[2025 Sanmenxia Attraction] Travel Guide for Shan Zhou Silo-Cave (Updated May)

Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard – Millennial Wisdom Below the Horizon, Epic of Life on the Loess Plateau [Folk House Wonders That Transcend Time] Digging soil to create courtyards and covering soil to create residences. Hidden on the loess plateau in western Henan are China's most magical folk houses – pit courtyards. Sunken six meters, surrounded on all four sides, the cave dwellings are warm in winter and cool in summer, and the courtyards are sheltered from the wind and gather energy. For thousands of years, people here have been able to "see trees but not villages, and enter villages without seeing houses," which can be called "Siheyuan below the horizon." [The Wisdom of Living in Harmony Between Man and Nature] No bricks or tiles are needed, and the terrain is cleverly used. The drainage system hides mysteries, and it is naturally wind-proof and earthquake-resistant. The door cave, stove cave, and granary cave have an orderly division of labor, with jujube trees and pomegranate trees growing in the courtyard, creating a self-sufficient farming picture. In 2011, this "cave dwelling" wisdom was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. [Living Yellow River Culture Museum] Listen to the crowing of chickens on the plateau in the morning, and watch the stars fall into the patio at night. The paper-cut window decorations are bright red, and the Henan Opera resounds through the top of the cave. Sit on the heated kang, eat ten bowls of dishes, experience the Shanzhou drum book, and touch the life temperature of the ancestors in the technique of hammering grass and printing patterns. 📌 Travel Tips 📍 Best experience locations: Miaoshang Village, Qucun, Shanzhou 🍲 Must-try: Pit Courtyard's special "Ten Bowl Feast", Shanzhou Zao Egg 📸 Photography spots: Aerial photography of patio courtyards, door cave silhouettes in the morning and evening light and shadow 🎟️ Recommended joint tour: Sanmenxia Swan Lake, Guo State Museum

🔥 "Sanmenxia isn't just Sanmenxia? This small city in Henan hides underground wonders even more spectacular than the Terracotta Army!😱" As a drone sweeps across the Loess Plateau, the camera suddenly captures a brightly lit scene beneath the surface—not a sci-fi movie, but a real "underground courtyard" village! Today, we'll unveil the mysteries of this pearl on the Yellow River. 🏞️Top 5 Must-See Attractions: 1️⃣ Swan Lake National Wetland Park: Every winter, tens of thousands of swans migrate from Siberia. On the snow-covered lake, these elegant white spirits will interact closely with you. It's a paradise for photography enthusiasts! The best viewing period is from December to February of the following year. 2️⃣ Guo State Museum: Unearthed from the tombs of Western Zhou Dynasty princes, the "world's first sword," a bronze and jade-handled iron sword, predates the Sword of Goujian by 200 years! Here, you can also touch the wheel hubs of chariots from the Shang and Zhou dynasties. 3️⃣ Shaanzhou Dizhikeng: Cave dwellings dug 8 meters below ground, a miracle of architecture that's warm in winter and cool in summer! Wander through the "underground labyrinth" adorned with red lanterns, and you might encounter a paper-cutting inheritor giving a live demonstration. 4️⃣ Hangu Pass: The true embodiment of "one man holds the pass, ten thousand cannot break through"! Standing by the Taiji Holy Lake where Lao Tzu wrote the Tao Te Ching, the sounds of war drums seem to echo through time. 5️⃣ Yellow River Dam: The first large-scale water conservancy project in New China. Stand on the viewing platform and experience the majestic "Yellow River's water comes from the sky." With a bit of luck, you might even see a rainbow spanning the canyon🌈 🗺️Three-Day In-Depth Itinerary: DAY 1: Swan Lake sunrise → Guo State Museum → Shaanzhou Old Street for mutton soup → Overnight stay at a Dizhikeng homestay DAY 2: Hangu Pass morning mist → Lao Tzu Cultural Park → Yellow River Danxia Canyon hike → Bonfire party DAY 3: Sanmenxia Dam → Yellow River rafting → Guo State Chariot Pit VR experience → Return trip 🏨Accommodation Guide: [Luxury] Swan Lake International Hotel (Lake view rooms 500+ RMB per person, floor-to-ceiling windows facing the swans) [Unique] Shaanzhou Dizhikeng Homestay (Warm in winter and cool in summer cave experience, 150 RMB per person including three meals) [Budget] Super 8 Hotel Huanghe Road Branch (Clean and convenient, 80 RMB per person, near the food street) ⚠️Hard-Learned Tips: 1️⃣ Wear waterproof boots to see the swans in winter! The greedy swans will chase corn kernels to the shore. 2️⃣ Navigation to Dizhikeng can be confusing. Look for the "village entrance" marked with yellow lanterns. 3️⃣ Must-try "Shaanzhou Ten Bowls Feast," but don't eat it in the scenic area! We recommend "Wang Ji Eight Bowls" in the old city. 4️⃣ It's recommended to hire a guide at Hangu Pass (80 RMB/hour), otherwise, you won't understand the military formations. 5️⃣ Choose the 4 pm slot for Yellow River rafting. The Mother River at sunset is breathtakingly beautiful. 💡"It turns out that the courtyard of every Dizhikeng hides the directional code of the Big Dipper!" When the 73-year-old caretaker revealed this secret, I finally understood the wisdom of survival on the Loess Plateau. This is not just a tourist spot, but a living geography textbook. 🎯Sanmenxia is like a glimpse into the Shan Hai Jing, with the cold sharpness of Western Zhou bronzes hidden underground and the pure romance of Siberian swans dancing above. A 3-day trip costs less than 1,000 RMB, but you'll gain an understanding of half of Chinese civilization. The most worthwhile hidden gem to unlock in 2024, waiting for you to decipher more secrets of the earth!🚀​

