2025 Pingyuan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

#OverseasTravel #Guangzhou #GuangzhouTravel One year I went to Meizhou to visit relatives, chartered a car to Meizhou's famous attraction Wuzhishi, from the city, took two or so hours to finally reach Wuzhishi Scenic Area. From a distance, the mountain of Five Fingers could be seen towering in the valley. Unfortunately, the weather was unfavorable and it was overcast all day, but it didn't stop us from seeing its majesty. It is named five-fingered stone because it is arranged in a form that is extremely similar to when a person’s five fingers are spread apart. And every big stone has a patched slit in the middle, we went to visit a line of sky and grind the belly seam. The canyon between the stone seams was so narrow that one could only walk through it, and it was as thrilling and exciting as falling off a cliff. There is also a high-altitude glass canyon, vertical height of more than 200 meters really a little feed high can not do 😂😂 **The first photo used computer effect, five-finger stone with blue sky and white clouds is much more beautiful🤪

During the summer Dragon Boat Festival, the emerald waters of Songxi River stretch like silk amidst the peaks, with ripples shimmering like scattered gold, gently ruffled by the morning breeze. On both banks, lush green hills rise and fall, while steep cliffs drape with curtains of vines. Occasionally, a white egret breaks the reflection, its wingtip leaving a fleeting silver trail that the flowing water quickly mends. A few kingfishers chirp, their calls colliding with the misty cliffs, shattering into crystalline echoes. Visitors stroll along the wooden boardwalk, their sachets and tassels fluttering like colorful butterflies. Some squat by the river steps, scooping up the cool water to cleanse the leaves of rice dumplings. The deep green leaves against the reddish-brown rocks resemble a meticulous painting sprung to life from a landscape scroll.

📅 Itinerary Day 1: Hong Kong》Meizhou West Station (11:49-13:59) Afternoon Tea: Daydream Blue Cafe Attraction 1: Dongshan Academy Attraction 2: China Hakka Museum Dinner: Weilongwu Star Garden Restaurant Accommodation: Meizhu Cultural and Creative Hotel (Meijiang District Keduhui Commercial and Cultural Plaza Branch) Recreation: Marriott Wellness Club Day 2: eHi Car Rental (Self-service Car Pickup) Breakfast: Xieji Fish Head Noodles (Jiaying East Road) Attraction 1: Pankeng Waterfall Lunch: Zizai Xiaoyuan Coconut Chicken Hotpot (Pankeng Scenic Area Store) Attraction 2: Hakka Town Scenic Area Afternoon Tea: Jiangbei Old Street Dinner + entertainment: Marriott Wellness Center Accommodation: Meizhu Cultural and Creative Hotel (Meijiang District Keduhui Commercial and Cultural Plaza Branch) Day 3: Breakfast: Qinyan Shaomai Attractions: Nantai Wofoshan Scenic Area Dinner: Meizhou's popular restaurant Zhimulou Accommodation: Meizhou Yannanshanju B&B Day 4: Breakfast: B&B Attraction 1: Lingguang Temple Tourist Area Lunch: Fuxingge Cuisine Attraction 2: Songkou Ancient Town Dinner: Songkou Impression Hotel Restaurant Accommodation: Songkou Impression Hotel Day 5: Coffee shop: Spring Car Cafe Lunch: Dim Sum Legend·Cantonese Dim Sum (Meizhou Wanda Store) Meizhou West Station》Hong Kong 🏨 Accommodation recommendations Meizhou City: Meizhu Cultural and Creative Hotel (Meijiang District Keduhui Commercial and Cultural Plaza Branch) Lingguang Temple: Meizhou Yannan Mountain Homestay Songkou: Songkou Impression Hotel 🍴 Food recommendations Daydream Blue Cafe: high-quality coffee and cakes, memorable Weilongwu Xingyuan Restaurant: You can visit Hakka-style buildings and taste Hakka cuisine Xieji Fish Head Rice Noodles: Real ingredients, sweet and fragrant fish soup, highly recommended Meizhou's popular restaurant Zhimulou: the food is high quality and even more memorable It is homemade maltose grapefruit peel 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 #Meizhou Attractions #Hakka Cuisine

