[2025 Xinyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Xinyang Museum (Updated Mar)

My dears, do you want to take a spring trip that combines the poetic beauty of mountains and rivers with the cultural customs? Then don’t miss Xinyang in March! This place has beautiful scenery, the aroma of tea, and a variety of delicious food. Let's follow this guide and set off. Xinyang, located in the southern part of Henan Province, between the northern foot of Dabie Mountains and the upper reaches of Huaihe River, is a city with beautiful natural scenery and long history and culture🎉. In March in Xinyang, the spring chill gradually fades away and warmth comes over you. The mountain tea gardens are lush and green, peach and apricot blossoms are in full bloom, the rivers are thawed and flowing, and the ancient villages and modern towns complement each other, exuding a unique charm everywhere. ✈️【Transportation Guide】 If you take a plane, you can first arrive at Wuhan Tianhe International Airport or Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport, and then transfer to the high-speed rail or car to Xinyang. The trains and flights are very frequent, and you can easily transfer to the city. Xinyang East Station is a major high-speed railway station with convenient surrounding transportation and seamless connections with buses and taxis. For travel within the city, public transportation basically covers major areas. If you want to go to scenic spots such as Nanwan Lake and Jigong Mountain, it is most convenient to take the tourist bus, which can go directly to the entrance of the scenic spot. To go to rural attractions such as Haotang Village, you can first take the bus to the nearby township, and then transfer to local transportation to slowly enjoy the pastoral scenery along the way. 🗺【Travel route】 Day 1: Nanwan Lake - Xinyang Museum - Hundred Flowers Garden In the morning, we went to Nanwan Lake, a shining pearl in Xinyang, with rippling blue water and dotted islands. Take a boat tour and travel between Tea Island, Bird Island and Monkey Island. You can enjoy a cup of fragrant tea and a tea art performance on Tea Island; watch the birds flying and listen to the crisp birdsong on Bird Island; interact with the cute macaques on Monkey Island, which is full of fun. At noon, we had lunch near Nanwan Lake and tried the famous bream, which has tender meat and delicious fish soup. In the afternoon, we went to Xinyang Museum, which has a rich collection of artifacts from ancient times to modern and contemporary artworks, showing the historical development of Xinyang in all directions, allowing people to immerse themselves in the long river of history. In the evening, we came to the Hundred Flowers Garden, where there are many flowers. March is the time when flowers are in full bloom. Take a stroll among them and feel the colorful spring. Day 2: Jigong Mountain - Borden Forest Park (optional) We headed to Jigong Mountain early in the morning. The mountain has strange peaks and rocks, and rolling clouds. It is known as the "International Architecture Expo" and has villas in various styles scattered around. Climb along the hiking trail, breathe the fresh air, admire attractions such as Baoxiao Peak and Meiling Ballroom, and feel the fusion of history and nature. At noon, have lunch at Jigong Mountain Scenic Area and experience local special farm dishes. If you have enough energy, you can go to Borden Forest Park in the afternoon. The forest coverage rate here is very high, with towering trees, as well as rare animals and plants. Walking among them, you will feel like you are in a green wonderland. Day 3: Haotang Village - Pingqiao Wetland In the morning, we went to Haotang Village, a poetic village surrounded by green mountains and clear waters, with houses scattered around. In March, rape flowers were in full bloom, a patch of golden yellow, contrasting beautifully with the white walls and black tiles. Visit the handicraft shops in the village, taste homemade glutinous rice cakes, malt sugar and other delicacies, and feel the strong rural atmosphere. At noon, we enjoyed a farm meal in the village with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. In the afternoon, we will go to Pingqiao Wetland, where there are lush aquatic plants and flocks of migratory birds. We can stroll along the wetland boardwalk, appreciate the beauty of natural ecology, and relax our body and mind. Day 4: Lingshan - Return Go to Lingshan, where there are beautiful mountains and rivers, numerous temples and profound religious and cultural heritage. On the way up the mountain, you can admire the strange peaks and rocks, waterfalls and clear springs, and feel the wonders of nature. After reaching the top of the mountain, you can overlook the endless mountains and feel refreshed. After the tour, we prepared to return, leaving with full of good memories. 🌟【Must-visit attractions】 1. Nanwan Lake: Take a boat trip to enjoy the beautiful scenery, taste Xinyang Maojian tea, and experience the colorful island customs. 2. Jigong Mountain: Climb the mountain to enjoy the view, explore the buildings of various countries, breathe the fresh air, and feel the historical charm. 3. Haotang Village: Immerse yourself in the rural beauty, experience rural life, and taste authentic farm food. 4. Lingshan: Get close to nature, explore religious culture, and appreciate the perfect fusion of mountains, rivers and humanity. 📝【Practical Guide】 Book tickets for popular attractions such as Nanwan Lake and Jigong Mountain online in advance; the temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinyang is large in March, so remember to bring warm clothes 🧥; wear comfortable shoes for walking on mountain roads. 🍲【Local food recommendation】 1. Bream: The meat is delicious and can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as stewing or braising, with a rich and mellow fish soup. 2. Xinyang hot dry noodles: The noodles are chewy, with a strong aroma of sesame paste, and paired with chopped green onions and dried radish, it has a unique flavor. 3. Gushi goose chunks: The goose meat is tender, the soup is fresh and delicious, spicy but not dry, and it is a great product for warming the stomach in winter. 🏨【Hotel Accommodation】 1. Shihe District: Xinyang Zhongle Baihua Hotel has a superior location, close to urban attractions, convenient transportation, spacious and comfortable rooms, and thoughtful service. 2. Near Jigong Mountain Scenic Area: Jigong Mountain Evian Forest Hot Spring Hotel, where you can enjoy hot springs and be close to the scenic area, providing a great accommodation experience. ❗【Tips】 1. When buying local specialties in the countryside, compare prices from several stores and beware of high prices and low quality. 2. Pay attention to safety when visiting the mountains, follow the signs in the scenic area, and do not leave the trail without permission. 3. Choose regular restaurants to taste delicious food to ensure that the ingredients are fresh and the taste is authentic. My dears, Xinyang is really fun, with so many delicious foods and beautiful scenery. Follow this guide and I guarantee you will have a great time. Let’s go!

