When you visit Taizhou in East China's Zhejiang province, be sure to explore the unique specialties that the city has to offer. These specialties have obtained national recognition as geographical indication (GI) trademarks.

Xianju Waxberry (仙居杨梅)

Xianju is known for its rich tradition of waxberry cultivation, spanning over 1,000 years. The waxberries grown in the county benefit from favorable weather and soil conditions, resulting in exceptionally sweet and juicy fruit. In recent times, Xianju's prized waxberries have gained acclaim not only within China but also among enthusiasts in various foreign countries.

Huangyan Mandarin Orange (黄岩蜜橘)

To taste something truly special, don't miss the famous Huangyan mandarin oranges. The district has been growing citrus fruits for over 1,700 years, since the Three Kingdoms period (220-280 AD). These oranges were once offered as a tribute to the court during the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

Dachen Yellow Croaker (大陈黄鱼)

Dachen Island, located in Taizhou's Jiaojiang district, is renowned for breeding large yellow croakers. The island is situated 52 kilometers away from urban Taizhou.

Sanmen Blue Crab (三门青蟹) 

Sanmen county, situated on the northeast coast of Taizhou, offers the best conditions in China for raising blue crabs thanks to its favorable natural environment.

Luqiao Loquat (路桥枇杷)

Luqiao district in Taizhou has a cultivation history of over 800 years and is the primary producer of loquat in China. The loquat produced in Luqiao is known for its delicate, soft, and juicy taste. Additionally, it is rich in potassium, phosphorus, iron, calcium, and various vitamins.

Yuhuan Pomelo (玉环文旦)

Pomelo produced in the county-level city of Yuhuan is of exceptional quality and has a unique taste due to the congenial landscape and climate. Yanggeng village in Yuhuan has gained popularity as a pomelo producer.

Linhai Tangerine (临海蜜桔)

Linhai, a county-level city in Taizhou, is nationally-renowned for its tangerines. The seedless tangerine, a famous variety from Linhai, has been cultivated for over 1,800 years. Tangerines, along with tea, waxberries, and broccoli, are considered characteristic products of Linhai.

Other notable specialties in Taizhou include Tiantai's Yunwu tea and Wenling's grapes.