2025 Tongguan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

Three Provinces in One Step | See the Millennium Epic of the Yellow River||| There are always places That make the words in history books suddenly take shape When the wind of the Yellow River blows through the two-thousand-year-old arrow holes At this moment, I drink the same river water as Chang'an The mountains and rivers are the curtain, and history is the prelude This weekend, go to Tongguan to be a "Guanzhong person" 🌄 💕Transportation: Self-driving is recommended. 💕🏯[Attraction Walking Guide] 1️⃣Yellow River Ancient Ferry: The Yellow River Ancient Ferry was an important transportation hub in the history of Tongguan, once bustling with merchants. Today, although the ferry's prosperity is no longer, you can still feel its unique charm. Standing by the ferry, watching the surging Yellow River, you can't help but think of the ancient poem: "The Yellow River rises far into the white clouds, a lonely city in the mountains." Here, you can also take a boat ride to admire the beauty of the Yellow River up close and feel the grandeur and magnificence of the mother river. 2️⃣Shuipo Lane: Stepping into Shuipo Lane is like traveling through a historical painting. The 836-meter-long lane, high in the east and low in the west, with a unique "V" shape design, has formed a distinctive "one river, two streets" water street pattern after years of baptism, which is a rare mountain water street landscape in the north. Walking in the alley, the ancient stone road underfoot, the Ming and Qing buildings on the side, every brick and stone, every carving, silently tells the stories of the past. 💕Food Must-eat two-piece set: Old Tongguan Roujiamo Duck Slice Soup Tongguan is really a place worth visiting! It has a profound historical and cultural heritage, magnificent natural scenery, and mouth-watering food. If you're worried about where to go for the holidays, why not take a walk in Tongguan? 💕Others: Other Tongguan attractions that I haven't had time to visit: Tongguan Ancient City, Tongguan Museum.

Tongguan is a place rich in history and culture, waiting for you to explore. Depart from Xi'an and take the double-decker tourist train Y800. Although most tickets are for lower-level seats, you can upgrade to upper-level seats if they are available. The train departs at around 9 am, so make sure you have enough time for breakfast. You will arrive at Tongguan Station at around 11 am. We recommend trying the local food in the county. Although Liangxiwa Roujiamo is not as good as the ones in Xi'an, the duck soup is unique and memorable. Itinerary: • Shuipo Lane: Step into the real Ming and Qing architecture and feel the ancient lifestyle. You can see the road up the mountain along the way, and you can walk or drive to the main part of the ancient city. • Tongguan Ancient City: The Bell Tower, Nuwa Square, and the Twelve Zodiac Square are all worth visiting. Feel the historical charm of the ancient city. The Tongguan Museum has four floors of exhibition halls. Although the interactive facilities are not in use, the exhibitions of history, war, folklore, and gold are still fascinating. • East City Tower and the Confluence of the Yellow and Wei Rivers: After going down the mountain, continue north. The East City Tower stands tall, and the spectacular view of the confluence of the Yellow and Wei Rivers is breathtaking. • Ancient Ferry and the Republic of China Railway Site: Continue to the river, and the ancient ferry is picturesque. The Republic of China railway site is hidden in a remote wasteland, mysterious and unpredictable. • Honglou Temple and Yuedu Scenic Area: Although you may not reach the top of Honglou Temple, the scenery of Yuedu Scenic Area is not to be missed. After half an hour of mountain road, the suspension bridge, viewing platform, plank road, and other attractions appear one by one. The Yellow River is surging on the north side, and the sunset under the Fengyi Tower is beautiful. Transportation Guide: • Non-self-driving tourists can take the tourist bus, taxi, or bus to the attractions. Most buses in Tongguan are free, but pay attention to the bus station time and route. • It is inconvenient to take a taxi in the ancient city, so it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance or take a bus back to the train station at the visitor center. Tips: • There are only two trains back to Xi'an in the evening, at 6 pm and 7 pm, so please plan your time accordingly. • When visiting the Republic of China railway site, please pay attention to safety and avoid deep exploration. Tongguan is a place worth savoring. Plan your Tongguan day tour and feel the unique charm of this ancient city!

