Things to do in Poyang

No. 12 of Family-friendly Attractions in Jiangxi

Poyang Lake National Wetland Park

Poyang Lake National Wetland Park is a great place to see Poyang Lake, especially in the evening when it sparkles in the sunset. It is also a base camp for migratory birds, a gathering place for birds native to the wetlands. Visitors can see egrets in summer, along with swans, white cranes and oriental white cranes in the winter. The scenery here is gorgeous all year round, each season with its own distinct flavor. Attractions in the park are divided into the inner lake and outer lake. The inner lake includes such attractions as Dou Mountain, Longyan Mountain, Crane Park and Zhuxi Island. Visitors can take a boat tour to get a complete view of all of the scenic spots. Attractions in the outer lake include Xiangyou Fields, where visitors can enjoy views of pristine grasslands.

Poyang Lake Grassland Scenic Area

Poyang Lake Prairie Scenic Area is located in Poyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, China. It is a tourist destination famous for its magnificent natural landscape and rich ecological resources. This prairie not only showcases the natural beauty of the lake, but also provides a variety of outdoor activities and ecological experiences. The grassland attracts many tourists with its vast grasslands and rich biodiversity. Every spring and summer, the grassland is covered with green grass and wild flowers, forming a vibrant natural picture. Visitors can stroll on the grassland, enjoy the fresh air and tranquil environment, and feel the charm of nature. The ecosystem of Poyang Lake Prairie Scenic Area is complex and rich, and it is the habitat of many animals and plants. Especially in winter, thousands of migratory birds fly from the north and roost on the shores of Poyang Lake for the winter. There are multiple bird-watching platforms in the scenic area, where tourists can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about their living habits under the guidance of professional guides. In addition to natural landscapes, Poyang Lake Prairie Scenic Area also provides a wealth of outdoor activities. Visitors can choose to ride horses, bikes or hike to explore different corners of the grassland.

Wunian Island, Poyang Lake Prairie Scenic Area

The Poyang Lake Prairie Scenic Area is also known as Wunian Island. This is partly because "Wunian" originates from a Buddhist term, embodying a shift in perspective, and partly because Wunian Island's stunning natural scenery offers a sense of inner peace and inner calm. We hope everyone who visits Wunian Island will experience a sense of "no thoughts" while leaving the island. If Wunian Island is the essence of the Poyang Lake Prairie Scenic Area, then its hallmarks are arguably the "Eight Wunian Scenic Spots": Green Plains, Polygonum Flower Sea, Reed Maze, Birdsong, Sunset, Long Mountain Mist, Starry Sky Camp, and Leaving the Island. Poyang Lake in autumn and winter is a truly vibrant and beautiful time of year, making it a worthwhile experience for you to bring your loved one. You can elope to the beautiful Jiangnan prairie, where you can express your love amidst the poetic grasslands and the pristine waters. An unexpected encounter with migratory birds is a truly breathtaking experience.

Raozhou Ancient Town

Raozhou Ancient Town is located in Poyang, Shangrao, Jiangxi Province, covering an area of ​​245 acres, and is the essence of Ganpo culture. The restored streets and alleys of the Ming and Qing Dynasties integrate cultural displays, folk performances, gourmet food and homestays, providing an immersive tourism experience.

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Taoyangli Historical and Cultural District

Taoyangli Historical and Cultural District is located in the heart of Jingdezhen's old town, a historic neighborhood that grew around the ruins of the imperial kiln from the Ming and Qing dynasties. The old saying "Taoyang thirteen li, with tens of thousands of households" refers to this area. The imperial porcelain used by the royal families of the Ming and Qing dynasties was exclusively produced by the imperial kiln here, while rejected tribute items were shattered and buried on-site. The layers of underground porcelain fragments share the same origin as the collections in the Palace Museum, making this place often referred to as the key to understanding the porcelain capital. The core attractions of the district are concentrated around the ruins of the Taoyangli Historical and Cultural District and the imperial kiln museum. The ruins of the Taoyangli Historical and Cultural District have now been transformed into an archaeological site park, preserving relics such as kilns and workshops. The Longzhu pavilion, perched atop Zhushan hill, has been the iconic structure of the imperial kiln since the Ming dynasty and later became the symbol of Jingdezhen. The Zhushan hill beneath it was formed by layers of discarded porcelain fragments from imperial kilns throughout history. Nearby, the imperial kiln museum draws inspiration from traditional egg-shaped wood-fired kilns, featuring multiple brick arches arranged in a staggered layout. Many exhibits in the museum are restored from porcelain fragments unearthed at the site, including the Ming dynasty blue-and-white dragon jar—a signature exhibit pieced together from tons of discarded dragon jar fragments. Adjacent to the museum, the Xu family kiln, an old wood-fired kiln, still operates periodic firings. During kiln openings, the gate is wide open, allowing visitors to watch artisans retrieve freshly fired porcelain from saggars. The district also features winding alleyways lined with kiln-brick residences, guild halls, porcelain shops, and remnants of modern ceramic industry. The restored South goods street and Red shop street now host old teahouses, taverns, music bars, and craft workshops where you can observe traditional processes like clay throwing and porcelain painting, with some workshops offering hands-on experiences. It's recommended to set aside half a day for the visit—start with the kiln site and museum, then meander through the streets around Zhongshan north road and Longgang lane, where many historic courtyard houses hidden in deep alleys await patient discovery.

