4 Days Ankang Itinerary: Best Places to Visit in Ankang

Day 1 | Morning

Yinghu Lake

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-4:30pm

Ticket Price: 70 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: Yinghuzhen, Hanbin, Ankang, Shaanxi, China

Located at the foot of Tianzhu Mountain to the southwest of Ankang City, Yinghu Lake is a large freshwater artificial lake in the northwestern region formed upon completion of Ankang Hydroelectric Station. The lake is surrounded by hills with gentle slopes covered in dense vegetation. It is a great place to stay cool in summer. As it is wide and clean, a variety of activities, such as rowing boats, speedboating and fishing, are available. There are several restaurants in the scenic area where you can taste fresh fish, such as silverfish and mandarin fish from Yinghu Lake.

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Yinghu Lake, don’t forget pay a visit to Fengyan Ancient Terraces.

Fengyan Ancient Terraces

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Hanxuan Rd, Hanyin Xian, Ankang Shi, Shaanxi Sheng, China

Fengyan Ancient Terraced Field Scenic Spot is located in Xuanwu Town, Hanyin County. It belongs to the irrigation area type water conservancy scenic spot. It has a contiguous area of more than 12,000 mu and is more than 250 years old. The scenic area covers an area of 38.78 square kilometers. , Well-preserved terraced fields of the Qing Dynasty. In 2010, the ancient terraced fields of Fengyan were rated as "Top Ten New Discoveries of the Third National Cultural Relics Census in Shaanxi Province". . Fengyan Ancient Terraces are located in Huanglong Village, Yanping Village and Cigou Village, Xuanwu Town, Hanyin County, Ankang City, Shaanxi Province. In 2010, it was listed as one of the ten major discoveries of cultural relics in Shaanxi Province.

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Fengyan Ancient Terraces? HuaqiYue Residential accommodation is one of your top choices.

HuaqiYue Residential accommodation

Day 2 | Morning

Xiangxi Cave

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Hours

Location: Xiangxi Avenue, Ankang District, Hanbin District, Ankang City

Xiangxi Cave Scenic Spot is divided into five scenic spots: Xiangxi Cave, Santianmen, Wenwu Mountain, Centipede Mountain, and Niuti Ridge. The scenic area is surrounded by mountains and peaks. Streams meandering down the mountain, wild flowers and herbs in the valleys, colorful. Among them, the flower name is "Xiang Tuan Thorn", and the flower color is yellow and white. In the spring of March, the fragrance of flowers spreads far and wide, and the valley is fragrant, hence the name "Xiangxi". Going up the river, the valleys are narrow and the mountains are steep, and the hanging rocks are intertwined. According to legend, Lu Dongbin once cultivated Taoism and became immortal here. Later generations built bridges and buildings here, and drilled rocks to open holes, which were named "Xiangxi Cave". Xiangxi Cave is a Taoist grotto. According to the existing inscriptions and local chronicles, it has been established for more than 500 years. After various generations of repairs and additions, there are towers, palaces, bridges and caves. When you visit Xiangxi Cave, you can go up the winding mountain road from Shandi Cave, and stop at the "Tianmen" where you can look at the Han River area, and the Ankang city has a panoramic view. There is a stone wall blue tile hut built on the door of the three days, and the stone on the door is inscribed with four characters "going to the sky five feet". Then there is Chunyang Cave, there are statues of Baizu in the cave, and there are stone inscriptions on the wall: "Traveling to and from Daqianshu for half a day, there is a firewood gate on the south bank of Jinzhou", "The immortals have already taken the dragon to descend, and the Yushi still suspects that the crane will come" and other poems. . In addition, there are Yaowang Cave, Longwang Cave, Longquan, Baxian Cave, Chess Pavilion, Jiayun Bridge, Tongtian Ladder, Yuhuang Pavilion and other places of interest. Xiangxi Cave, Yaowang Cave, Sanmao Cave, Longwang Cave, Wenchang Cave, Baxian Cave, Cihang Cave, and Zushi Cave are also called "Xiangxi Eight Caves".

Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Xing'an Park.

Xing'an Park

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Hanbin, Ankang, China

Xing'an Park is located in the center of Ankang City, Shaanxi Province, covering an area of 118.25 mu. Ecological and leisure-oriented, moderate commercial development, full of cultural atmosphere, and integrated into the life coastline of citizens' leisure and entertainment are the planning and positioning of Xing'an Park.

Day 2 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Xing'an Park? Swisstouches Hotel Ankang is one of your top choices.

Swisstouches Hotel Ankang

Reviews from Real Guests:

贝加尔湖信陵君: The location is in Jiangbei, the yard parking is very convenient, the room height is high and it is not depressing, the view from the window is very good, but the hotel is not facing the river, the hot water is convenient, the water supply is large, there is a refrigerator safe, and the TV is also very convenient. Know if it is a policy reason. The bed was very comfortable, but the small table in front of the sofa was too small and it was inconvenient to put food on it. There are many types of breakfast, and both Chinese and Western dishes have bread and coffee of good quality. The only two places that are not perfect, one is that the door and the aisle are not soundproofed, and the sound of the aisle and the door close next door have some influence. Second, I wanted to drink some beer and asked the front desk for some ice cubes. The waiter brought a bowl, not to mention that the delivery was slow. I didn’t have any other clamps. Did I grab it with my hands? Hope to improve on the details.

