怀府家乡菜(云台山店)

Donkey meat stewed with Chinese yam, stir-fried wild mushrooms, and mountain leek dumplings are all local specialties, delicious, reasonably priced, and worth tasting. In particular, the donkey meat dish is a must-try in Jiaozuo and is well-known in the Central Plains. [Taste]

Huaifu Hometown Cuisine is located in the commercial street of Yuntaishan Shore Service Area in Xiuwuju, Jiaozuo City, Henan Province. Huaifu's private dishes, wild leek dumplings, old soup noodles, yam millet porridge, and various types of rice with gravy are all delicious.

Is the whole country scorching hot? Come to Jiaozuo! In the 23°C summer, the Qin River breeze lingers in the aroma of donkey meat in soup. Experience the cool canyon air and the rich heritage of Huaiqing in this "City of Mountains and Rivers" for three days! ⛰️Day 1: Immersive Summer Escape in Yuntaishan • 09:00 Enter Yuntaishan and visit Hongshi Gorge, your first stop. Red rock cliffs frame emerald green pools, and streams flow through the calcified rocks. The guide explains, "The red rocks here are 1.2 billion-year-old quartz sandstone. The canyon averages 23°C in summer, making a walk around like wearing natural air conditioning." Stepping on the bluestone plank path, water droplets drip from the rock walls, and a cool mist hits your face. Every photo captures the breathtaking beauty of "red rocks and clear waters." • 12:00 Enjoy farm-style cuisine on the mountainside, and donkey meat in soup is a must! Sliced ​​donkey meat dipped in a secret recipe for a delicious, yet not greasy, soup becomes more fragrant with every chew. Jiaozuo fried jelly is crispy and flavorful, while sweet potato flour jelly coated in garlic sauce is incredibly spicy. Paired with a bowl of millet porridge, the sweetness of whole grains blends with the aroma of home. The owner explains, "Donkey meat for soup is marinated with 18 spices, a centuries-old craft passed down in Huaiqing Prefecture." •3:00 PM Climb Zhuyu Peak. Ascending by cable car, the peaks beneath you resemble a green carpet. From the "glass observation deck," suspended a thousand meters above, you can gaze down at the streams flowing through the canyon. The distant "Yuntai Waterfall," though not in flood season, still trickles down the rock face. Standing atop the peak, reciting "I know my brothers are ascending to higher ground" feels poetic. Visit the "Xuandi Palace," an ancient temple hidden amidst dense forests. Amidst the lingering scent of incense, listen to a Taoist priest expound on Taoist health preservation, and your heart instantly becomes tranquil. • 7:30 PM Enjoy a night tour of Yuntaishan. The lanterns of Yuntai Ancient Town light up, and a performance of iron flower making, a traditional cultural heritage, captivates the audience. 1600°C molten iron is thrown into the air, creating a dazzling display of sparkling fireworks. Afterward, enjoy grilled corn skewers by the stream, as the evening breeze, scented with the fragrance of plants, dispels the heat. 🌊Day 2: Jiaying Temple and Exploring Yellow River Culture • 8:30 AM Visit Jiaying Temple. The glazed tiles of this "First Temple of the Yellow River" gleam golden in the sunlight. The bronze stele in the "Imperial Stele Pavilion" is engraved with Emperor Kangxi's imperial edict on flood control. The guide explains, "This was built by Emperor Yongzheng to honor the river gods and regulate the Yellow River. The 'Four Dragon Stele' inside the hall is a rare national treasure." Walking in front of the "Great King Hall," the dragon carvings on the beams and pillars evoke a sense of the magnificent scene of the Yellow River's control. •12:00 PM Enjoy Huaiqing specialty dishes: Huaifu Donkey Meat Soup with Hot Buns, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Donkey meat is sandwiched between freshly grilled hot buns, and every bite is bursting with meaty aroma. The ox knee stewed with chicken is incredibly delicious. Jiaozuo's specialty, ox knee, is paired with local chicken, stewed to tender tenderness in a rich, savory broth. Paired with a