Jiaxing South Lake/Guide

Jiaxing South Lake, where I unexpectedly encountered "golden light dancing on the water"! Jiaxing is a place I visit again and again. There aren't many tourists, and the pace of life is slow, so I feel very relaxed there. I go to Jiaxing to relax every now and then. This time, I avoided the central area of South Lake and chose a relatively unpopular attraction - Haogu Pagoda. Haogu Pagoda is one of the seven pagodas and eight temples of ancient Jiaxing. It is said that Su Dongpo once drank tea here. It was first built in the Five Dynasties or Northern Song Dynasty, rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty, and painted by Wu Zhen, one of the four great painters of the Yuan Dynasty, in "Jiahe Eight Views". It can be seen that this pagoda was already famous in the Song and Yuan Dynasties. Today, Haogu Pagoda is a low-key attraction in Jiaxing, but the scenery is still beautiful, especially on sunny days. It is very suitable for watching the sunset. Climb Haogu Pagoda, and you can see the whole of South Lake. You can see the bridges and boats coming and going. If you catch a sunset, the scene is a perfect interpretation of "golden light dancing on the water". Haogu Pagoda has seven floors, and the scenery on each floor is similar but not exactly the same. You can see the panoramic view of South Lake from the second floor. I think the view from the fifth and sixth floors is the best. There are fewer people than on the seventh floor, so you can enjoy a corner by yourself. The sunset in winter is earlier. At around 4:00 pm, the sun becomes soft and yellow. The sunset starts at around 4:30 pm, and the sun sets at around 4:50 pm. If you want to see the most beautiful sunset, it is recommended to climb Haogu Pagoda at around 4:30 pm and wait. Imagine the sun setting in the west, the warm sunlight shining on the water of South Lake, sparkling and golden, as if the whole world is covered with a layer of golden light. The buildings in the distance are particularly peaceful and harmonious in the sunset. The breeze brings a hint of coolness, but it also makes people feel extremely comfortable and pleasant. On Haogu Pagoda, you can quietly enjoy this beautiful picture, feel the magic of nature, and experience the harmony between man and nature. You can close your eyes, take a deep breath of fresh air, feel the tranquility and harmony of South Lake, and relax your body and mind. You can imagine yourself standing on the high tower, overlooking the whole of South Lake, feeling the breeze on your face, listening to the birds singing in the distance, and watching the sunset slowly fall. The feeling is indescribable. This is an experience of escaping the hustle and bustle of the city and returning to the tranquility of nature. It is a cleansing of the soul and a sublimation of the spirit. At Haogu Pagoda, you can see a different South Lake, a more peaceful, natural, and poetic South Lake. There are no bustling crowds, no noisy vendors, only the calm lake, gentle sunlight, and your own heart. You can sit quietly on the tower, watch the sunset slowly fall, feel the passage of time, and think about the meaning of life. You can pick up your camera, capture this beautiful moment, and share it with your friends, so they can also feel this peaceful and harmonious atmosphere. You can close your eyes, feel the breeze on your face, listen to the birds singing in the distance, feel the magic of nature, and experience the harmony between man and nature. You can find your own peace, happiness, and meaning here. Haogu Pagoda is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle and return to nature. There is no commercial atmosphere here, only natural scenery and your own state of mind. You can find your own peace, happiness, and meaning here. Perhaps this is the charm of Jiaxing South Lake! It is not just a scenic spot, but also a feeling, a memory, and an indescribable experience. It allows you to find a moment of peace in a busy life, a moment of harmony in a noisy city, and a moment of tranquility in a restless society. If you have the opportunity to come to Jiaxing, don't miss Haogu Pagoda, don't miss this beautiful sunset, and don't miss this peaceful and harmonious atmosphere. It will make you feel a different Jiaxing, a different South Lake, and a different you. In addition to Haogu Pagoda, you can also visit the nearby Lanxiu Garden and Shao Garden, which are also very beautiful. These places are not far from Haogu Pagoda and can be reached on foot. You can take a walk in these gardens after watching the sunset at Haogu Pagoda and feel the unique charm of Jiaxing. It is recommended to plan a complete itinerary, such as visiting the central area of South Lake in the morning, watching the sunset at Haogu Pagoda in the afternoon, and visiting the ancient town of Jiaxing in the evening to taste local snacks. In this way, you can fully experience the charm of Jiaxing and leave beautiful memories. Remember, Haogu Pagoda is open for free! [Tips:] * Haogu Pagoda is located in a corner of South Lake, about a 20-minute walk from the core scenic area of Huijing Garden Wharf. * Haogu Pagoda is open for free, and the nearby Lanxiu Garden and Shao Garden are also worth visiting, with beautiful scenery. [Haogu Pagoda] Address: No. 237, Yuanhu Road, Nanhu District, Jiaxing City 🕒Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 💰Tickets: Free 🌸Recommended visit time: 1 hour Once again, Jiaxing South Lake is not just Haogu Pagoda. There are more places worth exploring waiting for you to discover. Whether it is ancient buildings with a long history or picturesque natural scenery, they can bring you different surprises. I hope my words can help you better understand Jiaxing and feel the charm of Jiaxing. If you have time, you might as well go for a walk and see for yourself, and feel the unique charm of this land. Maybe you will also find your own "golden light dancing on the water" in Jiaxing.