Xinyu (新余 Xīnyú) is a city in Jiangxi Province.

See

• 1 West Jiangxi Museum of the War of Resistance Against Japan (赣西抗战博物馆), Baoshi Park, Yuanbei Road, Yushui District (渝水区园北路抱石公园内) (the museum is at the center of Baoshi Park; to get to the park, take bus no. 103, 301, 401, 602, 701, 801, 803, 805, 901 or 904), ☏ +86 790 6236888. Winter hours: 09;00-12:00, 14:00-17:00, summer hours: 09:00-12:00, 14:30-17:30; closed on Mondays. Free. (updated Mar 2024)
• 2 Fairy Lake Scenic Area (仙女湖风景名胜区), Tianxian Road, Yushui District (渝水区天仙路) (about 16 km southwest of downtown Xinyu; a special tourist bus operates between Xinyu North Railway Station and the park; you can also catch bus no. 503 from Xinyu Railway Station), ☏ +86 790 6855529, toll-free: +86 400 9158099, xnhxcb@126.com. 08:30-17:00 (winter), 08:30-17:30 (summer). The park covers an area of around 200 square km, including 50 square km of water area. There are over 200 small islands distributed in the lake. A tour boat can take you to visit 10 of them in 2 hours. Tickets are ¥110 for adults (which includes both the entry fee and the boat fare). Discounts are available for persons over 60 and children between 1.2 and 1.5 meters in height. Children under 1.2 meters are given free tickets. (updated Apr 2024)

Do

Walk in the North Lake Road in the sunset. It's an avenue surrounded by nice trees in the upper class resident area. Starting from the dusk, local people all come out walking, chatting in their very relaxing dress, enjoying the shadowed road and glass slopes in the North Lake Park.

Eat

Fish and Tofu Stew (豆腐鱼). A specialty dish in the Jiangxi region, Fish and Tofu Stew is typically prepared by simmering fish and tofu together, creating a delicious and savory flavor.

Xinyu Rice Noodles (新余米线). Xinyu Rice Noodles are a traditional noodle dish in the local cuisine, known for their thin and smooth texture. They can be paired with various soup bases and toppings.

Lake Fish Rice (湖鱼米饭). Situated in an area rich in lakes, Xinyu is known for Lake Fish Rice, a dish made by cooking locally sourced fresh lake fish with rice, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Drink

Lake Tea Culture (湖泊茶文化). Due to the proximity of lakes in the Xinyu region, there may be a tea culture centered around the lakes.