Hanyin, Shaanxi — China's selenium-rich homeland, home to Fengyan Ancient Terraces. Explore an important national agricultural cultural heritage, pilgrimage to the Buddhist-Taoist co-existing Liangheya, and savor southern Shaanxi selenium-rich cuisine. 3-day in-depth tour includes farming experience, cultural exploration, and food discovery.
Stroll through cloud terraces, explore Buddhist and Taoist sacred sites, trace cultural masters, taste selenium-rich cuisine, and experience Hanyin's unique farming civilization and cultural heritage
Arrive in Hanyin, check into terrace homestay then visit the core area of Fengyan Ancient Terraces, photograph the spectacular farming panorama. In the afternoon visit Wujia Huawu Qing Dynasty residence, and in the evening stroll Yanping Village to experience rural life.
Morning pilgrimage to Liangheya religious sacred site, experiencing the unique culture of Buddhist-Taoist harmony. Afternoon visit Guanyin River Reservoir, and in the evening ascend Longgang Park for a panoramic view of Hanyin.
Morning visit to Sanshen Memorial Hall to learn about the achievements of three cultural masters: Shen Shiyuan, Shen Yinmo, and Shen Jianshi. Afternoon stroll Hanyin Old Street to purchase selenium-rich specialties, concluding your enjoyable Hanyin journey.
National geographical indication product, made with selenium-rich soybeans and mountain spring water. Firm texture with chewy bite, edible straight away or used in stir-fries, Hanyin's most representative specialty.
Hanyin traditional pastry baked over charcoal fire, crispy on the outside and soft inside. Can be filled with cured meat, fermented tofu and more, a common portable staple for locals.
Wild small fish from tributaries of the Han River, cooked with pickled vegetables and chili peppers, sour and spicy appetizing, a signature dish at Hanyin farm stays.
Using Hanyin's selenium-rich mushrooms as main ingredient, dishes include mushroom stewed chicken, braised mushrooms, mushroom dumplings and more, creating a whole-mushroom feast rich in nutrition and flavor.