Just got back from Jinzhou, and the aftereffects are really strong.
🌅 "You have to love something; you can't be swallowed up by this boring life." In July, with perfect sunshine and a gentle breeze, I set foot on the charming land of Jinzhou and embarked on an unforgettable journey. Now, I’m sharing the most comprehensive July Jinzhou travel guide with you all 👇
🕙 Travel Time: July is summer in Jinzhou, the weather is quite hot, but it’s also a great season for seaside tourism, allowing you to fully enjoy the sunshine, beaches, and sea. At the same time, Jinzhou hosts various summer cultural and tourism events, making it lively and bustling.
📍 Must-Visit Attractions:
🎈 Liaoshen Campaign Memorial Hall: A national first-class museum and a national patriotism education base. Here you can fully understand the magnificent history of the Liaoshen Campaign and feel the bravery of the revolutionary predecessors. The panoramic painting hall "Conquering Jinzhou" inside is a must-see, with vivid and lifelike scenes that seem to take you back to that war-torn era.
🎈 Bijia Mountain: A magical land-connected island shaped like a pen rack, hence the name. The "disappearing and appearing" tidal bridge is a natural masterpiece. Be sure to check the tide schedule in advance, walk on this bridge, and experience the magic of the sea. The island also has many cultural relics worth exploring.
🎈 Beiputuo Mountain: Known as "Liaoxi’s Number One Cave Paradise" and "The First Buddhist Mountain Outside the Pass," it is the manifestation site of Guanyin Bodhisattva in the north. The area is heavily forested with fresh air, a natural oxygen bar. Stroll along the mountain paths, enjoy the forest scenery, visit ancient temples, and feel the tranquility and peace.
🎈 Guangji Temple Pagoda (Ancient Pagoda Park): The ancient pagoda from the Liao Dynasty is a landmark of Jinzhou’s old city and the tallest ancient building in the Liaoxi region. Besides the pagoda, the park also preserves a petrified wood forest relocated here, dating back about 150 million years, looking like wood but not wood, like stone but not stone, witnessing the vicissitudes of time.
🎈 Liaoxi Jiuhuashan (Little Potala Palace): No need to travel far to Tibet to experience Tibetan culture. This building, modeled after the Potala Palace, looks like a dreamland under the night lights. The mountain also features mini versions of the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven’s Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, and other ancient-style pavilions, perfect for photo ops.
🎈 Shiqiaozi Morning Market: Known as "Asia’s Largest Morning Market," it offers everything from fried dough sticks and soy milk to shumai and mutton soup, with a wide variety of delicious foods at very affordable prices, letting you fully experience the vibrant local life.
🎈 Linghe Night Market: Stretching 586 meters with over 1,200 food stalls, it’s a paradise for food lovers. Cuisines from all over the country gather here, allowing you to stroll and eat while enjoying the lively and joyful night atmosphere.
🎈 Jinzhou Expo Park: The world’s largest seaside garden expo park, where you can admire various styles of garden landscapes and enjoy exciting night events such as large-scale music and light shows, with dazzling lights and spectacular performances that captivate visitors.
🍱 Food Recommendations:
🍖 Jinzhou Barbecue: A must-try in Jinzhou, everything can be grilled—lamb skewers, chicken wings, squid, etc., sizzling with oil, paired with garlic chili sauce and garlic, it’s incredibly fragrant.
🐦 Roasted Pigeon: Crispy outside, tender inside, full of aroma, one bite brings a sense of happiness.
🥩 Guobaorou (Sweet and Sour Pork): Sweet and sour, crispy on the outside, tender meat inside, a classic representative of Northeast Chinese cuisine.
🥧 Stewed Pancake: Iron pot firewood stewed green beans with ribs, cornmeal pancake simmered on the pot’s edge, soaked with meat aroma, a "carb bomb" but really delicious.
🥔 Doupi (Bean Curd Skin): Jinzhou’s doupi has a unique texture and can be eaten cold, in hot pot, or rolled up, offering a special flavor.
🏠 Accommodation Recommendations:
🏨 Guesthouses near Linghe/Ancient Pagoda Night Market: Rated above 4.5, excellent location, convenient travel, quick access to night markets for tasting local food.
🏨 Holiday Inn Jinzhou Central Street Train Station: Rated 4.8, close to Jinzhou Station and Ancient Pagoda Night Market, perfect for enjoying a leisurely afternoon tea, visiting popular morning and night markets, with various room types including family-themed rooms.
🏨 Yujinxiang Hotel Jinzhou Central Street: Rated 4.8, near Linghe Night Market and Ancient Pagoda Night Market, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering wide views, a brand-new smart hotel with complete facilities.
📌 Tips:
1. Be sure to check the tide schedule before going to Bijia Mountain to avoid missing the tidal bridge.
2. Shiqiaozi Morning Market opens at 5 a.m. in summer; it’s recommended to go after 6:30 a.m. when most stalls are open.
3. Linghe Night Market is crowded; keep your belongings safe and avoid wearing open-toe shoes.
4. July is hot; take sun protection and heatstroke prevention measures, bring a sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.
🌈 On this trip to Jinzhou, I gained beautiful scenery, delicious food, and wonderful memories. This charming city has both historical depth and modern vitality. If you want a different travel experience, why not come and see Jinzhou?