[2024 Anyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Yin Xu (Updated Sep)

Horse and Chariot pits, Yinxu ruins. An'Yang, Henan. Just wow! I have never seen before these things. Well, speaking without any emotions, these are unique artifacts. The excavations offer to take a look at chariots of royal family. There are also horse skeletons. It looks very impressive. That time the unlucky horses were buried together with other belongings during funereal of royal family member. The dignity of this place is real objects, not replicas, and it creates the atmosphere of mystery. I recommend to spend time to visit this place.

On the road: Anyang - Exploring the remains of the Shang Dynasty.

Leaving Handan and heading south to the first stop in Henan Province - Anyang, I have always wanted to explore the site where the Shang Dynasty ruins were discovered, so I decided to stay in Anyang for three days. On the first day, I visited the Yin Ruins Museum in the morning to learn about the history of the Shang Dynasty. After that, I drove to the Yin Ruins Park to see the archaeological remains and the tomb of Fu Hao. In the afternoon, I went to Yuanlin to visit Yuan Shikai's tomb. As it was only 3:30 pm when I left Yuanlin, I drove to Tianning Temple to see the thousand-year-old Wenfeng Pagoda. Parking at the scenic spots is 5 yuan for an unlimited time. On the second day, I drove to Linzhou to visit the Red Flag Canal Scenic Area. I first went to the Red Flag Canal Memorial Hall and the Fen Shui Gate Scenic Area, then drove to the Qingnian Cave Scenic Area, which is 23 kilometers away. There are shuttle buses between the scenic areas. There is a parking lot for self-driving, which costs 5 yuan for an unlimited time. On the third day, I drove to Tangyin, first to visit the Yili City where King Wen of Zhou deduced the Eight Trigrams, and then to visit the Yue Fei Temple, where I paid tribute to the loyal and patriotic general. I didn't go to the China Character Museum, leaving some thoughts and reasons to come again. In the afternoon, I went to the next stop, the capital of the Song Dynasty - Kaifeng.

Check in at the Anyang Yin Ruins Museum for a cultural and creative experience.

This year's must-visit museum~ Anyang Yin Ruins Museum Yin Ruins, the site of the late Shang Dynasty capital. After the fall of the Shang Dynasty, the capital gradually fell into disrepair and was buried underground, hence the name Yin Ruins. Reasons to visit the new Yin Ruins Museum 1. Ranked first in China's top 100 archaeological discoveries of the 20th century 2. Listed on the "World Cultural Heritage List" and "World Memory List" 3. The first national major thematic museum to present a panoramic view of Shang civilization, with an exhibition hall area of about 22,000 square meters 4. As an archaeological museum, you can see on-site archaeology that is being restored and displayed at the same time 5. Nearly 4,000 sets of cultural relics, more than 3/4 of which are making their debut The Yin Ruins Museum, shaped like a bronze tripod, is grand and simple. The oracle bone inscription "Da Yi Shang" above the gate shows the essence of Yin Shang civilization. "Exploring Shang Civilization": The archaeological process of Yin Ruins "Shang Dynasty Brief History Exhibition Hall": Historical context of the Shang Dynasty "Chariot and Horse Relics Exhibition": "The chariot is rolling, the horse is galloping"~ Chariot and horse burial pit - mature and complete chariot and horse technology and shocking backward burial culture

Magnolia Magic: A Serendipitous Encounter on the Way to Yinxu Museum

#chinatrip #100waysoftravel#flowerblossom #magnolia #Yinxu As we walked from the Yinxu Temple Ruins to the Yinxu Museum, we unexpectedly came across a vast and beautiful magnolia garden. Coming from a tropical country, it was our first time seeing so many magnolias in different colors. Even on a cloudy day, their elegance and beauty were undeniable. The magnolias filled the air with a delightful fragrance, but since they bloom high up on the trees, capturing them in photos was challenging. Nonetheless, their charm and scent left us utterly captivated. 💰Average Price per Person:Free😍

Day 5 - Yinxu Museum - Chinese Character Museum

The exterior of the museum is shaped like a 'ding' (ancient Chinese cauldron), symbolizing 'prosperous China, harmonious world.' Inside, there are basic exhibitions such as 'A Piece of Oracle Bone Shocks the World,' 'The Origin and Evolution of Chinese Characters,' and 'The History of Chinese Character Development,' as well as special exhibitions like 'Chinese Character Folklore' and 'The Forest of Character Books.' The museum boasts a rich collection of artifacts, including oracle bones, bronze inscriptions, bamboo slips, silk books, and steles, among various other forms of written records. The Yinxu Ruins Museum covers an area of 268 acres with a building scale of 51,000 square meters. It mainly includes exhibition halls such as the History of Yinxu Archaeological Excavation, Unearthed Relics Hall, History of Social Life in the Yin and Shang Dynasties Hall, Oracle Bone Hall, Jade Hall, Bronze Hall, and a Precision Archaeological Laboratory.

