Longhu Mountain
Danxia cliffside hanging coffins, Tianshi Mansion, the ancestral home of Taoism, and bamboo raft drifting through scenery like a landscape painting.
52% recommend
Yingtan
29.8°7-day forecastYingtan
Today9/10
29.8°
21.6°
Fri9/11
29.8°
21.6°
Sat9/12
30.8°
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Sun9/13
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34.8°
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Wed9/16
28.8°
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Today
High
29.8°
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21.6°
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7.9
Humidity
69%
Yingtan travel guide
Yingtan is a seriously underrated treasure of a city, with World Natural Heritage Danxia landforms, deep Taoist culture, and food that delivers a satisfying spicy kick. Here is a 3-day, 2-night in-depth itinerary that keeps the route easy and efficient.
Itinerary Route Plan
- Day 1: Arrive in Yingtan → Bamboo raft drifting at Longhu Mountain → Watch the hanging coffin performance at Taohua Islet → Shangqing Ancient Town & Tianshi Mansion → Watch the live performance *Dreaming of Longhu Mountain* in the evening.
- Day 2: Yingtan Museum → Yuehuyan Park → Citywalk in the downtown area, with snacks at Xingyuan Market → Visit Kaixiang Night Market or try local barbecue in the evening.
- Day 3: Fantawild Oriental Heritage (or water fun at Baihe Lake Xixili) → Try the specialty straw-smoked duck → Return trip.
Must-Visit Attractions
Shangqing Ancient Town
The No. 1 Taoist town, with bluestone lanes, old Ming and Qing storefronts, slow strolls through historic streets, and authentic local snacks.
41% recommend
Elephant Trunk Mountain
A giant elephant-shaped rock drinking from the water, misty scenery, hiking boardwalks, and mountain views all to yourself.
29% recommend
Tianshi Mansion
The ancestral home of the Zhengyi school of Taoism, with grand architecture and towering ancient trees, known as the “prime minister’s residence” of Longhu Mountain.
23% recommend
Taohua Islet
Watch the coffin-raising performance, experience the unusual hanging coffin custom, and feel the thrill of an ancient ritual.
23% recommend
Must-Eat Food Guide
Beef Bone Rice Noodles
The beef bones are stewed until the meat slips off with a sip; the broth is rich, the noodles are silky, and one bite is unforgettable.
32% recommend
Beef Rice Noodles
A rich soup base, spicy and flavorful beef topping, and beef bones stewed until the meat falls off with a sip.
22% recommend
Stir-Fried Rice Noodles
Full of wok hei, rich with savory sauce, soft and chewy without being greasy, and packed with authentic Jiangxi flavor.
16% recommend
Fish with Broad Bean Chili Sauce
Tender fish and a rich sauce make it an unbeatable dish with rice, even locals love taking it to go.
12% recommend
Malatang
The soup base is the soul: bright red, fresh, and spicy, with ingredients soaking up the broth until every bite keeps you coming back.
11% recommend
Accommodation and Transportation Tips
- Where to Stay: For a two-day trip, consider staying at a guesthouse in Shangqing Ancient Town, which has an old-world feel and makes it convenient to enter the scenic area early the next day. For a city stay, choose somewhere near Kaixiang or Tianhong, where the commercial area is lively and restaurants, shops, and supermarkets are all close by.
- Transportation Guide: Take the high-speed rail to Yingtan North Station. From the station, there are direct buses to the scenic area or K2 buses (RMB 4, about 50 minutes). Inside the scenic area, you must take the sightseeing buses, as the attractions are quite far apart.
Pitfall-Avoidance Tips
- Sun Protection and Heat Prevention: August is extremely sunny, and the bamboo rafts have no canopy, so be sure to apply sunscreen and wear a hat. It is recommended to climb in the morning and go rafting in the afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
- Performance Times: The hanging coffin performance has fixed showtimes each day, such as 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, and 16:00. Check the schedule in advance so you do not make a wasted trip.
- Spice Warning: Yingtan cuisine tends to be spicy. If you cannot handle spicy food, be sure to clearly ask for “mildly spicy” in advance, and keep milk on hand to cool the heat.
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Yingtan (Jiangxi) temperature on 2026-09-10: high about 29.8°, low about 21.6°, cloudy. Today's detail plus a seven-day trend and a comparison with other cities in the province. Updated daily; not an official warning.