[2025 Ningde Attraction] Travel Guide for Huotong Town (Updated Jun)

This super complete guide with emojis is here to teach you how to explore Ningde step by step—— 📝Preliminary preparations (thoughtful reminders) - Documents📛: Be sure to bring your ID card! It is required for accommodation and scenic spot registration~ Remember to bring your driver's license if you are driving~ - Clothing👚: Wear light and sunscreen clothing + swimsuit in summer (super fun to play in the water by the sea!), and thick coats + scarves🧣 in winter. Don't ignore the temperature difference due to the strong sea breeze~ - Other good things💄: Sunscreen🧴, sunglasses🕶️, sun hat👒, umbrella for both sunny and rainy days🌂, power bank🔋, camera📷 (essential for taking beautiful photos!) 🚆Transportation Guide (Nanny-level route) - Large transportation✈️: - Fly to Fuzhou/Wenzhou Airport, then take a bus🚍 directly to Ningde (about 2 hours); - Choose Ningde Station/Fuding Station/Xiapu Station for high-speed rail🚄. Ningde Station is a hub, making it convenient to go anywhere~ - Play in the city🚗: - City attractions can be reached by bus🚌; - For mountain attractions such as Taimu Mountain and Baishuiyang, it is strongly recommended to drive/charter a car🚙, which is free and worry-free! 🌄Attraction check-in (Amway on the head) 🌿Natural landscape group - Taimu Mountain⛰️: 5A fairy mountain is real! Husband and Wife Peak👫, One Piece Tile🏯, Tongtian Cave🕳️ must-see, remember to hold your mobile phone tightly when walking on the high-altitude plank road (those who are afraid of heights should be careful!)~ - Baishuiyang🌊: "The best scenery in the world" is not bragging! Natural surfing pool🌊 Soak in the water and have fun in summer, cool to scream~ - Yushan Island🌿: The most beautiful island in China certified by "National Geographic"! 10,000 acres of grassland🐂 + Tianhu Lake🌊, take photos of the "Hulunbuir on the Sea" in minutes~ 📜Human history group - Huotong Town🏯: Streams run through the town, visit famous Buddhist temples⛩️, watch She ethnic cultural performances, Huotong Lion Dance🦁️ is super shocking, and the charm of intangible cultural heritage is full! - Ningde Museum📚: Want to quickly understand Ningde? Come here! Folk customs, cultural relics, and historical changes are all revealed, free and knowledge-increasing~ - Sandu Ao🌊: Ancient port on the Maritime Silk Road! Take a boat to see the "Sea Tianhu"🌅, climb Doumu Island👣, Bijia Mountain🗻, remember to take photos when feeding seagulls~ 📸Photography check-in group - Beiqi Mudflat🌅: Gathering place for old photographers! After the tide recedes, the mudflats are like "fingerprints of the earth"🌌, the light and shadow of the sunrise are amazing, it is worth squatting at 5 am~ - Dongbi Village🌇: Internet celebrity fishing village is real! Beach + sea + sunset glow🌅 are layered on top of each other. Sit by the sea and watch the orange sea in the evening, so romantic that you cry~ 🍽️Food Map (Saliva Warning) - Featured snacks😋: - Fuding Meat Slices🍖: Q-bomb meat slices + hot and sour soup, any roadside stall is delicious, you can drink all the soup! - She Ethnic Black Rice🌿: Purple rice is wrapped in the fragrance of plants, soft, glutinous and sweet, it is even better when dipped in sugar~ - Huotong Sesame Cake🥞, Shouning Rice Cake🍚, Beef Rice Noodles🍜: Local foodies' private collection, find fireworks in the streets and alleys~ - Seafood feast🦀: - Xiapu Seafood Street🦞 Freshly pick live shrimp and crabs, steamed large yellow croaker🐟 is so tender that it melts in your mouth, and you can eat enough for an average of 80 per person! 🏡Accommodation recommendation (get a good night's sleep) - Jiaocheng District🏨: Live near Wanda! 🚇Convenient transportation + 🍜surrounded by food, recommend "Ningde Fuli Wanda Realm Hotel", the night view is super beautiful~ - Xiapu County🌊: Choose a seaside homestay! For example, "Manhai Valley Homestay", open the window to see the sea🌊, and watch the sunrise in one step~ - Island romance⛺: Camp on Yushan Island to count the stars✨, live in a characteristic homestay in Dongbi Village🏡, and see the sunrise as soon as you open your eyes, it's worth crying! 🗓️Three-day walking plan (copy homework version) - Day1: Ningde Museum📚 → Jin She Tou Beach🏖️ (play in the water) → Sandu Ao🌊 (see the sea fishing village) → Nanmendou🍜 (night market to show off food) - Day 2: Taimu Mountain⛰️ (climb the fairy mountain) → Yushan Island🌿 (camp to watch the sunset) - Day 3: Dongbi Village🌇 (take sunrise photos) → Beiqi Mudflat🌅 (light and shadow blockbuster) → return journey🚄 Ningde's sea breeze, mountains and seas, and food are waiting for you~🌴✨ Collect this guide and take your friends to rush!🚀 (Remember to wear comfortable shoes, there are so many beautiful scenery that you will be warned of leg weakness!)

