Wei County, Hebei, is really fragrant in January and February, the winter flavor of the ancient city

🌈My dears👋, today I must talk to you about a super charming place in Hebei - Wei County! There are so many fun and interesting things here, it is definitely worth a visit! 1. Why must you go to Wei County? When many people talk about ancient buildings, the first thing that comes to mind is Shanxi. But in Wei County, Hebei Province, the density of ancient buildings is beyond imagination! As one of the "Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun", it has experienced thousands of years of wind and rain. The Khitan cavalry and the Mongolian iron hooves have left their marks here. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it became a bustling commercial place. Walking into Wei County is like diving into the long river of history, with stories everywhere📖 In the early Ming Dynasty, Wei County formed a unique "one village, one fort" pattern, and 800 ancient forts were built at the foot of the Great Wall. Although it has gone through the years, more than 300 of them are still preserved! In addition to the castle, there are also the magnificent Taihang Mountains, the fairy-tale-like sky grassland, and endless wooden buildings, Liao Dynasty ancient towers, and Ming and Qing Dynasty murals. It is simply a treasure trove of cultural and natural landscapes💎 2. How to play in three days and two nights Day 1: Encounter ancient charm and excitement In the morning, go to the Sakyamuni Temple, which is a wooden structure from the Yuan Dynasty. Every brick and tile reveals the texture of time. Standing in the temple, you can seem to hear the whispers of history. Then go to Nan'an Temple Pagoda. This exquisite Liao tower is like a silent guardian, witnessing the changes of time. Don't miss the Wanshan Tower next to it. Climb up and you will have a panoramic view of the Nan'an Temple Tower and the ancient city. The view is amazing👍 Go straight to Changping Warehouse in the afternoon to experience the charm of ancient warehousing culture. Then go to Lingyan Temple. The Ming Dynasty hip-and-gable roof architecture and the exquisite caisson will make you marvel at the exquisite craftsmanship of the ancients. The highlight of the evening is the Jade Emperor Pavilion, which is not only a masterpiece of Ming Dynasty architecture and murals, but you can also climb the city wall of Weixian Ancient City, feel the evening breeze, and imagine the prosperity of the past. After coming out of the Jade Emperor Pavilion, go to the Zhenwu Temple in Zachuanbao Village to feel the quaint charm of the small village. Day 2: A feast of culture and folklore In the morning, go to Gucheng Temple to admire the exquisite murals of the Ming Dynasty, where every stroke tells stories of the past. Then we came to Weizhou Museum, which treasures the historical memory of Wei County. A tour around it will give you a deeper understanding of this city. In the afternoon, we will go to Nuanquan Ancient Town, which is the most unique and best preserved of the 800 castles in ancient Weizhou. Take a stroll in the ancient town and experience the quaint streets and buildings. At night, you must not miss the tree flower performance 🎆 The boiling hot molten iron blooms into gorgeous "flowers" under the artist's splashing. The scene is shocking! Day 3: Explore the ancient castle and historical sites In the morning, go to Danhou Village to see the flagpoles and murals from the Qing Dynasty that remain in the dilapidated castle. Although the castle is a little mottled due to the passage of time, it also adds a bit of vicissitudes of beauty. Then go to Chongtai Temple to appreciate the exquisite murals from the Qing Dynasty and appreciate the unique charm of murals from different periods. In the afternoon, we went to the ancient building complex of Bubeibao, where the Yuquan Temple was quiet and solemn. Afterwards, we went to the ruins of Daiwang City to see the city wall of Dai State in the Spring and Autumn Period and feel the weight of history. The last stop is Xida Shenbao, where you can see the mountaintop castle under the sunset. The golden afterglow sprinkled on the castle is breathtakingly beautiful🌇 3. Practical travel tips 1. Route planning tool: I strongly recommend the mini program "Circle Travel". Enter the attractions you want to visit and you can generate a route with one click. Whether it is calculating the shortest distance or planning the best route, it can easily handle it, and can also customize personalized itineraries, which is simply a must-have for travel🧳 2. Don't miss the food: Weixian food is also very unique, such as Nuanquan Fentuo, Weixian Eight Bowls, and Tang Ma Ye, you must try them, which will definitely satisfy your taste buds😋 3. Accommodation options: If you like the hustle and bustle, you can live in the center of the county, which is convenient for travel and eating; if you want to experience the quaint atmosphere, the homestay in Nuanquan Ancient Town is a good choice, and you can also feel the tranquility of the ancient town at night. My dears, Wei County is really a treasure travel destination, with both profound history and culture and beautiful natural scenery. Hurry up and pack your bags for a spontaneous trip to Wei County. I believe you will fall in love with this place. Don’t forget to protect these precious cultural heritages during your trip so that they can continue to be beautiful!