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The braised pork with abalone is delicious, sweet but not greasy. There are 6 large abalones in one plate, which is really cost-effective! The Taihu freshwater shrimp is limited and really delicious!

"Highlights of the Trip" ✅ Bird watching at the wetland park + mini-train ride - perfect for family interaction ✅ Rowing boat tour of Nanxun Ancient Town - experience intangible cultural heritage handicrafts ✅ Wonderful museum tour - learn while playing! ✅ Enjoy authentic Huzhou cuisine for just 200+ RMB per person 👨‍👩‍👧 "Day 1 Itinerary" 🕘Morning: Moganshan Wetland Park Address: Wukang Town, Deqing County ✨Watch egrets fly 🐦 Ride the lakeside mini-train Free children's play area - perfect for families with kids! 🕛Lunch: Lakeside farmhouse restaurant Must-try: Fish head stew + seasonal wild vegetables Steamed farm-fresh eggs are tender and delicious with rice! 🕑Afternoon: Nanxun Ancient Town (5A Scenic Area) Address: No. 51, Renrui Road, Nanxun District 🚢A must-do: Take a traditional awning boat ride! The scenery on both sides of the river is breathtaking! 🎨 Experience fan painting/oil paper umbrella making with your kids – get some intangible cultural heritage! 🏡Accommodation Recommendation: Nanxun Huajiantang·Qiushuli 📍No. 109, Nanxi Street, Nanxun Town A rustic courtyard + family room. Enjoy a light show at night! 🍜"Day 2 Itinerary" 🕘Morning: Huzhou Museum Address: No. 6, Renhuangshan Road, Wuxing District 🆓Free admission! The dinosaur fossil exhibit is a favorite among children. 🕛Lunch: Stroll and eat at Wuxing Ancient Street Recommendations: Ding Lianfang Qianzhang Bao (thousand-layer tofu skin rolls) + Zhu Laoda Zongzi (sticky rice dumplings). Buy some Gusao Bing (sister-in-law cakes) as souvenirs – sweet but not cloying! 💡"Family Tips" 1️⃣Bring a stroller! 1. The cobblestone streets of the ancient town are a bit tiring on the legs. 2. Prepare waterproof shoes, as rain is possible at any time in Jiangnan. 3. Book your guesthouse two weeks in advance, as it's very popular on weekends. 📸Photo spots: 1. Reflection of the Hundred-Room Building in Nanxun Ancient Town 2. Birdwatching platform in the wetland park 3. Spiral staircase in the museum 💰Estimated cost: Approximately 1500 RMB for two adults and one child (including accommodation, entrance fees, and meals) The gentle charm of Jiangnan is hidden in this family trip! 👨‍👩‍👧✨ #HuzhouFamilyTrip #NanxunAncientTown #MoganshanWetland #JiangsuZhejiangShanghaiSurroundingTrip #FamilyTravelGuide

Tired of crowded, trendy tourist spots? Actually, the areas surrounding Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai hide many charming, understated towns, easily accessible by high-speed rail or car in 1-3 hours. These towns boast stunning scenery, a relaxed pace of life, and affordable prices, perfect for solo relaxation, romantic dates, or small gatherings with friends. Today, we recommend four hidden gem towns that are hard to miss. Head out this weekend! --- 🌊 01 | Xiangshan, Zhejiang Keywords: Fishing village, seafood, coastline, film studio 📍1.5-hour high-speed rail journey from Hangzhou to Ningbo, then 1-hour drive Not Zhoushan, not Shenjiamen, Xiangshan is the most underrated gem on Zhejiang's coastline. Here lies China's version of "Cinque Terre"—Shipu Fishing Port. Colorful houses are built against the mountainside, dotted with fishing boats, resembling the Italian coast at dusk. The China Fishing Village Scenic Area is free to enter, with clean beaches, few tourists, and the opportunity to experience net fishing, grilling your catch on the spot—seafood is incredibly cheap! Also, check out Xiangshan Film and Television City; you might even bump into a film crew shooting a scene! 