Guest User: The breakfast is rich in variety, the hotel environment is first-class, very comfortable, and the service attitude is warm and friendly, especially the little girl Tang Xue at the front desk, which is very good, and will come to stay next time.

Day 3 | Morning

Han River Three Gorges

Opening Hours: Open all day

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 10 kilometers south of Shiquan County, Ankang City

The Hanjiang Three Gorges is located in Shiquan County of Ankang City. The Han River is the ancient birthplace of the Chinese civilization and the origin point of the North-South Water Transfer Project. The Han River Three Gorges scenic area begins at the Lotus Ancient Ferry. In the middle of the scenic area, you'll go past the Fenghuang (Pheonix) Gorge, Liuxi (Willow Creek) Gorge, and the Xiangbai (Fragrant Cedar) Gorge, before reaching the endpoint at the Xi River Guiyuan Scenic Area. As you travel by boat, you can enjoy the beauty of the Han River Three Gorges all around you. This area is sometimes also called the "Qinba Mountain Water Gallery" in honor of its artistic beauty.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Tianzhu Mountain.

Tianzhu Mountain

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 4-5 Hours

Location: Tianzhushanzhen, Qianshan, Anqing, Anhui, China, 246309

Tianzhu Mountain is located about 15 kilometers southwest of Ankang City. The main peak is like a pillar, inserted into the sky, hence the name "Tianzhu Mountain". It is one of the four famous mountains in Ankang. Tianzhu Mountain is adjacent to the Han River with beautiful scenery. Scholars and writers of all dynasties often climbed Tianzhu Mountain to enjoy the scenery and wrote poems and inscriptions. The poet praised: "The towering ten thousand meters are inserted in the clouds, and the first peak of the mountains is beautiful; the light sweeps the sky into green, and the sun is evenly divided into the hibiscus; when you climb to the top, you don't realize that the universe is huge, and the rain and dew are thick in the end; When Junyan was born, he taught the pillars to be bright and empty." The Baiyun Temple on Tianzhu Mountain was built in the Tang Dynasty. There is a lotus pond behind the temple and a square pond in front. According to legend, you can see the water level of the Han River by looking at Tianchi Lake. The pine and cypresses are lush inside and outside the temple, and the cold plums are fragrant. The main hall is carved with beams and painted buildings, resplendent, with thousands of Buddha statues, and the incense is flourishing. Tianzhu Mountain is majestic, surrounded by peaks, green pines and green bamboos, and each other. Climb Tianzhu Mountain in the early morning, watch the sunrise, and watch the sea of clouds; when the sun sets in the west, light smoke and mist swaying the top of the mountain; the Baiyun Temple is blurred and ethereal. Looking down from the mountain and looking down at the foot of the mountain, the towns in the distance can be seen in the distance, but the blue waves of the Han River are like crystal jade belts, and the smoke from the cooking smoke covers the vertical and horizontal streets. Every year, many tourists come here to escape the summer and enjoy the scenery.

Day 3 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Tianzhu Mountain, Yinghu Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Yinghu Hotel

The Yinghu Hotel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Ankang will find that the Yinghu Hotel is a fantastic accommodation choice.

Ankang Railway Station is located approximately 32km away while AnKang Airport is 45km away. This hotel is located near many of Ankang's attractions including Jinluo Island, 瀛湖星空營地 and Yinghu Cuiping Island.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Ankang hotel features parking on site.

This hotel is a popular accommodation for guests traveling with families.

Day 4 | Morning

Ankang Fenghuangshan Forest Park

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Hanyin County, Ankang City

Phoenix Mountain Forest Park is located in the Tiewa Temple, Pingliang Town, Hanyin County, Ankang. The average altitude of Phoenix Mountain is 1,100 meters. It is divided into 4 scenic spots: Yunwu Mountain, Wangheya, Grotto Mountain and Xizhu Garden. Walking along the winding mountain road, or from the forest trail up the mountain, you can appreciate the tranquility of towering ancient trees, and strange peaks and rocks appear and disappear in the erratic clouds and mists. Climbing to the ridge, you will feel that this is a paradise on earth that "looks across the Qianqiu Weir in the north and south, and steps on the clouds like a fairy".

Day 4 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Ankang Fenghuangshan Forest Park, you can head to Longgang Park, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Longgang Park

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Hanyin, Ankang, Shaanxi, China

Longgang Park is located on the north slope of the county seat. Looking at the outline of Longgang from afar, it looks like a giant dragon lying on the hill. Literati and elegant scholars praised it like this: "The disparity in love around the mountains is far away, and when you go out of the valley, you spread your wings gracefully." Now that it has been renovated, it has become Hanyin's leisure food.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.