Sisters! The Qingming Festival holiday is here. Do you want to visit the mysterious Red Flag Canal, Guoliang Village, and the thrilling cliff-hanging highway? Don’t forget that there is also the internet-famous Laojun Mountain waiting for you to check in! Come and get this 6-day travel guide to Kaifeng and other places, which will take you to visit every special attraction! . 🚗Itinerary route: D1: Bianliang Song Dynasty Town Travel back to the Song Dynasty, savor the nightlife of the ancient capital Kaifeng, and feel the prosperity of a thousand years ago. D2: Red Flag Canal - China Film and Television Village Guoliang Village Explore the magnificence of the Red Flag Canal and appreciate the miracle of the artificial Milky Way. Then walk into Guoliang Village and experience the customs and culture of the film and television village, as if you were on the screen. D3: Yuntaishan Scenic Area Take a stroll in Yuntaishan, admire the unparalleled natural scenery, and enjoy the tranquility and comfort among the mountains and rivers. D4: White Horse Temple - Luoyi Ancient City - Longmen Grottoes Explore the origins of Buddhism in the White Horse Temple, feel the charm of the ancient capital in Luoyi Ancient City, and then go to the Longmen Grottoes to appreciate the treasures of stone carving art. D5: Shanzhou Dikengyuan - Laojun Mountain Scenic Area Explore the unique residential buildings in Shanzhou Dikanyuan, while Laojun Mountain takes you to appreciate the internet celebrity scenery and feel the magnificence and mystery of nature. D6: Shaolin Temple The trip to Shaolin Temple allowed us to experience the charm of Kung Fu and feel the unity of Zen and martial arts, which brought the journey to a perfect end. 🏯 . Must-see attractions: 📸 Longmen Grottoes: A thousand-year-old art treasure house waiting for you to explore, and the exquisite Buddha statues are shocking. Don't miss the Vairocana Buddha statue and the Twenty-four Portraits of Longmen, and feel the charm of sculpture art. 🌄 Laojun Mountain Scenic Area: Want to enjoy the sunrise over the sea of ​​clouds and experience Taoist culture? Just come here! Climb Laojun Mountain at night to start a mysterious adventure, overlooking the golden summit and taking in the beautiful scenery. 💦 Yuntaishan Scenic Area: With interlaced peaks and valleys, cascading waterfalls and flowing springs, the magnificent scenery of Yuntaishan is waiting for you to discover. Yuntai Waterfall, Hongshi Gorge, Tanpu Gorge and Zhuyu Peak, each attraction is fascinating. 🏯 Luoyi Ancient City: full of ancient charm and history. Come to Luoyi Ancient City, travel back to the Tang Dynasty, and experience an immersive and wonderful peony tour. Follow the Peony Fairy and the Four Heavenly Kings to embark on a wonderful journey. . Tips for visiting: 🎉 Customs and people: Kaifeng has a long history and culture. Respect local customs and experience the charm of the Song Dynasty capital. 📸 Photo-taking spots: Qingming Riverside Park, Longting Park, take endless photos! ✈️ Airport Transportation: Plan your route in advance and travel conveniently from the airport to the city. 🍜 Food suggestion: Don’t forget to try authentic snacks such as soup dumplings and fried jelly. 💡 Warm reminder: pay attention to weather changes and prepare rain gear and sunscreen. . Come to Kaifeng and other places to enjoy the historical customs. Ctrip group tours will take you around easily. Quality and fun are double guaranteed, waiting for you to experience!

Winter vacation is coming! Want to travel around Shanxi and Shaanxi? This 12-day travel guide to Mount Wutai will take you to both places, so don’t miss it! 🎉 -------------------- 📅Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Shanghai and arrive in Sanmenxia or Luoyang. Day 2-3: In Sanmenxia, ​​then go to Yuncheng to visit Puji Temple, Guanque Tower and Jiezhou Guandi Temple. Then head to Yunqiu Mountain and Hukou Waterfall. Day 4-5: Depart from Hukou Waterfall, visit Yucha Grand Canyon, then go to Jingbian, and then to Qikou Ancient Town. Day 6-7: After visiting the ancient town of Qikou, go to Wang Family Courtyard and Pingyao, then to Daixian and Datong. Day 8: Visit the Hanging Temple in Datong, then head to Mount Wutai and arrive in Xinzhou in the evening. Day 9-10: Depart from Xinzhou, visit Wuxiang and Pingshun, then head to Taihang Mountains and finally arrive in Jincheng. Day 11: After visiting Jincheng, head to Yangcheng and finally arrive in Zhengzhou. Day 12: End the pleasant journey and return to Shanghai. -------------------- Must-visit attractions: 🌟 Yungang Grottoes 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: No. 1, Yungang Town, Yungang District, Datong City, Shanxi Province ⏰Opening hours: November 1, 2024-June 16, 2025 08:30-16:30 🕰️Visiting time: 3-4 hours Yungang Grottoes integrates the artistic characteristics of ancient seals, the Western Regions and the Central Plains, and is a close combination of history and art. 🌟 Pingyao Ancient City 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Kangning Road, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province ⏰Opening hours: open all day 🕰️Visit duration: 1-2 days Pingyao Ancient City has a strong Shanxi merchant culture. The ancient city at night is even more charming, as if traveling through time and space back to the bustling ancient market. 🌟 Hukou Waterfall Tourist Area of ​​the Yellow River in Shanxi 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Yanhu Road, Hukou Town, Ji County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province ⏰Opening hours: November 1, 2024-March 31, 2025 08:00-17:00 🕰️Visit duration: 2-3 hours Hukou Waterfall of the Yellow River, the rolling river water falls from the sky, the sound of the slapping is like thunder, shocking the heart. 🌟 Jinci Museum 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ??Address: At the foot of Hengshan Mountain, southeast of Hunyuan County, Datong City ⏰Opening hours: 09:00-17:00, January 29-March 31 🕰️Visiting time: 2-4 hours Jinci Museum houses the three treasures of the Jin Dynasty ancestral temple, among which the four-beam and eight-pillar maid statues are particularly exquisite and should not be missed. 🌟 Hanging Temple 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ??Address: At the foot of Hengshan Mountain, southeast suburb of Hunyuan County, Datong City ⏰Opening hours: 08:00-16:00, January 24-February 28 🕰️Visiting time: 1-2 hours The Hanging Temple, a thousand-year-old temple, stands on the cliff, with well-arranged buildings and is extremely spectacular. It is a close combination of Buddhist architecture and nature. -------------------- Travel preparation: 👕 **Clothing**: Shanxi and Shaanxi have a big temperature difference between morning and evening, and Mount Wutai is even colder. Remember to bring down jackets, thermal underwear, and windproof jackets to keep you warm in the cold wind. 👟 **Shoe selection**: Travel shoes and hiking shoes are preferred. Mount Wutai has many steps, and good shoes will allow you to easily reach the top and enjoy the beautiful scenery. 🎒 **Carry-on backpack**: A must-have for hiking in Mount Wutai. It can easily carry your water bottle, snacks and camera to record beautiful moments at any time. 📙 **Have complete documents**: Don’t forget to bring your ID card, student ID and other special documents, you can save a lot of money on tickets! 💊 **Always-prepared medicines**: Carry cold medicine and gastrointestinal medicine with you. The climate in Wutai Mountain is changeable, so be prepared. 🕶️ **Sunscreen and rain protection**: Whether it is sunny or rainy, sunscreen and umbrella are essential, so you can have fun without fear of the scorching sun and raindrops! -------------------- The trip to Mount Wutai was filled with Buddha’s light, which cleansed my soul. I look forward to the next pilgrimage! 🙏✨

