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Yanguan Ancient Town: A City of Tide Music Spanning a Thousand Years

Yanguan, this ancient town carrying a millennium of history, not only witnesses the rise and fall of tides since ancient times but also welcomes a magnificent transformation in 2024! Once the salt industry center of Jiangnan, it holds countless stories~ 🏮 Past and Present: - Name Origin: During the Western Han Dynasty, King Liu Pi of Wu boiled seawater here to make salt and established the "Salt Official," giving rise to the name "Yanguan" - Historical Glory: Salt industry flourished during the Ming and Qing Dynasties; Emperor Qianlong visited Jiangnan six times, including four visits here - Modern Transformation: In September 2024, it was splendidly reborn as the "Yanguan City of Tide Music" 🎵 🌟 Brand New Experiences: ✔️ New Ancient Town Experience: Not just a typical commercial street ✔️ Music-themed Tours: Weekend concerts, specialty music restaurants ✔️ In-depth Historical Tours: Over 20 attractions including the Sea God Temple and Tide Viewing Park ✔️ New Night Tour Options: Creative performances with light shows + music shows 📍 Practical Guide: - Address: Yanguan Town, Haining City, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province - Opening Hours: Open 24 hours; scenic area 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM - Recommended Check-ins: Tide Viewing Pavilion, Sea God Temple, Wang Guowei Former Residence 💡 Tips: 1. Best tide viewing time is three days before and after the 1st and 15th days of the lunar calendar 2. You can rent a Hanfu outfit for a time-travel photo shoot 3. Don’t forget to try Yanguan’s specialty dish, Teppanyaki Lamb (The copy retains the original historical and cultural content while adding travel tips and practical information to make it richer and more useful)
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Posted: Oct 21, 2025
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