Canola flower field location: Navigate to Huoyangwan Parking Lot, Hodong 🅿 Firecracker flower location: Near the town government Chinese milk vetch location: Pass the ancient town archway and follow National Highway 237. You'll see it in front of several ancestral halls.

#2月好地方2025 "The lion is biting!" Duoduo hid behind me and peeked at the strings in the old artist's hands. The colorful lion on the bamboo frame was shaking its head to the beat of the gongs and drums. Master Huang, with his white beard, shook the silk thread deliberately: "Don't be alarmed, this is the Huotong Silk Lion handed down from the Tang Dynasty. It is three hundred years older than your grandfather!" Old Chen took the opportunity to hold Duoduo's little hand to control the secondary line, and the puppet lion immediately danced disco crookedly. "A-mei, do you want to draw eyes for the lion?" Master Huang handed over the brush. Duoduo was so nervous that she stuck out her tongue: "The left... the right... oops, it's become cross-eyed!" The room full of brothers and sisters laughed. Watching the parade of lions marching down the street in the twilight, Duoduo rode on her father's shoulders and counted the lion heads: "Yellow! Red! Blue! Why is there no pink princess lion?" Suddenly the main lion sprayed fireworks into the sky. The little girl was so scared that she covered her ears but was reluctant to close her eyes. On the way back, I held the mini string lion given by my teacher and hummed a tuneless folk song by Huo Tong: "Pull the string lion, turn around, take my daughter to see the gods..."

Huotong Huayang Bay||Canola flower fields, rolling mountains, clouds and mist... Ningde also has its own version of "Thousand Peak Forest"—Huotong Ancient Town · Huayang Bay. The azure sky, the golden canola flowers, the emerald green wheat, and the crimson peach blossoms... Thousands of colors blend together in the sunlight, creating a unique spring watercolor painting.

