The 2024 Qianduo Scenic Area Rapeseed Tourism Season – marking the start of the Xinghua tourism festival – kicked off on March 26 and runs to May 8 in Xinghua, the county-level city administered by Taizhou city, in East China's Jiangsu province.
The scenic area, renowned for its agricultural heritage and first-class irrigation projects, is home to what's been called one of the world's four major "flower seas" – large outdoors dedicated flower growing and field displays – and it has been designated a national cultural relic protection site.
In particular, it boasts the distinction of being China's sole water-based rapeseed sea of flowers.
Visitors to Qianduo are greeted with a mesmerizing sight: Endless fields of rapeseed flowers fanning out between azure-hued irrigation waterways, creating an evocative vista reminiscent of golden waves.
The vibrant rapeseed blooms ripple in the spring breeze, in a magical visual effect.
Tourists take in golden rapeseed flowers by boat in the Qianduo Scenic Area. [Photo/WeChat account: tztour]
Taking advantage of its abundant water resources, the locals of Xinghua have honed their culinary skills, offering dishes that are fresh, tender and bursting with flavor.
From morning tea to home-cooked meals, Xinghua cuisine promises a delightful gastronomic journey for foodies, reflecting the region's rich natural bounty.
A cornucopia of delicious Xinghua cuisine awaits visitors. [Photo/WeChat account: tztour]
During the Qianduo Rapeseed Tourism Festival, visitors can take part in a raft of fun activities. These include exploring the rapeseed fields, watching some great cultural performances, heading off on scenic tours and having choice rural experiences like camping and going on countryside cuisine tastings.
