprise that it is also the home of the World Kite Museum. Once inside, you can be dazzled by the amazing array of different kites, not just locally produced, but also from other parts of the world. Discover the history of design and how to make them, and to the people who fly kites as a hobby. Learn about the kite festival, held each year here too! There are two floors to this museum and also a kite-making workshop for children to make their own. You can also buy kites here too as souvenirs, a great way to remember your time here. They can package and deliver the kites to anywhere in China. Get here by private car, taxi or bus. Around 10 minutes from the train station. #2023travelwish #tripblazers #mytripvlog

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Soaring Through History: A Colorful Journey at the Weifang Kite Museum

The Weifang Kite Museum, located in China’s "Kite Capital," is a vibrant tribute to the 2,000-year-old tradition of kite making and flying. With an expansive collection of kites, the museum features everything from historical Chinese designs to modern international creations. Visitors can marvel at intricately crafted kites, some resembling dragons, birds, and other mythical creatures, each showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship behind kite making. The museum also offers hands-on workshops where visitors can learn the techniques of kite construction and even fly their own creations. Its striking kite-shaped architecture symbolizes the harmony between tradition and innovation. The museum is a key attraction during the annual International Kite Festival, held in April, which draws enthusiasts from around the world. It's the ideal destination for anyone fascinated by the cultural and artistic significance of kites, blending history, creativity, and interactive fun for all ages. #100WaysOfTravel #china #weifang 📍Address: Weifang Kite Museum 💰Average Price per Person: Free

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Interesting attractions in Weifang, Shandong, World Kite Museum

Time: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays, last entry at 16:30) Address: No. 66, Xingzheng Street, Kuiwen District, Weifang City, Shandong Province The museum is free to enter, with on-site QR code registration, and ample slots available. The exhibition spans two floors, with a rich collection of kites, and the estimated visit time is 1-2 hours. Weifang is the hometown of kites, with 70% of the world's kites exported from here. April is the month of the Weifang International Kite Festival, and the museum houses award-winning works from past competitions, as well as introduces the characteristics and craftsmanship of various kite schools. Outside the museum, there is a kite square where you can test fly kites. The first-floor service desk and the second-floor cultural and creative store offer stamp collection, and the kite-shaped refrigerator magnets are very attractive. Follow the "Weifang Museum" public account for more information. (Registration path for entry: Weifang Museum public account ~ Weibo Service ~ Kite Museum Registration for Entry)

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The Kite Capital | Weifang Kite Museum

| Weifang Kite Museum. The Weifang World Kite Museum, proudly standing in China, is not only the premier large-scale kite culture hall in our country but also a model of large-scale kite museums globally. It began with meticulous planning in 1987, underwent two years of careful crafting, and splendidly opened in 1989, welcoming visitors from all over. This museum, covering an area of over 13,000 square meters with a building area of 8,100 square meters, has now been honored as a national AAA-level tourist attraction. Its unique architectural design has made it a brilliant landmark in the 'World Kite Capital.' The museum houses treasures of kite art from both China and abroad, along with rich related materials, dedicated to the comprehensive display and inheritance of kite culture. Through a variety of forms such as abundant kite artifacts, detailed historical materials, vivid photographs, profound textual explanations, exquisite paintings, realistic replicas, and stunning video footage, the Weifang World Kite Museum sketches out long scrolls of kite history. From its origins to development, from the kite art of various domestic schools to the exchange and collision of international kite cultures, and to the grand spectacle of the Weifang International Kite Festival, all showcase the unique artistic charm and infinite vitality of kite culture. Here, it is not only a treasure trove of kite culture but also an international exchange platform for spreading and promoting the essence of kite art.

