Dangshan County Tourism, Suzhou City, Anhui Province
Dangshan County, Suzhou City, Anhui Province — the Hometown of Chinese Crisp Pears, located at the junction of Anhui, Jiangsu, Shandong and Henan provinces. It integrates the ecology of the Yellow River Old Course, the landscape of century-old pear orchards, and the historical culture of ancient cities. It has characteristic scenic spots such as Pear King Tree Scenic Area, Yellow River Old Course, Aotou Guanhai, etc. Enjoy the pear township customs in one day.
One-Day Pear Orchard Ecological Tour in Dangshan County
Century-old Pear King Tree, Yellow River Old Course, Aotou Guanhai, Ancient City Charm
Visit the Pear King Tree Scenic Area in the morning to experience pear township culture and stroll along the Yellow River Old Course to experience the ecological wetland; climb Aotou Guanhai in the afternoon to enjoy the magnificent scenery and visit Dangshan Ancient City to learn about historical culture.
- There is a tourist special line from the county seat to Liangli Town
- Sightseeing bicycles can be rented in the pear orchard scenic area
- Self-driving or chartered car is recommended for the Yellow River Old Course
- Walking is recommended in the ancient city area
- Pear King Tree Scenic Area: Free
- Yellow River Old Course: Free
- Aotou Guanhai: Included in the Old Course Scenic Area
- Yaochi Yanxia: Free
- Dangshan Ancient City: Free
- Dangshan Crisp Pear
- Dangshan Yellow Peach
- Dangshan Braised Chicken
- Mutton Soup
- Pear Syrup Candy
Must-Try Foods in Dangshan County
Dangshan Crisp Pear
A national geographical indication product and one of the top three famous pears in traditional China. It has large fruit, small core, thin skin, juicy flesh, crisp and sweet taste, rich in nutrition, and is known as "the nectar in fruits, the holy nectar in medicine".
Dangshan Yellow Peach
A characteristic fruit of Dangshan, with golden flesh, rich aroma, more sweet and less sour, rich in vitamin C and cellulose. It can be eaten directly or processed into canned food, preserved fruit and other products.
Dangshan Braised Chicken
A traditional famous dish of Dangshan, selected local free-range chickens, matched with a variety of spices, and braised by traditional craftsmanship. It has bright red color, tender meat, crispy bones and mellow taste, with unique flavor.
Pear Syrup Candy
A traditional specialty of Dangshan, made with crisp pear juice as the main raw material, mixed with rock sugar, honey, etc. It has the effects of moistening the lungs to relieve cough, promoting fluid production and soothing the throat, and is a local characteristic health food.
- Late March - Early April: Pear blossom blooming period, ten-thousand-mu pear orchard like snow
- Late August - September: Crisp pear ripening period, can experience picking fun
- Avoid high temperature and rainy season in summer
- Rich activities during the Pear Blossom Festival (late March - early April)
- Take photos in front of the Pear King Tree to feel the charm of the century-old pear tree
- Bird watching in the Yellow River Old Course wetland to enjoy the ecological beauty
- Climb Aotou Guanhai to look far and overlook the magnificent scenery of the pear orchard
- Stroll in Dangshan Ancient City to trace historical footprints
- Taste fresh Dangshan crisp pears and pear products
- Tickets: Free
- Catering: ¥40-80
- Transportation: ¥30-70
- Shopping: ¥50-150
- Total: ¥60-200
- How long does it take to visit the Pear King Tree Scenic Area? → 2-3 hours
- When can I see pear blossoms? → Best from late March to early April
- Can I pick crisp pears? → Yes during the ripening period, fee required
- What varieties of Dangshan crisp pears are there? → Mainly crisp pears, crown pears, golden pears, etc.