Zhumadian Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

The lights are brilliant, allowing time to travel through a thousand years

Zhumadian has a history that includes emperors from different eras such as Emperor Guangwu of the Eastern Han Dynasty, Liu Xiu, Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty, Tuoba Hong, King Cao Biao, Zhao Yiluan of the Jia Dynasty, and Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, who lived here, conducted inspections, made secret visits, and stayed incognito; Additionally, in Zhumadian, there are numerous legends about 'Wang Ran supporting Liu Xiu' and stories from the Eastern Han period about 'Liu Xiu saving the imperial post station,' which are widely circulated among the people; Moreover, during the reign of the Ming Chenghua Emperor, Zhu Jianze's brother Mi Jian Shen was ennobled as the ruler of Runan. When Emperor Chenghua passed through the Zhumadian post station on his way to the south to suppress a rebellion, and after returning victorious, he stopped again at the Zhumadian post station, which was an important logistical supply station for the campaign. To thank the people of Zhumadian for protecting the imperial treasures and assisting in quelling the rebellion, he granted the post station the status of an imperial post station. As the lanterns light up, the classical architectural style allows time to travel through the ages. Come, let's go and see what the post station looked like a thousand years ago.

In the spring of March, one's heart is captivated at the post station

Along the banks of the Lian River, the spring scenery grows even richer. The willows sway gently, the crabapple trees bloom, and the green peach and apricot flowers are in their full glory. Although the plum and peach blossoms have faded, the beautiful scene remains. The rapeseed flower fields are also a sight to behold, captivating the hearts of those who pass by.

Who says Henan doesn't have a true Jiangnan!

Who says Henan doesn't have a true Jiangnan! That must be because you've never been here The heartland of Yuzhou, the very center of the world—Zhumadian

Stroll around the Royal Post Station and feel its unique charm!

Stroll around the Royal Post Station and feel its unique charm! Zhumadian has the reputation of being the 'belly of Henan, the center of the world', so it is also known as 'Heaven in the Middle'. There is a must-visit attraction--the Royal Post Station. What is royal? It is said that Emperor Gaozu of Han Liu Bang once stationed here, and Ming Xianzong Zhu Jian deeply saw his brother Zhu Jianze here to set up a horse post. What is a post station? This place is convenient for transportation, with officials and merchants gathering from all directions, and postmen shuttling back and forth. The scenic area takes post station culture as the core, integrates Zhumadian's intangible heritage, folk customs, and food culture, and the open areas include Canal Water Street, Time Post Lane, Beichen Gate, Post City Old Street, etc. Every corner of the stroll exudes a strong historical and cultural atmosphere. This place is not only suitable for walking around, tasting food, but also for deeply exploring China's long history and cultural heritage. This place not only has a group of ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, but also many ancient trees, ancient bridges and other places worth visiting. There are also many characteristic snacks and handicraft shops on both sides of the street. The entire post station retains the historical appearance of the ancient town. The night view at night cannot be missed. Walking in it is like walking into ancient times. About tickets: The scenic area is open 24 hours a day and does not charge admission fees.

Lushan is a peculiar landform of granite. It consists of beeswax, Nanshan, Beishan, Liubeishan, Huaguoshan and Tianmoshan. The main peak of the Wax Mountain is steep and the cliff is high. There is no gap in the height of 300 meters. The peak of the peak is slow-flowing, like the honey juice coating.