Planning a trip to Henan for the Lunar New Year? Here's a 6-day itinerary for Xiuwu, Henan to help you make the most of your trip! 🎉🧧 / 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Bianliang Songcheng Experience the nightlife and authentic cuisine of Kaifeng at Bianliang Songcheng and enjoy the evening ambiance of the ancient capital. Day 2: Red Flag Canal -> China Film Village -> Guoliang Village Visit the Red Flag Canal and marvel at the grandeur of the artificial river. Then head to Guoliang Village and explore the history and scenery of China Film Village. Day 3: Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area Spend the day exploring Yuntai Mountain and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the mountains and rivers. Day 4: White Horse Temple -> Luoyi Ancient City -> Longmen Grottoes Start at the ancient White Horse Temple and experience the rich Buddhist culture. Stroll through Luoyi Ancient City and feel the weight of history. Finally, head to the Longmen Grottoes and admire the charm of the thousand-year-old stone carvings. Day 5: Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard -> Laojun Mountain Scenic Area Visit the unique Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard and experience the unique pit architecture. Then head to Laojun Mountain, climb the mountain, and enjoy the view of the mysterious and solemn Taoist holy land. Day 6: Shaolin Temple On the last day, visit Shaolin Temple and experience the charm of the home of martial arts and the profound Zen and martial arts culture. End your wonderful trip to Henan! 🎉 / Must-visit attractions: Longmen Grottoes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: No. 13 Longmen Middle Street, Luolong District, Luoyang, Henan - Opening hours: Jan 28–Feb 4, 08:00–20:00 - Duration: 3–5 hours - A thousand-year-old art treasure trove, the exquisite Buddha statues here will surely amaze you. Laojun Mountain Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Group 21, Qiliping Village, Luanchuan County, Luoyang, Henan - Opening hours: Open all day - Duration: 1–2 days - Climb Laojun Mountain, enjoy the sea of clouds and sunrise, and experience the charm of Taoist culture. Shaolin Temple ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Songshan Shaolin Scenic Area, G207, Dengfeng, Zhengzhou, Henan - Opening hours: 07:00–17:00 - Duration: 2–4 hours - Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and martial arts. It's definitely worth a visit to practice martial arts and pray for blessings. / Packing list: 👚 **Clothing**: Down jacket, thermal underwear, scarf, and gloves to keep warm and stylish. 👟 **Shoes**: Non-slip, warm snow boots to prevent slipping. 🎒 **Backpack**: A suitable backpack to carry all your essentials. 📷 **Camera**: Capture beautiful moments and memories of your trip. 💳 **ID**: ID card and other valid IDs for peace of mind. 💊 **Medicine**: Cold medicine and stomach medicine, just in case. 🔋 **Chargers**: Power bank and charging cable to keep your phone charged. / Visit Xiuwu, Henan and more to enjoy the beautiful scenery and culture of the Central Plains and make your trip full of stories and memories!

Hey guys, here's a 6-day tour of Xiuwu, Henan, covering all the major attractions! Check out this super useful guide and start your journey to Henan now! -- 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Bianliang Songcheng Travel back to the Song Dynasty and experience the charm and style of the ancient capital. Day 2: Hongqi Canal - Zhonghua Film and Television Village - Guoliang Village Admire the man-made miracle of the Hongqi Canal, visit the film and television village of Guoliang, and experience the unique charm of the Taihang Mountains. Day 3: Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area Visit Yuntai Mountain and enjoy the magnificence and mystery of nature. Day 4: White Horse Temple - Luoyi Ancient City - Longmen Grottoes Visit the White Horse Temple, the ancestral home of Buddhism, stroll through Luoyi Ancient City, and finally admire the thousand-year-old Buddha light of the Longmen Grottoes. Day 5: Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard - Laojun Mountain Scenic Area Experience the unique architectural style of the Pit Courtyard, then climb Laojun Mountain to experience the mystery and majesty of the Taoist holy land. Day 6: Shaolin Temple Visit the martial arts holy land of Shaolin Temple and experience the profoundness of Chinese martial arts. 🥋 End your pleasant trip to Henan and return home with fond memories! 🏠 -- Attraction Recommendations: 🌟 Longmen Grottoes: A treasure trove of art through the ages, the Buddha statues here are exquisitely carved, and each one is breathtaking! 🌄 Laojun Mountain Scenic Area: Want to enjoy the beautiful sea of clouds and sunrise? You can also experience the profoundness of Taoist culture at the same time, so don't miss Laojun Mountain! 🥋 Shaolin Temple: This is the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and the cradle of Chinese martial arts. Come to Shaolin Temple, where you can practice martial arts and pray for blessings, and it is definitely worth a visit! 🏞️ Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area: With its peaks and valleys, waterfalls and springs, the beautiful scenery of Yuntai Mountain will make you linger and is a great place to relax. -- **Notes**: - Photo spots: Yuntai Mountain and Red Stone Gorge are beautiful photo spots, so don't miss them! 📸 - January climate: Xiuwu is cold in January, so remember to wear more clothes and bring gloves and a scarf. 🧣 - Specialty prices: Huai yam is a local specialty and is reasonably priced, making it a good souvenir. 🛍️ - Food: Xu's Yipin Prawns are delicious, so foodies should go! 🍤 -- Come to Xiuwu, Henan and other places to enjoy the wonderful blend of history and nature, bring your good mood and set off!

