Haijaling is located at the southwestern tip of Jiaxi Town, bordering Hudong Town to the north and facing the sea to the south. The mountain range extends six to seven kilometers from north to south, featuring peaks such as Taipingzhang, Longchuanzhang, Rentouzhang, and Lianhuafeng. The main peak stands at an elevation of 214 meters. The entire mountain ridge resembles a mighty dragon rushing toward the sea, exuding grandeur and breathtaking magnificence. The scenic area boasts extraordinary peaks, blue seas, green mountains,…
In 1927, the Chinese Communist Party led the world-shocking Nanchang Uprising on August 1st, using revolutionary arms to resist counter-revolutionary forces and firing the first shot of armed struggle against the Kuomintang reactionaries. From then on, our Party led the people across the country onto the path of seizing political power through armed struggle. The military situation at the time was very unfavorable for the uprising forces, as the powerful...
Zhou Enlai’s Former Residence (Site of His Convalescence) is located in Huangcuoliao Village, Jinxian Town, Lufeng City. In early October 1927, the troops from the Nanchang Uprising marched southward to Haifeng-Lufeng. Accompanied by Yang Shipeng, Secretary of the Shantou Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, Zhou Enlai, then a member of the Provisional Politburo of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Front Committee, along with fellow uprising army commander-in-chief Ye Ting, Commander of the 11th Army, Political Commissar Nie Rongzhen of the 11th Army...
From May to November 1927, under the leadership of comrades such as Peng Pai, the people of Haifeng and Lufeng launched three armed uprisings. Following the victory of the third uprising, a Workers', Peasants', and Soldiers' Congress was convened on November 3 at Longshan School, proclaiming the establishment of the first Soviet government in China. This congress...
Guangfu Temple, also known as "Guangfu Nunnery" or "Qiaotou Palace," is located in the northwestern suburbs of Jieshi Town, Lufeng City. It is said to have been first built in the late Southern Song Dynasty, and there is a saying among locals that “Guangfu predates Xuanwu,” making it a long-standing Buddhist historical site. On either side of the temple’s mountain gate are inscribed couplets: “The Boundless Tongue speaks truthful words; the Sprouts of Blessing and Wisdom bloom into Bodhi flowers...”
Guangde Chan Temple is located at No. 26 Guangde Alley, Jieshi Town, Lufeng City. The temple was first built during the Southern Song Dynasty, rebuilt in the 28th year of the Wanli reign in the Ming Dynasty, and renovated in the 48th year of the Kangxi reign in the Qing Dynasty. Originally designed with a layout of three bays, four courtyards, plus left and right corridor wings, the existing structure preserves the first three courtyards from the Qing Dynasty, covering an area of over 2,000 square meters, with an actual built-up area of more than 5…
Shizhai Village, also known as Shicheng, is located in Da’an Town, Lufeng City, and is a “double-status” national-level ancient village. Renowned among China’s ancient villages, it was first built in the fifth year of the Wude era of the Tang Dynasty (622 AD), boasting a history of over 1,300 years. It underwent large-scale construction by the end of the Ming Dynasty. It is said that the earliest settlers in Shizhai Village were from the Shi family...
The Fushan Mazu Tourist Area is located at the foot of Fushan Mountain in Lucheng, near the Xiahu Highway Entrance of the Shenshan Expressway in Lufeng, enjoying convenient transportation and a superior geographical environment. Within the area stands the Tianhou Palace, nestled against Fushan Mountain and facing the Luohe River, embraced by hills and waters with enchanting scenery. Originally built within Lucheng City, the Tianhou Palace was relocated to its current site in the ninth year of the Yongzheng reign (1731 AD)...
Faliu Mountain Tourist Area is located to the north of Tanxi Town, bordering Xingdu Economic Experimental Zone to the south, Hexi Town to the north, and Haifeng County to the west. With its beautiful environment, it is a destination that combines tourism and religious significance. The area features the historic Qingfeng Chan Temple, originally named "Dengguang Temple" and commonly known as "Chengzai An." The temple is situated in Hongmian Chengzi Mountain at the foot of Faliu Mountain...
