Shiqi District, Zhongshan City — the central urban area and core historical and cultural district of Zhongshan, not only inherits the spiritual legacy of Sun Yat-sen culture, but also boasts modern customs on both sides of the Qijiang River, as well as mouth-watering special delicacies. A one-day in-depth itinerary to experience the unique charm of Shiqi.
Historical exploration + urban leisure + food experience, taste the charm of Zhongshan's central urban area
Experience the blend of historical culture and modern life in Shiqi District throughout the day
Shiqi's most renowned specialty dish, using locally raised young pigeons marinated with secret sauces and then deep-fried or braised. It has crispy skin, tender meat and juicy flavor, and is a must-try food when visiting Shiqi. Representative restaurants include time-honored brands like "Shiqi Lao".
A traditional pastry in Zhongshan, made with almond powder, flour, sugar and other ingredients, with a crispy texture and a strong almond aroma. It is a famous souvenir of Shiqi, with time-honored brands such as "Juxiang Garden".
A special snack in Shiqi, made of high-quality rice into lai fen (rice noodles) with a smooth texture. It is served with pork bone soup, roast meat, dried shrimps and other ingredients, tasting delicious, and is a favorite breakfast and late-night snack for local residents.
A traditional festival food in Shiqi, made of glutinous rice flour into balls with red bean paste and other fillings inside, deep-fried and then coated with sesame seeds outside. It has a crispy and sweet taste, symbolizing "reunion and happiness", and is an essential food for festivals such as the Spring Festival.