Maoming
Where the South China Sea Meets Lingnan Traditions, from China’s First Beach to the Legacy of Madame Xian
Why Visit Maoming?
📍 Located on the southwestern coast of Guangdong, Maoming is a seaside destination famed for its 12-kilometer “China’s First Beach” and coastal shelterbelt known as the “Green Great Wall of the South China Sea.”
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Beyond the beaches, the city offers volcanic hot springs, tropical fruits, and rich folk traditions such as the heritage of Madame Xian and , a legendary female leader of the Sui dynasty. With sunshine, seafood, and cultural depth, Maoming is where leisure meets Lingnan tradition.
Top Things to Do
🏛️ Culture & Heritage
Madame Xian Cultural Site – Dedicated to the “Lady of Qiaoguo,” this complex of tomb, temple, and manor preserves the legacy of a remarkable female stateswoman; rituals honoring her are listed as national intangible cultural heritage.
Nianli Festival – A centuries-old communal festival honoring the Kitchen God, blending folk belief with feasting and parades unique to western Guangdong.
🌿 Nature & Scenery
“China’s First Beach” (Dianbai) – A 12 km stretch of fine white sand, paired with Hutou Mountain and Yanjing Ridge, creating iconic sea-and-mountain views. The coastal shelterbelt here, called the “Green Great Wall”, was immortalized in Chinese painting.
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## 🍽️ Culinary Delights
Fruits of Lingnan – Lychees, bananas, and longans thrive in Maoming’s subtropical orchards, making the city one of China’s “fruit capitals.”
He (Rice Dumplings of West Guangdong)
Huazhou Beef Offal
Shuidong Duck Congee
🚦 Practical Travel Info
Air:
Maoming Yushu Airport
High-Speed Rail:
Maoming Railway Station
Long-Distance Bus
City Transport:
Public bus, taxi