Henan is an important cradle of Chinese civilization and the foundation of traditional Chinese rituals. Yu the Great, Tang of Shang, and the Duke of Zhou all established capitals and fiefdoms in Henan. The "Lady Huang" yan-shaped he was unearthed from the tomb of the Marquis of Huang and his wife in Guangshan County, Xinyang City. It dates back to the early Spring and Autumn period and is a water vessel shaped like a yan. It is believed to have been made by the Marquis of Huang for his wife, Lady Meng, and is similar to the curved-handle he of the Shu people in the Jianghuai region. The eastern border of the Shang dynasty was the Jiang (Zhumadian) and Huang (Xinyang) Rivers. The Marquis of Huang was once a viscount, and his fiefdom was in Huangchuan, Xinyang. There is evidence of intermarriage with the Zeng state, which was also of the Ji clan. The ancestors of the Huang state were the Huangyi, a branch of the Dongyi people of the Xia and Shang dynasties. They were later conquered by the Chu state and moved to the heartland of Chu. Huang Xie, the Lord Chunshen, was a descendant of the Huang state. Curved-handle he have been found in the border area of Henan, Anhui, and Hubei. Lady Huang was deeply loved by the Marquis of Huang and was buried with him in the same tomb. There were 169 burial objects in her coffin, including 22 exquisite bronze vessels and several modified ancient jades, all of which were of high artistic taste. The Marquis of Huang himself only had 14 bronze vessels, making him a model husband. Even with limited resources, he gave his wife the most and best treasures! Many of the vessels are inscribed with the words "Huangzi made this vessel for Lady Huang, to be treasured forever." "Lingdong linghou" means "to live a blessed life and die with honor, and for one's descendants to be safe and sound."

Xinyang Museum currently houses 15,024 sets (146,424 pieces) of various collections including bronzes, gold and silver wares, jade wares, stone wares, ceramics, wooden lacquer wares, and animal and plant fossils. Among them, there are 71 sets (87 pieces) of first-class cultural relics, 254 sets (303 pieces) of second-class cultural relics, and 1,700 sets (1,770 pieces) of third-class cultural relics. The museum is most famous for its collection of bronzes. The museum has seven permanent exhibition halls with the theme of 'Hometown of Huai River - A Journey through the History and Culture of Xinyang,' following the historical development of southern Henan. It is divided into six sections: Ancient Homeland, Lords of Huai, Kings of Chu, Roots of the World, Tea Fragrance, and Henan-Chu Charm, comprehensively and multi-dimensionally showcasing and interpreting the profound historical and cultural atmosphere of cultural Xinyang. The museum also has three temporary exchange exhibition halls. In addition to the basic displays and special exhibitions of the museum's collections, large-scale temporary exhibitions are held irregularly both domestically and internationally. 📍Attraction Address: Xinyang Museum, Xinliu Avenue, Xinyang City 🏝️Reservation Guide: Direct entry with ID card 🚗Transportation Guide: It is recommended to drive and park in the surrounding parking lots 💗Other Tips: The nearby Boke Alley is also worth a visit; currently, the Alxa Exhibition Hall on the third floor of the museum is being set up and has a strong ethnic characteristic.

Xinyang, located at the southern gate of Henan, is adjacent to Suizhou and Guangshui at the northern gate of Hubei Province. This is a crucial point on the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway, the main artery of China from north to south. In ancient times, it was the site of Wusheng Pass, an important geographical location guarding a key pass in the Central Plains. Jigong Mountain is also nearby. This is also the production area of China's famous tea, Xinyang Maojian. Xinyang is also an important base for the two major migrations of the gentry to the south in Chinese history: during the Eastern Jin Dynasty's Five Barbarians Rebellion and the late Tang Dynasty's Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Therefore, it is a place where many Chinese surnames trace their origins, and it is the root of the Chinese nation. Here, the Chen family once ventured to Fujian and Taiwan to reclaim land... Xinyang is also a place where historical relics from the ancient Shang and Zhou periods have been discovered, earning it the nickname 'Little Shangdu'. The bronzes unearthed here are complete in variety, with exquisitely made vessels for holding wine and food such as gui, zun, and ding, which are of national treasure level. Many are exhibited outside the museum. Even thousand-year-old fine wines have been unearthed here, making one marvel at the wisdom and luxury of the ancients... However, can royal power and wealth be kept forever? The blood and sweat of the founding fathers, once in the hands of pampered descendants living in peace and luxury, often 'rise vigorously and fall suddenly'... This seems to be a law, and the words on these vessels hoping for eternal prosperity for descendants are poignant... Material things will eventually fade away with the passage of time, difficult to maintain or keep. Only the spirit and culture will last forever, enduring and thriving! ——Li, July 9, 2024, Jiachen Year, June 4th