Autumn break is here — come visit the Huangcheng Xiangfu tourism area. A cool breeze gently sweeps across the Taihang Mountains, painting the ancient castle in the soft hues of early winter.
The free admission autumn break benefit has already been live for a week! Children from Jincheng, Changzhi, Xinzhou, and Yuncheng have already rushed to check in at the ancient castle. The Yuncheng session is also about to wrap up.
For those little ones from Taiyuan, Datong, Shuozhou, Linfen, Lüliang, Yangquan, and Jinzhong who haven't set off yet — pay attention! Your castle carnival is about to begin!
A special double bonus exclusively for Shanxi primary and secondary school students is ready: ✅ Free access to four major scenic areas ✅ Big discounts on hotel stays for accompanying parents.
Event period: November 4 – November 17. Choose from three hotels with different styles to suit various family needs; Xiangfu VIP Tower | The prime castle location — step out the door and you're right at Huangcheng Xiangfu. The location is unbeatable! Whenever you're tired from exploring, return to your room to rest — zero hassle when traveling with kids. Xiangfu Hotel | The high-value-for-money pick — convenient location, cozy and clean rooms, focused on being worry-free and affordable. Xiangfu Manor Hotel | The mountain retreat option — nestled among the hills and forests, open the window to gentle early winter scenery. Quiet and healing — wake to birdsong in the morning and gaze at starlight at night.
Discount rules (exclusive to accompanying parents): ▪ Standard/Twin room: 100 yuan off per room ▪ Family room: 200 yuan off per room. Package options: ▪ Package A: Discounted room + breakfast for two — sleep in until you naturally wake up before heading out; no more rushing to beat the crowds. ▪ Package B: Family meal (2 adults + 1 child / 2 adults + 2 children) — no need to search everywhere for food; the whole family can enjoy an easy meal. ✨ Bonus perk: Stay consecutive nights at Xiangfu Manor and enjoy free access to table tennis and billiards facilities — double the fun in your downtime!
Exclusive benefits for Shanxi primary and secondary school students are now live. 【Exclusive Benefit | Free Access to Four Major Scenic Areas】 Eligible participants: All primary and secondary school students in Shanxi Province. Benefits include: Tickets to four major scenic areas — Huangcheng Xiangfu, Guoyu Ancient City, Xiangfu Manor, and Haihui Academy — plus shuttle transportation within the scenic areas. Entry verification: Student ID, campus card, enrollment certificate, ID card, or household registration booklet — any one of these will do. 💡 Key point: Tickets are valid for 3 days! You can enter repeatedly and take your time exploring — no need to rush through like a quick glance.
Staggered schedule by city: ▪ Jincheng, Changzhi, Xinzhou, Yuncheng — autumn break has ended. ▪ Taiyuan, Datong, Shuozhou, Linfen | Nov 11–15 (starting soon). ▪ Lüliang, Yangquan | Nov 13–17 (starting soon). ▪ Jinzhong | Subject to each school's autumn break notice.
Four major scenic areas to explore — endless castle fun. Huangcheng Xiangfu — immersive performances rotate continuously. "Welcoming the Imperial Procession," "Prosperous Eight Tones," and "Yangcheng Drum Ballad" live-action shows keep the excitement going! You can also get free ancient costume rentals, interact with NPCs in challenge games, collect silver tickets, and time-travel back to a Ming-Qing dynasty castle in an instant. Xiangfu Manor — the kids' happy planet. Petting zoo, bumper cars, and laser shooting are all free to play! There's also the popular glass sky bridge (only 3 yuan for mandatory shoe covers) — the top choice for burning off energy. ⚠️ Friendly reminder: Playground equipment undergoes maintenance every Monday and will be temporarily closed. Guoyu Ancient City — touch the warmth of village life. Stroll through the honeycomb castle's deep ancient alleys, visit the Yu Tower and Tang Emperor Temple, and read the stories of the Taihang ancient village written in its weathered old walls. Haihui Academy — a serene retreat among mountains and water. Boat on the Twin Pagoda Lake, ride a bamboo raft or lotus-pod boat drifting slowly along — breeze accompanies the scent of books, quiet and picture-perfect.
Spend the day exploring the castle, watching performances, and feeding the animals to your heart's content. Return to the hotel in the evening to rest and unwind. Kids enjoy free admission, parents enjoy big discounts on accommodation. No travel anxiety — just a relaxed early winter getaway. Pack your documents, bring your family, and take advantage of the holiday to enjoy an early winter rendezvous at the Taihang ancient castle!
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