Suining Travel Guide | Must-See Attractions & Food

| Must-See Attractions & Food.

Suining, known as the birthplace of Guanyin, is an important origin of Guanyin culture in China! It not only enjoys the reputation of being a major city in eastern Sichuan, a vital hub in central Sichuan, and a land of outstanding scholars, but it is also a snack city hiding countless delicacies! 😋

🌟Must-See Attractions:
1️⃣ Guanyin's Birthplace - Lingquan Scenic Area (4A) 🏯
This is a sacred place of pilgrimage for Guanyin believers in China. The temple, built on a mountain, is shaded by lush trees and boasts numerous historical sites. It is known as the "Holy Land of the West" due to its popularity and flourishing incense.
2️⃣ Guanyin's Birthplace - Guangde Scenic Area (4A) 🕍
Originally built during the Tang Dynasty, it was designated by the ancient imperial court as a Guanyin dojo and a royal Buddhist temple. It is revered as the "First Zen Forest of the West" and has a rich history.
3️⃣ China Dead Sea (4A) 🌊
Famous for its "magical floatation, skin-beautifying black mud, and healthy salt therapy," it contains over 40 minerals and trace elements, making it a great place for health and leisure!
4️⃣ Longfeng Ancient Town (4A) 🏰
Known as the "Land of the Millennium Dragon Vein and the Village of Eternal Buddhist Affinity," it is the site of the ancient Suining government and a sacred place for blessings and prayers.
5️⃣ Zi'ang's Hometown Cultural Tourism Area (4A) 🏞️
This area features "Five Ancient Cultures": ancient towns, ancient temples, ancient city walls, ancient trees, and ancient opera stages. It also includes the study platform where Chen Zi'ang, a famous poet of the Tang Dynasty, studied in his youth, and Jinhua Mountain.
6️⃣ World Lotus Expo Garden (4A) 🌸
With over 200,000 lotus plants of more than 800 varieties from 23 countries and regions, it is an excellent place for lotus appreciation.
7️⃣ Hailong Kaige (4A) 🌳
A cultural, agricultural, and tourism integration demonstration area that combines popular science education, parent-child leisure, ecological recreation, specialty food, and cultural and creative experiences, making it suitable for family outings.
8️⃣ Gaofeng Mountain (4A) 🌄
Known as the "First Famous Mountain in Northern Sichuan" and the "First Peak in Central Sichuan," it offers beautiful natural scenery.
9️⃣ Sichuan Song Porcelain Museum 🏛️
The only museum in China dedicated to Song Dynasty porcelain, it is a cultural treasure of Suining City.

🚗Transportation
✈️ Airplane: Suining Anju Airport has opened some routes. You can also fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport and then transfer to Suining by high-speed rail or bus.
🚄 High-speed Rail: Suining Station is an important stop on the Chengdu-Chongqing High-speed Railway. It takes about 1 hour from Chengdu or Chongqing.
🚗 Car: Suining Bus Station has buses to various destinations within the province.

🍽️Specialty Food
· Suining Tofu Skin: Thin as a cicada's wing and delicate in taste, it can be served cold, stir-fried, or in soup.
· Pengxi Ginger Cake: A traditional pastry with a rich ginger flavor, sweet but not greasy.
· Chuanshan Tofu Pudding: Smooth and tender, with rich toppings, it is a local specialty breakfast.

🏠Accommodation Recommendations
· High-end Hotels: Suining Marriott Hotel, Suining Dongxu Jinjiang International Hotel
· Mid-range Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Suining, Kyriad Marvelous Suining
· Budget Hotels: Home Inn, Hanting, 7 Days Inn, and other chain hotels
· Boutique Hotels: Longfeng Ancient Town and Shenglian Island offer boutique hotels.