Yongding Tulou originated in the Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is a traditional residence of Hakka people in Fujian. Because of the dangerous local terrain, in order to defend against 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 earth building

The architectural style is unique: Yongding earth building adopts a round or square building structure, with rammed earth or mud bricks as walls and tiles covering the 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.

The cultural connotation is rich: Yongding Tulou is the crystallization of Hakka culture, reflecting 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.

II. Traffic Guide

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

By plane: from major cities in China, you can fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport or Fuzhou Changle International Airport, and then transfer to Yongding by bus.

train: take the train to Longyan station or Meizhou station, and then transfer to the bus to Yongding.

self-driving: take expressway to Xiamen or Fuzhou, and then transfer to the national and provincial roads in Yongding county.

Third, the recommended route

First stop: Depart in the morning

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

1. Go to Yongding

Leave early in the morning and go to Yongding County. You can choose to drive, charter or take public transportation, and choose the most convenient transportation mode according to the different starting points. Yongding County is about 221 kilometers away from Fuzhou and 241 kilometers away from Xiamen. It takes about 3-4 hours by car.

2. Gaobei Tulou Group

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

In Gaobei Tulou Group, you can stroll among 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 delicious food in Yongding Town. Yongding Tulou area is famous for its delicious farm dishes, especially fresh vegetables, local chickens and ducks and delicious soups. In local restaurants or food stalls, you can try all kinds of local delicacies to satisfy your taste buds.

second stop: explore in the afternoon

4. tianluokeng tulou group

after lunch, continue your tulou tour and go to tianluokeng tulou group. This is another famous scenic spot in Yongding Tulou Group, and it is also a UNESCO world cultural heritage. Tianluokeng tulou group includes several tulou, such as 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 reflects different cultural and historical heritage. Stroll among these ancient earth buildings and feel the precipitation of history and the charm of architecture.

5. Igawa Tulou Group

Next, you can go to Igawa Tulou Group, which is another important scenic spot in Yongding Tulou Group. The Jingguan Earth Building Group includes several earth buildings, such as Shenlong Building, Kengmei Building and Five Blessingg Building. Each tulou has its unique architectural style and historical background, which shows the diversity of Yongding tulou.

the well-Sichuan tulou group is located in pleasant rural scenery and surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. 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 your time in this unforgettable place.

the third stop: dinner and ending

6. Taste the special dishes of Tulou

In the evening, you can return to Yongding Town and taste the special dishes of Tulou in the local restaurant. The dishes here are usually mainly fresh agricultural products and 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, etc., to satisfy your taste buds.

7. End the day tour

As night falls, your day tour of Yongding Tulou is coming to an end. You can choose to return 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 tips

during the one-day tour of Yongding tulou, it is recommended to wear light and comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes so as to walk between tulou.

As there may be some earth buildings with higher terrain in Yongding Earth Building area, 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 tulou structure at will.

when visiting tulou, you can choose to buy some handicrafts and souvenirs with tulou characteristics as souvenirs or as 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 itinerary reasonably. It is recommended to bring camera and mobile phone and other photographic equipment to record the wonderful travel time. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes in order to walk and visit freely in the scenic spot.