Taining County Travel, Sanming City, Fujian Province
Taining County, Sanming, Fujian – a World Natural Heritage site and a landmark of China's Danxia landform, home to renowned attractions such as Golden Lake, Shangqing Stream, Zhaixia Grand Canyon, and Shangshu Mansion. Experience the dual charm of natural wonders and cultural heritage in a 2-day 1-night tour.
Two-Day One-Night World Heritage Tour of Taining County
Exploring Danxia, Tracing Ancient Architecture, Blending Landscape and Humanities
Visit Golden Lake in the morning, take a boat to admire the red cliff Danxia and lake scenery; raft down Shangqing Stream in the afternoon to experience the "ninety-nine bends and eighty-eight shoals" scenery; stay in a characteristic homestay in the ancient city at night.
- Taining Ancient City Homestay
- Golden Lake Resort Hotel
- County Town Business Hotel
- Youjiang Tofu
- Nuangu Bun (Warm Mushroom Bun)
- Xiancao Cake (Mesona Chinensis Cake)
- Golden Lake Organic Fish
- Taining Braised Jar
- Golden Lake cruise tickets need to be purchased in advance
- Prepare change of clothes for Shangqing Stream rafting
- Take sun protection measures in summer
- Respect the raftmen's service and give appropriate tips
Explore Zhaixia Grand Canyon in the morning to watch the geological wonders of Danxia landform; visit Shangshu Mansion in the afternoon to experience the historical heritage of Ming Dynasty ancient architecture; taste authentic northwestern Fujian cuisine in the evening.
- There are tourist buses from Taining County to various scenic spots
- Golden Lake is 23 kilometers away from the county seat
- Zhaixia Grand Canyon is 16 kilometers away from the county seat
- Attractions in the ancient city are accessible on foot
- Golden Lake: ¥80 (Ticket) + ¥75 (Boat Ticket)
- Shangqing Stream: ¥95 (Ticket) + ¥75 (Raft Ticket)
- Zhaixia Grand Canyon: ¥55
- Shangshu Mansion: ¥25
- Wear comfortable sports shoes for hiking in Zhaixia Grand Canyon
- Hire a commentator to learn about the history of Shangshu Mansion
- Experience traditional handicraft making in the ancient city
- Recommended to buy specialty products such as Chinese chestnut and Dendrobium officinale
Must-Try Foods in Taining County
Youjiang Tofu
A traditional specialty food of Taining, made by the unique "Youjiang" (swimming pulp) craft, with tender texture and mellow taste. It can be fried, stir-fried or stewed, and is a must-have dish at local banquets.
Nuangu Bun (Warm Mushroom Bun)
A traditional folk snack in Taining, made with Gnaphalium affine and glutinous rice as the wrapper, filled with dried bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms and other fillings and steamed. It has a soft taste and unique flavor, with health-preserving effects.
Xiancao Cake (Mesona Chinensis Cake)
A characteristic cool food in Taining in summer, made by boiling Mesona chinensis and then condensing it into cake. It has a smooth and tender taste, relieves summer heat, and is a traditional summer refreshment in the local area.
Golden Lake Organic Fish
Natural organic fish produced in Golden Lake, famous for its tender meat and delicious taste. Common cooking methods include steaming, braising, and soup making, which is a special delicacy on Taining's dining table.
- Spring (April-May): Blooming flowers and pleasant climate
- Autumn (September-October): Clear sky and bright scenery
- Summer is suitable for rafting, fewer tourists in winter
- Youjiang Tofu
- Nuangu Bun (Warm Mushroom Bun)
- Xiancao Cake (Mesona Chinensis Cake)
- Golden Lake Organic Fish
- Taining Sashimi
- Tickets and boat/raft fees: About ¥350-400
- Accommodation: ¥100-200 per night
- Catering: ¥50-100 per day
- Transportation: ¥50-80
- Total: ¥350-650
- How to get to Taining County? → Taining has a railway station with direct trains to Fuzhou, Nanchang and other cities
- Are water projects affected by weather? → Navigation may be suspended on rainy days, it is recommended to check in advance
- Are the scenic spots far from each other? → It is recommended to charter a car or take a tourist bus
- What are the characteristic souvenirs in Taining? → Chinese chestnut, Dendrobium officinale, fermented tofu