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Jieyang Ancient City Renovation Completed, Chaoshan Historical Charm Revived
2026-03-28 Chaoshan Travel Guide
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The ancient city is open daily from 08:00 to 22:00. During holidays, there may be large crowds, so it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and travel on foot or by public transportation.
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"The renovation of Jieyang Ancient City not only restored its historical appearance but also allows visitors to better experience Chaoshan culture and lifestyle."
After a comprehensive renovation, Jieyang Ancient City has been revitalized, preserving the traditional Chaoshan architectural style while enhancing the visitor experience. The renovated city combines historical and cultural value with tourism functions, making it a must-visit attraction when planning a Chaoshan travel itinerary.
Key highlights
- Restoration of ancient city old streets, preserving traditional Chaoshan architectural style
- Beautification of streetscape, addition of walking paths and rest squares
- Rich historical and cultural exhibition areas telling Chaoshan history stories
- Chaoshan food and creative shops入驻 the ancient city
- Convenient transportation, tourists can easily plan a Shantou-Chaozhou-Jieyang day trip
Jieyang, a historic city in Chaoshan, has officially opened its iconic attraction—Jieyang Ancient City—to the public after a comprehensive renovation. The renovation preserved the original Chaoshan architectural style while enhancing the visitor experience and the city's cultural display functions, allowing tourists to both appreciate the historical charm and enjoy a comfortable and convenient travel environment.
The renovation focused on restoring old streets, beautifying the streetscape, paving walking paths, and building historical and cultural exhibition areas. Visitors can admire traditional Chaoshan residential houses, ancient archways, ancestral halls, and street layouts, gaining a deeper understanding of the history and customs of Jieyang and the Chaoshan region.
The renovated ancient city also introduced Chaoshan food shops, creative stores, and tea houses, allowing visitors to taste authentic Chaoshan delicacies such as beef balls, oyster omelets, and salty water rice cakes, and purchase Chaoshan-themed souvenirs.
Furthermore, Jieyang Ancient City is conveniently connected to major Chaoshan cities like Shantou and Chaozhou, making it easy for tourists to plan a one- or two-day Chaoshan cultural tour with the ancient city as a key stop. The renovated city is not only a result of historical and cultural preservation but also a new highlight of Chaoshan tourism.
The completion of the comprehensive renovation of Jieyang Ancient City adds an important new landmark to Chaoshan tourism. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a food explorer, or a cultural experience seeker, Jieyang Ancient City will offer a unique Chaoshan cultural journey.