|Explore a Historic Town II. Tongguan Ancient City is located at the junction of Shaanxi, Shanxi, and Henan provinces, where the Yellow, Wei, and Luo rivers meet. It is backed by the Qinling Mountains to the south, the Yellow River to the north, the Huashan Mountains to the west, and the western Henan Plain to the east. It has been the eastern gate of Guanzhong since ancient times, and many important battles have taken place here, such as the Battle of Tongguan between Cao Cao and Ma Chao, and the Battle of Tongguan during the An Lushan Rebellion. After years of construction, the ancient city has formed a unique military defense system and architectural style. Tongguan Ancient City was built in the second year of the Tang Dynasty, and there are few records of its construction in the annals. From its ruins, it can be seen that it starts from the west bank of Yuanwanggou in the east and extends westward through Chengbei Village to the east bank of Jingou. It is surrounded by ditches on the east and west sides, and the terrain is flat and wide. During the Northern and Southern Dynasties, Yuwen Tai defeated the Eastern Wei general Dou Tai here. Emperor Min of Zhou, Yuwen Jue, changed the name of Tongguan to "Tonggu Pass." Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Huashan North Station or a train to Tongguan Station, then take a bus or taxi to the ancient city. Tickets: 128 Food: We recommend the duck soup at Liangxiwa Roujiamo and Tongguan Roujiamo.

|Unique drainage street. This mysterious 800-meter-long alley is a living fossil of history. When the ancient city of Tongguan was swallowed by a reservoir, only this alley survived, like a tenacious "survivor" in the long river of history. This is due to the unique terrain design of the alley, with a natural drainage ditch in the middle of the road and high-rise houses on both sides. When it rains heavily, the water automatically flows away, perfectly interpreting what is called a "smart city." Shuipo Lane, which has been "operating" since the Ming and Qing Dynasties, has witnessed countless dynastic changes, and even Emperor Qianlong once left his footprints here. Kang Youwei once lived here briefly and left a poem, "The dragon flies and the phoenix dances, the wind comes to the moon," as if to say: Even if history is vicissitudes, I am still free and easy. The ancient well from the Tang Dynasty, which is still preserved today, even made Qianlong exclaim, "It is truly spiritual water," showing how amazing the water quality here is! Address: Nanjie Village, Qindong Town, Tongguan County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province Transportation: In Tongguan County, you can take a free bus to Tongguan Ancient City and the Yellow River Scenic Area.

|Key Fortress of the Three Qin Regions. The Tongguan Ancient Ferry is located at the big bend of the Yellow River. It has been an important place for people to interact and trade since ancient times. According to historical records, the Tongguan Ancient Ferry was an important place for cross-strait exchanges in ancient times. It is said that Nuwa created humans here, and Dayu also landed at the Tongguan Yellow River Ferry when he was controlling the floods. The Tongguan Ancient Ferry is also in a very unique geographical location, at the confluence of the Yellow, Wei, and Luo Rivers, and the Qinling and Zhongtiao Mountains are connected, forming the geographical advantage of the "key fortress of the Three Qin Regions" and the "throat of the four towns." This geographical advantage gave the Tongguan Ancient Ferry an important strategic position in history, making it a place that military strategists must fight for. King Tang of Shang crossed the Yellow River from Tongguan to attack the capital of Xia, Anyi, and King Mu of Zhou also crossed the Yellow River from here when he went on a southern tour. In the first year of the reign of Emperor Gaozu of Han (206 BC), a ship department was established to manage the water transportation of the Yellow and Wei Rivers, and the Tongguan Ancient Ferry was upgraded to an official ferry. In history, the Tongguan Ancient Ferry was a must-pass place for entering the Central Plains from the east and entering Guanzhong and the Western Regions from the west since the end of the Han Dynasty. It was the key fortress for entering and leaving the Three Qin Regions. Address: 200 meters west of Gudufang, Tongguan County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province Tickets: Free, ferry charges

