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March Escape Plan | 7 Best Cities to Visit

| 7 Best Cities to Visit. Hey everyone👋, March winds are starting to feel like spring, are you itching to get out and about? As a seasoned travel enthusiast, I'm here to offer you 7 cities perfect for a March getaway. Save this guide! Yangzhou 📍"Misty rain in March down Yangzhou," Yangzhou in March is as beautiful as a dream. Slender West Lake is lined with weeping willows, and viburnum flowers are in full bloom. The whole city is immersed in poetry, perfectly showcasing the gentle charm of a江南 water town. Must-see attractions: • Slender West Lake: Every step is a scene, the lake shimmers, and the Five-Pavilion Bridge and White Pagoda are reflected in the water. Take a boat tour and feel like you're in a painting. • Dongguan Street: Antique and charming, with a cluster of snacks and delicacies. Enjoy Yangzhou fried rice and Fuchun buns while strolling and experiencing the lively atmosphere of the old street. Practical tips: • Transportation: Yangzhou has high-speed rail, and city buses and taxis are convenient. Take a direct bus to Slender West Lake, and walk or take a taxi to Dongguan Street. • Accommodation: It is recommended to stay near Wenchang Pavilion, which is convenient for travel and has many restaurants nearby. • Food: In addition to the above, there is also the thousand-layer oil cake, soft, sweet, and melts in your mouth. Hangzhou 📍Hangzhou in March, the West Lake is lush and green, peach blossoms are in full bloom🌸, and the air is filled with romance. This "paradise on earth" has both natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage. Must-see attractions: • West Lake: Stroll around the lake or take a boat ride. Su Causeway Spring Dawn and Broken Bridge Residual Snow are stunning under the warm spring sun. • Lingyin Temple: A quiet ancient temple, listen to the Buddhist chants in the mountains, ask for a spring fortune, and find inner peace. Practical tips: • Transportation: Subways and buses can reach all attractions. Take the subway to Longxiangqiao Station to go to West Lake. • Accommodation: Hotels and B&Bs around West Lake are expensive but convenient. If you're on a budget, choose a subway station a little further away. • Food: West Lake vinegar fish and Longjing shrimp, taste authentic Hangzhou cuisine. Wuhan 📍Wuhan in March, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the entire city is immersed in a sea of pink🌸. The Yangtze River flows through the city, and history and modernity collide to create a unique charm. Must-see attractions: • Wuhan University: The cherry blossom avenue in the Cherry Blossom Garden is breathtakingly beautiful, with petals falling like snow. • East Lake Moshan Cherry Blossom Garden: A large-scale cherry blossom garden, even more stunning at night, with lights intertwined with the sea of flowers. Practical tips: • Transportation: City buses and subways are well-developed, with special lines to Wuhan University and East Lake. Reservations are required in advance for cherry blossom viewing at Wuhan University. • Accommodation: The Optics Valley area is lively and convenient for travel, shopping, and dining. • Food: Hot dry noodles and three-fresh bean curd, a must-have for breakfast. Guilin 📍Guilin's scenery is the best under heaven. Guilin in March is shrouded in mist and rain, and the Li River landscape is like an ink painting. The wonders of nature are amazing. Must-see attractions: • Li River: Take a bamboo raft down the river and see the rows of strange peaks on both sides, picturesque. • Yangshuo West Street: Full of ethnic customs, with colorful lights at night, and a variety of snacks and bars. Practical tips: • Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Guilin, then transfer to Yangshuo. Li River bamboo raft tickets can be purchased at the pier. • Accommodation: There are many B&Bs near Yangshuo West Street, offering a great experience. • Food: Guilin rice noodles, with rich brine and smooth noodles. Nylha 📍Nylha, Tibet, welcomes the peach blossom season in March. Wild peach blossoms bloom freely under the snow-capped mountains and in the valleys, like a pure paradise. Must-see attractions: • Bome Peach Blossom Valley: Peach blossoms stretching for dozens of kilometers, contrasting with the snow-capped mountains. • Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon: The river is turquoise in spring, the canyon is spectacular, and peach blossoms dot the landscape. Practical tips: • Transportation: Fly to Lhasa first, then transfer to Nylha by plane or car. Chartering a car is convenient for local travel. • Accommodation: There are many hotels in Nylha city. You can stay in nearby guesthouses when visiting scenic spots. • Food: Tibetan fragrant chicken and butter tea, experience Tibetan flavors. Xiamen 📍Xiamen in March is warm and comfortable, with a gentle sea breeze. Its literary and artistic atmosphere makes people linger. Must-see attractions: • Gulangyu Island: Stroll through the alleys, with diverse architectural styles from various countries, and encounter surprises around every corner. • Island Ring Road: Rent a bicycle and ride along the coast, accompanied by blue sky, sea, and beaches. Practical tips: • Transportation: Convenient transportation from the airport to the city. Take a boat to Gulangyu Island, and book tickets in advance. • Accommodation: Zengcuoan and Zhongshan Road are good choices. • Food: Satay noodles and peanut soup, both sweet and savory. Dali 📍Dali's beautiful scenery in March, the Erhai Lake is azure, the Cangshan Mountain is still snow-capped, and the romance of wind, flowers, snow, and moon is all here. Must-see attractions: • Erhai Lake: Drive or cycle around Erhai Lake, and enjoy the lake and mountain views. • Xizhou Ancient Town: Bai ethnic architecture, golden wheat fields, a beautiful spring painting. Practical tips: • Transportation: Dali has an airport and a high-speed rail station. It is convenient to charter or rent a car around Erhai Lake. • Accommodation: B&Bs with sea views in Shuanglang and Haidong are amazing. • Food: Crispy baba and bait silk, unique flavors. Everyone, March is the perfect time for spring. Choose your favorite city and set off!💕
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Posted: Mar 8, 2025
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