[2025 Xianju Attraction] Travel Guide for Potan Ancient Town (Updated Jun)

Here is a travel guide for Taizhou, Zhejiang: Transportation Guide • External Transportation: For flights, you can choose Taizhou Luqiao Airport, but there are fewer flights. You can also fly to Ningbo or Wenzhou Airport and then transfer to a high-speed train, which takes about 1.5 hours. For high-speed trains, Taizhou has Taizhou West Station (Huangyan), Linhai Station, Wenling Station, etc. You can choose a station according to your itinerary. • City Transportation: The attractions are scattered, so it is recommended to drive or charter a car for convenient travel. If you don't drive, you can choose buses, taxis, or ride-hailing services. Recommended Attractions • Tiantai Mountain Area: Guoqing Temple is an ancient temple from the Sui Dynasty where you can watch monks farming and drink Zen tea in the morning. It is open from 7:00–16:00, and a visit takes about 2 hours. Tiantai Mountain Waterfall is the highest waterfall in China. You can take the waterfall group, Huixian Bridge, and Qiongtai Xiangu joint ticket route. The hike takes 4 hours. After the rain, the water volume is large, so you need to wear non-slip shoes. • Linhai Ancient City: Taizhou Fucheng Wall is known as the "Great Wall of Jiangnan." The best section is from Lanshengmen to Chaotianmen, which takes about 2 hours. The scenery is best when the plum blossoms are in full bloom in March. Ziyang Ancient Street is a living Song Dynasty commercial street where you can taste Wang Tianshun seaweed cakes and other delicacies. You can also find the old house number "Qianfo Well" and explore the former site of the People's Bank of China. • Shenxianju - Xianju: Shenxianju Scenic Area is the prototype of Li Bai's "Dreaming of Mount Tianmu." You can take the South Tianding Glass Viewing Platform, Ruyi Bridge, and Guanyin Peak route. The cable car plus hike takes about 5 hours. It is recommended to go from the South Gate to the North Gate to avoid the crowds. Potan Ancient Town has a dragon-shaped ancient street and needle-pierced boneless lanterns. After 19:00, you can see the ancient town's lanterns light up, and you can also participate in intangible cultural heritage lantern making. • Shitang: Xiaoruo Village is known as the "Chinese version of Cinque Terre." The Mazu Temple platform on the top of the mountain and the terrace of the "Yucun Xiaoxu" B&B are good places to take pictures. The light is best after 4pm on a sunny day. Millennium Dawn Park is where the first ray of sunshine of the new millennium shines. You can experience the unique seaside scenery. Recommended Food • Seafood Dishes: Sand clam noodles, home-cooked yellow croaker, and wart slug sauerkraut soup are worth a try. You can choose your own seafood at the Songmen Aquatic Product Market for processing, or you can go to Jiaojiang Garden Vegetable Market and Linhai Renmin Road Seafood Food Stalls to taste. • Featured Snacks: There are qiangao (stuffed rice cake), danqing yangwei (egg white sheep tail), ginger soup noodles, maixia (wheat shrimp), plum blossom cake, ginger juice egg, etc. Accommodation Recommendations • Designer B&Bs: Xingluo Haiye (Shitang), Shebude (Shenxianju), etc., have beautiful environments and unique designs. • Ancient City Style: Yingchunli (in Ziyang Street), Yufengli (renovated from a century-old bank), you can feel the charm of the ancient city. • Value for Money Choices: Tiantai Lujing Resort Hotel, Linhai Z - hotel, etc., are economical and convenient. Itinerary Planning • Three Days and Two Nights: On the first day, visit Guoqing Temple in the morning, go to Tiantai Mountain Waterfall in the afternoon, and stay in Linhai at night. On the second day, visit Taizhou Fucheng Wall and Longxing Temple, and in the afternoon, drive to Shitang to see the sunset in the colorful Xiaoruo Village. On the third day, visit Millennium Dawn Park and Jinshatan before returning. • Five Days and Four Nights Deep Tour: On the basis of three days and two nights, add a full-day hike in Shenxianju and a night tour of Potan Ancient Town. You can also add a half-day tour of the old city of Jiaojiang to visit the 349 Submarine Base, etc. Precautions Shitang Scenic Area is restricted during holidays, and you need to transfer to a shuttle bus. Ask about the price of seafood food stalls and choose old shops with clear price tags. Shenxianju is prone to fog on rainy days, so check the weather forecast in advance. The joint ticket for Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area is valid for 2 days, so you can arrange your itinerary reasonably. Accommodation in Linhai is tight on weekends, so you need to book 2 weeks in advance.