Tips and tips for traveling in Ningde Ningde, a city located on the coast of Fujian, attracts many tourists with its unique mountain and sea scenery and rich cultural heritage. Whenever the melody of "Feng Ya Ningde" sounds, it makes people fascinated. However, there have been recent rumors that "it is really not recommended to go in March". Here, we hope to clarify it for you and share a detailed travel guide. 1. Preliminary preparations Although Ningde in March has lost the chill of winter, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. For this reason, it is recommended that you prepare a light jacket and long-sleeved clothing. To avoid the inconvenience of purchasing tickets at the last minute, it is recommended that you book scenic spot tickets in advance on major travel platforms. Especially during peak weekend times, planning ahead can ensure your trip goes smoothly. 2. Itinerary Planning 1. Day 1: Arrive in Ningde - Huotong Ancient Town When you first arrive in Ningde, it is recommended that you visit Huotong Ancient Town first. This place is simple and quiet, and the ancient walls and stone roads reveal the traces of time. Strolling along the Huotong Creek, enjoying the breeze and admiring the pastoral scenery on both sides will bring you a different kind of comfort. 2. Day 2: Taimu Mountain - Xiapu The next day, you can go to Taimu Mountain to enjoy the scenery of majestic peaks and rugged rocks. When surrounded by clouds and mist, it feels like being in a fairyland. Afterwards, you will go to Xiapu to encounter the beautiful tidal flat scenery. The sea surface sparkles under the afterglow of the sunset, which is beautiful beyond words. 3. Introduction to surrounding attractions 1. Huotong Ancient Town: As a famous historical and cultural town in China, Huotong Ancient Town has preserved many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. In addition, you can also watch traditional lion dance performances and experience the unique folk culture. 2. Taimu Mountain: Known as the "Fairyland on the Sea", Taimu Mountain integrates mountains, seas, rivers, islands and caves, and is a national 5A-level scenic spot. You will have endless fun while climbing the mountain. 3. Xiapu: As "the most beautiful mudflat in China", the mudflats in Xiapu present different colors and textures with the rise and fall of the tide and the changes of light and shadow. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. IV. Accommodation Guide To experience the ancient town style, you can choose a homestay in Huotong Ancient Town and feel the tranquility of sleeping by the water. If you are looking for convenient travel, it is recommended that you choose a hotel or B&B in Ningde city, which has a wide variety of options and convenient access to various attractions. Although some people say "I really don't recommend going there in March", we believe that Ningde is in the season of spring when everything is reviving. Let us follow the rhythm of music and explore this poetic and elegant Ningde! Have a nice trip!

"The symphony of mountains and seas, the love from all directions, the lingering poetry, the elegant time of Ningde." When the melody of "Elegant Ningde" rings out, I yearn for this coastal city in Fujian. In March, Ningde sheds the chill of winter, and everything comes back to life. It's the perfect time to travel, so here's my travel guide for you 😎 Preparation The temperature in Ningde gradually warms up in March, but there is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so remember to bring a light jacket and long-sleeved clothing 🧥. Book tickets for scenic spots in advance on major travel platforms. Some spots have more tourists on weekends, so planning ahead will save you trouble. My Itinerary • Day 1: Arrive in Ningde - Huotong Ancient Town Upon arriving in Ningde, head straight to Huotong Ancient Town. It's ancient and peaceful, with mottled ancient walls and winding stone roads, showing traces of time everywhere. Stroll along Huotong Creek, feel the breeze, and admire the idyllic scenery on both sides. It's very relaxing. • Day 2: Taimu Mountain - Xiapu In the morning, head to Taimu Mountain, where the peaks are steep, the rocks are jagged, and the clouds and mist make it look like a fairyland. Walk through the mountain trails and marvel at the wonders of nature. In the afternoon, rush to Xiapu to encounter the beautiful tidal flat scenery. The setting sun shines on the sea, sparkling, leaving you speechless. About the Surrounding Attractions • Huotong Ancient Town: "A thousand-year-old town, with the lingering fragrance of time," Huotong Ancient Town is a famous historical and cultural town in China, preserving many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. You can also experience traditional lion dance performances and feel the unique folk culture. • Taimu Mountain: "The Immortal Capital on the Sea," Taimu Mountain integrates mountains, seas, rivers, islands, and caves. The scenery is beautiful, and it's a national 5A scenic spot. The climb is full of fun. • Xiapu: Known as the "most beautiful tidal flat in China," the tidal flats here present different colors and textures with the rise and fall of the tide and the changing light and shadow. It's a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Accommodation Guide If you want to experience the ancient town style, you can choose a homestay in Huotong Ancient Town and sleep by the water. If you are looking for convenient travel, it is recommended to stay in Ningde City, where there are a variety of hotels and homestays, making it easy to visit various attractions 🏨. Food Guide • Ningde Meatballs: Made with cudweed and glutinous rice flour, the filling is rich, including dried bamboo shoots, mushrooms, diced meat, etc. The texture is soft and glutinous, and the aroma is enticing. It's a regular on Ningde people's dining tables 🥟 • Fuding Meat Slices: The meat is tender, sour, spicy, and delicious. The smooth meat slices are paired with delicious soup. One bite is super satisfying, "so addictive"! • Seafood Stalls: Ningde is close to the sea and has abundant seafood resources. Find any seafood stall and taste fresh shrimp, crabs, and shellfish. Enjoy the gifts of the sea in their original flavor. Ningde in March is picturesque and full of charm. Accompanied by the melody of "Elegant Ningde," encounter the mountain and sea scenery and cultural charm of this city, and embark on an unforgettable journey! 💖

