A landlocked province, Jiangxi offers alluring rural charm with its rolling tapestry of rice paddies, rivers, mountains and lakes. The capital city, Nanchang, provides a dose of provincial charm, while the surrounding cities and countryside showcases over 1,000 years of porcelain-making history, hiking trails, fairytale-esque villages and tea houses.
Things to do in Jiangxi
You can start your Jiangxi holiday in the capital city of Nanchang, where the scenic Ganjiang River sets the scene for waterfront dining and parks. Don’t miss seeing the iconic Pavilion of Prince Teng, one of the Three Great Towers of southern China, or the nearby Shizi Peak, which boasts fascinating rock formations, local restaurants and river views.
Nature lovers will enjoy exploring the various mountains around Jiangxi, such as the mist-covered Mount Sanqing, a sacred Taoist mountain with dramatic cliffs. Alternatively, head to Mount Longhu, known as one of the birthplaces of Taoism, or the Wugong Mountains, which is almost 2,000 metres.
Looking for a one-of-a-kind experience? The Heritage-listed Lushan Quaternary Glaciation National Geopark extends from the Yangtze River to the Lake Poyang basin and grants access to dramatic peaks and valleys, natural caves, cascading waterfalls and Taoist and Buddhist temples. Don’t miss seeing the 180-million-year-old Yilong Cave, which is about 4.2 kilometres long and filled with stalagmites and stalactites.
Discover the province’s rich porcelain-making traditions at the Sculpture Factory in Jingdezhen. This is a street where the city’s best porcelain makers set up stalls, displays, workshops and factories. You can browse locally-owned shops for porcelain tea sets and attend one of the informative lessons at the Pottery Workshop.
Getting around Jiangxi
Jiangxi is best accessed by flying into Nanchang Changbei International Airport. The cities within Jiangxi are well-connected via high-speed trains, well-maintained highways and domestic flights. You can get around most cities using buses or taxis.