Huangmei (黄梅 Huángméi) is a town and county in the east of Hubei Province, bordering Anhui and Jiangxi along the Yangtze River.
Understand
[edit]Huangmei is known to Chinese people for Ohe tone (哦呵腔), a form of traditional Chinese opera also called the "picking tea song" and is popular in Hubei province.
Get in
[edit]By plane
[edit]1 Jiujiang Lushan Airport (九江庐山机场), No. 18 Airport Road, Port Street Town, Chaisang District. 6:00 - 19:30. Jiujiang Lushan Airport is about 40 kilometers away from Huangmei. It provides domestic flight services for surrounding areas and is the most commonly used air travel choice for Huangmei passengers.
By train
[edit]Huangmei has Huangmei Railway Station and Huangmei East Railway Station (high-speed railway station), and the high-speed railway line connects Wuhan, Nanchang, Jiujiang and other cities.
2 Huangmei Station (黄梅站). 6:00-22:30. Huangmei Station is an important railway station, located at the intersection of the Beijing-Jiuzhou Railway and the He'an-Jiuzhou High-speed Railway. As an important transportation hub in the region, Huangmei Station connects Central and East China, providing convenient railway services for passengers. 
By bus
[edit]Long-distance buses are the cheapest and most common way to travel to Huangmei. There are many buses from Wuhan, JiuJiang and Huanggang
3 Huangmei Passenger Terminal (黄梅客运站), No. 88 Huangmei Avenue. 6:00 - 19:30. Huangmei Passenger Terminal is the main long-distance passenger terminal in Huangmei, connecting surrounding cities and towns to provide convenient highway transportation services for passengers..
Get around
[edit]Taxis are cheap but not very common, as locals usually take one of the cheaper motor pedicabs to get around.
See
[edit]- 1 Gozo-ji Temple (五祖寺), 100 meters west of 059 Township Road, Wuzu Town. 08:00 - 16:30. the monastery of the fifth Patriarch of Chan (Zen), at East Mountain (TungShan). In 2019, there is a new tourist center next to WuZuZhen Village, and the road to the temple is closed for cars. The bus from the tourist center to the temple (15 minutes) leaves each half hour 15.
- Sizu Temple, monastery of the fourth Patriarch of Chan, at Double Peak Mountain (ShuangFengShan).
- Laozu Temple, in the mountain tea-growing area along a small lake.
All three temples are in the mountains north of Huangmei, and can be reached by car or taxi.
- GuTa, a historic Buddhist tower in the center of the city.
Do
[edit]1 Fourth Patriarch Temple (四祖寺), Sizu Temple Road. 8:00 - 17:00. Sizu Temple is an important holy place of Chinese Zen Buddhism. This is the place of practice and missionary work of the four ancestors of Zen Buddhism, which can be traced back to the Sui and Tang Dynasties. The temple is located in the beautiful mountains and forests, covered with clouds all year round, full of tranquility and sacred atmosphere. Here you can appreciate the birthplace of Chinese Zen culture and the charm of Zen thought. 10.
2 黄梅戏博物馆 (Huangmei Opera Museum), No. 123 Huangmei Avenue. 9:00 - 17:00. Huangmei Opera Museum is a museum specializing in the art and culture of Huangmei Opera. The origin, development process and important figures of Huangmei Opera are recorded here. The museum displays a wealth of opera materials, costumes, musical instruments and video materials, which makes people immersed in the charm of this traditional opera art. Here you can enjoy the art of traditional opera and feel the beautiful melody and unique charm of Huangmei Opera. free.
Buy
[edit]1 Huangmei Silk (黄梅丝绸), Handicraft market. 10:00-18:00. Huangmei silk is famous for its traditional handicraft production. The silk is soft, smooth and durable, and is widely used to make high-end clothing, scarves and bedding. This kind of silk is not only a practical product, but also carries the local handicraft culture. The silk is of excellent quality and exquisite in design. It is suitable as a gift and retains the traditional production process. It has collection value. 200-1000.
2 Huangmei Tea (黄梅茶叶), Huangmei Specialty Store. 8:00-17:00. The green tea produced by Huangmei is famous for its fragrant fragrance and sweet aftertaste. It is hand-picked with high-quality tea leaves in the mountains, which is of excellent quality. It is an excellent choice for gifts and self-use. Tea is rich in antioxidants, which is beneficial to health and suitable for daily drinking or as a gift. 50-300.
Buddhist Souvenirs (佛教纪念品). 9:00-18:00. Wuzu Temple and Sizu Temple sell a variety of Buddhist-related souvenirs, including Buddha beads, incense burners, amulets and scriptures. These items are not only of religious significance, but also of artistic value. They are special souvenirs purchased after the tour. Buddhist souvenirs are not only exquisite handicrafts but also rich in culture and religious significance. They can be used as gifts to convey blessings or keep them as souvenirs. 50-200.
Eat
[edit]- 1 Yuanfu Daotian Train Restaurant (袁夫稻田), Yong'an Dahe, ☏ +86 17398212903. Restaurant in a permanently parked renovated train in a nice setting with rice fields and a duck pond.There are also rooms to rent near the rice field and a Youth Hostel in a sleeper car of the train. ¥300–800.