This homestay is located near the tourist center of Nantai Wofo Mountain Scenic Area on Y261 in Dazhe Town, Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province. Its geographical location is superb, making it an ideal place to stay when visiting Nantai Wofo Mountain. Stepping into Nanshe Homestay feels like being gently embraced by nature. The magnificent scenery of Nantai Wofo Mountain surrounds the homestay. The naturally formed giant reclining Buddha lies quietly, guarding this land and inspiring reverence and peace in visitors' hearts. The rooms at Nanshe Homestay are thoughtfully designed, each one arranged with warmth and elegance. The decoration style combines local cultural characteristics with modern comfort elements. The rooms are fully equipped with soft, comfortable beds and skin-friendly, breathable bedding. The lighting is excellent, with sunlight streaming through the windows during the day, making the entire room bright and warm. Moreover, all rooms offer great views - whether mountain-facing or garden-facing, allowing guests to fully enjoy nature's gifts. At Nanshe Homestay, you can also taste authentic local cuisine. Most ingredients are sourced from nearby farmers, fresh and natural. Dishes made with locally free-range poultry are tender and flavorful, and various fresh vegetables retain their natural sweetness with simple cooking methods. For breakfast, a steaming bowl of Hakka-style rice noodle soup is truly unforgettable. Since the homestay is located near the scenic area, exploring is particularly convenient. During the day, you can easily visit Nantai Wofo Mountain Scenic Area to discover unusual rocks and caves, appreciate the unique charm of "Eight Scenic Spots of Nantai," and experience its mysterious legends. When tired, you can return to the homestay to rest and relax in the courtyard. In the evening, you can take a stroll around the area, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the countryside night.

The Five Fingers Yuemei Hot Spring Hotel is located within the Five Fingers Stone Scenic Area, allowing you to embrace nature right outside your doorstep. The address is No. 2, Shanji Avenue, Chagan Town, Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province, and it's super easy to find. The hotel offers convenient access to the Five Fingers Stone Scenic Area. In the morning, you can head to Area B and take the cable car on a wondrous journey, passing by Shilin Temple and the plum blossom forest, making a stop at the Clever Spring to soak up some positive energy, and then challenging yourself with the thrilling Modufeng (Belly-Grinding Crevice) and Yixiantian (A Thread of Sky). Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Hakka Kitchen near the scenic area. In the afternoon, visit Tiandao in Area A to admire the breathtaking natural wonders. After a day of fun, return to the hotel and unwind in the hot springs. On the second day, you can visit the Shangju Acacia Valley Scenic Area, where you'll find a pristine acacia and red bean forest, cascading waterfalls, and a tranquil, otherworldly atmosphere. Afterward, head to the Nantai Reclining Buddha Mountain Scenic Area and check out popular attractions like the Cloud Ladder Glass Walkway and the Sky Mirror. The self-driving package is a great deal. Come to the Five Fingers Yuemei Hot Spring Hotel and embark on a comfortable and fun vacation!

Wuzhishi Scenic Area (AAAA) is located in Chagan Town, 57 km north of Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province, at the junction of Guangdong, Jiangxi, and Fujian provinces. It is a famous Danxia landform tourist destination in eastern Guangdong. The scenic area covers 13.6 square kilometers and includes the Wuzhishi Core Leisure Area, the High-altitude Walkway Sightseeing Area (accessible by sightseeing bus), and the Glass Walkway (accessible by cable car). Wuzhishi is mainly composed of Baoding Stone (thumb), Luohan Stone (index finger), Tianzhu Stone (middle finger), Jianglong Stone (ring finger), and Baogai Stone (little finger), which resemble five fingers. The scenic area is home to original ecological landscapes such as "Danxia landform, forest ecology, cultural relics, and walkway wonders," as well as "strange stones, strange cracks, strange vines, strange trees, and strange caves," and is characterized by majesty, danger, uniqueness, beauty, seclusion, and antiquity. Meizhou's only geological museum is located in Wuzhishi Scenic Area. Unfortunately, it was closed when we visited, which was a bit of a shame! If you plan to visit Wuzhishi Scenic Area, we recommend purchasing the "Wuzhi Yue Mei Hot Spring Resort + Double Wuzhishi Scenic Area Pass (including sightseeing bus and cable car) Package" on Trip.com. When we bought it (Feb 21–22, 2023), it was only ¥382 (including 3 breakfasts), and it's not much more expensive now. It's really cheap! The adult package for Wuzhishi Scenic Area is ¥145, so two tickets would be ¥290. The hotel is located at No. 2, Shanji Avenue, Chagan Town, very close to Wuzhishi Scenic Area. We walked from the hotel to Wuzhishi Scenic Area. Even now (2025), there are still different discount packages available on Trip.com.

