[2024 Pingnan Attraction] Travel Guide for Bai Shui Yang (Updated Dec)
No.4 of Best Things to Do in Ningde
Rivers
Address:
Pingnan, Ningde, Fujian, China
Opening times:
Opens at Daytime 08:00-17:00(Admission ends at 16:30)
Recommended sightseeing time:
0.5-1 day
Phone:
0593-3309388
Visit Ningde for a late autumn trip!
🚗Transportation Guide:
- You can fly to Ningde Xiapu Airport, and then choose a suitable means of transportation according to your destination, such as airport shuttle bus, taxi, etc. If you are in a nearby city, it is also convenient to take a high-speed train to Ningde Station. You can take a bus, taxi, or rent a car to drive around the city. 😎
🌟Must-visit attractions:
- Taimu Mountain: Famous for its strange peaks and rocks, it has spectacular scenery such as Husband and Wife Peak and Yixiantian. Walking through the mountains is like being in a fairyland. 🧚♂️The mountains are shrouded in mist, and there are new surprises at every step. Here you can feel the magic of nature. If you have good physical strength, you can spend a whole day playing.
- Xiapu Mudflat: A paradise for photography lovers. 🌅At sunrise and sunset, the golden sunlight shines on the mudflat, sparkling, and the working fishermen and the drying kelp and seaweed form beautiful pictures. The mudflat has different beauty in different seasons and at different times, and you can take great photos at will.
- Baishuiyang: A unique water square where you can play in the water on the flat riverbed of huge stones. 🤩The water here is crystal clear. In summer, it is cool and pleasant to play here, just like a natural water park.
🍜Local food recommendations:
- Fuding Meat Slices: Chewy and delicious, with fresh and delicious soup, it is a must-try snack in Ningde. 😜You can add some pickled peppers, rice vinegar, and coriander when eating, which is sour, spicy, and appetizing. You can find small shops selling Fuding meat slices everywhere.
- Xiapu Seafood: Super rich in variety, including shrimp, crab, fish, shellfish, etc. 🤤Steamed, braised, fried, each method can reflect the tenderness of seafood. When you arrive in Ningde, you must find a reliable seafood restaurant and enjoy it.
- Fu'an Guangbing: Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, with a faint wheat aroma. You can add various ingredients, such as pork floss, sauerkraut, etc. 😍Walking on the road, holding a Guangbing, eating and shopping, is great.
LoganMaguire89
Baishuiyang Scenic Area: Walk on Water and Experience a Cool Fairyland
Baishuiyang Scenic Area is renowned for its unique 'First Beach Under Heaven,' a vast natural stone beach covered by a clear stream, creating a mirror-like water surface. Standing on this enormous 'water plaza,' the cool stream covers your feet, sparkling like a fairyland. The water here is shallow, allowing visitors to take off their shoes and walk barefoot, enjoying the gentle caress of the flowing water.
Baishuiyang offers different beautiful sceneries throughout the year, with summer being particularly pleasant. The stream glistens under the sunlight, resembling countless stars scattered in the stream. Walking here, you feel the breeze on your face and the sound of water accompanying your steps, making you feel relaxed and refreshed. The green mountains on both sides and the clear stream reflect each other, like a picturesque landscape painting, bringing peace to your mind.
At Baishuiyang, slow down and feel the harmonious resonance of water and nature. It's not just about sightseeing but also a cleansing of the soul. Walking on water feels like stepping into a fairy tale, making it hard to leave.
achen96
Ningde, a poetic journey between mountains and sea.
Ningde, this city located in northeastern Fujian, is like a bright pearl embedded in the mountains and sea. It has both magnificent natural scenery and profound historical and cultural heritage. It is a fascinating tourist attraction. In this beautiful season, I embarked on a journey to Ningde to explore the poetry and romance between the mountains and the sea.
1. Taimu Mountain - a fantasy journey to the Immortal City on the Sea
Taimu Mountain is one of the iconic scenic spots in Ningde, famous for its four unique features: "dangerous peaks, strange rocks, secluded caves, and magical mist." When I stepped into Taimu Mountain Scenic Area, I seemed to have entered a fantasy world.