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Jingdezhen China Ceramics Museum

The predecessor of Jingdezhen China Ceramics Museum was the Jingdezhen Ceramics Museum, which is the first large-scale specialized ceramics art museum in China. The permanent exhibition in the museum consists of five units under the theme "The porcelain industry's peak is in this capital." The museum was established in 1954 and houses tens of thousands of fine ceramic masterpieces from the Neolithic period and various historical periods since the Han and Tang dynasties, including over 1,600 precious national cultural relics, covering representative varieties from Jingdezhen's thousand-year porcelain-making history; it also collects many foreign and non-local ceramics, as well as epigraphy, jade, calligraphy and painting. In particular, modern and contemporary Jingdezhen ceramic masterpieces are unique to this museum. The exhibits in the museum include: celadon and white porcelain from the Five Dynasties; bluish-white porcelain from the Song dynasty; blue-and-white porcelain, egg-white porcelain, and underglaze red from the Yuan dynasty; blue-and-white porcelain, polychrome porcelain, doucai, and various types of colored glaze porcelain from the Ming dynasty; and dozens of categories of fine ceramics from the Qing dynasty.

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Mount Huangshan Scenic Area

Mount Huangshan Scenic Area is located in Tangkou Town, Huangshan District, Huangshan City. Since ancient times, Mount Huangshan has been one of China's most renowned mountains. Its peculiar pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, and hot springs are known as the "Four Wonders" of Mount Huangshan. In addition to these, rime, snowscapes, and sunrises are also views that visitors will not miss. There is an ancient saying: "Having visited the Five Great Mountains, one need not look at any other mountains; having visited Mount Huangshan, one need not look at the Five Great Mountains." The attraction is divided into the south gate, west gate, and north gate. The vast majority of visitors enter and exit through the south gate, which has two entrances and exits—front mountain and back mountain—both close to Tangkou Town at the foot of the mountain. The town has also become a transfer hub for visiting Huangshan, and many visitors arrive here in advance to stay overnight. From Tangkou Town to the attraction entrance, you need to take the Huangshan New National Line shuttle bus, which stops at the front mountain gate (Ciguang Pavilion), the back mountain gate (Yungu Temple), and the Huangshan-Hot Spring attraction. Visiting the attraction mainly involves two routes up the mountain, the front mountain and the back mountain, both leading to one of the main peaks, Bright Summit. On the other side of Bright Summit, there is also a loop route — the West Sea Grand Canyon. Front mountain The front mountain refers to the hiking route starting from Ciguang Pavilion to Yuping Tower at the summit (accessible directly by the Yuping Cable Car), as well as the Mount Huangshan Scenic Area - Lotus Peak and Tiandu Peak areas at the summit. The scenery of the front mountain is grand and majestic, making it very suitable for enjoying panoramic views from the cable car. Both the highest peak, Mount Huangshan Scenic Area - Lotus Peak, and the other main peak, Tiandu Peak, are located here (the two peaks open alternately). There are also classic attractions such as the Guest-Greeting Pine, Jiulong Peak - Carp Back, Hundred-Step Ladder, One-Line Sky, and Tianhai. Back mountain The back mountain refers to the hiking route from Yungu Temple to Bai'e Ridge (accessible directly by the Mount Huangshan Yungu Cableway), as well as the mountaintop areas behind Bai'e Ridge such as Shixin Peak, Mount Huangshan Scenic Area - Shizi Peak, and West Sea Grand Canyon - Paiyun Pavilion. The scenery of the back mountain consists mostly of exquisite mountain views, suitable for enjoying on foot along the way. Flying Stone and Monkey Watching the Sea are both located here. West sea grand canyon West sea grand canyon officially opened in 2000. The canyon is deep and the scenery is very magnificent, and it is known as the true gathering place of Huangshan's essential scenery. West sea grand canyon can be entered from West Sea Grand Canyon - Paiyun Pavilion in the summit area of the back mountain, and after looping around inside the canyon, you return to the main peak area of Tianhai. It takes about 2 hours to walk down from West Sea Grand Canyon - Paiyun Pavilion to the bottom of the canyon, and then you can take a cable car to Tianhai. Route recommendations The standard way to visit Huangshan is a two-day tour, with routes divided into ascending via the front mountain and descending via the back mountain (front mountain - West Sea Grand Canyon - back mountain) or ascending via the back mountain and descending via the front mountain (back mountain - West Sea Grand Canyon - front mountain). Ascending via the front mountain and descending via the back mountain is suitable for taking the cable car up and walking down, which is both relaxing and allows you to enjoy the exquisite scenery of the latter half. However, since the essential route of the West Sea Grand Canyon runs from West Sea Grand Canyon - Paiyun Pavilion to Tianhai, you will have to backtrack along a section of the trail. It is possible to visit Huangshan in just one day, but the itinerary will be tight. It is recommended to ascend via the rear mountain and descend via the front mountain, taking the cable car both ways, and to either skip climbing the main peaks of the front mountain (Mount Huangshan Scenic Area - Lotus Peak / Tiandu Peak) or skip the West Sea Grand Canyon. Stay selection There are several accommodation options at the summit, mainly concentrated in areas such as Guangming Peak Tianhai, West Sea Grand Canyon-Paiyun Pavilion, Bai'e Ridge, and North Sea. Guangming Peak Tianhai is a great spot for watching the sunrise, and it is also suitable for storing luggage while exploring the West Sea Grand Canyon. Bai'e Ridge is the upper station of the Huangshan Yungu Cableway on the rear mountain; if you typically enter the attraction from the rear mountain in the afternoon, staying here is quite convenient.