Meizhou Wuzhi Mountain, a secret place that will make your heart flutter! Standing on the top of the mountain, you feel like you can touch the clouds, and every breath is a gift from nature. Come here and feel the tranquility and magnificence. At the foot of Wuzhi Mountain, the greenery is full, and every step is a scenery. Bring your camera and capture the beauty of spring. Don't hesitate, come here and check in! Want to see the sea of clouds and sunrise? Meizhou Wuzhi Mountain is the right place! The first ray of sunshine in the morning penetrates the clouds and illuminates the entire valley. At that moment, you will feel that everything is worth it. There should always be a trip that you can take at any time, and a mountain that you can climb at any time. Meizhou Wuzhi Mountain is waiting for you to conquer! When you reach the top, you will feel an unprecedented sense of accomplishment.

Don't hesitate! The Longyan to Meizhou route is a hidden gem for tourists. Here's a detailed 2-day itinerary to make your exploration trip as rich as possible! / 🌐🔮Route Overview: Day 1: Liangye Mountain A touch of green in a modern city, today we will explore the natural scenery of Liangye Mountain. Day 2: Wuzhishi Mountain in Meizhou No matter how lively a city is, it cannot hide the wonders of the world. Today we will visit Wuzhishi Mountain in Meizhou to experience a different kind of scenery. / Must-visit Attractions: 📍Wuzhishi Mountain in Meizhou⭐⭐⭐ Address: Jiafeng Village, Chagan Town, Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province Opening Hours: 08:00–17:00 Recommended Visit Duration: 1 day The forest of strange rocks and the cliffside glass walkway at Wuzhishi Mountain in Pingyuan are amazing. 👍 The road is winding and rugged, and you can enjoy the thrill of the journey and the close contact with nature. 📍Liangye Mountain⭐⭐⭐ Address: Donggang Village, Chengxiang Town, Wuping County, Longyan City, Fujian Province Opening Hours: 08:00–18:00 Recommended Visit Duration: 3–4 hours Liangye Mountain is an ideal place for ecological exploration with its strange mountains and rocks. 👏 The scenery is breathtaking, like a paradise that makes people yearn for it. / Tips: 1. 🍀 Customs: The people of Longyan and Meizhou are warm and friendly. Remember to bring a smile and a little enthusiasm to learn their local language so you can experience the local culture more deeply! 2. 📸 Photo Spots: Don't miss the local photo spots, such as the ancient Luocheng in Liancheng, Longyan City, and the Hakka Weilong House in Meizhou City. If you want to take Instagram-worthy photos, don't miss them! 3. ✈️ Airport Transportation: We recommend taking the subway from the airport to the city center, which is economical and convenient. Renting a car is also a good option, as it makes it easier to plan your itinerary! 4. 🌤️ November Weather: The weather in Longyan and Meizhou in November is pleasant, but it may be a little cool in the morning and evening. Bring a down jacket so you don't have to worry about the temperature! / I sincerely hope my travel guide will bring you lots of laughter and memories on your trip to Longyan and Meizhou! Follow me for more exciting guides~😉

Meizhou is more than two hours away by train It is an ideal destination for a two-day and one-night weekend trip. This time we came to Pingyuan County, Meizhou Popular places to visit in Pingyuan County, Meizhou Then Nantai Wofo Mountain is definitely a must⛰️ Unique Danxia landform and reclining Buddha Let everyone who comes here be amazed by its beauty 📷Recommended check-in ✔️Glass plank road: The first check-in point is the glass plank road, which is built around the steep mountain. Walking on the glass plank road, there is a deep abyss under your feet and a cool mountain breeze facing you. It is very thrilling. ✔️Monkey King Stone: The steep rock looks like the Monkey King’s face. Legend has it that it is the incarnation of the Monkey King left here after he defeated demons. There is also a tight hoop on the mountain. You can take pictures of the Monkey King Stone from the entrance of the glass plank road🪨 ✔️Sky Mirror: A large piece of glass is laid out flat, and the blue sky and white clouds are reflected on the mirror surface. It’s so fun to take photos! There is also a "Bird's Nest" photo spot here, remember to take more photos when you go there ✔️Golden Summit Buddha's Hand: The huge golden Buddha's hand extends out of the cliff, against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, it is spectacular! Standing on the Buddha's hand, you can also overlook the Pingyuan scenery. ⚠️ Remember to pay attention to safety when taking photos. ⚠️Game Tips ⭕️You can walk to several check-in spots 🚶 or take a sightseeing bus 🚌. It’s not far and you won’t feel tired. ⭕️The Glass Plank Road and Sky Mirror are arranged by the scenic spot and shoe covers must be worn throughout the journey ⭕️Be careful when climbing the Buddha's Hand. People who are afraid of heights are advised not to go up

