A Must-Read for Travel Newbies: Jiexiu's Hidden Gems Revealed

Hey guys, here's a super fun guide to Jiexiu✨

I went to Jiexiu a while ago and fell in love with it! Now I'm sharing my treasure guide with you👇

Preparation

Check the weather in advance🌤 Prepare comfortable sneakers👟 Bring your camera, Jiexiu's beauty is worth capturing📷 Don't forget sunscreen and rain gear.

Transportation Guide

It's super convenient to take the high-speed train to Jiexiu East Station. After getting off the train, you can take a taxi or bus to the city center. You can also take a taxi or ride a shared e-bike🛵 Super convenient.

Ticket Information

Many attractions can be booked online in advance, such as Mianshan Scenic Area. Buying tickets in advance can save time and may even offer discounts😎

Attractions

- Mianshan: The scenery is amazing, with a perfect blend of natural and cultural landscapes. There is a spectacular cliffside walkway, which is super exciting to walk on😱 There are also ancient temples with a strong historical flavor.

- Zhangbi Ancient Castle: A thousand-year-old castle with a dual military defense system above and below ground. Walking through the alleys is like traveling through time🧐

- Houtu Temple: The glazed architecture is stunning and colorful. As a Taoist temple, it carries a deep historical and cultural heritage, and is great for photos📸

Food Exploration

- Jiexiu Guanmian Sugar: Sweet and crispy, with a mouthful of sesame flavor, it is a traditional specialty of Jiexiu and a must-try😍

- Jiexiu Fried Sausage: Unique taste, with garlic vinegar sauce, sour and spicy, you'll love it at first bite🥣

Local Customs

The people of Jiexiu are warm and hospitable, and you can feel the strong Shanxi flavor here. There are also lively temple fairs every year, with various folk performances, which are very lively🎉

Travel Route Planning

Day 1: Go to Mianshan in the morning and spend the whole day immersed in the beautiful scenery; return to the city center in the evening to try some local food.
Day 2: Visit Zhangbi Ancient Castle, and go to Houtu Temple in the afternoon to experience the charm of history and art.

Guys, this is a great way to enjoy Jiexiu, so get ready😘