Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province – Travel Guide

Yiyang County, Shangrao, Jiangxi — home to the World Natural Heritage Guifeng, an old revolutionary base in northeastern Jiangxi, featuring Guifeng, Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall, Nanyan Temple and other distinctive attractions, a 1-day experience of the perfect fusion of world-class Danxia landform and red culture.

1800+
Years of County History
1,593
sq km Area
400,000+
Permanent Population
1
World Natural Heritage Site
Guifeng Danxia landform landscape in Yiyang County, Shangrao
Guifeng – World Natural Heritage of Yiyang County
World Natural Heritage, World Geopark, famous for its typical Danxia landform and unique landscape of 'every mountain a turtle, every rock a scene'

Yiyang County One-Day Danxia & Red Culture Tour

World Natural Heritage, Red Holy Land, Thousand-Year Ancient Temple, Danxia Wonders

Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Guifeng Scenic Area, Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall, Nanyan Temple, Yiyang Ancient Town
Suitable For
Nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, culture explorers, red education
Budget per person
¥150-¥400
Full Day
Yiyang Danxia & Red Culture Tour
Guifeng Scenic Area · Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall · Nanyan Temple · Yiyang Ancient Town
Highlights

Morning: Tour the World Natural Heritage Guifeng to enjoy Danxia landform, visit Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall for red education; afternoon: Explore the thousand-year-old Nanyan Temple, stroll through Yiyang Ancient Town to experience history and culture; evening: Walk along the Xinjiang River to enjoy riverside scenery.

Attractions Schedule
Guifeng Scenic Area
World Natural Heritage, World Geopark, famous for its typical Danxia landform and unique landscape of 'every mountain a turtle, every rock a scene', praised as 'the rarest Guifeng under heaven'.
Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall
National patriotic education demonstration base, built to commemorate the great proletarian revolutionary Fang Zhimin, displaying his revolutionary deeds and noble spirit.
Nanyan Temple
A thousand-year-old ancient temple, first built in the Tang Dynasty, featuring multiple cliffside inscriptions and ancient buildings, an important Buddhist cultural site in Yiyang County.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Direct buses from Yiyang county town to Guifeng Scenic Area
  • Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall in county town, reachable on foot
  • Nanyan Temple accessible by shuttle bus or taxi
  • Self-driving recommended for easier access to attractions
Ticket Info
  • Guifeng Scenic Area: ¥120-200
  • Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall: Free
  • Nanyan Temple: ¥20
  • Yiyang Ancient Town: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Yiyang Rice Cake
  • Guifeng Free-Range Chicken
  • Nanyan Tofu
  • Xinjiang River Fresh Fish

Must-Try Foods in Yiyang County

Yiyang Rice Cake

Traditional specialty food of Yiyang County, with unique production techniques, soft and chewy texture. An essential food during festivals, praised as 'Yiyang rice cake best under heaven'.

Guifeng Free-Range Chicken

Free-range chicken raised in the Guifeng mountain area, with tender meat and rich nutrition. Cooked using local traditional methods, a famous farmhouse delicacy of Yiyang.

Nanyan Tofu

Tofu made using traditional techniques around Nanyan Temple, with rich bean aroma and delicate texture, a representative food of local vegetarian culture.

Xinjiang River Fresh Fish

Freshly caught river fish from the Xinjiang River, with delicious meat. Prepared using local specialty cooking methods, an important representative of Yiyang's culinary culture.

Yiyang County Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
  • Spring (Mar-May): Mountain flowers in bloom, pleasant climate
  • Autumn (Sep-Nov): Clear sky, best for mountain climbing and sightseeing
  • Pay attention to heat prevention in summer, keep warm in winter
  • Avoid rainy season and extreme weather
Must-Do Experiences
  • Watch sunrise over Danxia landform at Guifeng
  • Red culture education at Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall
  • Ancient architecture photography at Nanyan Temple
  • Taste authentic Yiyang Rice Cake and Guifeng Free-Range Chicken
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: ¥120-220
  • Meals: ¥60-120
  • Transport: ¥80-150
  • Shopping: ¥40-80
  • Total: ¥150-400
FAQ
  • What special landscapes does Guifeng have? → Danxia landform, turtle-shaped stone peaks, sea of clouds, cliffside inscriptions
  • What is the historical significance of Fang Zhimin Memorial Hall? → Red education base commemorating proletarian revolutionary Fang Zhimin
  • What is special about Nanyan Temple? → Thousand-year-old temple, Tang Dynasty architecture, profound Buddhist culture
  • What specialties does Yiyang County have? → Rice cake, free-range chicken, tofu, tea, river fresh, etc.

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