Quanjiao County Tourism, Chuzhou City, Anhui Province
Quanjiao County, Chuzhou City, Anhui Province — a millennium-old county with profound cultural heritage, is the hometown of Wu Jingzi, the author of "The Scholars". It integrates historical culture, forest ecology, lake scenery and ancient city charm, featuring attractions such as Wu Jingzi Memorial, Shenshan National Forest Park, and Biyun Lake. Experience both humanities and nature in one day.
One-Day Humanities and Ecology Tour of Quanjiao County
Jingzi Culture, Shenshan Forest, Biyun Lake Scenery, Ancient City Charm
In the morning, visit Wu Jingzi Memorial to learn about the culture of "The Scholars" and tour Shenshan National Forest Park to enjoy forest bathing; in the afternoon, cruise Biyun Lake to appreciate the lake and mountain scenery and visit Santasi Temple to experience Buddhist culture; in the evening, stroll around Taiping Ancient City to experience historical charm.
- County buses reach Wu Jingzi Memorial
- Self-driving or chartered car is recommended to Shenshan and Biyun Lake
- Quanjiao Bus Station has buses to various towns and townships
- Walking or renting sightseeing cars is available inside the attractions
- Wu Jingzi Memorial: Free (Reservation Required)
- Shenshan National Forest Park: ¥30
- Biyun Lake: Free
- Santasi Temple: ¥10
- Taiping Ancient City: Free
- Quanjiao Lamb Noodles
- Machang Lamb Noodles
- Zhougang Snow Jujube
- Guanba Beef
- Biyun Lake Fish Head
Must-Try Foods in Quanjiao County
Quanjiao Lamb Noodles
A traditional famous food in Quanjiao, made with high-quality local mountain lamb and soup base boiled with various spices. The noodles are chewy, the lamb is tender, and the soup is rich in flavor, making it a heartwarming food in cold weather.
Machang Lamb Noodles
A specialty food of Machang Town in Quanjiao, homologous to Quanjiao Lamb Noodles but with its own characteristics. Famous for its unique cooking techniques and seasoning methods, it has tender meat and a distinctive flavor.
Zhougang Snow Jujube
A traditional famous pastry in Quanjiao, named for its shape like a snow jujube. Made with glutinous rice, white sugar and sesame, it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, sweet but not cloying, being a local specialty tea snack and gift.
Biyun Lake Fish Head
Made with high-quality bighead carp head from Biyun Lake, stewed with tofu, shiitake mushrooms and other ingredients. The soup is milky white, the fish meat is tender and nutritious, being a delicacy for entertaining guests locally.
- Spring (April-May): Azaleas bloom in Shenshan National Forest Park
- Autumn (September-November): Pleasant climate, Biyun Lake is at its most beautiful
- Summer is ideal for cooling off in the forest park and Biyun Lake
- Winter is the best time to taste lamb noodles
- Learn about "The Scholars" culture at Wu Jingzi Memorial
- Hike and climb mountains in Shenshan National Forest Park to breathe fresh air
- Take a boat tour on Biyun Lake to appreciate the lake and mountain scenery
- Visit Santasi Temple to pray and experience the charm of the millennium-old temple
- Stroll around Taiping Ancient City to trace historical footprints
- Tickets: About ¥20-40
- Catering: ¥50-120
- Transportation: ¥30-70
- Shopping: ¥40-130
- Total: ¥80-260
- Do I need to reserve a ticket for Wu Jingzi Memorial? → Yes, reservations can be made through the official website or public account
- How long does it take to visit Shenshan National Forest Park? → 2-3 hours
- Can I swim in Biyun Lake? → There are designated swimming areas, please pay attention to safety
- What local specialties can I take from Quanjiao? → Zhougang Snow Jujube, Guanba Beef