Back from Foshan, and here's the honest truth.
✨Foshan in February, without the harsh cold of the north, is brimming with warmth and vitality, making it the perfect time to travel. This city, steeped in Lingnan charm, boasts both ancient historical sites and mouthwatering cuisine. Come join me on this wonderful Foshan journey!
Itinerary
Day 1: Lingnan Tiandi → Foshan Ancestral Temple → Nanfeng Ancient Kiln
Day 2: Qing Hui Garden → Huagai Road Pedestrian Street → Shunde Shunfeng Mountain Park
Day 3: Fisherman's Wharf → Lingnan Heyuan Garden
Must-See Attractions
1. Lingnan Tiandi 📍Address: Central area of Zumiao Donghuali, Chancheng District, Foshan City. Tickets: Free. Opening hours: All day
Here, the Lingnan residential architectural style of the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China has been preserved, with wok-ear walls and grey brick houses everywhere. Stroll through it, admiring the ancient buildings while savoring various local snacks, and experience the perfect fusion of tradition and modernity.
2. Foshan Ancestral Temple 📍Address: No. 21, Zumiao Road, Chancheng District, Foshan City. Tickets: 20 yuan. Opening hours: 08:30 - 18:00
As a cultural landmark of Foshan, the Ancestral Temple has a profound historical background. The exquisite "Three Carvings and Two Sculptures" (brick carving, wood carving, stone carving, pottery sculpture, and plaster sculpture) are breathtaking. You can also enjoy wonderful lion dance performances here and experience the charm of traditional Lingnan culture.
3. Nanfeng Ancient Kiln 📍Address: No. 6, Gaomiao Road, Shiwan, Chancheng District, Foshan City. Tickets: 25 yuan. Opening hours: 08:30 - 17:00
Known as the "Pottery Capital of Southern China," its kilns have been burning for five hundred years. Here, you can visit traditional crafts, appreciate folk art, and even experience the fun of pottery making and firing.
4. Qing Hui Garden 📍Address: No. 23, Qinghui Road, Daliang, Shunde District, Foshan City. Tickets: 15 yuan. Opening hours: 09:00 - 17:30
The former residence of a *zhuàngyuán* (top scorer in the imperial examinations) during the Ming Dynasty, it is a typical Lingnan garden. Every step reveals a new scene, with pavilions, rockeries, ponds, and lush trees, full of poetic and picturesque charm, making it a great place for photos.
5. Huagai Road Pedestrian Street 📍Address: Huagai Road, Daliang, Shunde District, Foshan City. Tickets: Free. Opening hours: All day
A pedestrian street integrating shopping, food, entertainment, and leisure, with Lingnan-style arcade buildings on both sides. Here, you can buy various Shunde specialties and taste Shunde delicacies such as double-skin milk and fish skin.
6. Shunde Shunfeng Mountain Park 📍Address: Intersection of Nanguo East Road and Jurong South Road, Shunde District, Foshan City. Tickets: Free. Opening hours: 05:30 - 22:00
One of the "New Top Ten Scenic Spots" of Shunde, it features natural landscapes and cultural and historical attractions. Here, you can hike, boat, admire ancient architecture, and enjoy a leisurely time.
7. Fisherman's Wharf 📍Address: No. 16, Dongti Road, Ronggui Subdistrict, Shunde District, Foshan City. Tickets: Free. Opening hours: All day
A romantic and scenic cultural tourism block transformed from an old wharf, it is full of artistic atmosphere and exotic charm. There are various specialty restaurants, bars, and many creative graffiti walls, perfect for taking pictures.
8. Lingnan Heyuan Garden 📍Address: No. 12, Renchang Road, Beijiao Town, Shunde District, Foshan City. Tickets: 20 yuan. Opening hours: 09:00 - 17:30
A newly built Lingnan garden, it inherits the traditional Lingnan gardening art. The pavilions, small bridges, flowing water, and winding corridors within the garden fully demonstrate the exquisiteness and elegance of Lingnan gardens.
Must-Try Food
🍜 Double-skin milk: Shunde's signature dessert. The top layer of milk skin is sweet and fragrant, while the bottom layer is smooth and melts in your mouth.
🐟 Fish skin: Crispy fish skin paired with various seasonings offers a rich taste and is a must-try cold dish.
🥟 Lunjiao Cake: Sweet, refreshing, chewy, and with a unique fermented aroma.
🍲 Congee hot pot: Using fresh congee as the base for the hot pot, various ingredients are cooked in it, preserving their original flavors while making the congee even more delicious.
Accommodation Guide
📍 Chancheng District: It is recommended to stay near the Ancestral Temple, which is conveniently located with many attractions and restaurants nearby.
📍 Shunde District: Daliang and Ronggui are good choices, making it easy to visit various attractions and enjoy the food in Shunde. You can choose hotels or homestays according to your budget.
🎈 A trip to Foshan will not only allow you to appreciate the natural scenery and cultural landscape of Lingnan but also satisfy your taste buds. Come to Foshan and embark on an unforgettable journey! You are sure to fall in love with this charming city!