Discover Puyang: Culture and History

The wider Puyang area lies in the northeast of Henan Province, along the lower reaches of the Yellow River. For your trip planning, archaeological traces of the past, historical sites, acrobatics, and crafts offer a range of cultural themes. When looking for a hotel in Puyang, consider whether you would like to focus your stay primarily on early history, architecture, or cultural performances.

Qicheng: Archaeology and Historical Periods

In the wider Puyang area, the above-ground remains of the Qicheng Ruins have a perimeter of 1,520 meters and cover an area of 1,440 square meters. The underground remains of the Qicheng Ruins preserve relics from various periods, spanning from the Yangshao culture more than 6,000 years ago to the Han dynasty. During the Spring and Autumn period, Qicheng, also known as Longkui City, was an important city of the State of Wei.

Acrobatics and Crafts

Acrobatics also has a long history in the wider Puyang area. It originated during the Spring and Autumn period, flourished during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and continued to develop in modern times. The wider Puyang area is known as the “Home of Chinese Acrobatics”; Puyang is designated a national historical and cultural city within this regional context. Black pottery and wheat-straw patchwork are also part of the cultural profile of the wider Puyang area. Both crafts from the area are known throughout China.

Historical Sites and Architecture

The cultural and scenic area of the Qicheng Ruins includes a historical exhibition hall, Longgong, and Kongzi Houguan. Kongzi Houguan is considered the place where Confucius lived for ten years in the State of Wei. The Cangjie Mausoleum in the wider Puyang area consists of the Cangjie Tomb, the Cangjie Temple, and stone inscriptions.

Another architectural highlight in the wider Puyang area is Si Pailou, also known as Zhong Xin Ge. It is located in the center of the old town. Si Pailou was first built during the Ming dynasty. Four streets in the old-town area feature numerous buildings and shops in the style of the Ming and Qing dynasties; the area is suitable for shopping and sightseeing.

“水秀” as a Historical Production

The historical production “水秀” in the wider Puyang area featured a water screen, gymnastics, diving, magic, and dance. Performances took place underwater, on the water’s surface, and in the air.

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