Shenxianju Travel Guide: Wander Through the Clouds and Explore a Wonderland: Unlocking Zhejiang's "Paradise on Earth" [⭐] Shenxianju, located in Xianju County, Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, is a national 5A-level scenic area. It is famous for its volcanic rhyolite landform, peculiar peaks and clouds, and profound cultural heritage, and is known as "the place where immortals live." Whether it's climbing high to pray for blessings, exploring geological wonders, or feeling the tranquility of ancient villages, this place can satisfy your imagination of a "fairyland." This guide covers time recommendations, transportation guides, must-see attractions, and Internet-famous spots to help you enjoy Shenxianju! --- 🚗 Complete Transportation Guide Self-Driving [Recommended⭐] - Route: Navigate to "Shenxianju Scenic Area Visitor Center." If coming from Hangzhou/Shanghai, it is recommended to take the Zhuyong Expressway. If coming from Wenzhou, you can take the Taijin Expressway. Note that some toll stations may be temporarily closed during holidays. - Parking: There are 3 parking lots in the scenic area. It is recommended to park at the visitor center and then take the shuttle bus (South/North Gate). Public Transportation - High-Speed Train: Arrive at Xianju South Station or Linhai Station, and transfer to the scenic area bus (about 40 minutes). - Bus: There are 16 direct buses from Xianju Bus Station to the scenic area every day, one every half hour. --- 🌟 Recommended Must-See Attractions 1. Guanyin Peak The symbol of Shenxianju, shaped like Guanyin standing quietly in the clouds. You can see its majestic appearance from the cable car. After climbing to the top, you can overlook the picturesque mountains and instantly calm your mind. 2. Ruyi Bridge An Internet-famous landmark! The glass bridge spans the canyon and is shaped like a jade Ruyi. When the clouds and mist are lingering, it is like walking in the clouds, meaning "everything goes smoothly." A must-take photo spot. 3. Nantian Peak Glass Viewing Platform A "spacecraft" shape cantilevered 45 meters. Under your feet is a bottomless abyss. On a clear day, you can enjoy the sea of clouds. On a cloudy day, it is like falling into a fairyland. Thrilling and shocking coexist. 4. Gaoqian Ancient Residence An ancient Ming and Qing architectural complex. White walls and gray tiles hide the century-old stories of Jiangnan gentry. The stone and wood carvings are exquisite. It is suitable for wearing Hanfu to take ancient-style blockbusters. 5. Danzhu Primitive Forest A "natural oxygen bar" and "green gene bank." Hike and explore the stream, explore the wild, and feel the freshness surrounded by negative oxygen ions. --- 📸 Top 5 Internet-Famous Spots 1. Buddha Shadow Lotus Charm: The lotus platform under Guanyin Peak. When the water mist is spraying, it is surrounded by fairy air, and Hanfu photos are instantly produced. 2. Qixia Pavilion: An excellent viewing angle overlooking the canyon. The light and shadow are intoxicating at dusk. 3. Nantian Peak Cafe: Drink coffee and enjoy the sunset in the clouds, filling up the romance value. 4. Feitian Waterfall Plank Road: A winding path on the cliff, with waterfalls falling like a galaxy. 5. Around Shenxianju Highway: A 39 km self-driving loop connecting Jingxingyan and Potan Ancient Town, with picturesque scenery along the way. --- 💡 Tips - Tickets: CNY 110 per person, cable car one-way CNY 55-65; students and the elderly enjoy half price. - Clothing: The temperature difference in the mountainous area is large, so prepare a windproof jacket; it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes for hiking. - Accommodation: You can choose budget hotels around the scenic area, or experience the health-preserving homestays in "Oxygen Bar Town." - Food: Xianju Eight Bowls, Yangmei (June-July), and Wing On Travel Creek Fish, authentic farmhouse flavors not to be missed. --- Shenxianju is half natural wonders and half a cultural code deposited over thousands of years. Whether you are pursuing the thrilling glass plank road or the tranquil time of the ancient village, here you can forget the hustle and bustle and return to nature and inner peace. Set off now and start your "becoming immortal" journey! ✨

After finishing the morning reading at Tongjiang Academy, I came to the nearby Paotan Ancient Town. Paotan Ancient Town was built in the Tang Dynasty and reached its peak in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is a water-land junction connecting the southeast coast and the inland of Zhejiang. Once upon a time, it was a scenic port along the Yong'an River. Every three, six, and nine, people from the surrounding area would come to Paotan for a fair, and this tradition is still maintained today. The thousand-year-old Paotan is a typical example of the ancient town culture of the ancient rural areas in the south of the Yangtze River. Walking on the stone-paved road in the ancient town, admiring the shops along the street, the wooden doors and windows make a creaking sound, and the osmanthus trees will put the fallen flowers in the palm of your hand, breathing their scent in the most greedy way, and the sense of sight and smell will bring me back to the ancient town of Sangzi, Peng'an, Sichuan, where I lived in my childhood. (Pictures 19, 20) Thousand-year-old stunt needle-stitched boneless lantern. The small exhibition hall reflects the prosperity of a thousand lanterns with mirrors. What initially attracted me here was the word "pao". I searched the Internet and found that it means "white". Because this place is where the five waters converge, you can see multiple moons on the moonlit night. If you can live here, wait for the full moon night, you may understand the original intention of naming it "pao".