I have stepped on pits in Shaanzhou Dikengyuan, you must not step on them‼ ️|||⛰️Driving from Huashan, I decided to visit the Shaanzhou Dikengyuan in Sanmenxia. There are really few tourists in this place. Most of them are people brought by the sunset tour group. - 🎫Tickets: Buy online for 68 yuan/person. If you buy 2 hours in advance, you can buy tickets for 56 yuan/person. 🅿️Parking: There is a parking lot just opposite Dikengyuan 🛏️Accommodation: You can stay in the local Dikeng B&B. Although it is not a heated kang, it is now an electric blanket, but it is still very interesting. The breakfast in the morning is also delicious~ It is only a few minutes drive from Shaanzhou Dikengyuan🚗 - ❌Shaanzhou pit pit avoidance⬇️⬇️ 1️⃣Don’t buy apples by the bag🚫 If you want to buy, pick them one by one, otherwise you will find a lot of 🍎 rotten apples when you get home. We saw an old man selling apples when we came out of the hotel, so we kindly bought two bags, one red and one yellow. The yellow ones were more expensive. He said the apples were crisp and could last for the Chinese New Year. When I got home, I found that one-third of the yellow apples were rotten, and most of them were pink😓 - 2️⃣Huang Liang'e's paper-cutting in Dikengyuan You can buy a small one for a few dozen yuan. These two zodiac signs were already cut out by her, 💰150 per piece. I was really moved when I saw such exquisite paper-cuts, so I bought two. When I went to the Xiangyang Scenic Area, I saw exactly the same paper-cut, half the size of this one, 💰19 yuan, I was really shocked‼ ️‼ ️Handmade is priceless, but‼ ️‼ ️Can it be exactly the same? Could it have been cut by hand without any drafting?❓❓I can only say that it cost the price of a signature. - 3️⃣Shadow puppets in Dikengyuan Don't look at him cutting it by himself. In fact, what you buy is wholesale. Unless you buy it for fun, it doesn't matter. We just saw him cutting it by himself and thought that what we bought was really cut by him. We bought 6 pieces in total. The following You can see the same shadow puppets everywhere in Luoyang 😂 But the good thing is, the prices are not much different - 🌈In short, this place is really worth coming, especially when you see this kind of courtyard for the first time, but buying things depends on your personal preference.

Hey guys, here's a super detailed guide for a 10-day tour of Sanmenxia, Luoyang, and Zhengzhou! Get this treasure guide and start your journey to Henan! . 📅 Route Overview: Day 1–2: Depart from Chengdu, arrive at Sanmenxia South, and start your journey to Henan. Day 3: Head to Luoyang, visit Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple, Peony Garden, and Lijing Gate, and feel the charm of the ancient capital. Day 4: Continue your trip in Luoyang, head to Luanchuan to explore Laojun Mountain, climb to the top of the Golden Summit, and take aerial photos of the Golden Summit as a souvenir. Day 5–6: Head to Jiaozuo, visit Shaolin Temple, and spend two days exploring Yuntai Mountain, enjoying the natural scenery of Red Stone Gorge and Tanpu Gorge. Day 7–8: Head to Xinxiang, visit Wanxian Mountain and the cliff road in Guoliang Village, experience the local customs of Nanping and Hongqi Canal, then head to Linzhou to visit Taihang Grand Canyon, and visit Gulou Night Market in the evening. Day 9: Visit Kaifeng on the way back to Zhengzhou, visit Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden and Baogong Temple, and enjoy the Song Dynasty style of Xiaosong City. Day 10: End your pleasant journey to Henan and return to Chengdu. . Must-visit attractions: ✨ Longmen Grottoes: An art treasure trove spanning thousands of years, the exquisite Buddha statues are breathtaking, a close combination of history and art. 🌄 Laojun Mountain Scenic Area: Climb high and look far, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea of clouds and sunrise, and experience the profound Taoist culture. 🥋 Shaolin Temple: The origin of Zen Buddhism and martial arts! Come here to feel the charm of martial arts, pray and make a wish, it's definitely worth a visit. . Some tips: - Photo spots📸: Sanmenxia Shanzhou Pit Courtyard, Luoyang Longmen Grottoes, Zhengzhou Erqi Memorial Tower, don't miss them! - Specialty prices💰: Sanmenxia apples, Luoyang peony cakes, affordable prices, suitable for taking away. - Food recommendations🍜: Luoyang beef soup, Zhengzhou stewed noodles, authentic and delicious, a must-try! - Local customs🎉: Experience the paper-cutting art of Sanmenxia and the Peony Culture Festival of Luoyang, and feel the charm of local culture. . 🎉The magnificence of Sanmenxia, the ancient charm of Luoyang, and the prosperity of Zhengzhou are waiting for you to explore one by one. Have a nice trip!✨

Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard, a courtyard below the horizon!!! 😍Today, I want to share a very special place with you all—Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard. 🌟It is known as the "ancient village below the horizon, a living fossil in the history of residential buildings." When you come here, the first thing you see is a flat land, but who would have thought that there is a wonderful world hidden beneath your feet. 💕The architectural style of the pit courtyard is truly unique! It is a square or rectangular deep pit dug downwards on a flat loess surface, and then cave dwellings are dug out on the four walls of the pit. This unique landscape of "seeing trees but not the village, entering the village but not seeing houses, hearing voices but not seeing people" seems to take us to another time and space. 🎈The layout of the cave dwellings in the courtyard is also very particular, with cave dwellings for living, storage, and even kitchen. Each cave dwelling has a strong sense of life, and you can feel the bits and pieces of life of our ancestors here. 🌈Here, you can stroll around, admire exquisite paper-cutting, and taste local specialties. Whether it's taking photos or experiencing folk culture, Sanmenxia Pit Courtyard is definitely worth a visit.😘

Half of Henan's history is China's history! "Traveling in Henan, understanding China" This time I came to Sanmenxia, touched the relics of Yangshao culture, and felt the civilization and heritage! ✅In Xianmen Mountain Scenic Area, feel the thrilling glass plank road, dry slide, water slide...! ✅At the Sanmenxia Dam, the "first dam of the Yellow River", feel the spirit of "the water of the Yellow River comes from the sky"! ✅"See trees but not villages, enter villages but not houses, enter houses but not doors, hear voices but not people" This is a spectacle of Shanzhou Dikengyuan. ✅Go to Hangu Pass, feel the majestic momentum of the millennium and the profound heritage of Laozi's "Tao Te Ching"! "Yu" see Henan, "Yu" see yourself...

