Ningyuan County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province — the sacred place where Emperor Shun's essence rests and a holy land of Chinese civilization. Integrating Shun Emperor culture, Confucian architecture, and karst landforms, it boasts distinctive scenic spots such as Jiuyi Mountain, Shun Emperor Mausoleum, and Ningyuan Confucian Temple. Experience the profound heritage of "Shun Emperor Culture + Confucian Architecture + Natural Wonders" in one day.
Seeking roots in Jiuyi, paying homage at Shun Mausoleum, pilgrimage at Confucian Temple, exploring wonders in Zixia
In the morning, climb Jiuyi Mountain to explore Shun Emperor culture and visit Shun Emperor Mausoleum to pay homage to the ancestor of the Chinese nation; in the afternoon, visit Ningyuan Confucian Temple to appreciate ancient architectural art and explore Zixia Cave to watch karst cave wonders; in the evening, pay homage to Shun Emperor Temple to experience sacrificial culture.
A traditional famous dish in Ningyuan, homologous to Yongzhou Blood Duck but with unique characteristics. Local hemp ducks are selected, duck blood is retained during slaughter, and cooked with seasonings such as young ginger and chili. The duck meat is tender, the duck blood is smooth, and the taste is rich, making it a must-have dish for entertaining guests in Ningyuan.
Various wild vegetables picked from the Jiuyi Mountain area, such as bracken, bamboo shoots, wild mushrooms, etc. They are delicious, nutritious, and pollution-free, reflecting Ningyuan's excellent ecological environment and green food resources.
Traditional handmade tofu in Ningyuan, made of high-quality soybeans and mountain spring water using ancient craftsmanship. The tofu is tender and smooth with a rich bean flavor, and can be made into various tofu dishes, being a characteristic food of Ningyuan.
A traditional food of the Yao ethnic group in Jiuyi Mountain, made of local pork smoked with pine branches, tea tree branches, etc. The bacon has a golden color, unique aroma, and firm meat quality, being a precious food for the Yao people to entertain guests.