Lishui City Travel

Lishui, Zhejiang — home to famous attractions such as Xiandu, Guyanyan Huaxiang, and Yandang Mountain, it is a tourist destination integrating ecological scenery, folk culture, and celadon art.

1400+
Years of city history
2
5A-level scenic spots
300+
Km of river basin
2.5M+
Permanent residents

Lishui City Districts and Counties Tourism

Lishui City Four-Day Three-Night Eco-Culture Tour

Explore fairyland landscapes, experience folk culture, taste ecological cuisine

Duration
4 days, 3 nights
Main Destinations
Xiandu, Guyanyan Huaxiang, Yunhe Terraced Fields, Yandang Mountain
Suitable For
Nature lovers, culture explorers, photography enthusiasts, folk experience seekers
Budget per Person
¥1500-¥3000
01
Xiandu Quest
Yellow Emperor Culture Exploration Tour
Highlights

In the morning, visit Xiandu Dinghu Peak to admire the number one peak under heaven; in the afternoon, visit the Yellow Emperor Temple to learn about Yellow Emperor culture; in the evening, check into Jinyun county town and taste Jinyun baked pancakes.

Attractions
Xiandu
National scenic area, famous for Danxia landform, featuring Dinghu Peak, Xiao Chibi and other famous attractions. It is the filming location for numerous TV dramas such as "The Legend of Ancient Sword."
Yellow Emperor Temple
An important site in southern China for worshipping the Yellow Emperor, with magnificent architecture, simple and elegant. Grand sacrificial ceremonies to the Yellow Emperor are held annually.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Xiandu Holiday Hotel
  • Yellow Emperor Temple Guesthouse
  • Jinyun International Hotel
Food Recommendations
  • Jinyun baked pancake
  • Pounded meat soup
  • Local smooth noodles
  • Preserved mustard greens braised pork
Travel Tips
  • Xiandu combo ticket: ¥100
  • Taking the scenic shuttle bus is recommended
  • Best backlighting for Dinghu Peak photos is in the early morning
02
Stroll Through Painting Village
Guyanyan Huaxiang Art Tour
Highlights

In the morning, visit Tongji Weir, a thousand-year-old irrigation project; in the afternoon, stroll through the Old Street of Painting Village and admire oil painting creations; in the evening, stay at a painting village guesthouse and experience the rural nightscape.

Attractions
Guyanyan Huaxiang
Composed of the ancient weir and painting village. The ancient weir is the millennium-old water conservancy project Tongji Weir, and the painting village is an art creation base, known as the "Last Hidden Paradise of Jiangnan."
Tongji Weir
A large-scale water conservancy project first built during the Southern Dynasties, one of the five major ancient water irrigation projects in China, still functioning today.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Jinyun to Liandu is about 1 hour by car
  • Direct bus from city center
  • Ferry service available within the painting village
Ticket Information
  • Guyanyan Huaxiang combo ticket: ¥80
  • Tongji Weir separate ticket: ¥30
  • Ferry ticket: ¥20
Photography Tips
  • Best in early morning with thin mist over the lake
  • Old Street of Painting Village suitable for portrait photography
  • Must-photograph the ancient camphor tree group at Tongji Weir
03
Terraced Field Splendor
Yunhe Terraced Fields Scenery Tour
Highlights

In the morning, head to Yunhe Terraced Fields to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds; in the afternoon, experience farming culture and participate in agricultural activities; in the evening, stay at a terraced field guesthouse and taste farmhouse cuisine.

Attractions
Yunhe Terraced Fields
One of the most beautiful terraced fields in China, with distinct layers and varying scenery across seasons—spring planting, summer greenery, autumn harvest, winter snow—each with its own charm, a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Xianguan Lake
The second largest artificial lake in Zhejiang Province, with beautiful lake and mountain scenery and numerous islands. Boat tours are available for water fun.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Liandu to Yunhe is about 1.5 hours by car
  • Tourist shuttle from county town
  • Need to transfer to sightseeing car within the terraced field area
Food Recommendations
  • Terraced field loach hotpot
  • Yunhe snow pear
  • Meiyuan suomen noodles
  • Highland vegetables
Travel Tips
  • Terraced field ticket: ¥80
  • Best viewing periods: April-May, September-October
  • Large temperature difference between morning and evening; bring a jacket
04
Yandang Wonders
Yandang Mountain Geology Tour
Highlights

In the morning, visit Lingfeng Scenic Area of Yandang Mountain to admire peculiar peaks and strange rocks; in the afternoon, visit Lingyan Scenic Area to watch the flying acrobatics performance; return in the evening, ending the Lishui trip.

Attractions
Yandang Mountain
National key scenic area, famous for strange rocks, peculiar peaks, and flying waterfalls. Known as the "Famous Mountain on the Sea, Peerless Wonder in the World," it is a UNESCO Global Geopark.
Lingyan Flying Acrobatics
A signature performance at Yandang Mountain. Performers demonstrate climbing, aerial stunts, and other breathtaking feats on steep cliffs. It is a must-see attraction for visitors.
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestions
  • Yandang Mountain to Lishui city center: about 2 hours
  • Distance to Lishui Airport: about 1.5 hours
  • Plan return transportation in advance
Food Map
  • Yandang Mountain Eight Bowls
  • Fragrant fish
  • Stone frog
  • Guanyin tofu
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Longquan celadon
  • Longquan sword
  • Yunhe dried snow pear
  • Qingyuan shiitake mushrooms

Must-Try Foods in Lishui City

Jinyun Baked Pancake

A specialty snack from Jinyun, Lishui. Made from flour, preserved mustard greens, and pork, baked over charcoal fire. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a rich aroma. It is the most representative local delicacy.

Pounded Meat Soup

A traditional Lishui soup. Pork is beaten into thin slices and cooked with mushrooms, tofu, and other ingredients. Delicious in flavor and rich in texture, it is an essential festive dish.

Qingtang Sugar Cake

A traditional pastry from Qingtian County. Made mainly from glutinous rice flour and brown sugar, with added peanuts, sesame, and other ingredients. Steamed to perfection, it is sweet, soft, and sticky, symbolizing good fortune.

She Black Rice

A specialty of the She ethnic group in Jingning. Glutinous rice is soaked in the juice of waxberry leaves and steamed. The rice is shiny black in color with a unique fragrance and nourishing effects. It is an essential food for She festivals.

Lishui City Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
  • March-May: Spring blossoms, ideal for terraced field sightseeing
  • June-August: Escape the heat, suitable for canyon rafting
  • September-November: Clear and crisp autumn, perfect for photography
  • December-February: Winter snow scenery, suitable for hot spring vacations
Must-Do Experiences
  • Sunrise photography at Xiandu Dinghu Peak
  • Oil painting creation at Guyanyan Huaxiang
  • Farming experience at Yunhe Terraced Fields
  • Watch Lingyan Flying Acrobatics at Yandang Mountain
  • She ethnic folk culture experience
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: approx. ¥300-600
  • Accommodation: ¥400-1000/night
  • Meals: ¥180-350/day
  • Transportation: ¥400-600
  • Total: ¥1500-3000
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Which attractions in Lishui are suitable for family trips? → Yunhe Terraced Fields, Xianguan Lake
  • Where is the best place to experience She culture? → Jingning She Autonomous County
  • What are the must-buy local specialties in Lishui? → Longquan celadon, dried shiitake mushrooms
  • When is the best time for terraced field photography? → Around sunrise and sunset