Jianhu (建湖) is located in the middle course of the Lixia River in Jiangsu Province. It is situated on the coast of the Yellow Sea, backed by the North Jiangsu Plain, and is known as “the pearl of water towns.” Jianhu is renown as the hometown of acrobatic performance and of Huai Opera. Oufenyuan, a traditional snack of Jianhu County, is said to have a history of over 200 years. Famous attractions include the Jiulongkou Scenic Area, the Lu Xiufu Memorial Hall, ancient tombs of Han Dynasty rulers and Shuanghu Park.