Mostly, we detoured to Sanmenxia City from Luoyang for this Shanxi Underground Courtyard. Sanmenxia Shanxi Underground Courtyard, also known as the Tianjing Kiln Courtyard, originated from early human cave dwellings. According to expert verification, it has a history of more than 4,000 years and is one of the most characteristic earth pit buildings in Chinese residences. As an ancient and magical residential style, the earth pit courtyard contains rich culture. It is the only underground ancient residential building in the country and even the world, and it is one of the four unique ancient residential buildings in China. Known as the "ancient village under the horizon, living fossil in the history of residential buildings". This magical underground village - you can't see the house when you enter the village, you can't see the village when you see the tree, the car passes over the roof, you can't hear people, this is the Shanxi Underground Courtyard. Located in the Shanxi District of Sanmenxia City, it is known as the "Four Jue" together with the Beijing Quadrangle, Fujian Tulou, and Shaanbei Cave. The structure of the earth pit courtyard is actually to dig 6-7 meters deep on the flat ground, a rectangular or square earth pit 12-15 meters long as a courtyard, and then dig 10-14 caves in the four walls of the pit, with a project volume of about 2,000 cubic meters. The cave is about 3 meters high, 8-12 meters deep, and about 4 meters wide. The wall below two meters of the cave is vertical, and the top is round arch. One of the caves is cut into a slope to form a step-shaped passage leading to the ground. It is a passage for people to travel, called a cave, which is the entrance of the earth pit courtyard. The earth pit courtyard is located on the edge of the Loess Plateau, with thick and hard soil layers. The cave is also a natural temperature regulator, warm in winter and cool in summer, especially its simple and cheap construction. For the poor mountain people in the past, such a building is ideal. Shanxi is dry and rainy, frozen, and the hurricane is piercing, which is not suitable for human habitation. The emergence of the earth pit courtyard just solved these problems. Some people have studied the Fujian Hakka Tulou and found that the architectural style of the Tulou is in line with the Shanxi Underground Courtyard. The difference is that the earth building is built on the ground. This is because the south is humid and warm, and there is a lot of water underground, so it is impossible to dig the ground for pits and dig pits for houses like the Shanxi Underground Courtyard. In fact, the earth building has become a living fossil of the migration of northern ethnic groups to the south. Two types of residences, one concave and one convex, one yin and one yang, are of the same origin. I chatted with the aborigines, and they are basically relocated now. They don't miss the earth pit courtyard. No matter how they say it, the ground house is comfortable. The current earth pit courtyard has been built into a landscape, one is to protect the original appearance, and the other is to let more people see this unique residence. The original earth pit courtyards are not connected to each other, and a large family lives in a courtyard, which has now become various folk exhibition halls. There is no commanding height, and the whole picture cannot be seen, which is a bit regrettable... Shanxi Underground Courtyard

Stepping into Shanxi Shanzhou Dikengyuan is like stepping into a time tunnel. The sunken courtyards carry the weight and vicissitudes of history. In the Dikengyuan, the simple cave dwellings and quiet courtyards are intertwined into a beautiful picture full of rustic charm. Shanxi Shanzhou Dikengyuan, this unique underground residential wonder, attracts countless tourists to explore with its rich folk customs.

The Shaanzhou Dikengyuan in Sanmenxia, ​​also known as the Tianjing Yaoyuan, is deeply rooted in the early cave dwelling culture of mankind. According to expert research, its history has spanned more than 4,000 years. This is not only a unique earth architectural treasure among Chinese folk houses, but also a unique underground ancient folk house wonder in the country and even the world. It is ranked as one of the four major ancient folk houses in China along with Beijing courtyard houses, Fujian earth buildings and northern Shaanxi cave dwellings. It is known as It is an "ancient village under the horizon, a living fossil in the history of residential buildings" 🏛️. Stepping into this underground miraculous village, you will be amazed at the wonder of "you can't see the houses when you enter the village, you can't see the village when you see the trees, cars pass by on the roof leisurely, and no one can be found when you hear the sound" 🌳🚗. It is quietly located in the embrace of Shaanzhou District, Sanmenxia City, and every brick and tile tells an ancient and mysterious story. The structure of the pit courtyard is exquisite. It is dug 6 to 7 meters deep into the flat land to form a rectangular or square courtyard space, and then more than ten cave dwellings are dug on the four walls. The amount of work is huge, but it shows the ingenuity. The cave dwelling is high, open and bright, warm in winter and cool in summer. Every arched door lintel seems to be an entrance to another time and space 🚪🌌. The vivid description of "You can't see the village when you see the trees, you can't see the house when you enter the village, you can't see the door when you enter the house, you can't hear the people" is the most appropriate interpretation of the living style of Dikengyuan. This unique way of living can be traced back to the Yangshao culture more than 6,000 years ago, carrying a rich historical and cultural heritage 🔍📜. Here, you can not only appreciate the charm of ancient houses, but also immerse yourself in the colorful folk performances and the ocean of intangible cultural heritage. Grass printing, Shaanzhou paper-cutting, gong and drum books, mud inkstones, puppet shows, shadow puppet shows...each item is full of interactive fun and cultural charm 🎭🖌️. 【Ticket Information】🎟️ Regular ticket sales hours: 8:30-20:00 Ticket price: 70 yuan 【Ticket free policy】✨ Children under 6 years old (inclusive) or under 1.4 meters (inclusive) in height Seniors aged 60 years or above (with valid ID) Active military personnel and disabled military personnel (with valid certificates and ID cards) People's police, national fire rescue personnel (with valid work certificate and ID card) Disabled persons (with valid disability certificates and ID cards), including those with visual acuity, intellectual disabilities and first- and second-level physical disabilities are exempted from one accompanying person Journalists (with journalist certificate), tour guides (with national junior tour guide certificate or above) Shaanzhou Dikengyuan, a journey through time and space, is waiting for you to explore! 🚀

