Xiangfu, the imperial city, an oriental castle in the Ming and Qing dynasties, wrote the legendary life of a royal teacher; The house of a cultural giant is full of vicissitudes of a family.
Unveiling the mystery of the Prime Minister's Mansion in the imperial city, it follows the trend on the mountains and stacked buildings; It is simple and solemn, vigorous and solid; It is shocking at first, and then awe. Today, follow me into this oriental castle and give you a complete cross-world experience.
Look: the opening ceremony of the imperial city
Why the imperial city is called "the imperial city" is inextricably linked with Emperor Kangxi. Emperor Kangxi stayed here twice, which earned him the reputation of "Imperial City". Why did Emperor Kangxi come here? This must start with the owner of this mansion, Chen Tingjing. Chen Tingjing was the teacher of Emperor Kangxi, who assisted him for more than half a century and even wrote the famous Kangxi Dictionary. Emperor Kangxi traveled long distances here twice during his six southern tours, and wrote a plaque of "Wu Ting Mountain Village" for the Chen family.
Nowadays, in front of the Xiangfu Gate of the Imperial City, there are daily performances in Kaicheng, with the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty as the background and Chen Tingjing, the protagonist of Xiangfu, as the prototype, dressed up to welcome Emperor Kangxi into the city. Those pictures that only appear in film and television dramas really appear in front of my eyes at the moment. It is not a picture in the history books, nor a spoof in the film and television city, but after years of circulation, people and events of that year can still reappear in the real place of history.
Listen: Eight Keys of Prime Minister's Prosperity
When we haven't seen him, we have heard his voice first. The penetrating Eight Tones of Prosperity hovered over the Prime Minister's Office, full of passion and passion. Several young people in red robes and gold vests were holding instruments such as sheng, gong, suona, kouzi drum, pantomime and bangzi, which swayed with the rhythm of the music and triggered the climax of the audience. There are both high-pitched percussion and delicate folk music in the performance. "Eight Tones of Prosperity" is a classic of national music, a national quintessence and an elegant and hearty audio-visual feast.
I remembered last year's movie "A Hundred Birds at the Phoenix". In that era of social change and impetuous people, it was so difficult to inherit the skills of our ancestors. The same is true of the "Eight Music Concerts". In Shanxi folk, the Bayinhui once appeared in various celebrations and important occasions, but now it is less and less. To be honest, I was very touched when I saw these boys performing with emotion and hard work on the stage. These people who are younger than me, study hard and practice their skills are doing an amazing thing-they are spreading, inheriting and inheriting this national intangible cultural heritage with a history of more than 700 years.
Tour: the first house in the north
Walking in this oriental castle, you often feel lost. Going up and down the stairs leads to the interconnected courtyards, which is also the mystery and interest of oriental architecture. A narrow alley may be an elegant hall after turning the corner; Some humble little door may be a shortcut to the secret garden. This luxurious mansion that arrived in China illustrates the artistic beauty of oriental architecture. Four hundred years of wind and rain didn't change her appearance that day. Time carved a series of knife marks on her, but she could only leave quietly.
After seeing the Oriental Castle, tasting the Xiangfu family banquet and listening to the Eight Tones of Prosperity, Jiunvxian Lake still lacks an intimate experience with nature. Drive to Jiunvxian Lake, which is 3 kilometers away from Huangcheng Xiangfu/KLOC-0. On this hot summer afternoon, let's escape from summer and feel the immortal charm! Jiunvxian Lake is a part of the ecological and cultural tourist area of the imperial city Xiangfu. This long and clear lake looms large in the Qinhe Gorge of Taihang Mountain.
From the top of the mountain, there are green peaks and beautiful canyons on both sides, with clear water in the middle, which is an excellent choice for avoiding the world. Sliding down the slide from the mountainside not only saves physical strength, but also experiences a little excitement. The thoughtful staff will wrap the mat and put on gloves for you, so you don't have to worry about getting dirty or getting dressed. It's just that the rest is on your own, and the speed is completely controlled by yourself. You can go fast or slow at will, but if a group of friends start together, you should be careful of rear-end collision!
The cruise ship stopped at the first pier, climbed the steps and boarded the nine girls Sendai. Jiuguniang Sendai was originally 70 meters high, with a narrow bottom and a rich top. It is like a big stone rushing up from the water, which is natural. Due to the change of years and the rise of water level, only Sendai, which is more than 20 meters high on the water, can be seen now. This is one of the eight ancient scenic spots in the ancient city of Yangcheng, which was once frequented by literati.
