Fengkai County Travel

Fengkai County, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province - the birthplace of Lingnan culture and the seat of ancient Guangxin, boasts unique landscapes such as the Longshan Cave Group and Asia's largest stone, and preserves prehistoric civilization relics such as the Huangyan Cave Site. This 3-day 2-night in-depth tour includes cave exploration, geological wonders, cultural tracing, and local specialty food tasting.

2200+
Years of County Establishment History
4+
A-Class Scenic Areas
60+
Cultural Relics and Historic Sites
25+
Local Specialties
Panoramic view of Daban Stone in Fengkai and surrounding pastoral scenery
Daban Stone - Asia's Largest Stone
A giant spherical granite stone with a height of 191.3 meters, known as the "No.1 Stone Under Heaven", it is a representative of Fengkai's geological wonders

3-Day 2-Night Cultural Exploration Tour of Fengkai County

Explore cave wonders, admire the majesty of giant stones, trace the context of Lingnan culture, taste ancient county delicacies, and experience the unique charm of Fengkai's natural treasures and historical culture

Tour Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Longshan Scenic Area, Daban Stone, Guangxin Tower, Huangyan Cave Site
Suitable For
Geology Enthusiasts, Cultural Researchers, Photography Enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥650-¥1100
01
Cave Wonders
Longshan Scenic Area · Double Dragon Cave · White Rock Cave · Liandu Gallery
Itinerary Highlights

After arriving in Fengkai, head to Longshan Scenic Area to explore the two major caves, Double Dragon Cave and White Rock Cave, and admire the spectacular stalactites in various shapes. In the afternoon, take a boat tour of Liandu Gallery to enjoy the beautiful scenery where karst peaks and pastoral landscapes blend harmoniously. In the evening, watch the cave light show and experience the dreamy light and shadow effects.

Attraction Arrangement
Longshan Scenic Area
A national 4A-level scenic area featuring caves, peak forests, and hot springs as its main characteristics. It has famous caves such as Double Dragon Cave and White Rock Cave, and is the core scenic area of Fengkai's tourism.
Double Dragon Cave
The core cave of Longshan Scenic Area, named after two stalactites resembling giant dragons inside the cave. The temperature inside the cave remains around 20℃ all year round, with stalactites in various shapes, colorful under the light.
Liandu Gallery
A natural landscape belt composed of karst peak forests, rivers, and pastoral fields. Drifting along the river on bamboo rafts, you can see green peaks on both sides and picturesque pastoral scenery, just like walking in a landscape painting gallery.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Longshan Hot Spring Hotel
  • Heerkou Town Homestays
  • Fengkai County Town Hotels
Food Recommendations
  • Xinghua Chicken
  • Hejiang Live Fish
  • Longtan Lotus Root
Travel Tips
  • The cave is humid, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes
  • Do sun protection for rafting in summer
  • Hot spring hotels need to be booked in advance
02
Geological Exploration
Daban Stone · Thousand Layer Peak · Heishiding Nature Reserve
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, go to Dazhou Town to admire Daban Stone, Asia's largest stone - you can hike to the top or walk around it. In the afternoon, visit Thousand Layer Peak Scenic Area to admire the unique sandstone peak forest landform. In the evening, go to Heishiding Nature Reserve to experience the primitive forest ecological environment and look for rare animals and plants.

Attraction Arrangement
Daban Stone
A giant spherical granite stone with a height of 191.3 meters and a circumference of 4100 meters, known as "Asia's Largest Stone". There is a natural Tropic of Cancer mark on the stone, which is a rare geological wonder.
Thousand Layer Peak
A peak forest landform composed of sand shale, named for its clearly layered rock formations. The main peak is 233 meters high, with layers of mountain bodies and unique shapes, making it a good place for geological research and sightseeing.
Heishiding Nature Reserve
A provincial-level nature reserve with a complete southern subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forest ecosystem. It is inhabited by rare animals such as clouded leopards and yellow-bellied tragopans, and is an important area for biodiversity conservation.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 40 minutes' drive from county town to Daban Stone
  • Self-driving or chartered car is recommended between scenic areas
  • There is a hiking trail on Thousand Layer Peak, need to reserve 2 hours
Ticket Information
  • Daban Stone: ¥40
  • Thousand Layer Peak: ¥30
  • Heishiding: ¥20
Travel Tips
  • Climbing Daban Stone is steep, pay attention to safety
  • Need to hire a local guide for Heishiding
  • Bring mosquito repellent and drinking water
03
Cultural Tracing
Guangxin Tower · Huangyan Cave Site · Fengkai Museum · Specialty Market
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, visit Guangxin Tower to learn about the history of the birthplace of Lingnan culture. Then go to Huangyan Cave Site to explore traces of prehistoric human activities. In the afternoon, visit Fengkai Museum to systematically understand the local history and culture. In the evening, go to the specialty market to buy local products such as Fengkai Chinese Chestnut and Xinghua Chicken.