💁 The whole ancient town is not crowded, a very primitive village, 👇 not commercialized, walking on the winding cobblestone ancient streets, ⤴️ you can see the original appearance of the Jiangnan ancient town, the old buildings are almost uninhabited, 🔰 brick carving and wood carving craftsmanship, cranes, kylins, dragons, and phoenixes are vividly depicted. ⬇️ It is an ancient town with a long history and rich cultural heritage, and it is also a great place to visit, 💁 appreciate the ancient buildings, feel the tranquility and historical atmosphere of the ancient town‼️ 📍 Scenic spot address: Potan Ancient Town, Potan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province Opening hours: 08:00-16:30 🎟️ Ticket information Tickets: 35 yuan (free before June 30, 2024) 🚗 Scenic spot transportation: 🚌 Take the Xianju Yihengxi Line from Xianju Chengguan Station to Potan Bridge Village Station and walk about 200 meters to arrive; 🚘 Self-driving navigation to Potan Ancient Town; free parking outside the ticket office, and parking is also available on both sides of the village entrance road. 🌟 Highlights: ✅ Potan is a narrow town along the river, with only one main street, ⤵️ cobblestone dragon-shaped street, also known as dragon-shaped ancient town, the stone-built walls bear wooden door lintels, ⤴️ carved beams and painted rafters, with many ancient buildings with a sense of age, hanging many old plaques that have been passed down, 👇 it was also a transit point for the southeast salt route water and land intersection in ancient times. 📜 In ancient times, Potan was a prosperous and artistic commercial port, with restaurants, post offices, ancestral halls, pawnshops, fabric shops, old schools, Chunhua Courtyard, ancient theaters, high official residences, and ancient residences from the Tang, Song, Ming, Qing, and Republic of China periods, 👀 you can see the prosperity of the ancient salt transport route and the diverse lifestyles of people in the old days. Now, only the elderly who stick to the place sell some local specialties ⏬ 🉐 The original ancient town, not commercialized, ☑️ no commercial atmosphere, the taste of time is everywhere, the buildings are mainly wooden structures, ✅ red bricks and green tiles, 👈 stoves and pavilions with a sense of age, the old brands carved on the walls record the prosperity here, ⤵️ now there are basically no original residents, most of the storefronts are closed. 👍️ Must-visit attractions: 🎉 Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Hu Gong Temple, He Clan Academy, ancient streets and alleys, Yingyue Lake, Yong'an Creek Needle-pierced boneless lanterns, Xianju Eight Bowls 🌈 Needle-pierced boneless lanterns It is an intangible cultural heritage, ⤵️ also known as "Xianju Lantern" or "Needle-pierced Boneless Lantern". The lanterns do not use a skeleton, 👇 they are made of various patterns and designs pierced with embroidery needles, entirely made of paper, ✔️ each step requires a high degree of skill and care, a handmade lantern takes more than a month to make, small and exquisite, with unique shapes, praised as "a unique Chinese art"‼️ 🌈 Chen Clan Ancestral Hall Built in the Qing Dynasty, with exquisite layout and grand momentum, it is the main place for the spread of Chen clan culture. 🌈 Hu Gong Temple Hu Gong was an honest official in the Northern Song Dynasty with remarkable achievements. Built during the Southern Song Dynasty, 🈶 it was rebuilt during the Ming Wanli period and preserved to this day. The building is ancient and elegant, with carved beams and painted rafters, and the patterns are particularly exquisite. 🌈 Yingyue Lake To enter the ancient town, you need to walk through winding green paths, ✅ you will pass Yingyue Lake, with a long pavilion and a corridor, turn left to enter the ancient street. 🌈 Salt Transport Wharf Since the Tang Dynasty, it has been a famous salt merchant port. ➰ Its status at that time was no less than that of the famous Jiangnan ancient towns today, ✔️ a very prosperous ancient town, now it is very primitively preserved. 💗 Other tips: ☑️ The dam on the parking lot is really photogenic, especially beautiful, 👈 you can take photos and check in, children who like to play in the water can go play, the water is very clear. ✅ Many are wooden ancient houses, 👉 too dilapidated, on the verge of collapse and abandoned, do not enter the empty houses, pay attention to safety ⬇️ ☑️ Small stalls are set up on both sides of the small streets, ⬇️ after the rain, be careful of your feet, the cobblestone road is a bit slippery ✅ It is recommended to bring some food yourself, there is not much to eat inside.