#favouriteitinerary During a past visit to Huotong Ancient Town in the northwest of Jiaocheng District, Ningde City, I was enchanted by its rich history and cultural significance. Traversed by the Huotong Creek, one of Fujian's major water systems, the town is nationally recognized for its historical and cultural value. The Ming and Qing Style Old Street, with its traditional architectural styles, offered picturesque photo opportunities. Strolling through the streets, I experienced the rich historical ambiance. Wenchang Pavilion, symbolizing literary prosperity, stood as a significant cultural landmark, while Wusheng Temple, representing martial success, added to the town's cultural depth. Wearing comfortable shoes is essential for walking on the cobblestone streets. Huotong Ancient Town's historical charm and cultural richness make it a must-visit destination. 🌿😊

#favouriteitinerary 📍 Huotong Ancient Town: Located in the northwest of Jiaocheng District, Ningde City, this historic town is traversed by the Huotong Creek, one of the eight major water systems in Fujian. It's a nationally recognized historical and cultural town in China. 🎫 Tickets: Free entry 🏮Must-Visit Attractions: 🔹 Ming and Qing Style Old Street: The old street area, with its traditional Ming and Qing architectural styles, offers picturesque photo opportunities. Stroll through the streets to experience the rich historical ambiance. 🔹 Wenchang Pavilion: Symbolizing literary prosperity, this pavilion is a significant cultural landmark in the town. 🔹 Wusheng Temple: Representing martial success, this temple adds to the cultural and historical depth of the town. Travel Tips: Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the cobblestone streets. Enjoy your journey through the historical charm and cultural richness of Huotong Ancient Town! 🏯🌿😊

Ningde, Fujian is really a great place to visit all year round. Especially in winter, it is still warm and gentle. Self-driving tour routes in Jiaocheng District, Ningde: Ningde Jiaocheng District Sandu'ao-Huotong Ancient Town-Bai Xiang Sandu'ao Hotel In the morning, go to the Golden Snake Head Wharf in Sanduao. You can park your car in the parking lot and take a boat to Sandu Island. The boat is not big and you can buy a ticket after getting on the boat. It costs 40 per person for a round trip. The boat arrives at 8:00 and will leave when there are more people. It takes about 20 minutes. There are small electric cars at the dock that can go up the mountain. It only takes 5 minutes to get there. There are check-in points such as Luocuoli Monastery and Fuhai Customs. There are quite a few return flights, and you can return around 13:20 in the afternoon. At the Jinshetou Wharf, you can take a picture of the sign with Ningde written on it. In the afternoon, drive to Huotong Ancient Town. You can walk in or ride a bike. There are old buildings and a lot of delicious snacks here. Taro buns are 5 yuan for 4 pieces, grapefruit peel candy, and maltose wrapped peanuts are quite special. Cut them into pieces and eat them. They are soft in texture, so eat them as soon as possible. Hotel 🏨 : Staying at Bai Fliport Sanduao Hotel, it is very close to the pier and has a quiet environment, like a big garden. If you stay in a lake view room, the scenery is even better and you can sit on the balcony and enjoy the view. Heated swimming pool, gym ✔ The key is why self-service is so great! It is worth coming here just for the buffet, which is very cost-effective. There are many varieties of fresh seafood, hot pot, sashimi, and various snacks from all over Fujian. You can eat enough at this time. The hotel also provides She ethnic costumes, put them on and take photos✔ It’s right to come to Ningde for vacation.

