Nanjing County, Zhangzhou, Fujian Travel
Nanjing County, Zhangzhou, Fujian — the core area of the Fujian Tulou, a World Cultural Heritage site, home to iconic attractions such as Tianluokeng, Yunshuiyao, and Huaiyuan Building. A 2-day & 1-night in-depth experience of Hakka culture and ancient architectural wonders.
2-Day & 1-Night Tulou Cultural Tour in Nanjing County
Explore world heritage Tulou buildings, stroll through millennium-old ancient towns, and experience Hakka customs
Explore the "Four Dishes and One Soup" Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster in the morning and marvel at the ancient architectural wonders; stroll through Yunshuiyao Ancient Town in the afternoon and feel the passage of time under the millennium-old banyan trees; stay in a Tulou homestay at night to experience Hakka life.
- Tianluokeng Tulou Homestay
- Yunshuiyao Ancient Town Inn
- Shuyang Town Hotel
- Hakka Stuffed Tofu
- Sea Worm Jelly
- Nanjing Glutinous Rice Cake
- Bitter Vegetable Soup
- Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots
- The best time to shoot at Tianluokeng Viewing Platform is early morning or dusk
- Yunshuiyao is suitable for slow walking and sightseeing, it is recommended to reserve 3-4 hours
- Some Tulou buildings are still inhabited by residents, please do not make noise during the visit
- Respect Hakka traditional customs and lifestyle
Visit Hekeng Tulou Cluster in the morning to experience the wisdom of the "Big Dipper" layout; visit Huaiyuan Building and Hegui Building in the afternoon to deeply understand the architectural art of Tulou and the cultural connotation of Hakka people.
- There are tourist special lines from Nanjing County to each Tulou scenic area
- There are scenic shuttle buses between Tianluokeng and Yunshuiyao (about 30 minutes)
- Self-driving or chartered car is recommended in the Tulou scenic area
- It takes about 1.5-2 hours by car from the county seat to the main scenic areas
- Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster: ¥90
- Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: ¥90
- Hekeng Tulou Cluster: ¥50
- Huaiyuan Building: Included in Yunshuiyao ticket
- Hegui Building: Included in Yunshuiyao ticket
- Some Tulou buildings require climbing to visit, please pay attention to safety
- Tulou buildings are relatively stuffy in summer, it is recommended to carry drinking water
- You can participate in Hakka folk custom experience activities (such as making glutinous rice cakes)
- Recommended souvenirs: Nanjing Anoectochilus roxburghii, Hakka rice wine
Must-Try Foods in Nanjing County
Hakka Stuffed Tofu
A traditional famous dish of Hakka people in Nanjing. Cut tofu into small pieces, hollow out the middle and fill with pork filling, then fry and braise. It is crispy outside and tender inside, implying "wealth and auspiciousness", and is a must-have dish for Hakka banquets.
Nanjing Glutinous Rice Cake
A special snack in Nanjing, made of glutinous rice steamed and beaten until flexible, wrapped with peanut powder, sesame, white sugar and other fillings. It has a soft and sweet taste, and is a good gift for festivals and guests.
Bitter Vegetable Soup
A special soup in the mountainous area of Nanjing, made with local wild bitter vegetables as the main ingredient, boiled with lean meat or small intestines. It is bitter with a sweet aftertaste, has the effect of clearing heat and reducing fire, and is a representative of Hakka dietary health preservation.
Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots
A classic farm dish in Nanjing, made of local specialty bamboo shoots dried and braised with pork belly. The dried bamboo shoots absorb the meat flavor, and the meat is fat but not greasy, salty and delicious, reflecting the dietary characteristics of Hakka mountainous areas.
- Spring (March-May): Blooming flowers, pleasant climate
- Autumn (September-November): Cool weather, suitable for outdoor activities
- Cold in winter, pay attention to sun protection and heatstroke prevention in summer
- Hakka Stuffed Tofu
- Nanjing Glutinous Rice Cake
- Bitter Vegetable Soup
- Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots
- Tulou Glutinous Rice Wine
- Tickets: About ¥180-230
- Accommodation: ¥150-400 per night
- Catering: ¥80-150 per day
- Transportation: ¥100-200
- Total: ¥400-800
- How to get to Nanjing County? → Take bus/taxi from Zhangzhou Station to Nanjing County
- Do I need a tour guide for Tulou visit? → It is recommended to hire a local tour guide to explain the cultural background
- Is Yunshuiyao suitable for visiting with the elderly and children? → Some sections are stone roads, please pay attention to safety
- What are the special souvenirs in Nanjing? → Anoectochilus roxburghii, dried bamboo shoots, Hakka rice wine