What's the difference between Henan and Hebei tourism?

There are many differences in tourism between Henan and Hebei. The following are specific comparisons:

1. History and culture: Henan, as one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization, is rich in historical and cultural heritages, such as Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang, Shaolin Temple in Songshan, Zhengzhou and Hengshan Mountain in Kaifeng. Hebei is one of the important birthplaces of China's ancient culture, and it is an important symbol of China culture such as Qingling, chengde mountain resort and Shanhaiguan.

2. Geographical differences: Henan is located in the middle of China and is an important transportation and logistics center. The terrain is flat and the climate is mild, and the tourism resources are mainly distributed in the central and southern regions. Hebei, on the other hand, is located in North China Plain, and its tourism resources are mainly concentrated in Taihang Mountain, North China Plain and Bohai Bay Waterfront.

3. Level of tourist attractions: There are different levels of tourist attractions in Henan and Hebei, among which there are 13 AAAAA-level scenic spots in Henan, such as Shaolin Temple Scenic Area, Longmen Grottoes Scenic Area and Central Plains Giant Buddha Scenic Area. There are 9 AAAAA-level scenic spots in Hebei Province, including Shanhaiguan Scenic Spot, Qingling Scenic Spot and Wagong Scenic Spot.

4. Number of tourists and income: In 20 18, Henan received 785 million domestic and foreign tourists, and the total tourism income was 81200 million yuan. Hebei's tourism revenue in that year was relatively low, and the specific data may not be clear.

5. Tourism popularity: Some scenic spots in Henan, such as Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes, Kengyuan and Kaifeng House, are well-known and deeply loved by tourists. In contrast, there are relatively few well-known tourist attractions in Hebei. Except Beidaihe, Shanhaiguan, and Qing Dongling, other scenic spots may be relatively unknown.

To sum up, Henan and Hebei have their own characteristics in tourism. Henan attracts tourists with its rich historical and cultural background and vast Central Plains, while Hebei is loved by tourists with its unique geographical location and natural landscapes such as Taihang Mountain and Bohai Bay.