Feixi County Tourism, Hefei City, Anhui Province

Feixi County, Hefei City, Anhui Province — the southwest gateway of Hefei, known as the "Hometown of Huai Army, Water Town Ancient Town". It integrates the customs of thousand-year-old ancient towns, mountain forest ecological oxygen bar and Huai Army cultural heritage, featuring attractions such as Sanhe Ancient Town, Zipeng Mountain, Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence, etc. Experience the diverse customs of the "Jade of Central Anhui" in one day.

1695
km² Regional Area
900,000+
Permanent Population
12+
Characteristic Cultural & Tourism Attractions
4A/5A
Number of National A-level Scenic Areas (including 1 5A)
Sanhe Ancient Town Scenery, Feixi County, Hefei
Sanhe Ancient Town - Cultural Landmark of Feixi County
A national 5A-level scenic area, a Jianghuai water town with a history of over 2500 years, featuring "small bridges, flowing water and rural households". It retains the architectural style of the Ming and Qing dynasties and is a living fossil for understanding the folk customs and commercial history of Jianghuai.

One-Day Tour of Ancient Town and Mountain Forest in Feixi County

Water town customs, forest oxygen bar, Huai Army memories, ecological leisure

Trip Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Sanhe Ancient Town, Zipeng Mountain, Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence, Guanting Forest Sea, Feixi Laomuji Homeland
Suitable For
Ancient town lovers, nature explorers, history learners, parent-child families, leisure vacationers
Per Capita Budget
¥150-¥400
All Day
Feixi Ancient Town & Ecological Integration Tour
Sanhe Ancient Town · Zipeng Mountain · Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence · Guanting Forest Sea
Trip Highlights

In the morning, stroll through Sanhe Ancient Town to enjoy the water town customs and visit Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence to trace the history of Huai Army; in the afternoon, climb Zipeng Mountain to experience the forest oxygen bar and roam Guanting Forest Sea to admire ten thousand mu of green plants; in the evening, experience rural fun at Laomuji Homeland and taste characteristic food.

Attraction Arrangement
Sanhe Ancient Town
A national 5A-level scenic area and a millennium-old town named after the confluence of Fengle River, Hangbu River and Xiaonan River. It retains more than 300 buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including Yang Zhenning's Former Residence and Liu Tongxinglongzhuang. Wupeng boats sway in the river, showing the Jianghuai water town style of "small bridges, flowing water and rural households".
Zipeng Mountain National Forest Park
A national 4A-level scenic area, known as the "No.1 Mountain in Luzhou", with a forest coverage rate of 96%. The main peak is 188.7 meters above sea level. There are relics such as Xilu Temple, Li Dian's Tomb and Zhou Yu's Reading Place in the mountain, making it an ideal place for mountain climbing, fitness, prayer, sightseeing and getting close to nature.
Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence
A national key cultural relic protection unit, the mansion of Liu Mingchuan, a general of the Huai Army in the late Qing Dynasty, also known as "Liu Laowei". It consists of a weibao (moat castle), inner city and residence, retaining a large number of Huai Army cultural relics. The museum displays Liu Mingchuan's life story and Taiwan-related history, showing his historical achievements in resisting France and protecting Taiwan.
Guanting Forest Sea
A national 4A-level scenic area, the largest artificial ten-thousand-mu forest sea in East China, planted with ginkgo, metasequoia, osmanthus and other trees. The flower sea is brilliant in spring and the forest is dyed in layers in autumn. It has forest trails, viewing platforms and wetland landscapes, making it a natural oxygen bar for ecological sightseeing and cycling leisure.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • It takes about 30-60 minutes to drive from downtown Hefei to each attraction
  • There are direct buses to Sanhe Ancient Town at Hefei Tourism Bus Station
  • You can take Hefei Bus No.80 to Zipeng Mountain
  • Self-driving or chartered car is recommended for attractions within the county
Ticket Information
  • Sanhe Ancient Town: Free (combined ticket for internal attractions ¥70)
  • Zipeng Mountain National Forest Park: Free (Xilu Temple ¥10)
  • Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence: ¥30
  • Guanting Forest Sea: Free
  • Feixi Laomuji Homeland: ¥40
Food Recommendations
  • Sanhe Rice Dumpling
  • Feixi Laomuji (Old Hen)
  • Shilan Cake
  • Glutinous Rice Ball
  • Sanhe Shrimp Paste

Must-Try Food in Feixi County

Sanhe Rice Dumpling

A characteristic snack of Sanhe Ancient Town in Feixi County, with skin made of indica rice flour and filling with fresh pork, dried shrimps, etc. Fried until the outer skin is crispy and the filling is fragrant, it is the most representative food on the streets of the ancient town with a history of over 100 years.

Feixi Laomuji (Old Hen)

A geographical indication food of Feixi County, selected local free-range native chickens, slow-cooked with clear water, only added ginger slices to enhance freshness. The soup is clear, the meat is firm and chewy, and the soup is delicious and mellow, retaining the original flavor of the ingredients to the greatest extent, which is a good nourishing product.

Shilan Cake

A traditional pastry of Sanhe Ancient Town in Feixi County, named after being produced in Shilan Street of the ancient town. Made of flour, sesame and white sugar, baked with charcoal fire, the cake surface is covered with sesame, crispy and sweet in taste, which is a necessary snack for local festivals.

Sanhe Shrimp Paste

A characteristic soup of Sanhe Ancient Town in Feixi County, made into a paste with fresh river shrimps, indica rice flour and chopped green onions, fragrant and slightly spicy, delicate in taste. It is eaten with Sanhe Rice Dumpling, which is a classic breakfast combination locally.

Feixi County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-April): Cherry blossoms and peach blossoms are in full bloom in Guanting Forest Sea
  • Summer (June-August): Take a Wupeng boat in Sanhe Ancient Town to escape the heat
  • Autumn (October-November): Zipeng Mountain is covered with dyed forests, suitable for mountain climbing
  • Winter (December-February): Sanhe Ancient Town has a strong New Year flavor, and you can experience folk customs
Must-Experience Activities
  • Take a Wupeng boat to cruise Xiaonan River in Sanhe Ancient Town and admire the ancient buildings on both sides
  • Climb the main peak of Zipeng Mountain and overlook the ten-thousand-mu forest sea and the panoramic view of Xilu Temple
  • Listen to explanations at Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence to understand the history of Huai Army and Taiwan
  • Ride on the greenway of Guanting Forest Sea and check in the "Colorful Forest Sea" landscape
  • Experience rural activities such as catching chickens and picking eggs at Feixi Laomuji Homeland
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥100-150
  • Catering: ¥80-150
  • Transportation: ¥50-120
  • Shopping: ¥50-200
  • Total: ¥150-400
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How long to visit Sanhe Ancient Town? → 3-4 hours (including boat ride)
  • Is climbing Zipeng Mountain difficult? → Low difficulty, about 2 hours round trip
  • Is there a explanation service at Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence? → Yes, free explanation can be booked for groups of more than 10 people
  • Is Guanting Forest Sea suitable for children? → Yes, there are parent-child cycling paths and viewing platforms

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