Visiting the Fairy Residence and staying nearby, I stumbled upon a place called Positan Ancient Town. This place has rarely preserved ancient buildings from the 'Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing' dynasties and is also known as 'one of the most completely preserved ancient cultural relics in Zhejiang.' 【Positan Ancient Town】 📍Address: About 25 kilometers west of Xianju County, Taizhou 🚘Distance: About 10 minutes' drive from the Fairy Residence This place has a unique confluence of five streams, and the winding ancient streets are said by locals to be 'dragon'-shaped, also known as 'the first ancient street in Zhejiang.' Most importantly, it has hardly been commercialized, without the noisy hawking and the same old snacks, still maintaining its original appearance! Throughout the ancient town, you can see many people sketching. If you like painting, you can come here for a quiet sit. Main attractions: Chen Family Ancestral Hall, Hu Gong Temple, He Family Academy Compared to the bustling crowds of other ancient towns, this place is particularly quiet. Walking through the ancient town buildings, it seems easier to touch the memories of old times. Xianju bayberries are currently in season, and on the way to the ancient town, there are many villagers' orchards where you can try them.

The Boneless Embroidery Lantern is one of the varieties of decorative lanterns, with the ones from Xianju being particularly famous. Originating from the Tang Dynasty, the Xianju Boneless Embroidery Lantern combines painting, embroidery, paper-cutting, and architectural art. It features a unique shape, a strong sense of space, rich changes in elevation, and a delicate and vivid structure, making it a masterpiece of traditional female red craftsmanship. In 2000, Xianju County was named 'The Hometown of Chinese Folk Art' by the Ministry of Culture due to the Boneless Embroidery Lantern, and in June 2006, it was listed in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage protection by the State Council. In May 2018, Xianju lantern works were selected for the global launch of 'One Hundred Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Masters on World Stamps,' and the Xianju lantern works have been exhibited around the world, enjoying a reputation both at home and abroad, and are known as 'China's Number One Lantern'. During the Kaiyuan era of the Tang Dynasty, a scholar from Potan Village got lost in the mountains at night and was guided by a fairy with a 'divine lantern.' This lantern was boneless, exquisitely made, small and exquisite, and simple and elegant. After returning home, the scholar meticulously replicated the lantern and hung it at his door, where it was adored and praised by all, and the craft of making lanterns was thus passed down. Later, the fairy transformed into a village woman and married the scholar, accompanying him every night to recite poetry and books. When the scholar became the top scholar, the Boneless Embroidery Lantern was revered by the locals as the 'Top Scholar's Lantern,' and every household hung this lantern at their door. Every year, Xianju would present ten pairs of lanterns to Emperor Li Shimin, symbolizing 'perfection.' The top scholar's wife, Shangu, also passed on the crafting technique to the villagers of Potan Village, and since then, the craft of making this divine lantern has been passed down among the people of Xianju. The craft of the Xianju lantern is quite complex, with a detailed process that includes 20 steps, many of which require repetition, so they are summarized into thirteen main steps. (1) Designing (2) Glue preparation (3) Lantern paper making (4) Paper ironing (5) Pattern cutting (6) Binding (7) Flower carving (8) Copying (9) Embroidery (10) Erecting the lantern (11) Making the orchid head (12) Assembly (13) Decoration The needles used are also very particular, with more than a dozen different types available for use. The smallest embroidery needle is only one centimeter long, slightly thicker than a strand of hair, and can float on water, hence called 'water floater.' The patterns created with this needle are especially effective, allowing light to shine through the lantern walls and needle holes, creating a light that is both soft and bright, serving both practical and ornamental purposes. The embroidery process is labor-intensive and time-consuming, with about 50 punctures per square centimeter on each lantern wall, and each lantern requires at least three to four workers, and sometimes even hundreds.

Nestled among the verdant mountains in the eastern part of China, there lies a place whose very name is enough to stir endless imagination—Xianju. Here, the mountains and rivers are picturesque, and the ancient village charm remains, as if it's a pure land specially reserved for dreamers by the world itself. 🏞️【Must-Visit Attractions】🏞️ 1. Shenxianju - As the iconic landscape of Xianju, Shenxianju is known for its peculiar peaks, secluded valleys, and cascading waterfalls. Walking on the cloud-wrapped plank roads, every turn is a beautiful landscape painting. Remember to climb to the 'South Heaven Bridge', where you can enjoy the best view of the sunrise over the sea of clouds. 2. Potan Ancient Town - Stepping into this thousand-year-old town is like traveling back to the Song and Ming dynasties. The ancient town retains well-preserved old streets and Ming and Qing dynasty buildings, with each bluestone slab recording the vicissitudes of history. Don't miss the folk performances and local snacks of the ancient town to experience the simple life. 3. Yong'an Creek Rafting - Want to experience leisurely contentment? Yong'an Creek Rafting is the perfect choice. Sitting on a bamboo raft, drifting with the waves, the scenery on both sides is picturesque, enjoying a quietness away from the hustle and bustle. 📍【Detailed Address】📍 •Shenxianju: Baita Town, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province •Potan Ancient Town: Potan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province •Yong'an Creek Rafting: Ximen Village, Bulu Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province 🚗【Transportation Tips】🚗 •Getting to Xianju: The most convenient way is to depart from Taizhou Luqiao Airport, take a coach or rent a car directly to Xianju County, about a 1.5-hour drive. •Internal Transportation: In Xianju County, you can rent electric cars or bicycles to tour the surrounding attractions. It is recommended to drive or take a local tour bus between Shenxianju and Potan Ancient Town. 🍜【Food Recommendations】🍜 •Xianju Bayberry - How can you not taste this ruby-like delicacy when in Xianju? June is the season when bayberries ripen, they are sour, sweet, and juicy. •Eight Big Bowls - A traditional banquet cuisine of Xianju, including Shenxian Chicken, Yong'an Creek Fish, etc., each dish is an authentic mountain delicacy not to be missed. 🏞️【Recommended Nearby Attractions】🏞️ •Jingxing Rock - Located in the western part of Xianju, known for its steep mountains and unique sunrise over the sea of clouds, it is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. •Dan Bamboo Leisure Valley - A natural oxygen bar hidden in the deep mountains, suitable for hiking adventures, enjoying the pure air and the tranquility of the primeval forest. 🌟 Xianju is not just a place name; it is a feast of nature, culture, and cuisine. Here, every breath is a purification of the soul, and every step is a peaceful stride in a world without strife. Take this travel note with you on your journey to Xianju, let your soul be truly released and elevated in this earthly paradise.

