2020 North China Self-Driving Tour Route Recommended Where to Go for Northeastern Self-Driving Tour

The most suitable way to travel during National Day this year is definitely a self-driving trip. But if you plan to drive by yourself, you must prepare the route in advance. In Northeast China and North China, if you want to go on a self-driving tour, it is recommended that you take two self-driving tours, one is along the Yellow River line, and the other is along the Bohai Sea. You can choose the appropriate route according to your own needs. Along the Yellow River

You will follow this route all the way north, upstream to follow the footsteps of the Yellow River. The first half of the journey is mostly filled with historical and cultural attractions. In the southwest of Shanxi, go deep into Hedong, the birthplace of the Yellow River Civilization. The Zhuolu War that broke out here formed the prototype of the Chinese nation.

Then continue north, feeling the sometimes unrestrained and sometimes tender Yellow River water along the way until the Yellow River enters the first bay in Shanxi - Laoniu Bay. The route of the entire journey is mostly provincial roads, county roads, even rural roads and unknown roads. Sometimes you need to cross mountains and ridges to see the unique scenery, but it also gives you more opportunities to experience the customs and customs of the Yellow River up close. Highlights of the route

Yuncheng

It is the only place in China where there were salt ponds first and then a city was built to meet the needs of salt transportation. Yuncheng Yanchi (Salt Lake District in the south of the city; free) has naturally become the most important symbol of the city. The salt pond was formed about 20 million years ago. According to records, Chinese ancestors consumed salt here more than 5,000 years ago. It is known as the "three largest sodium sulfate inland salt lakes in the world" together with the Augdine Salt Lake in Utah, USA and the Kuchuk Salt Lake in Siberia, Russia. It is long from east to west, narrow from north to south, high on all sides and low in the middle, with a circumference of 60 kilometers.

The rich prehistoric civilization and long-standing Chinese legends have given birth to a rich Hedong culture. Local people with some knowledge will also talk about "this place was first called China". Although it is not yet known how accurate this statement is, at least the national treasure-level cultural relics and ruins blooming in and around Yuncheng are enough to make you admire it with admiration. From the largest Jiezhou Guandi Temple in the country, to the Yongle Palace murals that are comparable to the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, to countless unknown but valuable monuments, any traveler who loves history and culture can start here. Returned satisfied.

Jiezhou Guandi Temple

Jiezhou Guandi Temple (locally pronounced "hài") is the largest Guandi Temple in China. Jiezhou is the hometown of the "Martial Saint" Guan Gong. The history of building the Guandi Temple can be traced back to the Sui Dynasty. It underwent many large-scale repairs and expansions from the Song and Yuan Dynasties to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Because of the transcendent title Guan Yu received, the grade of the entire Guandi Temple is also quite high.

The entire building complex is laid out in the way that Chinese emperors sleep in front and back. After crossing the glazed four-dragon screen wall, starting from Duanmen, and passing through Pheasant Gate, Meridian Gate and Yushu Tower along the central axis, there is The main hall, Chongning Hall, has a mural of "Guan Yu rode alone for thousands of miles" on the wall of the hall. There is a stone bench in front of the hall, which is said to be used by Guan Gong to sharpen his Qinglong Yanyue Sword. Further inside, behind Qisu Qianqiu Fang is the Chunqiu Building, the main building of the harem. The building itself has two unique features, one is the cantilevered beams and columns on the second floor, and the other is the top of the building facing the Big Dipper. To the south of the Guandi Temple is the Jieyi Garden, which was built in the Wanli year of the Ming Dynasty. There are three pillars inside, which are said to be the incarnations of Guan Yu.

Yongle Palace

Yongle Palace, also known as "Dachunyang Longevity Palace", was originally located in Yongle Town, the hometown of Taoist teacher Zulu Dongbin on the bank of the Yellow River. In the late 1950s, due to the national The Sanmenxia Reservoir was built and the entire Yongle Palace was moved to its current location. Don't miss the "Chaoyuan Picture" in the Sanqing Hall. It was painted by the Yuan Dynasty painter Ma Junxiang and his disciples. It depicts the story of gods worshiping Yuanshi Tianzun. There are 286 figures. The scene is broad and magnificent. It can be called a classic among ancient Chinese murals. excellent work.

Going through Sanqing Hall, there are Chunyang Hall and Chongyang Hall to the north, which are dedicated to Lu Dongbin and Wang Chongyang and their disciples "Seven Immortals" respectively. There are also a large number of exquisite murals on the walls of the two halls. . There are three major Chunyang Palaces in Shanxi Province. The Yongle Palace in Ruicheng is the "South Palace", the "North Palace" is in the ancient city of Datong, and the "Middle Palace" is in Taiyuan City. Bohai Rim

The coast is the fastest growing region in China, even the Bohai Bay, which has been slightly less developed in recent years. There is basically no need to consider road conditions when driving here, and you can use the highway to quickly reach your next stop. If you have plenty of time, you can also take the national highway that is free and has good road conditions. If you take a more detour toward the coast, you can enjoy the scenery of the coastal road.

