Chaozhou, an ancient city located in the southeast of Guangdong Province, China, has rich historical and cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery.

As one of the most important hometowns of overseas Chinese in China, Chaozhou has a unique hometown culture of overseas Chinese, attracting thousands of tourists to come and explore their roots.

This guide will introduce you to the popular attractions in Chaozhou City in detail and help you appreciate the charm of this ancient city.

1. Transportation 1. Airplane: The most convenient way to travel to Chaozhou is to take a plane. Depart from Baiyun Airport in Guangzhou or Shenzhen and take a plane to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport.

After arrival, depart from the airport to Chaozhou city center.

Taking a taxi or booking a chartered car are both good options.

2. High-speed rail: If you want to experience the speed and comfort of China's high-speed trains, you can choose to take the high-speed rail from Guangzhou or Shenzhen to Chaozhou Station.

From Chaozhou Station to the city, you can choose to take a bus or a taxi.

3. Self-driving tour: If you want to explore the surrounding areas of Chaozhou more freely, you can choose to rent a car.

Take the expressway to the Chaoshan Corridor or Chaozhou City, and then drive to the scenic spots by yourself according to the tour route.

2. Accommodation There are many high-end hotels and budget hotels in Chaozhou urban area. You can choose suitable accommodation according to your own budget and needs.

If you want to experience the local B&B culture, you can choose to stay in B&Bs such as Kangyili and Laowu Shiguang to experience the unique charm that is different from ordinary hotels.

3. Food 1. Chaozhou cuisine: As one of China’s four famous dishes, Chaozhou cuisine’s exquisite and delicate taste has attracted the attention of foodies across the country.

Recommended Teochew dishes include steamed shrimp dumplings, crystal abalone dumplings, white-cut chicken, roasted suckling pig, etc.

2. Chaozhou snacks: There are many types of Chaozhou snacks, the most popular of which include Chaoshan beef balls, Chaoshan beef noodles, sand tea noodles, etc.

4. Recommended attractions 1. Chaozhou Ancient City This is the first must-visit attraction. There are archways, many snacks and delicacies, and B&B teahouses; Guangji Ancient Building and Guangji Bridge are just across the street. The ticket for Guangji Bridge is 20 yuan.

It also has a name called Xiangzi Bridge.

2. Kaiyuan Temple Kaiyuan Temple, hidden deep in the ancient city, is the most famous Buddhist temple in Chaozhou.

The incense is flourishing here and the ancient trees are towering, giving people a sense of peace and tranquility.

Walking into the Mahavira Hall and looking at the gleaming golden Buddha statue, the troubles and sorrows in my heart seemed to disappear instantly.

When traveling to the ancient city of Chaozhou, Kaiyuan Temple is an indispensable attraction.

The location is in the center of the ancient city and no tickets are required.

3. Hanwengong Temple Hanwengong Temple is located at the foot of Bijia Mountain in the east of Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province. Hanwengong Temple was first built in the second year of Xianping in the Northern Song Dynasty. It is the earliest existing temple in China commemorating Han Yu, a writer of the Tang Dynasty.

It is backed by Hanshan Mountain and faces Hanjiang River.

The overall architectural style is like a splash-ink landscape painting, and the photos taken also feel like they have their own filters.

4. Danfuyuan is located at the foot of Yanfeng Mountain. Danfuyuan has an antique charm. It sits east to west, surrounded by mountains and rivers. It welcomes the morning sun in the morning and waits for the sunset in the evening. In front of it is the green Xia Lake, which has a kind of tranquility like a Jiangnan water town.

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This requires a ticket of 40 yuan.

5. The Qinglong Ancient Temple is located on the south embankment at the west end of the Hanjiang Bridge in Chaozhou City. The temple gate faces eastward and faces the Hanjiang River. It is also called the Anji Temple, and Chaozhou people call it the "Grand Master's Palace".

I found that there are many temples in Chaozhou. We saw this temple on the road and ran in to pay our respects.

The incense is very strong, the Chinese New Year is coming, and there is a strong smell of human fireworks. It is a very down-to-earth ancient temple.

6. Kaiyuan Temple Taifo Hall Although this temple is also called Kaiyuan Temple, they are located in different places.

Taifo Hall is located on the east side of Hanjiang Bridge, opposite Huiru Park.

Many girls come here to take Thai photos, which is very exciting.

7. Longhu Ancient Village is located next to the embankment road in Longhu Town, Chao'an District. It is a relatively antique place.

Chaozhou people like to hang up red lanterns, which creates a festive and lively atmosphere.

8. Zaiyang Teahouse is a teahouse not to be missed in the ancient city of Chaozhou. It has an architectural style from the Republic of China. You can enjoy the Chaozhou opera while drinking duck shit, so you can have half a day of leisure.

5. Travel Tips When visiting Chaozhou, there are a few things you need to pay attention to: 1. Pay attention to the climate: Chaozhou has a humid climate, with hot and rainy summers and relatively warm winters.

Visitors should choose appropriate clothing according to the season.

2. Respect local customs: When visiting ancient buildings and temples, you should respect local religious beliefs and customs, and abide by relevant regulations and taboos.

3. Try local food: Chaozhou’s food culture is rich and diverse. It is recommended that tourists try local specialties to enrich their taste bud experience during the trip.

4. Pay attention to safety: When visiting scenic spots, take good care of your personal belongings to avoid unnecessary trouble.

Personal experience: It is recommended to know the relevant information of the scenic spot in advance, such as ticket prices, opening hours, etc., in order to arrange the itinerary reasonably.

It is recommended to bring photo equipment such as cameras and mobile phones to record the wonderful travel time.

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes to walk and visit freely within the scenic area.