Anyang

One must visit the Yin Ruins at least once. "The mandate of heaven, the mysterious bird, descended to give birth to Shang." "From China's first ancient capital, the world looks eastward." "A piece of oracle bone astonishes the world, a square ding interprets the years." Here is the Yin Ruins of Anyang, where there are no gorgeous landscapes, but there is a profound and simple history

The Anyang Yin Ruins Museum's collection is dazzling

The Anyang Yin Ruins, a name that resounds through the history of Chinese archaeology, celebrated the grand opening of its new museum this February. It brings together a multitude of high-tech elements to display both new and old relics in a stunning manner. The new museum was designed by Academician He Jingtang of South China University of Technology. The building is shaped like an ancient tripod, with the characters for 'Great City of Shang' inscribed in oracle bone script above the entrance. Its exterior is a bronze curtain wall, highlighting bronze ware and oracle bone inscriptions as symbols of the Shang Dynasty civilization. The museum is packed with information, ranging from the brutal chariots and human sacrifice pits to the divination inscriptions on turtle shells and animal bones, and even the famous bronze artifacts unearthed from the tombs of King Wu Ding and Lady Fu Hao. Without proper study, it's hard to fully grasp. However, when we have a bowl of oracle bone script noodles at the museum or visit a restroom marked with oracle bone script, it feels as though we're integrating this profound history into our daily lives.

Yinxu Museum

Yinxu Museum is a relatively new museum in Anyang. It houses a portion of the thousands year old ancient oracle bones that Anyang is famous for. The museum showcases photographs and models of early excavations, bronze wares crafted from China's Shang dynasty, short animations of the evolution of the oracle bone inscriptions to the present Mandarin characters and many more exhibits. The entrance fee is a rather hefty 80 RMB. If you understand the Chinese language, I recommend forking out extra for a museum group tour or at the minimum, renting an audio guide. Oracle bone inscription has a long and fascinating history that is worth immersing oneself in for a couple of hours. Nearby, within walking distance, some tombs of significance and the Yinxu ruins can be explored. Getting There - From the high speed railway station Anyang Dong Zhan (安阳东站)，walk 500meters and wait at the street for bus 11 to go to Yinxu museum. The ride takes about 50mins. If you don't wish to wait, call for a cab using the Didi(滴滴车) app. Outside the train station, there will be hustlers getting you to take their cab but you should negotiate the fare. If you understand the Chinese language, I recommend forking out extra for a museum guide or at least rent an audio guide equipment.If you understand the Chinese language, I recommend forking out extra for a museum guide or at least rent an audio guide equipment. #yinxumuseum #anyang #henan #oraclebonesinscriptions #oraclebonescript

The Ruins of Yin—A Treasure Trove of Human Civilization

Anyang is one of the eight ancient capitals, and the Ruins of Yin are the remains of the late Shang Dynasty's capital, discovered at the beginning of the 20th century. Excavations began in 1928, located on both banks of the Huan River in the northwest suburbs of Anyang City, Henan Province. The Yin Ruins Museum houses a large collection of bronze artifacts, represented by the 'Simuwu Ding' and the 'Zun of the Square Kui Ox', as well as the astonishing chariot and horse burial pits.

Two-day tour of the Yin Ruins in Anyang

Arrived in Anyang at noon, checked into the Welcome Hotel, where Manager Zhang from the hotel's pick-up service is very familiar with the attractions and local snacks, and is very enthusiastic. After lunch on the same day, visited the Museum of Chinese Characters and hired a guide for 150 yuan, who provided a very detailed explanation. Had dinner at the Century Jubin Building in the evening, encountered a stove malfunction, and then switched to the Century Jiafeng, which is affordable and serves generous portions. The next morning, visited the Yin Ruins site, the Tomb of Lady Fu Hao, and the Yin Ruins Mausoleums. Many relics have been moved to the new museum of the Yin Ruins. To get from the site to the mausoleums, you need to take a shuttle bus that runs every hour, on a rugged road, and there are three museums at the Yin Ruins Mausoleums. There are also areas that are still being excavated. There are a few chaotic tricycle taxis at the entrance to the site. In the afternoon, visited the new museum of the Yin Ruins and hired a guide for 280 yuan, whose level of explanation still needs improvement. The new museum is very worth visiting multiple times, with many relics, a large area, and it's a bit tiring to walk around. The only downside is the view of the Ansteel plant area through the windows.

