Holiday in Jinhua
City in China — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
China
Type
City
Best time to travel
March to May and September to November (15-25 °C). Summer is hot and humid, winter is damp and cold.
Budget/day
40-90 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Yiwu (YIW, approx. 12-16 h with transfers), then 30 min. by train to Jinhua. Alternatively, high-speed train from Shanghai (approx. 2 h) or Hangzhou (approx. 1 h).
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What makes Jinhua special as a destination?
Jinhua is a district city in Zhejiang Province and world-famous for Jinhua ham (Jinhua Huotui) — a dry-cured ham that has been produced using the same method for over 1,200 years and is often compared to Spanish Jamon Iberico or Italian Prosciutto. Marco Polo is said to have praised it as early as the 13th century. The Shuanglongdong (Double Dragon Cave) is an impressive cave system on Jinhua Mountain: Two springs gush from the cave entrance like two dragons — hence the name. The cave features several levels with stalactites, stalagmites, and underground waterfalls and has been a popular excursion destination since the Tang Dynasty. Zhuge Bagua Village (Zhuge Cun) is one of the most fascinating villages in China: The descendants of the legendary strategist Zhuge Liang have lived here for over 700 years in a village designed according to the Taoist Bagua system (Eight Trigrams). The winding alleys and canals form a natural labyrinth that once served to protect against intruders. The old town of Jinhua preserves its historic streets with Ming and Qing architecture, while Wuzhou Park and the promenade along the Wujiang River are popular recreational areas.
What are the top highlights in Jinhua?
The top highlights in Jinhua include Shuanglongdong (Double Dragon Cave), Zhuge Bagua Village, Jinhua Ham Museum, Jinhua Old Town, Wujiang River Promenade.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Shuanglongdong (Double Dragon Cave)
Impressive cave system on Jinhua Mountain: stalactites, underground waterfalls, and dragon springs since the Tang Dynasty.
Zhuge Bagua Village
Village in Bagua layout with 700 years of history: Descendants of Zhuge Liang live in a Taoist labyrinth.
Jinhua Ham Museum
1,200 years of ham culture: production process, tasting, and comparison with Jamon Iberico and Prosciutto.
Jinhua Old Town
Historic alleys with Ming and Qing architecture: tea houses, workshops, and traditional merchant houses.
Wujiang River Promenade
Popular riverside promenade with parks and bridges: evening lighting and views of the historic city silhouette.
Hotels in Jinhua
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When is the best time to visit Jinhua?
The best time to visit Jinhua is March to May and September to November (15-25 °C). Summer is hot and humid, winter is damp and cold.. 28-37 °C, humid with Meiyu rain in June and typhoon risk In winter: 2-10 °C, damp and cool, occasional snow
Recommended travel time
March to May and September to November (15-25 °C). Summer is hot and humid, winter is damp and cold.
Summer
28-37 °C, humid with Meiyu rain in June and typhoon risk
Winter
2-10 °C, damp and cool, occasional snow
How much does a holiday in Jinhua cost?
Budget travellers: 18-35 €/day, mid-range: 40-90 €/day, luxury: 95-240 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
18-35 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
40-90 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
95-240 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Jinhua?
Flight to Yiwu (YIW, approx. 12-16 h with transfers), then 30 min. by train to Jinhua. Alternatively, high-speed train from Shanghai (approx. 2 h) or Hangzhou (approx. 1 h).
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visa required — Germans need a China visa. 144-hour transit visa possible when entering via Shanghai or Hangzhou.
Chinese Yuan (CNY) — 1 € ≈ 7.8 CNY. WeChat Pay and Alipay are available everywhere. Cash is helpful for rural villages like Zhuge Cun.
Visit Zhuge Bagua Village early — fewer tourists in the morning and the light is ideal for photos through the winding alleys.
Buy Jinhua ham — various aging stages are available at the local market. Vacuum-packed for souvenirs.
Dress warmly for the cave — Shuanglongdong is cool year-round (approx. 15 °C). Non-slip shoes recommended for wet steps.
What should you eat in Jinhua?
Typical specialities in Jinhua: Jinhua Huotui — dry-cured ham with 1,200 years of tradition: thinly sliced, aromatic, and comparable to Prosciutto., Jinhua Su Bing — crispy puff pastry with sweet or savory filling: a traditional specialty of the city., Jinhua Jitang Mian — noodle soup with chicken broth and ham filling: spicy and hearty, a classic of Jinhua cuisine., Lanxi Niurou Mian — spicy beef noodle soup from the neighboring county: hot and flavorful, popular throughout Zhejiang., Wuyi Xuancai — dried mustard greens from Wuyi County: a spicy side dish for rice and noodles, typical of the region..
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