Minhou County Fujian Travel
Minhou County, Fuzhou, Fujian – a famous landscape and cultural city, the back garden of Fuzhou, featuring Qishan National Forest Park, Tanshi Mountain Cultural Ruins, Shibachong Stream and other characteristic scenic spots. Experience natural scenery and historical culture in a 2-day 1-night tour.
2-Day 1-Night Landscape & Culture Tour in Minhou County
Forest oxygen bar, prehistoric culture, stream canyons, ancient temple Zen charm
Visit Qishan National Forest Park in the morning to enjoy forest bathing; explore Tanshi Mountain Cultural Ruins in the afternoon to learn about prehistoric culture; watch the sunset in the forest park in the evening.
- Homestays at the foot of Qishan Mountain
- Hotels in Minhou County town
- Farmhouses
- Minhou Olives
- Jasmine Tea
- Farmhouse Free-range Chicken
- Stream Fish
- Wild Mountain Vegetables
- The mountain climbing trails of Qishan are relatively steep, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
- Advance reservation is required for Tanshi Mountain Ruins Museum
- The forest park is large, it is recommended to take a sightseeing bus
- Pay attention to mosquito prevention
Enjoy the beauty of mountains and rivers in Shibachong Stream Scenic Area in the morning; visit Xuefeng Temple in the afternoon to experience Buddhist culture; return to the county town to taste local food in the evening.
- There are buses from Fuzhou urban area to major scenic spots in Minhou
- The distance between scenic spots is relatively far, self-driving or chartered car is recommended
- Some sections of Shibachong Stream require hiking
- Qishan Forest Park: ¥25
- Tanshi Mountain Ruins: Free
- Shibachong Stream: ¥30
- Xuefeng Temple: Free
- Shibachong Stream is ideal for playing in the water in summer, pay attention to safety
- Decent dressing is required for visiting Xuefeng Temple
- You can buy Minhou specialty olives and jasmine tea
- The weather in mountainous areas changes quickly, remember to bring rain gear
Must-Try Foods in Minhou County
Minhou Olives
Specialty of Minhou, a national geographical indication product of China. The fruits are plump, with crisp and tender flesh and a sweet aftertaste. They can be eaten fresh or processed into various preserves and olive oil.
Jasmine Tea
Traditional famous tea of Minhou, made by scenting high-quality green tea with fresh jasmine flowers. The tea aroma and flower aroma are perfectly blended, with a fresh and refreshing taste. Minhou is an important producing area of Fuzhou jasmine tea.
Farmhouse Free-range Chicken
Free-range local chickens from farmhouses in Minhou, with firm meat and delicious taste. They can be stewed, boiled or braised in soy sauce, rich in nutrition, and are a characteristic farmhouse dish of the local area.
Stream Fish
Wild fish growing in mountain streams such as Shibachong Stream, with tender meat and delicious taste. They can be cooked in various ways such as frying, deep-frying and stewing, and are a delicacy of the local mountains.
- Spring (March-May): Pleasant climate, flowers blooming all over the mountains
- Summer (June-August): Best time to play in the water at Shibachong Stream
- Autumn (September-November): Clear sky and fresh air, suitable for mountain climbing
- Minhou Olives
- Jasmine Tea
- Farmhouse Free-range Chicken
- Stream Fish
- Wild Mountain Vegetables
- Tickets: About ¥55-85
- Accommodation: ¥140-300 per night
- Catering: ¥60-120 per day
- Transportation: ¥40-90
- Total: ¥400-750
- How to get to Minhou? → Take a bus or drive to Minhou County
- How long to visit Shibachong Stream? → It is recommended to arrange half a day
- Recommended Minhou souvenirs? → Olives, jasmine tea, bamboo weaving crafts
- Is transportation in Minhou County convenient? → Major scenic spots are accessible by bus, self-driving is more convenient