Wuyuan County, praised as the Most Beautiful Countryside in China, is located in the northeast corner of Jiangxi Province in east China, Wuyuan County neighbors Jingdezhen to the west, Quzhou of Zhejiang Ptovince to the east, Yellow Mountain of Anhui Province to the north, and Mt. Sanqingshan in Jiangxi Province's Shangrao City to the south. Undulating hills descend from the higher northeast part to the lower southwest.
Facts of Wuyuan
Chinese Name: 婺源 (wù yuán)
Location:  in the northeast corner of Jiangxi Province in east China,
Area: 2,948 square kilometers (1,138 square miles)
Population: 372,200 (2018)
Area Code: 0793
Zip Code: 333200
Administrative Division: Belonging to Shangrao City of Jiangxi, it has one residential district, ten towns, and six villages.
Seat of Government: No.1 Rancheng Road, Wuyuan County

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History of Wuyuan
Having stood for more than 1,000 years, Wuyuan County was first set up in 740 during the Tang Dynasty (618-907). It is an essential part of the ancient Huizhou Culture, with a series of ancient villages retaining the typical Huizhou residences, mansions of historical celebrities, ancestral halls, and antique gallery bridges. Many scholars and talented people in history leave the country with a deep cultural legacy.

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What to see in Wuyuan?
A piece of photographic work named “Heaven on Earth” capturing the wonder moment of Jiangling canola terraces won first prize in an international photo competition. Nowadays, lots of photographic exhibitions are held in Wuyuan. Numerous tourists and photographers linger there to find the ideal shooting points and wait for the best time and light. Jiangling Village’s rape flowers and Changxi Village’s fiery maple trees are top themes for experienced photographers.

Sanqingshan Scenic Area	Jiangwan Ancient Village	Likeng Ancient Village
Huangling Ancient Village	Xiaoqi Ancient Village	Wangkou Ancient Village

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When to visit ?
With subtropical monsoon moist climate, Wuyuan has distinct four seasons. The annual average temperature is approximately 16.8°C , while the high temperature can reach 35°C during its hottest month July. The annual rainfall averages 1,962 mm, with rainy season from April to June.

The best time to visit is from March to April, when the rape flowers are in full bloom. August to October is a good time to see the unique scene of "Dry Crops in Autumn", while November and December are the right months to appreciate the fiery maple leaves. 

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How to get to Wuyuan?
By Air: Sanqingshan Airport, now under construction, serves for the transportation of scenery spots including Mount Sanqing, Wuyuan and so forth. As a regional airport, the standard of construction aims to reach Grade 4C which is available for the take-off and landing of Boeing 737. Visitors can also choose to arrive at Jingdezhen Airport, Huangshan Airport, Nanchang Airport, or Quzhou Airport first, and then take a bus to the county.
By Train:   Beijing - Fuzhou High Speed Railway, with a stop in Wuyuan, is regarded as ‘the most beautiful high speed railway in China’. Travelers can take trains to this county from many cities in east and south China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Huangshan, Fuzhou, Xiamen, Nanchang, Hefei, Jinan, Qingdao, Tianjin, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.
Wuyuan Railway Station is the closest railway station to access Wuyuan countryside, China's most beautiful countryside. The closest village is only about 6 miles (10 kilometers) away and the furthest one is about 40 miles (60 kilometers) away. About 2 miles (3 kilometers) away, lies the Wuyuan County and 3.5 miles (5.5 kilometers) away is the North Coach Station, which operates buses to picturesque villages around.
Address: near the junction of Jiangwan Avenue and Zhantianyou 
By Bus:  Jingdezhen, Shangrao, Quzhou, Yingtan, Jiujiang, Huangshan, and Nanchang in Jiangxi Province and nearby areas have frequent shuttles to the county. Shanghai, Hangzhou, Wuhan, and Guangzhou also have through buses.

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Wuyuan Travel Tips
Where to stay: There are several star-rated hotels in the downtown, but the accommodation standard in the rural area is limited. Many tourists like to stay in the local houses or inns in the ancient villages. After a whole day’s trip, a rest in the small but cozy inns would be a good way to feel the authentic local lifestyle and communicate with the honest and simple local people.
Wuyuan Dining: The famous local food includes Steamed Red Carp, Paste Dishes (Tofu Paste, Pumpkin Paste), Steamed Meat/Veg with Rice Powder, Pickled Fish in Wine, fiddlehead greens, Green Dumpling (Qingtuan), and Steamed Rice Cake. The local osmanthus wine, rice wine, and green tea are worth trying.
Wuyuan Shopping: Red carp, green tea, black Dragon Tail Inkstone, and white Jiangwan Snow Pear are the typical four local products of Wuyuan. The exquisite woodcarvings and oiled paper umbrellas are best souvenirs. Chaxiang West Road and Zhuzi Pedestrian Street in the downtown are popular shopping areas.
Wuyuan Nightlife: Besides the natural scenery, visitors can know more about the local culture through various kinds of special activities and folk performances. One can join the villagers to pick tea-leaves, watch the local Huizhou Opera, Performance of Hometown In Dream or enjoy the Nuo Dance which is to drive away devils and pray for blessings. The dragon lantern parade on Lantern Festival, the Piling Pagoda Worship Ceremony on Mid-Autumn Day, and the tourism festival every November provide more amusements. Read More: Wuyuan Nightlife 

Wuyuan Useful Numbers: 
Bank of China: No.1, Dongxi Road
Post Office: No. 1, Tianyou Road, Ziyang Town
People Hospital: No. 17, South Wengong Road
Useful Telephone Numbers: Police: 110; Fire: 119; Ambulance: 120; Traffic: 122; Weather Forecast: 121; Tourist Complaint: 0793-7343686

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