Jiaozuo City lies in northwest Henan Province. Historically known as Shanyang, it was a center of early Chinese civilization, as evidenced by the Peiligang, Yangshao, and Longshan cultural sites.

Jiaozuo is the hometown of famous historical cultural figures like Sima Yi, Han Yu, and Li Shangyin. It is also recognized as the birthplace of Tai Chi in China.

Jiaozuo is China's first city awarded the UNESCO City of Outstanding Tourism Services. It is home to scenic spots like Mount Yuntai, Mount Shennong, Qingtian River, Lian He Tomb, Yuanrong Wuge Zen Temple, Chenjia Gully, and Jiaying Taoist Temple.

Jiaozuo represents the integration of natural landscape, history, and culture in northwestern Henan Province. Visitors can admire its natural beauty while tracing the roots of Chinese civilization.

Best Travel Time

Spring and Autumn

Suggested playing days

4 days

Local climate

Warm temperate sub humid monsoon climate

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