🎀🎀Featured Attractions 1️⃣ Underground Palace: The core of the pit courtyard ❤️ located 10 meters underground, covering an area of about 8000 square meters, consisting of three large halls and more than ten small halls. 2️⃣ Pit Courtyard: Many villages in Shanzhou have pit courtyards, with unique village layouts. The walls of the pit courtyard are carved into cave dwellings, with a 'seepage well' in the center of the courtyard and a 'horse-blocking wall' on the ground. From a high vantage point, the village appears to be a series of interconnected pits. Upon entering the village, one can find that the cave dwellings are full of vitality. 3️⃣ Mountain Stove: A unique earthen stove in the pit courtyard, with a sloping stove platform that ascends in sequence, and interconnected stove hearts. There are nine stove holes on the stove, allowing nine different-sized iron pots to be placed simultaneously. This stove uses the principle of rising heat, with functions for stewing, simmering, and keeping warm, making it particularly suitable for preparing the local 'Ten Bowl Feast.' 🎀🎀Itinerary Planning Recommended duration: 1 - 2 days 1️⃣ Day 1: Visit the underground palace and pit courtyard villages to learn about the local history, culture, and architectural features. Try local specialties in the Shanzhou Pit Courtyard Scenic Area, such as the 'Ten Bowls.' 2️⃣ Day 2: Participate in local religious activities to experience the religious atmosphere of the pit courtyard. If interested, you can also visit other nearby attractions. 🎀🎀Specialty Foods 1️⃣ Ten Bowls: One of the pit courtyard's specialty dishes, including a bowl of stewed meat, a bowl of stewed tender meat, a bowl of steamed meat, a bowl of braised meat, a bowl of braised pork, etc., a combination of ten meat dishes. 2️⃣ Seepage Well Noodles: A traditional local noodle dish made with well water, offering a unique taste. 3️⃣ Pit Courtyard Wine: Locally brewed wine with a mellow taste and long-lasting aftertaste. 🎀🎀Travel Essentials 1️⃣ Clothing: Henan Pit Courtyard is located on the Loess Plateau, with a relatively dry climate and significant temperature differences between morning and evening. Remember to bring warm clothing and rain gear. Also, don't forget sun protection products as there is plenty of sunlight. 2️⃣ Shoes: Pit courtyards are mostly on mountain terraces with uneven terrain, so comfortable, non-slip shoes are a must. 3️⃣ Food: There are many local specialties, so bring some snacks or dry food to replenish energy while playing. Also, pay attention to food hygiene. 4️⃣ Communication: The signal in the pit courtyard may not be very good, so inform family and friends of your itinerary and expected return time in advance. Also, bring some emergency medicines and band-aids just in case.

The Shan State Pit Courtyard, located in Beiyin Village, Zhangbian Township, Shanzhou District, Sanmenxia City, Henan Province, is an ancient and magical residential style that harbors a rich culture. It is the only underground ancient residential architecture in the country and even in the world, known as 'the ancient village beneath the horizon, a living fossil in the history of residential buildings,' and is one of the four unique ancient residential architectures in China. 'See trees but no village, enter the village but see no houses, enter the house but see no doors, hear sounds but see no people' is its true portrayal. In 2005, the Shan State Pit Courtyard was listed as a provincial cultural relics protection unit by the Henan Provincial Cultural Relics Bureau. It is a national AAAA-level scenic spot. Walking into the Pit Courtyard and looking down from the horizon, the entire Pit Courtyard village is just some square pits and trees growing from the pits to the ground. This architectural form is not only a carrier of loess culture and Yellow River culture but also one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization. Moreover, the Pit Courtyard is also a classic of intangible cultural heritage and an organic part of Chinese culture, crowned with accolades such as 'the underground courtyard,' 'a miracle in the history of residential architecture,' and 'the village beneath the horizon.'

Shanzhou Underground Courtyard is worth a visit. You see trees but not the village, enter the village but not the houses, go inside but not see doors, only people. The Sanmenxia Underground Courtyard, also known as the Skywell Courtyard, is a remnant of the ancient human dwelling lifestyle, known as the 'underground quadrangle' of northern China, with a history of about 4000 years.

The Shanxian Underground Courtyard, located in Beiyin Village, Zhangbian Township, Shanxian District, Sanmenxia City, Henan Province, is an ancient and magical residential style. Rich in culture, it is the only underground ancient residential architecture in the country and even the world, known as 'the ancient village beneath the horizon, a living fossil in the history of residential buildings,' and is one of the four unique ancient residential architectures in China. 'Seeing trees but no village, entering the village but not seeing houses, entering a home but not seeing doors, hearing sounds but not seeing people' is its true portrayal. The Dikeng Cultural Park mainly consists of 22 interconnected underground courtyards, each with different themes, comprehensively displaying the historical evolution of the underground courtyards and the lifestyle and folk skills of the people in the Shanxian region. At the same time, the scenic area also preserves many undeveloped underground courtyards for tourists to visit, searching for the lost underground ancient villages along the loess of Shan Plateau, allowing the traditional culture of the underground courtyards to be passed down for a long time. The folk performances and intangible cultural heritage displays in the courtyard, such as grass beating and printing, Shanxian paper-cutting, gong and drum books, Chengni inkstones, puppet shows, shadow puppetry, sugar painting, red song performances, and Shanxian special wedding customs performances, are highly interactive and rich in culture, and have been well received by tourists since the opening.