📌Tips: - Recommended Accommodation: Guesthouses in Shipu Ancient Town; sea-view rooms available for just over 200 RMB. - Must-Try Foods: Braised mantis shrimp, scallion oil clams, salt and pepper mantis shrimp --- 🍃 02 | Liyang, Jiangsu Keywords: Bamboo forest, hot springs, rainbow highway, off-the-beaten-path vacation 📍 0.5 hours by high-speed rail from Nanjing, 1.5 hours by car from Hangzhou You think Liyang is only about Tianmu Lake fish head? Actually, it's the most scenic small town in the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai region. Nanshan Bamboo Forest boasts tens of thousands of acres of bamboo forest; take a small train through a verdant wonderland, breathing in pure negative ions. The Rainbow Highway winds its way between tea plantations and reservoirs; whether cycling or driving, every frame is like a scene from a Japanese film. In the evening, soak in the Yushui Hot Spring, surrounded by bamboo forests and accompanied by the starry sky—this is truly a "fairytale world" for adults. 📌Tips: - Recommended Accommodation: Bamboo Forest Hot Spring B&B, private hot spring + mountain view, excellent value for money - Must-eat: Tianmu Lake Casserole Fish Head, Black Rice, Liyang White Celery --- 🏘️ 03 | Zhejiang·Nanxun Keywords: Ancient Town, Republic of China Style, Slow Life, Free Admission 📍1 hour by high-speed rail from Shanghai, 1 hour by car from Hangzhou Compared to Wuzhen and Xitang, Nanxun is truly "Zen-like." No commercial hustle and bustle, only white walls and black tiles, small bridges and flowing water, and century-old houses. Zhang Shiming's Former Residence, Xiaolianzhuang, and Baijianlou—each place holds the stories of the Republic of China era. At dusk, take a traditional rowboat through the ancient town. The boatman will sing a segment of Yue Opera, and time seems to stand still as the water ripples. And! Nanxun Ancient Town is free to enter (some smaller attractions charge admission). You can spend a whole day exploring, eating, and taking photos without spending a penny on entrance fees. 📌Tips: - Recommended Accommodation: Guesthouses near Baijianlou, with water views from the windows, 150+ RMB per person - Must-Try Foods: Xun Ti (braised pig's trotters), Dingsheng Gao (a type of rice cake), Nanxun Rice Wine --- 🌄 04 | Anhui·Jixi Keywords: Hui-style ancient villages, terraced fields, hiking, intangible cultural heritage 📍2 hours by car from Hangzhou, 2.5 hours by high-speed train from Shanghai to Huangshan North, then 0.5 hours by transfer Want to see the rapeseed flowers in Wuyuan but worried about the crowds? Come to Jixi, the true "birthplace of Hui culture". Longchuan Village, the hometown of Hu Shi, is an ancient village with a history of over a thousand years. Its well-preserved Hui-style architecture makes walking on its bluestone slabs feel like stepping back into the Ming and Qing dynasties. Jiapeng Terraces offer beautiful scenery in all four seasons: rapeseed flowers in spring and autumn harvest displays. More pristine than Wuyuan, and less crowded than Hongcun. You can also experience Hui ink making and wood carving, creating your own "Four Treasures of the Study" (writing brush, ink stick, inkstone, and paper). 📌Tips: - Recommended Accommodation: Longchuan Village Guesthouse, the owner is a descendant of Hui ink masters, and you can listen to stories in the evening. - Must-Try Food: Jixi Fried Vermicelli, Stinky Mandarin Fish, Hu Shi's One-Pot Dish --- ✅ Actually, the meaning of travel isn't about how far you go, but about changing your place and your mood. These small towns, reachable in 1-3 hours, lack the filters of online influencers, yet they hold the most authentic atmosphere of life. Pick a weekend, pack a small bag, and head out to feel the sea breeze, explore bamboo forests, stroll through ancient towns, and climb terraced fields. You'll discover that "poetry and distant places" are right here beside you. --- 📍What other hidden gems do you know about small towns around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai? Feel free to leave a comment and share, let's explore together!