bowl of mung bean milk rice, the sour and fragrant dish is refreshing. The waiter explains, "Ox knee is one of Jiaozuo's 'Four Huai Medicines,' and stewed chicken replenishes qi and blood, making it a traditional health dish for the locals." •3:00 PM Stroll along the Yellow River beachfront. Standing at the "Yellow River Cultural Square," watch the Yellow River rush eastward. The silt dams in the distance resemble strips of green. The guide explains, "Jiaozuo is a key hub in the middle and lower reaches of the Yellow River. This beachfront was once the granary of ancient Huaiqing Prefecture." Take a bamboo raft on a Yellow River tributary. The oars paddle through the emerald waters, and the reeds on the shore sway in the breeze. Occasionally, waterfowl fly by, creating a scene filled with natural charm. • 7:30 PM: Stroll around the Heping Street Night Market. Lanterns paint the pedestrian street a warm yellow. Crowds gather around the fried ice machine, where the mango-flavored ice melts in your mouth. Freshly brewed Huaiqing oil tea, its sesame and peanut flavors blended with the tea aroma, warms your heart. Grab a bag of crispy Huaishan yam slices for a snack. The evening breeze, wrapped in the urban atmosphere, is lively and cozy. 🎨Day 3: Intangible Cultural Heritage and Slow Living • 10:00 AM: Experience the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Huaibang Opera. Learn to sing Huaibang Opera from a veteran artist. Donning costumes embroidered with auspicious clouds, holding a horsewhip, and following the drumbeats, learn the "appearance" movements. The veteran artist explains, "Huaibang Opera is unique to Jiaozuo, with a history of over 300 years, and its singing is powerful and resonant." Hand-paint a Huaibang face mask. The red and black color scheme exudes the charm of opera. The finished mask can be used as a souvenir. •12:30 PM Enjoy Jiaozuo specialty snacks, especially Jiaozuo Huimian! The wide noodles are chewy, the mutton broth is rich and savory, and the chili oil and pickled garlic garnish are incredibly satisfying. The "unflipped eggs" are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The rice-based pancakes wrapped around the eggs are so fragrant they'll make you stamp your feet. Then, enjoy a cup of Huai chrysanthemum tea, which is refreshing and sweet. The lady at the street vendor said, "A bowl of Huimian in the morning is the wake-up call for Jiaozuo people." •2:00 PM Visit the Jiaozuo Museum. In the "Huaichuan Civilization" exhibition hall, unearthed bronze artifacts from the Shang and Zhou dynasties reveal the prosperity of ancient Huaiqing Prefecture. The "Four Huai Medicines" cultural exhibition details the cultivation history of Huai yam and Huai Achyranthes bidentata. Standing in front of the "Yuntaishan Geology Exhibition," you'll see a 1.2 billion-year geological evolution model, feeling like you've traveled back to ancient times. • At 6:00 PM, the Tanan Road Night Market closes. The charred aroma of roasted sweet potato skins blends with the freshness of fried clams, while the Huaishan Yao cakes on the stalls are soft, glutinous, and sweet. Grab a few boxes of vacuum-packed donkey meat in soup and a bag of Huaiju flowers, and pack the delicious aroma and mountain scenery memories of Jiaozuo into your luggage for the return trip. 💡Practical Tips: •Transportation: Take bus No. 3 from the city center directly to Yuntaishan (5 yuan/person, 1.5 hours). To Jiaying Temple, take bus No. 23 (3 yuan/person, 40 minutes). •Avoid pitfalls: Be wary of overpriced Huaishan Yao souvenirs from scenic spots. Huaishan Yao slices (15 yuan/jin) and Huaibang masks (20 yuan/piece) are great value at established shops in the city. • Easter Eggs: Head to the Qinhe Morning Market early in the morning to watch an elderly woman grind fresh rice milk to make eggs without flipping them. The aroma of pancakes cooked in iron pans fills the streets. Vendors carrying shoulder poles shout "Oil tea—donkey meat—" and the clinking of porcelain bowls echoes the warmth of life in Jiaozuo. #JiaozuoTourism #HuaiqingfuCulture