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Reverse Tourism | These attractions are not to be missed

Take your kids on a reverse journey, and I want to recommend to you this treasure city that can turn the sky into the ocean. It is an underrated niche travel destination, a city where intangible cultural heritage is passed down and seen by the world. Here, we saw kites full of imagination with our kids, witnessed the craftsmanship of Chinese New Year paintings, and experienced both the comfort and fireworks of a northern small town and the charm of southern gardens. The ◎Fangzi Town, which has been made popular by travelers from the north and south, has also made the history of this mining town, which was occupied by Germany and Japan for nearly half a century, more widely known. This place is Weifang, the Kite Capital. I'm sharing our two-day parent-child travel itinerary with you. For sightseeing: If you only have a weekend, I suggest playing in the urban area of Weifang. Here is our route: Day1: ◎Weifang Kite Museum - ◎Shihuyuan Garden - Shihuyuan Cultural District - ◎Kuiwen Gate (Taihua Commercial Street) Day2: Yangjiabu Folk Culture Park - Fangzi Town - Fangzi Station - Weifang Kite Museum. You must book online in advance for the museum. The museum is not big but very exquisite, displaying the origin of kites, the craftsmanship, and even the characteristic kites from various countries. On the second floor, the cultural and creative workshop has many exquisitely made kite souvenirs that you can stamp. On the first floor, the kite workshop sells various types of kites, and you can fly kites in the square in front of the museum, which the kids love. Shihuyuan Garden is like a southern garden in the north. Because it occupies very little space, it was metaphorically called 'ten ink slabs', hence the name 'Shihuyuan'. In the Yanshanglou building, there are authentic stele inscriptions from calligraphers and painters like Zheng Banqiao and Jin Nong, and you can experience the tea culture of 'Tang fry and Song point'. In the Shihuyuan Cultural District, you can take your kids to see the production of New Year paintings, kites, and other intangible cultural heritages, and even experience them firsthand. There are also many snacks, Chaotian pot, and Hele are very complete. Shihuyuan has an underground parking lot, which is very convenient. Kuiwen Gate is located in the Taihua commercial area, right opposite the food street, where you can eat various snacks, and the night view is very beautiful. Yangjiabu Folk Culture Park, to be honest, is a bit desolate now. Some experience halls were not open when we went, but it is one of the few places that preserve and exhibit traditional handicraft intangible cultural heritage. You can see the origin and history of Chinese New Year paintings, kites, gourd crafts in the park, 50 RMB per person. Fangzi Town, after being made popular by travelers from the north and south, has attracted a lot of people to check in. But the town and the filming location are in two different places. In the town, you can see the German-style buildings left by the German army, 'Fangzi Museum' and 'Weifang First Station Chinese Workers Memorial Hall' are worth visiting. You can see the huge contrast in the living environment of Chinese miners and the German army in the town during that era, reminding us that history should not be forgotten. If you want to take photos of the same scenes as in the TV dramas and the railway tracks, you need to navigate to Fangzi Station, but now it is not allowed to enter the station, and the train station is still in operation, so be sure to pay attention to safety when taking photos. For food: In the urban area, I recommend the old Weixian food street, where you can eat authentic Chaotian pot and Weifang dishes. I haven't eaten the pastries from the old Weifang brand Hengshengzhai yet. In the evening, you can go to Taihua commercial street for snacks, and for breakfast, have a Weifang meat bun, recommended Wangji meat bun, thin-skinned and meaty, very delicious. Believe me, Weifang is a treasure city worth taking your kids to visit. This year's Kite Festival is on April 20th, why not bring your kids along.

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Weifang Kite Museum

It mainly features classical kites, and the ancient kites are indeed very beautiful. There are also some international kites, and the second floor has a digital interactive space. I feel that the exhibits and the exhibition could be further enriched. Visits require a reservation, which can be made directly at the entrance.

