Home of Stone Carvings · Capital of Lemons

Anyue County, Ziyang City — the hometown of Chinese stone carving art and the capital of lemons, boasting world-class stone carving art heritage such as Pilu Cave and Yuanjue Cave. A 2-day 1-night itinerary to explore the Oriental Venus, admire Song Dynasty stone carving masterpieces, experience lemon-themed culture, and feel the perfect fusion of art and agriculture.

Anyue Stone Carvings
National Key Cultural Relic
China's Lemon Capital
Industry Name Card
Pilu Cave Water-Moon Guanyin
Oriental Venus
1.5 Million
Population
Anyue Pilu Cave Water-Moon Guanyin
Anyue County Pilu Cave Water-Moon Guanyin Statue
The Song Dynasty Water-Moon Guanyin statue at Anyue Pilu Cave, hailed as the "Oriental Venus", showcasing the pinnacle of Song Dynasty stone carving art.

Anyue County Two-Day Stone Carving Art Tour

Song Dynasty Stone Carvings + Buddhist Art + Lemon Culture, Feel the Unique Charm of Anyue

Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Pilu Cave, Yuanjue Cave, Lemon Theme Park, Huayan Cave
Suitable For
Art Enthusiasts, Culture Explorers, Photography Lovers, Study Tour Travelers
Per Capita Budget
¥300-¥550
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Stone Carving Art Exploration
Song Dynasty Buddhist Art Masterpieces
Trip Highlights

Full day stone carving art experience

Attraction Arrangements
Pilu Cave
A National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, famous for its Song Dynasty Water-Moon Guanyin statue, hailed as the "Oriental Venus". It is a masterpiece of Chinese stone carving art, demonstrating the superb level of Song Dynasty stone carving.
Yuanjue Cave
A National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, preserving 1,993 Tang and Song Dynasty stone statues. The Twelve Bodhisattvas of Perfect Enlightenment are the most exquisite, with vivid expressions and flowing robes, making them treasures of Buddhist stone carving art.
Mingshan Temple Stone Carvings
Song Dynasty Buddhist stone carving masterpieces, with over 40 niches of cliffside statues extant. The statues of Vairocana, Manjushri, and Samantabhadra are the most exquisite, reflecting the unique style of Song Dynasty stone carvings.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • Do not touch stone carving relics
  • Flash photography is prohibited
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Prepare drinking water
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Stone carving scenic area boutique homestay
  • Lemon theme hotel
  • County business hotel
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Lemon Culture Experience
Industry Integration and Natural Scenery
Trip Highlights

Lemon theme and rural experience

Attraction Arrangements
China Lemon Theme Park
A National Modern Agricultural Industrial Park integrating lemon cultivation, processing experience, and science education. Visitors can participate in lemon picking, product making, and other activities to understand the entire lemon industry chain.
Huayan Cave
A Song Dynasty Buddhist stone carving masterpiece, featuring statues of the Huayan Trinity and the Twelve Disciples. The exquisite carvings are important relics for studying Song Dynasty clothing and Buddhist culture.
Baosen Lemon Town
A specialty town themed on lemon culture, featuring lemon culture exhibitions, leisure vacations, and specialty dining. It is a comprehensive scenic area for experiencing lemon culture.
Practical Information
Special Experiences
  • Lemon picking experience
  • Lemon product DIY
  • Stone carving art photography
  • Local cuisine tasting
Return Trip Suggestions
  • Purchase Anyue specialties
  • Taste lemon banquet
  • Organize travel souvenirs
  • Reserve return travel time

Must-Try Foods in Anyue County

Lemon Banquet

A signature innovative dish of Anyue, using lemons as the main ingredient or seasoning to create a series of dishes including Lemon Chicken and Lemon Fish. It is sweet, sour, appetizing, and refreshing.

Anyue Rice Rolls

A traditional specialty snack with thin, translucent rice sheets wrapped around various vegetables and seasonings. It has a rich texture and is refreshing and delicious.

Zhouli Heartbreak Jelly Noodles (Shangxin Liangfen)

A specialty snack of Anyue, the jelly noodles are smooth and chewy, served with a special chili oil. They are spicy, savory, and aromatic, named because diners are often made to cry from the heat.

Jar Meat (Tanzirou)

A traditional famous dish made with high-quality pork and spices, sealed and cured in a ceramic jar. The meat is tender and savory with a rich aroma, being fatty but not greasy.

Anyue County Travel Tips
Best Seasons
  • April-May: Lemon blossoms, fragrant and pleasant
  • October-November: Lemon harvest season, experience the bounty
  • Avoid July-August high temperature and rainy season
  • Spring and Autumn: Best for stone carving tours
Travel Suggestions
  • Day 1: In-depth tour of stone carving art masterpieces
  • Day 2: Experience lemon culture and town charm
  • Morning and evening for stone carving light and shadow photography
  • Taste lemon banquet and Heartbreak Jelly Noodles
Practical Information
  • Protect stone carving relics
  • Use sun protection in lemon orchards
  • Purchase lemon products from reputable merchants
  • Keep personal belongings safe
Transportation Guide
  • Ziyang city center to Anyue approx. 1 hour
  • Chengdu East Station to Anyue High-speed Rail 40 minutes
  • Tourist shuttle buses available from the county to various scenic spots
  • Self-driving or chartering a car is recommended between stone carving sites

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