Return to the cruise ship and continue to visit Jiunvxian Lake. The deeper you enter the lake, the more dangerous the cliffs on both sides, and the peaks are green. The cruise ship arrived at the second land scenic spot, where cliffs hang down, dangerous cliffs face each other, and a rickety glass bridge flies in the air, where adventurous friends can climb rocks, fly cables and cross the glass bridge.
A canoe is floating in Jiunvxian Lake, with water and blue waves in front of it, a magical legend in the ear and a cool breeze beside it. Twilight comes quietly, and we go quietly, as if we had never lived in the future.
Grandpa Mao of Xiangfu Manor said that the countryside is a vast world.
This sentence has been fully proved in Xiangfu Manor in Huangcheng Village. Flowers and fruits are everywhere, the underground becomes the ground, and the black becomes the green. There is not only the color of summer, but also the taste of summer, so you can have a summer health trip. Xiangfu Manor is also a part of Xiangfu Eco-cultural Tourism Zone in Huangcheng, which was transformed from the former site of Chen Manor. From the Imperial City Xiangfu to Xiangfu Manor, you can take a battery car or a small train in the scenic spot, and the whole journey takes 10 minutes.
A brief answer to the tour guide
1, how to get to Jincheng
Jincheng has no airport and high-speed railway station, only a railway station. Therefore, I suggest you go to the neighboring city first, and then go to Jincheng.
2. How to get to the Forbidden City from Jincheng?
Jincheng has now opened a through train from downtown to Huangcheng Xiangfu Scenic Area, with a fare of 12 yuan and a journey of about 1 hour.
3. Traffic in Xiangfu Eco-cultural Tourism Zone of Huangcheng
There are battery cars and small trains in Xiangfu Scenic Area of Huangcheng, and the fare is 20 yuan. If you want to go to Jiunv Fairy Lake Scenic Area, you need to charter your own car.
About scenic spots
1, Huangcheng Xiangfu
Ticket price: 120 yuan (including Huangcheng Xiangfu, Ziyunqian, Xishan Courtyard and Xiangfu Manor)
Suggested playing time: half a day-one day
2. Jiunvxian Lake
Ticket price: 88 yuan (including boat ticket)
Suggested playback time: 3 hours
3. Xiangfu Manor
Ticket price: included in the ticket of the Forbidden City.
Suggested playing time: 2-3 hours.
About food
1, food recommendation: Xiangfu family banquet, August 8th banquet.
① Xiangfu Family Banquet
The family banquet in Xiangfu was hosted by Chen Tingjing, the host of Xiangfu, for Emperor Kangxi. The dining method of separate meals is adopted, and the Qing Palace tableware is selected. Each dish is divided into small portions, which are self-contained, low-key and luxurious, and have good color and taste.
Since it's a family dinner, it's inevitable that Shanxi specialties will be indispensable. Walnut kernel, Yangcheng roasted liver and oatmeal noodles are all local characteristics.
② August 8th Banquet
In addition to the Xiangfu family banquet, there is also a local banquet that is the first choice for banquets for VIPs, birthdays, marriages between men and women, and gatherings of friends-the August 8 banquet. The banquet on August 8 includes eight cold dishes and eight hot dishes. Stewed chicken, braised fish, spilled meat in oil and steamed buns with dates are all authentic Shanxi dishes.
③ Introduction of special dishes.
Yangcheng Roasted Liver: It is made of seven pieces of pork liver and three seasonings, which are chopped and mixed evenly. It's delicious and refreshing. Especially people who like drinking should eat more pig liver to protect it.
Walnut kernel: Actually, walnut kernel is not made of walnuts. It is fried and steamed from seven-point lean pork and three-point fat pork, and looks like walnuts.
Jujube buns: Xiangfu jujube buns are tender, sweet and delicious, and they are one of the representatives of Shanxi pasta.
The traditional flavor of the Forbidden City. After Emperor Kangxi ate the chicken in the palace, he even claimed that it was very good. Since then, this dish has become the royal food of the court.
About accommodation
Accommodation recommendation Huangcheng Xiangfu Scenic Area is well built, and there are hotels of various grades and styles for everyone to choose from. In addition, there are many private farmhouses near the scenic spot, and everyone can choose freely according to their own wishes.