Discovering Xuzhou, Jiangsu: China's Underrated Food Heaven 🇨🇳

2 Days in Xuzhou, Jiangsu: China's Best Kept Secret
For our first China Travel Vlog of 2025 we are in Xuzhou, Jiangsu. On a spontaneous trip, just a couple hours train ride from Shanghai, I had no idea what to expect from this bustling city in the heart of Jiangsu province.

Having already travelled to Suzhou, Yangzhou, Danyang, Nanjing, and other cities in Jiangsu, China I was absolutely blown away by the food culture of Xuzhou and now have an all-time favourite food- can you guess what it is?

About Xuzhou:
Xuzhou (Chinese: 徐州), also known as Pengcheng (彭城) in ancient times, is a major city in northwestern Jiangsu province, China.

Xuzhou is one of the oldest cities in China with a civilization dating back more than 5,000 years and a city history of over 2,600 years . It is located in the northwest of Jiangsu Province and serves as a crucial transportation hub since ancient times, often referred to as the “Gateway to Five Provinces” . The city covers an area of 11,765 square kilometers and has a population of about 9 million .
Xuzhou is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. It is known as the birthplace of Han culture, being the hometown of Liu Bang, the first emperor of the Han Dynasty, and the former capital of Xiang Yu, the Overlord of Western Chu . The city is home to numerous cultural relics and historical sites, including the “Three Wonders of the Han Dynasty”: Han Tombs, Han Stone Relief Carvings, and Han Clay Figurines of Terracotta Warriors and Horses . These sites attract visitors from around the world and are representative of Chinese Han culture .
Xuzhou has been ranked among the happiest cities in China .

In addition to its historical and cultural significance, Xuzhou is also known for its natural beauty, with attractions like Yunlong Lake, Yunlong Mountain, Pengzu Garden, Hubu Mountain, and Pan’an Lake . The city boasts a thriving ceramic industry and a diverse cuisine, including Huaiyang cuisine, famous for its delicate flavors and exquisite presentation .

Xuzhou is a city that blends the past and present, offering a unique experience for visitors who are interested in both history and modern development .


⏰ Time Stamps
00:00 coming up
00:25 What to eat in Xuzhou
03:20 Where to visit in Xuzhou
09:18 Local life in Xuzhou
12:05 Most beautiful temple in Jiangsu?

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2025年的第一次中国旅行，我们来到了江苏徐州。这是一次充满惊喜的自发旅程，只需从上海搭乘几个小时的高铁，就能到达这座位于江苏省腹地的繁华城市。对于徐州，我原本没有太多期待，但短短两天的探索让我对这座城市有了全新的认识。

此前，我已经去过江苏的苏州、扬州、丹阳、南京等地，但徐州独特的美食文化还是让我大开眼界！这次旅行让我发现了一道全新的“心头好”，成为了我的最爱美食，你能猜出是什么吗？

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