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

Stepping into the Nihewan National Archaeological Site Park feels like entering a time tunnel. This site preserves ancient human relics dating back over a million years, showcasing stories of stone tools, fossilized bones, and ancient ecosystems. Under the sunlight, the layers of yellow earth outside the exhibition hall resemble the rings of the Earth, recording the passage of time. I quietly gaze at the stone fragments once held by our ancestors, imagining scenes of them kindling fire and building their lives. A gentle breeze carries the breath of antiquity, evoking a profound respect for the continuity of life. Nihewan is not just an archaeological site; it is a solemn lesson on the origins of humanity, reminding us that every inch of land beneath our feet holds an endless past.

There are plenty of pristine landscapes waiting for you to explore! Canyons and waterfalls 🌊, secret forest realms 🌳, rich ethnic customs 🎎 With a 250 yuan budget and 4 days, here’s an affordable and in-depth travel guide for you 👇 💰 Teaching you how to have the most fun trip with the least money! ✨【Trip Highlights】 ✔️ Check in at the stunning hiking trails of Yangyuan Grand Canyon ✔️ Get up close to the breathtaking waterfall clusters ✔️ Immerse yourself in the culture of northern ethnic minorities ✔️ Stay at local farmhouses throughout, eat authentic food and save money 🚏【4 Days 3 Nights Itinerary】 Day 1️⃣ County Town First Experience - Transport: Arrive at Yangyuan County by bus/train (ticket 50-80 yuan) - Must-visit: Yangyuan Museum (free admission!) - Nightlife: Explore the county night market, eat street snacks for just 5 yuan until full 🍢 - Accommodation: Cozy farmhouse stay (50 yuan/night) Day 2️⃣ Canyon Hiking Day - Transport: Carpool to the Grand Canyon (15 yuan per person) - Tickets: Only 10 yuan! Student ID discounts available - Activities: Stream tracing + waterfall viewing + picnic 🍎 (bring your own food to save more) - Tips: Wear non-slip shoes! Bring a power bank! Day 3️⃣ Waterfall and Forest Tour - Must-see: Three major waterfall clusters (some are free!) - Hidden activity: Light forest hiking 🚶‍♀️ - Picnic recommendation: Bring sandwiches and fruit - Photo spot: Great shots in front of the waterfalls 📸 Day 4️⃣ Folk Culture Day - Experience: Learn to make specialty noodles and grass weaving crafts - Souvenirs: Local specialties starting at 10 yuan - Return: Take the afternoon bus home 💵【Detailed Budget List】 Transport 100 + Accommodation 120 + Tickets 20 + Food 30 = Exactly 250! (Budget master mode activated 💪) ⚠️【Useful Tips】 1. Download offline maps in advance (weak signal in the mountains) 2. Bring enough power banks (you won’t stop taking photos) 3. Travel light (heavy luggage is the worst for hiking) 4. Pack some snacks (essential for energy boosts) This kind of budget travel experience is simply amazing! Spend little, enjoy big—Yangyuan is waiting for you to explore~ 🎉

Yangyuan International Hotel. Yangyuan is a small county town located in the Great Wall, 250 kilometers from Beijing, 140 kilometers from Zhangjiakou, and 90 kilometers from Datong. In other words, it's not close to major cities. However, Yangyuan is highly renowned, renowned nationwide for its processing and sale of scrap furs. Exiting the Yangyuan exit of the Xuanda Expressway and entering Yangyuan County 2 kilometers away, you'll find Yangyuan International Fur City, China's largest fur trading market. This massive building accounts for 80% of the country's scrap fur products sold nationwide, making it a leading market. Fur production and processing in Yangyuan has a long history. Since ancient times, this area has been a hub for nomadic and agricultural activities. Various furs from the grasslands were continuously transported here, processed by fur craftsmen, and then sold throughout the country and even around the world. Artisans working in this area are known as "Maomaojiang." Fur processing in Yangyuan has a long history, beginning in the Jin Dynasty and flourishing during the Qing Dynasty. Records of fur production can be found in the Ming and Qing dynasties. From the late Qing Dynasty to the 10th year of the Republic of China, the fur industry flourished, and the skills of the "Yangyuan fur craftsmen" of the time were renowned throughout the country. Their skills, which are highly inherited, involve processing the edges, heads, tails, and legs, then piecing together mink fur scraps in various patterns and colors. This craft has been passed down to this day. For centuries, it was the hard work of these fur craftsmen that transformed the remote town of Yangyuan into the birthplace of Chinese fur culture. Today, Yangyuan County has developed a large-scale industrial cluster, boasting several key fur-producing towns and specialized villages. There are over 1,100 registered fur companies and individual fur processing businesses in Yangyuan County, capable of processing over 1,000 tons of various fur materials annually. Their fur scrapping techniques have also been listed as provincial intangible cultural heritage.

Africa, a continent blessed with 335 magnificent national parks, and in the mere span of two weeks, we've had the privilege of exploring three of them. Now, you might find yourself pondering the inevitable question: what will we do once we've traversed all 335? It's a contemplation that tugs at the heartstrings, for the truth is, we never truly will. The allure of observing wildlife in their pristine natural habitats is an encounter that defies the bounds of time and repetition. In this moment, I beseech you to consider a profound plea, a humble proposition: let's collectively divert our gaze from the confines of zoos and the staged spectacles of circuses. Let us unite to break the shackles of this seemingly endless cycle. By choosing to prioritize ethical and responsible encounters with wildlife, we can contribute to their conservation and ensure that future generations have the privilege of witnessing these awe-inspiring creatures as they should be—unfettered and free.

To some, 'bush' might mean a former U.S. president, but it's also the African term for low trees with wide canopies. Today, we venture into the heart of the Kenyan bush in an open jeep, for some reason entirely open. You don't walk in the bush – you might get eaten. What's the most crucial element for a photo safari? Patience? A long lens? Guess again. The most crucial element is a determined ranger, the jeep's captain. We embarked on a safari with Kevin, and @finchhattons assured us he knows the area like the back of his hand. We settled into elevated rear seats – our rolling grandstand – and off we went. The jeep comes stocked with blankets and beer. Open jeeps are scorching during the day and frigid at night. Hippos can jump into open jeeps, and ostriches can lay eggs. "Why is the jeep so open?" we asked, eager to strike up a conversation. "It doesn't bother the animals," Kevin replied, lost in thought. A little way from the camp, we spotted magnificent rhinos, herds of antelopes, and a multitude of exotic birds… and then we drove in the opposite direction. "We're looking for lions now; they're hungry, so it's the perfect time!" the ranger explained. Turns out, very friendly lions live nearby. Lions that don't mind having breakfast with guests. Fortunately, not as guests ;) To be continued Would you dare to go on such a safari? Do you think we finally encountered lions?