Shangrao City Travel

Shangrao, Jiangxi — home to Sanqing Mountain, Wuyuan, Guifeng and other famous attractions, known as "the first immortal peak south of the Yangtze River, the best oxygen bar on earth", a tourist destination integrating mountain scenery, Huizhou architecture and eco-leisure.

1800+
Years of City History
2
World Natural Heritage Sites
200+
Historical Cultural Celebrities
6.5 Million+
Permanent Population

Shangrao City District & County Travel

Xinzhou District

Central urban area of Shangrao, political and economic center

Shangrao Concentration CampYunbifeng Forest ParkXinjiang AcademyDouble Towers Park
Guangfeng District

Hometown of Majia Pomelo, profound cultural heritage

Tongbo MountainGuangfeng Woodcarving CityShidu MansionLiushi Rock
Guangxin District

Lingshan Mountain resort, abundant tourism resources

Lingshan MountainZhuxi Old StreetWangxian ValleyWufu Mountain
Yushan County

Gateway to Sanqing Mountain, hometown of scholars

Sanqing MountainHuaiyu MountainWu'an MountainYan Liben Tomb
Yanshan County

Northern foothills of Wuyi Mountain, origin of Liansi Paper

Wuyi MountainEhu AcademyShitang Ancient TownXin Qiji Cultural Park
Hengfeng County

Red revolutionary land, eco-friendly Hengfeng

Geyuan Ancient TownCenshan National Forest ParkHengfeng Revolutionary Martyrs Memorial HallZhetingshan
Yiyang County

Guifeng strange scenery, hometown of opera

GuifengFang Zhimin Memorial HallNanyan TempleDieshan Academy
Yugan County

Pearl of Poyang Lake, hometown of cuisine

Poyang LakeKangshan Loyal Minister TempleDongshan RidgeDaming Flower Sea
Poyang County

Top county of Jiangxi, lakeside city

Poyang Lake National Wetland ParkLotus MountainYongfu Temple PagodaPoyang Tower
Wannian County

Origin of rice cultivation, hometown of pearls

Immortal CaveBucket Ring RuinsShennong SourceWannian Tribute Rice Base
Wuyuan County

China's most beautiful countryside, model of Huizhou architecture

JiangwanHuanglingLikengRainbow BridgeStone City
Dexing City

Copper capital, silver city, mining hub

Damao MountainFenghuang LakeJuyuan TowerSilver Mountain Mine Ruins

Shangrao City 3-Day Mountain, Water & Culture Tour

Climb Sanqing wonderland, visit Wuyuan ancient villages, admire Guifeng strange rocks, view Poyang Lake scenery

Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Sanqing Mountain, Wuyuan, Guifeng, Poyang Lake
Suitable For
Nature lovers, culture seekers, photography enthusiasts, family tourists
Budget per person
¥1,000-¥2,500
01
Sanqing Wonderland
Taoist Famous Mountain & Natural Wonders
Highlights

Morning: Head to Sanqing Mountain in Yushan County, visit Nanqingyuan and West Coast scenic areas; afternoon: Tour Sanqing Palace to experience Taoist culture; evening: Stay at a hotel at the foot of Sanqing Mountain.

Attractions Schedule
Sanqing Mountain
World Natural Heritage Site, World Geopark, famous for its unique granite peak forest landform and rich Taoist culture, known as "the most beautiful granite on the west coast of the Pacific Ocean".
Sanqing Palace
Core of Sanqing Mountain's Taoist culture, first built in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, an important Taoist site of the Alchemy School.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Sanqing Mountain International Resort Hotel
  • Tianmen Villa
  • Rishang Villa
Food Recommendations
  • Sanqing Mountain Stone Frog
  • Yushan Black Pig
  • Alpine Vegetables
  • Cloud Mist Tea
Travel Tips
  • Sanqing Mountain ticket ¥150
  • Cable car charged separately
  • Wear hiking shoes
  • Bring rain gear
02
Wuyuan Charm
Huizhou Architecture & Pastoral Scenery
Highlights

Morning: Visit Wuyuan's Jiangwan, Likeng and other ancient villages; afternoon: Head to Guifeng Scenic Area in Yiyang County; evening: Stay at a hotel in Shangrao city center.

