# Jinzhou

Jinzhou (锦州; Jǐnzhōu) is a city in Liaoning Province. Near Bohai Sea, is a city with a long history, known as the "Liaoxi throat". Jinzhou is an important transportation hub and port city in China, and is also famous for its rich cultural heritage and natural scenery, such as Mount Pijia, Mount Putuo and the Liaoshen Campaign Memorial. As one of the central cities of Northeast Asia, Jinzhou plays an important role in economy, culture and tourism, combining traditional and modern charm.

## Understand

An industrial city on the western shores of Liaoning Gulf, Jinzhou is visited mainly for its storehouse of Jurassic period fossils. Jinzhou is a city with a long history, located in the southwest of Liaoning Province, which has become an important transportation hub due to its geographical location. It is not only an economic and cultural center in the Northeast, but also rich in natural scenery and historical sites. Historical sites such as Liaoshen Battle Memorial in Jinzhou bear witness to its important position in China's modern and contemporary history. With its unique geographical advantages and deep cultural heritage, Jinzhou has shown a unique charm that combines tradition and innovation in the modernization process.

### Climate

Jinzhou belongs to the temperate monsoon climate, four distinct seasons. Summer is hot and humid, the temperature is high, the precipitation is concentrated; winter is cold and dry, and occasional snow. The temperature is suitable in spring and autumn, especially in autumn, and the climate is pleasant and suitable for tourism. The average annual precipitation is more concentrated in summer, and the spring and autumn seasons are relatively dry.

## Get in
### Aircraft

41.115121.1451 Jinzhou Bay International Airport (锦州湾国际机场), Binhai New District, Jinzhou City, Liaoning Province (located about 30 km southeast of the city.). The airport mainly provides domestic flights, connecting cities such as Beijing, Shenyang, Shanghai and so on. Upon arrival, you can take a taxi or airport bus to the city. (updated Dec 2024)

### Train

Jinzhou Railway Station is an important railway transportation hub. Through high-speed rail or ordinary rail, passengers can travel directly from Beijing, Shenyang, Dalian and other cities to Jinzhou. Jinzhou Railway Station offers a wealth of train options for long-distance travellers.
| Departure City | Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| Jinzhou to Beijing | G3524 | 12:52 | 15:46 | 2 hours 54 minutes |
| Jinzhou to Shenyang | D7763 | 14:18 | 16:30 | 2 hours 12 minutes |
| Jinzhou to Dalian | G3525 | 15:01 | 17:20 | 2 hours 19minutes |
| Jinzhou to Shanghai | G3516 | 08:21 | 10.45 | 2 hours 24 minutes |

### Motor vehicles

41.1227121.13482 Jinzhou Bus Terminal Station (锦州汽车客运站), No. 7 Lingnan West Lane, Jinzhou City（锦州市凌南西里7号）, ☏ +86 (0416)2181114. Jinzhou Bus Terminal provides a number of long-distance lines connecting the surrounding major cities and attractions to facilitate the travel of passengers. (updated Dec 2024)

### Self-driving

If you are driving in northeastern China, Jinzhou can be reached by major highways such as Shenyang-Jinzhou Expressway and Dalian-Jinzhou Expressway. The city's well-developed road network is suitable for exploring the surrounding attractions by car.

## Get around
### By Taxi

Taxis or didi dache (Chinese Uber) are probably your best bet. The areas outside the city may be too distant to casually bicycle.

#### By Bus

* Public Buses: Jinzhou has a well-developed public bus system covering most parts of the city.
* Long-Distance Buses: Several bus stations offer long-distance services to nearby cities such as Shenyang, Dalian, and Beijing.
Jinzhou Intercity Bus Station :
| Bus Station | Address | Main Routes | Contact Information |
| Jinzhou Bus Station | 7 Lingnan West Lane, Jinzhou | Long-distance services to Shenyang, Dalian, Beijing, etc. | Tel: (0416) 2181114 |
| Jinzhou Tieben Bus Station | 4-171 Mingde Garden, Central North Street, Jinzhou | Long-distance services to Shenyang, Dalian | Tel:(0416) 3500499 |
| Jinzhou Lianyun Long-Distance Bus Station | Contact via local transportation services | Long-distance services to surrounding cities | Tel:(0416) 2111699 |

#### By Car

* Rent a car for more flexibility in traveling to nearby attractions or neighboring cities.

#### By Bicycle

* Jinzhou offers bike-sharing services for short trips around the city.

