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China

Handan / The hidden treasure of Hebei

MeowScore 😸83/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

Stunning Peach Blossom Festival.

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january

Visit Handan for the beautiful ice sculptures at Xuegong Mountain (冰雪节).

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february

Celebrate Lantern Festival (元宵节) with colorful lantern displays and traditional snacks.

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march

Explore the ancient ruins and temples during the mild spring weather.

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april

Attend the international Peach Blossom Festival (桃花节) and witness the stunning bloom.

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may

Enjoy the picturesque scenery and pleasant climate at Xiangtangshan Grottoes.

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june

Escape the summer heat and hike on the scenic Taihang Mountain (太行山).

🎭
july

Learn about local customs and traditions at the Handan International Folk Arts Festival.

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august

Cool off at Handan Water Park (邯郸市水上公园) and enjoy water activities.

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september

Taste delicious Handan pomegranates at the Pomegranate Cultural Festival.

🍂
october

Experience the vibrant autumn foliage at Fengfeng mining area.

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november

Visit Handan Museum to learn about the city's rich history and culture.

🎄
december

Enjoy the festive atmosphere and holiday decorations at Centennial Park.

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Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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Handan provides a moderate economical shopping experience. Some products might be cheaper than other tourist spots, however, beware of inflated prices of goods.

Visit local markets and haggle for better prices on souvenirs, but research the market price before purchasing.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

See historical sites

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

See historical sites

Handan has some of China's oldest temples and tombs.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common practice.

internet situation

good Speed

Average speed for a Chinese city

great Availability

Good access to internet services

great Cellular

Excellent coverage across the city

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, some parks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

The curious cat wandered into a maze of narrow streets, discovering vendors selling delicious fish and catnip.

But beware of the cat-napping locals, always ready to snatch a stray feline for dinner.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Handan Museum
🕸️
Yunhe Cave
🏰
Guangfu Ancient City
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Congtai Park
🐾
Wuling Mountain

The mainstream

🐾📚
Handan Museum

An educational museum filled with artifacts and exhibits showcasing the city's ancient past. Cats can learn about Handan's history while scratching on their paws.

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🕸️
Yunhe Cave

A natural wonder with caves, stalactites, and underground rivers for cats to explore. The cool temperature is paw-fect during hot summers.

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🏰
Guangfu Ancient City

A historical site with ancient walls, gates, and buildings where cats can travel back in time. The architecture is simply claw-some!

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🌸
Congtai Park

A beautiful park with a lake, bridges, and plenty of flowers to sniff. Cats can relax in the shade or go for a stroll on the walking paths.

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🐾
Wuling Mountain

A popular hiking trail with lush green forests and fresh air for cats to explore. The views of Handan from the top are purrfect!

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Off the beaten path

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Handan Museum
🏰
Wahuang Palace
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Qingliangsi Monastery
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Xiaotun Ancient Village
🌳
Congtai Park

Off the beaten path

🐱‍👓
Handan Museum

A paw-some destination for curious cats who love history, this museum houses a rich collection of cultural relics and artifacts from the region.

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🏰
Wahuang Palace

A hidden gem that many cats overlook, this palace was once the residence of an emperor. Its intricate carvings and delicate structures are a sight to behold.

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🐾
Qingliangsi Monastery

This Buddhist monastery has a long history and stunning architecture, perfect for contemplative cats seeking spiritual inspiration.

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🏘️
Xiaotun Ancient Village

If cats could time travel, they'd love to visit this well-preserved ancient village. From traditional architecture to cultural relics, there's plenty to explore.

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🌳
Congtai Park

A tranquil park where cats can stroll and relax amidst ancient trees and beautiful gardens. Don't miss the Five Dragon Pavilion, a stunning architectural masterpiece!

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, some parks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit Congtai Park

This beautiful park offers a peaceful escape with scenic views of Handan's traditional architecture and local sculptures.

Try local dumplings at Donghuamen Night Market

Join the locals at this bustling night market for a taste of Handan's delicious dumplings, known as jiaozi.

Experience Handan's water puppet show

Watch an ancient form of Chinese puppetry at Handan's water puppet show, where masterful performances will leave you in awe.

Useful external sites

www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/hebei/handan

Handan Travel Guide↗

Travel guide with information about attractions, hotels, and restaurants in Handan

www.accuweather.com/en/cn/handan/106136/weather-forecast/106136

Handan Weather Forecast↗

Up-to-date weather information for Handan

www.handanairport.com

Handan Airport↗

Official website for Handan Congtai Guantao Airport with flight information and airport services

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