Zhoukou: A Scenic Riverfront City of Ancient History
Lying along the banks of the Shaying River, Zhoukou, China is a prefecture-level city under the rule of the province of Henan. It currently administers a total of seven counties, two districts, and one county-level city, totaling to a population of almost nine million. Zhoukou is known as the home of the ancient town of Chen, which dates back to 4600 years ago and is now referred to as the district of Huaiyang.
Best Time to Visit
Zhoukou hosts the Taihao Mausoleum Temple Fair every year. This community event falls on the second day of the lunar month and runs until the third day of the third month in the lunar calendar. You might encounter a thick crowd by this time of year already, so make sure to reserve your Zhoukou, China hotels early.
What to Do & Area Attractions
While exploring Zhoukou, make sure to stop by two of the famous parks in the area, the Zhoukou People’s Park and the Shaying River Park. You could also explore the Guandi Temple, which is just around a 45-minute drive from the city center. These three attractions are luckily within a few minutes’ walk from the three-star Vienna Hotel in the Chuanhui District. From the boutique hotel, you can reach the two parks within ten minutes, while the temple is around a 20-minute walk. Meanwhile, if you’re after convenience, feel free to check out the Qianna Jiuhe Boutique Hotel Zhoukou Shop, which offers tour and ticket assistance to guests. The 4-star Four Points by Sheraton Luohe is also a perfect choice with amenities like a 24/7 fitness center, ATMs, garden, indoor & outdoor pools, restaurant, free parking and bar/lounge.
