The third city of the Chaoshan trio, Jieyang is an old Teochew town strung along the Rong River, known for its grand Confucius temple and as one of China's biggest jade-trading centres.
History & culture
With over 2,000 years of history, Jieyang preserves classic Teochew architecture and traditions, while the nearby town of Yangmei has grown into a major hub for jade carving and wholesale.
What to see & do
- ◆Jieyang Confucius Temple (Xuegong)
- ◆Rong River old waterfront
- ◆Jade markets at Yangmei
- ◆Huangqi Mountain views
- ◆Teochew opera and folk crafts
What to eat
- ●Teochew rice porridge with side dishes
- ●Beef hotpot and beef balls
- ●Steamed river fish
Getting there
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport is here, and high-speed rail reaches the wider Chaoshan region; local buses link the three cities.
Avoid the pitfalls
- Buy jade only if you know it well — the market is for the experienced, and fakes abound.
- It's the least touristy of the Chaoshan three; expect fewer English signs.
- Best added on to a Chaozhou/Shantou itinerary rather than visited alone.
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