# Jieyang

Jieyang (揭阳; Gêg⁴ion⁵ in Teochew, Jiēyáng in Mandarin) is a city in Guangdong Province in China.There are no tall buildings here. What you can do is to sleep until you wake up naturally and then visit the temples all over the city, the arcades with southern characteristics, the alleys that cross the old city, and taste the local specialties. It is a place worth visiting for leisure.

## Understand
### Orientation

Jieyang is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Guangdong Province. It is located in the eastern part of Guangdong Province, adjacent to Shantou, Shanwei, Meizhou and other places. Jieyang has a long history and profound cultural heritage, and has gone through multiple stages of development. The history of Jieyang can be traced back to the Qin Dynasty, when it belonged to the jurisdiction of Nanhai County. In the Tang Dynasty, Jieyang established "Jieyang County", which was an important administrative district. Jieyang has been an important node on the Maritime Silk Road since ancient times. Especially in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Jieyang became a prosperous city of commerce.

### History

Jieyang's name comes from Jieyang Ridge, one of the ancient Five Ridges. It is said that in the 33rd year of Emperor Qin Shihuang's reign, a man in golden armor settled in an undeveloped desolate land, lifted the fog, and made the sun shine on the earth, thus bringing vitality and prosperity.
Jieyang's history can be traced back thousands of years. As early as the late Neolithic Age, there were traces of human activities in the Jieyang area. Jieyang belonged to the Nanyue Kingdom in the Zhou Dynasty. During the Tang Dynasty, Jieyang was under the jurisdiction of Chaozhou and developed relatively steadily. During the Song Dynasty, the Jieyang area gradually developed into an important commercial and cultural center. Jieyang is one of the important birthplaces of Chaoshan culture, forming the Chaozhou dialect and Chaoshan culture with local characteristics.
In fact, Jieyang's historical and cultural heritage is far deeper than people imagine. Every period of the city's history can be found in the city. In fact, Jieyang is an unpolished small city. It does not have the petty bourgeoisie of a big city, but only a strong market atmosphere, which makes people intoxicated if they are not careful.

### Climate

Jieyang has sufficient sunshine, abundant rainfall, no snow, little frost, and significant monsoon. The annual dominant wind direction is easterly, dry and cold in winter, and hot and humid in summer. Disaster weather conditions include heavy rain, typhoons, thunderstorms, droughts and floods, low temperature frost, tornadoes, hail, etc.

### Talk

Teochew is the main language spoken in Jieyang, though most people can speak Mandarin as well. English is, to cut a long story short, virtually non-existent.

## Get in
### By plane

* 23.568611116.4151 Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (揭阳潮汕国际机场 SWA ) (in the towns of Paotai and Denggang). If you a citizen of some countries and in transit to a third country, you may be eligible for a six-day visa waiver to visit Guangdong under certain circumstances if you are entering through Jieyang airport — see the Guangdong article for more details.

### By train

* The Meishan Railway in Jieyang City has Jieyang Station and Jieyang Airport Station; the Xiamen-Shenzhen Railway has Puning Station and Kuitan Station in Jieyang City.
* 23.5478116.18032 Jieyang Station (（揭阳站）), S17 (Shantou-Kunming Expressway) in, ☏ +86 663-12306. An intermediate station of Meishan Railway. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.2923116.18143 Puning station ((普宁站)), Zhanqian Middle Road, Puning City, ☏ +86 663-12306. A station on the Xiamen-Shenzhen section of the Hangzhou-Shenzhen Railway (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.4392116.27574 Kuitan station (（葵潭站）), Wenhua Road, Kuitan Town, Huilai County, ☏ +86 663-12306. A passenger station for the Xiamen-Shenzhen Railway. (updated Dec 2024)

## Get around

Jieyang is more suitable for friends who travel by car. Even if you don't drive, it's not troublesome to take the high-speed rail.
The attractions are concentrated in the old city area around Jinxianmen, which can be reached on foot. Jieyang's streets are narrow, so it is recommended to use shared bicycles or shared electric vehicles, which are cheaper and free. Please pay attention to safety when using them.
Booking Didi on WeChat is the fastest and easiest way.
You can also choose to take the bus, but the frequency may be less, so you need to know it in advance. When riding, just tell the driver where to get off. The bus is also a particularly preferential option