🚗 It takes over four hours to drive from Shanghai to Taizhou, and the first stop we visited is PaoTang Ancient Town, known as the first ancient street in Zhejiang. 🧩 PaoTang Ancient Town is one of the most completely preserved ancient cultural sites in Zhejiang. The local ancient architectural complex is authentic and of great historical, cultural, and scientific artistic value, like a living miracle. 🧩 Walking on the goose-soft stone paths of the ancient town, the view is very serene and desolate. There are no residents or shops in the town, with only a few elderly people squatting under the eaves by the road, selling local specialties like bamboo shoots. 🧩 The ancient town is not large, with the main street shaped like a dragon and 2 kilometers long. We walked from the dragon's head to the tail without having to retrace our steps, taking photos and checking in along the way. We saw brothels, ancient stages, gambling houses, banks, ancestral halls, and many other historical sites, stopping and going, spending more than an hour. 🧩 The architectural style of the ancient town is diverse and well-arranged. You can admire various exquisite wood carvings, brick carvings, and stone carvings that are very much of their time. 🧩 The ancient town's needle-pricked boneless lantern exhibition is very interesting, a millennium-old unique skill of the town. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the needle-pricked boneless lantern was extremely popular. People at that time regarded it as a treasure, revered it as a deity, and even carved lanterns on the beams and columns of houses for good luck. 🧩 In ancient times, PaoTang was an important salt transfer port, and the town preserves more than 260 old shops, witnessing the history of PaoTang. 🧩 PaoTang Ancient Town has a profound sense of history. When visiting Taizhou, one must see this unique place that has been forged over a thousand years, harmonious in its essence, and rich in natural treasures. 🌿 Name: PaoTang Ancient Town 📍 Address: Shangjie Village, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province 🚇 Transportation: 768m from PanTang Bus Station, about a 9-minute walk 🅿️ Parking: Free parking along the outer road 🎫 Ticket: Free

This is the dreamy ancient town you've been imagining, simple and quiet with few tourists, and not overdeveloped. "The dragon dances through nine bends in Baotan, people come with the creek's sound to the small hall," the ancient street is lined with a large number of residential houses, shops, inns, theaters, pawnshops, academies, and temples from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing dynasties, and the Republic of China era. The ancient town still preserves a three-Huali-long cobblestone-paved "dragon" shaped ancient street. The sleeping dragon lies in the wild, with tranquility and awe coexisting. Here you can find the poetic and picturesque scenery of small bridges over flowing water, the pure nature of ancient villages and towns you seek, and the quaint and vicissitudinous atmosphere of the ancient town that soothes the floating and sinking heart of the mundane world. 【Attraction Information】 Address: Baotan Town Scenic Area, Baotan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City Ticket: 35 yuan, 20 yuan for seniors aged 60-70

