Things to do in Xuchang

曹魏古城是在汉末曹魏都城许昌的基础上复建的古城景区，其中有各类吃喝玩乐的店铺，以及曹丞相府和春秋楼等景点，临近还有胖东来商业中心。总的来说，是许昌市区内的核心景区，大概可以花费一两天的时间进行游玩

Aside from inclement weather, there are some short shows in the evenings, with the program changing daily. When I went, it was raining, so there were no shows that evening. Day and night tickets are valid for multiple entries within a day.

Overall, it's alright. It's mostly artificially renovated. We went on the first day of the Lunar New Year, and it started snowing shortly after we entered the scenic area, which made it a beautiful sight. In Xuchang, it's worth visiting historical sites. Although it lacks the hustle and bustle of a modern city, it has a low-key and understated historical weight, making it very suitable for family travel.

The attraction isn't large, consisting mainly of antique-style buildings themed around the Three Kingdoms period, featuring Cao Cao and Guan Yu. The clay sculptures and couplets depicting the Five Tiger Generals and the founding team of the Shu Han dynasty are quite interesting. After entering through the ceremonial gate, you can strike the bell and drum towers on either side.

This ticket grants access to three attractions in Shenhou Ancient Town: the Ceramics Bureau, the Bolingweng Temple, and the Guandi Temple. The Ceramics Bureau, with its Ming and Qing dynasty architecture and interior design, is definitely worth seeing, offering a wealth of information. The Bolingweng Temple and Guandi Temple opera stages are unique in their architectural style, serving two functions in one building: the front is the temple gate, and the back is the opera stage. This is the first time I've seen such ancient architecture, showcasing the wisdom and craftsmanship of our ancestors. The People's Cinema's immersive digital light show, offering a breathtaking experience of "myriad colors emerging from the kiln," is also well worth watching.

We visited the hot springs in Huadu with our family over the weekend and had a great experience in all aspects. The advertised area included a children's play area, which I highly recommend. The staff were very attentive, especially Aunt Xiaoli and Aunt Kenan, who helped us get water and tidy up our things. I'll definitely come back to try it next time. A brand new children's play area will be opening in mid-July; you should definitely bring your kids to experience it!

Dahongzhai has been completely transformed. The scenic area is now a beautiful landscape at every turn, integrating sightseeing, photo opportunities, a family-friendly park, a Buddhist temple, and guesthouses for relaxation.

If you have the chance to visit Xuchang, don't just stop at Pang Donglai Restaurant and leave. Xuchang's museums are definitely worth seeing. The Xuchang City Museum is a very large museum, but unfortunately, an important floor was under maintenance when I went, so I couldn't see it. I hope to have the opportunity to visit again next time and explore the entire museum.

✨Parent-child tour of Yuzhou Junguan Kiln, a wonderful journey of culture and fun✨ 🎉Some time ago, I took my children to Yuzhou Junguan Kiln. It was really a great parent-child experience and I must share it with you. 🎈The exhibition hall is rich in content Entering the Yuzhou Junguan Kiln Site Museum, it is like opening a thick history book of Jun porcelain. The six exhibition halls of the main exhibition hall have their own characteristics. "Dayu State" allows children to appreciate the long history and splendid culture of Yuzhou; "Bath of Fire for Thousands of Years" traces the development of Yuzhou ceramics, and children have a clear understanding of the development characteristics of Jun kiln in the Song and Yuan Dynasties. In the "Imperial Official Jun" exhibition hall, looking at those exquisite Song Dynasty Junguan Kiln artifacts, I have to sigh at the wisdom and skills of the ancients. The magic of Jun porcelain "one color in the kiln, thousands of colors out of the kiln" makes children stare at it, keep asking questions, and their curiosity is greatly satisfied 🎈Diverse experience activities The museum's Jun porcelain engineering technology research and development center is a favorite of children. Here, children can see the complete process of Jun porcelain production, including throwing, repairing, glazing and other processes, so that they know how difficult it is to make a piece of Jun porcelain. And they can also participate in the production in person, with professional masters guiding them. Children carefully experience the feeling of being a "Jun porcelain craftsman". Watching the Jun porcelain they made by themselves slowly take shape, the sense of accomplishment is almost overflowing. In addition, the museum's study package is also super cost-effective. 59.8 yuan includes six major projects: Jun porcelain hand-throwing, clay sculpture, porcelain painting, sachet DIY, traditional rubbings and Hanfu experience. Each project is guided by professional teachers. Children not only have fun, but also learn a lot of knowledge. The finished works can be taken home for free, which is very memorable. 🎈Good environment and service The museum has a unique architectural style, a perfect fusion of tradition and modernity, and it feels very comfortable to visit it. The hygiene in the museum is well maintained, clean and tidy, providing a good visiting environment for children. The staff are also very enthusiastic and patient. Any questions can be answered in time. The explanations of the guides are vivid and interesting. Not only can the children understand, but even we adults feel that we have benefited a lot. 🎈The surrounding facilities are complete The museum is very convenient for transportation. It is very convenient whether you drive or take public transportation. If you drive, there is a parking lot in the scenic area, and parking is very easy. There is also a Yuzhou intangible cultural heritage food (Yuzhou Thirteen Bowls) and an antique courtyard hotel (Xiyue Courtyard Hotel) around where you can taste local specialties. After visiting the museum, you can also go to the Intangible Cultural Heritage Cultural and Creative Gallery, which has a variety of exquisite handicrafts. The children picked some as gifts for their friends and were very happy. 💕In short, the Yuzhou Junguan Kiln Site Museum is a very suitable place for parent-child travel. It not only allows children to understand the rich knowledge of Jun porcelain culture, but also exercises their hands-on ability through various experience activities, and stimulates creativity and imagination. It is highly recommended to all parents. Be sure to bring your children here to experience the charm of the thousand-year-old Jun porcelain culture.

Cao Wei City That Never Sleeps is a charming tourist destination, worth a visit! When night falls, it is lit up by bright lights, like a dreamland. The quaint buildings are magnificent under the light, and the flying eaves and brackets seem to tell the past of the Three Kingdoms. The special snacks on both sides of the street are dazzling and fragrant. You can eat and walk around, and your taste buds are greatly satisfied. Various handicraft stalls are also very interesting, and you can find many unique gadgets. Performing arts activities are a highlight of Cao Wei City That Never Sleeps. Wonderful costume performances and lively folk activities, the actors are fully committed, allowing tourists to immerse themselves in the charm of the Three Kingdoms culture. Tourists seem to have traveled back to the era of heroes in laughter. The atmosphere here is lively, well-managed, and the environment and sanitation are well maintained. Whether it is a date between lovers or a family trip, Cao Wei City That Never Sleeps can bring an unparalleled happy experience that makes people linger.