One-day tour of Yongding Tulou

Yongding Tulou originated in the Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is a traditional Hakka residence in Fujian. Due to the dangerous local terrain, in order to resist foreign enemies and natural disasters, Hakkas built their houses into tall earth buildings. Today, Yongding Tulou has been included in the World Cultural Heritage List and has become a business card of Fujian. The following is a one-day tour guide for Yongding Tulou.

First, the characteristics of Yongding Tulou

Unique architectural style: Yongding earth building adopts round or square building structure, with rammed earth or mud brick as wall and tile as roof, which has extremely high wind and earthquake resistance. At the same time, the appearance of tulou is simple and elegant, giving people a deep impression.

Rich cultural connotation: Yongding Tulou is the crystallization of Hakka culture, which embodies the spirit of hard work, simplicity and unity of Hakka people. Inside the earth building, you can see exquisite wood carvings, stone carvings and murals, and feel the cultural heritage of Hakka people.

Eco-environmental protection: the design of Yongding earth building takes into account the needs of life and eco-environmental protection. The orientation and layout of the house take into account factors such as lighting, ventilation and drainage, which makes the earth building stable under harsh natural conditions. In addition, the green vegetation and ecological water system of Tulou also provide a livable living environment for residents.

Second, the traffic guide

To go to Yongding Tulou, Fujian, you can choose the following modes of transportation:

Plane: From major cities in China, you can fly to Xiamen Gao Qi International Airport or Fuzhou Changle International Airport, and then transfer to a bus to Yongding.

Train: Take the train to Longyan Station or Meizhou Station, and then transfer to Yongding by bus.

Self-driving: Take expressway to Xiamen or Fuzhou, and then transfer to National Highway and Provincial Highway in Yongding County.

Third, the recommended route

First stop: Depart in the morning.

Morning is the best time for a day trip when the temperature is low and there are few people in the scenic spots. You can choose cities in Fujian Province such as Fuzhou, Xiamen or Quanzhou to go to Yongding. The following is the main itinerary of the one-day tour:

1. Go to Yongding

Start early in the morning and go to Yongding county. You can choose to drive, charter or take public transportation, and choose the most convenient mode of transportation according to the different starting points. Yongding County is about 220 kilometers away from Fuzhou and 240 kilometers away from Xiamen. It takes about 3-4 hours by car.

2. Gaobei Tulou Group

After arriving in Yongding, we first went to Gaobei Tulou Group, which is the most representative of Yongding Tulou Group. Gaobei Tulou Group includes many tulou, among which the most famous are Chengqi Tower, Four Cuisine and One Soup Building, Yongtong Building and so on. These earth buildings are world cultural heritage and listed as important historical buildings by UNESCO.

In Gaobei Tulou Group, you can stroll through the ancient Tulou and appreciate its unique architectural style and exquisite craftsmanship. Understand the historical and cultural background of Tulou and feel the charm of this unique building. Don't forget to taste some local specialties, such as tulou eggs and rice noodles.

3. Lunch time

At noon, you can choose to taste the food in Yongding Town. Yongding Tulou area is famous for its delicious farm dishes, especially fresh vegetables, local chickens and ducks and delicious soup. In local restaurants or food stalls, you can try all kinds of local food to satisfy your taste buds.

Second stop: afternoon exploration

4. Tianluokeng Tulou Group

After lunch, continue to Tianluokeng Tulou Group. This is another famous scenic spot of Yongding Tulou Group, and it is also a UNESCO world cultural heritage. Tianluokeng Tulou Group includes Chengyang Tower and Tianluolou.

In Tianluokeng Tulou Group, you can enjoy different styles of Tulou, each with its unique charm and history. The earth buildings here are more diverse, including round earth buildings, square earth buildings and oval earth buildings, each of which embodies different cultural and historical details. Stroll in these ancient earth buildings and feel the precipitation of history and the charm of architecture.

5. Igawa Tulou Group

Next, you can watch the Tulou Group, which is another important scenic spot of Yongding Tulou Group. Jing Guan Tu Lou Group includes several Tu Lou, such as Shenlong Lou, Kengmei Lou and Five Blessingg Lou. Each tulou has its unique architectural style and historical background, which shows the diversity of Yongding tulou.

Jingguan Tulou Group is located in a scenic country with beautiful natural scenery around it. You can stroll here and enjoy the tranquility of nature and the magnificence of earth buildings. Don't forget to take photos as a souvenir and record the time you spent in this unforgettable place.

Third stop: dinner and end

6. Try the specialties of Tulou.

In the evening, you can go back to Yongding Town and taste Tulou specialties in the local restaurant. The dishes here are usually mainly fresh agricultural products, which are famous for their local flavor and unique cooking methods. You can try some classic tulou dishes, such as tulou rice, tulou sauce duck, tulou bean curd and so on. Satisfy your taste buds.

7. End the day trip

As night falls, your one-day tour of Yongding Tulou is coming to an end. You can choose to go back to the starting point, or spend the night in a hotel near Yongding Town to explore this unique place more deeply. No matter which way you choose to end your day trip, you will leave with good memories and deep impressions of Yongding Tulou.

Additional hint

For a one-day tour of Yongding Tulou, it is recommended to wear light and comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes to walk between Tulou.

As there may be some high-lying tulou in Yongding Tulou District, it is suggested to bring a bottle of water and some snacks for emergencies.

Please respect the local tulou culture and customs, and don't touch or damage the tulou structure at will.

When visiting tulou, you can choose to buy some handicrafts and souvenirs with tulou characteristics as souvenirs or gifts.

Personal experience: it is recommended to know the relevant information of the scenic spot in advance, such as ticket price and opening hours, so as to arrange the trip reasonably. It is recommended to bring photographic equipment such as cameras and mobile phones to record good travel time. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes in order to walk and visit freely in the scenic spot.