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Wangxian Valley

Wangxian Valley is located at the northern foot of Lingshan Mountain, hidden among mountain streams and gorges. It was formerly an abandoned granite quarry and, after years of ecological restoration, has been built into the valley town it is today. The attraction is structured around the Jiuniu Stream Gorge, where streams flow through the valley and waterfalls cascade in layers; the Sandie Waterfall and Sankou Pot are among its most recognizable natural views. In summer, visitors can also experience gorge rafting that winds through the ancient town. The cliffside building complex on Baihe Cliff is the attraction's signature view. On the nearly 100-meter-high cliff face, cantilevered guest rooms, plank walkways, and viewing platforms climb upward in a zigzag pattern, looking up from the valley floor like pavilions in the sky. After nightfall, the cliff lights come on one after another, and the entire valley resembles a painted scroll of lights; standing on Lanyue Bridge and gazing at the full panorama of Baihe Cliff is a classic photo spot here. The Yanpu Old Street in the valley restores the appearance of traditional dwellings in northeastern Jiangxi, with rammed earth walls, bluestone slab paths, and horse-head walls interwoven throughout. Workshop Street is lined with traditional handicraft workshops for brown sugar, brewing, papermaking, cloth dyeing, and more, where you can watch ancient production methods on site; Mingchan Alley gathers intangible cultural heritage crafts such as bamboo weaving and woodwork. Bawei Street offers a dazzling array of Jiangxi-style snacks such as dengzhan guo and taro dumplings. When visiting, it is recommended to enter the attraction in the afternoon so that you can clearly see the gorge landforms in daylight without missing the spectacular lighting after nightfall. The entire route requires walking and climbing stairs, so comfortable, slip-resistant shoes are advisable.

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Poyang Lake

Poyang Lake is located in the northern part of Jiangxi Province, on the south bank of the Yangtze River. It receives water from five rivers—the Gan, Fu, Xin, Rao, and Xiu—and flows into the Yangtze River through Hukou, serving as the "catchment basin" for the Jiangxi water system and a "transfer station" for the five rivers entering the Yangtze. This body of water also carries a rich history; Zhu Yuanzhang and Chen Youliang fought a decisive battle here at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, and the scene described by Wang Bo in his writing, "fishing boats sing at dusk, the sound echoing to the shores of Pengli," refers to this very place. Every year from late autumn to early winter, hundreds of thousands of migratory birds, such as white cranes and swans, fly here from Siberia and Northeast China to overwinter. The vast majority of the world's white cranes gather here, creating a spectacular scene of dancing cranes and calling geese on the lake beaches. Hundreds of Yangtze finless porpoises also inhabit the lake, making this body of water an important home for them in the Yangtze River basin. High and low water levels make the lake seem like two different places: in spring and summer, when the water rises, it is as vast as the sea; in autumn and winter, when the water recedes, sandbars are exposed, and large areas of grassland grow. The rocky island in the heart of the lake, Luoxing Isle, "emerges from the water" as the water level drops, and in the Hukou area, you can see a clear boundary where the clear and turbid waters of the Yangtze River and the lake meet.

Poyang Lake Museum