Xianyou County Travel, Putian City, Fujian Province

Xianyou County, Putian City, Fujian Province — a famous hometown of overseas Chinese in central Fujian, featuring distinctive scenic spots such as Jiuli Lake, Caixi Rock, and Xianyou Confucian Temple. Experience the perfect integration of landscape scenery and cultural heritage in a 2-day 1-night tour.

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Jiuli Lake Waterfall Group (sites)
1300+
Caixi Rock History (years)
1
Existing Xianyou Confucian Temple (number)
20+
Special Snacks (types)
Panoramic view of Jiuli Lake, Xianyou, Putian
Jiuli Lake Waterfall Group - Iconic Landscape of Xianyou County
Jiuli Lake is the core natural scenic area of Xianyou County, famous for its waterfalls, lakes, and exotic rocks. It is a national water conservancy scenic area and enjoys the reputation of "the first waterfall group in Fujian".

2-Day 1-Night Landscape and Cultural Tour of Xianyou County

Enjoy lake and waterfall scenery, explore rock valleys, visit Confucian Temple, admire Lanxi River scenery

Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Jiuli Lake, Caixi Rock, Xianyou Confucian Temple, Maixie Rock, Lanxi Park
Suitable For
Natural landscape lovers, historical and cultural researchers, outdoor hikers, photography enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥350-¥700
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Lake Scenery and Danxia Wonders
Jiuli Lake · Maixie Rock · Northern Landscape Core Area
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Jiuli Lake in the morning to admire the nine-level waterfall wonders; explore Maixie Rock in the afternoon to experience Danxia landform and religious culture; return to the county seat at night to taste Xianyou's special food.

Attraction Arrangement
Jiuli Lake
Founded in the Han Dynasty, it is famous for its four wonders: lake, cave, waterfall and stone, especially the nine-level waterfall. It is a place for literati and poets of all dynasties to visit and inscribe poems, enjoying the reputation of "the first scenic spot in central Fujian".
Maixie Rock
A famous Danxia landform scenic area in Xianyou, named after the rock peak resembling a wheat stack. There is the Puzhao Temple built in the Song Dynasty in the mountain, which combines natural landscape and religious cultural heritage.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Homestays around Jiuli Lake Scenic Area
  • Hotels in Xianyou County Seat
  • Characteristic Inns in Zhongshan Town
Food Recommendations
  • Fengting Cake
  • Xianyou Wonton
  • Oyster Pancake
  • Sesame Balls
  • Red Rice Cake
Travel Tips
  • There are many mountain roads in the scenic area, it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes
  • Pay attention to sun protection and mosquito prevention in summer, and prepare rain gear
  • Jiuli Lake has a long history of dream-praying culture, you can experience related folk customs
  • Some sections are steep, the elderly and children should pay attention to safety
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Cultural Relics and Urban Customs
Caixi Rock · Xianyou Confucian Temple · Lanxi Park
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Caixi Rock in the morning to admire Danxia landform and ancient temple scenery; visit Xianyou Confucian Temple in the afternoon to feel the charm of Confucian culture; stroll in Lanxi Park in the evening to enjoy the urban waterfront landscape.

Attraction Arrangement
Caixi Rock
Originated in the Tang Dynasty, it was named after the eminent monk Zhiguang who practiced here and lived on wild vegetables. The scenic area has unique Danxia landform, waterfalls, streams and thousand-year-old ancient temples, and is a national forest park.
Xianyou Confucian Temple
Founded in the Northern Song Dynasty, the existing buildings were built in the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is one of the most well-preserved Confucian temples in Fujian Province, with typical southern Fujian architectural style, and is a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit.
Lanxi Park
The core urban waterfront park in Xianyou County, built along the Mulan River, integrates leisure, fitness, cultural display and other functions, and is a good place for citizens and tourists to take a walk.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • There are tourist special lines from Xianyou county seat to major scenic spots
  • It is recommended to drive or charter a car to Jiuli Lake, Caixi Rock and other scenic spots
  • Scenic spots in the county seat can be reached by bus or taxi
  • The driving time between scenic spots is about 40-60 minutes
Ticket Information
  • Jiuli Lake: 50 CNY
  • Caixi Rock: 40 CNY
  • Maixie Rock: 20 CNY
  • Xianyou Confucian Temple: 15 CNY
  • Lanxi Park: Free
Travel Tips
  • The hiking route of Caixi Rock is long, you can choose according to your physical strength
  • You can ask a commentator to understand the historical background of Xianyou Confucian Temple
  • The night view of Lanxi Park is beautiful, suitable for walking after dinner
  • Recommended souvenirs: Fengting Cake, Xianyou Lacquerware, Duwei Wendan Pomelo

Must-Try Food in Xianyou County

Fengting Cake

Xianyou's traditional pastry, made with glutinous rice flour, white sugar, peanuts and other raw materials, layered on top of each other, with a sweet and soft taste, rich local characteristics, and is a famous tea snack in the local area.

Xianyou Wonton

Xianyou's special snack, with thin paper-like pastry wrapped around fresh meat filling, sweet soup base and tender taste, is a popular breakfast and supper choice for local people.

Oyster Pancake

A common street snack in Xianyou, made with fresh oysters as the main raw material, mixed with sweet potato flour and fried, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, delicious and flavorful, is a highly representative local flavor food.

Sesame Balls

Xianyou's traditional dessert, with glutinous rice as the skin, wrapped with sesame, peanut and other fillings, soft and glutinous taste after cooking, sweet and delicious, is a traditional food during festivals.

Xianyou County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Mountains are covered with blooming flowers, suitable for mountain climbing and sightseeing
  • Autumn (September-November): Cool weather, abundant waterfall water volume
  • Pay attention to typhoon influence in summer, check the weather forecast before traveling
Must-Try Food
  • Fengting Cake
  • Xianyou Wonton
  • Oyster Pancake
  • Sesame Balls
  • Red Rice Cake
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About 120-150 CNY
  • Accommodation: 150-350 CNY/night
  • Catering: 70-120 CNY/day
  • Transportation: 80-150 CNY
  • Total: 350-700 CNY
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How to get to Xianyou County? → Take bus/taxi from Putian Station for about 40 minutes
  • How long does it take to visit Jiuli Lake? → It is recommended to spend 4-5 hours
  • Is Caixi Rock suitable for the elderly to visit? → Some sections are steep, it is recommended to proceed according to your ability
  • What are the special souvenirs in Xianyou? → Fengting Cake, Duwei Wendan Pomelo, Xianyou Lacquerware

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