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🌟【Chaoyang Two Days One Night 800 Yuan In-Depth Tour】Seaside Cultural Hub + Food Paradise! Beef Hot Pot + Seafood All-Inclusive Guide🐂 #ChaoyangTourism #ChaoshanFood #SeasideAncientCity✨【Itinerary Overview】 💰Total Cost: 700-800 Yuan. Day 1: Wenguang Pagoda → Dongshan Scenic Area → Haimen Bay 🌅 Morning: ✅ Wenguang Pagoda (Free) - Chaoyang landmark building - Ming Dynasty pagoda photo opportunity - Stroll through the surrounding old streets 🍜 Lunch: "Old Brand Beef Restaurant" (50 RMB/person) - Handmade beef balls - Beef bone soup rice noodles - Beef with satay sauce 🏞️ Afternoon: ✅ Dongshan Scenic Area (Free) - Shuangzhong Shengwang Temple - Cliff carvings - Overlooking the entire city 🌅 Evening: ✅ Haimen Lotus Peak (20 RMB entrance fee) - Wen Tianxiang's "Looking at the Emperor" spot - Stroll along the seaside boardwalk - Best spot to watch the sunset 🦞 Dinner: "Haimen Food Stall" (80 RMB/person) - Steamed seafood platter - Salt and pepper mantis shrimp - Purple Fried Rice with Vegetables: Day 2: Lingshan Temple → Tongyu Town → Return Trip — Morning: ✅Lingshan Temple (Free) -Famous Chaoshan Temple - Ancient Temple - Vegetarian Meal Experience (15 RMB) 🍲Lunch: "Tongyu Town Farmhouse" (60 RMB/person) -Chaoyang Horseshoe Crab Cake - Pig Trotter Rice - Oyster Omelet 🛍️ Afternoon: ✅Heping Town Food Street - Buy Local Products - Taste Snacks - Experience Tea Culture —【Accommodation Recommendations】 1️⃣Homestay near Wenguang Pagoda (120 RMB/night) -Core location in the old town - Experience Chaoshan folk houses 2️⃣Economy Hotel (150 RMB/night) -Relatively new facilities - Convenient parking —【Transportation Tips】 -Chaoyang Station → City Center: Bus 8 RMB - Between attractions: Didi carpooling is more cost-effective - Walking is recommended in the old town - [Food List] 💫 Must-try classics: ▫️ Beef hot pot (65 yuan/person) ▫️ Horseshoe crab cake (10 yuan) ▫️ Oyster omelet (20 yuan) 💫 Recommended snacks: ▫️ Stuffed glutinous rice with pig intestines (15 yuan) ▫️ Rice-free cake (8 yuan) ▫️ Sugar and scallion pancake (6 yuan) 💫 Souvenirs: ▫️ Chaoshan Three Treasures (45 yuan/set) ▫️ Beef balls (35 yuan/jin) ▫️ Kung Fu tea set (starting from 60 yuan) [Money-saving tips] 1️⃣ Choosing a homestay is more affordable 2️⃣ Dining off-peak 3️⃣ Using public transportation 4️⃣ Avoiding holidays 📸 [Free photo opportunity] 【Highlights】 1️⃣ Wenguang Pagoda Night View 2️⃣ Haimen Bay Beach 3️⃣ Old Town Arcade Buildings 4️⃣ Lingshan Temple Ancient Architecture 🎒 【Travel Preparations】 ✅ Sunscreen ✅ Gastrointestinal Medicine ✅ Cash (Some old shops only accept cash) ✅ Power Bank — 【Tips】 👉 Ask about seafood prices before ordering 👉 Narrow roads in the old town 👉 Prepare small change for bus 👉 Respect local customs — 【Hidden Activities】 👉 Experience Kung Fu Tea Culture 👉 Visit Chaoshan Folk Houses 👉 Learn to Make Red Peach Cake 👉 Beachcombing — "A Cultural Hub by the Sea, a Land of Delicious Food" Eat the most authentic Chaoshan flavors for the least amount of money (This guide may vary depending on the season and individual spending habits) #ChaoshanBeefHotPot #HotPotWorthQueuingFor #AfternoonTeaForAestheticConnoisseurs

The four of us spent 10 days exploring Guangdong for under ¥40,000! Starting in Zhejiang, we drove through mountains, sea, cities, and hot springs—visiting Nan'ao Island, Chaozhou Ancient Town, Shantou's small park, Huizhou's Shuangyue Bay, and Guangzhou's Old Town! 📍I'm Ayu, a travel blogger. Three of us: my sister Xiaoyu, my friends Azhe, and Xiaolu (a couple and a bestie). 💰Budget: Stayed under ¥40,000. 📅Duration: 10 days, 9 nights. 🚗Method: Self-drive from Wenzhou, Zhejiang → Chaoshan → Huizhou → Guangzhou → return. 🎯Goal: Eat well, take beautiful photos, stay at great value, and avoid rushing! Result? 🎉 Actual total cost: ¥39,200 (only ¥9,800 per person). All on our own, no shopping, no hidden costs, just practical tips! 