🌈 Tongguan Ancient City is located at the junction of Shaanxi, Shanxi, and Henan provinces. ✨ The Yellow River, Weihe River, and Luohe River converge here. ✨ Standing in the ancient city, you can take in the magnificent scenery of the three rivers converging, with the grandeur of the Yellow River, the surging of the Weihe River, and the winding of the Luohe River intertwining. 〰️〰️〰️〰️ 🚏Tour route: Xi'an ➡️ Tongguan ➡️ Tongguan Ancient City ➡️ Shuipo Lane ➡️ Yue Du Pavilion Ten-Mile Gallery ➡️ Xi'an 〰️〰️〰️〰️ ✅ Visit Tongguan Ancient City You can first visit the Tongguan Museum to learn about the history and culture of Tongguan. Nuwa Square is the central area of the Tongguan Ancient City Scenic Area, and the Twelve Zodiac Square is lined with sculptures of the twelve zodiac signs, each with a different shape and lifelike. Climbing up the city tower, you can see the spectacular view of the Yellow River surging and rolling eastward. ✅ Check in at Shuipo Lane Shuipo Lane is only a few hundred meters away from the Tongguan Ancient City Scenic Area, and can be reached on foot from the main gate of the ancient city. The lane is V-shaped, high in the east and low in the west, forming a water street pattern of "one river and two streets." There are not many tourists, so you can feel the original atmosphere of the old street. ✅ Go to Yue Du Pavilion Ten-Mile Gallery An 18-kilometer-long scenic trail connects the Tongguan Yellow River Wetland Park and Tongguan Ancient City. It is the place where the "Five Mountains and Four Rivers" meet, where you can look up at Mount Hua and look down at the Yellow River, with spectacular scenery. Along the way, there are also attractions such as Xiaozhaizi Hehuan Square, the Anti-Japanese War trench site, the ancient city south gate site, and the Twelve Liancheng Beacon Tower site. 〰️〰️〰️〰️ 🍱 Local delicacies: 〽️ When you come to Tongguan, roujiamo is a must-try snack. Fat but not greasy, lean but not dry. Duck slice soup, beef and mutton paomo, "biangbiang" noodles, Qishan saozi noodles, soup dumplings, Qishan rolled noodles, mutton soup, gourd chicken, Yaozhou salty soup noodles, Heyang noodle flowers, etc.

It takes 2 hours to drive from Xi'an to Tongguan, Shaanxi, where Shaanxi, Shanxi, and Henan meet. The famous pass by the Yellow River is really amazing to me😮 -Tongguan is the east gate of Guanzhong and has always been a battleground for the military. It is the second of the top ten famous passes in China and is known as the "first pass". After Du Fu visited here, he also had the verse "The father-in-law looks at the important place, narrow and narrow to accommodate a single car. Hard work and long halberd, ten thousand ancient use of a man". 🌟Here you can visit the ancient city of Tongguan, feel the historical heaviness of the old city's bricks and tiles, stand at the highest point of the ancient city, look up and look far away, and look at the shock of the Yellow River coming from the sky. You can also cross the Fenglingdu Yellow River Bridge and feel the shock of the Yellow River at close range at the Fengling Ancient Crossing. I have to mention that the sunset of the Yellow River here is really beautiful‼️ If time permits, you must wait for the sunset, it is definitely worth it! 🌟Play tips If you are visiting the ancient city of Tongguan, if you are driving by yourself, you can drive the car all the way to the scenic spot. If you choose to walk, it is still quite tired to climb up🤣. The water slope alley in the ancient city is recommended to stroll around. The original residential buildings are well preserved and have a strong historical atmosphere. Help everyone avoid a Tongguan Roujiamo in the ancient city scenic spot, which is the one that came down from the statue of Nuwa. It is really disappointing. It is said to be fat and thin, but it is all fat and the taste is very ordinary. The overall construction of the ancient city scenic spot should not be completed yet, everyone does not need to have high expectations for the scenic spot, I personally think that the natural scenery by the Yellow River is still very good, if time permits, you can go to the Yellow River to watch the sunset, and it is also very beautiful to take pictures and check in!

|||Tongguan is located at the junction of Qin, Jin and Yu provinces, at the intersection of the Yellow River, Wei River and Luo River. This geographical location gives Tongguan a unique natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. The ancient city of Tongguan is a natural military fortress. It has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times. From the Eastern Han Dynasty until now, we have experienced many ups and downs, witnessed countless historical events, and carried the dreams and hopes of many people. 🚗 Transportation: It is recommended to drive by car, taxis are not easy to take, to Tongguan opposite Fengling Ferry, and further away the stork building is more convenient by car 🚝Public transportation: City Railway Xi'an Station to Tongguan Station, now there is no bus to Tongguan Ancient City, you can take the swim 3 route 🚌 in front of Tongguan Station to Yuedu Park, then walk the sightseeing corridor (Figure 4) or through the mountain From the village (Figure 5) to the ancient city of Tongguan, walk about 7 km, and you can see good natural scenery from the Qindong Town at the bottom of the mountain 🥢: Old Tongguan meat cake + Tongguan stew cake 18 dollars There are cruise ships and speedboats at Tongguan Ferry. The speedboats 🚤 can be matched for $40 each Tongguan Ancient City ⛩️ has not yet been completely built, the top floor of Tongguan Museum 🏯 can be visited, feel the thick history of Tongguan, 4 pm is not allowed to enter, behind the museum is Nuwa Square and business district Across the Yellow River Bridge is the Fengling Ferry where Yang Guo and Guo Xiang meet

