Things to do in Xixia

Henan's underrated 5A-level scenic spots feature geographical wonders and pristine forests, making them excellent summer retreats. They are suitable for those who enjoy tranquil landscapes and learn about geography, but not for those who are simply lazy, dislike long walks, or crave trendy nighttime lights.

The Shaanxi History Museum truly lives up to its reputation as a must-visit museum in Xi'an! The atmosphere is fantastic, and it's packed with national treasures. Free reservations make it excellent value. You can learn about a thousand years of history while viewing the artifacts. The staff are very attentive, and you'll gain a wealth of historical knowledge. A must-see when you're in Xi'an! 👍

The tour takes approximately 3.5 hours. From the visitor transfer center, take a sightseeing bus to Tanziling. After descending Tanziling, proceed to the 185 Park, where you can take an electric cart or walk. From the 185 Park, take a sightseeing bus to the Interception Memorial Park. Finally, take a sightseeing bus to the Miniature Landscape Park (the park's exit), concluding the tour.

As night falls, the Tang Dynasty Never Sleeping City is ablaze with lights. The Tang-style architecture, adorned with twinkling palace lanterns, creates a captivating atmosphere, as if transporting you back to the glorious Tang Dynasty capital of Chang'an. The streets offer engaging live performances, including interactive NPC activities with tumbler dolls, and tourists dressed in Hanfu (traditional Han clothing) are a common sight. Adjacent to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the pedestrian street exudes ancient charm and is bustling with activity. The only drawback is the large crowds, making some areas quite congested. Overall, the experience is fantastic, offering an immersive glimpse into the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty and making it well worth a visit.

The museum itself is nice, but the location is a bit hard to find. If you enter from the Small Wild Goose Pagoda entrance, there are very few signs along the way, and the opening hours are a bit short. There's almost nothing on the second floor; the main exhibits are on the basement level. If you're in a hurry, you can go to the basement first. The stairs are a bit ergonomically designed.

Our guide at the Luobo Museum, Mr. Pei, was excellent. He was considerate of the artifact display cases, reminding the children in our group and others to keep a safe distance to avoid obstructing photos or leaving handprints. His explanations were engaging and detailed, although latecomers sometimes interrupted him. Overall, it was a good experience, and we saw all the museum's treasures and popular artifacts within the limited time – definitely worth it.

The Henan Museum is very large and has a wide variety of exhibits. The guides are detailed and comprehensive, and they clearly explain the stories behind the artifacts. I highly recommend hiring a guide when you visit, as it's easy to rush through things on your own.

The scenery was beautiful, especially after the rain, like walking through a painting; the tour guide at the Three Gorges Dam was beautiful, had a lovely voice, and provided thorough explanations; the young man who accompanied us was professional, dedicated, and provided detailed explanations and made excellent arrangements! Highly recommended!

Teacher Tangtang's teaching is really excellent! 🤩🤩 I learned a lot from her throughout the course. She reminded me of my high school Chinese teacher, someone incredibly knowledgeable! ✌︎' ֊'🥳🥳🥳 In short, I really enjoyed it! 🥰🥰🥰

From Yuntaishan, we boarded a bus bound for Luoyang. The journey was long — more than four hours on the road. We left at 2:30 pm and only arrived close to 7:00 pm, which meant our first day in Luoyang was largely consumed by travel. That evening, drained from the ride, I managed only a brief visit to Yingtianmen, illuminated against the night sky.The following day was devoted entirely to two of Luoyang’s most iconic sites: the Longmen Grottoes and the White Horse Temple. After exploring the temple, we caught bus no. 58 directly to Luoyi Ancient City. By then, the hours of walking through grottoes and temple grounds had left us physically exhausted. Still, the ancient city welcomed us with free admission and a promise of cultural immersion.Dinner was taken at a basement food court along Minzhu Street. By the time we finished, night had fallen, and Luoyi Ancient City had transformed. The streets glittered with lanterns, music pulsed through the air, and the atmosphere was electric. Crowds gathered near the lake to watch 天女散花 — the “Fairy Scattering Flowers” dance performance — though we chose not to linger.Luoyi Ancient City (洛邑古城) remains one of China’s most authentic living historic districts. Here, 3,000 years of dynastic history — from the Zhou to the Ming — can still be felt in its preserved city walls, pagodas, canals, and performances. It is not simply a relic of the past, but a vibrant cultural stage where history and daily life coexist.