🌟 Minimal Attraction List (Know Where You're Going in One Sentence) Nan'ao Island | One of China's Most Beautiful Island, a Super Relaxing Island Drive Chaozhou Ancient City | A Millennium City, Guangji Bridge, Archway Street, and Kaiyuan Temple Shantou Small Park | Qilou Old Street, a Local's Favorite Food World Huidong Shuangyue Bay | Pristine Beaches, Exquisite Waterfront Activities Guangzhou Shamian Island and Beijing Road | European Style and the Millennium Central Axis Conghua Hot Springs B&B | A Relaxing Night on Your Trip ✅ Summary: Enjoy Chaoshan Beef Hot Pot, Stay in a Beachfront B&B, Explore Lingnan Ancient City, Soak in Authentic Hot Springs, and Experience the Lively Flavors of a First-Tier City 🗺️ Itinerary Overview (10-Day Highlights) Number of Days Locations Key Activities Days 1-2: Nan'ao Island: Drive around the island, watch the sunrise at Qing'ao Bay, and visit Tropic of Cancer Square Days 3-4: Chaozhou: Climb the Guangji Bridge, stroll through Paifang Street, cruise the Han River at night, and enjoy salty rice cakes Day 5: Shantou: Take photos at the arcades in a small park, drink Gongfu tea, and shop for beef balls and rice noodles Days 6-7: Huizhou: Relax on the beach, sail, and visit seafood stalls Day 8: Guangzhou: Photograph European-style architecture on Shamian Island and indulge in snacks on Beijing Road Day 9: Soak in natural hot springs at a Conghua Hot Springs B&B to relieve travel fatigue Day 10: Return to Zhejiang, filled with memories 💰 Cost Breakdown (for four people) Items and Expenses Transportation (gas + tolls + parking) ¥6,500 Accommodation (9 nights in a select B&B/sea view room/hot spring hotel) ¥13,800 Food (three meals daily + specialty dishes) ¥12,000 (Chaoshan beef is amazing!) Entrance fees + experiences (ferry tickets, hot springs, transportation, etc.) ¥4,700 Miscellaneous expenses + insurance + souvenirs ¥2,200 ✅ Total cost: ¥39,200 | Less than 10,000 yuan per person, excellent value! 🍜 Cantonese Flavors You Can't Miss (A Four-Person Foodie Meal) Chaozhou: Salted Rice Cake, Spring Rolls, Beef Hot Pot, Phoenix Dancong Tea Shantou: Handmade Beef Meats, Rice Cake with Rice Noodles, Rice Rolls, Sugar Scallion Pancakes Nan'ao Island: Freshly Caught Seafood Fried Rice, Sea Urchin Scrambled Eggs, Seaweed Fried Rice Guangzhou: Morning Tea (Shrimp Dumplings, Chicken Feet, Lava Buns), Double Skin Milk Milk, Rice Rolls, Beef Offal 🔥 The four of us had three beef hot pot meals, and it only cost ¥80 per person—half the price of Zhejiang! 📸 Recommended photo-shooting spots (even with your phone) Nan'ao Island: Aerial shots of the ring road, lighthouse photos, and seaside silhouettes Chaozhou Guangji Bridge: Stunning reflections illuminated at dusk Shantou Small Park: Retro arcades and a red-brick clock tower embody a vibrant Hong Kong vibe Huizhou Shuangyue Bay: Hand-in-hand photos on the beach, candid shots of sailboats out at sea Guangzhou Shamian Island: European-style churches and century-old banyan trees create a cinematic experience ✅ Tips for a four-person trip (proven and effective) Stay in a B&B for a better deal: save over ¥200 per night and even cook your own breakfast. Taxis are expensive in the Chaoshan area, so rent an electric scooter or walk. For beef hotpot, choose a long-established restaurant with long lines of locals; don't rely on influencer recommendations. Guangzhou has a well-developed subway system; combining high-speed rail and subway travel is recommended for city tours. Avoid peak holiday periods, as prices double during the May Day and National Day holidays! ❤️ Final thoughts: Many people think Guangdong is just "Guangzhou + Shenzhen," but this trip has made us discover that Guangdong is a bowl of piping hot rice noodle soup in the morning, a plate of raw marinated shrimp eaten by the sea in the breeze, the greeting of "food not yet" in the old city, and the interplay of ancient arcades and modern skyscrapers under the neon lights. We set out from Zhejiang, crossed the border between Fujian and Guangdong, and headed south. We didn't travel for the sake of a photo-op, but to hear the waves, smell the aromas, and remember the smiles. If you, too, want to enjoy a journey with friends, family, or loved ones that is "full of flavor, scenery, and warmth," then come to Guangdong. Here's not just an economic miracle, but also a world of civic life you've never seen before. 📌 Interactive Topic: What do you most want to eat in Guangdong? Chaoshan beef hot pot? Or Guangzhou dim sum? #FourPeopleTravelFromZhejiangToFujian Leave a comment and I'll take you to the most authentic bowl next time. 🍜🌊