## See

* Bijia Shan41.115121.1281 Bijia Mountain (笔架山; Bǐjiàshān), No. 7 Lingnan West Lane, Jinzhou City, ☏ +86 (0416)2181114. 06:00-18:00. With its unique mountain shape and rich vegetation, Mount Bijia attracts many tourists, making it an ideal place for mountaineering, photography and leisure. (updated Dec 2024)
* Guta Park41.1172121.12822 Guta Park (古塔公园; Gǔtǎgōngyuán), No. 1, Tower Road, Guta District, Jinzhou City, ☏ +86 (0416)2181114. 08:00-17:00. Jinzhou Ancient Tower, one of the oldest brick towers in China, was built in Liao Dynasty and has important historical and cultural value. The adult fare is $70 and the discounted fare is $35.. (updated Dec 2024)
* Liaoshen Campaign Memorial Hall41.127289121.1425463 Liaoshen Campaign Memorial (辽沈战役纪念馆), No. 1 Section 5, Beijing Road, Linghe District (凌河区北京路5段1号) (bus nos. 10, 111, 202, 207, 211, 214, 222, 224 and the inner circle bus (环路内环)), ☏ +86 416 3839788, lszyjngwz@lszyjng.com. 09:00-12:00, 13:00-15:00. Dedicated to the Liaoshen Campaign, the first of three major offensive operations launched by the People's Liberation Army (PLA) against Kuomintang positions in eastern China during the late stage of the Chinese Civil War. The campaign is considered one of the most important turning points in the war as it resulted in the PLA gaining numerical superiority over the Kuomingtang army for the first time since the war began. Free. (updated Jan 2021)
* Fengguo Temple41.542778121.24254 Fengguo Temple (奉国寺), 18 East Street, Yi County (义县东街18号) (get a bus to Yi County from Jinzhou Bus Station, then walk or get a taxi; the temple is just 1km north of the Yi County Bus Station), ☏ +86 416 7721535, 13554245@qq.com. 08:30-16:00 (November to March), 08:00-16:30 (April to October), no tickets sold in last 30 minutes. A Buddhist temple dating from the Liao Dynasty. The temple's main hall is one of the oldest and best-preserved ancient wooden structures in China. ¥50. (updated Mar 2022)
* 41.571535121.1331945 Sino-German Paleontological Museum (中德古生物博物馆), Hejiaxin Village, Toutai Town, Yi County (义县头台镇河夹心村) (get a bus to Yi County from Jinzhou Bus Station, then get a taxi from there; the museum is on the G305 Highway and about 16km west of the Yi County Bus Station), ☏ +86 416 7575341. 08:30-16:30 (April to October), 09:30-15:30 (November to March), no entry in last 30 minutes, closed every Monday and during Chinese New Year. Established in 2008 by a German fossil collector in collaboration with the government of Yi County. The museum is at the site where a dinosaur species known as bolong yixianensis was first discovered. A large fossil of bolong yixianensis is on display along with other fossils found in the area. Outside the museum is an excavation site and a petrified forest. ¥40. (updated Mar 2022)
* 41.535235121.2359216 Yizhou Fossil Museum (宜州化石馆), 66 Nanguan Street, Yi County (义县南关街66号) (get a bus to Yi County from Jinzhou Bus Station, then walk from there; the museum is only 150 meters from the Yi County Bus Station), ☏ +86 416 7722519. 09:00-16:00, no tickets issued after 15:30. The Yizhou Fossil Museum was the first paleontological museum to be established in Liaoning Province following the discovery of fossils in the region in the 1990s. It is now an official branch of the Geological Museum of China. The museum has about 10,000 fossils in its collection, including around 200 that are considered to be of high value and importance. Free. (updated Mar 2022)

## Buy

41.10922121.119711 Jinzhou Shopping Center (锦州购物中心), No. 21-1, Science and Technology Road, Taihe District, Jinzhou City, Liaoning Province, ☏ +86 (0416) 3201315. 10:00-22:00 every day. Jinzhou Shopping Center is a comprehensive shopping mall, providing supermarkets, clothing, department stores, food, movies and other areas to meet the needs of different consumers. (updated Dec 2024)
41.125121.1122 Carrefour Jinzhou (锦州家福乐) (No. 198 Longhu Road, Jinzhou Development Zone, Liaoning Province), ☏ +86 (0416) 2181114. 10:00-22:00 every day. Carrefour Supermarket offers a wide variety of products, including fresh food, daily necessities, home appliances, etc., to meet your shopping needs. (updated Dec 2024)

## Do
### Enjoy Jinzhou Beach

In summer, you can go to the beach near Geumju to experience the beach, waves and various marine entertainment programs.

### Bird watching lake

To Jinzhou North Lake or nearby wetlands, especially in spring and autumn, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of migratory birds.

### Take a bath in a hot spring

Jinzhou has a number of hot spring resorts around, winter hot spring is the ideal choice to relax.

### Experience local folk culture

The rural areas around Jinzhou retain many traditional cultural activities, and you can experience the local folk customs in depth during the festival.

## Eat
### Jinzhou Street Food

Address: Jinzhou Old Town Center Square Near
A variety of local snacks are available, including barbecue, fried skewers, sugar gourds, etc.

### Jinzhou Old Restaurant

Address: 58 Xishan Road, Jinzhou City
Traditional northeastern restaurant serving classic Northeastern dishes.

## Drink
### inzhou Café

Address: Jinzhou City Center Commercial Street
A variety of coffee and snacks are available for relaxation.

### Jinzhou Bar Street

Address: Jinzhou City Culture Road
Various bars and nightclubs are a gathering place for nightlife enthusiasts.

## Sleep

41.0985121.1271 Jinzhou Grand Hotel (锦州大酒店), No. 58, Section 3, Central Street, Jinzhou City, Liaoning Province. Jinzhou Hotel is a comprehensive hotel offering comfortable rooms, dining services and conference facilities for business and leisure travelers. (updated Dec 2024)
41.1135121.13222 Jinzhou Yunding Select Boutique Hotel (锦州云鼎智选精品酒店), No. 26, Section 5, Jiefang Road, Linghe District, Jinzhou City, Liaoning Province. Jinzhou Yunding Select Boutique Hotel offers comfortable rooms, dining services and conference facilities for business and leisure travelers. (updated Dec 2024)
41.1165121.13323 Jinzhou Orange Hotel (Guta Park Branch) (锦州橘子酒店(古塔公园店)), No. 23-67 Nanjing Road, Section 2. The hotel is within walking distance of Guta Park and offers a variety of dining and shopping options. (updated Dec 2024)

## Go next

Just over 100 km from Jinzhou lies another city known for its fossil discoveries, Chaoyang. Shenyang, the provincial capital, is 225 km away, while further to the south, Dalian rests 380km from Jinzhou.