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4-Day, 3-Night Lishui Travel Guide

Discover Lishui – It Became My Favorite City at First Sight! Nestled in southern Zhejiang, Lishui is a natural oxygen bar where mountains and rivers intertwine like a living painting. A gift from nature, it’s also a favored filming location for movies and TV shows. Songyang County, in particular, was hailed by *National Geographic* as "The Last Secret Land of Jiangnan." **Itinerary** Jinyun County ➡️ Liandu District ➡️ Songyang County ➡️ Yunhe County ➡️ Jingning She Autonomous County **Must-Visit Spots** **Day 1** Xiandu Zhutan Mountain ➡️ Yandang Study ➡️ Yandang No. 2 Grotto ➡️ Guyanyan Painting Village **Day 2** Guyanyan Painting Village ➡️ Yangjiatang Village ➡️ Songzhuang Village ➡️ Chenjiapeng Village ➡️ Songyang Old Town **Day 3** Yunhe Terraces (Silver Valley Scenic Area) ➡️ Qixingdun ➡️ Kenggen Stone Village **Day 4** Yunhe Terraces (Jiuyunhuan Sunrise Viewing) ➡️ Shisi Temple ➡️ Xuehuaji Waterfall **Accommodation Tips** - **Day 1**: Stay in Dagangtou Town near Guyanyan Painting Village. - **Day 2**: Opt for Songyang County. - **Day 3**: Book a stay within the Yunhe Terraces scenic area. **Transport Tips** Renting a car is highly recommended. We took the high-speed train to *Lishui Station* and rented a car afterward—this made our trip incredibly convenient. **Attraction Highlights** **Xiandu Scenic Area – Zhutan Mountain** A landmark of Lishui, famous for the iconic "Old Man Herding Cattle" bridge scene. Free performances are held on weekends; on weekdays, a fee applies to stage the scene for photos. **Yandang Study** A unique "library" inside a cave, complete with Himalaya audiobooks and a café. Sunlight filtering through the cliffs creates mesmerizing light and shadow effects—perfect for photos. **Yandang No. 2 Grotto** Adjacent to Yandang Study, this is the "Green Fairyland" spot where actress Ni Ni took photos. Wearing white outfits enhances the visual appeal. **Guyanyan Painting Village** Split into two areas: "Guyan" (Yantou Village on the north bank) features ancient camphor trees over 1,000 years old, while "Painting Village" (Dagangtou Town on the south bank) is a riverside Jiangnan ancient town ideal for sketching and photography. **Yangjiatang Village – Songzhuang Village – Chenjiapeng Village** Three famed ancient villages in Songyang. - **Yangjiatang**: Dubbed the "Golden Potala Palace," with a iconic couple tree at the entrance. - **Songzhuang**: A stream runs through the village—great for summer water play and photos on the ancient bridge. - **Chenjiapeng**: Home to Pioneer Bookstore and *Flying Birds Collection* B&B. Sip coffee and stroll to soak in the tranquility. **Songyang Old Town** A charming ancient street in the county center. Visit at night to enjoy top-rated local eateries and street food. **Yunhe Terraces** Comprising "Silver Valley" and "Jiuyunhuan." - **Day 3**: Explore Qixingdun and Kenggen Stone Village in Silver Valley. - **Day 4**: Catch the sunrise over sea of clouds and terraces at Jiuyunhuan. **Shisi Temple** A 1,000-year-old temple shrouded in greenery and moss, exuding a mystical, timeless aura. **Xuehuaji Waterfall** A 1km hike from Shisi Temple. The waterfall is most majestic after rain—ideal for hiking and reconnecting with nature.
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Posted: May 14, 2025
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