There is a hidden paradise in Taizhou, Zhejiang called Baotan Ancient Town. ❤Recommended Reason: ✨When traveling to Taizhou, Zhejiang for the New Year, besides exploring the beautiful scenery of the Fairy Residence, there is an ancient town that seems like a paradise on earth: Baotan Ancient Town, which is worth a visit. 🌟Highlights: ➡️Founded during the Tang Dynasty and flourishing in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Baotan Ancient Town was a transfer point for the water and land salt routes in the southeast in ancient times. Today, to enter the ancient town, one must pass through winding green paths, and by the Moon Reflection Lake, which is said to be the confluence of five streams and also the best place to enjoy the moon in the ancient street. 🍃Passing by the Moon Reflection Lake, there is a long pavilion and a connecting corridor. Turning left, you will truly enter the ancient streets of the town. Unlike other roads, the streets of the ancient town are paved with cobblestones, smooth and shiny, and it is surprising that the pavement has been preserved so well after a thousand years. 👣Entering the ancient street, you can see the ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties on both sides of the street: there is the Chen Family Ancestral Hall, built during the Qing Dynasty, which was the main site for the cultural dissemination of the Chen clan. The layout of the ancestral hall is exquisite and majestic, a vivid portrayal of the glorious history of the Chen clan; there is also the Hu Gong Temple, Hu Gong was an official with integrity and significant achievements for nearly fifty years. During the Southern Song Dynasty, Baotan built the Hu Gong Temple, which was renovated during the Ming Dynasty and has been preserved to this day. In ancient times, Baotan was a bustling and literary port, as can be seen from the stone counters, tea houses, ancestral halls, jewelry offices, pawnshops, opera stages, and old brand signs still present in the ancient town. As time swiftly passes, a thousand years of history have settled, making the ancient charm of this place even more profound. ✅Must Experience: 😊Come here with friends to play, and in the ancient street, not only are there rows of vendors selling local specialties, but if you go further, you can also experience the intangible cultural heritage of Baotan: the boneless needle-punched lantern, also known as the 'Fairy Residence Lantern' or 'Boneless Needle-Punched Lantern.' The feature of this lantern is that it is made entirely of paper without any metal framework. Each step requires a high level of skill and care, and the final product is not only gorgeous in appearance but also rich in symbolic meaning and auspicious connotations! ✳️【Address】: Baotan Ancient Town, Baotan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang

🌤Pótān Ancient Town is located to the west of Xianju. The ancient town is now quiet, tranquil, and less commercial. But a thousand years ago, it was bustling. The Lingjiang and Yong'an streams converge here, and the Cangling Ancient Road from Zhejiang East to Zhejiang West also starts here. The convenient waterway and superior geographical location made Pótān prosperous in business and developed in salt transportation. It can be said that Pótān, which occupies the right time, place, and people, was the most prosperous market town along the Yong'an stream. 🌿It was already afternoon when we arrived at Pótān Ancient Town. Before entering the ancient town, you have to pass through a small road covered by trees. The plants in Zhejiang East are lush and vigorous, and they do not wither in winter, and the leaves are green and shiny. 📌The main attractions in Pótān are the buildings and ancestral halls. The 'dragon'-shaped ancient street paved with cobblestones is the symbol here; and the commercial ports, ancestral halls, and residences on both sides of the ancient street are neatly arranged, with buildings from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Republic of China periods. Walking along the ancient street, there are deep alleys extending outwards, which is the vein of the ancient town, paving a street into a net; at the end of the 'dragon'-shaped ancient street, there is an ancestral hall, in front of which stands a rare brick carving arch in China, with clearly visible carvings of fairy deer, magpies, kirin, and scholars waving fans, which are very well preserved. 🏮Pótān boneless flower lanterns, also known as 'Tang lanterns', are intangible cultural heritage. The lanterns are small and classical in shape, without a skeleton, and the pinholes are scattered all over the lantern. When lit with a candle at night, the whole body glows brightly, very oriental. It is not difficult to imagine that the prosperity, romance, and enjoyment of the Tang Dynasty arrived here along the waterway and were presented in the form of lanterns. The ancient town has a small lantern museum where you can see boneless lanterns for free. 📌Pótān Ancient Town 🎫Ticket: 35 (currently the ancient town ticket is free, until June 30, 2024, you can rush) 📍Coordinates: : Zhejiang Province, Taizhou City, Xianju County Pótān Ancient Town

Pota Ancient Town is not big, but those houses preserved from the Ming and Qing Dynasties in the town are very worth visiting! When you come here, you must walk on the 'dragon'-shaped ancient street paved with cobblestones, which is quite rare. Now there are very few people living on the main street of the ancient town, and there is no commercial atmosphere. During the prosperous mid-Qing Dynasty, Pota Ancient Town was quite large, the main street was 'dragon'-shaped, paved with cobblestones, curved and well-made, up to 2 kilometers long, and the street was full of stone slab counters: In addition to the 'Shuibutou', there are five 'Butou' distributed in the town: Wuyi Butou, Dongyang Butou, Jinyun Butou, Yongkang Butou and Gong Butou. Looking through the materials, it is known that since the early Republic of China, due to changes in transportation conditions and natural and man-made disasters, the ancient street of Pota gradually declined, especially the opening of the railway, which made the Pota Salt Road lose its original function, and the Pota market is no longer glorious, but the main buildings and structures are still intact. There are very few tourists visiting the ancient town, which is very quiet. Only a few viewing points are open. According to the route instructions, it takes more than an hour to walk the whole journey.

