Huainan

Understand

The city administers 5 urban districts, 2 counties, and 1 county-level administrative area:

Urban districts: Tianjia’an District, Datong District, Xiejiaji District, Baguo Mountain District, Panji District Counties: Fengtai County, Shou County

Getting there

By train 1 Huainan Station. (updated Nov 2016) 2 Huainan East Station. High-speed rail station. 3 Huainan South Station. High-speed rail station. 4 Fengtai South Station. High-speed rail station. 5 Shou County Station. High-speed rail station.

See

Shouzhou Kiln Site. National key cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Huainan Japanese Army Atrocities Site. National key cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Weijia Ancient Mound Site, Tianjia’an District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Dagu Mound Ancient Tombs, Tianjia’an District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Jiulonggang Republic-era Buildings, Datong District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Huandeng Site, Datong District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Huangnigu Mound (Huang Xie’s Tomb), Xiejiaji District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Lisan Mound Tomb Group, Xiejiaji District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Laishan Mosque, Xiejiaji District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Majia Mound, Xiejiaji District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016) Xiaosungang Site, Panji District. Anhui provincial cultural relics protection unit (updated Nov 2016)

Buy

1 Huainan Wanda Plaza (淮南万达广场), No. 268 Tianjia'an Avenue, Tianjia'an District (田家庵区田家庵大道268号) (in the city center, about 2 km east of the Huainan Railway Station; reachable by bus No. 101 or 15), ☏ +86 0554 6677086. 10:00–22:00. The largest shopping mall in Huainan, offering a mix of international and Chinese brands, restaurants, a cinema, and entertainment facilities. Mid-to-high-end. (updated Oct 2025) 2 Huainan Department Store (淮南百货大楼), No. 45 Renmin Middle Road, Tianjia'an District (田家庵区人民中路45号) (a short walk from Huainan Wanda Plaza), ☏ +86 0554 2120777, toll-free: +86 0554 2680393. 09:30–21:30. A long-standing department store selling daily goods, clothing, cosmetics, and local specialties. Mid-range. (updated Oct 2025) 3 Longhu New Town Shopping Street (龙湖新城购物街), Shannan New District (山南新区) (Located in the south of the city; reachable by taxi or bus No. 22). 10:00–22:00. A modern commercial street combining shopping, dining, and leisure, popular among young locals. Affordable to mid-range. (updated Oct 2025) 4 Huainan Night Market (淮南夜市), Near Sports Center, Tianjia'an District (田家庵区体育中心附近) (about 10 minutes’ walk south of Wanda Plaza). 17:30–23:30. A lively night market offering street snacks, accessories, clothes, and local products; ideal for experiencing local nightlife. Low to mid-range. (updated Oct 2025)

Eat

Huainan Beef Soup (淮南牛肉汤), Found in many local breakfast shops throughout Huainan. 06:30–10:30. A signature dish of Huainan made from slow-cooked beef bones, giving the broth a milky white color and deep flavor. Commonly served with fried dough sticks or pancakes. Around ¥15 per bowl. Huainan Steamed Dishes (淮南蒸菜), Available in local family restaurants. 11:00–21:00. Various meats, tofu, and vegetables are steamed together in bamboo baskets, preserving their natural taste and nutrition. A light and healthy local favorite. ¥25–40 per person. Huainan Roast Chicken (淮南烧鸡), Wenfeng Street, Tianjia’an District. 10:00–22:00. A famous traditional delicacy with crispy skin and tender meat, marinated in secret spices. Often sold as a whole chicken for take-away. Around ¥50 each. Huainan Tofu Skin (淮南豆腐皮), Available in night markets and snack streets such as People’s Road. 17:00–23:00. Soft and chewy tofu skin made from soybeans, usually mixed with chili oil, vinegar, and garlic for a refreshing street snack. ¥8–12 per portion. Huainan Fried Rice Noodles (淮南炒米粉), Local eateries near Shungeng Road and Xinjian Avenue. 11:00–21:00. Rice noodles stir-fried with vegetables, pork, and spicy sauce, giving a rich aroma and chewy texture. Around ¥20.

Sleep

1 Huainan State Guest Hotel (Junlan Huainan Yingbin Guan) (君澜·淮南迎宾馆), No. 188 Huaihe Avenue, Sanhe Town (淮河大道188号, 三和镇) (in the Shannan administrative district near Shungeng Mountain; reachable by taxi from downtown), ☏ +86 554 4568888. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. The largest upscale hotel in Huainan, featuring gardens, meeting facilities, and banquet halls. Frequently used for business and government events. Rooms from about ¥420–¥800 per night (including breakfast). (updated Oct 2025) 2 Jinjiang Inn Huainan Railway Station (锦江之星（淮南火车站店）), No. 89 Shungeng Middle Road, Tianjia'an District (舜耕中路89号) (about 5–10 minutes' walk from Huainan Railway Station; close to public transport and local eateries), ☏ +86 554 3321888 0. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. A reliable mid-range business hotel under the Jinjiang chain. Clean rooms and friendly service make it a good choice for short stays. Rooms from about ¥150–¥260 per night. (updated Oct 2025) 3 Longhu Lake Holiday Hotel (淮南龙湖假日酒店), Longhu South Road, Tianjia'an District (龙湖南路) (overlooking Longhu (Dragon Lake) Park; a short taxi ride from Wanda Plaza and downtown.). Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. A comfortable mid-tier hotel with lake views and easy access to Longhu Park. Popular among leisure travelers. Rooms from about ¥220–¥380 per night. (updated Oct 2025) 4 Huainan Coal Mine Hotel (淮南煤矿宾馆), Near Shungeng and Tonggu area (舜耕与铜鼓交界区域) (in a quieter area of the city; taxis are the easiest way to reach it). Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. A traditional hotel established by the local coal mining group. Offers spacious rooms and a calm environment. Rooms from about ¥180–¥320 per night. (updated Oct 2025) 5 Lanteng Boutique Hotel (Longhu Park branch) (瀾騰精品酒店（龙湖公园店）), Near Longhu Park, Longhu South Road (龙湖南路) (walking distance to Longhu Park and local night markets). Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. A small boutique-style hotel with modern décor, clean rooms, and a convenient central location. Rooms ¥200–350 per night. (updated Oct 2025)