Things to do in Xuancheng

Zhaoji Ancient Town is a gem of Hui-style architecture. Strolling along the bluestone-paved lanes, you'll see staggered gable walls and exquisitely carved ancient houses. Here, there is little commercial noise, and the atmosphere of the original inhabitants' lives is rich. It is not only a specimen of history but also a living village, simple and peaceful.

Peach Blossom Pool truly lives up to its name. The water is crystal clear and emerald green, with the ancient Hui-style village of white walls and black tiles standing beside it. Taking a boat trip on the lake, the scenery is picturesque, evoking the poetic sentiment of Li Bai's poem to Wang Lun. The tranquil and healing landscape is definitely worth a visit.

A very historic ancient town, especially the Hu Clan Ancestral Hall, which showcases the rich history of the Hu family, as well as the Hui-style architecture and memorial archways. Be sure to hire a guide to learn more about the stories and anecdotes. It's a great place.

Mount Jingting owes its fame to Li Bai, and Li Bai came to live here because of Xie Tiao; these histories are told to the world within this mountain. Within the mountain are all the historical stories that have been sung, displays of Shi Tao's Xuanzhou School of painting, Jingting Green Snow Tea, and beautiful green hills. The entire scenic area is not overly commercialized, but full of poetic atmosphere. Climbing to the top offers a panoramic view of the entire city—a truly breathtaking sight!

Overall, it's not bad. The architecture itself is airy and transparent, and it should be great for taking photos when the weather is good and there are few people. However, the experience is much worse when it's crowded, and it's difficult to take good pictures. The downside is that the parking lot is too small, and the scenic area's planning and management are inadequate. When I went on October 3rd, it was a rainy day, and there weren't many people, but because the museum is located right next to the national highway, in addition to cars entering the attraction, there were also passing cars. Because there's a waiting time to park inside, the road was very congested, taking almost half an hour to get through. After entering, it took another fifteen minutes to find a parking space. Finally, I parked at a school next to the national highway. Fortunately, there was no parking fee, which was better than other scenic spots. The scenic area should prioritize the construction of a good parking lot.

There are only two slopes, and you still get soaked. The rest are for the elderly. The green mountains and green waters are quite comfortable. I like the elderly. It is comfortable and cool to lie down all the time. The 30-degree temperature feels like 20 degrees on the boat. The water is a bit dirty when you are about to reach the end. There is a free shuttle bus back to the starting point at the end. If you want to change clothes, you still have to park your car at the end and take the shuttle bus to the starting point.

It was a normal hike. I started from Jixi, went to Lantian'ao, and then returned to Jixi, a round trip of about 25 kilometers. It took me 8 hours. The scenery is mostly along the section from the Jixi entrance to Shichating. There's not much to see beyond Shichating. If you're just looking for scenery, you can go to Shichating and hike through Xiaoyao Valley and back. Hiking is a different story. If you're fit, walk more; if you're not, walk less.

The Ningguo section of the "Sichuan-Tibet Highway" in southern Anhui combines the scenic beauty of Guilin in Guangxi, the wonder of the Stone Forest in Yunnan, and the ruggedness of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway (National Highway 318), making it a highly recommended self-driving route in East China. Winding through verdant mountains and clear waters, it connects numerous scenic spots, creating an immersive experience where "the car travels on the road, and the driver is immersed in a painting." In autumn and winter, the fir forests turn red, creating a stunning spectacle that complements the water features, and boat tours are available.

Zhangshan Grand Canyon, also known as the Valley of Great Men, is located in Jixi County. It's dotted with uniquely shaped rocks and emerald pools, and lush with trees! Our group of four parked at the west gate and then took an electric cart to the east gate to enter. The descent took about 3-4 hours, with only the last half hour being an uphill hike – not tiring at all! The water flow is abundant, the scenery is beautiful, and it's definitely worth a visit! 👍

The scenery is beautiful, but the complimentary Shu Road climb is strenuous, so those who are not in good physical condition should not attempt it. The equipment on the downhill slide is a bit old. Actually, the scenery inside and outside the scenic area is quite nice.