🚗 Itinerary and Transportation Recommendations: - Classic 2-3 Day Tour: Day 1: Yuntaishan (Hongshi Gorge + Tanpu Gorge), Overnight at the Shore Service Area Day 2: Yuntaishan (Zhuyu Peak + Macaque Valley) → Afternoon Trip to Fenglin Gorge or Qingtian River Day 3: Chenjiagou (Morning) → Return - Transportation - Yuntaishan/Qingtian River/Fenglin Gorge: Direct shuttle buses are available from the Jiaozuo Tourist Bus Station (approximately 1 hour). - Chenjiagou: Take a shuttle bus to Wenxian and then transfer (self-driving or chartering is recommended). -- 🥘 Don't-Miss Jiaozuo Flavors: - Huaifu Snacks: → Donkey Meat in Soup: A Jiaozuo intangible cultural heritage, donkey meat is repeatedly simmered in broth and is excellent with grilled meat. → Huaiqingfu Donkey Meatballs: Crispy and charred. → Yam Pastry: Made with yam in a stick, this healthy dessert is a must-try. - Wuzhi Oil Tea: Butter-fried noodles with peanuts and sesame seeds for a rich, salty flavor. --- 💡 Travel Tips: - Best Seasons: Spring, Summer, and Autumn (April-October). The waterfalls are at their peak in summer, and the crimson leaves are at their most beautiful in autumn. - Accommodation: The Yuntaishan shore service area is the most convenient, with a dense network of B&Bs and restaurants; accommodations in Jiaozuo city offer excellent value. - Equipment: Yuntaishan involves extensive walking, so wear comfortable, non-slip shoes; bring sunscreen and rain gear. > The soul of Jiaozuo lies in the clear waters of Yuntaishan's Hongshi Gorge, the gentle breeze against the side of a boat on the Qingtian River, and the silent fists rising in the morning light of Chenjiagou—a place where the strength of Taihang Mountains meets the soft soul of Tai Chi. #JiaozuoYuntaishan #HowToJiaozuo #JiaozuoTravel

Let's do something different this time. Your budget: 25,000 yuan (3 days, 2 nights). This is no ordinary trip, but a luxurious getaway with the ultimate experience. So, I've customized this [Jiaozuo 3 Days, 2 Nights: Taihang Secrets × Luxurious Wellness] travel guide for you. It will take you: ⛰ Exploring Yuntaishan, a global geological wonder 🏡 Staying at a luxurious cliffside B&B 🍵 Experiencing the thousand-year-old Huaifu culture and enjoying authentic iron stick yam soup 💆 Enjoying private hot springs and Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments 🍽 Savoring authentic Henan cuisine and creative mountain feasts This isn't a check-in tour; it's an experiment in mountain living to revitalize your body and mind. Budget Overview | Total Cost: ¥24,800 (2 people, ¥12,400 per person) Items | Cost | Description | | Round-trip airfare/high-speed rail (first-tier city → Zhengzhou → Jiaozuo) | ¥4,000 | Business class/preferred seat, taxi transfer | | Accommodation (2 nights) | ¥12,000 | Yuntaishan Peijiazhuang Village Luxury B&B (Cliff Suite + Private Hot Spring) | Private car + guide service | ¥2,500 | Full-service transfer + in-depth Yuntaishan tour guide | | Attraction tickets + VIP access | ¥800 | Yuntaishan, Hongshi Gorge, electric car, and cable car all included | | Dining (5 exquisite meals) | ¥3,500 | Mountain feast + Huaifu cuisine + B&B breakfast | | Wellness Experience (Hot Springs + Therapy) | ¥1,500 | Baijiayan Hot Spring Private Hot Spring + Traditional Chinese Medicine Massage | | Souvenirs + Photography + Emergency Plans | ¥500 | Iron Stick Chinese Yam Gift Box + Yuntaishan Cultural and Creative Products + Travel Photography Service | Total | ¥24,800 | ✅ Stay within your budget | Itinerary: Hidden Mountain Tide × Luxurious Living × Cultural Immersion 1 | Arrive in Jiaozuo · Stay at a Cliffside Home Fly or take the high-speed rail from a first-tier city to Zhengzhou East Station Specialized shuttle service (approximately 1.5 hours) directly to Yuntaishan Scenic Area Accommodation at "Dowry Village·Yelu B&B" ¥6,000/night Cliffside Glass Room | Private Hot Spring | Terrace with Mountain View | Butler Service Renovated from a Ming and Qing Dynasty house, hidden deep in the mountains, this B&B accommodates only 10 groups. - Afternoon: Enjoy Huaishan Chinese Yam Tea in the B&B's teahouse and listen to the butler share stories about the "Four Great Huaishan Herbs of Jiaozuo." - Evening: Customize a Six-Flavor Mountain Feast prepared by the B&B's chef for ¥800 - Recommended: Stewed Chicken with Iron Yam, Wild Bamboo Shoots with Nepeta Tenuifolia, and Scrambled Eggs with Persimmon Leaves. - Overnight in Yuntaishan, drift off to sleep to the sound of insects. 