8 days in Guangdong East: Hakka Cultural Heritage Tour

For many overseas Chinese, their ancestral homeland is not just a geographical concept but a spiritual anchor. Returning to their roots, visiting ancestral homes, ancestral halls, and reconnecting with relatives allows them to deeply feel the familial emotions and sense of belonging.

Hakka people are renowned for their diligence, bravery, wisdom, and unity. As an integral part of Han Chinese culture, Hakka culture possesses unique historical and traditional significance. For overseas Chinese, returning to their ancestral homeland to understand and experience Hakka culture enhances their sense of cultural identity and helps them trace their cultural roots. Through firsthand experiences of Hakka lifestyle, traditional crafts, religious beliefs, and folk performances, overseas Chinese can better understand and pass down this culture, particularly influencing the education of future generations.

Itinerary Overview & Themes: This 7-8 day journey begins and ends in Guangzhou, visiting three key cities in Eastern Guangdong renowned for Hakka culture:

Day 1: Guangzhou Explore ecological design towns in Conghua District:

• Xihewan Flower Town: Showcases modern rural ecological agriculture, reflecting Hakka people's love for the land and sustainable use of natural resources.
• Luodong Craftsman Town: Known for exquisite craftsmanship such as pottery, wood carving, and bamboo weaving, showcasing Hakka people's cultural traditions of diligence and wisdom. Accommodation Recommendation: Bi Shui Wan Hot Spring Resort, Conghua
• Address: No. 38 Wenquan East Road, Wenquan Town, Conghua, Guangzhou
• Features: Located in Conghua Hot Spring Town, offering comfortable hot spring facilities, luxurious rooms, and a beautiful environment for relaxation.

Day 2: Guangzhou to Huizhou

• West Lake: Ancient buildings and gardens in West Lake not only display Huizhou's history but also bear traces of Hakka people's lives.
• Xunliao Bay: An important Hakka settlement in Huizhou. The fishing village culture of Xunliao Bay is closely related to Hakka people's traditional fishing culture and marine life. Accommodation Recommendation: InterContinental Huizhou Resort
• Address: No. 1 Daya Bay Avenue, Huiyang District, Huizhou

Day 3: Huizhou

• Daya Bay: An important living and development area for Huizhou Hakka people. Visit the mangrove reserve to understand how Hakka people harmoniously coexist with nature and protect the ecological environment.
• Huizhou Museum: Exhibits historical relics and cultural artifacts of Hakka people, detailing their migration history from central China to Huizhou and their local development. Accommodation Recommendation: InterContinental Huizhou Resort
• Address: No. 1 Daya Bay Avenue, Huiyang District, Huizhou

Day 4: Huizhou to Meizhou

• China Hakka Museum: The largest Hakka cultural museum in China, comprehensively showcasing the origin, development, traditional customs, and arts of Hakka culture. Through this museum visit, gain in-depth insights into Hakka people's migration history and cultural heritage.
• Longgui Village Waterfall: Longgui Town near the waterfall is a typical Hakka settlement, where generations of Hakka people have farmed and lived around the waterfall, forming a unique Hakka mountain dwelling culture. Accommodation Recommendation: Meizhou Ketianxia International Hotel
• Address: Ketianxia Tourist Resort, Meijiang District, Meizhou

Day 5: Meizhou

• Songkou Ancient Town: A renowned Hakka ancient town with centuries-old history. The town's architecture, streets, and way of life retain strong Hakka characteristics. Visiting here offers a profound experience of Hakka traditional cultural atmosphere.
• Hakka Folk Performance: Experience traditional Hakka folk arts including mountain songs, dances, and dramas, to understand the rich and colorful folk culture of Hakka people. Accommodation Recommendation: Meizhou Ketianxia International Hotel
• Address: Ketianxia Tourist Resort, Meijiang District, Meizhou

Day 6: Meizhou to Lianping County, Heyuan

• Yannanfei Tea Fields: Hakka people have a deep affinity and inheritance for tea culture. Visiting the tea fields, learn about how Hakka people cultivate, produce, and appreciate tea, experiencing the charm of Hakka tea culture. Accommodation Recommendation: Bavaria Manor, Heyuan
• Address: Bavaria Manor Resort, Yuancheng District, Heyuan

Day 7: Lianping County

• Shengji Cangyan (Holy Rock Cave): A Taoist scenic spot where many Hakka people practice Taoism. Visiting the ancient Taoist trails and holy sites here offers insights into Hakka people's religious beliefs and spiritual pursuits.
• Jiulianshan Primitive Forest Resort: Hakka people have a profound reverence for nature. This resort showcases how Hakka people seek tranquility and health in nature. Accommodation Recommendation: Bavaria Manor, Heyuan
• Address: Bavaria Manor Resort, Yuancheng District, Heyuan

Day 8: Lianping County to Guangzhou

• Canton Tower: While not directly related to Hakka culture, Canton Tower as a landmark of modern Guangzhou showcases the city's modernization and the integration and development of multiple ethnicities and cultures, including Hakka people.
• Pearl River Night Cruise: The Pearl River night view not only showcases Guangzhou's prosperity but also highlights the contributions of Hakka people to urban construction and economic development. Accommodation Recommendation: Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou
• Address: No. 5 Zhujiang West Road, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District, Guangzhou

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