Shexian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province – the birthplace of Huizhou culture and a national historical and cultural city, known as the 'hometown of Huizhou merchants and the land of archways'. It boasts top cultural attractions such as Huizhou Ancient City, Tangyue Memorial Archway Group, and Yuliang Dam. Experience the cultural charm of 'Zou Lu of the Southeast and the source of Huizhou merchants' in 1-2 days.
Stroll through the ancient city, explore archways, view scenery at the ancient dam, trace the roots of Huizhou merchants
Take an in-depth tour of Huizhou Ancient City throughout the day, visiting core attractions such as Xuguo Stone Archway, Huizhou Prefecture Yamen, Doushan Street, and Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall; in the afternoon, head to Tangyue Memorial Archway Group to learn about the ethical culture and architectural art of Huizhou merchants in the Ming and Qing dynasties; in the evening, taste authentic Huizhou cuisine in the ancient city.
In the morning, visit Yuliang Dam to learn about the wisdom of ancient water conservancy projects and stroll along Yuliang Ancient Street; in the afternoon, head to Xiong Village to visit Zhushan Academy and experience the poetic landscape of 'Ten miles of sand beach flowing in the water, beautiful and seclusive stone cliffs on both east and west sides'; in the evening, walk along the Xin'an River to admire the beautiful scenery of the landscape gallery.
A specialty snack of Shendu Town, Shexian County, named for its shape like a bundle. Wrapped in dough with fillings (mostly tofu, pork, bamboo shoot dice, etc.) and pinched into a bundle shape, it is steamed or pan-fried, with flexible outer skin and delicious filling, serving as a dietary representative of Shendu Wharf culture.
A traditional famous pastry of Shexian County, made by wrapping fillings (commonly bean paste, preserved vegetable, fresh meat, etc.) in dough, placing it on a flat pan, and pressing a round stone slab on top to bake. With crispy outer skin and delicious filling, it is one of the representative Huizhou snacks.
A traditional pasta of Shexian County, named for its thinness like yarn. With complex production processes involving multiple steps, the noodles are smooth and chewy, usually served with chicken soup or shredded pork toppings, tasting delicious and being a delicacy for entertaining guests in Shexian families.
A specialty of Wenzheng Mountain in Shexian County, with tender, white and crisp bamboo shoots and delicious taste. It can be cooked with cured meat, ham, etc., or served as a separate dish, being a representative of Huizhou mountain delicacies and known as 'Wenzheng Mountain bamboo shoots are the best under heaven'.