- 2 Huangmei Tofu Skin (黄梅豆皮), Huangmei Food Street. 7:00 - 21:00. Yellow plum bean skin is a traditional local snack, which is made of rice pulp as the main ingredient and made by a special process. The bean skin is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the aroma is fragrant. It is usually very popular as a breakfast or snack on the street of Huangmei. The traditional recipe will be served with some chili sauce or garlic sauce, which is rich in flavor. The bean skin is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a rich taste, which is suitable for diners who like to try fresh flavors. 10-20.
- Buddhist Vegetarian Meals (佛教素斋), Wuzu Temple Suzai Hall. 9:00 - 18:00. The Suzhai Hall around Wuzu Temple offers exquisite vegetarian meals. The dishes are made of natural ingredients, such as fresh vegetables, bean products and various herbs. The fasting here is light in taste and rich in nutrition, which is favored by vegetarian lovers and Buddhists. The taste of the food is unique, and every bite has the peace and depth of Zen Buddhism. While experiencing Zen culture, enjoy delicious vegetarian fasting. ¥30-50.
- Huangmei Crisp Pastry (黄梅酥饼), Huangmei Pastry Shop. 8:00 - 20:00. Yellow plum shortbread is a traditional dessert of yellow plum. The skin is crispy on the outside and the inside is sweet but not greasy. It is often used as a snack for breakfast or afternoon tea. Its production method is exquisite and uses traditional handicrafts. The shortbread is golden and crispy on the outside, and there can be a variety of flavors such as red beans and sesame seeds inside to meet different taste needs. Crispy on the outside and sweet on the inside, the taste is very rich and has a traditional flavor. It is suitable as a small gift to take home or give to others, and it can also be used for yourself. ¥10-15.
Drink
[edit]1 Huangmei Green Tea (黄梅绿茶), Teahouse or specialty store. 9:00 - 19:00. Huangmei Green tea is a local traditional green tea, famous for its high quality tea leaves and unique processing technology. The tea has a fresh taste, sweet taste and slight sweetness. Green tea is very popular among tea drinkers because of its rich antioxidant content. Huangmei Green Tea adopts local tea growing methods to ensure the freshness and purity of the tea. The tea is fragrant and refreshing, suitable for drinking in any season, especially in the afternoon. ¥5-20.
2 Huangmei Country Restaurant (黄梅乡村饭馆). 10:00 - 21:00. Rice wine is a traditional drink of yellow plum, which is brewed with local high-quality rice and unique fermentation technology. The wine tastes sweet and has a slight sense of drunkenness. It is usually combined with local cuisine to enhance the dining experience. The taste of rice wine is very suitable for tourists who like slightly alcoholic drinks, which can not only satisfy the taste buds, but also bring a warmth. It is brewed by traditional hand, which retains the unique local flavor of yellow plum and has a low alcohol content, which is suitable for tourists who like to try different flavors. ¥10-30.
3 Yellow plum wine (黄梅梅子酒). 10:00 - 21:00. Yellow plum wine is a kind of fruit wine made from local plums, with a sweet plum fragrance and moderate sour taste. The alcohol content is low, which is suitable for tourists who like fruit wine. It is brewed with local fresh plums, which is fresh and flavorful. The wine is soft and suitable for drinking on various occasions. ¥20-50.
Huangmei Black Tea (黄梅红茶). 9:00 - 18:00. Huangmei black tea is loved by tourists and locals for its rich tea aroma and mellow taste. The unique craft of black tea makes it richer in taste, which is suitable for people who like the rich taste of tea. Red tea has excellent quality and rich taste, which is suitable for tea guests with a variety of tastes. It can be matched with Huangmei's characteristic pastries to improve the fun of using tea. ¥10-30.
4 Huangmei Flower Tea (黄梅花茶). 9:00 - 19:00. Huangmei tea is made of locally grown flowers of Huangmei, which has the characteristics of floral fragrance. Flower tea is suitable for tourists who like fresh taste and health care. Flower tea is made of natural flowers, which is healthy and delicious, especially suitable for female tourists. The tea soup is fragrant and rich in health ingredients, which is suitable for all kinds of people to drink. ¥15-40.
Sleep
[edit]1 Royal Hotel (皇家大酒店), No. 500 Huangmei Avenue, ☏ +86 713 335 2888. 7:00-22:00. The Royal Hotel is a warm and quiet four-star hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms. The hotel provides high-quality services and has restaurants and leisure areas, which are suitable for vacations and business activities. The hotel's environment is quiet and comfortable. It is a good place to enjoy peace and leisure. It provides professional room service, which is suitable for all types of tourists. 300-500.
2 Huangmei Liwen Hotel (黄梅丽文大酒店), No. 352 Wuzu Avenue, Huangmei, ☏ +86 713 351 8777. 7:00-20:00. Huangmei Liwen Hotel is close to Huangshang Shopping Center, and the transportation is very convenient. This hotel provides a spacious and comfortable accommodation environment, suitable for business, leisure and family tourists. The hotel's design style is modern, the service is professional, and it is committed to providing every guest with the most comfortable check-in experience. 500-800.
Connect
[edit]Go next
[edit]The City of Jiujiang is just a short bus ride away, crossing the Yangtze River to the south.