Longchuan County, Heyuan City, Guangdong Province – a millennium-old county and a scenic spot of Danxia landform, home to Tuocheng Ancient Town, Huoshan Scenic Area, and Shuikeng Ecological Zone. Experience 2 days and 1 night of Hakka cultural charm and natural landscapes.
Explore the millennium-old Tuocheng, climb the spectacular peaks of Huoshan, discover ecological secrets, and taste authentic Hakka cuisine
Morning: Stroll through Tuocheng Ancient Town to explore Qin and Han cultural relics; Afternoon: Visit Longchuan Confucian Academy to experience Confucian culture; Evening: Experience Hakka folk customs and taste traditional delicacies.
Morning: Climb Huoshan to admire the Danxia landform wonders; Afternoon: Visit Shuikeng Ecological Zone to experience the primitive natural scenery; Evening: Purchase Hakka specialties before returning.
A special breakfast in Longchuan, made by boiling fresh meat from eight parts of a pig (each cut with one knife) in soup, served with Hakka rice wine. The meat is tender, the soup is sweet, and it is rich in nutrition.
A specialty of Chetian Town, Longchuan County, made by traditional craftsmanship, with a tender texture and rich bean flavor. It can be fried, deep-fried or stuffed, and is a must-have dish at Hakka banquets.
A famous traditional Hakka dish, made by stuffing three kinds of vegetables (bitter melon, eggplant, green pepper) with seasoned minced meat, pan-fried and then braised. It is savory and delicious with a unique flavor.
A traditional pastry in Longchuan, made from glutinous rice, white sugar, sesame and other ingredients, with a soft and chewy texture and a sweet but not cloying taste. It is a famous local tea snack and souvenir.