Zhumadian Travel Guide

🌈 Zhumadian, also known as Runing, Caizhou, and Tianzhong, is one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, carrying the rich history of the Chinese nation. As the hometown of Leizu, the wife of the Yellow Emperor Xuanyuan, it was also the center of weapon manufacturing during the Warring States period and the homeland of the Cai, Jin, and Jiang families.🏞📜 🚊 First Stop ➡ 📍 Royal Posthouse 📝 Attraction: The Royal Posthouse, where it is said that Emperor Gaozu of Han, Liu Bang, once stayed, and Emperor Xianzong of Ming, Zhu Jian Shen, set up the Zhumadian Posthouse when meeting his brother Zhu Jian Ze. 📣 Visit: Intangible cultural heritage, folk customs, food culture, canal water street, Time Post Alley, Beichen Gate, Yicheng Old Street. 🚌: Y5/39 route｜Get off at Royal Posthouse Station 🎫: Free ⏰: All day 🚊 Second Stop ➡ 📍 Zhumadian Museum 📝 Attraction: A national second-level museum with a collection of up to 2000 cultural relics! The architecture is magnificent and spectacular, with exhibits covering 5000 years, divided into three floors. 🚌: Route 19｜Get off at the intersection of Leshan Avenue 🎫: Reservation required ⏰: 9:00-17:00 🚊 Third Stop ➡ 📍 Nanhai Zen Temple 📝 Attraction: Founded during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, historically known as one of the 'Eight Scenic Spots of Caizhou', and claimed to be the largest temple in Asia. 📣 Visit: Guanyin Hall, Manjusri Hall, Samantabhadra Hall, White Saint Elder's Relic Pagoda, Mahavira Hall. 🚌: Runan 1/Runan 3 route｜Get off at Nanhai Bus Station 🎫: 39 yuan ⏰: 8:00-17:00 🚊 Fourth Stop ➡ 📍 Chaoyang Mountain Scenic Area 📝 Attraction: One of the places where Wu Cheng'en, the author of the classic Chinese novel 'Journey to the West', lived in seclusion and wrote, and also the main location for the TV series of 'Journey to the West'. 📣 Visit: South Mountain, North Mountain, Liufeng Mountain, Tianmo Lake, Pipa Lake. 🗺 Navigation: Chaoyang Mountain Scenic Area 🎫: 65 yuan ⏰: 8:30-17:00 🚊 Fifth Stop ➡ 📍 Old Leshan Scenic Area 📝 Attraction: Renamed Leshan in the fifth year of Dazhong Xiangfu of the Northern Song Dynasty to avoid the name of the Song ancestor Zhao Xuanlang, located at Beiquan Temple where Yan Zhenqing met his demise, and also has a group of ancient Taoist buildings known as 'Nine Palaces and Eight Views'. 📣 Visit: Leshan Sea of Clouds, Yuzhen Palace, Juxian Pavilion, Panlong Mountain, Three-faced Guanyin, Xiaoyao Pool. 🗺 Navigation: Old Leshan Scenic Area 🎫: 48 yuan ⏰: 8:30-17:30 🚊 Sixth Stop ➡ 📍 Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area 📝 Attraction: Named for its beautiful peaks and the frequent presence of white clouds. There is a Jade Emperor Temple on the mountain, and the scenery is very charming. 🗺 Navigation: Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area 🎫: 19.9 yuan ⏰: 8:00-18:00

Mount Chaya in Zhumadian, Henan | One of the filming locations for Journey to the West

Mount Chaya, a 5A-level tourist attraction, is located in Suiping County, Zhumadian City, Henan Province. The TV series Journey to the West was once filmed here, making it the largest attraction in Suiping County. As soon as you enter the scenic area, you are greeted by statues from Journey to the West, even the trash cans are themed with characters from the show. 🌟Attraction Features: 1⃣️Many people in Wuhan have not heard of Mount Chaya, but it is the famous filming location of Journey to the West. 2⃣️The scenic area's main attraction is its rocks; there are various strange and naturally formed rocks, and the experience of walking through this 'stone forest' is truly unique in the country. There are huge rocks that resemble monkeys, as well as the Pipa Rock, among others. 3⃣️The mountain is quite large, and you can take a 'magic carpet' (similar to an elevator, you sit on it, and the whole trip costs 40 RMB per person) to go up. 🎈Travel Tips: ⚡Do not wear leather shoes! Do not wear leather shoes! Otherwise, you will regret your decision😂, be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes or sneakers. ✨The steps are quite steep, it is not recommended to bring the elderly or very young children to climb the mountain 🎫Ticket: 65 RMB per person, half-price ticket 32 RMB per person, available for purchase on-site or online in advance ⏰Opening Hours: From 7:30 AM 📍Location: 【Mount Chaya, Zhumadian, Henan】 🚇Transportation: (Wuhan-Zhumadian West) High-speed train takes 1h17m in total, there are buses from Zhumadian city area to Suiping County, and from the entrance of Ren'an Hospital in Suiping County, there is a bus to the scenic area, 10 RMB per person, and it takes half an hour to arrive.

