Don't stay home during summer vacation, I highly recommend visiting Meizhou

Meizhou, the poetic home of the Hakka people, truly captured my heart at first sight🌿 As the world’s Hakka capital, it not only boasts a rich Hakka cultural heritage but also offers the most healing rural slow life. Spend 3 days exploring this charming small city that makes you want to settle down～

🏡【3-Day Slow Travel Itinerary】
Day 1: Impression of the Hakka Capital
- Morning: China Hakka Museum (Free! 9:00-17:00) → Dongshan Academy
- Afternoon: Hakka Wei Long Houses cluster (Recommended: Qiaoxiang Village’s Nanhua Youlu)
- Evening: Ketiantian Night View (super romantic lighting)
Tips: Be sure to hire a guide for the Wei Long Houses, or you won’t understand the architectural wisdom!

Day 2: Mountain and Water Journey
- Yannanfei Tea Fields (suggest taking the electric cart) → Qiaoxi Ancient Charm
- Afternoon: Lingguang Temple (see the wonder of the Tree of Life and Death)
- Evening: Watch the sunset at Qianfo Pagoda
Foodie tip: The bamboo shoot stew with pork at Qiaoxi farmhouse is amazing!

Day 3: Cultural Stroll
- Songkou Ancient Town (Nanyang-style arcade buildings are great for photos) → Yuankui Pagoda
- Meijiang Night Tour (buy boat tickets in advance)
Hidden gem: Buy freshly baked Qilu cakes in Songkou!

🥢Must-Try List:
✔ Pickled noodles + Sanjidi soup (most authentic at Jinyuan Restaurant)
✔ Salt-baked chicken (remember to visit the old brand on Meilong East Road)
✔ Suanpanzi (Hakka specialty snack)
✔ Niangjiu chicken (winter seasonal delicacy)

🚗 Transportation Tips:
- Take the high-speed train to Meizhou West Station; taxis are convenient for city attractions
- For Yannanfei, it’s recommended to rent a car (about 150 RMB/day)
- Shared electric scooters cover the old town area

📸 Photo Spots:
1. Qiaoxiang Village rapeseed flower season (February-March)
2. Ketiantian Venice Water City
3. Fishing village pier in Songkou Ancient Town

Post by GlobetrottingSoul_11 | Jul 7, 2025