It's the season for oranges to ripen again. Who doesn't love this sweet and sour fruit full of vitamin C? Everyone knows about the navel oranges from Xinfeng, Jiangxi, but there is also an orange town in Meizhou, Guangdong: Pingyuan. With its unique natural conditions, Pingyuan provides an ideal environment for the growth of navel oranges. Warm sunshine, abundant rainfall, and fertile soil together nurture the excellent quality of Pingyuan navel oranges. Pingyuan navel oranges have golden peels, as if they have absorbed plenty of sunshine. When you gently peel off the skin, a rich fruity aroma fills the air. The plump and juicy flesh is crystal clear. Take a bite, and the fresh flesh bursts in your mouth. The sweet and sour juice instantly fills your mouth, and the perfect balance of sweetness and sourness leaves you wanting more. 🍊 Learn the Story of Navel Oranges Speaking of Pingyuan navel oranges, they have a long history, having weathered storms for 20 years and becoming increasingly well-known. At the Meizhou Feilong Fruit Industry Co., Ltd. Modern Agricultural Industrial Park, you can visit the entire navel orange processing production line and learn about the past and present of Pingyuan navel oranges. In addition to being directly sold to various places, Pingyuan navel oranges can also be juiced or processed into various products, providing an ultimate taste experience. ✂️ Experience the Joy of Picking Every time navel oranges ripen, the orchards in Pingyuan are filled with the joy of harvest. The beautiful scenery of mountains and fields full of fruits is truly breathtaking. If you want to experience the joy of picking, you can go to various navel orange picking spots. Fresh oranges picked by yourself taste especially sweet! 🎉 Navel Orange Harvest Ceremony Today, Pingyuan navel oranges are a beautiful business card for Pingyuan and a sweet gift from nature to humanity. Since the first Navel Orange Festival was held in 2005, Pingyuan County has successfully held the 20th festival centered around the navel orange industry, including the one on November 23, which gets grander every year. With the increasing popularity of "Pingyuan Oranges," more and more people are paying attention to the Pingyuan Navel Orange Festival. The county people's square, where the event is held, is filled with singing and dancing, and a sea of people, making it super lively. In addition to the abundance of oranges, there are also many Pingyuan specialty agricultural products on site, with a wide variety and beautiful colors, conquering countless taste buds and being very popular.

🌿Explore Wuzhishan Mountain in Meizhou, Guangdong｜Natural oxygen bar, away from the hustle and bustle🏞️ 💼Role: Adventurer🏃‍♀️ + Cultural observer🔍 ⛱Must-have items: Comfortable hiking shoes🍀, waterproof backpack🥾, map🤔, small bottle of water💧, portable tripod 📸 (for panoramic shots), sunscreen🕯️, and a simple lunch😌 🚩Overview of the itinerary: Day 1 - Visit Hakka Weilong House and Wuzhifeng Scenic Area; Day 2 - Hiking on Wuzhishi Trail, outdoor barbecue, and return💕 🌄Memories of Day 1✨: On a sunny and warm spring afternoon, we excitedly headed to Wuzhishi Scenic Area in Pingyuan County, Meizhou. As we got closer, the mountain surrounded by trees gradually revealed its beauty. Entering the mountain, the air was so fresh that it seemed to be filtered, and every breath was refreshing👍 In the evening, we chose a quiet farmhouse to stay. At dinner, we tasted the local specialties - stuffed tofu and braised pork with preserved vegetables, which were delicious😍 The first day's adventure ended in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. 🐲Excitement and challenge on Day 2🥊: The sky was blue and cloudless in the morning, which was a good time for outdoor activities🌤️ Our team started the hiking journey of Wuzhishi. Climbing up the winding path, we could see the strangely shaped rocks forming many amazing natural landscapes🌁 The most exciting moment was when we reached the top and saw the rolling mountains in the distance, which was as beautiful as a painting🖼️ We couldn't help but take a group photo😎 As night fell, we held a small bonfire party on the top of the mountain, sharing stories and laughter under the starry sky☀️ Overall, this trip to Wuzhishan Mountain was an unforgettable journey of relaxation, and both the natural scenery and cultural connotation brought new colors to our lives. We hope to have more opportunities to explore and discover such beautiful places in the future!✌️

