Day 1 | Morning
Zhang Fei’s Hometown
Opening Hours: 7:30-18:30
Ticket Price: 20 RMB
Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours
Location: Jieyi Road, Zhuozhou City, Baoding City (about 50 meters southwest of Dongsheng Taihe Trading Co., Ltd.)
Zhuozhou City, Hebei Province, located in the southwest of Beijing, was called Fanyang in ancient times and was the hometown of Liu Bei and Zhang Fei during the Three Kingdoms period. Legend has it that in ancient times, Liu Bei, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei had a feud here. From the concrete path in front of the monument and through the culvert under the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway, it is "Jieyi Road". Go straight along the road and pass Xigao Village to arrive at Zhang Fei's hometown, Zhongyi Store, where Zhang Fei Temple is located. The Zhongyi Store was called "Tao Zhuang" earlier, but it was called "Zhang Fei Store" because Zhang Yide, a well-known Taoyuan three-knower, came out. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, a governor of Zhuozhou felt that it was disrespectful to call Zhang Huanhou's name directly, so he ordered it to be changed to "Loyalty Store". The current Zhang Fei Temple was rebuilt in 1991. The more than 50 acres of temples are lined up with buildings such as the mountain gate, the horse hall, the main hall, the Xiangtang and the tomb. There is a sturdy black horse in the horse hall, and there is a plaque of "Eternal Love" hanging on the gate of the main hall of Baoxia in the corridor.
Day 1 | Afternoon
Baoding Zhuozhou Museum nearby is the top choice before you leave Zhang Fei’s Hometown and hit the road.
Baoding Zhuozhou Museum
Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Sun,9:00am-4:00pm;Closed on Mon
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours
Location: 49 Huayang W Rd, Zhuozhou Shi, Baoding Shi, Hebei Sheng, China
Zhuozhou Museum is located in the northwest corner of the intersection of Huayang West Road and East Street in Zhuozhou City. It covers an area of about 12 acres and has 8 exhibition halls. The architectural style is a combination of Chinese classical garden style and modern architecture, with an area of 5,000 square meters. The museum also has cultural relics warehouse, academic lecture hall, pottery experience, tea bar and lounge, etc., making the museum a comprehensive museum integrating collection, display, research, publicity, education and leisure functions. With the theme of "The Great Beauty of Zhuozhou with fertile soil and beautiful Yanyan", the museum displays the rich history and culture of Zhuozhou. Among them, the exhibition hall of "Zhuoshui Long Song" shows the history of ancient civilization in Zhuozhou; the exhibition halls of "Stone Art and Spirituality" and "Pottery Charm" are the special exhibition of fine cultural relics; the exhibition hall of "Fanyang Legacy" is a collection of Zhuozhou's colorful Intangible cultural heritage; the exhibition hall of "The Great Years" shows the revolutionary history of the people of Zhuozhou; the middle hall of "Optimus Prime" has large relief sculptures of six historical events in Zhuozhou.
Day 1 | Evening
If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Xiulan Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.
Xiulan Hotel
Baoding's Xiulan Hotel (Baoding Xiulan Fandian), located on South Lekai Street, provides a range of deluxe business suites. A conference center that can hold up to 600 people is also at your disposable. Recreational options are varied, including a swimming pool, gym, tennis court, bowling alley, beauty salon and chess and card rooms.
Day 2 | Morning
Liao Dynasty Twin Towers
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Recommended Length of Stay: 10-15 Minutes
Location: Southeast of the old city of Zhuozhou City, Baoding City
Zhuozhou Twin Pagodas (Twin Pagodas in Liao Dynasty) are the landmark buildings of the ancient city of Zhuozhou. They are located in the northeast corner of the old city of Zhuozhou (now under the jurisdiction of Tianqiao Street of the Twin Pagodas Office). Zhidu Temple Pagoda", the north tower is called "Yunju Temple Pagoda". The two pagodas are named after the temple, but the temple is not known when it was destroyed. There is only one pagoda in each, which is collectively called "Zhuozhou Twin Pagodas. With a height of 44 meters, it was built in the 11th year of Taiping in Liao Dynasty (1031). The north tower is six-level, with a height of 56 meters. It has a certain influence in China. The Zhuozhou Twin Pagodas are the pavilion-type brick pagodas that are less preserved among the existing Liao pagodas in China. They completely imitate the wooden pavilions. Set up an octagonal corridor.
Day 2 | Afternoon
Having the chance to enjoy the charming Liao Dynasty Twin Towers, Gao Grand Courtyard next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!
Gao Grand Courtyard
Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-10:30pm
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: 210 Gulou St, Zhuozhou City, Baoding
The Gao Family Courtyard was built by Gao Xiaoxuan, who opened a jewelry store in the capital in the early years. In the history of the Gao Family, he built a golden pagoda for the Queen Mother of the West, and was rewarded by the Queen Mother and given the nickname "Golden Pagoda High". Gao Xiaoxuan's ancestral home is Shanxi, and he later moved to Lianggezhuang in Fangshan County, Beijing. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, he settled in Zhuozhou and built this compound. It has a history of more than 100 years. At that time, there were 63 houses in the compound.
Day 2 | Evening
Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Gao Grand Courtyard? Zhuozheng International Hotel is one of your top choices.
Zhuozheng International Hotel
The Zhuozheng International Hotel (Baoding Zhuozheng Guoji Jiudian) is located inside the privately owned Science and Techonology Industrial Park, 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from the Baoding Railway Station.
Wi-Fi in public areas and free parking are available to hotel guests.
An on-site restaurant serves Western, Japanese and Chinese cuisine. A coffee shop and lobby bar provide additional spaces for guests to relax with a drink or meet up with friends.
Business travelers have access to meeting rooms and a business center on the premises.
Guest with free time can indulge in spa or massage services, unwind in the sauna, work out in the gym or take a dip in the indoor swimming pool. For extra fun, a game room, billiards table, arcade, nightclub and karaoke facilities are also on hand.
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