Experience the Chinese-style romance of "One Night Dragon Fish Dance" in Huizhou

Huizhou Ancient City Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day Travel Guide The atmosphere this Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day is truly stunning! I've organized a super detailed 2-day, 1-night itinerary to take you through intangible cultural heritage fish lanterns, traditional Chinese performances, and a century-old ancient dam. 🌟 Itinerary Overview Day 1: Deep Tour of the Ancient City + Fish Lantern Feast Night Tour of the Ancient City + Fish Lantern Parade (19:30-21:00) - During National Day, there are 3 fish lantern parades daily: 18:00 / 19:30 / 21:00 - Three major intangible cultural heritage fish lanterns—Wang Mantian, Zhanqi, and Yuliang—appear on the same stage - Best viewing spots: From the Government Office Square to the main street of Huizhou Garden - Tip: Arrive 15 minutes early to secure a spot, interact with the parade, and remember to shout "Fish Lantern Blessing" Xuguo Stone Archway (07:00-09:00) - A landmark building of the ancient city, known as the "Eastern Arc de Triomphe" - The soft autumn morning light is perfect for photographing the stone archway carvings - Outfit suggestion: Plain-colored Hanfu or Qipao to enhance the ancient style charm - Tip: Fewer people in the morning, avoid tour groups, and enjoy the scenery alone Huizhou Garden Market (All day) - Divided into "Food Area" and "Performance Area" - Must-try foods: Huizhou Mao Tofu (crispy outside, tender inside), Shexian Rice Cake (sweet or savory options), and chilled Osmanthus Rice Wine Day 2: Ancient Dam Scenery + Cultural Experience Yuliang Dam (08:30-11:00) - An ancient water conservancy project built 200 years earlier than Dujiangyan - Clear river water in autumn, with the "Fish Transforms into Dragon" stone carving to admire - Hidden activity: Explore old houses converted into cafes along the ancient street and try the "Qimen Black Tea Latte" Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall (11:30-12:30) - Free admission, housing many manuscripts and relics of Mr. Tao Xingzhi - The small courtyard inside is elegant, perfect for bringing children to experience the cultural atmosphere 🚗 Transportation Guide - Self-driving: Parking lots are available around the ancient city for convenient travel - Public transport: Take the high-speed train to Shexian North Station, then a 15-minute taxi ride to the ancient city