Xushui District Travel
Xushui District, Baoding, Hebei - A place where millennia-old wine culture and ecological leisure converge, integrating the Liulingzui Ancient Kiln Site, Pu River Ecological Resort, and the intangible cultural heritage of Xushui Lion Dance, blending traditional craftsmanship with natural scenery. A 3-day 2-night in-depth tour deciphers the essence of wine culture, showcasing the perfect combination of traditional arts and ecological beauty.
Xushui District Three-Day Two-Night Wine Culture and Ecological Tour
Visit the thousand-year-old winery at the Liulingzui Ancient Kiln Site, explore the natural scenery of Pu River Ecological Zone, appreciate the intangible cultural heritage performance of Xushui Lion Dance, taste Xushui smoked meat and other specialties, unlocking the beauty of wine culture and ecotourism.
Visit the Liulingzui Ancient Kiln Site in the morning to learn about the thousand-year wine-making history and experience traditional brewing techniques. In the afternoon, stroll through Xushui Cultural Square to feel the local culture. In the evening, go to Xushui Commercial Street to taste local specialty foods.
- Hotels in Xushui Urban Area
- Pu River Ecological Zone Resorts
- Liulingzui Wine Culture Theme Hotel
- Xushui Smoked Meat
- Donkey Burger
- Liulingzui Wine-Scented Chicken
- Farmhouse Big Pot Stew
- It is recommended to hire a tour guide at the Liulingzui site (50 CNY/tour)
- You can taste freshly brewed wine (in moderation)
- Lion dance performances are held on weekends at the Cultural Square
Visit the Pu River Ecological Leisure Resort in the morning to enjoy the natural scenery and experience water activities. In the afternoon, visit the Xushui Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum to learn about traditional crafts. In the evening, go to Xushui Agricultural Park to experience farm life.
- Direct buses from Xushui urban area to various attractions
- Pu River Ecological Zone is 8 km from the urban area
- The Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum is in the city center, within walking distance
- Liulingzui Site: 40 CNY
- Pu River Ecological Zone: 25 CNY
- Xushui Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum: Free
- Xushui Agricultural Park: 20 CNY
- Water activities are available at Pu River Ecological Zone (additional fee)
- Lion dance experience classes can be booked at the Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum
- Seasonal picking activities are plentiful at the Agricultural Park
Visit the Fushan Cultural Site in the morning to learn about ancient civilization and feel the weight of history. In the afternoon, go to the specialty market to purchase Xushui specialty products. Return at an appropriate time.
- Wine-making process experience
- Lion dance performance learning
- Traditional food making
- Farming activity experience
- Liulingzui Wine
- Xushui Smoked Meat
- Donkey Burger
- Farmhouse Pickles
- Handicrafts
- Xushui District is about 25 km from Baoding city center, approximately 35 minutes by car
- Take a bus from Xushui Bus Station to return to Baoding
- Specialties can be purchased at the Central Market or Liulingzui specialty stores
Must-Try Foods in Xushui District
Xushui Smoked Meat
A traditional local delicacy, made from high-quality pork with various spices, undergoing multiple processes such as marinating, boiling, and smoking. It has a reddish-brown color, rich aroma, and unique flavor.
Liulingzui Wine-Scented Chicken
A specialty innovative dish made from local free-range chicken, marinated with Liulingzui liquor and then cooked. It has a rich wine aroma and tender meat, and is a signature dish of the Xushui area.
Donkey Burger
A traditional famous snack in the Baoding area, baked in a special stove. The outer layer is crispy, filled with donkey meat inside, with a delicious taste. It is a favorite local specialty snack.
Farmhouse Big Pot Stew
A traditional farmhouse dish that slow-cooks various seasonal vegetables and meat in a large pot. It is delicious and nutritious, reflecting the simple flavor of farmhouse cuisine.
- Spring (Apr-May): Pleasant climate, flowers everywhere
- Autumn (Sep-Oct): Clear skies, suitable for outdoor activities
- Summer (Jun-Aug): Plenty of water activities at Pu River
- Xushui Smoked Meat
- Liulingzui Wine-Scented Chicken
- Donkey Burger
- Farmhouse Big Pot Stew
- Specialty Pickles
- Tickets: About 85 CNY (main attractions)
- Accommodation: 100-180 CNY/night
- Food: 40-70 CNY/day
- Transportation: About 30 CNY
- Total: 520-880 CNY
- Can I taste wine at the Liulingzui Ancient Kiln Site? → Yes, there is a dedicated wine tasting experience area
- When are Xushui Lion Dance performances held? → On weekends and holidays at the Cultural Square
- What water activities are available at Pu River Ecological Zone? → Boating, fishing, water park, etc.
- What are the features of the Fushan Cultural Site? → Neolithic site with rich unearthed cultural relics