Below is a carefully curated 3-day, 2-night Chaozhou itinerary designed for you, all within a budget of 2,000 yuan (excluding round-trip transportation). Experience the cultural heritage and culinary wonders of this "famous Linghai state": 💰 Total Budget Accommodation: 250 yuan/night x 2 nights = 500 yuan (special B&Bs around Paifang Street) Food: 150 yuan/day x 3 days = 450 yuan (beef hot pot + rice cakes + late-night snacks) Transportation: 150 yuan (taxi + bus + shared electric scooter) Entrance fees: 150 yuan (attractions + performances) Other: 300 yuan (souvenirs/experiences) Total: 1,550 yuan (remaining 450 yuan for flexible spending) 📅 Day 1: Ancient City Journey Morning Paifang Street (free) Twenty-two Ming and Qing dynasty stone archways connect the street. Recommended highlights: ▶ Zhuangyuan Archway ▶ Four Jinshi Archway ▶ Arcade Buildings 🍜 Breakfast: Twin Rice Noodle Rolls (with soft-boiled egg, 12 yuan) / Laoqi Rice Noodle Soup (15 yuan) Kaiyuan Temple (Free) An ancient Tang Dynasty temple; note the intangible cultural heritage "Chaozhou inlaid porcelain" on the main hall's roof. Afternoon Jilue Huanggong Temple (Admission, 10 yuan) "The most exquisite Chaozhou woodcarving": See the three-dimensional gilded lacquer carving of "Guo Ziyi's Birthday Celebration" Xu Fuma Mansion (Admission, 20 yuan) A Song Dynasty residence of a prince consort, where you can experience the thousand-year-old drainage system. Evening Guangji Bridge Light Show (Free) Shows at 8:00 PM and 9:30 PM. Arrive at the Riverside Promenade early to reserve a seat. 🍲 Dinner: Guantang Brothers Beef Hotpot (80 yuan per person; the spoon handle and hanging dragon are must-try) 📅 Day 2: Intangible Cultural Heritage and Natural Wonders Morning Guangji Bridge (Tickets 20 yuan, half price for students) Watch the "Bridge Demolition" (floating bridge dismantled for navigation) before 9:30 AM and experience the "Eighteen-Shuttle Boats to Twenty-Four Continents" experience. Han Yu Temple (Free, Reservations Required) Climb the Minister's Pavilion to overlook the Han River and learn about Han Yu's eight-month transformation of Chaozhou. Afternoon Chaozhou Ceramics Museum (Free) Experience the millennia-old craftsmanship of the "Porcelain Capital of China" and experience hand-pulled teapot making (50 yuan/person) Thai Buddha Hall (Free) The exotic charm of golden roofs and white walls, a glimpse into Southeast Asia. Evening Zaiyang Teahouse (48 yuan per person, including snacks) Watch a Teochew opera excerpt and a demonstration of the 21 steps of Gongfu tea. 🍢 Late-night Snack: Xima Road Snacks (Xianshui Kuai 10 yuan/portion, Licorice Fruit 15 yuan/box) 📅 Day 3: Explore the City Life Morning Longhu Ancient Village (Free) 30 minutes by car or taxi, a thousand-year-old water village. Highlights: ▶ Fang Bodi ▶ Apo Temple ▶ Freshly made sugar scallion pancakes (8 yuan/roll) Afternoon Chaozhou West Lake (Free) Boatboat (30 yuan/boat), see Zhou Enlai's revolutionary footprints at Hanbi Tower Shopping on Yi'an Road Recommended souvenirs: ▶ Lao Weiji Almond Tea (10 yuan/bottle) ▶ Hu Rongquan Duck Noodles (15 yuan/bowl) ▶ Shacha Sauce/Lao Yaoju (20 yuan/can) 🍜 Food Map (Must-Try List) Category Recommended Restaurants Per Person Signature Dish Beef Hotpot Guan Tang Brothers/Pan Ji 70-90 RMB Pork Belly Toe + Chest Oil Kway Teow Zhen Ji Lao Wei/Chuangxin 15-20 RMB Beef Offal Kway Teow + Shacha Sauce Sashimi Guan Tang Xianxian Sashimi 60 RMB Grass Carp Sashimi with Garlic and Vinegar Sweet Soup Xie Huailiang 8-15 RMB Sesame Tea + Fried Dumplings 💡 Local Tips Transportation: Renting an electric scooter (30 RMB/day) within the ancient city is more convenient than taking a taxi. Trap: For fermented bean curd pancakes on Paifang Street, look for Quan Ji; avoid buying ceramics within the scenic area. Secret Trick: The morning mist at Guangji Bridge at 7 a.m. is like a fairyland—a must-see for photographers. This itinerary allows you to capture stunning photos of the "Chaozhou splendor" while savoring the authentic Chaoshan flavors. If you need a detailed guide to a specific type of shop (like a niche cafe or photo booth), please let me know what you're looking for! #ChaoshanTourism #PhotoGuide #FoodFestival #ThePlacesMost AskedAboutOnFacebook