## See

* 23.535024116.3579441 Jinxian Gate (进贤门 Jìnxián Mén). A Chinese-style entrance gate to the city, built during the Ming Dynasty. (updated Jan 2016)
* 23.538371116.3513622 Jieyang Museum (揭阳博物馆), 7 Hanci Road, Rongcheng District (榕城区韩祠路7号) (a short distance to the west of Jin Xian Men), ☏ +86 663 8622792. 09:00-11:30, 14:30-17:00, closed on Mondays. The museum is housed inside the Jieyang Confucius Temple (揭阳学宫). Free. (updated Apr 2019)
* 23.5387116.32923 Shuangfeng Temple (（双峰寺）), Mashan Lane, Rongcheng District (take bus No. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 17, 18, the inner ring of the urban area, the outer ring of the urban area, etc. and get off at Jinxianmen station. Then walk west along Sixian Road to the intersection with Guanyinzai Street, and walk south along Guanyinzai Street for about 250 meters). Daily 04 :30-18:00. Shuangfeng Temple was first built in the 10th year of Shaoxing in the Song Dynasty (1140). Its original site was at Dushuang Mountain in Panxi (now Shuangshan Village in Guiling Town). It was founded by Zen Master Fashan. In the early Ming Dynasty, Zen Master Shishan moved it to the current site of Mashan Lane in the county seat. It was a large monastery in eastern Guangdong. At that time, the temple was magnificent, the Buddha was solemn, and the forest was lush with bamboos. free. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.5313116.39344 Huangqi Mountain (（黄岐山）), The junction of Puning City and Jieyang City (you can take bus No. 1, First Ring Line A, First Ring Line B, Second Ring Line A, Second Ring Line B to Huangqishan Station (bus station), and then walk to Huangqishan Forest Park; you can navigate to "Huangqishan Parking Lot", the parking fee is ¥10). all day. Huangqi Mountain is close to the railway station. It is a good choice for mountain climbing in Jieyang. This mountain is also one of the eight ancient scenic spots in Jieyang, and there are many cultural relics. There are steps on the mountain, and it is a good place to overlook the scenery of Jieyang. free. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.5542116.69465 Huangmanzhai Waterfalls (（黄满寨瀑布）), Starting from Jieyang City, go west along the Jiepu Expressway, get off the expressway after reaching Jiexi County, and follow the signs to Huangmanzhai Waterfall‌ (in the upper reaches of the Cukeng River in Cukeng Village, Jingxiyuan, Jiexi County.). Daily 08:30-17:30. The river water rushes down here, forming a natural waterfall with a width of 80 meters and a drop of nearly 100 meters. It enjoys the reputation of "the first waterfall in Lingnan". It has rich historical and cultural connotations. The "Wang Mang Cave" in the waterfall group is said to be the place where Wang Mang lived in seclusion during the Western Han Dynasty. The cave is narrow and tortuous, full of mystery. In addition, there are historical and cultural relics such as the Canfeng Temple, Butterfly Spring, and the Big Buddha around the waterfall group. Each of them carries rich historical stories and cultural legends, allowing tourists to appreciate the natural beauty while gaining a deep understanding of the local history and culture. Adult ¥90, student ¥40. (updated Dec 2024)

## Do
### Activities

* Teochew Opera23.5444116.37161 Chaozhou opera (（潮剧）), Jieyang Chaozhou Opera Inheritance and Protection Center, ☏ +86 663-8687117. Tours last at least 45 minutes. also known as "Chaoyin opera" and "Baizi opera", was formed before the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty and was named after the founding of New China. Early Chaozhou opera had a close relationship with southern opera. The roles have undergone development and changes over the generations. Now they are divided into 10 kinds of ugly, 7 kinds of female, 5 kinds of male, and 3 kinds of clown. The performances of female and ugly are more distinctive. Jieyang has always been known as the "hometown of drama" and "hometown of small drama". free. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.2875116.462 Iron rod puppets (（纸影戏）), Yuhu Village (bus No. 1, bus No. 18, New Energy Line 3, or No. 2 pass by the station near Gangkou Village). Tours last at least 30 minutes. have been introduced to eastern Guangdong for about 700 years and are a unique art form in Chaoshan. Before the late Qing Dynasty, paper shadow play was called "bamboo window paper shadow play". Various figures were carved from cowhide and decorated with colors. During the performance, an oil lamp was placed inside the stage and a bamboo frame was installed on the stage, which was covered with transparent white paper as a projection place, hence the name "bamboo window paper shadow play". free. (updated Dec 2024)

### Festival

* Yingge dance23.5521116.37283 Yingge dance (英歌舞), Jieyang Tower Square. At least half an hour. is a traditional folk dance in Jieyang City with a history of more than 300 years. It is considered a symbol of promoting good and suppressing evil, auspiciousness and peace. It is deeply loved and respected by the people. It has been passed down from generation to generation among the people and has a broad mass and social foundation. Yingge dance is always performed during the Spring Festival, Lantern Festival and major celebrations. free. (updated Dec 2024)
* Dragon Boat Race23.5466116.36924 Dragon Boat Race (（赛龙舟）), Jieyang Rongjiang. At least 45 minutes. According to legend, it originated from the fact that the people of Chu State were reluctant to see the virtuous minister Qu Yuan commit suicide by jumping into the river, so many people rowed boats to chase him and save him. Later, it evolved into dragon boat racing on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month every year to express commemoration, and to drive away the fish in the river to prevent them from eating Qu Yuan's body. free. (updated Dec 2024)

