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Wuyishan National Park
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Wuyishan National Park

8.6
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Wuyishan National Park is located in the northern section of the Wuyishan mountain range in northwestern Fujian, stretching across the border area between Fujian and Jiangxi provinces. It is one of China's first established national parks, and Wuyishan itself was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for both culture and nature as early as 1999. The park was formed by integrating the former Wuyishan National Nature Reserve and Wuyishan Scenic Area: the Tongmu area in the north focuses on ecological conservation and scientific research, preserving a rare intact mid-subtropical forest ecosystem at this latitude. The main peak of the Wuyishan range, Mount Huanggang, is also located here, and this core area does not offer regular tourism activities. Sightseeing activities are concentrated in the scenic areas along both banks of the Nine-bend Stream, namely the four major sections: Tianyou Peak to Taoyuan Cave, Nine-bend Stream to Wuyi Palace, One-line Sky to Tiger Roaring Rock, and Dahongpao to Water Curtain Cave. The attractions in the scenic area are relatively scattered with considerable distance between them. A leisurely visit typically requires two to three days. If you only have one day, start by ascending Tianyou Peak for a panoramic view of the emerald waters and crimson mountains along the Nine-bend Stream, then take a bamboo raft downstream from Xingcun Wharf. Along the way, you'll pass landmarks like Jade Maiden Peak, Great King Peak, cliff inscriptions, and suspended boat coffins. The rafting journey ends at Wuyi Palace, making it an ideal classic route. Tea enthusiasts may prefer spending time on the leisurely Rock Bone Floral Trail between Dahongpao and Water Curtain Cave. This gentle path connects core Wuyi rock tea production areas like Liuxiangjian and Huiyuankeng, offering a uniquely fragrant experience. With two days, you can cover all four major sections. For more time, consider visiting the ancient tea merchants' residences in Xiamei Village, the starting point of the ancient Tea Horse Road, or exploring the ruins of the Minyue King's City near Chengcun Village—the latter also being part of Wuyishan's world heritage site. Bamboo rafting is very popular, so please make arrangements in advance during peak season. To get close to the ecological heart of the park, you can take the Wuyishan National Park No. 1 scenic route. Places like Moon Bay and Qinglong Waterfall are suitable for self-drive or private charter. As for food, street snacks like flat meat dumplings and Vietnamese noodles are common, while Langu smoked goose and local dishes cooked with alpine bamboo shoots and mushrooms are also worth trying.Wuyishan · 13.4 km from downtown
Jiuquxi Bamboo Rafting

Jiuquxi Bamboo Rafting

7.5
4.5/5
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The rafting is usually done on bamboo raft with wooden chairs for passengers to sit. Jiuquxi is the most popular tourist attraction in Wuyi Mountain. The river is located in the east of Wuyishan City and can be easily accessed by tour bus. There are other type of rafting available also, but they are not as common. The water of the river is usually very calm and perfect for taking in the scenes. Just remember purchase tickets from proper companies or agencies and to ride the rafts operated by reputable companies. With shallow draft and large buoyancy, visitors can enjoy a stable and comfortable ride with a wide field of vision.Wuyishan · 17 km from downtown
China Wuyi Tea Exhibition Garden

China Wuyi Tea Exhibition Garden

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China Wuyi Tea Exhibition Garden faces Great King Peak across the water and is a landscape garden themed around tea culture. The park is designed around the theme of "condensing the history of Wuyi tea and showcasing the charm of rock tea." It is divided into 5 sections: the landscape park, underground plaza, landscape performance viewing area, tea museum, and visitor service center, collectively showcasing the complete history of Wuyi tea from ancient times to the present across tens of thousands of square meters. The landscape park is the core area for sightseeing, containing sections such as the Tea Soul Plaza, History of Rock Tea, and Legends of Rare Tea. The landscape performance area features rotating seating and is the exclusive venue for the large-scale landscape performance "Impression Da Hong Pao." The entire park integrates landscape scenery with tea culture displays. Strolling through it, you can view Great King Peak in the distance, hear the sounds of Wuyi Mountain Nine-Bend Stream nearby, and read through the thousand-year history of Wuyi rock tea section by section.Wuyishan · 14.2 km from downtown
Wuyi Mountain Nine-Bend Stream
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Wuyi Mountain Nine-Bend Stream

