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How can you be worthy of yourself if you don't eat some seafood when you come to Dayang Mountain? I spent the afternoon on the boat with the captain to catch the freshest seafood, and of course I wanted to eat Scola in the evening. When I came to his house, although the environment was average, the seafood here was very authentic. I really like his steamed rice fish, the taste and heat are just right, and the crab roe stewed egg is also a delicious choice.

A trip to Hangzhou without trying these is a complete waste! A 3-day Hangzhou food guide! ✨ 🔥[Top 5 Must-Try Snacks]🔥 1️⃣ Scallion-wrapped cypress A street food favorite Hangzhou residents have enjoyed since childhood💥 📍Hefang Street roadside stall, ¥5/portion 🌟Crispy pancake wrapper filled with fried dough sticks and scallions, and the sweet and spicy sauce is the star! Definitely eat it hot! 2️⃣ Pianerchuan A hot bowl of noodles in the morning is a Hangzhou treat🌅 📍Fang Chuan Noodle House 💫A heavenly combination of fermented fermented pork, pickled mustard greens, and bamboo shoots. The noodles are chewy and the broth is incredibly delicious! 3️⃣ Dingsheng Cake A lucky cake that's been around for 800 years, dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty💮 📍Zhiweiguan ¥8/piece 😋A glutinous crust wrapped in red bean paste, every bite is a delight~ 4️⃣ Youdun'er The taste of childhood school gates is back🎈 📍Canalside Morning Market ¥3-5/piece 👉Shredded white radish and chopped green onions fried golden brown, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, absolutely delicious! 5️⃣ West Lake Lotus Root Starch A Hangzhou health essential🍵 📍Jiaou Tiancheng ¥10/bowl 💯The aroma of Longjing tea combined with the smoothness of lotus root starch—a perfect way to relieve greasiness! 🏮[Time-Honored Must-Try List]🏮 ✔️Fuyuan Restaurant 🔥Crispy Large Intestines! Crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, bursting with oil. 💰50 per person 📍35 Hefang Street ✔️Hangzhou Three Sisters 23-year-old shop, order without fail 🌟 🌟Glutinous rice and pork ribs/rice cake and eggplant, YYDS! 💰40 per person 📍163 Wulin Road ✔️Louwailou 180 years of history, nestled in the heart of West Lake 🌊 🦐West Lake Vinegar Fish/Longjing Shrimp Must-Try 💰150 per person 📍30 Gushan Road 🌃[Food Street Guide]🌃 1️⃣Wulin Night Market ✨Hangzhou's top nightlife destination! 🍢BBQ/Stinky Tofu/Quzhou Shaobing ⏰4:00 PM - 12:00 AM 2️⃣ Hefang Street Traditional street style photography and delicious food! 📸 🥮Dingsheng Cake/Spiced Duck/Mutton Shaomai 🌌We recommend visiting at night for a more enjoyable experience~ 3️⃣ Hedong Road A local's hidden late-night snack spot‼ ️ 🦞Crayfish/Fish Head/Salt-Dipped Beef 💥Eat until you're full for 50 yuan per person! 💡[Helpful Tips] ✅Tangmian is best enjoyed between 7 and 9 AM ✅Wulin Night Market is half price after 8 PM! ❌Be careful when ordering the West Lake Vinegar Fish in the scenic area 🚲Recommended route: Cycling around West Lake → Lunch at Louwailou → Late-night snack at Wulin Night Market 👛[Must-buy souvenirs] 🎁Small Hu duck neck 🎁Longjing tea cakes 🎁Hangzhou white chrysanthemum 🎁Vacuum-proof fish cakes ⚠️Note: Wear loose clothing! Prepare a 256GB stomach! Hangzhou food can really make you gain 3 pounds🤣 #HangzhouFood #HangzhouCooking #HangzhouTravel #HangzhouGuide #JiangnanSnacks

The lady boss was very generous. She gave us corn from the island and showed us live jellyfish. She wanted to expand the restaurant. She also dissed the Shanghai customers, saying that they were too demanding and didn't spend much, not as much as the local customers who spent thousands of yuan. The conch was very delicious, with a natural sweetness. The hatchet fish tasted good, it was my first time to eat it, and the soup was delicious. The red shrimp was also very good, the shrimp meat was very sweet and had a lot of seeds. This restaurant is quite affordable. Two people ate for a little over 300 yuan.

