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Once the capital of China and now the heart of the country's modern railway network, Zhengzhou offers fascinating historical and cultural sites, plus more than a few surprises for those who make the journey.
1/tab.galleryImage.size}Historic Zhengzhou is most famous for the UNESCO World Heritage Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu
2/tab.galleryImage.size}The capital of Henan Province, Zhengzhou is a modern city with Neolithic origins
3/tab.galleryImage.size}No visit to Zhengzhou is complete without a trip to Song Mountain, one of China’s Five Famous Mountains
4/tab.galleryImage.size}Get an insight into modern Chinese architecture, economy and society at Zhengzhou’s Zhengdong New District Financial Centre
5/tab.galleryImage.size}Discover ancient stone carvings, bronze wares and jade artefacts at Zhengzhou’s fascinating Henan Provincial Museum
6/tab.galleryImage.size}Take a day trip from Zhengzhou to the Longmen Grottoes and discover awe-inspiring rock carvings
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Historic Zhengzhou is most famous for the UNESCO World Heritage Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu
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The capital of Henan Province, Zhengzhou is a modern city with Neolithic origins
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No visit to Zhengzhou is complete without a trip to Song Mountain, one of China’s Five Famous Mountains
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Get an insight into modern Chinese architecture, economy and society at Zhengzhou’s Zhengdong New District Financial Centre
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Discover ancient stone carvings, bronze wares and jade artefacts at Zhengzhou’s fascinating Henan Provincial Museum
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Take a day trip from Zhengzhou to the Longmen Grottoes and discover awe-inspiring rock carvings
Things to do
We've chosen the must-see highlights of this fantastic city.
We've chosen the must-see highlights of this fantastic city.
Do
Practise kung-fu at Shaolin Temple
Located at the foothills of Mount Song, Shaolin Temple is the revered home of martial arts that has enlightened countless kung-fu practitioners. Its fame has been immortalised by Hong Kong novelist Louis Cha Leung-yung's martial-arts books, as well as action movies such as superstar Jet Li's The Shaolin Temple.
Known as Zhong Yue (middle mountain) of the Five Great Mountains, the mid-sized Mount Song can be tackled via a fairly easy climb but the easiest way up is by cable car.
Weiyi Road used to be home to the largest number of bars in Zhengzhou. Today, the number has shrunk but the nightlife remains alive and kicking. Nali Garden, located within the Weiyi Road bar area, is a magnet for office workers and young couples who favour its sophisticated décor and European feel.
Location
East side of a road 100 metres south of Jinliu Road and Weisan Road, Jinshui District
Marvel at the view of the Yellow River running through a gorge, looked over by 100-metre-tall hillside stone sculptures of ancient emperors Yandi and Huangdi.
Location
Bank of Yellow River, 20kms northwest of Zhengzhou
See
Longmen Grottoes
Situated in the suburb of Luoyang, Longmen Grottoes are known as one of the three greatest groups of Buddhist grottoes in China, along with Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes in Gansu Province, and Yungang Grottes near Datong, Shanxi Province. Luoyang is a two-hour drive from central Zhengzhou.
Location
Bank of Yi River, Luolong District, Luoyang, Lin City, Zhengzhou
Guancheng District has one of the largest Muslim communities in China. It is where Arab culture meets, mingles and melts with Chinese culture. The vibe of multiculturalism finds expression not least in food, as demonstrated by this restaurant that serves Chinese Islamic cuisine.
Take in the elegance of the ancient architecture while browsing through the old paintings, antique coins and stamps, or simply watch people passing by to get a feel of the local life.
Location
University Avenue, Huaihe East Road, Zhongyuan District (near Jintaicheng Lighting Wholesale Market)
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