🌈About: Shangju Xiangsi Valley is a 60-square-kilometer AAA scenic area. With a forest coverage rate of 95%, it is the largest evergreen broad-leaved forest area at the junction of Guangdong, Fujian, and Jiangxi provinces, known as the "green heart" of Pingyuan. The scenic area has rivers, forests, canyons, waterfalls, villages, farmland, red beans, and other natural and cultural resources, with many unique landscapes such as red bean forests, waterfalls, and canyons. Its unique natural scenery and cultural landscape attract many tourists. However, the scenic area is currently closed. If you plan to visit, we recommend checking the latest updates before you go. 🏞Route: 👍First stop – Baizhang Waterfall: After entering the scenic area, you will first come to Baizhang Waterfall. Baizhang Waterfall is tall and majestic, with a width of 40 meters and a height of 60 meters. The water falls with a roar, echoing through the valley. It is a spectacular sight. You can stop here to admire the waterfall and take photos. 👍Second stop – Xiangsi Waterfall: Continue down from Baizhang Waterfall to reach Xiangsi Waterfall. Xiangsi Waterfall is smaller and more delicate than Baizhang Waterfall, like a graceful fairy. The bamboo branches are slanted, and the spring water flows like a veil, making it an elegant place to take photos. 👍Third stop – Tian Waterfall: Pass the viewing platform to see Tian Waterfall in the distance. Tian Waterfall is 68 meters high and 20 meters wide. When you get closer, you can feel its grandeur and the cool spray. If you have the energy, you can also try sliding on a raft and enjoy the waterfall from the raft. 👍Fourth stop – Forest Hiking: The scenic area is densely forested, with a forest coverage rate of 95%, making it a natural oxygen bar. Walk along the forest trails, breathe the fresh air, enjoy the natural scenery along the way, and learn some plant science knowledge. 🍲Food: There are some farmhouses in the scenic area where you can taste local specialties, such as red fungus tofu, Cha Gan roasted duck, Ganoderma lucidum chicken soup, whole pig soup, and salt-baked chicken. These delicacies are made with local ingredients and have a unique taste worth trying. 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to "Shangju Hakka Xiangsi Valley Scenic Area". There is a parking lot near the scenic area. 📌Note: There may be mist near the waterfall, so be sure to protect your electronic devices from moisture.

Meizhou Wuzhishi is located in Pingyuan County, Meizhou, and is divided into two scenic areas. The old scenic area has a round-trip cable car, and the new scenic area requires a sightseeing car. Tickets must be purchased with at least a sightseeing car because the two scenic areas are far apart. The cable car in the old scenic area can be skipped. If you don't buy it, you need to walk up the mountain, which is not very high. The cable car is not very far, and it is not worth the fare. Those with good physical strength can walk, but it is recommended to save energy, because you still need to climb the mountain in the new scenic area. The ticket package is very expensive, with a full-day ticket of CNY 150, including a cable car and a sightseeing car. The scenery is okay, not good or bad.

👍️Reason for recommendation: This place realizes my dream of retirement life, with mountains, water, fish, chickens, dogs, rice fields and vegetable gardens. These are all original photos without filters. It’s just that Android phones don’t have the Live photo function. I really like this kind of natural beauty. Location: 📅Travel guide: The waterfall in Rudi Village, Pingyuan County, Meizhou, Guangdong, has beautiful scenery along the way. You can drive directly to the resort to play in the water, hike, and take photos. There is Nantai Wofo Mountain Scenic Area nearby.

During our travels, we seek not only the scenery but also ourselves. Every hike is a profound dialogue with the soul. 📍Detailed Address: Meizhou City, Pingyuan County, Chagan Town, Jiafeng Village 🚉Transportation Strategy: Self-driving: Depart from Meizhou City and navigate to 'Meizhou Wuzhishan Scenic Area', the whole journey is about 100 kilometers, taking about 1.5 hours. High-speed train: Depart from Meizhou West Station, you can choose hitchhiking, the cost is about 100 yuan, and the travel time is about 1.5 hours. Ticket🎫: Package price: 145 yuan/person, including admission, round-trip cable car, and sightseeing car. Additional costs: Glass bridge shoe cover fee is 5 yuan, parking fee is 10 yuan. 🌟Highlights: A Zone Wuzhishan: The high-altitude plank road wraps around the waist of the mountain, with a total length of about 3 kilometers, providing a 360-degree natural landscape perspective. B Zone Empress Valley: Includes Smart Spring, One-Line Sky, Glass Plank Road, etc., with lush trees, relatively cool, suitable for afternoon visits. 📝Tips: Tour order: It is recommended to visit Zone A in the morning to avoid direct sunlight in the afternoon, and then go to Zone B in the afternoon. Dining: There are few restaurants near the scenic area, it is recommended to bring your own food or dine in the county town. Return trip: Non-self-driving tourists should pay attention to the return transportation, which may need to be arranged in advance or negotiated with the driver.

