Qipanshan Scenic Area
A scenic area in the northeastern suburbs of Shenyang, named for the legend that immortals played chess here in the mountains; encircled by three mountains and one lake—Qipan Mountain, Hui Mountain, and Xiu Lake—it is known as Shenyang's back garden
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- Opening hours
- Open all day
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- Mountain entry free · some attractions charge separately
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A scenic area in the northeastern suburbs of Shenyang, named for the legend that immortals once played chess here in the mountains; encircled by three mountains and one lake—Qipan Mountain, Hui Mountain, and Xiu Lake—it is known as Shenyang's back garden. The Guandong Film and TV City, built against the hillside, recreates Republican-era street scenes of northeast China and is a frequent filming location; in winter, the Shenyang Ice and Snow Festival brings a bustling Ice and Snow World, snow sculptures, and lantern displays. The neighboring Shenyang Forest Zoo and Shenyang Expo Park (site of the 2006 World Horticultural Exposition) can be linked together, forming the most complete one-day leisure route in Shenyang's suburbs.
Getting there: Bus / self-drive, northeast of the city
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