Not visiting Nanxun, how can you know Jiangnan

🚗 Transportation Guide Self-driving: Navigate to "Nanxun Ancient Town South Gate Parking Lot," about 1.5 hours from Hangzhou/Shanghai, parking fee 5 RMB/hour (capped at 30 RMB) High-speed rail: Get off at Huzhou Station, transfer to bus No. 101 directly to the scenic area (1-hour ride / 2 RMB ticket), or carpool for about 35 RMB per person Tickets: Main scenic area is free, small attractions combined ticket 75 RMB (includes Xiaolian Zhuang, Library Hall, and 5 other spots), advance online purchase recommended ⏰ One-day Highlights Route 🌅 Morning | Garden and Merchant Culture Xiaolian Zhuang (7:30-9:30): The private garden of the richest man Liu Yong, summer lotus in full bloom, wear Hanfu and take ancient-style photos in the winding corridors 📸 Jiayetang Library Hall: Check in at the ancient book exhibition hall, scan QR codes to see rare editions, don’t miss the plaque bestowed by Emperor Puyi Zhang Shiming Former Residence: A blend of Chinese and Western styles, focus on photographing the French stained glass dome & spiral staircase 🍜 Noon | Taste of the Water Town Zhuangyuan Lou: Exploding fish + crispy meat double sauce noodles (22 RMB/bowl), rich oil and red sauce wrapped with chewy thin noodles Xunti Main Store: Jay Chou’s favorite traditional sauce trotters, soft and falling off the bone (bargain after 3 PM) Chunlan Tea House: 20 RMB for three kinds of tea (sweet, salty, and clear flavors), paired with Dingsheng cake by Qianlong Wharf 🛶 Afternoon | Slow Life in the Water Alleys Baijian Lou: Take a punt boat through Ming and Qing dynasty corridors (160 RMB/boat/8 people), listen to the boatwoman humming folk tunes Liu’s Ladder House: Red brick Western-style building + Chinese flying eaves, wear plain long skirts to shoot Baroque archway photos 📸 Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience: Jili Lake Silk Museum silkworm reeling (30 RMB), make your own silk bookmark 🌙 Evening | Romantic Night Guanghui Bridge Light Show: Water Kunqu Opera performances every Friday/Saturday night (reserve in advance via mini program) Nandong Street Night Market: Osmanthus sugar lotus root, freshly made Dingsheng cake, buy silk face masks as souvenirs 📸 Photo Tips Baijian Lou Morning Mist: Arrive before 6:30, shoot ink painting scenes in light mist and smoke (drone shots are even better) Guanghui Bridge Stone Steps: Low-angle upward shot, frame the punt boat in the bridge arch with warm yellow lantern reflections Tongjin Bridge Sunset: Capture silhouettes of punt boats passing through the bridge arch during the blue hour ⚠️ Pitfall Avoidance Guide Ticket Purchase: “Low-price guide tickets” at the scenic area entrance are often fake, be sure to buy through official channels Clothing Advice: Uneven stone roads, wear non-slip sports shoes, bring rain gear in rainy season Boat Schedule: Punt boats stop operating at 18:00, night tours recommended on foot Shopping Tips: Compare prices for silk products, beware of inferior goods 🌸 Seasonal Special Highlights Summer (June-August): Xiaolian Zhuang Lotus Festival, nighttime light show on Ditang River Winter (December-February): Baijian Lou snow scenery paired with Changxing Pavilion lamb noodles, warm and comforting Dragon Boat Festival Special: Long street banquet by Ditang River, experience “Ankang Five Yellows” dishes + water folk performances Bring this guide and experience the dual charm of Nanxun’s “merchant culture + water town life”! 🎒✨