Jieyang Travel

Jieyang, Guangdong — an important birthplace of Chaoshan culture, a famous overseas Chinese township with profound historical heritage. Explore ancient city relics, admire waterfall wonders, taste Chaoshan delicacies, and appreciate the customs of overseas Chinese townships.

2200+
Years of City-Building History
0
Number of 5A Scenic Spots
1222
Meters (Highest Altitude - Liwangzhang)
6 million+
Permanent Population

3 Days 2 Nights Chaoshan Culture Experience Tour in Jieyang City

Explore ancient city relics, admire waterfall wonders, taste Chaoshan delicacies

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Jieyang Tower, Huangmanzhai Waterfall, De'anli, Jinxian Gate, Jinghai Ancient City
Suitable for
Culture lovers, nature explorers, food enthusiasts, photography lovers
Per Capita Budget
¥800-¥1500
01
Ancient City Exploration
Rongcheng Historical and Cultural Tour
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Jieyang Tower in the morning to experience the city's cultural context, stroll through Jinxian Gate Ancient Street in the afternoon, explore the Confucian Temple, and visit West Lake Park in the evening to experience the slow life of Rongcheng.

Attraction Arrangement
Jieyang Tower
The landmark of Jieyang City, integrating traditional architecture with modern style, housing the Chaoshan Historical and Cultural Exhibition Hall, showing the development history of Jieyang.
Jinxian Gate
A iconic building of Jieyang Ancient City, first built in the Ming Dynasty, an important gateway of the ancient Jieyang City, with traditional arcade commercial streets preserved around.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Homestays in Rongcheng Old Town
  • Hotels around Jieyang Tower
Food Recommendations
  • Pingpong Kueh
  • Oyster Omelette
  • Kueh Teow Soup
  • Puning Tofu
Travel Tips
  • Old Town is suitable for walking tours
  • Jinxian Gate Night Market starts in the evening, experience local snacks
  • Confucian Temple is closed on Mondays, please arrange in advance
02
Landscape Appreciation
Jiexi Waterfall and Ecological Tour
Itinerary Highlights

Go to Huangmanzhai in the morning to admire the wonders of the waterfall group, and visit Jingming Hot Spring Resort in the afternoon to experience the perfect combination of landscapes and leisure.

Attraction Arrangement
Huangmanzhai Waterfall
The waterfall group with the largest drop in Guangdong Province, including five levels of waterfalls, clear water flow, dense surrounding forests, and high negative ion content.
Jingming Hot Spring Resort
A comprehensive scenic area integrating hot springs, ecological sightseeing and leisure vacation, with various hot spring pools and antique building complexes.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 1.5 hours' drive from Rongcheng District
  • Self-driving or taking scenic spot through train is recommended
  • Sightseeing cars are available in the scenic area
Ticket Information
  • Huangmanzhai Waterfall: ¥80
  • Jingming Hot Spring Resort: ¥120 (including hot spring)
Featured Experiences
  • Waterfall group hiking and photography
  • Hot spring health experience
  • Taste Jiexi Leicha
03
Overseas Chinese Township Customs
Puning Ancient Village and Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Visit De'anli in the morning to experience the charm of Chaoshan ancient villages, visit Puning Confucian Temple, taste characteristic food in the afternoon and then return.

Attraction Arrangement
De'anli
The largest existing ancient village group in Chaoshan area, built by the family of Fang Yao, the Admiral of the Guangdong Navy in the Qing Dynasty, integrating the characteristics of Chaoshan dwellings and military defense.
Puning Confucian Temple
A Confucian temple complex first built in the Ming and Qing dynasties, an important cultural and educational relic in Chaoshan area, preserving many inscriptions and ancient buildings.
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestions
  • De'anli is about 1 hour's drive from Jieyang Station
  • About 1.5 hours from Chaoshan International Airport
  • It is recommended to depart before 2 pm
Food Map
  • Hongyang Kueh Juice
  • Puning Tofu Feast
  • Candied Taro
  • Glutinous Rice Stuffed Pork Intestine
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Puning Green Plum Products
  • Jieyang Soy Sauce
  • Chaoshan Kung Fu Tea
  • Sugarcane Juice

Must-Try Foods in Jieyang City

Jieyang Pingpong Kueh

A traditional famous snack in Jieyang, made of glutinous rice flour for the outer skin, wrapped with fillings such as peanuts and sesame seeds, named for its ping-pong ball shape, sweet and soft.

Puning Tofu

A characteristic bean product in Puning, made of soybean milk, with crispy outer skin and tender inner part, can be fried or deep-fried, and tastes unique when dipped in chives salt water.

Jiexi Leicha

A characteristic Hakka drink in Jiexi, made by pounding tea leaves, peanuts, sesame seeds and other raw materials and then brewing, can be eaten with rice cakes, fresh and refreshing.

Huilai Shrimp Balls

A coastal characteristic food in Huilai, made by beating fresh sea shrimps, with chewy taste, can be boiled in soup or barbecued, rich in fresh flavor.

Jieyang City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • February-April: Spring blossoms, suitable for outdoor activities
  • October-December: Cool climate, avoid typhoon season
  • Avoid typhoon-prone period (July-September) in coastal areas
Must-Experience Activities
  • Huangmanzhai Waterfall Group hiking
  • Taste snacks at Jinxian Gate Night Market
  • Photography at De'anli Ancient Village
  • Chaoshan Kung Fu Tea experience
  • Jiexi Hakka Leicha making
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Huangmanzhai ¥80 + Jingming Hot Spring ¥120 + De'anli ¥40 ≈ ¥240
  • Accommodation: ¥200-600 per night
  • Catering: ¥150-300 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥100
  • Total: ¥800-1500
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is transportation in Jieyang convenient? → High-speed rail directly to Jieyang Station, self-driving or taxi is recommended in the city
  • Is Chaoshan dialect hard to understand? → Most service staff can speak Mandarin, no communication barriers
  • What's the taste of Chaoshan cuisine? → Mainly fresh, fragrant and salty, focusing on the original flavor of ingredients
  • Are the scenic spots far from each other? → Scenic spots in each district and county are relatively scattered, please reserve sufficient transportation time