Arrived in Xianju Town You must visit the ancient town of Baotan It is simple and full of natural atmosphere Walking along the tree-lined path to the ancient town Will pass by Yingyue Lake The ancient street is winding like a "dragon" Take a stroll here to enjoy the small town atmosphere ·

You really missed out this National Day if you didn't know about these two free attractions in Xianju! . The scenic area, in order to welcome the ongoing Asian Games, has launched a year-long free tour event, from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, exempting the entrance tickets to the attractions of Xianju Potan Ancient Town and Tongjiang Academy. . Tongjiang Academy, the first academy in the south of the Yangtze River. This was once the place where Zhu Xi, a Neo-Confucian scholar of the Southern Song Dynasty, lectured. The elegant and warm atmosphere of the scrolls seems to come to your face. The academy introduces the history of Tongjiang Academy and the imperial history culture of Xianju. . Potan Ancient Town, where you can experience a leisurely and contented slow life. Here is the most complete preservation of the 'Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing' five dynasties architecture, it was the 'Pearl of the Salt Road' when Zhejiang salt entered Jiangxi in ancient times. Dragon-shaped ancient street, Changmen Hall, He's Limen Hall, Chunhua Courtyard, Yingyue Lake, etc... Walking on the cobblestone path, looking at these ancient houses, as if telling the prosperity of the past.

🎉The travel guide to Xianju Po Beach Ancient Town is here!✨ 🌄Recommended travel days: half a day 💰Budget: According to personal needs, it is recommended to reserve 500 RMB 🏰Check-in place: 1️⃣Po Beach Ancient Town: Feel the historical charm of the ancient town for thousands of years, strolling on the antique streets, as if traveling through ancient times. 2️⃣Chen's Ancestral Hall: Feel the historical and cultural heritage of ancient architecture 🍲Food recommendation: 1️⃣Local seafood: fresh and delicious, rich in variety. 2️⃣Special snacks: such as chicken oil rice, glutinous rice dumplings, etc., unique taste, endless aftertaste. 🚋Traffic recommendation: 1️⃣Self-driving: Convenient for visiting various attractions and freely arranging the itinerary. 2️⃣Public transportation: Take local buses or tourist buses, economical and affordable. 🏨Accommodation recommendation: Local homestay: Close to nature and enjoy the quiet rural life. 2️⃣Local homestay: Close to nature and enjoy the quiet rural life. 🌳Surrounding play: 1️⃣Xianju National Forest Park: Get close to nature and experience the fun of hiking. 2️⃣Shenxianju Scenic Area: Watch the spectacular waterfalls, canyons and other natural landscapes.

🌿Located in eastern Zhejiang and west of Taizhou, Xianju is a place that evokes a lot of imagination just by hearing its name. Xianju has a long history and is fun and delicious. In the Song Dynasty, there was a book called "Mushroom Spectrum" which was specifically about eating mushrooms. This shows that the people here are obsessed with delicious food. At the same time, Xianju also has a rich cultural heritage and a super "fairy" environment and scenery. Why not take advantage of the Spring Festival holiday to have a trip full of ritual sense~ 📌Must-visit attractions in Xianju: Shenxianju, Tongjiang Academy, and Pantan Ancient Town 🏞️Shenxianju: Just hearing the name is enough to make people yearn for it. The place is steep and majestic, with a fairy-like air. The scenery is beautiful in all seasons. There are many iconic spots for checking in, and you can take blockbuster photos in minutes. Guanyin Peak, Buddha's Shadow and Lotus Melody, Nantianding, Ruyi Bridge, etc. 🏮Baotan Ancient Town: The ancient town is located west of Xianju. Wandering here, you can feel the quietness and tranquility. There is less commercial atmosphere and more ancient buildings. The commercial ports, ancestral halls and residential houses on both sides of the famous "dragon"-shaped ancient street are neatly arranged, with buildings from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Republic of China periods. The tour takes at least 2 hours. 🌳Tongjiang Academy: This academy has a history of 800 years and is known as the No. 1 academy in Jiangnan. This is not only the oldest academy in Xianju, but also the best-preserved academy in Jiangnan. Walk through the stone archway, cross the Zhuangyuan Bridge, and arrive at the lecture hall of the academy. The plaques with the words "Quiet, Silence" and "Order, Order" are hung on the wall, and when you are there, you can hear the sound of reading aloud... 🍜Xianju special snacks: wheat noodles, glutinous rice cakes, noodles with toppings, oil balls, Xianju eight bowls Shenxianju

After passing through a forest, you will reach the ancient street. It feels like walking a few dozen steps in the "Peach Blossom Spring" and suddenly feeling enlightened. On the 3rd, 6th and 9th of every lunar month, people from the surrounding area would come here to attend the market, and this tradition has been preserved to this day. This is an ancient dragon-shaped street paved with cobblestones. The dragon head faces the confluence of the Five Rivers, and at the dragon tail stands a brick carving workshop that is rare in China. The folk customs here are also very simple. We took photos in front of the local people's houses. The old man pushed the door open and smiled at us. Walking here, we had a feeling of peace and tranquility.

