[2025 Heyuan Attraction] Travel Guide for Bijiashan Park (Updated Jul)

📍 Why Choose Bijia Mountain? 1. Ultimate Summer Retreat: The 208-meter grand waterfall creates a cooling mist that drops the temperature by 10℃; experience the thrilling 3.8km "Guangdong's No.1 Rafting" at Qinglong Gorge with a 130-meter vertical drop. 2. All-in-one Wilderness Fun: Qian Valley Creek trekking, forest karaoke, infinity mountain spring pool – perfect for families and couples. 3. Super Convenient Access: Just 1.5-hour drive from Guangzhou, with direct maglev shuttle to the scenic area (great for non-drivers). 💦 Must-Try Activities 1. Bijia Mountain Grand Waterfall - Highlights: Nine-tiered falls cascade like a silver river, featuring rainbow rotating bridges and water curtain caves. Best for photos after 2pm with softer light – wear bright colors. - Tips: Non-slip water shoes + waterproof jacket essential (extreme mist near falls). 2. Qinglong Gorge Rafting - Thrill Level: Features 12-meter vertical drops with continuous screams, includes water fights in calm zones (bring ¥3 water scoops). - Hours: Weekdays 14:00-15:00, weekends 13:30-15:30. No hot showers – bring hair dryer. 3. Qian Valley Creek Adventure - Route: 3.5km creek trek with suspension bridges and deep forest ziplines, ending at the waterfall with ultra-high negative ion levels. - Gear: Mosquito repellent + grippy shoes. Children require adult supervision. 4. Yuequan Valley Water Park - Family Favorite: 2,000㎡ infinity pool + pirate ship slides with crystal-clear mountain spring water. 🏡 Accommodation Tips - Bijia Mountain Forest Hotel: ¥398 package includes 1 night + breakfast + unlimited park access. Family rooms feature anti-fall tatami and cloud-sea view balconies. - Hidden Gems: Hillside wooden villas (e.g. Butterfly Valley B&B) with private hot springs + creek fishing – ideal secluded getaway. 🍗 Food Checklist - Must-eats: Qingyuan white-cut chicken ("Tianqiaodi Chicken Pot" recommended), mountain-slimmed fish, stream snails. - Scenic Dining: Yuejing Restaurant's neo-Chinese style, ¥50/person. Bamboo tray combos perfect for groups. 🚗 Sample Itinerary Day1: - AM: Qian Valley trek → Waterfall photos - PM: Qinglong rafting → Night pool/forest karaoke Day2: - AM: Maglev ride → Yuequan Valley water play - PM: Visit Gulong Gorge glass bridge en route home. ⚠️ Pro Tips - Tickets: Buy online combo (rafting+adventure ¥268) to save ¥40 vs. onsite. - Gear: Waterproof phone case, sun-protective clothing, change of clothes (essential for rafting). - Safety: Hold raft handles tightly – no standing. Some activities close during storms. ✨ Final Note Bijia Mountain's summer is a 23℃ fairyland – from roaring waterfalls to rafting splashes, every moment is a refreshing masterpiece! Save this guide to unlock your cool summer memories~