Travel through a thousand years, and dance to the rhythm of history with the Yin Ruins Museum

With the spring breeze on my face and the peach blossoms in full bloom, I have a date with the Yin Ruins Museum. Stepping into this hall of history, it feels as if I have traveled back to the distant Shang Dynasty era. Inside the museum, precious cultural relics quietly tell the stories of the past. The bronzes, jades, pottery, and more, all shimmer with the wisdom and craftsmanship of the ancients. As I stop to admire them, it's as if I can hear the breathing of history. Looking at the oracle bone inscriptions, it's as if I see the ancient people using writing to record life and pass on culture. Each character is full of vitality, allowing me to feel the profoundness and breadth of Chinese culture. The Yin Ruins Museum, a place where one's soul can be purified. Here, I feel the weight of history and the charm of culture. If you also love history and culture, why not come here for a visit, and dance to the rhythm of history with the ancients! Yin Ruins

More fun than Luoyang, and no less fascinating than the ancient capital of Kaifeng in Henan

You guessed it right, I am talking about Anyang in Henan. Anyang is the second batch of national historical and cultural cities, known throughout the country for the Yin Ruins, Oracle Bone Inscriptions, Fu Hao, and the Simuwu Ding. However, if you have never been to Anyang, you might have a stereotypical impression of it being dilapidated and backward. In fact, Anyang is very fun, with many attractions and delicacies worth visiting. In terms of everyday cafes, I recommend the one near Cangxiang Street. Although it doesn't look very impressive from the roadside, the courtyard inside is full of wisteria flowers, which are very beautiful. In terms of food, you can choose the time-honored Shengdelli to taste special delicacies such as fried blood cake, 'San Bu Zhan', and rice coated with a thick sauce. In addition, Anyang's snacks are also very distinctive, such as the ubiquitous 'Xian Lou Bian Fen Cai', paired with baked pancakes, the taste is simply amazing. In summary, Anyang is a place that is definitely worth visiting, whether it is for its historical culture or its culinary culture, it can leave a deep impression on people.

The lesser-known ideal city - Anyang

May Day is coming again! Avoiding the crowds is one of my principles when I travel. Standing in front of the map of China, I drew a circle in Henan, so here it is! Anyang, here we come! 🌟Highlights: 1. China's first oracle bone script, Yin Ruins, I have longed for it! 2. The newly discovered and opened to the public Cao Cao Mausoleum! 3. The ancient Tang Dynasty tower - Xiuding Temple Tower! 4. China's first text museum! 🏨Hotel environment: This time I stayed at Anyang Guesthouse. Recommended! Five-star facilities, three-star prices! It didn't even increase during the May Day period, more than 300 yuan, it's really conscientious! The hotel's location is also very good, not far from anywhere, about ten minutes by taxi to the high-speed rail station, 8 yuan. 👍Most recommended: The most recommended is the Yin Ruins! A piece of oracle bone shocked the world, here I saw the most oracle bone inscriptions, saw a lot of rare things in the tomb of Fu Hao, and the Shang Dynasty culture, definitely have a better understanding of our 5,000-year history. Be sure to ask for an explanation at the door, the official fee is 100 yuan. ✅Must experience: The Cao Cao Mausoleum is also worth seeing. When I went there, it had just opened, so there were not many people. It takes about an hour to take a taxi from the city, and the traffic is not very good during the period. The Cao Cao Mausoleum is very simple, making us sigh that a generation of heroes, in the end, is just a handful of loess. Second recommendation: Xiuding Temple Tower. This attraction is not very famous, and the location is very remote. We were on our way to Linzhou, just passing by, so we wanted to take a look. But it's really beautiful, very shocking. Each brick is exquisitely carved, and it is said that each brick is worth several million dollars. 🍽Food recommendation: Anyang is famous for its lamb noodles and blood sausages. We've tried them all, they're okay. ❤Reason for recommendation: Anyang is a quiet small city. But it has a deep historical and cultural heritage, and it's worth playing quietly for a few days. During popular seasons like Spring Festival, May Day, and National Day, feel free to rush to Anyang! Go and see our thousands of years of history! 🚉Transportation strategy: We took the high-speed rail to Anyang. Direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Anyang, 6 hours, it's okay!

Come to Anyang, visit the Yin Ruins National Archaeological Park

The Shang Dynasty, which is far away from this year, the ruins left by our ancestors, explore the ancient cultural relics of Henan, the most famous attraction in Anyang, is this 5A-level Yin Ruins National Archaeological Park, which began to excavate archaeology a hundred years ago, with a huge scale. As a scenic spot, what is presented to people is old, many places are being repaired, and what can be seen is only the tomb of Fu Hao, the oracle bone corridor, and other limited attractions. The museum has moved to a new site and has not yet opened, waiting for the next visit. At the exit, I happened to encounter the scenic spot shooting a New Year's blessing video, which is very joyful and festive.

安阳 An'Yang Henan. Yinxu Ruins Museum. Nowadays the gorgeous capital for several dynasties of the past is a small city in Henan province. Almost outside the city is located very interesting place, the excavations and museum of Yin dynasty. It is easy to get there by public transportation. The area includes several points of interest I will present later in my posts. It is very accurately planned and clean spot offering the big and rare collection of the artifacts illustrating being and beliefs if that epoch. Recommended for visiting. It requires about four hours.