Yanqi Mountain--One of the filming locations of Journey to the West

This is the easiest mountain I have climbed, and also the one with the most surprises. This is one of the filming locations of the 1986 version of 'Journey to the West', located in Suiping, Zhumadian! Before coming here, I never thought that just by stones, a mountain's beauty could be upheld. In the winter when the vegetation is withered, looking at the strange rocks and peaks is really the best choice for a trip. The altitude here is not high, and there are no particularly steep steps. Along the way, I saw many children and elderly people climbing. This trip to Zhumadian really brought me too many surprises! Zhumadian is very good, I will come again next time!

Visit the 'Largest Temple in Asia' for blessings—Nanhai Zen Temple

Location: Runan County, Zhumadian City Time: 8:00-17:00 (Entry stops at 16:00) Parking: 10 yuan/day Nanhai Zen Temple One of the 'Eight Scenic Spots of Caizhou' from the Ming Dynasty, it is the largest Buddhist temple in Asia with exquisite carving art and a magnificent presence. Locals call it 'Little Nanhai' because it was renovated in imitation of the Putuo Temple in the South Sea, but on a smaller scale, hence the nickname. Mahavira Hall (three-layered eaves) The main building, Mahavira Hall, is larger than the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City, known as 'Asia's No. 1 Hall.' In front of it is the Heavenly Kings Hall, with sculptures of the Four Heavenly Kings and eight peculiar colored clay figures inside, followed by the Guanyin Hall, with the Wenshu Hall and Puxian Hall on the left and right. Bell Tower and Drum Tower (two-layered eaves) Located in front of the Mahavira Hall on the left and right sides, the Bell Tower serves as the God of Wealth Hall. Those who wish to 'strike it rich' can go worship the God of Wealth and tie a red string. Entrance Steps First, enter through the 'Non-Duality' gate, then pass the 'Six Realms of Samsara Pillars,' and afterwards reach the 'Three-Faced Guanyin Statue.' The three faces represent: the light of Prajna, the purity of the lotus Dharma body. Embracing Buddha's feet, also known as paying homage to Buddha's feet, requires walking to the top of the Buddha hall, right under Guanyin's feet, and circling clockwise three times before embracing with both hands and pressing one's forehead to Guanyin's toes; when taking a photo with Guanyin, it is customary to have Guanyin beside you, not directly above you; avoid disrespectful gestures such as supporting Guanyin; praying to Guanyin for children is very efficacious, and many pilgrims return to fulfill their vows.

Runan Nanhai Zen Temple in Zhumadian, Henan ▏Experience the serene beauty of nature with your soul

Title: 😍 Today, I want to share with you a temple that is unbelievably beautiful! Let's take a look together! 🤩 🌸 This temple is located in Runan, Zhumadian, China, and is called Nanhai Zen Temple. It boasts not only a long history but also enchanting scenery! Every corner exudes a tranquil and harmonious atmosphere, as if you are in a fairyland. 🕊️ 🏯 As soon as you step into the Zen temple, you will be immediately captivated by its architecture. The glazed tiles are painted with lifelike images, and the golden halls are filled with a sense of mystery. The colorful flying eaves and corners, the smooth lines, and the exquisite carvings, every detail showcases the ancient wisdom and artistic talent of humanity. 🏰✨ 🍃 For thousands of years, this place has accumulated a profound cultural heritage. You can feel the intersection of the ancient and the modern in the unique incense culture, with pilgrims praying and chanting every day. Immersed in such an atmosphere, your soul will find great comfort and peace. 🙏💕

Zhumadian Culture | It's actually the largest in Asia, even bigger than the Forbidden City's Hall of Supreme Harmony!