Pingyuan Provincial Scenic Area Wuzhishi is located in Chagan Town, Pingyuan County, at the junction of Guangdong, Jiangxi, and Fujian provinces. It encompasses four major landscapes: 'ecology, cultural relics, natural wonders, and celestial phenomena,' characterized by grandeur, danger, uniqueness, beauty, tranquility, and antiquity. In 1992, it was designated as one of the 'Natural Tourist Landscapes' by the National Tourism Administration; in 1999, it was designated as a 'Provincial Tourist Attraction' by the Provincial Tourism Administration; in March of the same year, it was approved as a 'Provincial Scenic Area' by the Guangdong Provincial People's Government; and in September 2000, it was recognized as a 'Great Place for Leisure and Vacation in Guangdong Province' by the Provincial Tourism Administration.

The Big Buddha Temple is located in Fengchi Village, Pingyuan. It adopts the architectural style of Tang Dynasty temples and is built against the mountain. The total planned land area is 66,770 square meters and the total construction area is 18,495 square meters. The halls of the Big Buddha Temple have flying eaves and brackets, and each hall is higher than the other. All the halls and pavilions are connected by corridors. As long as you enter the temple gate, you can reach any place in the temple without being exposed to the sun on sunny days or walking on wet roads on rainy days. The Main Hall is majestic, 22 meters high, with a construction area of ​​1,960 square meters, and consists of 48 steps and 66 pillars. The four characters "Daxiong Hall" were written by Zhao Puchu, a Buddhist leader and calligrapher. In the center of the hall, there are three large gold-plated Buddha statues, namely Sakyamuni Buddha, Medicine Buddha and Amitabha Buddha. Each Buddha statue is 8.8 meters high. There are also Eighteen Arhats, Thousand-armed Guanyin and others enshrined inside. The Big Buddha Temple houses a large collection of calligraphy and paintings by famous people, and also enshrines the relics of Venerable Benhuan.

Baoshan Residence was the former home of Yao Yuping, facing southeast with the main body consisting of a three-hall, four-wing, and one-surrounding-dragon architectural structure. It features a front porch and a pond, with a well to the right. The main body spans 52 meters wide and 32 meters deep, covering a total area of 3,634 square meters, with 65 rooms and 7 halls of various sizes. There is a large pond in front of the house and a well on the right side. The Baoshan Residence is a typical Hakka surrounding-dragon house, with a stele and a brief introduction embedded on the outer wall to the right of the main gate. Baoshan Residence has one large and two small gates. The main gate has a wide porch with two square stone pillars supporting the beam and bracket. The porch beam frame is robust, with beautifully carved beams. Between the left and right beams stand a pair of wooden carved lions, exquisitely carved, gilded, and painted, lifelike. The main gate hangs the house name plaque 'Baoshan Residence', with a black lacquer base and large red characters. The three characters of 'Baoshan Residence' were inscribed by Hu Hanmin, a senior figure of the Republic of China. Yao Yuping once received an inscription from Mr. Sun Yat-sen, 'The great way is practiced, the world is for the public', with the salutation 'Comrade Yuping' and the signature 'Sun Wen' with a seal. This plaque and inscription seem to proclaim to the world the once prominent status of the house's owner. Inside the house, the main beams, doors, windows, and screens are carved and painted, and the walls at the entrance and the main hall are also painted with ink patterns, elegant in appearance. Around the main hall and the courtyard, there are 3-meter stone pillars, with eaves built of stone, sturdy and beautiful. The layout and furnishings of the hall are typical of Hakka residences, without much difference. The couplet in the hall reads 'Harmonious rain and wind celebrate together with heaven and man; equality and universal love are observed by all things and me', embedding the owner's name 'Yuping' and advocating equality, as well as expressing the wish for world peace, reflecting the spirit of Baoshan Residence. It is a key cultural relic protection unit of Guangdong Province. Yao Yuping (1882—September 19, 1974), originally named Shiyun, styled Yulong, and with the Dharma name Miaoyun, was born in Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province. He graduated from Lingdong National College and Guangdong Huangpu Army Accelerated School. He was a senior figure of the Republic of China, a general in the army, and the commander-in-chief of the Northern Expeditionary Army during the 1911 Revolution. He participated in planning the 1911 Huanghuagang Uprising in Guangzhou, later served as the commander-in-chief of the Northern Expeditionary Army, led the Northern Expedition to victory, and made significant contributions to the successful conclusion of the Xinhai Revolution, ending the feudal monarchy and establishing the Republic of China. He passed away in Guangzhou on September 19, 1974.

