Guichi District Tourism, Chizhou City, Anhui Province
Guichi District, Chizhou City, Anhui Province — a famous city of poetry and wine culture, the political, economic and cultural center of Chizhou City, known as the "Poetic City of Jiangnan, Beautiful Guichi". It integrates poetry and wine culture, lake and mountain scenery, and historical sites, featuring attractions such as Xinghua Village, Pingtian Lake, and Qishan Mountain. Enjoy the poetry and wine culture and lake-mountain scenery in one day.
One-Day Poetry & Wine Culture Tour in Guichi District
Poetry and wine in Xinghua, scenery of Pingtian Lake, scenic spots of Qishan Mountain, ancient charm of Qingxi River
Visit Xinghua Village in the morning to experience poetry and wine culture, and explore Pingtian Lake to admire the lake and mountain scenery; climb Qishan Mountain in the afternoon to overlook the city view, and stroll along Qingxi River to experience ancient charm; visit Chizhou Museum in the evening to learn about local culture.
- Urban buses reach Xinghua Village and Pingtian Lake
- Qishan Mountain and Qingxi River are within the urban area
- Sightseeing bicycles are available for rent at Pingtian Lake
- Chizhou Railway Station is about 15 minutes' drive from the city center
- Xinghua Village: ¥60
- Pingtian Lake: Free
- Qishan Mountain: Free
- Qingxi River: Free
- Chizhou Museum: Free
- Guichi Small Pancake
- Qiupu Mandarin Fish
- Chizhou Fermented Fish
- Qingxi Wheat Fish
- Qishan Cloud and Mist Tea
Must-Try Foods in Guichi District
Guichi Small Pancake
A traditional famous snack in Guichi, made of high-quality flour and local characteristic fillings, with sesame, scallions and other ingredients, baked over charcoal fire. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with various fillings and a fragrant aroma, it is the most favorite breakfast food of local people.
Qiupu Mandarin Fish
A specialty food in Guichi, using mandarin fish produced in Qiupu River, cooked with local characteristic seasonings through unique craftsmanship. Tender meat and delicious taste, it is the delicacy in Li Bai's poems, reflecting the essence of Chizhou's river fresh culture.
Chizhou Fermented Fish
A traditional specialty of Guichi, made of high-quality fresh fish, marinated with fermented grains and various spices through traditional craftsmanship. Golden in color, rich in fermented aroma and unique in taste, it is a local characteristic side dish and souvenir.
Qingxi Wheat Fish
A specialty aquatic product in Guichi, named for being produced in Qingxi River and shaped like wheat grains. Small in size and delicate in meat, it can be cooked in various ways such as frying and stewing, with delicious taste, and is a famous local specialty food.
- March-April: Apricot blossoms are in full bloom, suitable for flower viewing in Xinghua Village
- September-November: Clear autumn weather, suitable for lake and mountain tours
- Summer: Can go to Pingtian Lake for water activities to cool off
- Rich activities during Xinghua Village Cultural Tourism Festival (April)
- Taste poetry and wine culture in Xinghua Village
- Cycle around Pingtian Lake to enjoy the scenery
- Climb Qishan Mountain to overlook the panoramic view of the city
- Stroll along Qingxi River to experience ancient charm
- Taste local specialties such as Guichi Small Pancake
- Tickets: ¥60
- Catering: ¥40-80
- Transportation: ¥20-40
- Shopping: ¥30-100
- Total: ¥80-200
- What is the relationship between Xinghua Village and Du Mu? → Named after Du Mu's poem "Qingming" - "the cowherd points to Xinghua Village in the distance"
- Origin of the name Pingtian Lake? → Derived from Li Bai's poem "The water is like a piece of silk, this place is Pingtian Lake"
- What are the characteristics of Qishan Mountain? → Urban mountain park, climbing to the top offers a panoramic view of Chizhou and the Yangtze River
- What specialties can I take from Guichi? → Guichi Small Pancake, Chizhou Fermented Fish, Qishan Cloud and Mist Tea, Qingxi Wheat Fish