c. 700 BCEZhou
Chu moves north to Danyang
The rising state of Chu pushed into the Dan River valley; its early capital is placed near Xichuan by most historians.
Suggested stay
1 days
Editorial guides
0
Arrive at
Nanyang East + 2 h drive
Best season
May–October
Three reasons to get off the train
- 01
Mountains & water
Taihang cliffs, forest trails and reservoirs
- 02
Food streets
Night markets and breakfast streets
What happened here
2014Modern
Water leaves Danjiangkou
The canal head at Xichuan sends water north to the capital; villages on the reservoir shore were moved to make room.
What to eat in Xichuan
Food notes for this county are still being gathered. The provincial food index covers the wider region.
Arrive, then move slowly
- Gateway
- Nanyang East + 2 h drive
- Rail access
- Drive from the nearest rail hub
- Time needed
- 1 days · 0 h of site time
Rail times below are planning estimates, not timetable data. Confirm departures before booking.
Nearby by rail
| City | Distance | Est. rail |
|---|---|---|
| Xixia 西峡 | 18 km | 0h 38m |
| Dengzhou 邓州 | 75 km | 0h 56m |
| Nanyang 南阳 | 98 km | 1h 4m |
| Lingbao 灵宝 | 163 km | 1h 24m |