[2025 Handan Attraction] Travel Guide for Hui Che Alley (Updated Mar)

#chinatrip #handan #Huichealley #historical #historicalsite Walking through Hui Che Alley in Handan, I felt as if I had traveled back over two thousand years to the Warring States period. This narrow alley is steeped in history, named after the story of Lin Xiangru, a senior official of the Zhao State, who reportedly gave way to General Lian Po here, earning it the name "Hui Che Alley" (Turning Carriage Alley). Standing here, I can't help but imagine the time when Lian Po ordered his carriage to block the road three times, while Lin Xiangru, instead of arguing or asserting his power, chose to retreat and yield in this very alley. His tolerance and foresight became a model for future generations, placing the interests of the nation above all. Walking through this historic alley, I am deeply moved by the weight of history and the wisdom it imparts.

This year, I spent two days in Handan, Hebei Province during the Lunar New Year. It was an unforgettable experience. I set off from Beijing on New Year's Eve and arrived at Guangfu Ancient City in Yongnian, Handan after more than four hours. The ancient city is surrounded by water on all sides, which is rare for a northern city. After a tour of the city, I went to a hotel in the city center to spend New Year's Eve. On the morning of the first day of the new year, I went to the Xiangtangshan Grottoes. The ticket for the North Xiangtangshan Grottoes is CNY 60. I went to the digital museum first, and then climbed the mountain to the grottoes. Although I have been to the Yungang Grottoes in Datong and the Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang, the Xiangtangshan Grottoes are not as well preserved as the other two and are smaller in scale, but they are still very impressive. They are the swan song of the Northern Dynasty grottoes and the tomb of Gao Huan, the founding monarch of the Northern Qi Dynasty, with a desolate artistic conception. In the afternoon, I went to the Handan Road Historical Block in the city center, Huiche Lane, the birthplace of Qin Shi Huang, and the Congtai Terrace of King Wuling of Zhao. There were many people and it was very lively. I learned a lot about the historical stories of Handan. On the morning of the second day of the new year, I visited the Handan Museum, and in the afternoon, I went to Guangfu Ancient City in Yongnian again, changed into a battle robe to take photos, and enjoyed the night view, which was very beautiful. I was impressed by Handan, which has a long history and many historical sites. There are also other attractions nearby, such as the Yecheng Ruins and the Nuwa Palace, which I will visit next time. According to my plan, I went to Xinxiang, Henan Province that night. I will write about my trip to Xinxiang in the next article. Handan, Hebei

Handan. Huiche Alley Historical and Cultural Block is very close to Congtai Park and can be reached on foot. The first things that catch your eye are the Chuanrong Archway and the circular jade bi sculpture. I guess this is the He Shi Bi from the story 'Returning the Jade to Zhao'! Originally, Huiche Alley was planned to be the main destination for the evening, but upon entering, I found that many shops had been sealed and stopped operating (as shown in the last picture). Only a few shops were still open, and the whole street was deserted... After reading the notice on the seal, it seems that the scenic area is changing its operating property. Currently, the atmosphere lighting in the scenic area is only at the street entrance, and the rest of the area has only sporadic street lights. So, for those planning to visit Huiche Alley, be careful not to come too late. One reason is that the attractions along the way are not open at night (such as the Cixi Palace), and another is that given the current situation, it might only take ten to twenty minutes to walk through. Exiting from the other end of the alley, past the parking lot, is the Chengnan Night Market. As a place where almost every Chinese person knows the historical story took place, Huiche Alley has a solid foundation for cultural and tourism development. From the promotional information board at the street entrance, you can see that a lot of effort has been put into repairing and developing the historical block of Huiche Alley. Handan's geographical location is very advantageous, and the cultural and tourism department should carefully select a scenic area operating agency with development capabilities. Historical resources are just a backdrop; you can't just look at the exterior. The key is to have substance that keeps up with the times. It might even be worth considering integrating immersive interactive experience designs to reenact and bring to life the stories of Lian Po and Lin Xiangru today. The traditional model of leasing shops for cultural tourism is outdated. Only a more vibrant immersive experience economy can better attract people and stimulate the economy. Here's an idea—plan an experience theme called 'Finding Lian Po & Lin Xiangru' to make the cultural block's tour more than just monotonous snacks. Create a Warring States-themed costume travel photography block, which can both activate the scenic area's tourism economy and promote culture, educating through entertainment. The inclusion of NPCs in the scenic area can also solve some social employment issues. It seems like a win-win situation for the country and the people. With the cultural and tourism economy on the rise, Handan's cultural and tourism department should seize the opportunity. Looking forward to the near future when the new property management can bring new vitality to Huiche Alley~

Located in the Congtai District's inner city of Zhong Street Those interested can search for the origin of the name Huiche Alley Strolling through the ancient street, seeking history, and experiencing intangible cultural heritage The narrow streets are flanked by rows of ancient buildings, silently guarding this ancient land. Inside, there is also the South Gate Catholic Church A popular spot for photography and check-ins All are quite photogenic♛

Handan is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Hebei Province, located in the southern part of Hebei Province. It is a national historical and cultural city, an excellent tourism city in China, a national garden city, a national model city for supporting the military, and the capital of Chinese idiomatic expressions. As of July 2023, Handan administers 6 districts, 11 counties, and 1 county-level city. Some introductions are as follows: - Historical Culture: Handan is an ancient city with a history of nearly three thousand years and was the capital of the State of Zhao during the Warring States period. It is the birthplace and growth place of Qin Shi Huang, and also the site of the story 'Learning to Walk in Handan' from the Warring States period. - Tourism Resources: Handan boasts numerous scenic spots, such as Huiche Alley, Xuebu Bridge, and Congtai Park. Among them, the Wahuang Palace in She County is known as the 'Ancestral Temple of China' and is the largest and earliest ancient building dedicated to the worship of the ancient goddess Nüwa in China. - Economic Development: Handan is a heavy industrial city dominated by steel, coal, electricity, and building materials. It has large steel enterprises such as Handan Iron and Steel and Tiangang, and is also one of China's important cotton-producing areas and textile bases. - Transportation: Handan is the only mega-city at the junction of four provinces, bordering Shanxi, Shandong, and Henan provinces. It is an important transportation hub in North China, with complete transportation facilities including railways, highways, and aviation.