Check in at Shanzhou Dikengyuan, I really learned a lot after watching. Read thousands of books, travel thousands of miles. 'An ancient village below the horizon, a living fossil in the history of residential houses.' You see trees but not the village, enter the village but not the house, enter the house but not the door, hear voices but not people, I really learned a lot after watching. Navigation: Shanzhou Dikengyuan, after a scenic road, you will arrive. The scenic area has a parking lot, convenient for parking. Parking fee is 10 yuan. Ticket: 68 for adults, half price for children 1.2 meters to 1.5 meters, free for children under 1.2 meters. Food: There is a snack street along the exit, and you can also experience the local special 'Shanzhou Ten Bowls Banquet'. 22 Dikengyuan are connected to each other, like walking in a maze. The courtyard displays folk performances and intangible cultural heritage displays, such as grass hammer printing, Shanzhou paper cutting, gong and drum books, Chengni inkstones, shadow puppetry, sugar painting, red song performances, Shanzhou special wedding customs performances, etc. I experienced grass hammer printing and witnessed how the juice of flowers and plants is printed into a beautiful picture. It costs 20 yuan to experience printing and dyeing a small bag, and the price is not expensive. I watched how the old lady spun a ball of cotton into silk thread, and the thread into cloth. One of the courtyards has a mountain stove, the stove hearts are connected, according to the principle of hot air rising, nine stove holes are opened in turn, placing nine pots, and the stove temperature decreases upwards. The first fire of the mountain stove is the most vigorous, suitable for steaming and boiling. As the fire gradually weakens, it is stewing, stewing, and keeping warm in turn. The function is simply too powerful. Curious babies tiptoe to open each pot lid to see what's inside. (Of course there is no food inside) Key points: The Dikengyuan, also known as the 'Underground Siheyuan', is a unique local residential form of 'digging pits on the flat ground and chiseling kilns on the four walls'. The construction art has been included in the third batch of national intangible cultural heritage list. Distribution of Dikengyuan: It is distributed in Shanzhou District of Sanmenxia, Henan, Yuncheng, Shanxi, Qingyang in Longdong, Gansu, and some areas of Shaanxi. The Dikengyuan was mostly built in the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China. The earliest existing courtyard that still has people living in it has a history of more than 200 years and has been lived in by more than six generations. The building quality is simply top-notch. Architectural features: The construction cost is low, the method is unique, the shape and decoration are beautiful, and the living is comfortable. The construction process does not cost a brick or a tile; in order to prevent rainwater from pouring into the cave, a seepage well is dug in the middle of the Dikengyuan for storing seepage rainwater; in order to prevent the accumulated water around the Dikengyuan from flowing into the courtyard, there are horse-stopping walls and green tile eaves around, and at the same time prevent people from falling into the Dikengyuan.

The Dikengyuan in Shan State District, Sanmenxia City, Henan Province, is the hometown of Chinese Dikengyuan culture. The Dikengyuan is the cradle of the ancestors on both sides of the Yellow River, and it is also one of the symbols of the living culture in western Henan. The Dikengyuan is also known as the "underground Siheyuan" in northern China, which is a way of living in caves in the early years, and this kind of residence contains a deep cultural accumulation and rich cultural connotation. The Dikengyuan in Shan State is a project set up by Sanmenxia City to excavate this special living culture and for the construction of large-scale tourism. It is a key project of the "Hometown of Chinese Dikengyuan Culture". The project was established and the overall planning design was completed in August 2012, and the construction officially started in October. It began to receive tourists in 2014. After the snow, we toured the Dikengyuan in the cold wind. At the right time, the courtyard was decorated with lights, the red lanterns were hung high, the stage was well decorated, the sound was being debugged, and the staff warmly invited: starting tomorrow (the 23rd of the twelfth lunar month), "the New Year's Lantern Festival" will be held until the fifteenth of the first lunar month. Looking at this lively scene, I really want to celebrate the New Year in the Dikengyuan.

| Underground Siheyuan in northern China. Underground Siheyuan·Shanzhou Dikengyuan I have long heard that Fujian Minxi Tulou and Henan Shanzhou Dikengyuan are the two architectural wonders of ancient people digging buildings on the loess, one in the south and one in the north. This time I finally have the opportunity to see the ancient and magical dwelling--Dikengyuan There is a very interesting saying about Dikengyuan: "See trees but not villages, see villages but not houses, hear voices but not people", this sentence perfectly interprets the characteristics of Dikengyuan, so Dikengyuan is also known as the underground Siheyuan in northern China" Tianjing kiln courtyard, commonly known as Dikengyuan, has existed for more than 4000 years, and there are still more than 100 underground villages distributed, among which the earlier courtyards have a history of more than 200 years and are inhabited by six generations. Living in Dikengyuan, warm in winter and cool in summer, is very comfortable. The various kiln caves in Dikengyuan are divided into main kiln, guest kiln, kitchen kiln, etc., and are called "Dongzhen House", "Xidui House", "Nanli House", "Beikan House" according to the different positions of the main kiln. Dikengyuan is also influenced by the traditional Chinese culture of Bagua, and the people determine the main direction of the courtyard according to the "feng shui flow". The construction of Dikengyuan is also very clever, with a lot of ingenuity, the kiln courtyard is the same, and it is also connected to the ground, I have to sigh, the wisdom of Chinese laborers! Ticket: 48 yuan Address: Beiyin Village, Zhangbian Township, Shanzhou District, Sanmenxia City There are two recommended ways to go to Sanmenxia from Xi'an 1 High-speed rail: Xi'an-Sanmenxia South (1 hour, one-way ticket price 119.5)2 Self-driving: Xi'an-Sanmenxia (3 hours by car) Accommodation: Accommodation in Sanmenxia is very cheap, a little over 100, it is recommended to stay near Wanda Plaza Recommended food: lamb noodles, lamb soup

❤Reason for recommendation: The pit courtyard has a history of more than 6,000 years. As early as the Miaodigou cultural period, there was already a prototype of the pit courtyard. More than 4,000 years ago, during the period of Xuanyuan Huangdi, the ancestors of Shanxian had already dug the ground for caves and lived. The Book of Songs is called 'Tao Fu Tao Xue'. The pit courtyard, as an ancient residential style, is sturdy and durable, warm in winter and cool in summer, windproof and soundproof, and earthquake-resistant. It is one of the four major ancient residential buildings unique to China, and it is also the only underground ancient residential building in the country and even the world. It is known as 'the ancient village under the horizon, the living fossil in the history of residential buildings'. 🌟Highlights: In 2011, the pit courtyard construction skills were included in the national intangible cultural heritage protection list. 👍Most recommended: The construction process of the pit courtyard can be simply and popularly summarized as: 'dig down, chisel holes in the four walls, wear boots and hats, and beautify and decorate'. The construction skills are closely combined with the traditional yin and yang eight directions, and they are closely related to the life of the owner of the pit courtyard.

