Chaoyang City is located in western Liaoning Province, at the junction of Hebei, Inner Mongolia, and Liaoning provinces. It has a temperate continental monsoon climate with distinct seasons and abundant sunshine, with an average annual temperature of about 8.5°C.
Chaoyang has a long history and is the birthplace of the Hongshan culture, known as the 'New Dawn of Eastern Civilization.' It belonged to the Yan State as early as the Warring States period, and later experienced the Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang dynasties, leaving behind a rich cultural heritage.
Chaoyang's culture is distinctive, represented by Buddhist culture and fossil culture. In terms of cuisine, local specialties such as Chaoyang millet, Lingyuan mutton soup, and Kazuo bowl cake have unique flavors and are deeply loved by tourists.
Modern Chaoyang is actively developing new energy, equipment manufacturing, and other industries, while relying on its rich tourism resources to build a 'back garden' for the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. The city's appearance is changing with each passing day.
The best time to visit 朝阳 is Best in spring and autumn.
Spring (April-May) sees rising temperatures and revival of nature, ideal for outings and flower viewing, especially the azaleas in Fenghuang Mountain.
Autumn (September-October) is crisp and clear, with colorful foliage, perfect for enjoying red leaves and tasting harvest fruits.
Summer is hot but you can escape to Dahei Mountain for coolness; winter is cold but you can enjoy hot springs, each season has its charm.
Chaoyang is the core area of Hongshan culture. The Niuheliang site unearthed precious artifacts such as the Goddess statue and Jade Dragon, proving it was one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization.
The Murong clan of Xianbei established the Former Yan regime in Chaoyang, making Longcheng (present-day Chaoyang) the capital, initiating its history as a political center in Northeast China.
The 'Sinosauropteryx' fossil was discovered in Beipiao, Chaoyang, shocking the world. It provided important evidence for the origin of birds, earning Chaoyang the reputation as 'the place where the first bird took flight'.
Recommended places to visit
National 4A scenic area with Buddhist culture theme. Ancient temples and pagodas on the mountain, and the azalea sea in spring is spectacular.
On the tentative list of World Cultural Heritage, unearthed numerous jade and pottery artifacts, an important archaeological site of Hongshan culture.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
An important site of Hongshan culture, unearthed the Goddess Temple and stone tombs, significant for studying the origin of Chinese civilization.
Must-know transportation for exploring the city
Flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Dalian, etc. About 5 km from city center, convenient.
Varies by route
On Beijing-Shenyang high-speed railway, direct to Beijing, Shenyang, Harbin, about 2 hours to Beijing.
Beijing-Chaoyang about 200 RMB
Multiple bus routes cover major attractions and urban areas, fare 1-2 RMB, convenient.
1-2 RMB
Taste the most authentic and popular local specialties
Specialty of Chaoyang, plump grains, sweet taste, nutritious, can be used for porridge or rice.
Slow-cooked with local high-quality lamb, the soup is white and delicious, served with baked flatbread, warms the stomach.
National 4A scenic area with high forest coverage, cool in summer. Features strange peaks, rocks, waterfalls and streams, a summer resort.
Displays a large number of paleontological fossils, including Sinosauropteryx and Confuciusornis, an important place to learn about life evolution.
The Daling River forms a spectacular meander here, with rolling hills on both sides, beautiful scenery, suitable for photography and hiking.
Steamed buckwheat flour, cut into pieces, served with garlic sauce and vinegar, chewy and smooth.
Local specialty, tender meat, famous for sauced donkey meat and donkey meat baked flatbread, delicious.
Vitex honey, light amber color, sweet taste, with the fragrance of vitex flowers, a natural health product.