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【Qianlong's Choice】Yan'guan Two-Day, One-Night Royal Spring Outing Itinerary

Qianlong's designated Jiangnan spring outing: a two-day, one-night trip through the trendy royal city 🌸 📍Itinerary Highlights (Must-sees) Retrace Qianlong Emperor's designated spring outing route👣 Unlock the mysterious legends of the trendy royal city🔍 Stay in a Song-style garden hotel converted from Zhu Xi's former residence🏨 Experience the "Drunken Jiangnan" boat afternoon tea × Yan'guan tide wall: a new way to enjoy the sights🍵📷 Visit the Music House Museum and experience the artistic charm of ancient and modern times🎵 🚩DAY 1: Royal Tour Route 🏯Stop 1: Gongchen Gate Spring Welcome Stroll under the ancient Gongchen Gate in the spring breeze and feel the revitalization of the ancient city.🌸 🚣‍♀️Stop 2: Imperial Wharf Listening to the Wind Follow the guide, as if traveling through time, and listen to the whispers of history.🍃 🏠Stop 3: Exploring Chen Gelao's Mansion The palace secrets behind the carved window lattices immerse you in the story of the switched-at-birth legend.📜 🙏Stop 4: Praying for Blessings at Haishen Temple Hang a silk ribbon with your own hands, as the wind chimes on the eaves harmonize with the sound of the tide, and make an eternal wish.🎐 🌊Stop 5: Watching the Tide at the Tide-watching Scenic Spot Park Check the tide table in advance. When the snow-line-like tide rushes in from the horizon, it's incredibly spectacular!🌊 (It is recommended to arrive at the tide-watching spot half an hour in advance) 🏡Accommodation: Xuande Gate Hotel Zhu Xi's former residence transformed into a beautiful Song-style hotel. The moon gate, like a garden theater, hides endless surprises.🛌 🚩DAY 2: Tidal Music Experience Route 📸Stop 1: Yan'guan Tide Wall Check-in Standing in front of the 30-meter tide wall, the huge waves freeze into a long scroll of ink and wash painting, making for amazing photos!👗 (Light-colored clothing is recommended) 🍵Stop 2: "Drunken Jiangnan" Boat Afternoon Tea A rowing boat rocks into the spring water, green as blue. Longjing tea paired with lotus flower crisps, the charm of "Drunken Jiangnan" is all here.🍃🍰 🎵Stop 3: Music House Museum Admire a collection of European musical instruments, experience modern music technology, and feel the charm of music transcending time and space.🎹 📌Yan'guan Ancient City - City of Tidal Music Travel TIPS 🚗Transportation: 1.5-hour drive from Ningbo, or take the high-speed train to Haining West Station and then a 20-minute taxi ride.🚗💨 🏨Accommodation: Reservations are required for Xuande Gate Hotel. With its comfortable and pleasant environment, it's the perfect choice for a royal spring outing.🛌🌟 📅Best Tide-watching Time: In spring, it is recommended to choose around the 1st/15th day of the lunar calendar for more spectacular tides.🌊🌕 🎫Tickets: The ancient city is free. Tickets for some attractions are 88 yuan. Advance purchase is recommended.💸 👟Recommended Footwear: Wear comfortable athletic shoes, as the scenic area is very large and you won't be able to see it all in two days.👟🏃‍♀️ 📅Special Reminder: The Music House Museum is closed on Mondays. Remember to book in advance.🎶🚫
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Posted: Mar 20, 2025
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