From south to north, from east to west, each country has its own late-night snack map. The Chaoshan region, situated on the Tropic of Cancer, enjoys a warm and humid climate, rich in seafood. Temperatures don't limit people's late-night snacking, leading to a wide variety of food options. Let's take a look at what Chaozhou people enjoy for late-night snacks. 👉 "White Congee" 🌙Recommended restaurants: Fengchun White Congee, Back Street Alley Yaliang White Congee, Wuming White Congee, Pidandi Clay Pot Congee, Arong Clay Pot Congee, Chaozhiruiji Old-Fashioned Clay Pot Congee, Xirong Fish Congee, Duck Meat Rice Noodles ⭐️In a stainless steel thermos, the unassuming white congee exudes a gentle fragrance, its rice grains separated from the porridge, creating a rich, smooth texture. Its deliciousness is immediately apparent from the first sip. Dishes spanning land, sea, and air are laid out, all dedicated to white congee, a dazzling array that directly tempts passersby. ⭐️The signature fish rice dish is a must-order for every table. The fish is white and firm, with a sweet and slightly salty flavor. Paired with the flavor-enhancing Puning bean paste or soy sauce and vinegar, it's incredibly delicious. ⭐️The marinated platter is also worth trying: the liver is soft and tender, the goose meat is delicate and sweet, the goose skin is smooth, the goose intestines are crisp, the goose gizzards are crunchy and springy, the goose eggs are sweet, and the goose feet are chewy... Dipping it in the marinade and garlic vinegar makes for a delicious, lingering bite. ⭐️The vibrant wok-fried thin shellfish, stir-fried hemp leaves and sweet potato leaves with bean paste, and other homely side dishes may seem ordinary, but they're a perfect complement to the porridge. ⭐️ Another late-night snack that dominates the market is clay pot porridge. Chaozhou people's love for clay pot porridge remains unwavering, regardless of season. - 👉 "Eel Fried Kway Teow" 🌙Recommended Shops: Ximen Eel Kway Teow, A Yong Eel Kway Teow, Yuanxi Xin Lao San Eel Kway Teow The Teochew people's love for kway teow transcends the boundaries of day and night, and they've taken kway teow to new heights. Besides the "original internet-famous" beef fried kway teow and the rising star seafood fried kway teow, Teochew also has its own unique specialty—"Eel Fried Kway Teow." The freshly killed eel is deboned and cut into pieces, then stir-fried with the kway teow over high heat, creating a captivating, charred aroma. Mix the eel while it's still hot. The crispy, tender eel is deliciously dipped in a special sauce, making it incredibly refreshing. Paired with the rich, rich rice noodles, the sauce is complemented by crispy water spinach, garlic slices, and cilantro that add a rich, flavorful base. Take a bite! Two servings of this delicious fried eel rice noodles, please! 👉 "Fan Cheung" Fan Cheung is a staple of Teochew night snacks, alongside white congee and rice noodles. Most Teochews crave it for a late-night snack after breakfast, and some even operate 24-hour stalls. They say Shandong flatbread can be wrapped around anything, and Chaozhou rice noodle rolls can be wrapped around anything, too. Beef, pork, egg, cabbage, shrimp, oysters, bean sprouts, enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, preserved eggs, salted eggs... The translucent white rice noodle wrappers are bulging with fillings, and then drizzled with rich peanut sesame sauce, leaving diners anxious: How much weight will I gain after slurping down a plate? 