On this trip to Zhejiang, I went to explore a place where immortals live, which is located in Xianju's . Under the fairyland scenery of Shenxianju, I also found some off-the-beaten-path places worth exploring, such as the I am sharing with you today, which is a charming town worth a special trip. Potan Ancient Town is only a 20-minute drive from Shenxianju Scenic Area and only 25 minutes to Xianju County. As a place where water and land meet, its superior geographical location and the important transfer dock of the ancient salt road have made Potan a famous commercial port in ancient times. Under the prosperous economy, we have seen many wealthy mansions today. The history of Potan Ancient Town is very long, dating back to 998 AD. Despite the vicissitudes of a thousand years, it still preserves the "dragon"-shaped ancient street paved with three Huali's long cobblestones. The buildings on the street span the Tang, Song, Ming, Qing, and Republic of China. The architectural art of each era is gathered together, which is very characteristic, especially the magnificent and beautifully laid out "Three Transparent Nine Door Hall", which can let you experience the connotation of a thousand years of culture. There is also a "Chen Clan Ancestral Hall" in the ancient town. This three-entry courtyard built in the Qing Dynasty was once the main dissemination place of Chen Clan culture. The ancestral hall consists of a gate hall, a patio, a main hall (main hall), and two wings. The layout is exquisite and magnificent. The thick and tall stone pillars in the five-open main hall are embroidered with couplets and deputies. The text is elegant, the content is rich, the connotation is profound, and the calligraphy style is vigorous and steady. It is a vivid portrayal of the glorious history of the Chen Clan. As the prestigious family of Potan Ancient Town, the Chen family has produced generations of people, and its influence can be said to be very great. Another building not to be missed is . This is a memorial hall to commemorate the famous minister Hu Ze of the Song Dynasty (commonly known as Hu Gong). The various inscriptions and inscriptions inside all reflect the cultural connotation of this place. In addition to architecture, Potan Ancient Town also has rich local food and folk culture, such as glutinous rice cakes, green tofu, soy sauce chrysanthemum brain, wheat cakes, etc., as well as various celebrations such as carp jumping over the dragon gate, rolling ground dragon, bench dragon, July 7 Niangniang Meeting, etc. Overall, the town is not big but very exquisite, with high playability and no admission fee. Don't miss this good place when you come to Shenxianju. 📍Detailed address: Potan Town, West of Xianju County, Taizhou, Zhejiang 🚗Traffic strategy: Direct bus from Xianju County Bus Station 🕙Opening hours: Open 24 hours 💰Ticket price: None, free open scenic area 🌟Highlights: Rich folk culture, exquisite historical buildings, and a thousand-year heritage

If you don't come to Taizhou, you won't know that there is such a paradise✌ Since I couldn’t travel far on the weekend, I specially chose this ancient town of Baotan, which is quite close to Hangzhou! . 🚗Transportation We drove out by ourselves! It takes about 3 hours to drive from Hangzhou. And it is quite close to Shanghai, Ningbo, Shaoxing and Jinhua👍 Sometimes I feel like I was wandering in the hustle and bustle of the city just a second ago And the next second, it was like traveling to a paradise✨So comfortable~ - ⛩Baotan Ancient Town 📍｜Piaotan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province 🎫Adult ticket: 35💰 ⏰Entry time: 8:00 Walking on the cobblestone road and listening to the crisp footsteps is the unique fun of visiting the old street. Among them, the ancient style and appearance of the main street is particularly prominent, preserving the ancient buildings of the five dynasties of "Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing". On both sides of the street are finely carved residential houses, without any traces of commercialization, which further shows the leisurely ancient charm of the town. - ⛩Tongjiang Academy 📍｜Shanxia Village, Paotan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province 🎫Adult ticket: 20💰 ⏰Entry time: 8:30 Tongjiang Academy, which has a long history and cultural heritage, has a strong Jiangnan style🍃 It is said that even Zhu Xi, a Neo-Confucian philosopher of the Southern Song Dynasty, once taught scriptures here. Today, you can still see the original plaque he wrote. Walking through the stone archway and crossing the Zhuangyuan Bridge, taking photos and checking in are also very photogenic! Wearing new Chinese style clothing is particularly suitable for the occasion📷

The ancient town of Yutan is the transit point of the water and land in the southeastern ancient salt road. The ancient town is actually not big or even dilapidated. The town is a house that was preserved during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It can also see ancient theaters, brothels, gambling houses, money houses, etc. . This is what is very worth seeing in the village is the Chen's ancestral hall, where the ancestral tablets are enshrined in the ancestral hall, which is not visible in other towns. There are not many people in the ancient town of Jiangnan, but there is a literary and ancient atmosphere everywhere. This can be called the ancient town, and the ancient towns of the so-called "Aventure" can be mentioned.