In Zhumadian, located in southern Henan, lies a Buddhist temple that is not very famous nationwide or even within the province, but it is the largest in Asia, known as 'Asia's Largest Buddhist Temple'. Its Mahavira Hall is said to be even larger than the Forbidden City's Hall of Supreme Harmony. The temple's origins can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty, and although it has been rebuilt, it is still majestic and awe-inspiring. 💁 Travel Tips: Nanhai Zen Temple is located in Runan, Zhumadian, and it is a paid attraction with a large parking lot in front. What impressed me the most was the service of the staff and the fair pricing of the incense sellers outside, who do not overcharge and thoughtfully tell you how much to buy without waste. When inquiring about the price of the sightseeing car at the ticket office, the staff, upon understanding our situation, felt that we did not need to buy tickets and kindly suggested that we could do without the sightseeing car. After entering the scenic area through the mountain gate, you still need to walk about 500 meters to the core area. The road is flat, and if there are no elderly people, there really is no need for the sightseeing car. Entering through the Cooperation Gate is the Hall of Heavenly Kings, and crossing the stone bridge after passing through the Hall of Heavenly Kings is the Mahavira Hall, with the bell and drum towers on both sides. Behind the Mahavira Hall are the Circular Hall, the Samantabhadra Hall, and the Manjusri Hall. ❤️ Practical Information: ①Address: Nanhai Avenue, Runan County, Zhumadian City ②Ticket Price: 60 ③Opening Hours: 8:00—17:00

Nanhai Zen Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Asia

Nanhai Zen Temple is located in Runan County, Zhumadian City, and has a history of thousands of years. It was rebuilt in the 1980s and 1990s by Master Mingcheng with a huge amount of money. The Zen temple is surrounded by Ru River on three sides, the temple area is open, the architecture is numerous, the pagoda is magnificent, and the Lin Palace is dazzling. It is known as the largest Buddhist temple in Asia and is a national 4A scenic spot. Enter from the west gate, walk a long way, and the fragrance of osmanthus is refreshing. After the cooperation gate, pass the Heavenly King Hall, stand on the Three Hearts Bridge, calm and peaceful, look at the bell tower and drum tower on the right and left, and worship the Daxiong Hall in front, majestic and solemn. On the east side is the Manjusri Hall, on the west side is the Samantabhadra Hall, and behind is the Guanyin Hall, with a thousand hands and a thousand eyes. The North Mountain Gate has twelve archways, which are unique.

There are many famous mountains and rivers in Henan, but the Laole Mountain in Zhumadian is definitely a special existence because its altitude is not high, but the floor space is very large. This time I came here and strolled in the drizzle, but I didnt have any fun. It is a natural and natural oxygen bar for health and leisure vacations. It is also a famous Taoist mountain. Although many amusement facilities cannot be played, it is also good to feel the Taoist culture in the Taoist temple here.

Lao Leshan can be seen from the name of the mountain as a Taoist mountain. It used to be the famous Taoist mountain in the Central Plains. According to historical records, Leshan had built a Taoist temple during the Sui and Tang Dynasties. It reached its peak in the Northern Song Dynasty and built the "eight palaces and two views and one worship platform". This shows that the scale of Leshan Taoism is great.

When I arrived in Zhumadian City, the weather began to become gloomy and rainy. It rained all night, and there was no sign of stopping after the daylighted up. Although the weather is not good, it does not affect my interest in traveling. In the morning we drove to the Laole Mountain Scenic Area. Old Leshan is more like a large ecological park, perfect for weekend trips or regular stays.

Hot Spring Resort is a resort and leisure hotel that integrates accommodation, bathing and dining. The hotel suites are spacious and comfortable, perfect for a relaxing break. Spring Resort has dozens of large and small hot springs, indoor and outdoor hot springs, what wine baths, milk baths can be appreciated. Because of the large area and many hot springs, the passenger flow is well dispersed. Here, you can enjoy a quiet and relaxing atmosphere.

The on-site restaurant specializes in health cards, the environment is extravagant and luxurious, with the privacy and good service of the clubhouse, it is the first choice for vacation and leisure. The dishes here are exquisite and delicate, with both local characteristics of Henan and exquisite and elegant styles. Staying here, there are delicious food, there is time to stay for a while, taste good.