Nuanquan Ancient Town: A Serene Yuan Dynasty Escape in Hebei

China's UNKNOWN Ancient Town

Destination:ChinaProvince:HebeiCity:Nuanquan

The China Adventure2024-12-036 min

Originally built during the Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), Nuanquan Ancient Town holds many ancient-style structures perfect for photographing. Compared to other ancient towns that have become popular via the Internet, Nuanquan appears simpler and more tranquil, and many locals reside in the town. The town is not particularly large but has an ancient west wall (an ancient gate tower) and several large courtyard complexes open to visitors. The “Make Treeflower Fungus” show is a famous event here. The show is a unique traditional festival light show with over 300 years of history. It involves villagers heating iron to 1500˚°C to become molten iron and then splashing it against the city wall to create a majestic scene of “fire trees and silver flowers” that is truly stunning.

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December 3, 2024, Winter in China

Video Chapters

0:00Introduction
0:50Ancient Town Exploration
2:03Temple and City Wall
3:36Local Interactions
4:16Paper Cutting Workshop
5:12Make Treeflower Fungus Show

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Explore the hidden gem of Nuanquan Ancient Town, a Yuan dynasty relic brimming with ancient architecture. Unlike its internet-famous counterparts, Nuanquan offers a serene escape, where locals still reside amidst the ancient west wall and courtyard complexes. Witness the breathtaking "Make Treeflower Fungus" show, a 300-year-old spectacle of molten iron splashing against the city walls, creating a mesmerizing display of fire and light.