Traveling through the world of immortals | A nanny-level guide to Xiandu, Zhejiang

🌿Travel through the world of immortals｜Zhejiang Xiandu babysitter-level strategy🌿 "After returning from Jinyun, you won't want to see any more immortals" - when the filming locations of more than 500 immortal dramas such as "The Legend of Sword and Fairy", "The Journey of Flower" and "A Journey with the Phoenix" appear before your eyes, you will find that the strange peaks and beautiful waters here are more shocking than those in movies and TV dramas! In Xiandu from April to May, you can see Zhutan Mountain shrouded in morning mist, the sunset over Danxia Chibi, the light and shadow of Yandang Study, and February orchids all over the mountains... Every step you take is like stepping into an ink painting. This guide will help you avoid the crowds and unlock the divine perspective! 🚗 Transportation Guide: 📍 High-speed rail: Hangzhou/Shanghai→Jinyun West Station (1.5-2.5 hours), after exiting the station: ① Scenic spot through bus: 7:40-17:00, 1.5 yuan/person, 20 minutes to the scenic spot ② Taxi: about 20-30 yuan, suitable for 3-4 people to share a car ③ Self-driving: Navigate to "Xiandu Visitor Center", free parking lot, electric cars can be rented in the scenic area (30 yuan/hour) 🗺️ Classic route (1-day tour): 👉 Morning: Zhutan Mountain (6:30-8:00 morning fog) → Dinghu Peak (8:30-10:30) 👉 Afternoon: Yandang Study (13:00-14:30 light and shadow) → Xiao Chibi (15:30-17:00 sunset) ✅ Time-saving tips: Taking a taxi within the scenic area costs 8-9 yuan per section, which is more flexible than the scenic bus 🎫 Ticket Policy: - Combined ticket (including Dinghu Peak + scenic shuttle bus): 108 yuan (booked 1 day in advance on Ctrip) - Individual attractions: Dinghu Peak 90 yuan, other attractions free - Discount: Half price for those over 60 years old, free for those over 70 years old/military personnel/teachers - Hidden benefit: During the "Fairy Run" on April 20, some roads will be restricted, and it is recommended to travel during off-peak hours 🌸 Limited beauty in April and May: 1️⃣ Zhutan Mountain morning fog (6:30-8:00): - A thin mist covered the lake, and the reflection of Dinghu Peak was looming. It is recommended to wear Hanfu to take photos of "people in ink painting" - Free Easter eggs: From 9:30 to 11:00 on weekends, there are old farmers herding cattle across the stone bridge. It is best to capture it with a telephoto lens 2️⃣ February Orchid in Yangfeng Island (opposite to Dinghu Peak): - In mid-to-late April, the blue-purple sea of ​​flowers and the strange peaks complement each other. Navigate to "Wanghu Farm" to get there directly. - Photography tips: shoot from a low angle to allow the sea of ​​flowers and Dinghu Peak to appear in the same frame 3️⃣ Sunset at Little Chibi (17:00-18:00): - The ochre-red rock wall was dyed golden by the sunset, and the Longgeng Road plank road was like a "martial arts blockbuster" - Dressing suggestion: White or plain long skirt, which will contrast strongly with the Danxia landform 📸 Must-see spots: 1. Zhutan Mountain Observation Deck: Tripod + ND filter, long exposure to take photos of the mirror-like water surface 2. Yandang Study: At 14:00 in the afternoon, the sunlight penetrates the cave to form the Tyndall effect, and the cave structure is photographed with a wide-angle lens 3. Xingyun Courtyard: The same courtyard as in "A Journey with the Phoenix", where you can wear Hanfu to take photos of the "Xianxia Heroine" (costume rental available) 4. Cave No. 2: The same check-in spot as Ni Ni, side-lit silhouette shots 🍜 Food map: 1. Jinyun sesame cake: Xuanyuan Cultural Street "Iron City No. 1 Zhangji", pickled mustard greens + local pork filling, freshly baked and sold 2. Tushuang noodles: Recommended: "Heshun Restaurant", chicken soup base, sprinkled with chopped green onions and egg shreds 3. Stream fish: Good wild stream fish, we recommend the braised stream fish from "Honglian Farm", the meat is tender and fresh 4. Creative desserts: Try the "Plum Shortbread Ice Cream" at the coffee shop next to Iwakana Study. It's a surprise with its salty and sweet taste. ⚠️ Pitfall avoidance guide: 1. Performance trap: Zhutan Mountain Morning Glory Performance requires a fee of 200 yuan per time on non-weekends. It is recommended to go during the free period on weekends 2. Self-driving restrictions: No outside vehicles are allowed on the village roads within the scenic area. You need to stop at the visitor center to transfer to the scenic shuttle bus 3. Shopping Tips: Souvenirs in the scenic area are overpriced. It is recommended to buy specialties such as sesame cakes and duck at the Jinyun Sesame Cake Museum in the city. 4. Safety tips: There are no guardrails on the Xiaochi Cliff plank road. Passing is prohibited on rainy days. Please wear non-slip shoes. 💡 Practical Tips: - Outfit: Hanfu/plain long skirt + sneakers (average daily walking 15,000 steps) - Equipment: telephoto lens (to take photos of the reflection of Zhutan Mountain), fill light (the light in Yandang Study is dark) - Accommodation: Recommended "Jinyun Lishe Light Luxury Inn", with its own swimming pool and mountain view terrace, 5 minutes walk to Zhutan Mountain - Off-peak hours: There are fewer tourists after 6am or 5pm on weekdays, so you can enjoy the best seats 🎁 Interactive topics: "If you were to describe Xiandu in a poem, what would come to mind? Share your poem in the comment section, and the one with the most likes will receive a Jinyun sesame cake sample pack!" 🌟 Ending: "In Xiandu, every stone hides a story, and every breeze carries a fairy spirit. This spring, let us escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and find our own fairy tale in the ink painting scroll. 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