01Suichuan County is loc…
Suichuan County is located in the southwestern part of Jiangxi Province, in the western area of Ji'an City, situated in the middle section of the Luoxiao Mountains. It is an important component of the Jinggangshan Revolutionary Base. The county covers a total area of approximately 3,144 square kilometers and has a permanent population of about 520,000. Suichuan has a long history, established in the fourth year of the Jian'an era of the Eastern Han Dynasty (199 AD), with a history of over 1,800 years. It is known as the 'Hometown of Chinese Kumquats,' 'Hometown of Chinese Dried Duck,' and 'Hometown of Chinese Oil Tea.' Suichuan is a key area of the Jinggangshan Revolutionary Base, where revolutionary leaders such as Mao Zedong and Zhu De conducted revolutionary activities, leaving behind rich red heritage sites. The county boasts beautiful landscapes with a forest coverage rate of 78%, featuring natural scenic areas such as Nanfengmian and Baishuixian, as well as special tourism resources like Tanghu Hot Springs. Suichuan is also an important inheritance site for Hakka culture, with unique Hakka customs, cuisine, and enclosed houses.
I. Red Tourism Attractions 1. Suichuan Workers, Peasants, and Soldiers Government Site: Located in Quanjiang Town, the county seat, it is a national key cultural relic protection unit. In 1928, Mao Zedong established the Suichuan Workers, Peasants, and Soldiers Government here. The site is well-preserved, free to visit, and takes about 1 hour to tour. 2. Caolin Red Market: Located in Caolin Town, about 20 km from the county seat, it is one of the earliest red markets of the Jinggangshan Revolutionary Base. It preserves Mao Zedong's former residence and red shops, free to visit.
II. Natural Ecological Scenic Areas 1. Nanfengmian Scenic Area: Located in Daijiabu Township, about 60 km from the county seat, with an altitude of 2,120.4 meters, it is one of the highest peaks in Jiangxi Province, belonging to the core area of the Luoxiao Mountains. The scenic area features alpine meadows, primeval forests, sea of clouds, and sunrise. Best visited in spring and autumn. Ticket price: 60 yuan, opening hours: 8:00-17:00. Hiking takes 2-3 hours; it is recommended to bring a hiking pole. 2. Baishuixian Scenic Area: Located in Bizhou Town, about 15 km from the county seat, famous for its waterfall clusters and bamboo sea. The main waterfall has a drop of about 120 meters, with abundant water in summer. Ticket price: 40 yuan, tour time about 2 hours. 3. Tanghu Hot Springs: Located in Tanghu Town, about 50 km from the county seat, the water temperature remains above 80°C throughout the year, making it a high-temperature hot spring rich in sulfur and other minerals. The hot spring resort offers accommodation, dining, and spa services. Hot spring ticket: 98 yuan, accommodation about 200-400 yuan per night.
III. Special Local Cuisine 1. Suichuan Dried Duck: Made from local shelducks, processed through marinating, drying, and smoking, with firm texture and rich flavor. Specialty shops in Quanjiang Town, the county seat, sell them at about 50-80 yuan each. 2. Suichuan Kumquats: Thin-skinned, juicy, and sweet, available from November to February. You can pick them at kumquat orchards, such as the Yutian Town Kumquat Base, with picking prices around 15 yuan per jin (0.5 kg). 3. Hakka Stuffed Tofu: A traditional Hakka dish, steamed tofu stuffed with minced meat, tender and smooth. Available at major restaurants in the county seat, with per capita consumption about 30-50 yuan.
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IV. Transportation Guide 1. External Transportation: Suichuan has no train station. You can take a train to Ji'an Station or Jinggangshan Station, then transfer to a bus. The bus from Ji'an to Suichuan takes about 2 hours, with a fare of about 40 yuan. You can also drive via the Daguang Expressway (G45) and exit at Suichuan. 2. Internal Transportation: There are few bus routes within the county, so it is recommended to take a taxi or rent a car to visit attractions. For remote scenic areas like Nanfengmian, you need to charter a car or drive yourself.