Xinfeng County, Ganzhou, Jiangxi – Travel Guide
Xinfeng County in Ganzhou, Jiangxi — the Hometown of Navel Oranges in China, featuring unique attractions such as Dasheng Temple Pagoda, Gushan Forest Park, Anxi Navel Orange Industrial Park, and Yudai Bridge. Experience a 1-day in-depth journey blending orange hometown charm and historical culture.
Xinfeng County One-Day Orange Hometown Culture Tour
Ancient Pagoda Tracing, Mountain Exploration, Orange Orchard Experience, Ancient Bridge Discovery
In the morning, climb Dasheng Temple Pagoda to trace a thousand years of history, and visit Gushan Forest Park to experience natural ecology. In the afternoon, step into Anxi Navel Orange Industrial Park for picking fun, and visit Yudai Bridge to admire ancient bridge architecture. In the evening, stroll through Pingshi Hakka Ancient Village to experience Hakka folk customs.
- Take city bus Routes 1 and 3 to Dasheng Temple Pagoda
- Gushan Forest Park accessible by self-drive or cycling
- Anxi Navel Orange Industrial Park recommended by self-drive (about 30 km from county town)
- Yudai Bridge requires self-drive (about 50 km from county town, good road conditions)
- Dasheng Temple Pagoda: ¥20
- Gushan Forest Park: Free
- Anxi Navel Orange Industrial Park: Free (picking charged by weight)
- Yudai Bridge: Free
- Pingshi Hakka Ancient Village: Free
- Xinfeng Radish Dumpling specialty shops in the old town district
- Anxi Town navel orange themed restaurant
- Hushan Township farmhouse restaurant
- Pingshi Ancient Village Hakka flavor restaurant
Must-Try Foods in Xinfeng County
Xinfeng Radish Dumplings
A traditional famous snack of Xinfeng, made with local fresh radish filling wrapped in a special rice flour skin and steamed. Thin skin, fresh filling, smooth and refreshing texture, it is the top choice for Xinfeng residents' breakfast.
Xinfeng Navel Orange Cake
A pastry made from Xinfeng's specialty navel oranges, retaining the natural fruit aroma. Moderately sweet and sour, soft and delicious, it is a beloved souvenir for visitors.
Hakka Stuffed Tofu
A traditional Hakka famous dish of Xinfeng, stuffing meat filling into water tofu, pan-frying and then simmering. The tofu is tender and the meat filling rich, reflecting the unique flavor of Hakka cuisine.
Huangyuan Rice Cake Stir-Fried with Cured Meat
A festive specialty dish of Xinfeng, stir-frying Huangyuan rice cake with cured meat. The rice cake is chewy and resilient, the cured meat richly aromatic, savory and delicious, full of rustic flavor.
- Autumn (Oct-Dec): Navel orange ripening season, best for picking with optimal taste
- Spring (Mar-May): Gushan Forest Park with blooming mountain flowers, pleasant climate
- Summer (Jun-Aug): Avoid midday heat, suitable for early morning or evening visits
- Winter (Jan-Feb): Experience Hakka Spring Festival folk activities
- Climb Dasheng Temple Pagoda for a bird's-eye view of the county town
- Hike Gushan Forest Park for forest bathing
- Pick navel oranges by hand at Anxi Navel Orange Industrial Park
- Take photos at Yudai Bridge and learn about ancient bridge history
- Taste authentic Xinfeng Radish Dumplings
- Tickets: approx ¥20
- Meals: ¥60-120
- Transport: ¥50-150 (self-drive fuel cost)
- Navel orange picking/purchase: ¥50-200
- Total: ¥150-400
- Do I need to book for navel orange picking? → During peak season (Nov), recommend contacting the orchard 1 day in advance
- Is there an age limit for climbing Dasheng Temple Pagoda? → Not recommended for seniors over 70
- Does Gushan Forest Park require hiking? → There are both flat paths and hiking trails, choose freely
- Where is recommended accommodation in Xinfeng? → Many hotel options in the county center, convenient near Dasheng Temple Pagoda