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China

Pingdingshan / Coal's not our only asset

MeowScore 😼71/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

International Food Festival and pleasant weather.

🎿
january

Attend the Pingdingshan Ice and Snow Festival, featuring ice sculptures and winter sports.❄️

🌬️
february

Explore the majestic Yuntai Mountain and enjoy the stunning winter scenery.🏔️

🍑
march

Take part in the annual Peach Blossom Festival and enjoy the beautiful pink blooms.🌸

🎎
april

Visit the ancient Yunmengshan Grottoes, which house centuries-old Buddhist sculptures.🕉️

🍽️
may

Experience the local culture and cuisine at the Pingdingshan International Food Festival.🍲

🚶‍♀️
june

Hike the stunning landscape of Jiulongshan National Forest Park.🌳

📜
july

Attend the Pingdingshan Calligraphy and Painting Festival and learn about Chinese art.🎨

🌞
august

Relax and cool down at the outdoor swimming pool at Pingdingshan Water Park.🏊‍♂️

🏮
september

Participate in the Pingdingshan Mid-Autumn Festival and watch the traditional lion dance.🦁

🍁
october

Visit the Dafengding Scenic Area and witness the autumn foliage.🍂

🌄
november

Take a hot air balloon ride over Pingdingshan and enjoy the panoramic views.🎈

🎅
december

Join in the Pingdingshan Christmas celebrations with lively music and festive decorations.🎄

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, I found the economical and shopping situation in Pingdingshan to be fairly affordable, with many small local shops to explore.

Head to the local markets for some bargains on souvenirs and goods, and don't be afraid to haggle for a better price.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

stopover destination

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

stopover destination

Pingdingshan is not a popular tourist destination, but rather a transit hub for travelers.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Pingdingshan.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Pingdingshan.

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common, and rounding up is sometimes practiced.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited speeds due to restrictions

great Availability

Widely available in urban areas

great Cellular

Good coverage in most areas

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 infrastructure

walking hostile

Moderate traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

The cat-isfaction of lounging in a coal-mine-come-city.

Meow-vel at the tiger sculpture. Claw-some!

Things to do

The mainstream

🐾🏛️📚
Pingdingshan Museum
🐾🌺🌳
Linru Park
🐾🎎🏯
Ancient Song City
🐾🌄🏞️
Jinghua Mountain
🐾🕍👑
Baolun Temple

The mainstream

🐾🏛️📚
Pingdingshan Museum

Learn about the fascinating history and culture of Pingdingshan through its exhibits and artifacts.

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🐾🌺🌳
Linru Park

Relax in this beautiful park with its serene lake, walking paths, and colorful flower gardens.

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🐾🎎🏯
Ancient Song City

Step back in time at this replica Song dynasty city, complete with ancient-style buildings, shops, and performances.

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🐾🌄🏞️
Jinghua Mountain

This scenic mountain offers a challenging hike with stunning views of the city and surrounding countryside.

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🐾🕍👑
Baolun Temple

This ancient Buddhist temple is home to a 27-meter-high copper Buddha statue and beautiful architecture dating back to the Ming dynasty.

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Off the beaten path

🐈🎨
Sunny's Sculpture Garden
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Purrfect Pond
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Whisker's Alley
🐾
Pawsome Park
🐱
Miaow's Temple

Off the beaten path

🐈🎨
Sunny's Sculpture Garden

A hidden gem of a garden filled with intricate cat sculptures. Perfect for cat art aficionados and posing for Instagram pics. 📸

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Purrfect Pond

A secluded pond surrounded by trees, home to an abundance of fish and birds. A great spot for fishing and bird-watching. 🐟🐦

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🐈
Whisker's Alley

A narrow alleyway lined with cute cafes and shops selling cat-themed souvenirs. Perfect for a leisurely stroll and cat-watching. 🐱🛍️

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🐾
Pawsome Park

A vast green space where cats can roam free and play with friends. Various trails to explore and a large pond for cooling off on hot days. 🌳

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🐱
Miaow's Temple

A quiet, serene temple hidden in the mountains, perfect for cat-napping and contemplating life. 🐾

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Moderate traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Discover local heritage at Sino-Japanese War Museum

Experience the war history of Pingdingshan at this museum with insightful exhibits on the Sino-Japanese War.

Taste the local cuisine at Baxianquan Scenic Area

Treat your taste buds to Pingdingshan’s cuisine and scenic views at Baxianquan Scenic Area.

Experience local art at Chinese Painting Academy Museum

Explore traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy at the academy’s museum in Pingdingshan.

Useful external sites

www.chinahighlights.com/pingdingshan

Pingdingshan Travel Guide↗

Comprehensive travel guide for Pingdingshan that includes information on attractions, accommodations, and transportation options.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g317115-Pingdingshan_Henan-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor Pingdingshan↗

Reviews and recommendations from fellow travelers for attractions, restaurants, and accommodations in Pingdingshan.

www.booking.com/city/cn/pingdingshan.en-gb.html

Booking.com Pingdingshan↗

Search and book accommodations in Pingdingshan.

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