[2025 Longyan Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhencheng Building (Updated Mar)

📍Yongding Tulou · Tulou Prince Scenic Area Because I stayed at the nearby Yuntuji Hotel 🏨, it was very convenient to get in and out. However, this entrance doesn't have a staffed ticket booth, so visitors need to purchase tickets 🎫 directly on the platform. To better understand the Tulou culture, I hired a tour guide at the recommendation of the hotel owner for CNY 100 per tour. Through the guide's vivid explanations, I gained a more concrete understanding of the history and culture of Yongding Tulou. The main attraction within this scenic area is Zhencheng Lou, known as the "Prince of Tulou." Of course, there are many other unique Tulou buildings within the entire scenic area. The entire area operates on a single-ticket system, and as long as there are no special family events taking place inside a Tulou, you can enter and visit. The scenic area sells evening tickets, which are not eligible for any discounts. However, if you don't leave the scenic area before 6pm, you can directly enjoy the night view and lighting without purchasing additional tickets.

[Intro]✌️ Hello everyone! Today, I'm taking you to explore a unique landmark in Fujian—the Tulou! This historic cluster of buildings is sure to leave a lasting impression. [Destination Overview]✈️ The Fujian Tulou, located in the Yongding District of Fujian, are renowned worldwide for their unique architectural style and rich cultural heritage. Constructed from earth, stone, and wood, they showcase an ancient art of living. [Main Attractions]🌅 Start your journey at Zhencheng Lou, a representative structure within the Tulou cluster. Then, head to Jiqing Lou and other Tulou buildings to admire their magnificent presence. Consider wearing traditional local attire for a truly immersive, time-traveling experience. [Food Recommendations]🥯 Within the Tulou scenic area, you can savor authentic Fujian snacks like Satay Noodles and Zhajiangmian (fried sauce noodles). Also, don't miss out on the local farmhouse dishes, such as free-range chicken and duck. [Travel Tips]✈️🛝 Autumn and spring are the ideal seasons to visit, offering pleasant weather and stunning scenery. To gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the Tulou, consider joining a local guided tour. ❤️❤️[Outro] The Fujian Tulou, each building carrying a wealth of history and culture, awaits your arrival. Here, you can immerse yourself in an ancient cultural atmosphere and savor authentic local cuisine. Embark on your exploration now!🎉🎉 ❤️❤️[Music] Upbeat music as background music to enhance the video's appeal. I hope this Fujian Tulou travel guide is helpful. Have a wonderful trip!🎉🎉

