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Ankang Travel Guide [WorldMap] Ankang is located in the southern part of Shaanxi Province, in the Qinba Mountain Area. The Han River runs through the city, and it is known as the "Pearl of Qinba". This place has beautiful scenery and profound cultural heritage. It has both natural scenery and historical relics. It is an important tourist destination in southern Shaanxi. [Coke] --- 1. Basic Information - Location: Ankang City, Shaanxi Province - Best travel season: April to October (spring is full of flowers, summer is for summer vacation, autumn is full of colorful forests) - Transportation: - [HighSpeedRail] High-speed rail: Xi'an → Ankang (about 1.5 hours) - [CarFront] Self-driving: Xi'an → Baomao Expressway (about 3 hours) - [Airplane] Airplane: Ankang Fuqiang Airport (direct flights to some cities) --- 2. Recommended must-see attractions 1. Yinghu Scenic Area (4A-level scenic area) - Features: The largest artificial lake in Shaanxi, with beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains, and boat trips are available. - Recommended activities: boat trip, fishing, and climbing Cuiping Island and Jinluo Island. - 🎟️Tickets: [Seven][Zero] yuan (including ferry ticket) 2. Nangong Mountain (4A-level scenic spot) - [Glister] Features: Known as "the pure land in the clouds, the paradise on earth", with strange peaks and rocks, sea of ​​clouds and Buddha's light. - [Balloon] Recommended activities: hiking, glass plank road, and visiting Nangongshan Temple. - 🎟️Tickets: [One][Zero][Zero] yuan (including sightseeing bus) 3. Xiangxi Cave (4A-level scenic spot) - [Glister] Features: Taoist holy land, dense forests, clear streams, suitable for leisure hiking. - [Balloon] Recommended ways to play: mountain climbing, caving, and visiting Taoist temples. - 🎟️Tickets: [Four][Zero] Yuan 4. Zhongba Grand Canyon - [Glister] Features: Deep canyons and cascading waterfalls, suitable for tourists who like natural adventures. - [Balloon] Recommended activities: hiking, stream tracing, and waterfall viewing. - 🎟️Tickets: [Six][Zero] Yuan 5. Han River Night View & Anlan Tower - [Glister] Features: The lights on both sides of the Han River are bright. Anlan Tower is the landmark of Ankang. You can overlook the whole city from the top of the tower. - [Balloon] Recommended activities: Cruise along the Han River at night and take photos. - 🎟️Tickets: Free 6. Shuhe Ancient Town - [Glister] Features: A well-preserved ancient town from the Ming and Qing dynasties in southern Shaanxi, with a strong Han River wharf culture. - [Balloon] Recommended activities: stroll along the ancient streets, taste snacks, and visit guild halls. - 🎟️Tickets: Free --- 🍱3. Special food recommendations Ankang cuisine combines the flavors of southern Shaanxi and Sichuan and Chongqing. It is sour, spicy, fresh and delicious. Don’t miss it: 1. Steamed noodles (Ankang version of cold noodles, a must-try!) - Recommended shops: Ma's Steamed Noodles, Huang's Steamed Noodles 2. Ziyang Steamed Pot (a famous dish in southern Shaanxi, stewed chicken + pig's trotter + lotus root) 3. Hanjiang fish feast (Yinghu fish, yellow croaker, pickled fish) 4. Kangkangmo (sesame pancake, crispy and delicious) 5. Konjac tofu (local specialty, sour, spicy and refreshing) --- 🛌4. Accommodation recommendations - Comfortable hotels in the city: Ankang Mingjiang International Hotel, Ankang Ruizhi Tianlong Hotel - Yinghu Lake Surroundings: Yinghu Hotel (Lake View Room) - Near Nangong Mountain: Nangong Mountain B&B in Langao County --- [Trunk] 5. Itinerary suggestions 1-day tour [FireBalloon] (city + suburbs) - Morning: Xiangxi Cave - Afternoon: Ying Lake Cruise - Evening: Han River Night View + Anlan Building 2-3 Day Tour [FireBalloon] (In-depth Tour) - Day 1: Yeongho Lake → Hyanggye Cave → Han River Night View - Day 2: Nangong Mountain → Arashi River Rafting (Summer) - Day 3: Shuhe Ancient Town → Xunyang Tai Chi City --- 📌Six. Notes 1. The weather in the mountains is changeable, so it is recommended to bring rain gear and sunscreen. 2. Some attractions require walking, so please wear comfortable sports shoes. 3. Han River fish is delicious but be careful of the fish bones. 4. Respect local scenery, especially ancient towns and religious sites. --- [Congratulate] Ankang has both the majesty of the north and the elegance of the south, suitable for tourists who like natural scenery and cultural history. If you have enough time, you can also stop by Hanzhong or Xi'an to continue your trip! [Cheers]