Bohai Bay is also the first place in China to accept Western culture. Dalian, Tianjin, Qingdao and other major cities have Western architectural districts full of "foreign flavor", but at the same time, people here stick to their local culture and pride in their hometown. Drive with confidence and enjoy the seafood. The Bohai Sea Route will be a leisurely self-driving trip. Highlight of the route Dalian

Dalian is the least "Northeastern" city in the Northeast. There is no cold winter of minus 30 degrees Celsius. It faces the sea. It has started foreign exchanges and trade very early. There are many traces left during the Japanese occupation. The architecture and urban planning make Dalian look more like Qingdao or Weihai. Even Dalian dialect and Northeastern dialect are two completely different concepts. Dalian dialect belongs to Yan language and is closer to Shandong dialect.

Dalian people have created a series of beaches, coastal sightseeing lines, aquariums, amusement parks and seafood stalls, making the seaside city's signature ingrained. Binhai Road connects many scenic spots, and people taking wedding photos and intimate couples can be seen everywhere.

One day is not enough to visit Dalian. A more careful tour will take at least three days.

One day, prepare a pair of comfortable shoes and plenty of energy, and take in the most wonderful sea views in Dalian along Binhai Road. The other day is reserved for Dalian Forest Zoo or Laohutan Ocean Park.

We have one day left to wander around the city. We must go to Zhongshan Square. This circular square has the largest number of historical buildings from the Japanese occupation period. It is very beautiful when lit up in the evening. , but there are many people and cars, so you can enjoy the architecture more calmly if you go for a walk at midnight. Parking is a hassle, I recommend you park away from the square and walk over. If you come during the sea season, don’t forget to taste the Dalian seafood.

Red Beach (Panjin)

Red Beach can be seen in many posts on the Internet similar to "Top Ten Must-Go Attractions in China". Every summer and autumn, the sea at the mouth of the Liaohe Delta becomes red, forming a unique landscape. This is a plant that can survive on saline-alkali soil - Suaeda sasolensis. It is bright red in spring and gradually becomes darker as the season goes by.

"National Day" is the best season to visit Red Beach, and it is also the worst season. People who don't know the truth flock to it, and the impression is greatly reduced. In fact, except for April when Suaeda germinates for the first time, the color begins to turn darker from May onwards. By July and August, it is already so red it hurts your retinal nerves.

You might as well time your visit around the daily high and low tides. The seawater flows into the ravines of the Red Beach, just like the blood vessels of the earth. The Suaeda grass washed by the seawater is sparkling and translucent, and it is highly praised by photographers. . Tide times can be checked on the official Weibo @Panjin Red Beach Scenic Area.

Jinzhou

Jinzhou is located in the easternmost part of the Western Liaoning Corridor, bordering the Bohai Sea to the south and the Songling Mountains to the north. It is an important transportation artery connecting Northeast China and North China. In September 1948, the Jinzhou Campaign in the Liaoshen Campaign started here. In addition to the memorials recording the war, there are also many historical sites to visit.

The Guangji Temple Pagoda was built by Yelu Hongji, the Daozong of the Liao Dynasty, to enshrine his mother’s relics. During its more than 900 years of existence, it has experienced wind, rain, and artillery fire. The eaves of the tower have long since disappeared. The current 13-story The eaves of the tower were restored according to its architectural structure.

The amazing thing is that the brick Buddha statues on the 8 sides of the tower have been well preserved. The Guangji Temple on the north side of the pagoda was built in the Liao Dynasty and was destroyed by war many times. It was rebuilt during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty and contains the Imperial Palace, the Heavenly King Palace, the Stele Pavilion and the side halls. There is also a Mazu temple in the temple, which was funded and built by sea merchants from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Fujian during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty.

The Jinzhou Museum on the north side of Guangji Temple is small in scale. It exhibits paleontological fossils, Liaoxi folk daily necessities and exquisite collections. Many of them are domestic orphans and can be visited by the way.

Travellers who have plenty of time and are interested in ancient Chinese architecture and Buddhist statues can take a 1-hour drive to Fengguo Temple in Yixian County. Fengguo Temple is called the Great Buddha Temple by the locals. The seven Buddhas in the Main Hall are more than 9 meters high. They are the largest existing painted clay Buddha statues in China. They have a history of nearly a thousand years. Although they have gone through wars, the Buddha statues are well preserved.