Things to do in Yiyang

No. 13 of Family-friendly Attractions in Jiangxi

Guifeng Scenic Area

Looking from the southwest, the whole turtle peak is like a giant tortoise, and there are many turtle-shaped stones in the scenic area. It can be said that it is "no mountains and no turtles, no stones and no turtles", hence the name. Guifeng consists of two major scenic spots. The first is the scenic spot of Guifeng, which is a landscape tour area with natural features. The peaks and rocks in the scenic area are unique and vivid, and the second is the Nanyan Scenic Area. It is a Buddhist cultural tourist area and is famous for its long-standing cave Buddhist culture. The main attractions are Nanyan Temple, Longmen Lake, Wenxing Tower, and the natural mountain reclining Buddha.

Nanyan Sleeping Buddha

Yiyang Reclining Buddha is located in Longmenyan, Yiyang County, Shangrao City. The reclining Buddha is 416 meters long and 68 meters tall. It is carved from the mountain. The natural mountain shows the artistic charm of the stunning group of Sakyamuni Nirvana pictures. It is said that the cave at the bottom of the mountain was carved by the god Yu, and it was named Longmenyan because the stone bones are coiled like a giant dragon. In the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, monks built a temple on the Xiongyi cave, which became Longmenyan Temple. During the Qianlong period, the county magistrate He Fan renamed it "Tiancheng Temple", which means "natural". Entering from the Tiansheng Bridge, you will suddenly feel like you are in a Buddhist country. Wang Du, the magistrate of Yiyang County in the Qing Dynasty, erected a plaque with the words "Flying Yu's Traces". The Danxia Mountains in the Attraction are rolling and crisscrossed, with gullies and water flowing continuously. Lakes surround the mountain walls, and the mountain bones meander in the water. There are ninety-nine bays and thirty-six levels of heaven, and it is known as the "water maze".

No. 3 of Night Attractions in Jiangxi

Ge's Fairy Village

Ge's fairy village is located in Yanshan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province. It was invested and constructed by Xinbang Group in June 2016, with a total investment exceeding 1.569 billion yuan. Backed by the thousand-year-old Taoist mountain Ge's Fairy Mountain, it aims to become "a new landmark of Jiangxi tourism." The project is divided into two phases, with a planned construction area of approx. 300,000 square meters. The core attraction area covers 650 mu, including three main sections: the distribution center area, Ge's Fairy Village resort, and the Tianjing Terrace attraction. Future development will continue to expand outward along the valley. Ge's fairy village is developed around the Ge's fairy mountain attraction, inspired by the cultivation stories of immortal Ge Xuan on the mountain. It integrates the cultural essence of Taoism with classical landscape painting aesthetics, recreating the mountain village scene where Ge Xuan lived and practiced during the late Han dynasty. Using water, bamboo, and village as creative elements, it aims to create a natural sanctuary and fairy village combining eco-tourism, leisure vacations, business conferences, and Taoist cultural experiences. Introduction to attractions in Ge's fairy village Yuánfāng - Heaven and earth hidden in the mountains and forests The name "Elements" is derived from the Taoist concept of "the sky is round and the earth is square." The bronze compass within Elements, meticulously crafted by renowned artists, embodies the Taoist understanding and profound mastery of the universe's principles. The overall design follows the concept of a "vanishing building," featuring a facade of glass mirrors and bamboo. From a distance, the glass mirrors reflect the natural scenery of the mountains, making the structure appear hidden within the forest. Without careful observation, one might easily overlook the building and the hidden paradise behind it. Zhongmiao pavilion - profound and mysterious, both real and illusory Zhongmiao pavilion is the highest point of the attraction, featuring an ancient architectural structure. The main building stands 26 m tall with a three-story, four-pillar pure wood design. Pavilions are typically used for storing books or enshrining deities, which adds more cultural significance to this structure. In the evening, the solemn and magnificent Zhongmiao Pavilion show takes place here, where the combination of modern technological lighting and ancient architecture creates a dreamlike and visually stunning experience. Culture has a long history The ancestral hall square mainly consists of the jiao altar at the center and the Ge Weng ancestral hall. The jiao altar is a place for capping, wedding, and sacrificial ceremonies. It served as the venue for ancient capping rites, wedding ceremonies, and rituals praying to deities. Traditional folk cultural performances are staged in the central area of the ancestral hall square. Dust-washing gate·Emerald pool - Wash away the mundane Under the moonlight, seekers perform the traditional Taoist greeting, embracing the path of Taoism. The "gate of purification," crafted with mist curtain installations, presents a mesmerizing interplay of light and shadow amidst ethereal fog, cleansing worldly dust from those who journey from afar. Water curtain film - magnificent and breathtaking The water stage at Zhongmiao Pavilion presents a grand live-action water screen movie every evening, where the fusion of water screens and light creates a dazzling visual feast. Performers dance to the rhythm of alternately intense and soothing music, bringing to life a series of dramatic legendary tales from a flourishing era. China town artifact culture museum - A long history of town artifact culture The China town artifact culture museum is located at the entrance of Lingbao Fairy Street, featuring horse-head walls that showcase the distinctive Huizhou architectural style. Inside, visitors can explore China's ancient town artifact culture through exhibition areas, retail zones, and workshop sections, gaining a deeper understanding of this cultural heritage while admiring historical artifacts.

