Get prepared for a journey through the pages of Chinese history, uncovering the mysteries of Kaifeng.
Your guide will greet you at your accommodation, all set to delve into the highlights of Kaifeng.
Begin your discovery from Kaifeng Millennium Park, accompanied by your guide, step through the majestic entrance into the world of the Qingming Festival Along the River. Delve into Song history, meander through ancient shops on Royal Street, witness performances such as Lord Bao and Miss Wang’s Wedding, and amble along the recreated Bian River, observing traditional boats.
Have lunch at a local eatery, where each dumpling is meticulously handcrafted using age-old techniques.
After it, you will be visiting, Kaifeng City Wall is a 2,300-year-old structure, that stands as one of China’s most well-preserved ancient walls. Learn about its function as a defensive barrier during the Warring States period and its role in pivotal battles, gaining insight into Kaifeng’s past and the wall’s strategic significance.
Then head to the Iron Pagoda of Kaifeng, this 55.88m, 13-story octagonal pagoda is actually built from glazed brick. Its brown-purple tones and intricate carvings lend it an iron-like appearance under sunlight. Within the complex, guides elucidate its architectural design and metallic aesthetic. As you explore Iron Pagoda Lake and Temple, listen to accounts of construction challenges and resilience in the face of disasters—bringing this thousand-year-old wonder vividly to life.
