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Shenyang / Where the Dragon Soars

MeowScore 😸90/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

Pleasant weather at the start of tourist season.

january

See Shenyang's ice sculptures during the Snow and Ice Festival

february

Celebrate Lantern Festival with traditional performances and food

march

Enjoy the sight of the city's many flowering trees and shrubs

april

Visit Shenyang's Imperial Palace during the mild and pleasant spring weather

may

Attend the Shenyang International Piano Festival

june

Cool off from summer heat while exploring Shenyang's underground shopping centers

july

Taste seasonal fruits, like cherries and apricots, at local markets

august

See the eye-catching electric dragon boats at the Dragon Boat Festival

september

Experience the Mid-Autumn Festival with mooncakes and family gatherings

october

Hike around Shenyang's colorful and scenic Baita Mountain

november

View gingko trees turning golden-yellow in Northeast China's crisp autumn air

december

Take in the festive decorations and sales at shopping centers like MixC

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Shenyang is quite affordable for a tourist, but prices are rising with the growing popularity of the city. Food and transportation are fairly cheap, but shopping can be expensive depending on where you go.

Check out the local markets for great deals on souvenirs and street food. Avoid luxury shopping centers if you are on a budget.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Transit point or business trip

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Transit point or business trip

Shenyang is not a very popular tourist destination on its own

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in China

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in China

Cash is preferred, card payments accepted. Splitting the bill is not usual.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited bandwidth, slow loading speed

great Availability

Relatively stable, occasional downtime

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).

CNY

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Restrictive

The curious cat discovers soaring pagodas and scurries through bustling markets with tasty treats.

The adventurous cat wanders down alleys lined with vendors selling colorful silks and watches koi swim in serene gardens.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Shenyang Botanical Garden
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Mukden Palace
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Shenyang Hunhe River Park
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Zhaoling Tomb
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Shenyang Imperial Palace

The mainstream

🌺
Shenyang Botanical Garden

A large botanical garden with a wide variety of plants and flowers. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon stroll.

Google Maps
🕌
Mukden Palace

Another palace of the Qing dynasty. The buildings are well-preserved and the surrounding gardens are beautiful.

Google Maps
🌳
Shenyang Hunhe River Park

A scenic park alongside the Hunhe River. Great for a peaceful walk or a picnic with friends.

Google Maps
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Zhaoling Tomb

The final resting place of Emperor Huang Taiji who founded the Qing dynasty. A peaceful and impressive place surrounded by nature.

Google Maps
🏯
Shenyang Imperial Palace

The former royal palace of the Qing dynasty, now a museum. Lots of history to explore and beautiful architecture to admire.

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Off the beaten path

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Qipan Mountain Scenic Area
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Xinle Relic Site Museum
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Middle Street Pedestrian Zone
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Zhaoling Tomb
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Shenyang Strange Slope Park

Off the beaten path

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Qipan Mountain Scenic Area

A mountain cat-stle with a panoramic view of the city. A purr-fect spot to get away from the hustle and bustle. 🌳

Google Maps
🏛️
Xinle Relic Site Museum

An ancient cat-hedral dedicated to the Neolithic period. Mewseum boasts some of the oldest catifacts in the country. 😺

Google Maps
🐈
Middle Street Pedestrian Zone

A pawsome shopping street with plenty of pawlitical history. Cat-titude reigns supreme in this walkable cat-ropolis. 🛍️

Google Maps
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Zhaoling Tomb

Furr-tastic historic tomb of Emperor Huang Taiji, cat-mmanding views and intricate carvings. A purr-fect spot for a stroll! 🐾

Google Maps
🌀
Shenyang Strange Slope Park

Cat-ivating park with bizarre optical illusions that will make your whiskers stand on end. The slope is not what it seems! 😼

Google Maps

biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Restrictive

Mindful meoweler tips

Mukden Palace: imperial residence

Built in 1625 during the Qing dynasty, this palace showcases traditional Chinese architecture and rich cultural history.

Shenyang Botanical Garden: scenic stroll

Home to over 3,000 plant species, this garden offers a peaceful oasis in the bustling city.

Huanggu District: foodie paradise

Indulge in local delicacies such as Goubuli buns and fried rice noodles in this district known for its delectable eats.

Useful external sites

www.chinahighlights.com/shenyang

China Highlights↗

China travel agency offering various Shenyang tours and travel information

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g297455-Shenyang_Liaoning-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Travel planning and review website with information on attractions, restaurants, and hotels in Shenyang

www.lonelyplanet.com/china/liaoning/shenyang

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guidebook publisher with an online destination guide to Shenyang that includes travel tips and recommended sights

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