Things to do in Zhangwu

I brought my two Border Collies. Before coming, I hesitated about whether to take the long way, but after the visit, I felt it was totally worth it. The staff and other visitors were very friendly. I've already recommended it to others on Xiaohongshu!

I visited the Marshal's Mansion in winter. The architecture had a Westernized European style and was very grand. The snowflakes were falling gently, making the whole mansion look very peaceful. The Tiger Hall and Miss Zhao Si's bedroom left a deep impression on me.

Upon arrival, head straight to the palace. Half a day is more than enough time to stroll around and take photos. I recommend the route: East Road → Central Road → West Road. The ginkgo corner on the West Road with its red walls is perfect for photos. 📷 Early November is a great time to visit as there aren't many people, allowing for a leisurely and comfortable walk.

The ancient city of Dulbi is also known as the "Screen City of Shengjing" and the Prince Jing's Palace. Duerbi City is a national AAA-level tourist attraction located in Wufeng Town, Zhangwu County, about 4 kilometers away from the county seat. According to historical records, in August of the second year of Chongde (1637), Huang Taiji ordered the construction of Duerbi City. After completion, it was renamed "Pingcheng" and Huang Taiji gave it two gate plaques: one is Anbian Gate and the other is Guangbian Gate. "Durbi" is Mongolian, which means "four directions" in Chinese. The city was an ideal place to gather the surrendered Mongolian armies to attack the Ming Dynasty and conquer the Mongolian Khan Ligdan Khan. It was also an important city for defending against Mongolian invasions from outside the border. Huang Taiji called it the "key to the entire Liao Dynasty."

There were so many people and tourists that I didn't have time to take in many things. It's like a low-end version of the Forbidden City in Beijing. Many of the artifacts on display were discarded from the Forbidden City. Some rooms were off-limits, so people crowded around the entrances to take photos. There was no lighting inside, so the photos didn't look great. The architecture is still quite distinctive.

Daqinggou is located in Fuxin City, Liaoning Province. It's a famous tourist attraction in Fuxin City, Liaoning Province. Many tourists visit Daqinggou every day. It's truly beautiful. I'd love to come back again.

The scenery at Jingyuetan is truly beautiful. The scenic area offers a lakeside sightseeing bus that allows you to hop on and off at major attractions. Walking around and exploring is quite pleasant, and if you get tired, you can take the bus to the next spot. Public transportation to Jingyuetan is also convenient; it's directly accessible by Metro Line 3, and you can reach the site by simply crossing the overpass after exiting the metro.

I spent a day in Shenyang and booked an in-depth guided tour of the museum as soon as I landed. The itinerary confirmation and meeting arrangements were incredibly smooth—truly befitting of the Provincial Museum! I'd always looked forward to visiting the first museum built after the founding of the People's Republic of China. This time, meeting Professor Ding, who guided me through the four main exhibition halls from an archaeological perspective, from the Neolithic Age to the Bronze Age, the Liao and Jin Dynasties, and then to the Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. To accommodate my time, he selected the most essential sections, explaining each important exhibit in detail and patiently answering my questions. He truly is a senior expert at the Provincial Museum; his perspective is quite different from the familiar Central Plains narrative logic, uniquely insightful, profound, and relatable. Shouldn't good historical learning be vivid and engaging? If I had the choice, following Professor Ding would definitely be the best option. Unfortunately, the calligraphy and painting gallery and the Ming and Qing porcelain gallery were closed for setup at that time, so I'll definitely come back another time.

This is a good place to visit in Changchun if you want to see the animals and evening show. It’s better to see the animals in morning hours and warm weather for sure. I was there in September, it was great. But unfortunately I didn’t have a chance to see all the animals (especially flamingos 🥲🥲🥲)because it was a bit late. The evening shows were fun, the actors were dressed beautifully! There are also several photo spots!

Overall, it's pretty good. Once you get there, you can rent a car. I didn't know how to drive at first, but with my years of driving experience, I learned quickly. This saves energy. You can download an app, locate yourself, and check out the attractions and waiting times. Boys might like the Dinosaur Extinction attraction, as well as some thrilling rides. Some attractions require separate fees, such as the Ice and Snow World and the Petting Zoo!