Quzhou trip review: some honest feedback.

In March, when everything comes back to life, what could be more pleasant than a spring trip to Quzhou🌱? Quzhou in spring has a unique charm. The ancient streets and alleys are filled with the breath of spring, and the mountains, rivers, and lakes are also rejuvenated in spring. Pack your bags and start your Quzhou trip with this guide! 🗺️Itinerary Day 1: Confucian Family Temple of the Southern Sect → Shuiting Gate Historic and Cultural District → Quzhou Museum Day 2: Lankeshan → Yaowangshan Day 3: Twenty-Eight Du Ancient Town → Fugai Mountain → Return 🌟Must-see attractions 1. Confucian Family Temple of the Southern Sect: One of only two Confucian family temples in the country, it has a profound cultural heritage and is an important place to worship Confucius and experience the profoundness of Confucian culture. 📍Address: No. 65, Xinqiao Street, Kecheng District, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: 15 CNY 🕙Opening hours: 08:30–16:30 2. Shuiting Gate Historic and Cultural District: Ancient streets and alleys, bluestone roads, and many preserved buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Strolling through them is like traveling back in time. There are also various specialty shops and restaurants. 📍Address: Shuiting Street, Kecheng District, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: Free 🕙Opening hours: All day 3. Quzhou Museum: Showcases the historical changes and cultural heritage of Quzhou, with a wide variety of cultural relics, allowing visitors to delve into the city's past. 📍Address: No. 98, Xinqiao Street, Kecheng District, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: Free (reservations required) 🕙Opening hours: 09:00–17:00 (closed on Mondays) 4. Lankeshan: Famous as the "Fairyland of Go," it has a unique Danxia landform, where mountains and rivers meet, creating beautiful scenery. You can also hear the legend of Wang Zhi meeting the immortals. 📍Address: Shishi Township, Qujiang District, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: 20 CNY 🕙Opening hours: 08:00–17:00 5. Yaowangshan: With high forest coverage and fresh air, it is a natural oxygen bar with rich medicinal plant resources. You can also admire the spectacular waterfalls. 📍Address: Huangtankou Township, Qujiang District, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: 65 CNY 🕙Opening hours: 08:00–16:30 6. Twenty-Eight Du Ancient Town: Preserving the style of the 19th century, the architectural style is diverse, integrating Zhejiang, Huizhou, Fujian, Hakka, and Western styles. It is known as a "cultural enclave." 📍Address: Twenty-Eight Du Ancient Town, Jiangshan City, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: 80 CNY 🕙Opening hours: 08:00–17:00 7. Fugai Mountain: Characterized by its strangeness, danger, and wonder, it has various unique rock landscapes. The climbing process is full of fun, and after reaching the top, you can overlook the magnificent mountain and river scenery. 📍Address: Fugai Mountain, Jiangshan City, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: 50 CNY 🕙Opening hours: 08:30–16:00 8. Longyou Caves: The ninth wonder of the world, a mysterious underground stone chamber complex, grand in scale and exquisite in craftsmanship, full of unsolved mysteries. 📍Address: Shiyanbei Village, Xiaonanhai Town, Longyou County, Quzhou City 🎫Tickets: 65 CNY 🕙Opening hours: 08:00–16:30 🍱Must-try foods • Quzhou baked cake: Crispy crust, rich filling, with various flavors such as preserved mustard greens and pork, or scallions and pork. One bite and the aroma fills your mouth. • Duck head: A Quzhou specialty snack, marinated to perfection, spicy but not overpowering, super enjoyable to nibble on. • Crystal cake: Chewy and smooth, served with mint water and sugar, sweet and refreshing, a perfect antidote to spicy food. • Three heads and one palm: Rabbit head, duck head, fish head, and duck feet, representative of Quzhou cuisine, known for being fresh, fragrant, and spicy. 🏠Accommodation • City hotels: It is recommended to stay in Kecheng District, which is conveniently located and close to various attractions, with many restaurants and shopping areas nearby. • Ancient town homestays: If you want to experience the charm of the ancient town, you can choose a homestay in Twenty-Eight Du Ancient Town to enjoy the tranquility of the ancient town at night. 📌Travel tips • The weather in Quzhou in March is changeable, so remember to bring rain gear and appropriate clothing. • Quzhou cuisine is mainly spicy. If you can't handle spicy food, remember to tell the restaurant in advance. • Some attractions, such as the Quzhou Museum, require advance reservations, so remember to plan your itinerary in advance. • Wear comfortable sneakers when climbing mountains for easy walking.