Meoweler
China

Shangqiu / A city hot as fire

MeowScore 😾68/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😾
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

Peach blossoms in bloom and picturesque views.

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january

Visit the snowy Mount Shiren to ski! 🎿

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february

Watch the exquisite Lantern Festival in the ancient city🏮

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march

Roam around Zhengzhou city to experience Chinese culture.🎎

🌸
april

Explore Guoliang Village, AKA the Cliff Village, with blooming peach🍑 blossoms.

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may

Enjoy the beautiful scenery while hiking in Yuntai Mountain🌄

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june

Taste the famous Shangqiu mutton soup around the night market.🍜

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july

Escape the scorching heat by traversing into the refreshing ancient water town.💦

🎆
august

Witness the grand Yellow River Crossing Festival.🎉

🍃
september

Relax in the lush Yuwangshan National Forest Park🌳

🌺
october

Visit the Chinese Rose Garden with a picturesque sight.🌹

🍁
november

Marvel at the stunning Huaihe River scenery during Autumn leaves🍂

🎅
december

Experience the Christmas atmosphere in the ancient city.🎄

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Shangqiu is average, with a mix of traditional markets and modern malls. Prices are reasonable but not particularly low or high.

For bargains, visit the local markets like Dazhong Market and Mingzhu Square Market. For luxury shopping, check out the Shangqiu Century Golden Shopping Plaza.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Transit or business

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Transit or business

Shangqiu is a small city with few tourist attractions.

Tipping

0%

No tipping customs observed.

Tipping

0%

No tipping customs observed.

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common. No other notable practices.

internet situation

good Speed

Fast enough for daily use

great Availability

Widespread fiber optic infrastructure

great Cellular

Good coverage for most carriers

Electric socket type A

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

CNY

1 CNY =
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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, lacks parks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

A small city in China that's like a cozy cat bed - not much to do, but great for napping.

The streets are a maze of fishy smells and small alleys just begging to be explored.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Zhoucun Village
🏰
Shaodian Ancient City
🌊
Shuijing Lake
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Shangqiu Museum
🏞️
Tianzhong Mountain

The mainstream

🏘️
Zhoucun Village

A charming village known for its exquisite handicrafts and traditional architecture. Plenty of cat-friendly cafes and shops to visit!

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🏰
Shaodian Ancient City

This ancient city is a maze of narrow streets, alleyways, and ancient buildings. A great spot for curious cats to discover hidden treasures.

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🌊
Shuijing Lake

A serene lake surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for a catnap or a leisurely stroll. Don't forget to take a paw-some selfie!

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🏛️
Shangqiu Museum

Purrfect for history-loving cats who want to learn about the city's past. Exhibits include pottery, calligraphy, and bronzeware.

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Tianzhong Mountain

A scenic mountain with beautiful temples and pavilions for cats to explore and enjoy breathtaking views. Meow-velous!

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Off the beaten path

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Tianhou Palace
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Xihe Ecological Park
🎓
Yingtian Academy
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Shangqiu Ancient City Wall
🏯
Lingguan Temple

Off the beaten path

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Tianhou Palace

This beautiful palace is dedicated to the goddess of the sea and offers a glimpse into Shangqiu's maritime history. Cats will appreciate the intricate architecture and feline-inspired decorations.🐟

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🌲
Xihe Ecological Park

Cats can explore the trails of this scenic park, which boasts a variety of flora and fauna, including a beautiful lake.🌳

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🎓
Yingtian Academy

Once a prestigious school for imperial scholars, this secluded academy is now a quiet place for cats to contemplate and meditate.📚

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🧱
Shangqiu Ancient City Wall

Cats can walk along this less-visited section of the city walls and imagine they're guarding the city against invaders.🐱

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🏯
Lingguan Temple

This ancient temple is hidden in the mountains and surrounded by lush greenery. Cats will enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and stunning views.🐾

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, lacks parks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore the Ancient Trees in Caozhou Botanical Garden

Discover the natural beauty of the area by visiting Caozhou Botanical Garden, where you can see ancient trees that are over a thousand years old!

Taste Authentic Shangqiu Cuisine

Experience the regional cuisine of Shangqiu, known for its tender and juicy meat dishes, with a variety of flavors and spices.

Visit the Quancheng Square

Take a stroll in the center of Shangqiu at Quancheng Square, which has beautiful fountains and a statue of Emperor Shun, an important historic figure in Chinese mythology.

Useful external sites

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1152611-Shangqiu_Henan-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Get travel advice and reviews on Shangqiu's hotels, attractions, and restaurants by real travelers.

www.lonelyplanet.com/china/shangqiu

Lonely Planet↗

Find out the best places to visit, where to eat, stay, and how to get around Shangqiu.

www.booking.com/city/cn/shangqiu.html

Booking.com↗

Book your accommodations in Shangqiu online and get the best deal.

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