Two Days and One Night to Fully Experience Pengzhou! Travel Guide, Please Check It Out

Spent two days in Pengzhou over the weekend and was truly captivated by this city! Delicious food and fun activities, it’s really perfect for a weekend getaway~ Now I’m sharing my two-day Pengzhou travel guide with everyone, so quickly save it!

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Pengzhou → Longxing Temple → Dashan Steamed Beef → Bodhi Coffee → Check in at Yuanshe Shuxiang Hotel → Rest for a while → Find food in the city (options include Huzi Rabbit, Scissor Potatoes at Jinlin Market, Ji Guokui, and other local specialties)
Day 2: Yuanshe Shuxiang Hotel → Jiuchi Town (Zhao Lao San Fresh Goose Intestine Hotpot) → Intangible Cultural Heritage Zhou Lequan Guokui → Return trip
Attractions Introduction
Longxing Temple
This ancient temple was originally built in the third year of the Xiankang era of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, with a profound historical background dating back over 1,700 years. It was initially named "Dakang Temple" and has undergone multiple renamings and expansions. The Longxing Relic Pagoda in the temple is quite famous, being one of the 19 existing authentic relic Buddha pagodas in China. The main pagoda is 81 meters tall with 17 floors, blending Han and Tibetan architectural styles, solemn and majestic. At Longxing Temple, you can stroll among the red walls and ancient cypress trees, feeling the tranquility and sacredness of this millennium-old temple, or climb the pagoda to overlook the beautiful cityscape of Pengzhou.
Food Recommendations
Dashan Steamed Beef
This is a long-established "fly restaurant" in Pengzhou, holding a high status in the local food scene. The steamed beef is aromatic, and when mixed with garlic paste, coriander, chili oil, and other condiments, the taste is absolutely amazing. It has a bright color and rich aroma, making every bite extremely satisfying!
Bodhi Coffee
Located inside Longxing Temple, the shop offers a unique fortune-drawing coffee. After ordering, you can sit quietly inside the temple and enjoy the peace and comfort.
Huzi Rabbit
Huzi Rabbit is a Pengzhou intangible cultural heritage dish, originating in 1950. It is one of the local specialties, with the five-spice and spicy rabbit cubes highly recommended. It is dry and fragrant, especially suitable as a drink accompaniment.
Zhao Lao San Fresh Goose Intestine Hotpot
When in Jiuchi Town, you must try this fresh goose intestine hotpot! The goose intestines are wide and long, fresh and crispy. After briefly cooking them in the boiling hotpot and dipping in the sauce, the moment they enter your mouth is full of happiness. Besides goose intestines, their other dishes are also very fresh. The broth is rich and flavorful, becoming more delicious the longer it cooks, making it irresistible.
Intangible Cultural Heritage Zhou Lequan Guokui
As an intangible cultural heritage food, Zhou Lequan Guokui truly lives up to its reputation. Priced at 5 yuan each, the crust is crispy and not greasy. Note that this shop only offers pork filling. It is the most traditional pairing and preparation.
Accommodation Recommendation
Yuanshe Shuxiang Hotel: Highly recommend this hotel, which is full of pastoral charm. It has a distinct Thai style. The rooms are cozy, and staying here for a night allows you to escape the city's hustle and bustle and enjoy the tranquility and comfort of the countryside. The surrounding scenery is also very nice; you can take a walk nearby in the morning, breathe in fresh air, and appreciate the beauty of nature.
Travel Tips
1. Pengzhou has convenient transportation; you can choose to drive or take public transport. If driving, be sure to check the route and parking information in advance.
2. When tasting food, try more local specialties to experience Pengzhou’s unique culinary culture.
3. Longxing Temple is a religious site, so please follow the temple’s rules, maintain quietness, and show respect during your visit.
Pengzhou is truly a hidden gem for travel, with beautiful scenery and delicious food. It’s definitely worth a visit!