Tourist Guide and Food Guide of the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor
Tourist Guide of the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor
Overview of the Scenic Spot
The Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor, known as the “First Mausoleum under Heaven”, is the mausoleum of Xuanyuan Yellow Emperor, the ancestor of the Chinese nation. It is located on the top of Qiaoshan Mountain in Huangling County, Yan’an City, Shaanxi Province. There are towering ancient cypresses here, and the atmosphere is solemn and respectful, with many historical sites and commemorative buildings.
Main Attractions
Xuanyuan Temple
There is a group of ancient cypresses in the temple. Among them, the most famous is the “Cypress Planted by the Yellow Emperor”. According to legend, it was planted by the Yellow Emperor himself and has a history of more than 5,000 years, making it the oldest cypress in the world. There is also the “Cypress Where Emperor Wu of Han Hung His Armor” and others. Each ancient cypress has a unique historical legend.
The Hall of the First Ancestor of Humanities enshrines a relief statue of the Yellow Emperor, which is solemn and solemn and is an important place for people to offer sacrifices to the Yellow Emperor and remember their ancestors.
The Tomb of the Yellow Emperor
The Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor is located on the top of Qiaoshan Mountain. The earthen mound of the tomb is 3.6 meters high and has a circumference of 48 meters. It is surrounded by a green brick flower wall. In front of the tomb, there is a stone tablet named “Qiaoshan Longyu” established by Tang Qi during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty. Standing in front of the tomb mound, one can feel the profound historical heritage and respect for the ancestor of humanities.
Tour Route Planning
Visitor Center Mountain Gate of Xuanyuan Temple Chengxin Pavilion Stele Pavilion Hall of the First Ancestor of Humanities Sacrifice Square Tomb of the Yellow Emperor. This route can comprehensively and orderly visit the main attractions and fully appreciate the historical and cultural charm of the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor.
Tickets and Opening Hours
Ticket Price: 90 yuan/person in peak season (March 1 November 30); 50 yuan/person in off-season (December 1 the end of February of the following year).
Opening Hours: 8:00 18:00 in peak season; 8:30 17:30 in off-season.
Transportation Guide
External Transportation
Airplane: You can first take a plane to Xi’an Xianyang International Airport, and then take a long-distance bus to Huangling County at the airport bus station. After arriving in Huangling County, transfer to local transportation to the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor scenic spot.
Train: You can first go to Xi’an Railway Station or Yan’an Railway Station, and then transfer to a bus to Huangling County. Both Xi’an East Bus Station and Yan’an South Bus Station have buses to Huangling County.
Internal Transportation
In Huangling County, you can take a bus, taxi, etc. to the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor scenic spot. There are sightseeing buses in the scenic spot for tourists to take and visit among various attractions conveniently.
Food Guide of the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor
Specialty Foods
Huangling Yougao (Fried Cake)
It is made by grinding glutinous millet into flour, fermenting it, and filling it with fillings such as jujube paste, and then frying it. The outer skin is crispy, and the inner filling is soft, glutinous and sweet. It is a traditional festive food in the local area.
Huangling Buckwheat Noodles (He Le)
Made from buckwheat flour, it is pressed into shape through a special Hele bed. The noodles are long and thin and evenly shaped. When eating, pour on the sauce soup (usually mutton sauce, etc.), and add seasonings such as chili oil and mashed garlic. It is sour, spicy and delicious with a unique flavor.
Huangling Jiaotuan (Stirred Corn or Buckwheat Paste)
There are corn Jiaotuan and buckwheat Jiaotuan, etc. Stir the flour into a paste in hot water and cook until cooked through. When eating, it can be paired with a soup made of vinegar, soy sauce, chili oil, etc., or with small dishes such as fried leeks and pickled vegetables. The taste is soft and glutinous and melts in the mouth.
Mutton Sauce Noodles
The noodles are chewy, and the mutton sauce is fresh and fragrant, decorated with scallions, coriander, etc. The soup is rich and the taste is mellow. It is one of the popular noodle dishes in the local area.
Recommended Food Places
Restaurants in Huangling County Town
There are many restaurants in the streets and alleys of the county town where you can taste authentic local cuisine, such as “Laoshanbei Food House”, etc. These restaurants have a rich variety of dishes and can let tourists taste the authentic Huangling flavor.
Snack Stalls around the Scenic Spot
There are also some snack stalls around the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor scenic spot where you can taste snacks such as Yougao and Buckwheat Noodles, which are convenient for tourists to quickly taste the specialty cuisine after visiting.
