Wuyuan is located in the northeastern part of Jiangxi Province, under the jurisdiction of Shangrao City, bordering Anhui and Zhejiang Provinces. It is an important part of Huizhou culture. With beautiful mountains and rivers, stunning natural scenery, and profound cultural heritage, it is known as "China's Most Beautiful Village" and is a向往的 tourist destination for visitors from home and abroad.
Wuyuan is famous for its well-preserved Huizhou architecture and picturesque natural scenery throughout the seasons. The county is dotted with dozens of well-preserved ancient villages from the Ming and Qing dynasties. These villages are nestled among mountains and rivers, with white-walled, black-tiled Huizhou buildings arranged in a picturesque manner, blending harmoniously with the surrounding landscape and forming unique Jiangnan rural scenery.
Wuyuan's beauty changes with the seasons. In spring, rapeseed flowers bloom, creating a striking contrast between the golden flowers and the white-walled, black-tiled buildings, like a natural oil painting. In summer, green bamboo terraces layer upon layer, with mist缭绕 among the mountains, creating a cool and pleasant atmosphere. In autumn, red leaves and ancient villages create a colorful scene, making it an excellent time for photography. In winter, snow-covered Huizhou buildings appear even more serene and elegant, like ink paintings.
In addition to natural scenery, Wuyuan also has rich historical heritage. It is the hometown of Zhu Xi, a Neo-Confucian philosopher from the Southern Song Dynasty, and has profound cultural roots. Traditional arts such as Hui Opera, Nuo Dance, and抬阁 have been well preserved and developed here. Furthermore, Wuyuan's Huizhou cuisine should not be missed, with specialty foods like Wuyuan glutinous rice, lotus bag red carp, and Wuyuan sesame cakes leaving a lasting impression.
Known as "China's Most Beautiful Village," Wuyuan boasts numerous well-preserved Huizhou ancient buildings and picturesque natural scenery throughout the seasons. Spring rapeseed flower fields, summer green bamboo terraces, autumn red leaves and ancient villages, and winter ink-wash landscapes each have their unique charm.
Wuyuan's most famous rapeseed flower viewing spot, with terraced fields like rolling golden waves. During the rapeseed blooming season (March-April), looking down from the mountain top, the entire valley is a sea of golden flowers, extremely beautiful, making it a iconic landscape of Wuyuan in spring.
A well-preserved Huizhou architectural village, founded during the Northern Song Dynasty. A small stream flows through the village, with ancient bridges, pavilions, ancestral halls, and residences arranged in picturesque disorder, like an ink painting, known as the典范 of "small bridges, flowing water, and houses."
A historic cultural village divided into Upper Xiaoqi and Lower Xiaoqi. The village features thousand-year-old camphor trees, the Shuangjing Moon Reflection, and Jinshi Di (Scholar's Residence) among other attractions. Ancient buildings are well-preserved, and the folk customs are simple, making it a great place to learn about Huizhou culture.
Huangling is famous for its "Drying Autumn" landscape. Every autumn, villagers dry their harvested crops on the balconies of Huizhou buildings, creating a unique "Drying Autumn Picture" with vibrant colors, making it a paradise for photographers.
Sixi Yancun consists of Sixi Village and Yancun, representing typical Huizhou merchant culture. The village preserves a large number of Huizhou merchant residences from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with exquisite carvings and beams, showcasing the finest Huizhou architecture and known as the "Grand View Garden of Huizhou Merchant Culture."
Founded during the Northern Song Dynasty, Wangkou Ancient Village is a thousand-year-old commercial town. The Yu Family Ancestral Hall in the village is one of the most famous ancestral halls in Wuyuan, with exquisite architecture and exceptionally fine wood carving craftsmanship, known as the "First Ancestral Hall in Jiangnan."
Wuyuan's beauty needs to be savored slowly. According to different seasons and interests, you can choose the following classic routes to experience the unique charm of China's most beautiful countryside:
Route: Jiangling Rapeseed Flower Fields → Xiaoqi Village → Jiangwan → Huangling → Likeng Ancient Village
Duration: 2-3 days
Highlights: Enjoy Wuyuan's most beautiful spring scenery, with golden rapeseed flowers complementing white-walled, black-tiled Huizhou architecture
Route: Sixi Yancun → Wangkou Ancient Village → Xiaoqi Village → Jiangwan → Qingyuan
Duration: 3 days
Highlights: Deeply experience Huizhou architectural culture, visit well-preserved Ming and Qing ancient villages
Route: Shicheng Red Leaves → Changxi Village → Huangling Drying Autumn → Xiaoqi Village → Yantian Ancient Camphor
Duration: 2-3 days
Highlights: Capture Shicheng's morning mist and red leaves, Huangling's drying autumn scenes, experience the beauty of Huizhou autumn
Rapeseed flowers in full bloom, Wuyuan's most beautiful season, with golden rapeseed flowers complementing Huizhou architecture
Red leaves and drying autumn landscapes, with mountains full of colorful layers, an excellent season for photography
| Spring (March-April) | Rapeseed flowers in full bloom, Wuyuan's most beautiful season |
| Summer (June-August) | Ancient villages for summer escape, lotus flowers blooming in ponds |
| Autumn (October-December) | Red leaves and drying autumn landscapes, vibrant colors |
| Winter (January-February) | Snow-covered Huizhou ancient villages, strong New Year atmosphere |
Wuyuan specialty foods: lotus bag red carp, steamed dishes, paste tofu, steamed rice cakes, glutinous rice cakes, etc. You can experience authentic flavors at farm restaurants in various scenic areas
Recommended to stay in Huizhou-style homestays, such as Huangling Drying Autumn Boutique Hotel, Sixi Yancun Homestay Group, or county hotels like Wuyuan International Hotel, Jiangwan Hotel, etc.
Wuyuan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
National 5A-Level Tourist Attraction Group
Approximately 2,947 square kilometers
50-1,600 meters
Huizhou Architecture, Rapeseed Flower Fields, Ancient Village Cluster
Subtropical Monsoon Climate
March-April, October-December
Ancient Village Tours, Flower Field Sightseeing, Huizhou Culture Experience
Pleasant climate, suitable for traveling. Wuyuan has a mild and humid climate. It is recommended to bring sun protection and light rain gear.
Early morning and dusk are the best times to photograph ancient villages and flower fields. It is recommended to bring wide-angle and medium telephoto lenses, and prepare a tripod
Wuyuan's scenic areas are scattered. It is recommended to travel by car or charter a car, plan your route in advance, and avoid peak tourist periods
Wuyuan's specialty dishes are mostly farm-style with strong flavors. You can try local specialties such as lotus bag red carp and steamed pork with rice flour
Wuyuan specialties include Wuyuan green tea, Hui ink, Longwei inkstone, and Wuyuan glutinous rice cakes, which can be purchased at scenic areas or county specialty stores