In addition to Sipin Village, Ningde has another must-see attraction: Huotong Ancient Town. If you don't want to experience the crowds in Sipin Village, Huotong Ancient Town is a great alternative. Huotong Ancient Town is a quiet and simple place that attracts visitors from all over the world with its unique charm. Walking along the Huotong River, you will pass through Guicun, Yunqi, and Xinan villages. The scenery along the way is beautiful, a perfect combination of nature and culture. Compared to the tranquility of Sipin Village, the river in Huotong Ancient Town is larger and wider. The river flows along the mountains, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds, and green mountains, like a vivid landscape painting. When you are there, you will feel an indescribable sense of peace and comfort, which is very healing. Walking into the old street of Huotong Ancient Town, you will feel a unique sense of relaxation. The ancient buildings exude a historical atmosphere. Strolling along the old street, you can admire a variety of traditional handicrafts, taste authentic local delicacies, and communicate with the locals to learn about their lives and stories. Huotong Ancient Town not only has beautiful natural scenery but also rich cultural landscapes. The people here are warm and hospitable, making you feel at home. Here, you can let go of all your worries and stress and enjoy a peaceful and wonderful trip. In short, if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find a peaceful place, Huotong Ancient Town is a great choice. Come here to heal your soul and relax your body.

🌧️The Huotong Ancient Town in the drizzle has its unique charm. The ancient Ming and Qing streets, Helin Palace, and Huayan Temple are all worth visiting, but if you are with children and the elderly, you might consider a more relaxed way to appreciate this thousand-year-old town. 🚲We rented a tandem bicycle and rode through the streets and alleys of the ancient town, feeling the ambiance of the town in the light rain. Cycling along Huotong Creek, the clear water was refreshing, as if we were in the beautiful scenery of the Li River in Guilin. 🛶There are also passenger boats on Huotong Creek, and if you have enough time, you might as well take a boat ride and enjoy the pleasure of drifting on the clear water. However, even without taking a boat, strolling along the creek can also bring joy and a sense of the beauty of nature. 🎭Finally, don't forget to watch the national intangible cultural heritage wire lion performance and experience the charm of traditional culture. After the whole half-day tour, although it's off the beaten path, it leaves one with a sense of fulfillment and beautiful memories. Admission: Free Duration: 2-3 hours Dining: The town has a food street and various small restaurants, which are not expensive per capita

Huotong Town has a profound cultural heritage and is a famous historical and cultural town in China, a national key town, a national-level ecological town, and also a sacred place of Chinese Taoism, one of the birthplaces of Taoism in the southeast, and a AAA-rated scenic area. It is known as the 'Buddhist Fairyland' and 'Number One Cave Heaven' among other beautiful accolades. The Ming and Qing Ancient Street, the core protection area of the ancient town, is 1700 meters long, built at the end of the Ming and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty, starting from the 'Merit Archway', which was the necessary route to enter the town in ancient times. It has well-preserved ancient Ming and Qing residential buildings, with the overall architecture incorporating elements of Bagua and Feng Shui. Merit Archway The 'Merit Archway' is an ancient building constructed for people who have contributed to society, with its Dougong structure following the architectural style of the Tang Dynasty. Wenchang Pavilion Built in the 37th year of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty. The Tang Dynasty stone stele 'Huotong Cave Heaven' is preserved here, and in the 36th year of the Republic of China, the CPC Fujian East Special Committee and the representatives of the Kuomintang military and political departments held peace negotiations here. It is a county-level cultural relics protection unit. Flourishing folk art National-level intangible cultural heritage: the first batch of Huotong thread lions, the second batch of Huotong iron branches. Fujian provincial intangible cultural heritage 'February 2nd' Lantern Festival. The famous ancient Huangju water conservancy wonder site, which has a high status and contribution in the history of water conservancy construction in China. Helin Palace One of the four famous palaces of Chinese Taoism. There is also the Zhiti Temple, one of the 'Famous Historical Temples of Fujian', which is a key national Buddhist temple protection unit. There are many more attractions and ancient sites in the surrounding area, and those interested can stay for 2-3 days to slowly experience and observe. Due to time constraints, I only had a brief look. Location: Huazhong Road, Jiaocheng District, Ningde City, Fujian Province Open all year round for free. Transportation: There is a bus from Ningde Bus Station to Huotong every 20 minutes. It's about 35 kilometers away. There are parking spaces for self-driving.