The Ru Lin Di residence was built by the Xie family's fifteenth generation, National Hero Guo Ying, during the Qing dynasty. It is a Hakka enclosed house with three halls, four lateral sections, and a surrounding dragon structure, featuring a grain terrace and a geomantic pond in front of the house, covering an area of about 1540 square meters. There are four gates at the front, with the main gate being concave-bellied, framed with stone, and inscribed with the three characters 'Ru Lin Di'. The interior beams are adorned with gilded wood carvings. Currently, the lateral sections of the enclosed house are largely damaged.

Zoufang Wen Temple is located at the entrance of Zoufang Village, Renju Town, Pingyuan County, Meizhou City. It was built in the ninth year of the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty (1794), initiated by the scholar Liu Qixian. Zoufang Wen Temple is a temple for literary worship, where private schools were set up during the Qing Dynasty, and ceremonies to worship heaven and earth were held in spring and autumn to pray for peace and good weather. During the Republic of China period, it served as an elementary school, as well as the office for Zou Huang Township and Zoufang Township. After the liberation, Zoufang Wen Temple was successively used as the office for Zou Huang Commune, Zoufang Brigade, Zoufang Management Area, and Zoufang Village Committee. In 1992, the temple underwent roof maintenance. From September 2002 to March 2003, comprehensive maintenance was carried out on the main building. The main body of Zoufang Wen Temple is a four-story pavilion-style structure with a hexagonal plan, each side measuring 8.92 meters long and 19.85 meters high, with a hip-and-gable roof and a mortise-and-tenon beam framework. The front of the main gate features nine levels of granite steps, with a platform below the steps. Zoufang Wen Temple was designed according to ancient Chinese theories of yin and yang, the five elements, and so on, for selecting the site and designing the building, integrating functions such as education, water town control, wind elimination, and worshiping heaven and earth. The architectural design fully reflects the building skills of the Qing Dynasty. It has high value for the study of ancient folk customs and ancestral hall architecture. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Guangdong Province.

Renju Ancient Village was once known as Haoju. In the 38th year of the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty (1559), a tribunal was established in the Haoju Linying Camp to suppress bandits, and additional troops were stationed and an earthen city was built. In the 41st year of the Jiajing era (1562), the earthen city was expanded, and Pingyuan County was established, with the county seat located here, later renamed Renju, meaning 'the dwelling of benevolent people'. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the main marketplace of Pingyuan County was set up on the street in front of the county, with Renju as the center, and roads extending in all directions. There are still several ancient roads such as Guanshui Pond, Xianning Street, and Old East Gate Street. For 390 years until 1952, it was the seat of Pingyuan County. In November 1929 and May 1930, during the war of resistance, the Fourth Red Army established a revolutionary government and was stationed in Pingyuan. To avoid the chaos of war, in 1945, the Guangdong Provincial Government relocated here. The village has many buildings that were constructed during the Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China, mainly Hakka enclosed dragon houses. There are 21 complete Hakka enclosed dragon houses, each covering an area of 1000-3000 square meters. The cultural ecology of the ancient village is well preserved, with residences, ancestral halls, shops, ancient trees, wells, alleys, and gate towers integrated into one, forming a cultural landscape with Hakka characteristics. There is one provincial-level cultural relics protection unit and four county-level cultural relics protection units; there are also historical buildings of high value such as the Wu House, the former site of the vaults of the four major banks of Guangdong Province during the war of resistance, Zhenwu Bridge, Scholar Bridge, the ruins of the ancient city wall, Han Family Ancestral Hall, Li Family Ancestral Hall, Yang Family Ancestral Hall, Lin Family Ancestral Hall, Xie House, Yang House, and Tu House.

The fortress was built during the Qing Dynasty's Tongzhi era (about 140 years ago) amidst the Taiping Rebellion by a wealthy local named Qiu Zhudang, funded by his own wealth. It was named Baozhu Fortress because the mountain was rich in stones and was historically known for producing a unique kind of earth. The fortress stretches approximately one kilometer, with walls about seven meters high. The walls are equipped with numerous lookout holes and there is also a large bastion. There is one gate on both the eastern and western sides. Inside the fortress, the facilities are well-established, including a building, a temple, and a spring pool. Currently, there is a path leading up to the fortress from the mountain base, but the bastion has been damaged.