Nanxun Ancient Town: A Jiangnan Secret Spot Featured by National Geographic, So Beautiful You'll Forget to Share Your Instagram Stories "Travel all over Jiangnan for ninety-nine days, and Nanxun is the best." This centuries-old folk song perfectly captures the unique charm of Nanxun Ancient Town. As China's first Jiangnan Ancient Town to be designated a World Cultural Heritage Site, Nanxun's beauty lies not only in the gentle charm of its small bridges and flowing water, but also in its blend of Eastern and Western influences and its hidden opulence. This time, follow my guide to unlock advanced Nanxun experiences, capture Instagram-worthy photos, and savor authentic Jiangnan cuisine! I. Why is Nanxun so legendary? National Geographic wasn't kidding! "A Living Fossil of Chinese and Western Integration": Hundred-Room Buildings meander along the river, with Roman columns and stained glass hidden among their blue-tiled, white-walled walls. Wealthy merchants in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China seamlessly integrated Western influences into their Jiangnan residences. The "Western-style Ballroom" in Zhang Shiming's former residence still remains a stunning sight. "A Low-Key Town of the Rich": Nanxun was once a hub for wealthy modern Chinese silk merchants. Legends of the "Four Elephants and Eight Oxen" are etched in the carved gatehouses of every mansion. Even Liu Yong's private garden (Xiaolianzhuang) surpasses the elegance of Suzhou gardens. "A Combination of Hometown Flavor and Artistic Sensation": Morning smoke curls between the horse-head walls of the Hundred Houses, while evening red lanterns are reflected on the Ditang River. Free from the hustle and bustle of over-commercialization, there's only the tranquility of rowboats gliding across the water. II. Transportation: High-Speed ​​Rail + Bus for Easily Reaching "Ink Painting" From Shanghai/Hangzhou (High-Speed ​​Rail + Bus, 1.5 Hours Direct): High-Speed ​​Rail: Shanghai Hongqiao/Hangzhou East Station → Huzhou Station (approximately 30-50 minutes). After exiting the station, follow the signs and walk to the Huzhou Tourism Distribution Center. Bus: Take the "Nanxun Ancient Town Tourist Bus" (approximately 1 hour, 8 yuan fare), which takes you directly to the ancient town entrance at the terminus. Tips: The bus runs frequently (approximately every 20 minutes), so it's recommended to transfer directly to the high-speed rail station to avoid a detour. From Suzhou (direct bus, a cost-effective option): Suzhou South Bus Station → Nanxun Bus Station (approximately 1.5 hours, 35 yuan fare). From there, take a 10-minute taxi to the ancient town. Driving: Navigate to "Nanxun Ancient Town Parking Lot" and park at the South Gate Parking Lot (close to the core area). Parking fee is 10 yuan per day. 3. Must-See Spots: Take these photos to instantly capture your Instagram feed! 📸 [Early Morning Limited] Morning Fog at Baijianlou (6:00-7:30 AM) Camera Position: Under Tongjin Bridge, use a telephoto lens to capture the hazy Horse Head Wall in the morning mist, and snap photos as fishing boats glide across the water. Outfit Tip: Wear Hanfu (Chinese traditional clothing) or a plain long skirt, paired with an oil-paper umbrella, for a truly glamorous experience. 🏯 [East meets West] Zhang Shiming's Former Residence Hidden Gem: Find the "Western Dance Hall" on the second floor. The light and shadows filtering through the stained glass windows cast shadows on the carved floor tiles. Use a wide-angle lens to shoot upwards to capture the dome. Story: The owner built the dance hall using imported building materials, simply to fulfill his mother's wish to see Western-style opera. His filial piety belies the arrogance of a silk merchant. 