Huainan City Travel

Huainan, Anhui — the birthplace of tofu in China, an important town of Chu and Han cultures, home to famous scenic spots such as Bagong Mountain, Shouxian Ancient City, and Jiaogang Lake. It is a characteristic tourist city integrating historical culture, natural scenery and industrial tourism.

2000+
Years of Tofu Culture History
5533
Square Kilometers Total Area
87
Kilometers Huaihe River Shoreline
3.45 Million+
Permanent Resident Population

3-Day 2-Night Cultural Tour of Tofu Hometown in Huainan City

Climb Bagong Mountain, stroll along the ancient city wall, boat on Jiaogang Lake, and visit the Han King's Tomb

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Bagong Mountain, Shouxian Ancient City, Jiaogang Lake, Huainan King's Tomb
Suitable For
Culture lovers, food explorers, history researchers, natural scenery enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥1200-¥2800
01
Tofu Origin Exploration
Cultural Tour of Bagong Mountain and Shouxian Ancient City
Trip Highlights

Climb Bagong Mountain in the morning to explore the birthplace of tofu; visit Shouxian Ancient City in the afternoon to experience the charm of Chu and Han cultures; taste authentic Huainan tofu feast in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Bagong Mountain
National Geopark and National Forest Park, famous for the ancient battlefield of the Feishui Battle known as "the wind rustling and the grass stirring made the soldiers think they were enemies". It is the birthplace of Chinese tofu, with rich geological relics and cultural landscapes.
Shouxian Ancient City
National historical and cultural city, with intact Song Dynasty city walls. The ancient city preserves many historical buildings such as Confucian Temple and Bao'en Temple, and is one of the birthplaces of Chu culture.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Resort hotels around Bagong Mountain
  • Featured homestays in Shouxian Ancient City
  • Business hotels in Tianjia'an District
Food Recommendations
  • Bagong Mountain Tofu Feast
  • Shouxian Dajiujia (Pastry)
  • Beef Soup
  • Huainan Sesame Seed Cake
Travel Tips
  • Best to visit Bagong Mountain in the morning for optimal lighting
  • Rent a bicycle to tour Shouxian Ancient City
  • Tofu feast needs to be booked in advance
02
Water Town Customs
Experience Tour of Jiaogang Lake and Huaihe River Scenery
Trip Highlights

Boat on Jiaogang Lake in the morning to experience water town customs; visit Huaihe River Scenic Belt in the afternoon to learn about Huaihe River culture; experience Huainan night market culture in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Jiaogang Lake
National Wetland Park, with a water area of 60,000 mu, famous for "thousand-mu lotus marsh". You can take a boat tour, fish, pick lotus seeds, and it is an ideal place to experience water town customs.
Huaihe River Scenic Belt
A landscape belt built along the Huaihe River, with viewing platforms, cultural squares and riverside trails. It is an important place to enjoy the scenery of the Huaihe River and learn about Huaihe River culture.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Direct buses from urban area to Jiaogang Lake
  • Huaihe River Scenic Belt can be visited by bike
  • Starting taxi fare in urban area is ¥6
Ticket Information
  • Bagong Mountain: ¥80
  • Shouxian Ancient City: Free (Fees for internal attractions)
  • Jiaogang Lake: ¥60 (Including boat ticket)
  • Huaihe River Scenic Belt: Free
Experience Tips
  • Lotus season at Jiaogang Lake is from June to August
  • Huaihe River Scenic Belt has beautiful night view
  • Huaihe River boat tour can be arranged
03
Han and Chu Culture
Exploration Tour of Historical Culture and Industrial Civilization
Trip Highlights

Visit Huainan King's Tomb in the morning to learn about Han Dynasty civilization; visit Huainan Museum in the afternoon to experience the city's historical culture; return in the evening and end the cultural tour of Huainan.

Attraction Arrangement
Huainan King's Tomb
The mausoleum of Liu An, the Huainan King of the Western Han Dynasty. Liu An was the inventor of tofu. The tomb area is on a grand scale, and it is an important site to understand Han Dynasty culture and the origin of tofu.
Huainan Museum
A comprehensive local museum, displaying the historical culture, natural resources and industrial development of Huainan. It has exhibition halls such as "Chu and Han Heritage" and "Energy Capital".
Practical Information
Return Suggestions
  • About 30 minutes from urban area to Huainan South Railway Station
  • About 1.5 hours to Hefei Xinqiao International Airport
  • It is recommended to depart for return before 4 pm
Food Map
  • Shangyao Sanzi (Fried Dough Twist)
  • Jiaogang Lake Salted Duck Eggs
  • Qiji Bean Products
  • Xiaji Gongyuan (Meatball)
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Bagong Mountain Tofu Products
  • Shouxian Dajiujia (Pastry)
  • Jiaogang Lake Salted Duck Eggs
  • Huainan Beef Soup Seasoning

Must-Try Foods in Huainan City

Bagong Mountain Tofu Feast

A traditional famous feast in Huainan, with Bagong Mountain tofu as the main ingredient. It can make hundreds of tofu dishes, with delicate taste and rich nutrition, and is the most characteristic food in Huainan.

Shouxian Dajiujia

A traditional famous pastry in Shouxian with a long history. It is baked with shortcrust pastry wrapped in various fillings, with crispy outer skin and sweet inner filling.

Beef Soup

A featured soup in Huainan, with yellow beef and beef bones boiled to make the soup base, accompanied by vermicelli, bean cakes and other ingredients. The soup is delicious and the meat is tender and rotten.

Huainan Sesame Seed Cake

A traditional snack in Huainan, with crispy outer skin and soft inner part. It can be filled with beef, tenderloin, etc., and is a favorite breakfast of local people.

Huainan City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • April-May: Azaleas bloom on Bagong Mountain
  • June-August: Lotus blooms at Jiaogang Lake
  • September-November: Clear and crisp autumn weather, suitable for ancient city tours
  • Avoid outdoor activities during high temperature in summer
Must-Experience Activities
  • Explore the origin of tofu on Bagong Mountain
  • Stroll along the ancient city wall of Shouxian
  • Boat and pick lotus seeds on Jiaogang Lake
  • Taste authentic tofu feast
  • Experience Huainan beef soup for breakfast
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥200-350
  • Accommodation: ¥300-600 per night
  • Catering: ¥100-200 per day
  • Transportation: ¥120-250
  • Total: ¥1200-2800
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How long to spend at Bagong Mountain? → It is recommended to arrange half a day
  • What are the features of Shouxian Ancient City? → Intact Song Dynasty city wall, Chu cultural relics
  • Which restaurant has the most authentic tofu feast? → Recommended old-established restaurants at the foot of Bagong Mountain
  • What are the characteristic souvenirs in Huainan? → Tofu products, Dajiujia pastry, beef soup seasoning