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2.6k reviews
Wuyi Mountain Nine-bend Stream is located in the Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area. It is called 'Nine-bend' stream because the stream meanders and bends The stream twists and turns its way past Xingcun Village and into Wuyi Mountain, broken into nine sections, divided into nine bends. The primary means of touring is via rafting Nine-bend. Take a bamboo raft to enjoy the mountain view. Along the way, you can see such views as Dawang Peak, Yuting Peak, Lion Peak, Jade Peak, Xianbangyan and Xianguanyan. Wandering through the green hills and blue waters, add a little sunshine, there's nothing more comfortable.Wuyishan · 17.2 km from downtown
Sangu Resort
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Sangu Resort

5.5
5.0/5
11 reviews
Sangu Resort is a leisure resort area nestled between mountains and water, stretching along the Chongyang Stream. It is primarily characterized by its natural views, leisurely strolls, and vacation lifestyle. The area is lush with greenery and features open spaces along the stream, making it perfect for walking, cycling, and taking in the views along the Chongyang Stream promenade. As you stroll, you can enjoy the views created by the interplay of the stream, mountains, forests, and urban spaces, and experience a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere. The resort area also features various leisure amenities such as teahouses, restaurants, and accommodations, all with a distinct Wuyishan regional character. Taking a walk along the stream in the evening, as the surrounding lights come on, the environment becomes even more tranquil, making it perfect for a slow-paced, relaxing tour.Wuyishan · 13.6 km from downtown
Tianyou Peak
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Tianyou Peak

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1k reviews
Tianyou Peak is a Danxia rock peak towering among the surrounding peaks. The peak is steep and surrounded by streams on three sides. Climbing to the top, you can overlook the winding Wuyi Mountain Nine-Bend Stream, gaze at the layered peaks in the distance, and enjoy a vast view of the landscape where mountains and water meet. After rain or in the early morning, clouds and mist rise in the mountains, and the peaks appear and disappear in the sea of clouds, making them look even more profound and beautiful. This peak is divided into Upper Tianyou and Lower Tianyou. Yilan Pavilion is located at Upper Tianyou and is an important spot for viewing the landscape. Walking up the hiking trail, you will pass through different terrains such as stone steps, forests, and rock walls, where you can experience the steepness of the Danxia landform and the changes in natural vegetation along the way. After descending, walk along the Humajian area to see streams, waterfalls, and rock wall views. The stream water forms the Snowflake Spring near Miaogao Terrace. There are also many cliff inscriptions from various dynasties preserved along the stream, adding a cultural atmosphere to the mountain landscape. The overall tour is primarily characterized by hiking, sightseeing, enjoying the sea of clouds, and appreciating the natural landscape.Wuyishan · 14.4 km from downtown
Xiamei Ancient Residence
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Nanping

Xiamei Ancient Residence

5.3
4.0/5
554 reviews
Xiamei Ancient Residence is a well-preserved architectural complex of ancient Ming and Qing dynasty residences. During the Qing Dynasty, Xiamei flourished due to the tea trade. The Dangxi and Meixi streams connected within the village, providing convenient water transport, and ancient streets, wharves, and residences were distributed along the streams, forming a unique ancient village layout and leaving behind historical imprints related to the tea trade. Today, the village still preserves more than 30 ancient Qing dynasty residences. The buildings are scattered along both banks of the Dangxi stream, with blue-tiled flying eaves and fire-blocking walls reflecting in the water, presenting a simple and traditional village style. The ancient buildings within the village, such as the Zou Ancestral Hall, Zou Dafudi Mansion, Xishui Villa, Guixiu Tower, and Fang Shicanjun Mansion, each have their own unique characteristics. Many of these buildings retain exquisite brick, wood, and stone carvings, with detailed decorations on gate towers, window lattices, and brackets, and some halls still feature ancient plaques. Strolling slowly along the Dangxi stream, you can see pavilions, railings, and "beauty's benches" (meirenkao) along the banks, as well as traditional views like ancient streets and wells, with water lanes and ancient houses complementing each other. It is best to slow your pace while visiting to experience the spatial characteristics and historical charm of the ancient village through the architectural details and riverside views.Wuyishan · 9.8 km from downtown
Qinglong Waterfall
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Qinglong Waterfall

