Ganzhou, China
Ganzhou, in southern Jiangxi Province, is a celebrated national historical and cultural city with more than 2,200 years of history. Known as the Hakka Cradle, it became a major settlement for northern migrants from the Eastern Jin Dynasty, nurturing rich and distinctive Hakka traditions, architecture, and folk customs.
It is widely recognized as a well-preserved Song Dynasty City, boasting China’s most complete ancient city wall from the Song era, along with historic towers and a sophisticated ancient water system. Many great literati, including Su Shi and Xin Qiji, composed famous poems here, enriching its cultural legacy.
Ganzhou also became a key center for Yangming Neo-Confucianism in the Ming Dynasty. Additionally, it holds an important place in modern Chinese revolutionary history. Today, Ganzhou remains a vibrant city where profound historical heritage and traditional culture continue to flourish.
Hakka Round Houses
In Ganzhou are unique fortified residences. They feature enclosed square or round structures, showcasing Hakka culture, history and brilliant architectural wisdom.
Ganzhou Ancient City Wall
One of China’s best-preserved Song-dynasty brick city walls by rivers
Tongtianyan Grottoes
Renowned Southern China grottoes with Tang-Song cliff carvings and statues.
Hakka Dragon Boat Festival ICH Market
It (June 4–6) offers zongzi-making, five-poison archery, bamboo weaving, indigo dyeing and ground tea experiences.