📷 Travel Photography Tip: Capture the "Cliff Sunset" from the terrace at dusk for the ultimate in atmosphere. | Yunshan In-Depth Tour: Geological Wonders + Cultural Exploration After breakfast, enter the park with a private guide and car (avoid the crowds and use the VIP channel). Morning: Visit [Hongshi Gorge] The world's rare "Wanggu" landform, with a 300-meter-deep gorge and verdant mountains and clear waters. The guide will explain the "1.2 billion years of geological evolution." Noon: Lunch at [Yuntaishan · Yunshang Restaurant] within the scenic area, ¥300/person. Enjoy the canyon view while enjoying the swirling clouds and mist. Afternoon: Take a cable car to [Zhuyu Peak]—the spot where Wang Wei wrote "Everywhere with dogwood branches, one less person." Walk along the glass plank road for a bird's-eye view of the Taihang Mountains. Optional Tai Chi performance (from the origin of Chenjiagou). Return to the B&B in the evening. Dinner: [Huai Mansion Private Cuisine] Customized Dinner ¥1000 Reproductions of Huaiqing Mansion's century-old recipes: Braised Lamb, Stir-fried Chicken, and Preserved Eggs from Haichan Palace - Evening: Reserve a private bath at Baijiayan Hot Springs ¥680/person Sourced from 1900 meters below the surface, the hot spring water contains strontium and orthosilicic acid, nourishing the skin and soothing the mind. A traditional Chinese medicine herbal remedy is provided, allowing you to soak while listening to the mountain breeze. Your guide will take you on a "less-known" route, avoiding 90% of the tourists! 3｜Healthy Wellness + Return with a Rewarding Experience After breakfast, experience a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) wellness treatment, ¥400/person. - Items: Meridian Massage + Moxibustion + Chinese Yam Mask (for lung and spleen nourishment). Therapist is from Jiaozuo University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Morning: Visit the Yuntaishan Cultural and Creative Market. Recommended Souvenirs: Iron Stick Chinese Yam Powder Gift Box, ¥198 Cornus Officinalis Sachet (to ward off cold and evil spirits), ¥88 Hand-painted Yuntaishan Map Postcard, ¥50 Check-out at 12:00 PM, transfer to Zhengzhou East Railway Station/Airport. Return Trip Family-Friendly? We can arrange a children's version of the "Geological Expedition Mission Card" for children to learn while playing. 2. Recommended for Couples? The private cliff bath and star-studded terrace are incredibly romantic, perfect for proposal/anniversary photos. 3. Best Time to Visit? Spring (April-May): Mountain flowers in full bloom Autumn (September-October): Forests ablaze with color Winter (December-February): Red Rock Gorge, a fairyland in the snow Summary: What did you buy with that 25,000 yuan? It wasn't the ticket, it was a private guide taking you to see Yuntaishan, a place 99% of people never see. It wasn't the accommodation, it was the ultimate experience of sleeping on the edge of a cliff, listening to the wind as you drift off to sleep. It wasn't the meal, it was a mouthful of iron-stick yam, revealing the richness of millennia-old Huai medicine culture. It wasn't a trip, it was a profound healing experience for both body and mind, and a cultural awakening. In Jiaozuo, You won't see the throngs of people taking "check-in photos." You'll capture: 🌅 A ray of morning light piercing the mist of Red Rock Gorge ♨ A pool of hot springs reflecting the starry sky 🍲 A bowl of yam soup, warming to the core. I walk the wildest roads, dwell in the deepest mountains, and tell you: travel should be this luxurious and gentle. #Jiaozuo City Tourist Attractions