5.3
4.5/5
313 reviews
Qinglong Waterfall is located in the upper reaches of Jiuqu River in Wuyi Mountain. The waterfall is surrounded by lush plant life and old-growth emerald forests. The air is very fresh and clean. There are hundreds of nationally registered rare trees on both sides of the canyon, treating visitors to a beautiful landscape. Qinglong Waterfall is a combination of three large waterfalls. An enormous waterfall appears like a dragon flowing out of the canyon, pouring into the deep valley. It is truly a spectacular sight.Wuyishan · 27.6 km from downtown
Heping Ancient Town
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Heping Ancient Town

5.2
4.3/5
123 reviews
Located south of Shaowu City, Heping Ancient Town is one of the old towns of Fujian Province that boasts a long history. The former name of the place was "禾坪", which means "rice plains", also pronounced "Heping" but different from its present name "和平", which means "peace". The former name takes its significance after the flat terrain and rice production in the area. The old town features the renowned Heping Academy, five doctor's residences of the Li, Huang and Liao families, and nearly 100 classic building clusters of ancient residences from the Ming and Qing dynasties such as the Qishan Temple, Temple of the Ding Family, Sima Residence and so on.Shaowu · 27.6 km from downtown
Dahongpao Scenic Spot

Dahongpao Scenic Spot

5.1
4.6/5
520 reviews
Dahongpao Scenic Spot features the Dahongpao mother trees on the cliffs of Jiulongke and the Wuyi rock tea landscape. Several mother trees grow on the cliff face; they are hundreds of years old and serve as a representative tea culture landmark of the scenic spot. As for the name "Dahongpao," a local legend tells of a scholar who was helped by the tea and, after achieving success in the imperial examinations, draped his red robe over the trees in gratitude, adding a rich cultural layer to the site. The mother trees are no longer harvested for preservation, and visitors can follow the trail to the base of the cliff to view the tea trees and the surrounding rock landscape up close. Records indicate that the six mother trees are located on the steep cliffs of Jiulongke Canyon and have a long history. The trails within the scenic spot wind between Danxia cliffs and tea plantations, with rows of tea trees visible on both sides, offering an immersive look at the growing environment of Wuyi rock tea. Towering peaks and cliffs flank the Jiulongke valley, where rock faces, streams, and tea plantations intertwine to create a mountain tea plantation landscape characteristic of Wuyishan. The scenic spot also features mountain areas and rock peaks such as Liuxiang Stream, Wuyuan Stream, and Niulankeng. You can venture deep into the valley along the "Rock Bone Flower Fragrance" trail to experience the natural environment of the rock tea production area while sightseeing.Wuyishan · 12.3 km from downtown

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Wuyishan Classic Spots +Jiuquxi Bamboo Raft 1-Day Tour(Optional Impression Dahongpao Show)
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沈墨凡October 13, 2026
5.0
There's no excessive commercialization, and the bamboo raft boatmen are quite interesting and don't charge extra. A special shout-out to the "One Line Sky"! Having climbed countless "One Line Skys" across the country, only this one is truly authentic!! A place where you can calmly focus on the scenery, a truly peaceful and beautiful landscape.

Wuyishan National Park

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M19***50October 18, 2026
5.0
Wuyishan's mountains, rivers, and performances! We experienced them all in one day. The kids' favorite and most enjoyable experience was the bamboo rafting. It lasted an hour and a half and was very pleasant. There were nine different sections, and while enjoying the beautiful scenery and streams, the kids also got to experience paddling the bamboo raft themselves. They were little helpers but worked very hard! It was the most enjoyable experience of the trip!

Jiuquxi Bamboo Rafting

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118***65June 5, 2025
4.0
三山五岳全部都走过,黄山(清明节刚刚时隔整整24年登上黄山故地重游了一番)、庐山、泰山、嵩山都去了两次了,山水甲天下的桂林也去了两次(五一假期刚刚时隔整整二十年来到了桂林故地重游了一遍),但我最喜欢的中国名山还是秀甲东南的福建武夷山,之前已经去了三次了,不过最近一次已经是十年前的2015年了。所以,2025年的端午节第四次奔赴了这个中国仅有的四个世界自然和文化双遗产地之一。这次在三姑度假区住宿的酒店就在茶博园附近,但不知道为什么相比十年前茶博园冷清落寞了许多。

China Wuyi Tea Exhibition Garden

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Annie长翅膀的喵June 3, 2026
5.0
A trip to Wuyishan involves climbing Tianyou Peak in the morning and cruising the Nine-Bend Stream in the afternoon. Floating on a bamboo raft along the Nine-Bend Stream, the water is crystal clear, a gentle breeze blows, and the raft drifts slowly, while the boatman tells stories of the mountains and rocks… The mountains are covered with tea gardens, the tender buds sprouting vigorously, and the air is filled with the fragrance of tea leaves and flowers, making one feel relaxed and comfortable.