Attention, folks in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! Stop chasing the popular ancient towns! Nanxun, the most understated of the "Six Great Ancient Towns of Jiangnan," boasts both the gentle charm of its canals and the historical grandeur of its mansions. Spend your days exploring ancient houses and savoring local delicacies, and enjoy the night market and the "Jiangnan Night Snow" at night. Super convenient with direct high-speed rail access! This guide will unlock the authentic way to experience Nanxun! ✨ 📍 Must-Visit Hidden Gems | Avoid the Crowds for Stunning Photos 1. Zhang Jingjiang's Former Residence 🕵️ Don't just look at the carved windows! Hidden beneath the blue bricks of the living room is the entrance to the underground vault. The patterns on the iron gate of the west wing are a family secret code. Stomp your foot in the southeast corner of the courtyard, and the sound will carry to the study in the backyard – a true anti-theft device from the Republican era! 2. Baijianlou 🛶 A must-visit on the west bank of the river! From the second floor of Mingyue Tavern, you can enjoy panoramic views of the wedding boat performances on the water. The low-angle shots of the reflections of the awning boats on the stone steps of Lianjie Bridge are absolutely stunning. The blue-dyed fabric drying yard in the backyard of No. 75 residential building is full of Jiangnan charm; every snapshot is a masterpiece. 3. Jili Silk Museum 🧵 The raw materials for Empress Dowager Cixi's dragon robe and the Queen of England's wedding dress came from here! You can experience 72℃ warm water silk reeling and even DIY earrings with the museum's elderly owner using silkworm cocoons. Look for silk products with certificates—the quality is superb. 4. Ditang Ancient Road 🌙 A top choice for nighttime strolls! Standing under the third willow tree west of Guanghui Bridge, the light show makes the phoenix on the brick carving seem to "fly" into the frame. Water vapor occasionally rises from the cracks in the bluestone path, creating an immersive atmosphere. 🍜 Intangible Cultural Heritage Food List｜Locals' Hidden Flavors 1. Zhuangyuanlou Double Noodle Soup 🍜 Foodies queue up at dawn just for this first bowl of soup noodles! A mountain of toppings—fried fish and crispy pork—make sure to drink the soup first before mixing the noodles; the fish bone broth is incredibly flavorful. 2. Changxingguan Three-Piece Set 🔥 The braised eel shreds are so tender they can be pulled into strands with chopsticks; the embroidered rice cake has a refreshing taste; and the stinky tofu stew marinated in amaranth stem juice is served with tea to cleanse the palate. All the authentic Nanxun flavors are on this table. 3. Nanxun Three-Course Tea 🍵 A must-have specialty tea for entertaining guests! The first course, a sweet and fragrant wind-dried tea, the second, a salty and refreshing smoked bean tea, and finally, a cup of clear tea for a lingering sweetness—a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and light flavors to savor the full spectrum of life. 4. Traditional Nanxun Braised Pork Knuckle 🥘 Slow-cooked pork knuckle in an earthenware pot, coated in an amber sauce, it falls off the bone with a gentle poke, each bite bursting with rich, flavorful juices—a classic hearty dish on the Nanxun table. 🌃 New Ways to Explore the Nightlife | Unlock the Vibrant Atmosphere of the Ancient Town 1. Dingjiaqiao Container Night Market 🎪 A trendy landmark composed of 49 colorful shipping containers, featuring folk music performances and a traditional Chinese game of "flying flowers" every night. The highlight is the "Fantasy Jiangnan" show from 7:00 PM to 7:15 PM, where pristine white snowflakes gently fall, instantly transforming the area into a fairytale world. 2. Liuyinlu Private Wharf 🦅 Staying here unlocks exclusive benefits; your butler will take you to the private wharf to watch cormorants fish. The river is shrouded in a light mist in the early morning, offering a much quieter experience than the early morning boats at popular tourist spots. 