Bawan Kan Zhongshan Scenic Area is located at the junction of Bawan, Chengdong, and Hedong towns, boasting beautiful scenery and unique mountainous landscapes. The mountain features two waterfalls, the site of the headquarters of the anti-Qing uprising army led by Su Liu during the Qing Dynasty, the ancient Qisengniang Palace built in the third year of the Kangxi reign (1664), as well as numerous cliff inscriptions. Kan Zhongshan enjoys excellent natural ecology, with a variety of…
Guanyin Mountain, also known as Fozai Mountain, is located southeast of Dongzhu and Xibei villages in Qiaochong Town, on the western side of the Jiebo River Highway section, bordering Jieshi Port to the west, and surrounded by Hupi Reservoir and Xiangshui Reservoir. The main peak of Guanyin Mountain stands at an elevation of 640 meters. It earned its name because the massive rock atop the peak resembles Guanyin (the Goddess of Mercy) seated on a lotus throne, facing the sea. The area features undulating mountains,…
Huangtangzhang is located about 8 kilometers northwest of Xinan Town, Lufeng City, with an elevation of 370 meters. At its highest point, there was once an aviation navigation beacon, and from the summit, you can see the boundaries of Haifeng, Luhe, and Lufeng counties (cities). The Tianbaodong Guanyin Temple is situated on the mountainside at around 300 meters above sea level on Huangtangzhang. Surrounded by lush woods and fresh air…
Yuzhao Park is located in the city center of Lucheng and was built on a small island in the Donghe River, which runs through the city. Adjacent to the Longshan Scenic Area, it is a picturesque river peninsula park. The park features a variety of amusement facilities, pleasant scenery, and structures such as an arch bridge, a zigzag bridge, and rockeries with fountains. Beneath the Yuzhao Arch Bridge lies a large expanse of lotus and water lily plants. In spring and summer,…
The Hudong Lion King Scenic Area is located in Hudong Town, Lufeng City, approximately 48 kilometers from Lucheng. It is commonly known as "Houhai" (Rear Sea). The waters of Houhai are part of Hudong Port, which was historically called Ninghai Port and is one of the three major fishing ports in Lufeng. This coastal area boasts enchanting natural scenery, with about 2.5 kilometers of shoreline. At just 120 meters from the shore…
Formerly known as Bi’an Village, Baisha Village nestles against mountains and beside water. From an aerial view, its layout resembles a huge crab. The small hill behind the village is covered in woods, and in the peak of summer, blooming vegetation fills the air with fragrance while migratory birds create melodious sounds, making the scenery truly refreshing. In front of the village lie expansive fields and tidal creeks. In late autumn, green crops fill the fields and pools are teeming with blue crabs, while fishing sheds line the shores and ducks soar overhead… In the distance, the winding waters of Wukeng Port rise and fall with the tides, with seabirds chasing the waves. The natural environment here is exceptionally pristine. Baisha Village (including the two natural villages Longzhu and Dean) now has a population of over 9,300. All residents share the surname Shen and speak the Hokkien dialect.
Hukeng Village is located in the northern suburbs of Bomei Town, Lufeng City, Guangdong Province. In front of the village gate stands a Yao’dou Pond, beyond which paddy fields stretch from north to south, and rolling hills connect around the settlement. The Banwan River flows behind the village toward Wukan Port at the southern end. Surrounding the village are dozens of types of trees, including banyans, green bamboos, and litchi trees, with several banyan trees being 500–600 years old old!
Datang Village is located in the southwestern part of Qiaochong Town, Lufeng City. There is a river on each side of the village, running from north to south like jade belts encircling the area, hence it was originally called "Jindai Tang" (Golden Belt Pond), later abbreviated to "Dai Tang," and eventually known as "Datang." The local dialect is Southern Min Hokkien. The village was first established in the fourth year of the Hongwu era during the Ming Dynasty (1371), covering a total area of approximately 11 square kilometers. Its current layout remains well-preserved and orderly...
In history, Dadong Village was known as Shànqìng Lóu (善庆楼), initially built in the 5th year of the Hongzhi era during the Ming Dynasty (1492 AD). It now has a population of over 2,000, all surnamed Lin. The architectural style of Dadong Village features the unique "Five Horses Dragging a Carriage" formation, which embodies Confucian cultural significance. It is aligned along the central meridian line and was constructed in the 21st year of the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty (1594 AD) by the seventh-generation ancestor, Scholar Kěshèng Gōng. It took nine years to complete. The wife of the eighth-generation ancestor, Jinshi Lín Chéngxiáng—Madam Wáng (the daughter of the then-serving Prime Minister surnamed Wang, referred to as the “Capital Madam”)—and their son Lín Chángchūn further refined the structure. It has stood for over 400 years. Dadong Village is located to the west of Lufeng City, 10 kilometers from the city center, adjacent to the location of the Tánxī Town government. Its coordinates are 116°06′ east longitude and 22°45′ north latitude, at an elevation of about 90 meters. National Highway 324 and the Shenshan Expressway run behind the village. The village faces south and backs north.
Longjiang Ancient Temple in Lufeng is located in the northern suburbs of Bomei Town, built at the foot of a mountain and approximately 600 meters from the Guangzhou-Shantou Highway. The temple faces south and is nestled against the rolling Banwan River, which adds to its picturesque charm. Longjiang Ancient Temple boasts a long and storied history.
Yuching Palace, locally referred to as the "Yudi Palace," is located on Dutou Mountain in the northeast direction of Dongfang Village (formerly Lujiaotou Village), Jiazi Town. The palace was first built in the late Song Dynasty, over 700 years ago. It was renovated in the ninth year of the Kangxi reign during the Qing Dynasty; after being destroyed by a strong typhoon in the 12th year of the Daoguang reign, it was rebuilt in the 19th year under the supervision of Taoist priest Liao Daoshou. In the 22nd year of the Republic of China...