Wuyi Mountain Nine-Bend Stream

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M43***18July 18, 2025
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As the core supporting area of Wuyishan Scenic Area, Sangu Resort offers the following comprehensive experiences: Geographic location and transportation Close to Wuyishan Scenic Area, it is within walking distance to major attractions such as Impression Dahongpao Theater and Wuyi Palace. It takes 5 minutes by taxi to reach the south gate of the scenic area or the gate of Wuyi Palace. 12 Convenient transportation, free bus shuttle, but the bamboo raft pier is a little far and needs to transfer to a sightseeing bus. 12 Accommodation experience Hotels and homestays are concentrated, ranging from high-end holiday villas to economy options. Some hotels are within a 5-minute walk from the entrance of the scenic area. 34 It is recommended to choose the Black Swan Family Room for family travel, which has a garden-style design and complete facilities. 4 Hotels in the Old Street area have a strong Zen atmosphere, and some provide tea culture experience.

Sangu Resort

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彪标January 2, 2026
5.0
Located on the banks of the Jiuxi River at an altitude of approximately 400 meters, Tianyou Peak, though lower than Sanyang Peak and Dawang Peak, truly embodies the saying, "A mountain is not high if it is not high, but if a deity dwells there, it becomes sacred." It offers the best panoramic view of the Jiuxi River, making Tianyou Peak an ideal choice if you only plan to climb one mountain in Wuyishan. The 848 steps to the summit of Tianyou Peak begin at the "Tea Cave," surrounded by other peaks, and involve a total ascent of about 200 meters. The entire path to the top is made up of steps, steep and narrow, and prone to congestion during holidays.

Tianyou Peak

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提莫队长666June 11, 2025
5.0
The ancient village is similar to other ancient villages, but the difference is that it is the starting point of the ancient tea transport road in history. Merchants who made money in history built many houses here, integrating the styles of Shanxi merchants, Huizhou merchants, and Guangdong merchants. Someone needs to explain it to you, otherwise you won’t understand the history.

Xiamei Ancient Residence

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墨西哥跳豆宝宝September 30, 2025
5.0
To get to Qinglongtan, there's a gate just past Moon Bay. You need to get off the bus, register your information, and then drive into the Qinglongtan Scenic Area parking lot. Inside, there are stairs leading up to the sightseeing bus stop. The ride takes about 10 minutes to Jiulongtan Station. The winding mountain road is quite thrilling. After getting off the bus, walk down the stairs to a beautiful waterfall. The scenery is captivating, like natural air conditioning, refreshing and cool. The two waterfalls offer distinct atmospheres. We visited the day before National Day and it was practically booked out!

Qinglong Waterfall

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118***41April 15, 2025
5.0
A very complete ancient town with very good ancient buildings. It takes half an hour to drive from here in the morning. There is no bullet train, so it is more convenient to drive by yourself. There were not many people when I went there, and the whole ancient town was very quiet. The tofu in the town is delicious.

Heping Ancient Town

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hjw0070May 1, 2026
4.0
Take a bus to Da Hong Pao and see that tea tree? As the origin of Da Hong Pao, seeing the tree involves walking up a flight of stairs. These are three mother trees with a history of over 360 years. These three mother trees grew into six trees, which, since harvesting ceased in 2006, have grown freely into large tea trees. The story of Da Hong Pao tells of a scholar who fell ill while passing through Wuyi Mountain. He was cured by monks at a nearby temple using tea leaves as medicine. Later, the scholar achieved the highest rank in the imperial examinations and upon returning home, draped his red robe (symbol of imperial honor) over a tea tree, thus giving the tree its name, Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe). In fact, the entire Wuyi Mountain scenic area is filled with tea gardens; tea trees line the roads. With good air and water quality, the tea grown here is naturally of excellent quality.

Dahongpao Scenic Spot

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