Xinxing County Tourism, Yunfu City

Xinxing County, Yunfu City, Guangdong Province – the ancestral home of Zen Buddhism and a famous hot spring resort, featuring attractions such as Guoen Temple, Tianlu Mountain Tourism Resort, and Jinshuitai Hot Spring. Experience Zen culture and landscape customs in a 2-day 1-night tour.

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Cultural Relics and Historic Sites
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Natural Scenic Spots
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Years of Zen Cultural Heritage
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Special Local Delicacies
Panoramic view of Guoen Temple in Xinxing
Guoen Temple, Xinxing - Iconic Scenic Spot of Xinxing County
Founded in the Tang Dynasty, it is the former residence and place of nirvana of Huineng, the Sixth Patriarch of Zen Buddhism. As a national-level cultural relic protection unit, the temple preserves numerous historical relics and is a pilgrimage site for Zen believers at home and abroad.

2-Day 1-Night Zen Hot Spring Tour in Xinxing County

Seeking Zen at the ancestral home, health preservation with hot springs, exploring seclusion in mountains and rivers

Tour Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Guoen Temple, Zen Domain Town, Jinshuitai Hot Spring, Tianlu Mountain Tourism Resort, Xiangwo Mountain Ecological Park, Sixth Patriarch's Hometown Tourism Resort
Suitable for
Zen culture enthusiasts, hot spring lovers, nature explorers, family tourists, cultural research groups
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥1000
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Zen Culture and Hot Spring Experience
Guoen Temple · Zen Domain Town · Jinshuitai Hot Spring
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Guoen Temple in the morning to experience Zen culture; explore Zen Domain Town in the afternoon and enjoy the live performance; relax in Jinshuitai Hot Spring in the evening to soothe your body and mind.

Attraction Arrangement
Guoen Temple
Founded in the first year of Hongdao in the Tang Dynasty (683 AD), it is the former residence, preaching place and place of nirvana of Huineng, the Sixth Patriarch of Zen Buddhism. The temple houses precious relics such as the thousand-year-old lychee tree planted by the Sixth Patriarch and the Baoen Pagoda, and is a national-level cultural relic protection unit.
Zen Domain Town
A large-scale cultural tourism complex with Zen culture as its core, featuring the live performance "Zen Holy Land · The Sixth Patriarch Grand Ceremony", integrating Zen meditation experience, cultural display, characteristic commerce and other functions.
Jinshuitai Hot Spring
Known as "Immortal Water", the hot spring water temperature reaches up to 70℃, rich in various minerals such as metasilicic acid, fluorine and sulfur, with high medical and health care value. It is equipped with a variety of characteristic hot spring pools and resort facilities.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Jinshuitai Hot Spring Resort
  • Zen Domain Town Theme Hotel
  • Homestays around Guoen Temple
Food Recommendations
  • Xinxing Preserved Fruits
  • Lezhu River Snails
  • Xinxing Glutinous Rice Dumplings
  • Tiantang Dog Meat (Note: Dog meat is prohibited in some areas, can be replaced with other delicacies)
  • Sixth Patriarch's Vegetarian Meal
Travel Tips
  • No noise is allowed in Guoen Temple, and religious etiquette should be respected
  • Tickets for the live performance in Zen Domain Town need to be purchased in advance, and tickets are in short supply during holidays
  • It is recommended to bring your own swimsuit to the hot spring area, and it is not advisable to soak in hot springs after drinking alcohol
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Landscape Scenery and Ecological Experience
Tianlu Mountain Tourism Resort · Xiangwo Mountain Ecological Park
Itinerary Highlights

Explore Tianlu Mountain in the morning to experience rafting and mountain climbing; visit Xiangwo Mountain Ecological Park in the afternoon to taste high mountain tea and enjoy the tea garden scenery; return in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Tianlu Mountain Tourism Resort
With an altitude of 1251 meters, it is the highest peak in south-central Guangdong. The area features canyon rafting, waterfall groups, plum forests and other landscapes, integrating ecological sightseeing, leisure vacation and outdoor sports.
Xiangwo Mountain Ecological Park
It has ten thousand mu of ecological tea gardens, with an altitude of over 800 meters and surrounded by clouds and mist all year round. It is a park integrating high mountain tea planting, tea culture experience, ecological vacation and health preservation.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Bus No. 3 from Xinxing County to Guoen Temple, about 30 minutes
  • Taxi from Zen Domain Town to Jinshuitai Hot Spring, about 40 minutes
  • Self-driving is recommended to Tianlu Mountain Resort, as the mountain roads are winding
Ticket Information
  • Guoen Temple: ¥20
  • "The Sixth Patriarch Grand Ceremony" performance in Zen Domain Town: ¥198-398
  • Jinshuitai Hot Spring: ¥168
  • Tianlu Mountain Tourism Resort: ¥50 (gate ticket), rafting ¥128
Travel Tips
  • Tianlu Mountain rafting is most suitable in summer, prepare a change of clothes
  • Tasting tea in Xiangwo Mountain Tea Garden must comply with the park regulations, and you can buy characteristic tea leaves
  • The weather in mountainous areas is changeable, it is recommended to bring rain gear and a coat

Must-Try Delicacies in Xinxing County

Xinxing Preserved Fruits

Traditional characteristic food of Xinxing County, made from green plums, wampee, olives and other raw materials through traditional craftsmanship. With a wide variety of types, sweet and sour taste, it has the effect of appetizing and aiding digestion, and is a famous representative of Lingnan preserved fruits.

Xinxing Glutinous Rice Dumplings

Characteristic dumplings of Xinxing, made with glutinous rice, pork belly, salted egg yolk, mung beans and other raw materials, wrapped and steamed with zong leaves. With soft, glutinous, fragrant and salty taste, unique flavor, it is a must-have food for festivals.

Lezhu River Snails

Special dish of Lezhu Town, Xinxing. Selected local paddy field river snails, stir-fried with perilla, chili, ginger, garlic and other seasonings, with tender meat, spicy and flavorful, it is a highly representative farmhouse dish in the local area.

Sixth Patriarch's Vegetarian Meal

Derived from the vegetarian culture of Guoen Temple, made with soy products, vegetables, mushrooms and other raw materials, imitating the shape and taste of meat dishes, with exquisite production, light and healthy, containing profound Zen cultural connotations.

Xinxing County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (February-March): Plum blossoms bloom on Tianlu Mountain, suitable for flower viewing
  • Summer (June-August): Best season for Tianlu Mountain rafting, cool for summer escape
  • Autumn (October-November): Pleasant climate, suitable for Zen meditation and mountain climbing
  • Winter (December-January): Comfortable hot spring experience, fewer tourists
Must-Try Food
  • Rencun Eel Rice
  • Dongcheng Rice Rolls
  • Tiantang Dog Meat (Note: Dog meat is prohibited in some areas, can be replaced with other delicacies)
  • Xiangwo Mountain High Mountain Tea
  • Xinxing Rice Noodles
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥350-500
  • Accommodation: ¥200-500 per night
  • Catering: ¥100-200 per day
  • Transportation: ¥100-200
  • Total: ¥500-1000
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Are there any clothing requirements for Guoen Temple? → It is recommended to dress modestly, avoid shorts and short skirts
  • Is there an age limit for Tianlu Mountain rafting? → Children under 1.2 meters and the elderly over 60 years old are not suitable to participate
  • Will the performance in Zen Domain Town be cancelled on rainy days? → There is a canopy, and the performance is held normally on rainy days
  • Can I experience tea picking in Xiangwo Mountain? → There is a tea picking experience project, which needs to be booked in advance

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