During the holiday, I went to Hedong, Shanxi to explore one of the main birthplaces of the Chinese nation. It is the cradle of Chinese civilization, and the capital of the ancient Yao, Shun, and Yu dynasties were all located in Hedong. The ancient city of Tongguan is located near Chengbei Village, Yangjiazhuang, Gangkou Town, Tongguan County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. It is an ancient city site with a history and culture of thousands of years. The pictures are arranged in order: Boating Zen Master Tang Tower, Yongle Palace Wuji Hall, Yongle Palace Murals, Tang Dynasty Guangrenwang Temple, Tongguan Section of the Yellow River, Puji Temple, Tang Kaiyuan Iron Bull, Qiufeng Tower, Wanrong Feiyun Tower. Explore historical sites and learn more about Chinese culture.

Wow, friends, I just returned from an impromptu trip, and this time the destination was the Huazhu·Shanshui Leju Homestay at the foot of Mount Hua. It was so beautiful that it left me utterly enchanted! This homestay is located at the visitor center of the Mount Hua Scenic Area, making it super convenient. It's right next to the East Gate of Mount Hua, and only about 300 meters from the mountain climbing ticket checkpoint. There are many attractions nearby, such as Yuquan Courtyard, Xiyue Temple, and the ancient ferry crossing of the Yellow River at Tongguan. It's the perfect complement to a Mount Hua tour. The room facilities are top-notch, so clean that it's astonishing. Especially the hot water for showering, which is really hot, fast, and abundant. The experience is simply fantastic! Smart TV, air conditioning, free WiFi, 24-hour hot water, all the basic facilities are complete, and there's even a smart password door lock, which is really convenient and quick. As for food, the inn provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You must try the special potato chicken and the wild vegetables they pick, the taste is amazing and unforgettable. The owner is incredibly hospitable. We got up at 5 a.m. to prepare for the climb, and the owner, despite being sleepy, sent us to the hiking trailhead. It was so considerate! All the tickets, including the cable car tickets, can be arranged here, which is really convenient. In the morning, open the curtains, and you see green mountains, clear waters, white clouds, and blue skies. The beautiful scenery is like a fairyland. Sitting in the outdoor restaurant, you can directly see the mountain view, which is breathtakingly beautiful. There are free public parking spaces in front of the homestay, and the surrounding area has restaurants, night markets, supermarkets, pharmacies, and other supporting facilities, all within walking distance. It's really convenient. In short, Huazhu·Shanshui Leju Homestay is a fantastic homestay with a convenient location, complete facilities, attentive service, and stunning scenery. It's truly a place that makes you reluctant to leave. If you also want to visit Mount Hua, don't miss this homestay!

Tongguan Ancient City Scenic Area is located at the junction of the three provinces of Shaanxi, Shanxi, and Henan, where the Yellow, Wei, and Luo rivers converge. It is nestled south of the Qinling Mountains and north of the Yellow River, just a 15-minute drive from the Huashan Scenic Area. The scenic area is divided into several themed zones: the Nostalgic Market Theme Zone, the Phoenix Mountain Fortress Theme Zone, the Riverside Family Theme Zone, the Yuntongguan Han Culture Theme Zone, and the City Defense System Zone. Supporting infrastructure and related tourism facilities have been constructed, offering a variety of tourism projects including leisure tourism, homestay experiences, hot spring vacations, historical and cultural exhibitions, live performances, and water entertainment.

