I'll be frank, Shaoxing is the ceiling of the Jiangnan water town!

Shaoxing East Lake is one of the three famous lakes in Zhejiang Province and is known as the "mountain and water bonsai" of Jiangnan. The following is a guide to visiting Shaoxing East Lake: • Opening hours: 08:00-17:00 (Monday to Sunday from January 1 to December 31) • Ticket price: Full price 50 yuan, half price 25 yuan. Some people can enjoy free tickets or half-price discounts. For specific preferential policies, please refer to the scenic spot announcement. • Transportation Guide: • Bus: Take bus No. 1a, No. 1, No. 37, No. 38, No. 57, No. 7, or Express No. 7 to Donghu Scenic Area Station, which is within walking distance. • Self-driving: You can navigate directly to Shaoxing East Lake Scenic Area. • Tour route: • Route 1: After entering the scenic area, take a paddle boat to enjoy the beautiful scenery of East Lake. After getting ashore, stroll along the path by the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. • Route 2: Walk around the lake and check in at the filming location of the 1986 version of "Journey to the West" to experience the unique scenery of "a miniature of Jishan and Jianshui, with the beauty of the West Lake". • Recommended attractions: • Taogong Cave: The shape of the cave is like a well, and there is a cool breeze inside the cave. • Xiantao Cave: The cave is in the lake, and there is a lake in the cave, just like a fairy peach. • Food recommendations: Shaoxing rice wine, stinky tofu, cream-fried pork, etc. • Accommodation recommendation: There are many hotels and B&Bs to choose from in the surrounding area, and you can choose according to your budget and needs. • Notes: • It is recommended to book tickets and accommodation in advance. • Pay attention to weather conditions and arrange your trip accordingly. • Protect the environment and do not litter in the scenic area. • Comply with scenic area regulations and do not climb unopened areas. • Be careful to protect yourself from the sun when visiting in the summer and keep warm in the winter. I hope this guide is helpful to you and I wish you a pleasant time in Shaoxing East Lake!