The peaks are steep and the rocks are rugged. The peaks of Taimu Mountain have different shapes. Some are like couple peaks, leaning against each other with endless affection; some are like golden turtles climbing the wall, lifelike and amazing. And those strange-shaped stones are even more fascinating. Attractions such as "Immortal Saw Board", "Nine Carp Looking Up to the Sky" and "Golden Cat Fighting Mouse", every stone seems to tell an ancient story.
The cave is deep and mysterious. There are many caves in Taimu Mountain, some are spacious and bright, and can accommodate hundreds of people; some are narrow and winding, allowing only one person to pass sideways. Walking into the cave feels like entering an underground maze. There are many strange rocks in the cave, and stalactites in various shapes, some pouring down like waterfalls, and some like fairies descending to earth, are so beautiful. Walking through the cave, feeling the mysterious atmosphere, one can't help but marvel at the uncanny craftsmanship of nature.
The clouds and mist are shrouded, like a dream. The clouds and mist in Taimu Mountain are a great spectacle, especially in the early morning and evening, when the clouds and mist fill the mountain like a fairyland. Standing on the top of the mountain, overlooking the sea of clouds, it feels like you are outside the sky. The clouds and mist sometimes flutter like a veil, and sometimes surge like waves. They are unpredictable and intoxicating.
In addition to natural scenery, Taimu Mountain also has rich historical and cultural connotations. The statue of Taimu Empress on the mountain is solemn and solemn, making people feel the compassion and wisdom of Taimu Empress. Those ancient temples and Taoist temples bear witness to Taimu Mountain’s long history and profound religious and cultural heritage.
2. Yushan Island—one of the most beautiful islands in China
Departing from Taimu Mountain, take a boat to Yushan Island and start a beautiful island trip.
Yushan Island is known as "one of the most beautiful islands in China". It has unique natural scenery and rich fisherman customs. The island's tens of thousands of acres of grassland, with green grass stretching as far as the eye can see, makes people feel like they are on the prairie of Inner Mongolia. Here, you can run, play and feel the beauty of nature.
Tianhu is another highlight of Yushan Island. The lake is crystal clear, like a huge mirror, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds and surrounding mountains. The reeds by the lake sway in the wind, giving people a peaceful and beautiful feeling. Walking by Tianhu Lake and admiring the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains makes people feel particularly comfortable.
In addition to natural scenery, Yushan Island also has a rich fisherman culture. The fishermen on the island are hospitable and their lives are simple and fulfilling. Here, you can taste fresh seafood and feel the unique style of fishermen. In the evening, you can also participate in a bonfire party, sing and dance with the local fishermen, and spend an unforgettable night.
3. Baishuiyang - the most beautiful scenery in the world and the mystery of the universe
Baishuiyang is another famous scenic spot in Ningde, famous for its unique geological landscape and rich water activities.
When I came to Baishuiyang Scenic Area, I was amazed by the scene in front of me. A wide flat river bed consisting of a huge rock with clear water flowing on it. Under the sunlight, the stream sparkles like a huge mirror. The flat river bed is like a huge white carpet spread between the valleys.
Water sports in Baishuiyang are rich and colorful. You can enjoy playing in the water here and feel the coolness and comfort of the stream. You can also participate in water sports such as rafting and surfing to experience excitement and happiness. In Baishuiyang, you can forget all your worries and enjoy the gifts of nature.
4. Yuanyang Creek - a holy place for lovers, a paradise on earth
Yuanyang Creek is a place full of romance and poetry. The mountains and rivers here are beautiful and the scenery is pleasant. It is a resort for lovers.
Stroll along the stream and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. The peaks on both sides are steep and green, the water is crystal clear, and the fish are swimming happily in the water. Along the stream, you can see many beautiful waterfalls, some of which are like the Milky Way falling in the sky, and some of which are like light veils blowing over your face. They are so beautiful.
