Holiday Tourists Explore Historical Sites in Qi County

HEBI, China, Oct. 04, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Qi County, in Henan province, has become a popular destination for holiday tourists, combining natural beauty with historical significance. This National Day holiday, visitors are exploring the scenic mountains and sites that trace back to China’s ancient past.

Qi County, formerly known as Zhaoge, was a capital during the late Shang Dynasty, which ruled more than 3,000 years ago, and later served as the capital of the State of Wei during the Western Zhou period. This rich history has left the county with a dense concentration of heritage sites, several of which now host live events.

At Yunmeng Mountain, the holiday program draws on the legacy of Guiguzi, a legendary philosopher and strategist. Performers reenact a troop review, while children and adults can participate in games such as simulated stone-throwing battles. Tourists collect paper banknotes as souvenirs as they move through the site.

Chaoyang Mountain is home to the Cliff Temple, one of China’s surviving hanging monasteries, as well as ruins linked to King Zhou, the last Shang ruler. The holiday lineup includes archery, ball games, sacrificial rituals, and parades.

Lush with dense forests and gurgling streams, Guling Mountain embodies profound cultural heritage centered on the ancient goddess Nüwa. Children can try face painting inspired by Nüwa and Nezha, two figures from the stories, while performers stage Henan Zhuizi, a traditional form of folk storytelling recognized as national intangible heritage.

At Zhaixingtai (Star-Picking Platform), the program centers on Bi Gan, a Shang-era official later revered in Chinese folk tradition as a god of wealth. God of Wealth Parades and Fairy Scattering Flowers recount his story, creating a spectacle for tourists.

By combining natural scenery, historic sites, and participatory performances, Qi County is promoting a slower-paced, experience-driven model of tourism. This approach offers tourists a way to encounter the region’s long history while spending the holiday outdoors.