Xinyu is located in the central-western part of Jiangxi Province, along the middle reaches of the Yuan River, a tributary of the Gan River. It has a subtropical humid monsoon climate with distinct seasons and abundant rainfall, with an average annual temperature of around 18°C.
Xinyu has a long history, established as a county in 267 AD during the Three Kingdoms period, with over 1,700 years of history. It is renowned for the legend of Fairy Lake and is known as the 'Land of the Fairy Descendants.'
Xinyu boasts a diverse culture and is one of the birthplaces of Jiangxi tea-picking opera. Folk arts include dragon and lion dances. The local cuisine is characterized by spicy and savory flavors, such as Xinyu stir-fried rice noodles and Fairy Lake fish head.
Xinyu is an important photovoltaic industry base in China, home to renowned companies like LDK Solar. The city also has excellent ecology, with Fairy Lake as a national 4A-level scenic area, and has been actively developing tourism in recent years.
The best time to visit 新余 is Best in spring and autumn.
Spring (March-May): Mild temperatures, Fairy Lake scenic area is covered with blooming mountain flowers, perfect for outings.
Autumn (September-November): Clear and crisp weather, ideal for enjoying the autumn waters and sunsets of Fairy Lake.
Summer (June-August): Hot, but suitable for water activities; winter (December-February) is damp and cold, with fewer tourists.
In 267 AD, during the Three Kingdoms period, Xinyu was officially established as a county under Yuzhang Commandery.
Construction of Xinyu Iron and Steel Plant (now Xinyu Steel Group) began, laying the foundation for industry.
LDK Solar Co., Ltd. was founded, making Xinyu a key base for the global photovoltaic industry.
Recommended places to visit
National 4A scenic area, named after the legend of the Seven Fairies. It features picturesque lake and mountain views with scattered islands, and boat tours are available.
Built in memory of the Chinese painting master Fu Baoshi. The park features Fu Baoshi Memorial Hall and a landscape garden style.
Explore rich intangible cultural heritage and traditional crafts
Jiangxi provincial intangible cultural heritage, originating from tea-picking labor, with beautiful melodies and lively performances.
Jiangxi provincial intangible cultural heritage, mainly black-and-white woodcut, reflecting rural life themes.
Must-know transportation for exploring the city
Located on the Shanghai-Kunming high-speed railway, connecting Shanghai, Hangzhou, Nanchang, Changsha, etc. Second-class seat to Nanchang takes about 30 minutes.
About 50 RMB to Nanchang
Xinyu's bus system covers major urban areas and attractions, fare 1-2 RMB, some routes reach Fairy Lake.
1-2 RMB
About 60 km from Xinyu, with flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc. Airport shuttle bus to Xinyu available.
Airport shuttle about 30 RMB
Taste the most authentic and popular local specialties
A Jiangxi specialty snack. Rice noodles stir-fried with shredded pork, vegetables, and chili, full of wok flavor and smooth texture.
Made with bighead carp head from Fairy Lake, steamed with chopped chili or stewed, tender meat and delicious broth.
First built in the Song Dynasty, it is one of the well-preserved Confucian temples in Jiangxi, with ancient and elegant architecture.
An ancient village with a thousand-year history, preserving many Ming and Qing buildings, known for ancient camphor trees and wells.
The city's green lung with high forest coverage, featuring hiking trails and a revolutionary martyrs monument.
Marinated and then spiced, it's a popular local night snack, numbing and spicy but not dry.
A specialty of Shuibei Town, rice noodles mixed with pickled vegetables, crushed peanuts, and chili oil, sour and spicy appetizing.
A specialty of Fenyi County, rich broth, diverse ingredients, self-serve skewers, numbing and spicy.