Yuanyang Creek is also the habitat of Yuanyang. Every autumn, thousands of mandarin ducks fly here from the north to spend the winter. They play and forage in the streams in pairs, giving people a warm and romantic feeling. Here, you can feel the harmony and beauty of nature, and you can also add romance and sweetness to your love.
5. Ningde’s history, culture and food
Ningde not only has beautiful natural scenery, but also has profound historical and cultural heritage. In downtown Ningde, you can visit the Ningde Museum to learn about the historical changes and cultural heritage of Ningde. The exhibits in the museum are rich and diverse, including ancient cultural relics, exquisite calligraphy and paintings, vivid folk custom displays, etc., which make people feel the long history and unique cultural charm of Ningde.
The food in Ningde is also not to be missed. There are fresh seafood, delicious snacks and specialty dishes. Ningde's seafood is world-famous for its freshness and deliciousness. You can taste crabs, shrimps, shellfish and other seafood. Ningde's snacks are also very unique, such as Fuding pork slices, Fu'an noodles, Xiapu paste soup, etc. Each snack is endlessly memorable. In addition, Ningde also has some special dishes, such as Gutian Tremella Soup, Pingnan Yuanyang Noodles, etc., which are also worth trying.
6. Insights and gains from the trip to Ningde
My trip to Ningde has been fruitful for me. Here, I appreciate the magnificence and magic of nature, feel the profound heritage of history and culture, and taste the unique charm of food. Ningde, this city between mountains and sea, deeply attracted me with its beauty and charm.
In Taimu Mountain, I felt the miraculous craftsmanship of nature, and also realized the tenacity and unyieldingness of life. On Yushan Island, I enjoyed the tranquility and beauty of the island, and also experienced the diligence and simplicity of the fishermen. In Baishuiyang, I experienced the excitement and joy of water activities, and also felt the gift and tolerance of nature. In Yuanyang Creek, I saw the harmony and beauty of nature, which also added romance and sweetness to my love.
A trip to Ningde is a baptism of the soul and an unforgettable memory. I believe that no matter how time passes, the beauty and charm of Ningde will always remain in my heart. I also hope that more people can come to Ningde, feel the poetry and romance between the mountains and the sea, and let their souls relax and sublimate. Ningde·Fujian
Garcia-~Amelia-7
Home to the world's rare "Shallow Water Square".
Baishuiyang Scenic Area is located in Pingnan County, Fujian Province, and is famous for its unique natural landscape. It is home to the world's rare "Shallow Water Square". The riverbed is flat and wide, made up of whole rocks, and the river is clear and shallow, only reaching the ankles. You can ride a bicycle or even drive a car on the riverbed of Baishuiyang, which is a natural water playground. There are also national special attractions such as Bajing Lian Cave, Xiaohukou Waterfall, and Dingtan Xianyan Valley, as well as rich wild animal and plant resources, including mandarin ducks and macaques. Baishuiyang is not only a treasure trove of natural scenery, but also a good place to cool off in summer.
AdventureJunkieExtra
Let's have a water fight together!
Baishuiyang Scenic Area🏞️
🎉Baishuiyang Scenic Area, located in Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province, is renowned for its unique geological wonders and beautiful mountain and water scenery🖼️. It features a rare flat shallow water rock riverbed, 🎉known as 'the world's unique landscape, the mystery of the universe.' Baishuiyang is suitable for visiting all year round, especially in spring and autumn when the climate is pleasant and the scenery is even more enchanting.📸
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Attractions and Introduction
1. Shallow Water Plaza🏖️
- One of the few shallow water plazas in the world, with the largest area reaching 40,000 square meters. The water depth is only ankle-deep, allowing visitors to walk barefoot and feel close to nature.
2. Wulao Peak🏞️
- The beautiful peak complements Baishuiyang, offering a panoramic view of the entire scenic area from the top.
3. Mandarin Duck Lake🦢
- The lake's surface is rippling with green waves, and the lakeside is shaded by green trees, making it a great place for leisure fishing and watching mandarin ducks.
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🏨 Accommodation Suggestions
- 💫It is recommended to stay at hotels at or near the entrance of Baishuiyang Scenic Area, such as 'Shuanglong Apartment,' which is convenient for touring and has complete dining facilities nearby.