## Buy

Jieyang LeTian Plaza（揭阳乐天广场） on Jiefang Road, it is a large shopping center with various stores, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
Jieyang Times Square（揭阳时代广场） in the Rongcheng District, it is a comprehensive commercial square that integrates shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Jieyang Hengbao Square（揭阳恒宝广场: in Jiedong District, it is a large shopping center featuring international and local brands, as well as various dining options.
ieyang Xinghui Square（揭阳星汇广场） in Rongcheng District, it is a commercial complex primarily focused on shopping and entertainment, housing a variety of branded stores.

## Eat

* Puning Dried Tofu23.42089116.205451 Deyuanqiao Fried Dried Tofu (德元桥炸豆干), No. 4, Deyuanqiao Area, Yongchun Village, Minggang Village, ☏ +86 13076578634. daily 14:30-18:00. Fresh dried tofu is fried over high heat to create a crispy shell. Inside the crispy texture is a smooth, hot semi-fluid substance. If you are not careful when eating it, you will take a big bite and get burned. ¥4.5 per serving. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.50478116.486642 Huilai mung bean cake (惠来绿豆饼), No. 12, Zhongsheng Road, ☏ +86 13532816017. daily 09:00-22:00. Is made from high-quality flour, nutritious mung bean filling, and special ingredients. It is fragrant, crisp, soft, fragrant, attractive, delicate and soft, and is a popular traditional pastry snack in the market. Single serving: ¥11.88. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.52478116.368543 Lianhua Vegetarian Restaurant (莲华素食府 Lianhua Sushi Fu), Shop 10, Building A, Ronghu Community, south of Wangjiang North Road and west of Tongde Road, Xinxing Street (northwest corner of the intersection of Renhe Road and Tongde Road), ☏ +86 663 8630902. 11:00-14:00, 17:00-20:30. Vegetarian chain restaurant also found in Shantou and Chaozhou. (updated Dec 2024)

## Drink

Chaoshan Tie Guan Yin (潮汕铁观音). Chaoshan Tie Guan Yin, possibly produced in Jieyang, is a type of oolong tea known for its distinctive roasting process and unique aroma.
White Hair Oolong (白毫乌龙). White Hair Oolong is a refined oolong tea, and Jieyang's climate and soil conditions may influence the tea's quality, giving it a unique flavor.
Fenghuang Dancong (凤凰单枞). Jieyang's proximity to Fenghuang Mountain may result in the production of Fenghuang Dancong tea, a type of oolong known for its single-tree variety and elegant taste.
White Hair Green Tea (白毫绿茶). Jieyang may also produce some White Hair Green Tea, characterized by tender white tea buds, offering a fresh taste and aroma.

## Sleep

* 23.3116.18091 Puning Jiahua Hotel (普宁嘉桦大酒店), Liusha Huancheng South Road, Puning City, ☏ +86 663-2799998, jiahua@jiahuahotel.net. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. It is a modern, fashionable and diversified hotel built to five-star standards, integrating catering, guest rooms, entertainment and business meetings. ¥468 per night. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.5495116.3742 Lavande Hotel (Jieyang Rongcheng) (麗枫酒店(揭阳榕城店)), No. 2, 16th to 19th floor, Guangdong Huanyu Building, northeast of the intersection of Ronghua Avenue and Jinxianmen Avenue, Rongcheng District, ☏ +86 663-8668779-0. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. The hotel is fully equipped with customized Mousse mattresses, which perfectly support your body and give you a full night of comfortable sleep; the rooms are equipped with intelligent control systems, electric curtains, shower music, large-screen LCD digital TVs, special fragrance toiletries, and wireless wifi; creating a comfortable, warm, interesting and fun experience space for you. ¥286 per night for two persons. (updated Dec 2024)
* 23.5452116.38393 Vienna International Hotel (Jieyang Tower) (维也纳国际酒店(揭阳楼店)), West of Lianhua Avenue, Dongshan District, Rongcheng District (south of Xinyang East Road) (west of Lianhua Avenue and south of Xinyang East Road in Dongshan District, only a 6-minute drive from the railway station, with convenient transportation.), ☏ +86 663-8500888, gdjyjylqt@wyn88.com. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. The hotel integrates guest rooms, conferences, catering, tourism and shopping. The hotel has a variety of warm guest rooms with complete facilities, including LCD network TV, independent broadband, super spacious massage shower, 24-hour solar hot water supply, central heating and cooling air conditioning and other facilities. ¥162 per night for two people. (updated Dec 2024)

## Go next

* Shantou