👉 "Cakes" Cakes made from rice milk are finely pan-fried over a hot, thick layer of batter. With a sizzling sound, the cakes turn golden in the frying pan. They're then drizzled with curry sauce, beaten eggs, and sprinkled with chopped green onions. Once served, they're topped with a special sauce or sprinkled with sugar. Fried cakes are best eaten hot, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, leaving a mouthful of oil and fragrance. Adding chili sauce makes them even more delicious! I bet you won't crave them. - 👉 "Beef" 🌙Recommended check-in spots: Guantang Brothers Beef Hotpot Restaurant (Guantang Main Branch), Guantang Youjian Beef Restaurant (a time-honored Chaozhou establishment), Xindi Beef Offal Neck fillet, hanging dragon, toes, five-flowered toes, chest lard... How exciting is the Chaozhou way of enjoying beef? Chaozhou people are incredibly passionate about their beef: from slaughter to table, no more than four hours, meticulous butchering, a fresh-tasting beef bone broth base, precise blanching, springy, juicy hand-made beef balls, and meticulously seasoned... This plate of beef races against time, achieving the ultimate in freshness. Dipping it in shacha sauce and a special chili soy sauce makes it refreshing, tender, and instantly captivating. That's when you realize that even becoming a star requires skill! - 👉"Fish and Shrimp Sashimi" 🌙Recommended Shops: Guantang Shangxian Fish Sashimi, Braised Goose, Chaozhou Pickled Vegetables, Clay Pot Porridge, Chengfa Fish Sashimi Chaozhou people often enjoy "Fish and Shrimp Sashimi" for a late-night snack. The fish is slaughtered to order, sliced, and plated in a seamless process, creating glistening, thin slices. Topped with over a dozen side dishes, including sweet potato, sliced starfruit, sliced garlic, shredded radish, preserved radish, and fried peanuts, the dish is then drizzled with their signature sauce. Toss and sip for a burst of freshness and sweetness! The thin, translucent shrimp sashimi is crispy and glutinous, and dipped in mustard and soy sauce for a refreshing, icy, and sweet bite—perfect for a summertime late-night snack. - 👉"Food Stalls" 🌙Recommended Shops: Aju Stir-fry, A Liao Stir-fry, and A Wen Stir-fry When it comes to Chaozhou late-night snacks, especially on summer nights, finding a lively food stall with stir-fry and beer is the ultimate indulgence. Specializing in Teochew home-style dishes, they offer stir-fried squid with chives, stir-fried thin shellfish, deep-fried fish with tofu and pepper, stir-fried water spinach, pan-fried bamboo shoot dumplings, Phoenix chicken rice noodle rolls, braised bamboo fish with soybean paste, stir-fried rice noodles with beef and kale, oyster omelets, braised fish with scallions and ginger, stir-fried conch slices, and garlic spare ribs... There's always something to please your taste buds, freshly prepared and delicious, affordable, and delicious. #TeochewTravel #TeochewFood #TeochewAncientCity #TeochewTravelGuide #TeochewMust-VisitChaozhou

In the past, Chaozhou was divided into four directions: east, south, west and north. The east gate is the Guangji Tower today, the north gate is the area of ​​Beige Buddha Lantern Scenic Spot, the south gate is the area of ​​the ancient city below the Hanjiang Bridge, and the west gate is the intersection of Xinqiao East and West Roads, where shops are now lined up. The Ximen Eel Rice Noodles got its name because it is located here. I have been eating Ximen Eel Rice Noodles since I was a child, and I still remember to have a meal when I go back. I didn't expect that the elderly family members who went back with me this time would still remember it, saying that they had eaten it delicious last time and must have another meal. Eel Rice Noodles Can be stir-fried, can be added to soup, or can be cooked into porridge. Stir-frying will be more fragrant... Each person ordered a large portion of fried eel rice noodles and a double soup, which is enough. The size of the eel rice noodle is just the difference in the amount of eel, just order according to your taste and appetite; the double soup is a mix of fish dumplings and beef balls, and those who like a stronger taste can order sauce (🆓 fee). In fact, there are so many Chaozhou rice noodles, and there is a difference between fried rice noodles and soup rice noodles. Fried rice noodles are more resilient. This delicacy is a bit greasy, so it would be better to order soup. There are also other orders for those who don’t like scaleless fish. In order to let my family eat eel rice noodles, I actually came twice... [Grin] #Chaozhou Ancient City "Sigh" Tea Tasting History #Local Food #Try the Authentic Old Brand #Local Specialty Snacks #Chaozhou Travel