Best Time to Visit Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit. The temperature is comfortable from March to April, and you can also enjoy the canola flowers and cherry blossoms. From October to November, the weather is crisp and clear, perfect for hiking and enjoying the scenery. Try to avoid the rainy season from May to June. Accommodation Recommendations • Longyan City: Choose accommodation near the bus station or Wanda Plaza for convenient transportation, shopping, and dining. • Changting: Stay in the main urban area, like near Jichuan Gate, for convenient strolling and dining, and enjoy the beautiful night view of the ancient city in the evening. • Yongding Tulou: For an in-depth experience of Tulou life, choose to stay at Zhencheng Lou or Chengqi Lou, but book at least two weeks in advance. Transportation Guide • External Transportation: ◦ High-speed Rail: It takes about 2 hours from Xiamen North to Longyan. Book tickets in advance for better deals. ◦ Airplane: Liancheng Guanzhishan Airport has an airport bus to the city. • Local Transportation: ◦ Bus: Longyun Bus covers major scenic spots. Download the "Longyan Travel" app for more convenient travel. ◦ Chartered Car: CNY300–500 per day. You can book a local driver in advance, which is suitable for group travel. Must-See Attractions • Yongding Tulou: A World Cultural Heritage site and the filming location of Big Fish & Begonia. Don't miss Chengqi Lou, the "King of Tulou," and Zhencheng Lou, the "Prince of Tulou." It is recommended to arrive before 7am to capture the Tulou in the morning mist. • Guanzhishan: Known as "Bei Yi Nan Zhi, Danxia Shuangjue" together with Mount Wuyi. You can hire a guide to explain the unique geological wonders. Climbing the mountain takes about 2–3 hours, so remember to wear sports shoes. • Changting Ancient City: Rich in Hakka culture. Free to visit. Paid attractions include Baxi Lou and Da Fu Di. The light show on the ancient city wall at night is stunning. • Former Site of the Gutian Conference: A red tourism destination. Free to visit. Learn about revolutionary history and enhance your patriotic feelings. • Longyan Cave: A 4A-level scenic spot. The stalactites inside the cave are uniquely shaped, earning it the name "Guilin in a Cave." Must-Try Local Foods • Longyan Clear Soup Noodles: Originating from Caoxi Town, Xinluo District, the rice noodles are served with pork bone soup and seasonings, creating a delicious flavor. • Changting Dried Tofu: Available in five-spice, soy sauce, and yellow varieties, offering a combination of sweet, fragrant, salty, and savory flavors. • Liancheng Dried Sweet Potato: One of the "Eight Dried Delicacies of Western Fujian," it has a reddish-yellow color and a sweet, soft texture. • Pickled Chicken Feet: A casual snack that is sour, spicy, and appetizing, with a delicious flavor. Classic 4-Day Itinerary • Day 1: Arrive in Longyan City → Changting Ancient City (enjoy food on Diantou Street, stroll along the ancient city wall, and see the night view) • Day 2: Changting Ancient City (Confucian Temple, Wolong Academy, Changting County Museum, Hakka Baxi Lou, Da Fu Di) • Day 3: Guanzhishan (take a boat on Shimen Lake, climb the mountain to see the Danxia landform) → Yongding Tulou (check in to Tulou) • Day 4: Yongding Tulou (get up early to take photos of the Tulou in the morning mist, learn more about Tulou culture) → Return trip Tips to Avoid Pitfalls • Accommodation: Hotels in the ancient city area are relatively old, so choose carefully. Tulou accommodation is easily fully booked during peak season, so be sure to book in advance. • Equipment: The ultraviolet rays are strong in the mountainous areas, so bring a sun umbrella. There are many mosquitoes in the ancient architectural areas, so bring mosquito repellent. The temperature difference between day and night is large, so bring a thick coat. • Other: The mobile phone signal is weak in the Tulou area, so download offline maps in advance. The mountain roads are winding, so those who get carsick should prepare motion sickness medicine in advance. Some places do not support mobile payment, so bring some cash. Hope this guide helps you have a pleasant trip in Longyan!

Longyan City, which belongs to Fujian Province, is commonly known as Western Fujian. Western Fujian consists of 8 counties under the jurisdiction of Longyan and Sanming. It is also a Hakka ecological and cultural protection area, the former Central Soviet Revolutionary Base, and the hometown of the Red Army. Today I will introduce some scenic spots that I think are pretty good. 1 Speaking of Longyan, the most famous attractions are of course Yongding Tulou and Tulou Prince. Tulou are divided into Fenglou, Fanglou and Yuanlou, and are also a world cultural heritage. How did the ancestors of the Hakka people conceive and build these buildings? What a wonder in architectural history! [Joyful] Tulou and Tulou Prince are two scenic spots. Tickets need to be purchased separately. Tulou is 50 yuan per person, Tulou King is 85 yuan per person, and the combined ticket is 98 yuan per person. It is purely for visiting the buildings and checking in. This is also the filming location of the Chinese animated film "Big Fish and Begonia". There are 4 large earth buildings in the Tulou Scenic Area, the most famous of which is Chengqi Building. There is a mountain path outside the building that leads to the top of the mountain. There is a pavilion on the top of the mountain where you can rest or climb up to enjoy the view. It takes about 20-30 minutes to reach the top of the mountain. The Tulou King scenic area is relatively new, and the most famous one is the Zhencheng Tower, also known as the Bagua Tower. Warm reminder✨, you can hire a private tour guide for both scenic spots, the price is a few dozen yuan, and the price is negotiable. 2 The ancient city of Changting in Changting County, the world's Hakka capital, mainly includes four major historical blocks, namely Diantou Street, Nandajie Street, Dongdajie Street, Shuidong Street, and the historical area of ​​the former site of the Provincial Soviet. The scenic spots include Wolong Academy, ancient city wall, ancient stage, Baxi Pavilion, etc. The recommended order of sightseeing is: Changting Ancient City - Jichuan Gate - Baxi Tower - Changting Museum - Wolong Academy, so that you don't go the wrong way. The ancient city gate and the museum are free, and you can buy a combined ticket to visit other attractions. If you want to eat delicious food, there are many snacks near the Sanyuan Pavilion city gate. The average consumption per person is about ten yuan. You can walk slowly and enjoy a leisurely time. 3 Guanzhi Mountain in Liancheng County, this Hakka sacred mountain, is so beautiful that "women will feel shy when they see it, and men will feel moved when they see it". It is also called the Mountain of Life. Line A: 115 yuan/person, Line B: 150 yuan/person. Both routes include taking a boat to visit Shimen Lake and climbing Guanzhi Mountain. Line B has the red overpass in the picture. Guanzhi Mountain is one of the few mountains in Fujian that has an elevator that goes directly to the top of the mountain, and its main feature is easy climbing. The scenery is nice and unique. In the evening, you can go to Sijiaojing in the county town to stroll around and taste delicious food. The biggest historical feature of this commercial street is the ancient well, which is located below the steps on the river bank. There are actually many fun places in Longyan. I personally think these three attractions are the most representative, and you can arrange three days to leisurely visit them. [Awesome]

