[2025 Shiquan Attraction] Travel Guide for Han River Three Gorges (Updated Jul)

During the Labor Day holiday, many scenic spots are crowded with people! Until I discovered this niche "Jiangnan Secret Realm" 🍃 around Xi'an. Compared to the crowded scenic spots in Xi'an, this place is much quieter. 🚗 It's only a 2-hr drive from Xi'an! Emerald lakes, waterfalls, streams, tea mountains, forests, and endless beautiful scenery! - In the ancient town, we ate Qinba stone pot fish 🐠, which was delicious. In the evening, we sat by the Hongshibao River and enjoyed the breeze 🌬️, taking photos 📸. It felt like a beach vacation 🏖️. We stayed at the Jingjiang International Hotel, which had huge floor-to-ceiling windows. In the morning, we opened the curtains to see the sunrise and a panoramic view of the river, which was incredibly beautiful! - 📍 Location: Shiquan Old Street 🚗 Transportation: 2-hr drive from Xi'an, right off the highway 🚞 Train: 10 min by taxi from "Shiquan Station" - [2 Days 1 Night Self-Driving Route] 🗺️ ▪️Day 1: Xi'an ➡️ Yanshan Waterfall ➡️ Shiquan Old Street (stay in Shiquan Ancient City) ▪️Day 2: Hanjiang Three Gorges ➡️ Houliu Water Town (take a boat trip) ➡️ Return to Xi'an - Recommended Check-in Spots ✅ 1️⃣ [Yanshan Waterfall] Requires a 2.5-hr walk. It's only 15 minutes away from Houliu Water Town. It's very niche and retains the original Bashan landscape. The emerald-like green pool is like an emerald inlaid in the mountains. There are two pools where you can play on bamboo rafts. It is recommended to wear non-slip stream tracing shoes for a great experience! 2️⃣ [Shiquan Old Street] The old street is not big, and you can walk through it in 20 minutes! It sells various local products from southern Shaanxi. The stone pot fish is super delicious. After eating, walk along the old street to the west gate, and go down the steps to the Han River on the north side. You can see the famous Hongshibao, which is great for taking photos 📸. 3️⃣ [Hanjiang Three Gorges] A light boat sails through the mist, a 40-minute Han River rafting trip, turning into a pool of spring water in the mountains, rivers, clouds, and smoke. 4️⃣ [Houliu Water Town] "Little Jiangnan of Shaanxi" With beautiful mountains and clear waters ⛰️, the second floor of the boat offers a better view! The whole journey takes about 1 hour. There is no fixed departure time, so ask clearly before deciding. After the boat trip, you can go to the nearby Houliu Ancient Town to eat snacks. 🍃 If you are tired of the scenic spots in the city, then come to Shiquan Ancient Town to spend two days in comfort~

The short holiday is here! Want a unique travel experience? Come to Foping. Explore its unique scenery in just 3 days. Check out this guide! . Must-visit attractions: Hanjiang River Three Gorges ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Hanjiang River Three Gorges Scenic Area (Shihao Road East), Shiquan County, Ankang City, Shaanxi Province - Opening hours: 08:00–16:30 - Suggested visit duration: 1–3 hrs As beautiful as a painting, it enjoys the reputation of being a gallery of Qin Mountain and Ba River landscapes. It is a great place for photography and sketching. Yanshan Waterfall ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Shihao Road, Houliu Town, Shiquan County, Ankang City, Shaanxi Province - Opening hours: 07:30–18:00 - Suggested visit duration: 1–3 hrs The waterfall and the streams complement each other, and the scenery on the cliffs is even more refreshing. It is an ideal choice for outdoor adventures and nature viewing. . 🎒 Travel preparation: 👕 Clothing: Bring some spring and autumn clothes, such as thin sweaters and jackets. It is still a bit chilly in Foping in March. 👟 Shoes: Prepare a pair of comfortable sports shoes for hiking. 🎩 Sun protection and rain gear: Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Bring a folding umbrella for rainy days. 📱 Accessories: Power bank and data cable to take photos and videos anytime. 🪪 Documents: ID card is required. Student ID, senior citizen card, etc., are eligible for special offers. 🍞 Food: Prepare some snacks and water, as there are limited dining options in the scenic area. . The scenery and characteristics of Foping are waiting for you to explore. Come and start your Foping trip and enjoy the unique charm of this secret land!