Ningde·Hutong Ancient Town|Listening to the story of the other side of the mountain The first time I went north alone, I came to another strange city. For the first time, I took a bus at the passenger station, bumped and swayed all the way, shuttling through the mountains and forests, I came to a quiet small town far away from the world, and talked with the villagers, Listening to the story of the other side of the mountain. Having the courage to go alone is the first New Year gift I gave myself in 2024. Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Ningde Station, take the bus to Ningde North Bus Station, take Ningde Hutong Line to the terminal 14r, about an hour. It's best to get on the bus from the starting station. If you are at the middle station, you need to wave to stop the bus. If there are seats on the bus, the driver will stop After arriving at the station, navigate to the "Hutong Ancient Town Scenic Area Tourist Service Center", it's only a few hundred meters away, there is a Hutong Line Lion Pavilion in the service center On the way, you can see the gate of Hutong Ancient Town on the left hand side, there are bicycles for rent next to it, and inside is the cultural corridor and door Lion Dance Performance: I came for the lion dance performance, but the enthusiastic villagers told me that there is usually no lion dance performance, only when the leaders come to inspect or on major holidays, the holiday performances are as long as eight days and as short as four days. Hutong, half county and half ancient town, is where the villagers of Hutong live. There are still many ancient shops, and the people who take the bus are basically locals going home or going out If you have time, go to Hutong and listen to the story of the other side of the mountain

Huotong Ancient Town, located in the northwest of Jiaocheng District, Ningde City, Fujian Province, 47 kilometers away from the city, is a thousand-year-old town in the Huotong Creek basin that has long been famous. It is also a town of Chinese folk culture and art, one of the four ancient towns in Eastern Fujian. It has been selected as one of the top ten most influential towns in China and the most beautiful town in China. Huotong Line Lion and Huotong Iron Branch are listed as the first and second batch of national intangible cultural heritage. Huotong Ancient Town is a natural and cultural scenic spot that combines canyons, waterfalls, botanical gardens, forest parks, and cultural relics. A Huotong Creek flows slowly along the ancient town, the creek is clear, quiet and peaceful, and the hundred-year-old banyan tree by the creek has witnessed the long history of Huotong Ancient Town. A floating bridge connects the two banks. The creek reflects the rolling mountains, making Huotong Ancient Town more natural and deep historical charm, and it is also known as Fujian's 'Little Wuzhen'. The ancient and flavorful Ming and Qing old streets are the core historical blocks of Huotong Ancient Town. It was built in the 13th year of Jiajing in the Ming Dynasty (1534), nearly two kilometers long, and here are preserved the Shouxing Temple, Wenchang Pavilion, Zhou House, Huotong Ancient Bridge and other 64 ancient buildings. The green brick and black tile, the flying eaves and the corners of the brick and wood ancient houses are scattered. Walking in the long bluestone alleyway that leaves traces of the years, the mottled wooden houses make people feel the rich historical and cultural heritage. The Wenchang Pavilion, which was built during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, unfolds from east to west along the central axis, in order of the gate building, Wenchang Pavilion and the rear hall. The main building, Wenchang Pavilion, is a wooden structure, with an octagonal double-eave spire, 13.5 meters high, and is the representative ancient building of Huotong Ancient Town. The long river of history rushes past, the old street is still ancient and long, wandering here, giving people a sense of instant crossing. 📍Location: Huotong Ancient Town, Jiaocheng District, Ningde, Fujian. 🚗Traffic: From Ningde, take the 104 National Road north to Badu Town, then go west along the 237 National Road for more than 20 kilometers. 💰Cost: Huotong Ancient Town is fully open and does not charge admission. ❗️Nearby: You can also visit Yunqi Poetry Beach, Yangtou Ancient Village and other attractions on the way.