Lingbi County Travel, Suzhou City, Anhui Province

Lingbi County, Suzhou City, Anhui Province — the Hometown of Chinese Lingbi Stones, located in northern Anhui, integrates strange stone culture, historical relics, and folk customs. It boasts attractions such as Lingbi Stone National Geopark, Yu Ji's Tomb, and Zhong Kui's Hometown, offering a one-day tour to enjoy strange stones and history.

2052
km² Area
1.04M+
Permanent Population
5M+ Tons
Lingbi Stone Reserves
2000+ Years
Lingbi Stone Mining History
Lingbi Stone Landscape in Lingbi County
Lingbi Stone National Geopark - Symbol of the Hometown of Chinese Lingbi Stones
Lingbi Stones are famous for their exotic shapes, bright colors, smooth textures, and wonderful patterns. As treasures among ornamental stones, they embody the uncanny craftsmanship of nature and the integration of humanistic art.

One-Day Strange Stone Culture Tour in Lingbi County

Lingbi Strange Stones, Yu Ji's Tomb, Zhong Kui's Hometown, Ancient City Charm

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Lingbi Stone National Geopark, Yu Ji's Tomb, Zhong Kui's Hometown, Lingbi Ancient City, Lingbi Stone Culture Museum
Suitable For
Strange stone culture enthusiasts, historical relic seekers, folk culture explorers, photography lovers
Per Capita Budget
¥50-¥180
Full Day
Lingbi Strange Stone Culture & Historical Relics Tour
Lingbi Stone · Yu Ji's Tomb · Zhong Kui's Hometown · Lingbi Ancient City
Tour Highlights

Visit Lingbi Stone National Geopark in the morning to experience strange stone culture and Yu Ji's Tomb to learn historical stories; explore Zhong Kui's Hometown in the afternoon to experience folk culture and stroll through Lingbi Ancient City to trace historical footprints.

Attraction Arrangement
Lingbi Stone National Geopark
The core production area of Lingbi Stones, one of China's four famous stones, featuring abundant strange stone resources and unique geological landscapes. The Lingbi Stones in the park have various shapes, wonderful textures and colorful hues, known as the "No.1 Stone under Heaven".
Yu Ji's Tomb
The burial site of Yu Ji, the beloved concubine of Xiang Yu during the Chu-Han Contention period. The tomb mound is well-preserved, with a Yu Ji Shrine and a memorial square built. It is an important place to understand the history and culture of the Chu-Han period, inheriting a poignant love story.
Zhong Kui's Hometown
The hometown of Zhong Kui, the god of exorcising ghosts and evil spirits in Chinese folk legend. It has buildings such as Zhong Kui Cultural Park and Zhong Kui Hall, displaying rich Zhong Kui culture and folk traditions, and is an important base for studying folk beliefs.
Lingbi Ancient City
An ancient city site built in the Ming Dynasty, retaining historical buildings such as ancient city walls, ancient streets and lanes, and the former site of the county government. It shows the long historical culture and urban development context of Lingbi, and is an important window to understand Lingbi's history.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Tourist special lines connect the county seat to various attractions
  • Sightseeing cars are available for rent in the Geopark
  • Self-driving or chartered car is recommended for Yu Ji's Tomb
  • Walking is recommended in the ancient city area
Ticket Information
  • Lingbi Stone National Geopark: Free
  • Yu Ji's Tomb: Free
  • Zhong Kui's Hometown: Free
  • Lingbi Ancient City: Free
  • Lingbi Stone Culture Museum: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Lingbi Stone Ear
  • Lingbi Clay Oven Rolls
  • Lingbi Mutton Soup
  • Lingbi Braised Duck in Soy Sauce
  • Lingbi Tofu Pudding

Must-Try Foods in Lingbi County

Lingbi Stone Ear

A special edible fungus of Lingbi, growing in the crevices of Lingbi Stones. It has a crisp and tender texture, delicious taste, rich nutrition, and contains a variety of amino acids and trace elements, making it a local characteristic mountain delicacy.

Lingbi Clay Oven Rolls

A traditional famous snack of Lingbi, made with old dough fermentation, mixed with sesame, scallions and other ingredients, and baked in a charcoal fire. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a fragrant smell, and is a favorite breakfast food of local people.

Lingbi Mutton Soup

A characteristic soup of Lingbi, made with locally raised goats and a variety of spices, simmered for a long time. The soup is milky white, the meat is tender, the taste is mellow, and it has nourishing effects.

Lingbi Braised Duck in Soy Sauce

A traditional famous dish of Lingbi, made with high-quality spot-billed ducks, marinated, dried in the sun, stewed and other multiple processes with special sauce. It has a sauce-red color, firm meat quality and unique flavor.

Lingbi County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • March-May: Pleasant spring climate, suitable for outdoor tours
  • September-November: Clear and crisp autumn weather, best for viewing strange stones
  • Avoid hot and rainy summer season
  • Rich activities during Lingbi Stone Culture Festival (October)
Must-Experience Activities
  • Take photos in front of Lingbi Stones to experience their charm
  • Reflect on history in front of Yu Ji's Tomb to understand Chu-Han culture
  • Experience folk customs in Zhong Kui's Hometown to feel traditional culture
  • Stroll through Lingbi Ancient City to trace historical footprints
  • Taste Lingbi Stone Ear and local special snacks
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Free
  • Catering: ¥30-¥70
  • Transportation: ¥20-¥60
  • Shopping: ¥50-¥150
  • Total: ¥50-¥180
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How long does it take to visit Lingbi Stone National Geopark? → 2-3 hours
  • When can I see the Lingbi Stone exhibition? → Open all year round, best during the Culture Festival in October
  • Can I buy Lingbi Stones? → Yes, only in designated areas
  • What types of Lingbi Stones are there? → Mainly Qing Stone, Grain Stone, Color Stone, etc.

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