Xintian County Tourism, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province

Xintian County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province — a red hot land and a cultural famous city, integrating ancient architectural art, red culture and historical heritage. It has characteristic scenic spots such as Longjia Courtyard, Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence and Qingyun Pagoda. You can enjoy the cultural charm of "Southern Hunan Dwellings + Red Memories + Historical Inheritance" in one day.

1022
square kilometers of regional area
350,000+
permanent population
200
years of history of Longjia Courtyard
5
provincial-level cultural relic protection units
Longjia Courtyard, Xintian County
Longjia Courtyard - Architectural Treasure of Xintian County
Longjia Courtyard is one of the best-preserved ancient architectural complexes of the Ming and Qing dynasties in southern Hunan. With exquisite construction techniques and carvings, it embodies the architectural characteristics and artistic achievements of traditional dwellings in southern Hunan.

One-Day Red Culture Tour in Xintian County

Explore ancient courtyards, trace red memories, climb cultural pagodas, and enjoy mountain scenery

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Longjia Courtyard, Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence, Qingyun Pagoda, Daguang Ridge, Xintian Confucian Temple
Suitable for
Culture lovers, red culture seekers, ancient architecture photographers, history explorers
Per Capita Budget
¥80-¥240
All Day
Xintian County Historical and Cultural Experience Tour
Longjia Courtyard · Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence · Qingyun Pagoda · Daguang Ridge
Tour Highlights

In the morning, visit Longjia Courtyard to appreciate ancient architectural art and explore Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence to trace red footprints; in the afternoon, climb Qingyun Pagoda to overlook the panoramic view of the county and visit Daguang Ridge to enjoy natural scenery; in the evening, visit Xintian Confucian Temple to experience Confucian culture.

Attraction Arrangement
Longjia Courtyard
A national key cultural relic protection unit, first built in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, it is one of the best-preserved ancient architectural complexes in southern Hunan. The courtyard covers an area of 12,000 square meters with 138 houses. It has a rigorous architectural layout and exquisite carving techniques. The three carving arts (wood carving, stone carving, brick carving) are exquisite, embodying the architectural characteristics and artistic achievements of traditional dwellings in southern Hunan.
Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence
The birthplace and growing place of Jiang Xianyun, an outstanding student of the first phase of Huangpu Military Academy and a revolutionary martyr, is a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit. The former residence is a traditional residential building in southern Hunan, with an exhibition of Jiang Xianyun's life stories. Through a large number of precious cultural relics and pictures, it shows the glorious life of this revolutionary martyr.
Qingyun Pagoda
A landmark building in Xintian County, first built in the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty, it is a seven-story octagonal brick and stone structure with a height of 28 meters. The name of the pagoda is derived from the meaning of "rising high in the official career". Climbing the pagoda, you can overlook the panoramic view of Xintian County and the surrounding landscapes, which is an excellent location for photography and viewing.
Daguang Ridge
A provincial-level forest park with a main peak altitude of 685 meters and a forest coverage rate of over 95%. There are ancient battlefield sites, viewing platforms, mountain climbing trails and other facilities on the mountain. Climbing to the top, you can overlook the scenery of Xintian, Ningyuan and Jiahe counties, which is a good place for mountain climbing, fitness and ecological sightseeing.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • There are tourist special lines from Xintian County to various scenic spots
  • Qingyun Pagoda is within walking distance in the county
  • Longjia Courtyard and Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence need special arrangement
  • It is recommended to charter a car to visit distant scenic spots
Ticket Information
  • Longjia Courtyard: ¥50 per person
  • Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence: Free
  • Qingyun Pagoda: ¥20 per person
  • Daguang Ridge: ¥30 per person
  • Xintian Confucian Temple: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Xintian Blood Duck
  • Longjia Courtyard Tofu
  • Daguang Ridge Wild Vegetables
  • Xintian Braised Pork in Bundle

Must-Try Foods in Xintian County

Xintian Blood Duck

A traditional famous dish in Xintian, which has the same origin as Yongzhou Blood Duck but has unique characteristics. It uses local spotted ducks, retains duck blood when slaughtering, and is cooked with young ginger, chili and other seasonings. The duck meat is tender, the duck blood is smooth, and the taste is rich and spicy, which is the most representative food in Xintian.

Longjia Courtyard Tofu

Traditional handmade tofu from Longjia Courtyard, made of high-quality soybeans and mountain spring water using ancient methods. The tofu is tender and smooth with a strong bean flavor, and can be made into various tofu dishes, which is a special food of Longjia Courtyard.

Daguang Ridge Wild Vegetables

Various wild vegetables picked from the mountainous area of Daguang Ridge, such as bracken, bamboo shoots, wild mushrooms, etc. They are delicious, nutritious and pollution-free, reflecting the excellent ecological environment and green food resources of Xintian.

Xintian Braised Pork in Bundle

A traditional famous dish in Xintian, made of pork belly through multiple processes such as marinating, bundling and cooking. The meat is crispy and rotten, fat but not greasy, with a unique aroma, which is a necessary dish for Xintian banquets.

Xintian County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Pleasant climate, Daguang Ridge is full of blooming flowers
  • Autumn (September-November): Clear sky and mild weather, suitable for mountain climbing and sightseeing
  • Summer (June-August): Ancient buildings of Longjia Courtyard are cool
  • Red culture experience and Blood Duck tasting are available all year round
Must-Experience Activities
  • Appreciate ancient architectural art of Longjia Courtyard
  • Red education at Jiang Xianyun's Former Residence
  • Climb Qingyun Pagoda for a distant view
  • Ecological hiking in Daguang Ridge
  • Taste Xintian Blood Duck
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: ¥90-¥130
  • Catering: ¥50-¥80 (including special food)
  • Transportation: ¥30-¥60
  • Shopping: ¥20-¥70 (specialties and souvenirs)
  • Total: ¥80-¥240
Frequently Asked Questions
  • What are the characteristics of Longjia Courtyard architecture? → Exquisite three carving arts, rigorous layout of southern Hunan dwellings
  • Who is Jiang Xianyun? → An outstanding student of the first phase of Huangpu Military Academy, a revolutionary martyr
  • Can I climb Qingyun Pagoda? → Yes, there are stairs inside the pagoda
  • What is the difference between Xintian Blood Duck and Yongzhou Blood Duck? → Slightly different ingredients and cooking methods, with more local characteristics

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