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Weifang One-Day Tour Guide

🥰😛Weifang One-Day Tour Guide Weifang One-Day Tour Guide.🍦⚖️⏳⚖️🍦 First, 🍄😛🍄the Weifang Kite Festival starts on April 19th every year and is held from April 20th to 21st. You can buy tickets online in advance, 🍄🪃🍄🪃initially for free, 🍦🚗and once those are gone, tickets will be charged for later. I bought mine for 30, ⏳🪃⏳🪃of course, you can also buy tickets on-site for 40. 🍦😛🍦😛Second is transportation, it takes one and a half hours and costs one yuan by bus from Weifang Station to the Kite Festival. 🍦🪃🍦🪃A taxi costs about 45, it's worth trying if you're in a group, and there are also traffic restrictions for cars. ⏳🚗⏳ Third, the Kite Festival venue is very large, so you need to look at the map, ⏳⚖️⏳😛and it's recommended to go in the morning, ⏳🚗⏳🚗as you can get a free kite in the morning with a limit of 200. 🫘🚗🫘Fourth, for lunch, you can try the local Weifang specialty, Chaotian Pot, and order pancakes separately. ⏳🚗⏳ Fifth, in the afternoon, you can visit the Weifang Kite Museum, 😛⏳⏳🚗and the small commodities wholesale market to buy kites as souvenirs. Sixth, then go to Shihu Garden. ⏳🚗⏳🚗 🍦⚖️Seventh, for dinner, you can go to Taihua

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Unique Kite Capital—The Cultural Heritage of Weifang

1. 🏠 Shihou Garden: Also known as Ding Family Garden. It covers an area of about 2000 square meters and is named 'Shihou Garden' because it occupies very little land, which people metaphorically describe as 'ten ink slabs'. It was built during the Ming Dynasty, with two floors, combining the characteristics of northern gardens and the features of southern gardens. The main attractions include: Sizhao Pavilion, Jiukou Bridge, Wenruzhou Pavilion, Yilan Pavilion, Shihou Thatched Cottage, Xiao Canglang Pavilion, Youlang, and Dragon Wall. The walls of Yanshanglou are inlaid with more than 90 genuine stele inscriptions of calligraphy and paintings by artists such as Zheng Banqiao and Jin Nong. Admission: 22/person 🌸 Free Admission Policy Children under 1.4 meters (excluding), active-duty military personnel, and seniors aged 70 and above with valid ID are admitted free of charge. 🌸 Discount Policy Children aged 6 (excluding) to 18 (excluding) or full-time primary, secondary, and college students (student ID required for entry) can purchase discounted tickets. 2. 🏠 World Kite Museum: The first professional kite art museum in the country. There are 12 exhibition halls of various sizes, with more than 1300 kite exhibits, ranging from the 'Luban Kite' of the 5th century BC to modern kites from China and abroad. Important collections include: Dragon Head Centipede Kite, Miniature Kite, Liangshan Heroes Kite, Praying Mantis Catching Cicada Kite, etc. 🌸 Free Admission 3. 🏠 Yangjiabu Folk Art Expo Garden: Yangjiabu is one of the main production areas of the three major woodblock New Year paintings in China. The park mainly includes: New Year Painting Gallery, Kite Making Gallery, Painting Gallery, Folklore Gallery, Ancient Shops Street, Folk Siheyuan, Children's Amusement Park, and more than a dozen other attractions. Admission: 40/person 🌸 Free Admission Policy Children 1.2 meters (inclusive) and below, seniors aged 70 (inclusive) and above, active-duty military personnel, and medical staff with valid ID are admitted free of charge. 🌸 Discount Policy Children between 1.2 meters (inclusive) and 1.4 meters (excluding), seniors between 60 (inclusive) and 69 (inclusive), and full-time primary, secondary, and college students with valid ID can purchase discounted tickets. 4. 🏠 Mengli Water Town Scenic Area: Dominated by Hui-style architecture, it has established a Confucian Academy, Film Museum, Ancient Han Cinema, Ancient Han Art Gallery, Zen Monastery, Tavern, Opera Stage, Wine Street, Light and Shadow Show, Tip of the Tongue Snack Street, Chuilian Tap Pool Square, and Ancient Han Homestay. 🌸 Free Admission 5. 🏠 Yuwangtai Temple: Formerly known as 'Wangtai', it was later named after the Yu Temple built on the platform. The temple houses deities such as the Jade Emperor, Hu Santaiye, and the Three Immortal Maidens, which are said to be very efficacious. 🌸 Free Admission 6. 🏠 Fuyan Mountain Scenic Area: Named Fuyan Mountain because the mist lingers and floats above the mountain. There are many cultural relics on Fuyan Mountain, including Lutai Academy, Busheng Spring, Xiuzhen View, Murong Chao's Former Residence, and Gongsun Hong's Former Residence. On the mountain, there are Fuyan Pavilion, Xijian Thatched Cottage, Yongcui Pavilion, Woyun Platform, Chaoyang View, Gongsun Hong's Tomb, Lutai Academy, and other historical sites. Admission: 29.9/person 🌸 Free Admission Policy Children under 1.2 meters, active (retired) military personnel, seniors over 60 years old, and disabled persons with valid ID are admitted free of charge 🌸 Discount Policy Primary, secondary, and college students with a student ID can purchase discounted tickets. 7. 🏠 Guizhen Garden: A classical Chinese garden that integrates the styles of northern and southern gardens. The garden's landscapes include: Green Shade Hall, Deep Thousand Feet Pool, Ming Lake and North Mountain, Moonlit Smoke Morning, Orchid Boat, Moon Scooping by the Stream, Water Pavilion and Idle Clouds Wild Crane Tower, Qin Tai Villa, Peach Blossom Village, Tianxiang Courtyard, Peony Garden, Ten Li Mountain Pond, etc. 🌸 Free Admission