📌 Tips to Avoid Tourist Pitfalls｜Local Advice - Choose the opposite route from Baijianlou on your boat trip to avoid the crowded tourist routes; - For authentic handmade Dingsheng cake, look for No. 143 Baoshan Street; the old man's handmade cakes are the most genuine; - The back door of Zhang Shiming's former residence leads directly to the parking lot. Show your boat ticket to enter, saving you 10 minutes of walking; - Wear non-slip shoes for nighttime strolls, as the cobblestone streets may be slippery at night. The beauty of Nanxun lies in the moss-covered golden bricks, the delicate luster of its silk, and the vibrant atmosphere of its night markets. Don't rush; take your time to explore and savor the unique slow pace of this ancient town – that's the right way to experience Nanxun 🌿 #NanxunAncientTown #JiangsuZhejiangShanghaiTrip #ForeverAmazingOfJiangnanAncientTowns #OffTheBeatenPathTravelDestination

🚶‍♂️Journey through a thousand-year-old water town! A one-day in-depth guide to Nanxun Ancient Town, taking you to explore the "secrets of Jiangnan's waterways" 🌸✨ 🔥Did you know? Nanxun Ancient Town not only boasts century-old houses and bluestone alleyways, but also hides many little-known stories! Today, I'll take you on a day trip to explore this "living museum" of Jiangnan's water towns! Ready? Let's go! 🚤 📝 Why you absolutely must visit Nanxun! Because here you'll find— 🌿 Antique waterways, as if transported back to Jiangnan a century ago 🏡 Century-old houses, hiding anecdotes of famous figures and historical secrets 🎶 Jiangnan folk songs, melodious and touching, resonate in the alleyways 🍡 Local delicacies, moments of blissful flavor One-Day Itinerary: In-Depth Experience of Nanxun Ancient Town 🗺️ Morning: Embark on a Water Town Journey 🚶‍♀️ 1. Pre-trip Preparations: Wear comfortable shoes; the ancient town's cobblestone streets are uneven, but absolutely beautiful! 👟 Bring your camera/phone to capture every "Instagrammable" spot 📸 Book a guide in advance or download an e-guide for a more convenient experience! 2. Must-Visit Attractions: 【Baijianlou】: The legendary "Number One Building in Jiangnan," a century-old residence hiding stories of famous figures 🏡 Photo Highlights: The antique gatehouse and exquisite wood carvings 🖼️ 【Zhang Shichuan's Former Residence】: A cultural figure from the Republic of China era, step into his life 📝 Fun Interaction: Guess what his favorite tea was? ☕ 【Ancient Town Waterways】: Small bridges, flowing water, and traditional houses; paddle a small awning boat and experience the tranquility of "water-dwelling villages" 🌊 Suggestion: Take a awning boat ride and capture stunning "Jiangnan ink painting" photos 🎨 Lunch: Savor the delicacies of Jiangnan 🍜 Recommended snacks: Nanxun rice cakes, clear soup fish head, handmade tofu pudding 🥢 Featured restaurants: "Jiangnan private kitchens" within the ancient town, authentic flavors, elegant ambiance (remember to make reservations in advance!) Afternoon: Cultural and fun exploration 🖼️ 3. Unique Experiences: 【Ancient Town Handicrafts】: Learn to make Suzhou embroidery and bamboo weaving, taking home a piece of "handicraft sentiment" 🧵 Interactive Q&A: Which handicraft do you like best? Leave a comment and tell me! 【Celebrity Residence Tour】: Visit the former residences of famous people and experience their lives 🕰️ Do you know who the "talented woman" of Nanxun is? The answer is in the comments! 【Ancient Town Specialty Market】: Buy some unique handicrafts or snacks to take home a taste of "Jiangnan" 🎁 Evening: Romantic moments in the water town at night 🌙 Photography Tips: The sunset reflecting on the waterways creates a stunning interplay of light and shadow! 📷 Recommended Location: A small teahouse by the waterway, enjoy a cup of Longjing tea and the tranquil night view of the water town ☕ ⚡Bestseller Tips Summary: Book in advance to avoid crowds and capture "Instagrammable" photos 📸 Wear comfortable clothing and remember sun and mosquito repellent 🧴 Interactive Topics: "Which corner of Nanxun do you like best? Tell me in the comments! 💬" "Have you encountered any interesting things in the ancient town? Share them in the comments! 😂" **Photos:** High-definition photos + interesting stories to resonate with fans! 🌸Nanxun Ancient Town is not just a scenic waterway, but a living fossil of Jiangnan culture. Feel it with your heart; every alley holds a story! 🚶‍♂️💖 If you like this guide, remember to like and share it so more people can discover the secrets of the Jiangnan water towns! 🌊✨