Guifeng Happy Water World

Guifeng Happy Water World is located in the scenic Guifeng attraction, offering a variety of amusement projects and facilities. The water world features several themed zones, including the Power Zone, Happy Lake Micro-Power Zone, and Rainbow Lake Zone. The Power Zone is equipped with thrilling high-speed activities such as luxury speedboating, jet skiing, and water Ferrari supercars, allowing visitors to experience the exhilaration of speeding across the water. The Happy Lake Micro-Power Zone is more family-friendly, featuring large cascading waterfalls, electric bumper boats, and electric duck rides with low or no power, ensuring fun for both adults and children. Additionally, Guifeng Happy Water World boasts large water playgrounds, wave pools, and other aquatic facilities that deliver an authentic ocean wave experience. On hot summer days, visitors can splash around, play, and enjoy the refreshing fun.

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Wangxian Valley

Wangxian Valley is located at the northern foot of Lingshan Mountain, hidden among mountain streams and gorges. It was formerly an abandoned granite quarry and, after years of ecological restoration, has been built into the valley town it is today. The attraction is structured around the Jiuniu Stream Gorge, where streams flow through the valley and waterfalls cascade in layers; the Sandie Waterfall and Sankou Pot are among its most recognizable natural views. In summer, visitors can also experience gorge rafting that winds through the ancient town. The cliffside building complex on Baihe Cliff is the attraction's signature view. On the nearly 100-meter-high cliff face, cantilevered guest rooms, plank walkways, and viewing platforms climb upward in a zigzag pattern, looking up from the valley floor like pavilions in the sky. After nightfall, the cliff lights come on one after another, and the entire valley resembles a painted scroll of lights; standing on Lanyue Bridge and gazing at the full panorama of Baihe Cliff is a classic photo spot here. The Yanpu Old Street in the valley restores the appearance of traditional dwellings in northeastern Jiangxi, with rammed earth walls, bluestone slab paths, and horse-head walls interwoven throughout. Workshop Street is lined with traditional handicraft workshops for brown sugar, brewing, papermaking, cloth dyeing, and more, where you can watch ancient production methods on site; Mingchan Alley gathers intangible cultural heritage crafts such as bamboo weaving and woodwork. Bawei Street offers a dazzling array of Jiangxi-style snacks such as dengzhan guo and taro dumplings. When visiting, it is recommended to enter the attraction in the afternoon so that you can clearly see the gorge landforms in daylight without missing the spectacular lighting after nightfall. The entire route requires walking and climbing stairs, so comfortable, slip-resistant shoes are advisable.

