Trip Introduction:
Located in the central plains, Ping Yao ancient city had been made well known to the world outside of China by the award winning film “Raise the Red Lantern” in 1991. In 1997, Ping Yao also became enlisted as UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage Site for its intact Ming Dynasty Wall, and buildings remaining from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was China’s financial capital during the late Qing Dynasty with more than half of China’s financial institutions, among them is Rishengchang which is known as the first bank, and is located inside the city walls. Most people think of Ping Yao as more of a cultural and historical destination for its rich commerce and feudal history. While this is true to a great extend, as much of its charm rests within the old city walls, we’ll also be visiting some of the hidden gems outside of the Pingyao Old City which are less mentioned in popular tourist guides, but will certainly give you more insight into the area. The special highlights of this trip will include a noodle making show, as well as a side trip to an ancient fortress with secret underground passageways, and a visit to a cave village that is typical in the yellow earth plateau of the region.
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May Long Weekend in Pingyao Ancient City