Zhengzhou, China Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels Worldwide

If you want a place where you can have a respite from your travels or get away from the stresses of every day life, then Zhengzhou is the perfect vacation destination. There is little here in the way of scenic attractions, yet many tourists like visiting here just to relax. It is on the way to many popular tourist attractions, such as the Shaolin Temple and the Longmen Grottoes of Luoyang.

When in Zhengzhou, take time to visit the Henan Provincial Museum, where you will get a great lesson in Chinese culture and history. The exhibits are housed in a glass pyramid and the museum features seven exhibition halls. The most popular exhibits are the Bronze Ware Hall and the Jade Ware Hall. An audiotape in English, Japanese and Chinese will help you take the guided tour. Another important exhibit at this museum is dedicated to the February 7th Revolt in 1923.

The Shang City Ruins are located just outside the city. The Shang Dynasty is the earliest recorded dynasty in China, so when you visit this site, you will be looking at really ancient history. Learn about the influence of Taoism when you visit the Temple of the City God where the buildings still retain the typical Ming Chinese style. The statue of the City God is located in the Main Hall and is dressed in judicial costume.

With the large number of accommodations available in Zhengzhou, you can choose according to your taste and budget. Restaurants serve a wide variety of food and for the shopper there are numerous stores and shopping malls to visit. You certainly won't be disappointed when you choose to visit Zhengzhou.