8 Fuyang Attractions Chosen for National Rural Tourism Featured Routes

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism recently launched the 2023 Second Edition of “The Four Seasons Charm of Rural China”. This initiative introduces 143 rural tourism routes across the country, encouraging tourists to experience rural China and its picturesque life.

5 Routes from Anhui Province Selected

Among the featured routes, five come from Anhui Province (安徽省), highlighting 8 key attractions in Fuyang (阜阳). The routes include:

Northern Anhui Water Town Boat Tour & Agricultural Study Trip (皖北水乡游船观荷农耕研学之旅)
Summer Breeze and Lotus Blossoms: Huaihe River Scenic Relaxation and Vacation Tour (夏风荷醉——淮河风情休闲度假之旅)
Seeking the Past and Present of Qihong Tea Culture: Water Rhythms and Tea Village Journey (寻祁红前世今生游水韵茶乡之旅)
Tea Village Wonders & Shared Intangible Heritage: Bamboo Sea Tea Tasting Tour (揽胜茶乡共享非遗竹海茶香品鉴之旅)
Ancient Charm and Ink Painting of Jiangnan: Experiential Tour (古韵悠悠水墨江南体验之旅)

Northern Anhui Water Town Boat Tour & Agricultural Study Trip

This route includes agricultural landmarks such as Gaoyue Modern Agricultural Demonstration Park (高岳现代农业示范园), focused on flower cultivation, and Xingyue Expansion Study Base (星月拓展研学基地), which offers agricultural experience activities. Other highlights include Wupu Farm (五铺农场), featuring wheat culture and agricultural experiences, Liuzhi Cultural Park (柳孜文化园), known for its stunning sea of flowers, and Yongqiao Wuliu Scenic Area (埇桥五柳景区), showcasing Jiangnan culture. The route connects with He Tang Yue Se Ecological Farm (荷塘月色生态农庄), known for its lotus flowers. Visitors can explore agricultural culture and rural life along the way. The route highlights Fuyang Ecological Park (阜阳生态乐园), Yingzhou West Lake (颍州西湖), Funan Dicheng Fengbigan (阜南地城枫柏岗), Funan Tianji Hot Springs Resort (阜南田集温泉度假区), Yingshang Bālíhé (颍上八里河), Wulihu Wetland Park (五里湖湿地公园), Guan Zhong Old Street (管仲老街), and Shenyi Inn (慎邑客栈).

Key Attractions Overview

Fuyang Ecological Park (阜阳生态乐园)

Located in Yingquan District (颍泉区), Fuyang Ecological Park is a national science education and forestry popularization base. It is a National 4A-level tourist attraction (国家AAAA级旅游景区), agricultural tourism demonstration site, and a national leisure agriculture and rural tourism five-star park. The park boasts rich history, modern agriculture, beautiful gardens, and thrilling theme parks, making it one of the most popular destinations in Northern Anhui (皖北地区).

Yingzhou West Lake (颍州西湖)

Previously considered one of the “Four Major West Lakes” alongside Hangzhou West Lake (杭州西湖), Yangzhou Slender West Lake (扬州瘦西湖), and Huizhou West Lake (惠州西湖), Yingzhou West Lake is a historically rich area. It features ecological wetlands, leisure tourism, and conference services. The lake is home to over 20 scenic spots, including the Lan Garden (兰园), Yi Garden (怡园), Nülang Terrace (女郎台), Su Causeway (苏堤), and Ou Causeway (欧堤).

Fengbigan Scenic Area (枫柏岗景区)

Located along the banks of the Huaihe River (淮河), Fengbigan Scenic Area is famous for its lotus flower-themed landscape and local historical culture. From July to August, visitors can enjoy the view of blooming lotuses and take part in activities like surfing pools, beach parks, water amusement centers, and sightseeing trains.

Tianji Hot Springs Resort (田集温泉度假区)

Located in Tianji Town (田集镇), Dongyue Village (东岳村), Tianji Hot Springs Resort combines wellness, flower viewing, cultural arts, and resort-style accommodations. It boasts 53 indoor and outdoor hot spring pools for relaxation and healing.

Bālíhé Tourism Area (八里河旅游景区)

The Bālíhé Scenic Area (颍上八里河) in Yingshang (颍上) is renowned for its pristine natural environment, earning global recognition as one of the “Top 500 Eco-friendly Destinations” by the United Nations. The area has been recognized as a National 5A-level tourist destination (国家5A级旅游景区), a provincial nature reserve, and a national water scenic area.

Wulihu Wetland Park (五里湖湿地公园)

Spanning 9.8 kilometers, Wulihu Wetland Park is an open urban wetland park that offers eco-tourism, leisure, sightseeing, and fitness activities. It is part of the Youjia Garden-Wulihu Eco-tourism Area (尤家花园·五里湖生态旅游景区), which is a natural plant garden ideal for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Guan Zhong Old Street (管仲老街)

Stretching 6.1 kilometers, Guan Zhong Old Street is located at the junction of the new and old cities in Yingshang County (颍上县), close to the busy commercial area of Jiefang Road (解放路). The street features rich cultural tourism, reflecting the essence of Northern Anhui Water Town (皖北水乡) with its nostalgic charm and historical significance.

Shenyi Inn (慎邑客栈)

Located within Guan Zhong Old Street (管仲老街), Shenyi Inn blends seamlessly with the street’s historical atmosphere. The inn retains the traditional architecture of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (明清时期) on the outside, while the interior offers a refined Chinese-style decor, providing guests with an elegant, antiquated lodging experience.

Original Title: “National Rural Tourism Featured Routes! 8 Attractions in Fuyang Selected”