Zhengzhou Attractions
Zhengzhou lies in the north of Henan province, south of the Huanghe and east of the Songshan rivers.
Zhengzhou is one of China's oldest cities. Archaeological digs have revealed important Neolithic finds and the ruins of a 3500 year-old town wall built in the Shang period (16th-11th C BC). The total length of this wall was more than 7km/4.5mi, it was 9m/30ft high and over 30m/99ft at the base. Zhengzhou expanded considerably under the Western Zhou (11th C 2770 BC). It was given its present name in 559 BC After the construction of the two above-mentioned railroad lines in the early 20th C. Zhengzhou enjoyed rapid economic growth. It played a central role in the 1923 rail strike, the ''Strike of February 7th''. As well as being the political, cultural and business center of Henan province it is also an important north Chinese industrial center (metalworking, machinery).
Zhengzhou is one of China's oldest cities. Archaeological digs have revealed important Neolithic finds and the ruins of a 3500 year-old town wall built in the Shang period (16th-11th C BC). The total length of this wall was more than 7km/4.5mi, it was 9m/30ft high and over 30m/99ft at the base. Zhengzhou expanded considerably under the Western Zhou (11th C 2770 BC). It was given its present name in 559 BC After the construction of the two above-mentioned railroad lines in the early 20th C. Zhengzhou enjoyed rapid economic growth. It played a central role in the 1923 rail strike, the ''Strike of February 7th''. As well as being the political, cultural and business center of Henan province it is also an important north Chinese industrial center (metalworking, machinery).
Historical Museum of Henan Province
The Provincial Museum in the city center exhibits Neolithic finds, especially those of the Yangshao and Longshan cultures. Further exhibits relating to the history of the Revolution which commenced with the rail strike can also be seen.
Pagoda in Memory of the Feb 7th Strike
In 1971 a monument was erected in the city center to commemorate the General Rail Strike which began on February 7th 1923 and was violently suppressed three days later with much bloodshed. The double pagoda, 63m/207ft high, is polygonal in plan. Documents relating to the events of the time are on display.
Public Park
The Public Park lies on the banks of the Huanghe, to the west of the Provincial Museum. Its pavilions and covered walkways make it a popular spot with the local inhabitants.
Zhengzhou Surroundings
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Remains of the Yin Civilization near Anyang
Near the village of Xiaotun are the 3000 year old ruins of Anyang, once the capital of the Shang dynasty. Many important archeological finds have been revealed during the excavations.
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Youli Remains
The ruins of the town of Youli contain some of the original terraces, as well as later structures. One of the most interesting items is the Stele of the King.
Dahuting Han Tombs
These two tombs from the Eastern Han period (AD 25-220) lie in the village of Dahuting in the Mixian district, 30km/19mi southwest of Zhengzhou. A governor and his relatives are buried here. The frescos in the tombs show scenes from the lives of the deceased.
Mount Mangshan
Mount Mangshan rises up on the banks of the Huangshe 30km/19mi northwest of Zhengzhou. Here can be seen a pumping-station built in 1972 which provides the city with water.
From the top of the mountain there is an impressive view of the river.
From the top of the mountain there is an impressive view of the river.
