- Hua’an Ancient Building - Your tour starts with a pickup from your Xiamen hotel at your chosen departure time. Then take a 2-hour scenic drive to the idyllic and fairy quiet Hua’an Earth Buildings where you will get to know the history and related culture in the area. Along the way, you can admire the picturesque scenery of Fujian province. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed wonders for yourself as you arrive at the Hua’an Earth Buildings. On the way to Hua’an Earth Buildings, there are many tea farms. You can take a stroll around the tea farms. And then explore the Eryi Building which is an outstanding representative of China’s ancient dwellings, circular earth buildings. The building is famous for its large scale, scientific design, reasonable layout and comprehensive maintenance. Then head to the Nanyang Builduing. An earth building built with two concentric circles facing south, the building covers an area of 3,100 square meters, has a total height of 13.25 meters and with the diameter of the outer circle being 51.6 meters. The last attraction is Dongyang Building. Dongyang building was constructed in the 22nd year of Jiaqing of the Qing Dynasty (1817) by Jiang Zongsi, imperial academic and grandson of Jiang Shixiong. Situated at the foot of a lion-shaped mountain to the south of Eryi Buildng, this square earth building is called the footprint of the lion. Lunch will be served in a cozy and delicious restaurant. On return to Xiamen, your tour ends with the drop-off at your hotel.
- Driver with private car
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
- Gratuities(optional)
In Hua’an, 68 earthen structures continue to stand at present. Despite their limited count, these Hua’an Earth Buildings offer a unique glimpse into local customs and hold considerable historical, artistic, and scientific significance, making them an essential element of Fujian Hakka Earth Building. These are uniquely different from Yongding Hakka Earth Buildings in their layout. The Hua’an Earth Buildings embody the cultural achievements of the local citizens, making them stand out from the rest. They aren’t as popular as other tourist spots, resulting in fewer visitors. But this offers an opportunity for tourists to peacefully explore this relatively serene area and learn about the history and associated culture of the Hua’an Earth Buildings. Additionally, private transport services are at your disposal to ensure a safe journey ahead. You have the liberty to select various vehicles that cater to your traveling group.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
