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A Buddhist temple known for its minimalist white walls and Tang-style architecture. The main highlight is the large Guanyin statue. The site is suitable for a quiet walk or photography. Entry is free. Allow about 1 hour for a visit.
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大南坡村
A former "hollow village" transformed through art and rural revitalization. It features the Fangsuo Bookstore (in a renovated old opera stage), Bishan Workshop store, art exhibition spaces, and traditional Huai Bang opera performances. The village has become a model for cultural tourism in rural China.
净影大峡谷
Located in the Yuntai Mountain World Geopark, this canyon is known for its red cliff and danxia landforms, clear streams, and the 1,500-year-old Jingying Temple. The area is a popular summer retreat with an average temperature of around 20°C.
当阳峪滑雪场
The first large ski resort in northern Henan, opened in 2011. It has beginner and intermediate slopes (500m intermediate, 200m beginner), a dedicated snowboard slope, and a children's snow play area. Facilities include 10 snow machines, 2,000 sets of ski equipment, and professional instructors. It has hosted multiple provincial ice and snow events[citation:5].
焦作影视城
A large film and television production base built in the styles of the Spring and Autumn, Warring States, and Three Kingdoms periods. Visitors can explore the ancient streets, city gates, and palaces where historical dramas were filmed. There are also interactive activities on site, such as archery and traditional performances, making it a popular spot for both sightseeing and photography.
猫岔村
A rural micro-vacation village in the hills of Jiefang District, featuring boutique homestays, a popular countryside café ("Xiangxia de Shenghuo"), and a petting farm. It combines rural landscapes with modern leisure facilities, making it a popular weekend escape from the city.
缝山针公园
A former limestone quarry transformed into a unique mining heritage park. Its most striking feature is a 20-meter-tall stainless steel sculpture shaped like a giant surgical needle, sitting on the peak at an altitude of 327 meters. The sculpture symbolizes the "healing" of the mountain after years of mining damage. The park includes scenic spots like Xizi Lake, a cliff waterfall, and a valley garden, all reclaimed from former quarry pits. It is a popular spot for hiking and exercising, offering good views of the city from the top.