Guangfu Ancient City
广府古城
A Ming-dynasty brick city wrapped by the Yongnian Wetlands, with intact walls. It is the birthplace of Yang-style and Wu-style tai chi, and you can cycle along the walls and watch tai chi performances.
Guangfu Ancient City is in Yongnian District, Handan. The town was first built in the Spring and Autumn period. The surviving walls are Ming-dynasty brick, about 4.5 kilometers in circumference, and the barbicans at all four gates are still in place. Outside the walls lie tens of thousands of mu of Yongnian Wetlands, known as the 'Northern Water City.' Inside, you'll find the former residences of Yang Luchan and Wu Yuxiang, a tai chi hall and a mosque. Tai chi performances take place daily. You can also cycle a full loop along the top of the walls or take a boat through the reed marshes. It is a national 5A scenic area. Its streets and alleys are open to walk through freely, but the walls and some venues require tickets. The city is about 25 kilometers from Handan city center, with tourist shuttle buses. Plan for half a day to a full day.
Opening hours
Old town open all day; walls and venues approx. 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Hongji Bridge
- Huangliangmeng Lüxian Temple
- Handan Museum
- Congtai Park
- Xuebu Bridge
- Huiche Lane & Chuancheng Street
- Jin-Ji-Lu-Yu Martyrs Cemetery
- Zhao King City Site Park