Shaanzhou Dikengyuan Also called Tianjingyuan, it is the only underground ancient residential building in the country and even the world, and is also one of the four unique ancient residential buildings in my country. It is known as "an ancient village under the horizon and a living fossil in the history of residential buildings". The Dikeng kiln courtyard is very cleverly built. Viewed from top to bottom, the entire kiln courtyard is square. Standing in the middle of the courtyard and looking at the sky, the sky looks like a dome. There are light shows and folk performances on the first to fifteenth nights of the first lunar month: ironwork, drumming performances, bonfire parties... It is recommended to watch the night view and experience folk activities at night. There are also some unpowered amusement facilities, where adults and children can have fun together. There is a snack street at the back for late night snacks.

Shanzhou Dikengyuan Glass Bridge Sanmenxia First 5D Dynamic Glass Bridge #Tourist Carnival# Standing on the glass bridge, overlooking the scenery of the Shaanxi Dikengyuan, especially at night, the bridge The colorful neon lights flashing the night of the Huazhang, from afar, it is like a magnificent rainbow raft hanging on the cliff, but also adds a colorful color to the thousand-year-old pit garden!

[Shaanzhou Dikengyuan] An outstanding example of raw earth building Shaanxi is dry and drier, and frozen and frozen. The hurricane is bitter and unsuitable for human habitation, and the emergence of the pits has solved these problems. Built according to local conditions, it has broadened the human living space and enriched the Yellow River culture. The underground cave dwellings of the Loess Plateau in China have no bricks and tiles. The ventilation, temperature and temperature adjustment can be solved in a natural way. Today, the construction skills of the pits have been included in the national intangible cultural heritage protection list.

In the Dikengyuan in Shaanxi, I met a wedding wedding event, and naturally I have to eat ten bowls of water. When the mountain stove is up, the hot pot is burning, and 7 stoves make 7 fragrant hot dishes at the same time, together with 3 cold dishes, this is the famous 10 bowl seats in Shaanxi. Traditional top ten bowls have small crispy meat, braised pork, cold carrots, kelp, red tofu, meat leeks, daylily, fried tofu, cold bean sprouts, cold noodles, all traditional local dishes, with local characteristics Cooking through the mountain stove. The mountain-through stove is a magical earthen stove. It opens 9 stove holes in turn, and can place 9 pots at the same time. It is very efficient at the same time. The first fire is the most prosperous, suitable for cooking. With the gradual weakening of firepower, it is the function of stewing, stuffing and heat preservation. The mountain stove maximizes the use of heat. Several pots operate 7 hot dishes and 3 cold dishes at the same time. It will soon be able to make the famous ten bowl seats in the local area. It is an indispensable gourmet dish for the local wedding reception. The family is happy to sit on the bench around the table, one person holding a fragrant big steamed bun, this is the real taste!

In the Shaanxi District of Sanmenxia City, Henan Province, there is still a pit to live in this ancient and magical residential style. The standard name of the pit garden is called Patio Kiln, and the locals call the Patio a pit. The common name is called the Ditch. Planting trees and flowers in the yard, the crown of the tree is higher than the ground, forming a peculiar landscape of "seeing the tree without seeing the village, entering the village without seeing the house, entering the house without seeing the door, and hearing the sound is not seen." Due to its unique construction skills and rich culture, the Dikengyuan is also listed in the national intangible cultural heritage protection list, and is known as the ancient village under the horizon and the living stone in the history of residential. Today, there are 22 pits and courtyards in the Dikengyuan Scenic Spot in Shaanxi Province, which not only preserves the original form of this ancient dwelling, but also keeps the folk crafts in those long rivers in the pit. hospital. Such as sedge printing, Shaanxi paper-cutting, gong drums, smashing mud, puppet show, shadow play, sugar painting, red song performance, Shaanxi traditional wedding customs show, etc., contains rich culture, experience interaction, and let visitors all-round The pit culture is known. Shaanzhou Lugu Book is the oldest opera rap art in Sanmenxia, West Henan, and the ancestor of RAP. Its vocals are bold and unconstrained, and the language is closely combined. It is sung by local dialects in Shaanxi Province. The local flavor is very strong. Its unique rap form has unique charms that are incomparable to other songs and is deeply loved by the masses. The gong-and-drum book of Shanzhou is a form of sitting and singing. Because it is necessary to play a bang and drum to open the atmosphere before the opening, to attract the audience, it is called the "Drums and Drums."

The Spring Festival is approaching, what is the taste of the year? Of course, look at the lanterns! Lantern Festival is a tradition left by the ancestors. It has been passed down since the Southern Song Dynasty. Every year before and after the Spring Festival, it seems that it is only a year since I went to see a lantern festival. The lanterns will be seen every year, everyone has seen it, but if you want to see some different lanterns, you can come to the Shaanxi Dikengyuan to experience the all-round, multi-angle lanterns, and make sure you enjoy a luxurious Visual feast, feel the most authentic and authentic year-round ~ can stand up to the "sea, land, and air three-dimensional space" lanterns, of course, thanks to the unique terrain of the pit. This ancient and magical underground residential style has created a unique sense of space. "Seeing the tree without seeing the village, entering the village without seeing the house, not seeing the door at home, and not hearing the sound" is its true portrayal. Shaanzhou Dikengyuan's 2019 Lantern Festival will display a total of 96 light groups. The number, size and specifications are unprecedented. I am eager to rejoice and rejoice.

Traveling in Shaanxi Province, Lantern Festival, lanterns, a set of dome lights attract people's attention, the diameter of the lamp group is 28 meters, the golden pigs can hold the red lanterns, and all kinds of lanterns in the pits are full of brilliance, golden pigs The Lunar New Year, 40 years of reform and opening up, and the feature set of the Journey to the West, give visitors different visual experiences. Shaanzhou Dikengyuan's nightingale dazzling, the joy of the people's harvest, the dream of the aerospace dream, full of auspicious blessings of the Year of the Pig, the colorful lights show people's happy life. Shooting light sensitivity is well controlled, too high and easy to have noise, it is best to use a tripod.