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Everything that can be painted can reach the sky: Weifang World Kite Museum

Kite, known as 'paper kite' in northern China and 'hawk' in southern China, is one of the traditional Chinese folk handicrafts. The term 'kite' probably began in the Five Dynasties period. Chen Yi of the Ming Dynasty recorded in 'Inquiry into the Records·Kite': 'Li Ye of the Five Dynasties made paper kites in the palace, playing with the wind by pulling the line. Later, he made a flute with bamboo at the head of the kite, so that the wind entered the bamboo, like a zither, hence the name kite'. The Weifang World Kite Museum is a landmark building of the 'Kite Capital', aimed at collecting and displaying kite treasures and related materials from ancient and modern times at home and abroad. It is the first large-scale kite museum in China, with a building area of 8100 square meters. The roof of the museum is laid out according to the shape of the dragon head centipede kite, with exaggerated slopes, rising and falling, unique style, and the reflection of the peacock blue glazed tile surface, from a distance, it looks like a dragon flying in the blue sky. At the entrance of the museum stands a sculpture of Lu Ban. According to folk tales, he split bamboo, smoothed it and bent it with fire based on Mozi's design ideas, and made the kite as we know it today, and is considered the ancestor of today's kites. As soon as you enter the exhibition hall, you will feel a different response. You can see many large kites on display here, with dragons and phoenixes, the four beauties, the eight immortals crossing the sea... The traditional Chinese folk art images can all be expressed through the form of kites, and the materials can be said to be very extensive. The museum's traditional kites can be divided into five major categories according to their shape and structure: string, board, soft wing, three-dimensional (barrel). The museum has seven exhibition halls and a multi-purpose hall, with detailed kite materials, photos, texts, paintings, replicas, etc., fully displaying the history, modern, international and extended culture of kites, fully reflecting the unique artistic charm of the splendid culture of the Chinese nation, and becoming an art exchange center for spreading and promoting kite culture.

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Kite Capital of the World | Weifang Kite Museum

Weifang World Kite Museum is located at No. 66 Administrative Street, Kuiwen District, Weifang City, Shandong Province. It was officially completed and opened to the public on April 1, 1989. In November 2003, it was under the management of Weifang City Tourism Bureau. It is the first professional kite art museum in the country. The Weifang World Kite Museum covers a total area of 13,000 square meters, with a total construction area of 8,100 square meters. There are 12 exhibition halls of various sizes in the museum, with more than 1,300 kite exhibits, showing various kites from the "Luban Kite" in the 5th century BC to the present, and fully demonstrating the historical culture, modern culture, international culture and extended culture of kites.

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