Jieyang: A Journey Through the Timeless Elegance and Coastal Wonders of Chaoshan

Things to Prepare - Documents: Bring your ID card and other necessary documents such as student ID, senior citizen card, etc. - Clothing: Pack appropriate clothing according to the season. Pay attention to sun protection and bring light and breathable clothing in summer. Also, bring a thick coat in winter. - Toiletries: Toiletries, skincare products, sunscreen, umbrella or raincoat, etc. - Medicine: Prepare common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, and motion sickness medicine in case of physical discomfort. - Other items: Mobile phone, camera, charger, power bank, etc., and download local maps or related travel apps in advance. Transportation Guide - External transportation: You can choose to fly to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport and then take a taxi or airport bus to the city center. You can also take the high-speed train/EMU to Jieyang Station, Huilai Station, or Jieyang Airport Station, and then transfer to a bus or taxi to your destination. - City transportation: You can choose to walk or ride a shared bicycle in areas where attractions are concentrated. For attractions across districts, you can choose a chartered car or self-drive. Attractions - Historical and Cultural Sites Tour - Jinxian Gate: A landmark building in the ancient city of Jieyang and the site of the Ming Dynasty "Qiaolou Xiaojiao". The gate tower has three floors and carries beautiful meanings. You can take photos of the eaves of the gate tower with the sunrise or sunset.  - Jieyang Confucian Temple: Built in the Southern Song Dynasty, it is the largest Confucian temple in Lingnan, with a layout similar to the Beijing Confucian Temple. The Panlong stone pillars in Dacheng Hall are exquisitely carved, and the red walls and green tiles are suitable for taking pictures.  - Jieyang City God Temple: Adjacent to the Jieyang Confucian Temple, it is a well-preserved City God Temple with a long history in Guangdong. You can admire the exquisite craftsmanship of inlaid porcelain, gold lacquer wood carving, and stone carving.  - Shuangfeng Temple: The largest ancient temple in Jieyang, with Han and Tang style architecture, red walls and yellow tiles, and flying eaves and brackets. When lit up at night, it resembles the bathhouse in Spirited Away.  - Zhongshan Road Arcade Street: Lined with Nanyang-style arcades, there are many local shops where you can taste local snacks and experience the strong local customs.  - Natural Scenery Exploration Tour - Huangmanxi Waterfall Group: Known as the "First Waterfall in Lingnan", the five-level waterfall is magnificent, and the waterfall pours down like a silver chain. You can even see rainbows under the sunlight.  - Keniao Stone Forest Scenic Area: Strange stones carved by ancient glaciers and waves are everywhere. Rocks of different heights and sizes are like stone shoots soaring into the sky, making it a paradise for photographers.  - Huangqishan Forest Park: You can climb to the top to enjoy the beautiful scenery. There are also many natural landscapes and cultural relics on the mountain.  - Special Theme Experience Tour - Yangmei Jade City: A paradise for jade lovers, where you can admire exquisite jade and experience jade carving. - "Yingge Love" Theater: Watch the first live performance with the theme of Puning Yingge in the country, learn about the development of Yingge, and feel the spirit of unity and hard work of Chaoshan people. - Wangtianhu Ecological Tourism Resort: There are more than 150 kinds of animals, as well as a 108-meter-high Ferris wheel and a seven-color slide, suitable for family outings.  Food Recommendations - Longjiang Pig's Feet: Intangible cultural heritage food. The pig's feet are marinated with 18 spices, fatty but not greasy, and perfect with rice. - Puning Dried Tofu: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, made from high-quality soybeans, and eaten with leek brine or Shacha sauce. - Oyster Omelet: Made with fresh oysters, eggs, and sweet potato flour, it is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and served with fish sauce or sweet and spicy sauce. - Sugar Onion Pancake: Thin pancakes rolled with sugar onion, crushed peanuts, etc., sweet and crispy. - Taro with Sugar Coating/Salted Egg Yolk: Coated with sugar, with a soft, sweet filling. - Jieyang Rice Noodle Rolls: The rice milk skin is crystal clear, with rich fillings, served with coconut black chicken soup, and drizzled with sweet garlic sauce. Accommodation Recommendations - To experience the charm of the ancient city: You can choose a homestay near Jinxian Gate. - For comfort and convenience: Hotels in the city center are a good choice, such as the Atour Hotel Jieyang Rongcheng Jieyang Tower, which offers a first-line river view. - For hot spring relaxation: Jingming Hot Spring Resort and Panlong Bay Hot Spring Resort are good choices.