||!. Xi'an Surroundings | The Forgotten Yet Worthy Small City|||"The river flows south through the pass in the interior, rushing against the mountains of Tongguan, hence the name Tongguan." Tongguan is both a place name and the name of a pass, serving as the eastern gateway to the Guanzhong region. It has always been a strategic military location, known as the "Number One Pass" and praised for its beauty. It is a historical small city that is slowly being forgotten, and it is also the birthplace of the Tongguan Roujiamo. 🚗 About an hour's drive from Xi'an 📝 Travel route: Depart from Xi'an ➡️ Tongguan County Town near Heping Road (for food and drinks) ➡️ Yuedu Scenic Area ➡️ Shuipo Alley ➡️ Tongguan Ancient City ➡️ Tongguan Ancient Ferry 📍 Tongguan County Town: Mainly for eating and drinking 🥣 Lao Tongguan Liang Xiwa Roujiamo (Tongguan Main Store), this store was recommended to me by local friends and has a different taste from the Roujiamo found all over Xi'an. The bread is baked crispy, and the meat is very fragrant, with pure meat for only 7 yuan. I also tried the duck slice soup, which was very fresh and the meat tender. 🥣 Huangjia Banquet (Main Store) I ordered the stewed pancakes and crispy meat, which were served in large portions. The oil here is very fragrant, and actually, you could have a bowl of duck slice soup here too, but since we had already tried it, we didn't order it again. This store specializes in the Tongguan Eight Bowls, which looked very good, and you can even have them vacuum-packed into gift boxes to take away. We packed two portions to take back as gifts. 📍 Yuedu Scenic Area It's not very famous, and I wouldn't have known about this place if it weren't for a local recommendation, but once here, you realize its charm. The name "Yuedu" comes from "Five Mountains and Four Rivers." "Yue" refers to famous mountains, and "Du" to holy waters. In the land of China, this is the only place where one can look up to Mount Hua and overlook the Yellow River, hence the term "Yuedu facing each other" originates from here. An 18-kilometer scenic trail, if you're not keen on walking, you can directly go to Yuedu Pavilion, which is the central area of this scenic spot. On a clear day, you can see the Yellow River, but the weather was bad when we visited, so we could only vaguely see the Yellow River. It's recommended to visit in summer. 📍 Shuipo Alley Right next to Tongguan Ancient City, it's much more interesting than the ancient city itself. Mainly because this is the only remaining old street in Tongguan Ancient City, with over 600 years of history, still inhabited by residents. It's very different from the modern imitation ancient buildings, with fewer tourists, so it's not commercialized and very quiet. We watched the sunset here before leaving. 📍 Tongguan Ancient City Tongguan Ancient City is also considered a tourist attraction, but the historical ancient city was demolished due to the construction of the Sanmenxia Dam, so the current one is a reconstruction, and we didn't stay long. 📍 Tongguan Ancient Ferry Next to Tongguan Ancient City, you can see the Yellow River, and Yuncheng in Shanxi is just across the river.

Yang Zhen (59 AD - 124 AD), styled Boqi, was from Huayin, Hongnong (now Huayin, Shaanxi Province) during the Eastern Han Dynasty. He was born into a family of officials. His eight-generation ancestor Yang Xi and his great-grandfather Yang Chang were both marquises and prime ministers. His father, Yang Bao, was well-versed in the Ouyang Shangshu and was a master of his generation. He was studious since childhood, learned the Ouyang Shangshu, read widely, and was praised as the 'Confucius of Guanxi'. He served as the Inspector of Jingzhou, the Governor of Zhuo County, the Minister of Works, and the Grand Commandant. The wet nurse of Emperor An and the eunuch Fan Feng were extravagant and arrogant. He repeatedly remonstrated with them, but Fan Feng slandered him and he was dismissed from office and committed suicide. Yang Zhen was particularly intelligent and studious since he was a young boy. At that time, the study of the Classics in the present text was the orthodox position in officialdom and was very popular. In order to understand the profound meaning of the study of the Classics in the present text, he studied under Huan Yu and delved deeply into the Ouyang Shangshu. Huan Yu was one of the nine ministers of the court, the Grand Master of Ceremonies, in charge of ancestral temple rituals and the selection and examination of doctors. He had taught the Confucian classics to Emperor Zhang of Han and Emperor He of Han, and was a master of the classics with both prominent status and high academic prestige. Under Huan Yu's instruction, he was well-versed in the classics and read widely, delving deeply into all kinds of knowledge.

|Half-day tour of Tongguan, Weinan🪐. Half-day tour of Tongguan, Weinan🪐 🚗Transportation: Depart from Xi'an at 7 am and take the Lianhuo Expressway for about 2 hours. Get off the highway from Huayin and arrive at Tongguan County~ 🥯Food: Go straight to the recommended Liang Xiwa Roujiamo, taste the authentic Roujiamo and duck soup. The Roujiamo bread is very crispy, but there is not much meat, it is not so amazing, it is not recommended to go there specially~ After eating, we went to Tongguan Ancient City. It is about 10 kilometers away from the county. After arriving, it feels that the ancient city is under construction everywhere. The Tongguan Museum is worth a visit. There are a total of 4 floors. Those who are interested in the history of Tongguan must go~ Tongguan Ancient City and Tongguan Yellow River Ancient Ferry are very close. You can take a boat here. There are speedboats, yachts, and cruise ships to choose from. We took a yacht, 60 yuan/person, the whole journey is about half an hour. Close contact with the Yellow River, feel the wonders of nature at the junction of the Yellow River, Wei River, and Luo River!~ Recommendation index🌟🌟🌟 Not recommended for individual play, just on the way~