2h Direct from Wuhan! China's Number One Sweet Persimmon Village, This is How to Enjoy Autumn

🚗 Drive through the Dabie Mountains, and when you see persimmon trees covering the hills, you know you've arrived at "China's Number One Sweet Persimmon Village" — Zanzi Stone Village. 🌞 In late autumn, the village is filled with century-old persimmon trees bearing golden-yellow fruits. Under the blue sky, they look like thousands of little lanterns lighting up the mountains and fields. 🍂 Walking into the village, even the air is filled with the sweet scent of persimmons. This is the most tempting autumn flavor of Luotian. 🌟 Practical Travel Guide ⏰ Best Time: Late October to mid-November is the best period to enjoy the persimmons. 🎉 The 2025 Sweet Persimmon Festival opens on October 26th, the liveliest time to visit. 🚙 Transportation: 2 hours by car from Wuhan, just navigate to "Luotian Sanliban Zanzi Stone Village." 🅿️ There is a parking lot in the village with free parking. 🚌 Free shuttle buses are available at the village entrance for easy touring. 🎫 Admission: Free entry, no tickets required. 🌸 Must-Experience Highlights 🌳 Visit 400-year-old persimmon trees: The oldest persimmon tree in the village is over 400 years old. Stand beneath it and look up at the fruit-laden branches to feel the passage of time and nature’s gift. 🍯 Taste naturally de-astringed sweet persimmons: Luotian sweet persimmons are the only variety in the world that naturally lose their astringency, ready to eat right after picking, crisp and sweet. 🛤️ Stroll along the rural boardwalk: The village has a well-planned trail system. Walk along the wooden boardwalk, visit the Sweet Persimmon Museum, and experience the achievements of beautiful rural construction. 🍁 Nearby Attractions 🍃 Jiuzhi River Red Leaves: Not far from Zanzi Stone Village to Jiuzhi River Town, late October to November is the best time to see the red leaves. 🖼️ Shengrentang Village, Hexifan, and Xufengchong Village are excellent spots for red leaf viewing. The leaves of the Chinese tallow trees reflected in the water in the morning mist create a poetic scene. ⛰️ Tiantangzhai Scenic Area: As the main peak of the Dabie Mountains, Tiantangzhai offers spectacular sea of clouds and colorful mountain views. You can take a vertical elevator to the summit easily and overlook the endless mountains. 🍲 Food and Accommodation 🍲 Must-Try Foods: 🔥 Luotian Hanging Pot: A millennium-old intangible cultural heritage dish, slow-cooked over charcoal fire, warm and comforting. 🌰 Luotian Chestnuts: A nationally famous specialty, fragrant, sweet, and soft. 🏠 Accommodation Options: The village and surrounding areas offer various stays including homestays and inns. It is recommended to book in advance to ensure availability. 💡 Helpful Tips 👟 Wear comfortable shoes for easier walking in the mountains. 🧥 The temperature difference between morning and evening in the mountains is large, remember to bring a jacket. 🌱 Travel environmentally friendly, take your trash with you. 📅 Combining sweet persimmons and red leaves, a 2-day trip is most suitable.