Attraction Arrangement
Guangxin Tower
An antique tower built next to the site of ancient Guangxin, 55.8 meters high with nine floors. It is a landmark building displaying the history of the birthplace of Lingnan culture. Climbing the tower offers a bird's-eye view of the confluence of Hejiang River and Xijiang River.
Huangyan Cave Site
A human site from the late Paleolithic to early Neolithic age, where a large number of ancient human fossils and stone tools were unearthed, making it an important site for studying prehistoric civilization in Lingnan.
Fengkai County Museum
It has a collection of more than 3,000 cultural relics, focusing on displaying the history of Fengkai as the birthplace of Lingnan culture, as well as the cultural heritage of the ancient Guangxin period, showing the context of local historical development.
Fengkai Specialty Market
It centrally sells local special products such as Fengkai Chinese Chestnut, Xinghua Chicken, Hejiang Rare Stone, and bamboo woven crafts, making it an ideal place to buy souvenirs.
Practical Information
Tour Route
  • Guangxin Tower → Huangyan Cave Site
  • Fengkai Museum → Specialty Market
  • Taste local lunch before return trip
Recommended Specialties
  • Fengkai Chinese Chestnut
  • Vacuum-packed Xinghua Chicken
  • Hejiang Whitebait
  • Fengkai Honey
Tickets & Transportation
  • Guangxin Tower: ¥20
  • Huangyan Cave Site: ¥15
  • Museum: Free
  • Can walk or take tricycle in county town

Must-Try Foods in Fengkai County

Xinghua Chicken

A specialty of Xinghua Town in Fengkai, a geographical indication product of China. Named for its pale yellow feathers resembling apricot blossoms, it has tender meat, thin skin and bones, and delicious taste, being one of the three famous chickens in Guangdong.

Hejiang Live Fish

Using freshly caught grass carp, perch, etc. from Hejiang River as raw materials, it is cooked by steaming or braising. The meat is tender and tastes sweet, showing the original flavor of river fresh food.

Fengkai Chinese Chestnut

A traditional specialty of Fengkai, with plump fruits, delicate meat, sweet and glutinous taste. It can be eaten directly after cooking or made into chestnut cakes, chestnut soup and other pastries, rich in nutrition.

Longtan Lotus Root

A specialty lotus root from Longtan area of Fengkai, named for growing in Longtan water rich in minerals. The lotus root is thick, with crisp and tender meat, suitable for soup or stir-frying, with a unique fragrance.

Fengkai County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-April): Blooming flowers, suitable for spring outing
  • Autumn (October-November): Chinese chestnuts ripen, pleasant climate
  • Ninth day of ninth lunar month: Fengkai has the custom of mountain climbing
Must-Try Foods
  • Xinghua Chicken
  • Hejiang Live Fish
  • Fengkai Chinese Chestnut
  • Longtan Lotus Root
  • Luodong Dried Beef
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥150
  • Accommodation: ¥130-220 per night
  • Catering: ¥35-70 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥110
  • Total: ¥650-1100
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Time of Longshan Cave Light Show? → 19:30-20:30 (Weekends)
  • Can I reach the top of Daban Stone? → There is a hiking trail to the mid-mountain viewing platform
  • Best picking period for Fengkai Chinese Chestnut? → Mid-October to November
  • Driving time from Fengkai to Zhaoqing urban area? → About 2.5 hours

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