-💫 For more options, consider staying in Pingnan County, which is a bit farther from the scenic area (about a 40-minute drive), but there are many hotels with relatively affordable prices.
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🍽️ Food
- Mountain Water Tofu: Delicate texture, refreshing and delicious.
- Wild Fish🐟: Freshly caught, with tender and tasty meat.
- Autumn Pot Edge🍲: Mainly made with loach and snails, the soup is fresh and tasty.
- Rice-roasted Rabbit🍗: Unique production process, fragrant with rice, and tender meat.
- Mandarin Duck Noodles🍜 (Bitter Bamboo Noodles): Amber-like color, smooth texture, and has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying.
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Summer Vacation with Kids: A Two-Day Trip Guide to Pingnan
🏕Itinerary:
D1 Fuzhou - Baishuiyang - Longtan Village
D2 Longtan Village - Siping Village - Xiadi Village (Xianfeng Bookstore) - Fuzhou
🚗Transportation:
Self-driving for the entire trip.
It takes more than an hour from Baishuiyang to Longtan Village⏳️. There is a section of mountain road that is difficult to drive, so be careful❗️
Longtan and Siping Village are very close, about a ten-minute drive.
It takes about an hour to drive from Siping Village to Xianfeng Bookstore🧩.
🆚Village Comparison:
Longtan Village is relatively large and more developed. There are many accommodations, restaurants🍲, and coffee shops☕, and many local residents. You can visit popular stores while still experiencing the local culture and customs. Personally, I think it is the best village to visit among the three💖.
Siping Village is relatively small and more scattered compared to Longtan Village. The central area is similar to a cultural and creative park, with many coffee shops and beer bars🥂.
Xiadi Village is famous for Xianfeng Bookstore and has a large area of rice fields🌾 that are very soothing. However, the village itself is relatively dilapidated. Although it retains its historical appearance, it is not well developed. Most of the houses are private residences of the elderly in the village🛖.
🛌Accommodation:
We chose to stay in Longtan Village🎐, which is relatively more developed and has more accommodation options.
We stayed at No. 1 Xiantan Homestay⛺, located in the central area of the village, very close to the covered bridge. There is a very clean stream at the entrance💞.
✔️Advantages:
Great location, spacious homestay🛋, and well-equipped facilities. The ancient style is well preserved, and the mosquito-proof screens and blackout wooden windows are well done.
The owner is very nice❤. We arrived late, and he was worried we might get lost, so he came to the village entrance to pick us up and even let us park in his private parking lot🚘.
The courtyard of the homestay has many flowers and plants🪻 and four lazy cats🐱, showing that the owner loves life.
The plums in the courtyard were in season, and when we left, the owner invited us to pick some🍒 and gave us a big bag. I have to say, the homegrown plums were particularly fragrant and sweet.
⚠️Disadvantages: Poor sound insulation. Friends who are light sleepers should remember to bring earplugs.
DreamcatcherSong73
Baishuiyang, the joyful palace of water play
In the mountains of Pingnan County, there is a 5A-level 'ten-mile-long water street'. The stone slabs under the water are smooth and flat, and the area is particularly wide. The canyon is unique and full of variations, making it a world geological park. Children enjoy playing in the water, having water fights, drifting, and kayaking, having endless fun. This is a joyful ocean composed of people of all ages playing in the water.
JourneySeeker
White Water Ocean | A Great Place to Play in the Water in Summer
| A Great Place to Play in the Water in Summer.
Fujian Ningde Pingnan's White Water Ocean is indeed an excellent place to escape the heat and a paradise for water activities, allowing people to fully enjoy the coolness and joy of summer! I strongly recommend you to experience it in person this summer!
According to the on-site announcement, a grand water-splashing festival will be held from July 20 to August 20, creating an extremely lively atmosphere. It is the perfect choice to relieve stress and enjoy happiness!
Travel Guide:
Driving from Fuzhou to White Water Ocean takes about two and a half hours.
