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🌳Shaoxing Orchid Pavilion | A Journey Through a Thousand Years of Calligraphic Elegance🌳 📍Address: Orchid Pavilion Scenic Area, Lanting Subdistrict, Keqiao District, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province. 🌟Attraction Introduction: Orchid Pavilion, renowned for Wang Xizhi's *Preface to the Poems Composed at the Orchid Pavilion*, is a sacred hall of calligraphy and art, imbued with the delicate and tranquil charm of a classical Jiangnan garden. Step inside, and you'll be greeted by ancient charm, a perfect blend of history and nature, with every breath filled with the fragrance of ink and poetry. 🎈Must-See Attractions: ✅Goose Pond: White geese swim leisurely by the pond. Legend has it that Wang Xizhi loved geese and exchanged his calligraphy for them. The two characters "Goose Pond" by the pond are said to have been written by Wang Xizhi and his son, Wang Xianzhi, a masterpiece of father-son calligraphy collaboration. ✅Curved Water Stream: Seats are arranged along the meandering stream, recreating the scene of ancient literati drinking and composing poetry. Sitting here, you can almost hear the laughter and poetry recitations from a thousand years ago, experiencing the Wei and Jin dynasties' romanticism. ✅Orchid Pavilion Stele Pavilion: The two characters "Orchid Pavilion" in the pavilion are written with vigorous strokes, and despite the passage of time, their charm remains undiminished. This is a landmark of Orchid Pavilion, and taking photos here is very memorable. 🚌Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 3 or 303 from Shaoxing city center directly to the scenic area. Taxis are also convenient, about a half-hour drive from downtown Shaoxing, costing around CNY 30–40. If you are driving, navigate directly to Orchid Pavilion Scenic Area. There is a parking lot at the entrance with reasonable fees. 🕙Tour Guide: It is recommended to enter the park in the morning, first stroll around the Goose Pond and enjoy the geese; then go to the Curved Water Stream for an immersive experience of ancient gatherings; in the afternoon, carefully admire the calligraphy treasures at the Orchid Pavilion Stele Pavilion, and then wander around the surrounding gardens, taking a rest in the pavilion when tired. A total tour time of 3–4 hrs is ideal. 🛏Accommodation Guide: If you want to stay close to the scenic area, you can choose a homestay near Orchid Pavilion. Wake up to the sounds of birds and flowers in the morning, and enjoy the quiet and peaceful nights. [Homestay name] has a good reputation, with prices ranging from CNY 200–500/night. If you prefer complete amenities, return to Shaoxing city center for accommodation. There are many hotels around Yintai City, convenient for both travel and shopping. 📌Other Tips: There are calligraphy activities in the scenic area. Be sure to try writing on a fan or other small items yourself, and take away a unique "Orchid Pavilion memory." There are many mosquitoes in summer, so remember to bring mosquito repellent and enjoy this calligraphy and cultural feast!