To promote Chaozhou's long-standing traditional ceramic craftsmanship and showcase decades of archaeological research on the Bijiashan Chaozhou Kiln Site—a protected cultural heritage unit—while facilitating the practical application of these findings, the Chaozhou Museum (Yuedong Archaeological Center) and the Guangdong Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology have jointly organized the special exhibition "Song Dynasty 'Chaozhou' Porcelain Tales: Archaeological Achievements of the Bijiashan Chaozhou Kiln Site" in celebration of the 2025 International Museum Day on May 18. "Song Dynasty 'Chaozhou' Porcelain Tales" marks the first comprehensive display of archaeological discoveries from the Bijiashan Chaozhou Kiln Site since the 1980s and the new millennium, with most exhibits being publicly revealed for the first time. These artifacts highlight the unique ceramic craftsmanship and products of Chaozhou kilns during their historical peak. 🏺 Exhibition Highlights 🏺 The exhibition is divided into six thematic sections: "Revival of Glazes," "Unearthing Porcelain with Hand Tools," "The Rise of a Hundred Kilns," "A Myriad of Vessels," "Shared Brilliance of Kiln Systems," and "Porcelain Sailing the Seas." These units trace the century-long exploration of the Bijiashan Kiln Site, offering a panoramic review of new archaeological discoveries in Chaozhou ceramics. They further elucidate Chaozhou's pivotal role in China's ceramic development and its cultural exchanges along the Maritime Silk Road. By bridging archaeology and public engagement, the exhibition brings these relics to life, integrating them into daily experiences and ensuring their legacy as a profound cultural heritage. ⏰ Exhibition Dates: Starting May 18, daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 📌 Venue: 2nd Floor, Temporary Exhibition Hall, Annex Building of Chaozhou Museum 🏺 Background: Bijiashan Kiln Site 🏺 A nationally protected cultural heritage site, the Bijiashan Kiln Site lies along the eastern bank of the Han River in Chaozhou, Guangdong, stretching four *li* from Hutou Mountain in the north to Yinzi Mountain in the south. Dubbed the "Hundred-Kiln Village" and historically known as the "Shuidong Kiln" or "White Porcelain Kiln," it thrived during the Tang and Song dynasties, earning the title "Ceramic Capital of Song Dynasty Guangdong." As a key export hub, its products—ranging from household items like bowls, plates, cups, and teapots to artistic pieces like vases, figurines, and toys—were traded globally. The kilns specialized in *yingqing* (shadow-blue) glaze, alongside green, white, yellow, and brown variants, characterized by their translucent, thin coatings and fine fish-scale crackles. Decorations primarily feature incised patterns, carvings, and openwork designs. 📌 Address: No. 189, Dongxing North Road, Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou City, Guangdong 🚗 Transportation Tips: From Chaoshan Station, take express buses K1/K2 to downtown. Taxis directly to the site cost ~¥20–30. From downtown, shared bikes/e-bikes take ~15–20 minutes from the ancient city center. #ChaozhouTravel #ChaozhouGuide #MustSeeExhibitions #PhotogenicExhibits

The sunrise at Penjia Mountain Park in Heyuan is so beautiful, and you can also enjoy a panoramic view of Heyuan City! We set off at 4:00 am yesterday and took a taxi with friends to Penjia Mountain Park in Heyuan, which is 7 km from the city center. It took about 20 minutes to reach the foot of the mountain. Along the way, there were not only me and my friends, but also many local people who were also going to watch the sunrise. We walked in the dark until dawn, which took a total of 1 hour and 30 minutes. We stopped and rested along the way, and it took 50 minutes to reach the top of the mountain, and 40 minutes to descend. The points we passed along the way were: Viewing platform - Xinfengjiang Hydropower Station - foot of the mountain ■ Penjia Mountain - Zhuanyuan's Pen - half mountain ■ summit - Wanlu Lake - mountaintop. Watching the sunrise at the top of the mountain, the scenery in front of you is the view of Heyuan City, and the river is the Xinfengjiang River in Heyuan, which is like a green ribbon running through the city. As the dawn gradually brightens and the clouds in the sky gradually become colorful, it is like watching the sky and clouds at dawn. Come here to climb the mountain and watch the sunrise. The sunrise is so gentle, and the world is warm. It's really worth the trip. We watched the sunrise at 6:30 am. For those who want to watch the sunrise at Penjia Mountain Park, here are some tips: 1. For those who are going there for the first time, please note that you can take a taxi and follow the navigation. Before reaching Penjia Mountain Park, the map will pass through the Xinfengjiang Dam Tourist Area. At the entrance, everyone can walk along the road and will not get lost. 2. If it is a cloudy day, it is not recommended to watch the sunrise. There are sand and gravel on the steps when climbing the mountain, but it does not affect the overall climbing progress. 3. There are many pavilions along the way for climbers to take a breath and rest. Because the climbing time is not long, in addition to mineral water and flashlights, friends can bring some snacks and mosquito repellent. 4. There are toilets at the starting point of Penjia Mountain Park. There are no toilets along the way. 5. Road conditions: mainly flat paths, the first section is mainly a wide road, you can bring your parents and children, the middle and later sections have some slopes and sharp turns. Overall, the sunrise scenery is good, and it is easy to climb the mountain. It is very worthwhile to come here to check in and take photos.