The scenic area is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The ticket price is 120 yuan, and if purchased together with the Yuanyang Creek ticket, it is 160 yuan. Rafting and surfing are additional charges, with surfing at 90 yuan and rafting at 70 yuan (an additional 20 yuan deposit is required).
Be sure to bring water play tools, such as water guns, to add fun.
Prepare a set of clothes to change into, as you might get completely soaked!
If conditions permit, it is recommended to bring your own food and water, as prices inside the scenic area are usually higher than outside.
GourmetGoodness
Travel smart during the summer vacation, avoid the pitfalls
Ningde 3-day 2-night travel guide😎
Transportation guide:
🚊Train: Ningde Station
🚄High-speed train: Xiapu Station, Ningde Station
🚌Bus: Ningde South Bus Station
Accommodation recommendations🏡
It is suggested to stay in Xiapu County for convenience in dining and shopping
2️⃣Sansha Town: There are also many homestays, convenient for watching the sunrise🌅
Itinerary reference
Day1
Yangjiaxi→Xiaohao Tantou→Light and Shadow Plank Road Jian Tou Hua Bamboo Village→Dongbi to watch the sunset
Day2
East Sea Route One→Gaoluo Beach→Dajing Beach→Xiaowei Island (This route is very suitable for self-driving, with beautiful scenery, a bit cold in winter)
Day3
Baishuiyang Scenic Area→Longtan Ancient Town→Return trip
(Sisters can also go to Taimu Mountain for a day→Return trip)
Must-visit attractions🏝️
1️⃣Taimu Mountain
2️⃣Baishuiyang
3️⃣Jiulongji: One of the longest stair-step waterfalls in China, consisting of nine levels of waterfalls with a total drop of over 300 meters.
4️⃣Yushan Island: One of the ten most beautiful islands in China, with natural landscapes such as the colorful Lake Tian and the Ant Boat Sunset.
5️⃣Xiapu: Famous for its mudflats, it is a paradise for photography enthusiasts, especially during the tide rising and falling.
6️⃣Sandu'ao: With its unique natural harbor, it is an ideal place for marine sightseeing.
BellaHall
Fujian's Lesser-Known Tourist City—Ningde
Fujian is not just about Quanzhou and Xiamen! 🌊 A one-day tour guide to lesser-known spots!
This secluded island is so simple that there is only one boat trip to the island each day. The island is bustling with boats docked at the pier and flowers blooming all over the mountains, with herds of cattle and sheep, seagulls circling, and every scene is as healing as the movie ~ Live scenes are also beautiful ❤️
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1⃣️Taimu Mountain (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
✅ 5A scenic spot, known for its dangerous peaks, strange rocks, secluded caves, and misty illusions. World Geopark, national natural heritage.
💰100
📍 Taimu Mountain Town, Fuding City, Ningde
👍 Jiumo Peak, Lengcheng Ancient Castle
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2⃣️Baishuiyang (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
✅ 5A scenic spot, known as "the unique scenery of the world, the mystery of the universe." It has a rare shallow water square, which is a great place to play in the water and escape the summer heat.
💰120
📍 Shuangxi Town, Pingnan County, Ningde
👍 Shallow Water Square, Wulao Peaks, Shuanglong Bridge
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3⃣️Dongbi Village (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐)
✅ A popular internet-famous little fishing village in recent years, with beaches, sea, sky, and white Greek-style houses, it feels like being abroad.
💰Free
📍 Dongbi Village, Sansha Town, Xiapu County, Ningde
👍 Dongbi Trail, Yugong Pavilion Beach, Dongbi Bridge
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4⃣️Beiqi Tidal Flat (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐)
✅ A paradise for photography enthusiasts, a popular spot for watching the seaside sunrise. Fish rafts, tidal flats, bamboo poles, light and shadow, and fishermen interweave, making for outstanding photographs.
💰Free
📍 Beiqi Village, Xiapu County, Ningde
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5⃣️Yu Mountain Island (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐)
✅ Rated by National Geographic as one of the top ten most beautiful islands in China. It has mountains, meadows, lakes, and seas, so beautiful that one cannot take their eyes off.