The 'Xiaoshulu' House in Feilong Village was built in the 19th year of the Republic of China (1930) by the local Yan Yingyu. The house faces southeast from the northwest, consisting of two halls, two wings, and a surrounding dragon structure. It spans 48.55 meters in width and 65.54 meters in depth, covering an area of 3182.00 square meters. With a total of 35 rooms, 7 halls, and 4 living quarters, it is a typical Hakka enclosed dragon architecture. In the early days of liberation, it served as the venue for the Pingyuan County Committee of the Communist Party of China and the County Land Reform Committee. Yan Yingyu (1886--1951), from Renju Town, Pingyuan County, graduated from the artillery department of the Guangdong Army Accelerated School at the end of the Qing Dynasty. He participated in the Xinhai Revolution and held various military positions such as company commander, battalion commander, brigade commander, division commander, and acting army commander. In October 1934, during the secret talks between the representatives of the Red Army led by the Communist Party of China, He Changgong and Pan Hanyan, and the representatives of Chen Jitang's Nationalist forces in Luotang Town, Xunwu County, Jiangxi, Yan was responsible for security and reception. He played a significant role in facilitating the agreement between the two sides and allowing the Red Army's Long March to proceed. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Guangdong Province.

Qiongfang Wei was built at the end of the Ming Dynasty by Xie's fourth-generation ancestor, Qiong Gong, and was rebuilt in 2006. Facing east to west, it features a layout of three halls, four wings, and a surrounding dragon, with a depth of 33.689 meters, a width of 36.898 meters, covering an area of about 2321.42 square meters, and a construction area of about 1827 square meters. It consists of a foreign pond, the main gate, walls, the main hall, side houses, flower platforms, and surrounding dragons, forming a layout of three halls, three wings, and a surrounding dragon. The main gate has a granite frame and wooden panels. The structure is made of brick, wood, and stone, with gray tile surfaces. The main hall has a suspended gable roof, the side houses have a hipped gable roof, and the hall is spacious with symmetrical corridors on both sides, lower at the front and higher at the back, with a flat and wide flower platform. The exterior walls are made of rammed earth, and the interior walls are built with mud bricks, with rammed earth floors and wooden beam frames. In front of the house, there is a semi-circular pond, and there is a well on the east and southeast sides. The main body originally had a carved screen. After the 2007 renovation, the main body has been well preserved. The second wing on the south side was demolished and rebuilt in 2007. It is of high value for the study of Hakka Wei architecture and local cultural history. In December 2015, it was announced as the first batch of historical buildings in Meizhou City. In December 2021, it was recognized as the first batch of Meizhou City Hakka Wei Long House Protection List.

Built in the 29th year of the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (1903), it was renovated in 2009, and was constructed by the 20th generation ancestor of the Xie family, imitating the style of Gong Fangmei. The house faces south with its back to the north, featuring two halls and two wings, with a width of 29.67 meters and a depth of 14.17 meters, covering an area of 1028.60 square meters. The main body of the house has carved screens between the columns and the hall doors, decorated with flowers, birds, insects, fish, dragons, phoenixes, and immortal cranes, etc. The door frames, the edges of the skylights, and the steps of the eaves are all made of granite strips. In June 2011, it was announced as the fourth batch of cultural relics protection units in Pingyuan County.

Yongsheng Wei in Nantai Village was built by the Xie family during the Qing Dynasty. It is a Hakka enclosed house with three halls, three horizontal sections, a surrounding dragon, and eight courtyards. In front of the house, there is a paddy field and a geomantic pond. The building covers an area of about 2000 square meters, with four doors opening in the front. The main door is concave, with granite door frames and stone pillows. On both sides, there are wooden and stone pillars on stone bases. A wooden plaque reading 'Yongsheng Wei' hangs above the door lintel. Below in the hall, there are two stone pillars and wood carvings on the beam frame.

The Lingfeng Tower was built in the first year of the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty (1796 AD). According to the records on the Wan'an Bridge stele in Tantou Village from the nineteenth year of Jiaqing (1814), which include the route to the Lingfeng Tower and an analysis of the scenery, the construction of the tower could not have been later than the Jiaqing period. The tower has an octagonal plan, seven stories, and stands 35.5 meters tall. It is a pavilion-style brick tower with stairs folding up within the walls. The main entrance is located on the northwest side of the first floor, and each level features corbelled bricks and projecting eaves bricks to form eaves, with windows on each side of every floor. Visitors can ascend to the top floor via the staircase. Originally, there was a statue of Kuixing, the God of Examinations, on the second floor, but it has been destroyed. In 1985, the People's Government of Pingyuan County declared it a cultural relics protection unit. On November 18, 2008, it was announced by the People's Government of Guangdong Province as the fifth batch of Guangdong Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Units.

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