Top 10 Best Things to Do in Weinan

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Mount Hua, the Western Peak, truly lives up to its name, with its many perilous and challenging sections. I absolutely love hiking and will never take the cable car or tram if I can hike on foot. This time, I hiked almost the entire way. If you're interested, check out my sharing – it's a hardcore hiking guide! 1️⃣ Transportation: From Xi'an, take the 7:16-8:38 train to Huashan Station, then take a taxi to Yuquan Temple to begin your hike. 2️⃣ Preparations: Before setting off, I bought two cans of Red Bull at a supermarket at the foot of the mountain. They were only 7 yuan each, which was reasonable. Try to prepare food and water in advance or buy them at the foot of the mountain, because they are incredibly expensive on the mountain! Red Bull costs 20 yuan a can on the mountain… 3️⃣ Hiking: The section from Yuquan Temple to the North Peak is divided into slopes and steps. I didn't use hiking poles; I used gloves to grab onto chains on steep slopes. If you have enough energy, you can climb faster. I reached the North Peak in about 2 hours and 15 minutes. 4️⃣ Sightseeing on the mountain. The scenery is beautiful even with many people, so slow down and enjoy the views and take photos. The recommended order is North Peak – Central Peak – East Peak – South Peak – West Peak (For the Plank Road in the Sky and the Hawk's Turn, check the reservation times carefully; arriving early may result in queues). Complete a loop on the mountain, climbing to the top of each peak to see different views. If you're unsure of the route, be sure to follow the signs or ask staff. 5️⃣ Preparing for the return trip. I couldn't take the West Peak cable car due to maintenance, so after visiting West Peak, I returned to North Peak via the same route and took the North Peak cable car. Hiking down is not recommended because the climb to Huashan is difficult and strenuous; hiking downhill can be physically demanding for some, and the steep slopes can cause knee damage. Taking the cable car or gondola down is highly recommended! 6️⃣ After getting off the bus, go to Parking Lot 1. There are free shuttle buses to Huashan North Station, but be quick, as the bus departs at 4:30 PM. I missed the bus and opted for a minibus instead, which cost 40 yuan per person and went directly from Huashan Station to Xi'an Bell Tower! 7️⃣ Climbing Summary. The entire hiking route was: Yuquan Temple—North Peak—Central Peak—East Peak—South Peak—West Peak—North Peak Cableway, taking approximately 6 hours. Hiking enthusiasts can use this as a reference; let's share our climbing experiences. Hiking the entire Huashan Mountain was absolutely exhilarating!!!

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I finally checked in to Dangjia Village in Hancheng, Shaanxi! This ancient village has stood quietly for over 600 years, dating back to the second year of the Zhishun reign of the Yuan Dynasty. Walking along the bluestone streets, you can feel the lingering aroma of time. 123 courtyards are arranged in a staggered pattern, with wood, brick, and stone carvings tucked into door lintels and window frames, each one so exquisitely detailed it's tempting to gaze at for hours. The guardhouse and Biyang Fort still retain their traditional defensive appearance, giving me an inexplicable sense of security. Resting under the old locust tree at the entrance, I heard from the villagers that this was once a village where the Dang and Jia clans prospered through commerce. No wonder the old houses are so elegantly appointed. Every photo captures the atmosphere. Sunlight streams through the alleys, shimmering on the gray tiles. Even the wind seems to slow down. If you want to avoid the crowds and experience the authentic charm of a northern ancient village, Dangjia Village is truly worth it! I visited during the week, so it wasn't crowded.

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The Sima Qian Shrine is truly an awe-inspiring cultural sanctuary! Ascending the 99 steps, one feels as if they've led one through millennia of history, each step treading upon a rich cultural heritage. The towering memorial archways, inscribed with the inscriptions "High Mountains to Admire" and "River and Mountain Sun," silently testify to the boundless reverence of future generations for the historian. From the summit, gaze eastward at the mighty Yellow River, like a golden dragon, and westward at the vast, rolling Liangshan Mountains. The magnificent landscape unfolds before one's eyes, echoing the majestic visions of Sima Qian's writings. Within the shrine, towering ancient cypresses and numerous stone tablets stand, inscribed with inscriptions by generations of literati and poets praising the enduring achievements of the Grand Historian. Behind the shrine, ancient cypresses shaped like dragons at Sima Qian's tomb symbolize his unyielding spirit, growing even more vigorous after millennia of trials and tribulations. Not only are there majestic ancient buildings and beautiful natural scenery, but there are also vivid historical scrolls like the Twelve Chronicles Landscape Garden, as well as novel interactive projects such as XR immersive experience and bamboo slip transcription, which make history truly "alive". Whether it is to pursue cultural context or to meditate quietly, the Sima Qian Temple can bring you a deep cultural journey that cleanses the soul, worthy of being called a "holy land of literature and history".

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After enjoying the scenery of Shaohua Mountain, remember to visit the Huazhou Shadow Puppet Park at Warehouse 205 to watch veteran shadow puppeteers perform and witness the traditional Huayin folk opera, including hand-colored and framed shadow puppets. Advance reservations are required; group bookings are currently being accepted.

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🌿【Hancheng Ancient City: Fireworks Chang'an in the Wrinkles of Time】 The bluestone road awakens in the morning mist, and the lanterns and eaves of the ancient streets of the Ming and Qing Dynasties interweave into a painting. Touching the sleeves of the Ming Dynasty colored sculptures in the City God Temple, it seems that you can feel the breath of gold powder six hundred years ago. In front of the murals of Dongying Temple, the sound of pencil sketches and the gaze of Guan Yu's phoenix eyes let history breathe. In the old house at the end of the alley, paper-cutting artists who have been passed down for five generations cut out pepper patterns. The hot mutton noodles, the bursting sweetness of the fried pastry corners, and the sweetness of the Yellow River in the sour soup are interwoven into the memory of the ancient city on the tip of the tongue. In front of the Confucian Temple in the afternoon, children chased pigeons and ran across the Zhuangyuan Bridge, and the thousand-year-old cultural heritage turned into wind chimes on the eaves. Lanterns lit up the ancient city under the night sky, the light and shadow of the murals of Dongying Temple flowed, and the sweat beads of the drum performance reflected the rainbow. On the morning of departure, the peasant woman selling pepper sprouts in the South Gate Wengcheng made time stop in her fresh breath - the soul of Hancheng is hidden in the wrinkles of the old man on the street corner and in the years seeping through the cracks in the blue bricks.