Jianning County Travel, Sanming Fujian
Jianning County, Sanming City, Fujian Province — Core Area of the Central Soviet Area, Source of the Minjiang River, Hometown of Chinese Jianning Lotus Seeds. Featuring iconic attractions such as Jinnaoshan Mountain, Minjiang Source, and Red Memorial Hall, experience the dual charm of red history and green ecology in a 2-day 1-night tour.
2-Day 1-Night Red Ecological Tour in Jianning County
Tracing Red History, Exploring Green Secrets, Tasting the Charm of Lotus Town
Climb Jinnaoshan Mountain in the morning to enjoy alpine sea of clouds and ten thousand mu of terraced fields by cable car; explore Minjiang Source in the afternoon and hike through primeval forest to experience the beauty of ecology; stay at a characteristic mountain homestay at night.
- Jinnaoshan Resort Hotel
- Minjiang Source Ecological Homestay
- County Business Hotel
- Jianning Lotus Seed Soup
- Braised Pork with Lotus Seeds
- Hakka Stuffed Tofu
- Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots
- Alpine Wild Vegetables
- Prepare a coat as Jinnaoshan has a high altitude
- Wear comfortable sports shoes for mountain climbing
- Do not leave the team without permission in the reserve
- Respect local ecological protection regulations
Visit the Central Soviet Area Anti-Encirclement and Suppression Memorial Hall in the morning to review the red revolutionary history; stroll through Xiuzhu Heyuan in the afternoon to admire the beautiful scenery of "endless lotus leaves reaching the sky"; taste the characteristic food of the lotus town in the evening.
- About 15 km from Jianning County to Jinnaoshan
- Minjiang Source is about 30 km from the county seat
- Tourist shuttle buses connect between scenic spots
- Attractions in the county seat are accessible on foot or by taxi
- Jinnaoshan: ¥80 (Ticket) + ¥80 (Cable Car)
- Minjiang Source: ¥40
- Anti-Encirclement and Suppression Memorial Hall: Free (Reservation Required)
- Xiuzhu Heyuan: ¥30
- Maintain solemnity when visiting the memorial hall
- Lotus season (June-August) is the best viewing period
- Experience agricultural activities such as lotus seed picking
- Recommended to buy local specialties such as Jianning lotus seeds and lotus heart tea
Must-Try Foods in Jianning County
Jianning Lotus Seed Soup
A characteristic dessert of Jianning, stewed with high-quality local lotus seeds. It has a soft and dense texture, sweet and refreshing taste, with the effects of nourishing the heart, calming the nerves, clearing heat and relieving summer heat. It is a must-have dessert at local banquets.
Braised Pork with Lotus Seeds
An innovative dish in Jianning, combining high-quality lotus seeds with pork belly. The lotus seeds absorb the meat aroma, and the meat is fat but not greasy, with a moderate sweet and salty taste, reflecting the local dietary characteristic of "combination of lotus and dishes".
Hakka Stuffed Tofu
A traditional Hakka food in Jianning, made by hollowing out tofu and filling it with minced meat and steaming. It has a tender texture and rich flavor, being one of the representatives of Hakka dietary culture.
Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots
Braised with dried bamboo shoots (a specialty of Jianning mountainous area) and pork belly. The dried bamboo shoots absorb the meat aroma and have a rich taste, while the meat is crispy and tender. It is a classic dish of local farmhouse banquets.
- Summer (June-August): Lotus flowers in full bloom, suitable for lotus viewing
- Autumn (September-October): Clear and crisp weather, suitable for mountain climbing
- Rainy in spring and cold in winter, keep warm
- Jianning Lotus Seed Soup
- Braised Pork with Lotus Seeds
- Hakka Stuffed Tofu
- Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots
- Huang Kueh (Yellow Rice Cake)
- Tickets and Cable Car Fees: About ¥230-250
- Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
- Catering: ¥50-90 per day
- Transportation: ¥50-80
- Total: ¥300-600
- How to get to Jianning County? → Jianning Railway Station with direct trains to Fuzhou, Nanchang, etc.
- Is Jinnaoshan cable car affected by weather? → May suspend operation in strong wind and heavy rain
- When is the best time to view lotus flowers? → Mid-June to early August
- What are the characteristic souvenirs in Jianning? → Jianning lotus seeds, lotus heart tea, dried bamboo shoots