This photo taken on Oct. 25, 2025 shows tourists visiting the Xinzhou ancient city in Xinzhou, north China's Shanxi Province. [Photo by Cao Yang/Xinhua]

Xinzhou has a profound history which can be traced back to the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220).

Xinzhou ancient city, located in the southern part of Xinzhou, stands as a well-known historic city along an ancient tea road, housing twelve pieces of immovable cultural relics.

Since 2017, local government has launched a preservation and renovation project here to revitalize the ancient city. With improved infrastructure, added cultural and entertainment activities, and expanded dining and homestay options, Xinzhou ancient city is attracting an increasing number of tourists to come and enjoy its new vitality.