🌿 [Rich and Elegant] Xiaolianzhuang Photography Time: After 4 PM, as the setting sun slants across the corridors by the lotus pond, wear a cheongsam and stand in front of the openwork windows for a silhouette shot. Fun Fact: The "Jingxiang Poetry Cave" within the garden was where the owner recited his poems. The floor is paved with floral tiles imported from France, which retain their vibrant color. 🚤 [Healing Moment] Rowboat Night Cruise Route: Xiaolianzhuang Wharf → Guanghui Bridge (approximately 20 minutes, 50 yuan/boat, seats 4). Experience: The boatwoman will sing local folk songs, and lanterns on both sides gradually light up. It's recommended to use your phone to take long exposure photos of the lights on the water. IV. Foodie Hits: It's a wasted trip if you don't try these! 🍜 [Breakfast King] Shuangjiao Noodles Recommended Shop: Zhuangyuanlou (at the entrance of the ancient town) How to Enjoy: Crispy fried fish + rich but not greasy braised meat. Let the toppings soak in the broth. Drink a sip of the original broth before mixing with the noodles. 🐟 [Seasonal Delicacy] Embroidered Brocade Vegetable Secret Way to Enjoy: Order the "Stir-fried Brocade Vegetable with River Shrimp." The emerald green leaves paired with the tender pink shrimp are refreshing and light. History: This dish can only be grown in Nanxun's soil and water. It changes its flavor outside the ancient town and was once a "low-key show-off dish" enjoyed by wealthy merchants. 🍶 [Tipsy Experience] Nanxun Rice Wine Purchase Location: The Old Distillery on East Street. Enjoy a sip of warm rice wine paired with Dingsheng cake. Note: The aftertaste is quite strong, so sip only briefly! V. Cultural Entertainment: Travel Back to the Republic of China Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience: Hand-reel silk at the Jili Lake Silk Museum and learn how a single strand of silk made Nanxun wealthy. Night Performances: Summer weekends feature the "Xun Dreams of Jiangnan" waterside live performance (80 yuan), combining light and shadow with Kunqu opera. Unconventional Option: Find a riverside teahouse and listen to Pingtan (Pingtan), a traditional Chinese opera. We recommend "Jade Dragonfly" (adapted from a local Nanxun legend). VI. Recommended Itinerary: 1-2 Days for In-Depth Tour One-Day Highlight Tour: Baijianlou → Zhang Shiming's Former Residence → Xiaolianzhuang → Rowboat → Shuangjiaomian Two-Day Slow Tour: Day 1: Morning: Visit the mansions (Zhang Shiming and Liu's House), Afternoon: Jili Lake Silk Museum and have tea, then take a night boat tour. Day 2: Get up early to photograph the morning mist, visit the Jiayetang Library (the largest private library in the Republic of China), and shop for souvenirs (brush stones, silk). VII. Pitfall Avoidance Tips Admission: The ancient town is free, but a combined ticket to Xiaolianzhuang and six other attractions is 85 yuan (75 yuan if purchased online in advance). Accommodation: We recommend staying in a B&B near Baijianlou (such as Liuyinlu), offering river views from the window. Prices range from 200 yuan/night in the off-season. Platform Warning: Ignore the "free tour guides" along the road; the official guides at the scenic area are more professional and charge 80 yuan/session. The beauty of Nanxun requires a slow pace to appreciate. When you see an elderly woman washing clothes in the morning mist, or discover century-old shop signs beside a crumbling wall, you'll understand why National Geographic has such a soft spot for this place. Take this guide with you, and don't forget to post your location by the Ditang River—after all, "What's WeChat Moments? I'm a god in Nanxun." #NanxunAncientTown #NanxunAncientTownTravelGuide

Beautiful music, the sound of waves remains. Everyone has a story about the sea in their heart. Here, a new journey begins.