Overview
Huangmei is a small town in eastern Hubei Province, bordering Anhui and Jiangxi along the Yangtze River. It is known to Chinese people for Ohe tone (哦呵腔), a traditional form of Chinese opera also called the "picking tea song" popular in Hubei.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Hotels range from 300-800 CNY. The Youth Hostel at Yuanfu Daotian Train Restaurant offers budget dormitory-style accommodation.
Culture
Huangmei is known for Ohe tone (哦呵腔), a traditional Chinese opera form. The town has strong connections to Chan Buddhism through Fourth and Fifth Patriarch temples.
Money
Local currency is Chinese Yuan (CNY). Bank cards accepted at hotels and larger establishments; cash preferred at local markets and street vendors.
Transport
Huangmei Station serves Beijing-Jiuzhou and He'an-Jiuzhou High-speed railways. Motor pedicabs are the cheapest local transport. Jiujiang Lushan Airport is 40 km away.