Nanyan Temple Sceneic Area

Buddha Mountain (Nanyan Temple), also known as Nanyan Buddha Cave or Nanyan Buddha Cave, is located in the Guifeng Second Attraction Area (Nanyan Attraction) of Yiyang National Key Scenic Area. It is surrounded by red rocks on three sides. The temple is built on the rocks, with roofs instead of tiles and fences instead of eaves. The cave under the rock is 70 meters wide, 30 meters high and 30 meters deep, and can accommodate more than a thousand people. Nanyan Temple dates back to the Jin Dynasty. During the Tang Dynasty Taihe Period (827-835), the monk Shen Yao rebuilt it and began to carve stone niches on the stone wall. During the Song Dynasty Jiading Period (1208-1224), the county resident Wang Yuanchang built the palace gate, halls, bell towers, bridges and pavilions, and continued to carve stone into various Buddha statues. During the Yuan Dynasty Zhizheng Period (1341-1368), the monk Si Zheng rebuilt it again. During the Ming Dynasty Chongzhen Period (1628-1644), it was rebuilt. During the Ming Dynasty, the county resident Fan Youtao Complimentary a plaque with the words "Natural Heaven and Earth". In the fifth year of the Qing Dynasty Kangxi Period (1666), the monk Yuanxiu expanded the building. The scale of the time is as described by Liu Linsun, the magistrate of Yi County in the Qing Dynasty, in "Traveling in Nanyan": "The broken stones on the wall are like a painting, hanging in the air, which makes people feel awe and fear." In the eighth year of Emperor Daoguang's reign (1828), the monk Kongfan rebuilt the main hall and side rooms. It was rebuilt again during the Republic of China period. It has always been a popular temple and is a thousand-year-old famous temple in the south of the Yangtze River. There are more than 40 existing stone niches and more than 10 cliff carvings in the Nanyan Temple Cave, which are arranged in a semicircle along the rock. Inside the niches are carvings of Buddha such as Sakyamuni, Wenzhu, Samantabhadra, Guanyin and the Eighteen Arhats, reflecting the superb stone carving skills of the ancient working people of my country.

No. 7 of Family-friendly Attractions in Jiangxi

Jiangxi Lingshan

Shangrao Lingshan Mountain is a national scenic area and a AAAA-rated tourist attraction. Known as the "Sleeping Beauty" for its undulating mountain range resembling a reclining Jiangnan maiden, it's a mountainous resort integrating vacation wellness, sports leisure, sightseeing experiences, and religious pilgrimage. The area features rare circular granite peak forest formations, distinctive high-altitude spiritual stone terraces, unique rock formations, and Jiangnan's tallest granite waterfall. Since ancient times, Lingshan has been a sacred site for Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism, ranking as China's 33rd Taoist blessed land. The scenic zone boasts distinctive peaks, pristine waters, and secluded valleys, with 36 waterfalls, 72 peaks, 108 caves, and over 400 scenic views. Historically housing 99 temples and palaces, the 1800-year-old Shiren Hall and Shicheng Temple remain particularly well-preserved. Celebrated as "China's premier dragon ridge and blissful spiritual sanctuary," the mountain offers harmonious lake-mountain vistas. Mount Lingshan boasts a profound cultural heritage, with over 300 literary masterpieces left by distinguished Shangrao natives and historical figures who lived or sought refuge here, including Wang Anshi, Wang Zhenbai, Han Yuanji, Xin Qiji, Xu Yuanjie, Xia Yan, and Jiang Shiquan. The Southern Song Dynasty poet Xin Qiji praised Mount Lingshan as "a majestic landscape where peaks gallop westward like ten thousand horses circling back, while other mountains yearn eastward," describing it as "grand, profound, elegant, and vigorous—like reading the works of Grand Historian Sima Qian." Ming Dynasty scholar Xia Yan extolled that "the scenic beauty of Mount Lingshan surpasses even the famed Jiuhua and Wulao Mountains," while contemporary poet Feng Xuefeng hailed it as "a magical, indomitable, and enchanting mountain."

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Gexianshan Scenic Area

Shangrao Qianshan Gexianshan Scenic Area, located in Qianshan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, is a tourist treasure that combines natural beauty with profound cultural heritage. This mountain is named after the Taoist immortal Ge Xuan who once practiced here to become an immortal. Since ancient times, it has been a holy place for literati and practitioners. ​ Shangrao Qianshan Gexianshan Scenic Area has beautiful scenery, like a fairyland on earth, exuding unique charm. Stepping into the scenic area, continuous mountains come into view, with various peaks and ridges, some towering and majestic, and some mountains are gentle and gentle. The clouds are like gauze, sometimes light and sometimes heavy, which is intoxicating. ​ Shangrao Qianshan Gexianshan Scenic Area also carries a rich history and culture. There are many ancient monuments in the mountains, and every brick and tile tells stories of the past. While enjoying the beautiful scenery, people can also deeply feel the profoundness of Chinese culture.

Fairy Village

Xianrenzhai is also known as Zhaishang, meaning the village on the mountain. Because the light is beautiful, the weather is quiet and serene, like a fairyland, hence the name Xianrenzhai. It is a rural eco-tourism scenic spot with an ancient cottage style in the south of the Yangtze River; Giant Elephant Rock, Shima Mountain, Changshi Mountain, and Ape-Man Peak are arranged in a row. The hanging coffins of the cliff tombs are confusing, the treasures of the heaven are mysterious and attractive, the ancient post road is close to the mountains, the ecology is primitive, and the culture is unique.