Attractions Schedule
Wuyuan
"China's Most Beautiful Countryside", famous for its well-preserved Huizhou ancient architecture complex and four-season pastoral scenery.
Guifeng
World Natural Heritage Site, famous for its turtle-shaped rocks in Danxia landform, with numerous peculiar peaks and strange rocks, unique scenery.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Frequent buses from Shangrao to Wuyuan
  • Wuyuan scenic area has tourist shuttle buses
  • Guifeng is about 1 hour drive from city center
Ticket Info
  • Wuyuan combo ticket ¥180
  • Guifeng ¥80
  • Jiangwan separate ticket ¥60
Photography Tips
  • Wuyuan suitable for morning mist photography
  • Guifeng strange rocks have unique shapes
  • Rich details in ancient architecture
03
Poyang Lake Scenery
Wetland Ecology & Migratory Bird Watching
Highlights

Morning: Head to Poyang Lake Wetland Park in Poyang County; afternoon: Take a boat tour of the lake scenery, observe migratory birds; evening: End the trip and return.

Attractions Schedule
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, an important wetland ecosystem and wintering ground for migratory birds, known as "Migratory Bird Paradise".
Poyang Lake Wetland Park
A national wetland park integrating wetland protection, science education and eco-tourism.
Practical Information
Return Journey Suggestions
  • Poyang to Shangrao Station about 2 hours
  • About 3 hours to Nanchang Airport
  • Recommend departing before 2 PM
Food Map
  • Poyang Lake Silverfish
  • Wuyuan Paste Tofu
  • Yiyang Rice Cake
  • Guangfeng Majia Pomelo
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Wuyuan Green Tea
  • Yiyang Rice Cake
  • Wannian Tribute Rice
  • Dexing Camellia Oil

Must-Try Foods in Shangrao City

Yiyang Rice Cake

Traditional specialty food of Shangrao, soft and chewy texture with unique production techniques, a national geographical indication product.

Poyang Lake Silverfish

Specialty of Poyang Lake, tender meat with rich nutrition, can be scrambled with eggs, used in soup and various other cooking methods.

Wuyuan Paste Tofu

Wuyuan's signature traditional dish, delicate tofu with rich broth, possessing a unique local flavor.

Guangfeng Majia Pomelo

Specialty of Guangfeng District, Shangrao, with bright red flesh, juicy and sweet, a national geographical indication product.

Shangrao City Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
  • Mar-Apr: Rapeseed flowers bloom in Wuyuan
  • Sep-Nov: Clear autumn weather, magnificent sea of clouds at Sanqing Mountain
  • Nov-Mar: Migratory bird watching season at Poyang Lake
  • Pay attention to heat prevention and sun protection in summer
Must-Do Experiences
  • Watch sea of clouds and sunrise at Sanqing Mountain
  • Stroll through ancient villages in Wuyuan
  • Photograph strange rocks at Guifeng
  • Observe migratory birds at Poyang Lake
  • Taste Yiyang Rice Cake and Poyang Lake Silverfish
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: approx. ¥200-400
  • Accommodation: ¥200-500/night
  • Meals: ¥100-250/day
  • Transport: ¥100-200
  • Total: ¥1,000-2,500
FAQ
  • How long should I spend at Sanqing Mountain? → Recommend 1-2 days for in-depth tour
  • Which season is Wuyuan most beautiful? → Spring rapeseed flowers and autumn red leaves
  • Is Shangrao transportation convenient? → Has high-speed rail station and expressways
  • When are there the most migratory birds at Poyang Lake? → November to March each year