Top 20 Best Things to Do in Yan'an

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I was originally torn between joining a group tour or chartering a car. The former offered a guide who could explain the route, rather than just visiting the area. Luckily, I chose this tour. Guide He was incredibly helpful and professional. He explained the scenery along the way and, at the most important sights, he also allowed us ample time for photos.

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Tour routes You can visit the temple first and then go to the tomb area of the Yellow Emperor. The temple has attractions such as the Yellow Emperor's hand planting cypress, the temple of the first ancestors of the humanities, and the Yellow Emperor's footprint stone. The Yellow Emperor's tomb area includes Hanwu Sendai, Longxi Pavilion, etc. Longxi Pavilion is the best place to take a panoramic view of the tomb.

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- Classic day trip: Yushugou + Longbagou + Mudangou. Take the Jingjiao bus to Yushugou, which is the essence of the attraction, known as the "photographer's paradise"; then go to Longbagou to experience the thrilling canyon adventure; Finally, go to Mudangou to enjoy the natural picture of red sandstone, moss and lichen symbiosis. ​- Two-day tour in depth: on the first day, Yushugou + Crescent Valley, stroll through it to enjoy the canyon scenery. On the second day, Huabaogou + the first-line sky, explore niche attractions and feel the unique charm of the canyon.

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There's a small hill with a pagoda on top. Tickets cost 60 yuan. You can take a sightseeing bus up and down, or walk down on your own. We chose to climb to the top on our own. Along the way, we could see old cave dwellings halfway up the mountain. The path is nestled among greenery (ง•̀_•́)ง🌲. We made the right choice to climb up on our own, and the pagoda is well preserved.

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Yangjialing is where Chairman Mao lived in Yan'an. The great people left a lot of footprints here, and wrote many famous anti-Japanese articles and literary works in the cave. Visiting Yangjialing is to carry out a revolutionary education along the footsteps of great people, which is very suitable for bringing children to experience a patriotic education.

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The Yanchuan Yellow River Qiankun Bay Scenic Area is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction built around the Yellow River. The river meanders majestically within the park, and Qiankun Bay itself, with its unique grandeur and scenery, was named one of China's ten most beautiful canyons by *China Geography Magazine*. The Yellow River, flowing for millennia, uniquely forms the "First Bend of the Yellow River"—Qiankun Bay—with a magnificent 320-degree arc within the Qin-Jin Grand Canyon of Yanchuan, Shaanxi. Here, the Yellow River changes its turbulent course, meandering like a dragon, perfectly blending the grandeur of the Loess Plateau with the philosophical concept of Yin and Yang, forming a naturally formed "Tai Chi diagram."

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The scenery is very good, there is also a memorial hall, and there are many contents to see at the old site of the artillery school. From Yan'an Railway Station, the tourist bus is directly accessible, and the one-way fare only costs ten yuan.

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## Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall: A Spiritual Torch in the Corridor of Time Deep within the folds of the Loess Plateau, the Yan River flows quietly, yet it tells the story of a period of turbulent times. The Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall is more than just a building; it serves as a spiritual bridge across time and space, connecting us closely to those turbulent years. Entering the memorial hall is like stepping into a corridor of time. From 1935 to 1948, this loess land served as a beacon for the Chinese revolution. The oil lamp in Mao Zedong's former residence, the spinning wheel used by Zhou Enlai, the kerosene lamp Zhu De used to review documents... Each artifact is more than a cold exhibit; it bears witness to history with warmth. They quietly recount the sleepless nights in the cave dwellings, the arduous struggles on the Loess Plateau, and the unwavering belief that "a single spark can start a prairie fire." The memorial hall's exhibition weaves a magnificent picture of revolution, weaving history as its warp and spirit as its weft. Here, you can see the simple outfit of the Red Army as they arrived in Yan'an during the Long March, feel the historical choices made during the formation of the Anti-Japanese National United Front, appreciate the ideological transformation of the Yan'an Rectification Movement, and experience the glorious moments of the Seventh National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Particularly moving are the ordinary yet remarkable stories: the soldiers' self-made efforts to cultivate wasteland and ensure adequate food and clothing, the intellectuals' arduous journey to Yan'an in pursuit of truth, the selfless dedication of ordinary people who nurtured the revolution with millet... These vivid historical details imbue the grand narrative with a human touch. The Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall not only records history but also carries on a spirit—the Yan'an spirit of seeking truth from facts, hard work, and wholehearted service to the people. This spirit transcends time and space, still shining brightly today, inspiring those striving in the new era. As you step outside the memorial hall and gaze back at the Loess Plateau, you may understand: Yan'an is not just a geographical location but a spiritual symbol. It reminds us that no matter how far we travel, we must never forget why we set out; no matter how times change, the power of faith never fades. What is on display here is history, what is passed on is faith, and what is awakened is the original intention. The Yan'an Revolution Memorial Hall awaits every visitor to find their own spiritual answers on this red land.

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The former site of Zaoyuan Revolution is a national scenic spot, located in the northwest of Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province. It is a garden-style revolutionary memorial site. It was originally a landlord's manor. After the CPC Central Committee settled in Yan'an, it was renamed as the station of the Central Ministry of Social Affairs and was renamed "Yanyuan". From 1944 to March 1947, members of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee moved to this place from Yangjialing, where they led the whole Party to carry out the rectification movement and the large-scale production movement carried out by the military and civilian forces in the liberated areas, and prepared the "Seventh National Congress" of the Communist Party of China.

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The performance was great. The actors were very serious and dedicated. They performed every day and repeated the same thing without any perfunctory attitude. Every sentence they recited was sonorous and passionate. Every move of the dance and aerial acrobatics reflected the hard training behind it. It is rare. Thank you for your hard work and for carrying forward the precious Yan'an spirit.