💰76 (including sightseeing car)
📍 Yushan Town, Fuding City, Ningde
👍 Tianhu, Moon Bay Beach, Mazu Village
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6⃣️Siling Archipelago (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐)
✅ Mainly composed of four small islands, it has the reputation of "Peach Blossom Land on the sea." Unique marine landscape, distributed in the shape of a lotus flower, known as the real-life version of Zelda.
💰100 (one-way boat ticket)
📍 Southeast of Xiapu County, Ningde
👍 Dongli Island (real-life Zelda), Nanli Island (pebble beach), Hongli Island (Bird Island)
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7⃣️Yangjiaxi Scenic Area (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐)
✅ Known as "Little Wuyi of Eastern Fujian." The "Old Man Leading a Cow" photo spot has become a popular "internet-famous" check-in spot for many tourists.
💰Free (small attractions charge separately)
📍 Ducao Village, Yacheng Town, Xiapu County, Ningde
👍 Rongfeng Park (💰18), Longting Waterfall, Jiuli Stream
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8⃣️Xiaowei Island (Recommended Value ⭐⭐⭐)
✅ Became an internet-famous photo spot because of a sea-eroded cave. There are many rocks eroded by seawater here, making for very photogenic shots.
💰Free
📍 Southeastern tip of the peninsula, Changchun Town, Xiapu County, Ningde
👍 Sea-eroded cave
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Here
You can take deep breaths of fresh oxygen
Enjoy the breath of pristine nature
Sing freely between the mountains and the sea
With splendid culture and dazzling intangible heritage, this is Ningde
zara_8799
This is not Guilin, it's Fujian!! Ningde, a lesser-known tourist destination
Here you can enjoy beautiful mountains, water, and Feng Shui.
Not Guilin!! It's in Ningde, Fujian
Location: Baishuiyang Scenic Area. Operating hours: 8:00-17:00
Scenic area admission: 8:00-16:00 (Don't miss it)
Navigate to the visitor center, admission and check-in are all with your ID~ Say goodbye to boring days at home and get out and about.
After entering the scenic area, take the sightseeing car, and walk for ten minutes to reach the 80,000 square "natural mountain spring water" shallow water square, where you can swim freely.
The 11th Baishuiyang Water Sports Challenge has already begun, there are so many fun projects in the park~ Fun dragon boat races and tug-of-war on water are really fun.
Bring your friends and family on the weekend for a childhood water fight, all kinds of water guns play out magical bubbles.
Experience Ningde's natural surfing and rafting, thrilling and exciting that will make you scream continuously, release your stress to your heart's content! If you don't raft, you've wasted your trip!
Transportation guide:
Self-driving: Baishuiyang Mandarin Duck Creek Visitor Center Parking Lot
Bus: From Pinnan Bus Station, take the bus to Baishuiyang/Mandarin Duck Creek Scenic Area
Gwen Nitzsche
Geological Wonder in Northeastern Fujian | Baishuiyang (972)
Baishuiyang, located in Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province. The total area of Baishuiyang Geological Park reaches 77.34 square kilometers, and it has the world's only Mandarin Duck Macaque Nature Reserve.
On October 3, 2010, Ningde Geological Park, consisting of Pingnan Baishuiyang, Mandarin Duck Creek, Fuding Taimu Mountain, and Fu'an Baiyun Mountain, was officially included in the UNESCO World Geological Park Network list.
AveryMcAllister55
Pingnan, Shuangxi Ancient Town
It belongs to the inland mountainous county of Ningde City, known as the 'County of the Undefeated Red Flag', 'Town of Mandarin Ducks', 'Town of Summer Shiitake', 'Town of Oil Rape', and 'Town of Hydropower' in Fujian Province. The region's GDP is 9.184 billion yuan, with a permanent population of 139,815 people and an area of 1,487 square kilometers. Famous tourist attractions in Pingnan County include Mandarin Duck Creek, Baishuiyang, Chicken Crow Mountain, Qingdie Stream, Xiaohukou, Shuangxi Ancient Town, Tianhu Wetland, etc.