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Jiyuan, Henan|Explore the Sacred Site of the Ancient Four Rivers God’s Worship

Jidu Temple | Discover the Lost Ancient Famous River🌊 The name of this thousand-year-old city, Jiyuan in Henan, is no coincidence! Named after the source of the Ji River, this low-key small city hides a chapter of [river history]💦 Did you know? The current Ji River is just an inconspicuous stream, but in ancient times it was definitely a [top influencer in water management]🔥, ranked alongside the Yangtze, Yellow, and Huai Rivers as one of the [Four Rivers], with the prestige of flowing directly into the sea (now the Ji River dries up after reaching Shandong~) 📍Location: No. 1396 Jidu Road, Jiyuan City, Henan Province (Only a 15-minute drive from downtown, super convenient!) ⏰Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Recommended visit time: 1-2 hours) 📸Highlights: 1️⃣ Ancient cypress forest inside the temple, many trees over a thousand years old 2️⃣ The plaque reading "The World’s Number One Water God Temple" is truly impressive 3️⃣ Beihai Pool and Pearl Spring, considered sacred springs in ancient times 💡Travel Tips: ✔️ Can be combined with other attractions in Jiyuan for a full itinerary ✔️ Morning visits offer great lighting for photos ✔️ A must-visit for culture enthusiasts (Whisper: This is the story of the [lost famous river], history buffs will be thrilled!😍) (Check the Ji River map and you’ll find many place names starting with "Ji" are related to it~)
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Posted: Nov 23, 2025
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