Zhencheng Lou, also known as "Bagua Lou", is a typical representative of Fujian Tulou and is known as the "Prince of Tulou" and the "Oriental Architectural Pearl". Zhencheng Lou is located in Hongkeng Village, Hukeng Town, Yongding, Fujian, and is part of the Hongkeng Tulou Group. It was built under the supervision of Lin Hongchao. Zhencheng Lou is one of the finest Hakka round buildings. Its shape is like an ancient official hat. Among the more than 20,000 Tulous in Yongding, it is more representative. Zhencheng Lou faces south to the north, and the main building is designed according to the Yi Jing Bagua, divided into Bagua. There are two floors of circular terraces in the building, and the center of the inner ring is the central hall. The hall is equipped with a gallery, supported by 4 large stone pillars nearly 7 meters long. The inner ring building is a two-story brick and wood structure of Western-style architecture, forming a unique style of "outer soil and inner ocean, Chinese and Western combined". Zhencheng Lou is famous for its combination of Chinese and Western styles and its exquisite and changeable interior space design. There are firewalls between the hexagrams, and arches are set up. The doors are closed to form courtyards, and the doors are open to communicate with the courtyards. It is divided into inner and outer rings. The outer ring building is a four-story beam structure of earth and wood. The inner ring is mainly used to receive foreign guests. It boldly adopts the principle of diversity and unity emphasized by Western architectural aesthetics, and has achieved a high aesthetic realm. It is a masterpiece of Chinese and Western combined earth residential buildings. Zhencheng Lou is the main building of the World Cultural Heritage Fujian Tulou, a national cultural relics protection unit. There is a square Tulou, Qingcheng Lou, on the side of Zhencheng Lou. Qingcheng Lou is located next to the Prince of Tulou, Zhencheng Lou. It covers an area of 1,100 square meters and has four stairs and a well. It has three floors in front and four floors in the back, implying that it is getting better and better, and one generation is better than one generation.

Longyan to Yongding Tulou Group Scenic Area is about 77 kilometers. When it is close to the Tulou Group, you can see sporadic earth buildings along the roadside. From the heights, the domes are hollow like a frisbee, and the loess deep wall locks the courtyard. Enter Yongding Tulou Scenic Area, follow a small stream, walk for about 10 minutes or so, you can walk to the Tulou Prince---Zhencheng Building, this road is not alone, the stream flows along the way, the flowers bloom The villagers are busy with their farm work and have an idyllic rural atmosphere. After crossing a small bridge, he came to Zhencheng Building. He was hailed as the prince of Tulou and regarded as the representative of Hakka. After the corridor on the first floor, you can go around the building and go around like a labyrinth. It is like walking through the Lin Family Courtyard in the Republic of China, brick walls, wooden doors, carved windows, and each household maintains the whole The unification of style has highlighted its own characteristics in the internal layout. The area above the 1st floor of the zhengcheng building is not open to the public, and the third floor is the best choice if you want to look at its overall situation. It is not impossible to think of the third floor. You can go straight to the uncle who lives in the building to buy a toll. From the wooden staircase to the third floor, you will stand in the best viewing position to enjoy the vibrating building. This building is quite elaborate, divided into two circles inside and outside, each circle is divided into eight units, the units are connected by arches, open can be connected to each other, and closed can be self-contained, both The harmony of the big family and the privacy of the small family are really an ideal community model. The ancestral hall in the middle can also be used as a stage. It is the living area of everyone. It is really a pleasure to sit around and enjoy the drama after the meal.