2-Day Ankang Tour: Explore Beautiful Sights Without Getting Lost! This super practical guide will help you easily explore Ankang. Save it now! . Must-Visit Attractions: Zhongba Grand Canyon ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: 86 km west of the intersection of Houhe Road and National Highway 541, Houliu Town, Shiquan County, Ankang City, Shaanxi Province - Opening Hours: All day - Duration: 1 day - The canyon is deep, with strange rocks and waterfalls. The view of the sky is amazing, like a beautiful painting by nature. Hanjiang Three Gorges ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Hanjiang Three Gorges Scenic Area (east of Shihao Road), Shiquan County, Ankang City, Shaanxi Province - Opening Hours: 08:30–17:30 - Duration: 1–3 hours - The river is clear, and the scenery on both sides is picturesque. It is known as the Qinshan Bashui Gallery and is a great place to relax. . Some Tips: 🍂 Specialty Prices: Ankang has a wide variety of specialties at affordable prices. You can buy konjac and kangkangmo. ❄️ November Weather: The temperature in Ankang in November is moderate, about 15°C during the day and cooler at night. It is recommended to bring a warm coat. ✈️ Airport Transportation: Fuqiang Airport is convenient, with a ground parking lot for self-driving and a nearby bus stop for easy travel. 📸 Attractions: The scenery of Yinghu Lake and Nangong Mountain is beautiful. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the beautiful moments. 🍴 Food: Pay attention to hygiene when tasting Ankang food and enjoy the local flavor. 💊 Essentials: Carry common medicines with you in case of emergency. 📞 Stay Connected: Make sure your phone is working so you can contact family and friends. . Ankang's beauty is more than that. More exciting things are waiting for you to discover! Remember to like and save this post, and start your Ankang exploration journey!

🏯Shiquan is an underrated county with Ming and Qing style architecture. It's beautiful both day and night, and the stone pot fish is delicious. 😜 If you've been in Xi'an for a while, come here for a change of pace. —— 🚶Itinerary: ✅Day 1: 📍Depart from Xi'an in the morning. First stop: Hanjiang Three Gorges. Take a boat trip to enjoy the beauty of the Han River. 📍Second stop: Houliu Water Town. Experience the water town style of the "Little Jiangnan" of the northwest. 📍Third stop: Shiquan Ancient Town. Stroll along the Ming and Qing style streets and try the many southern Shaanxi snacks. 😴After the tour, head to a hotel in Shiquan County. ✅Day 2: 📍After breakfast, head to Yanshan Waterfall. Enjoy the picturesque scenery and stroll along the valley to enjoy the mountains and rivers, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. 👉After the tour, return to Xi'an in the afternoon.

📍The misty water towns and forested secret realms of Shiquan around Xi'an There are many places suitable for holiday outings around Xi'an. Summer is here, come and feel the refreshing pleasure brought by the little Jiangnan. 🗺️Route: Day 1️⃣: Xi'an → Shiquan Old Street → Han River Gorges → Houliu Water Town → Yan Mountain Waterfall Day 2️⃣: Yanxiang Cave → Ironing Board Ancient Town → Return to Xi'an Day1 ⛩️Shiquan Old Street (about 2.5 hours from Xi'an) Leave early in the morning, play in the old street first, and find a place to eat at noon nearby. There is a parking lot near the east gate of the old street. When there are not many tourists, you can visit the quiet old street, such as the Jiangxi Guild Hall, Shiquan County Office, Xinhua Bookstore, and the opera building with flying eaves and corners. After exiting the west gate of the old street, walk north to the Han River, where you can see the famous red stone bales of Shiquan. It is said that in the past, the red stone bales were where cargo ships docked, and the boatmen loaded and unloaded goods there, but now it has become a place for swimming enthusiasts to swim. It is not recommended to eat in the old street, you can find one outside the old street. ⛩️Han River Gorges (about 15 minutes from Shiquan Old Street) Take a boat tour of the Han River for about 1 hour, passing through the misty layers of mountain gates, and indulge in the mountains and clouds of the Han River Gorges. ⛩️Houliu Water Town (about 20 minutes from Han River Gorges) Houliu ancient town is surrounded by water on three sides. Although it cannot be called a peninsula, it has a strong water town atmosphere, with pavilion houses with wooden pillars and green tiles and a strong folk customs. ⛩️Yan Mountain Waterfall (about 15 minutes from Houliu Water Town) This is indeed a niche and less crowded secret realm, with bamboo rafts, water wheels, pavilions, swings, wooden plank bridges, and emerald-like pool water, etc. It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes, because the stones inside are slippery with moss, but most places are still easy to walk, and the big waterfall above is the most liked. 🚘Then return to Shiquan County for accommodation (about 40 minutes) ‼️To sum up, it is more reasonable to go to Yan Mountain Waterfall, Houliu, and Han River Gorges first, and then go to Shiquan Old Street to see the night view and stay. Day2 ⛩️Han River Yanxiang Cave Scenic Area (about 1 hour from Shiquan) Upon entering the scenic area, you can choose to walk the lake loop road, mountain road, or take a bamboo raft. It is recommended to choose the lake loop road, where you can see more beautiful scenery and breathe fresh air, very primitive. Yanxiang Cave is a Cambrian limestone karst cave group, with rich landscapes inside, it is the largest volume of karst caves, with stalactites, stone waterfalls, stone boats, stone pillars, stone stalagmites, and various strange stones, very worth seeing. ⛩️Ironing Board Ancient Town Ironing Board Town has a history of thousands of years and is an ancient post town on the Sichuan-Chu ancient road. It is surrounded by mountains on all sides, located at the southernmost end of Shiquan, and has no commercial atmosphere. If you don't like the hustle and bustle, you can come here for an experience. 🚘Return to Xi'an with a full heart (about 3.5 hours) You can choose between Zhongba Grand Canyon and Yan Mountain Waterfall.