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Unlocking Hidden Gems in 3 Days

1. Hidden Dragon Valley·Junlan Resort • Located in Yangxian Ecological Tourism Zone, adjacent to Longbei Mountain Forest Park and Bamboo Sea, blending French Baroque style with Eastern landscape aesthetics. Offers in-room hot springs, infinity pool, and premium facilities, ideal for family trips and business conferences. • Features a 20,000㎡ "Joyland" with indoor/outdoor play equipment, go-kart track, and cliff light show, plus tea garden experiences and pottery workshops. 2. Yunhu Lake • Free-access national reservoir with 98% green coverage and crystal-clear water. Small islands and tea fields create picturesque views, perfect for spring outings and photography - a rare Jiangnan "Shangri-La". 3. Bamboo Sea • Famous for endless emerald bamboo forests and unique tri-province border location. Home to Southern Jiangsu's highest peak (614m), great for hiking and nature therapy. II. Cultural Heritage & Leisure 1. Yixing Yaohu Town • Themed resort town showcasing mountain, water, pottery, bamboo, and tea culture. Features sightseeing trains, boat tours, dragon kiln performances, and night fireworks, ideal for families. • Includes purple clay workshops and tea cafes for pottery-making and seasonal cooking activities. 2. Shushan Ancient South Street • Historic alley blending old and new, preserving Su Dongpo's retirement home traces. Purple clay studios and cafes offer relaxation, with affordable nearby homestays. 3. Original Dajue Temple Site • Free-entry mountain temple where Master Xingyun ordained. Grand architecture perfect for meditation. III. Seasonal Highlights 1. Jade Maiden Villa • 40-yuan ticket for Three Kingdoms filming location with thatched cottage ruins, surrounded by unique rock formations - great for history buffs. 2. Qiuzhu Mountain • Free Linghan Giant Buddha supporting project with poetic lakescapes, ideal for photography and strolls. IV. Itinerary Tips 1. 2-Day Route • Day1: Qiuzhu Mtn (AM) → Shushan Street (PM) → Purple Clay Museum (eve) → Dongpo Academy (night) • Day2: Jade Maiden Villa (AM) → Bamboo Sea (PM) → Dajue Temple (eve) 2. Family Picks • Hidden Dragon Valley's Joyland and Yaohu Town's kiln shows/fireworks for interactive fun. Notes: 1. Some attractions (e.g. Bamboo Sea) have high tickets - budget accordingly. 2. Reserve time for Yaohu Town's night fireworks and performances. Yixing blends nature, culture, and leisure - customize your Jiangnan water town experience!
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