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[2024 Yangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for China Grand Canal Museum (Updated Sep)

No.6 of Best Things to Do in Yangzhou
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江蘇省揚州市廣陵區湯汪街道運博路1號運河三灣風景區內
Opening times:
Opens at 09:00-17:00(Admission ends at 16:00)Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
3-4 hours
Phone:
0514-82773088

    Eleventh Golden Week: Yangzhou-Huai'an-Yancheng | Catch the tail of summer.

    Highly recommend this perfect route to everyone: High-speed rail accessible🚄, amusement park🎠, animals🦌, nature🍃, history and culture📖, life experience🛀 You only need one car🚗, easily play 3 cities in 7 days If you like to travel with children, don't miss any holiday, don't take leave, don't make up classes, don't push children, come with me🏃 —— ⭐️Recommended cities: Yangzhou→Huai'an→Yancheng 🎈Reference itinerary: D1-D3 Yangzhou→D3-D5 Huai'an→D5-D7 Yancheng ▫️D1: Heyuan→Two-minute Moon Tower→Pi Market Street→Individual Garden→Dongguan Street→Zhongxiao Street→Siwang Pavilion→Slender West Lake ▫️D2: Yangzhou Museum→Yangzhou Grand Canal Museum→Experience back-scrubbing culture ▫️D3: Luyang Lake Wetland Park→Zhuhu Town→Millennial Ancient Town Hexia ▫️D4: Huai'an West Amusement Park ▫️D5: White Horse Lake Three Island Adventure→Yancheng Water Street ▫️D6: Dutch Flower Sea→Yancheng Red-crowned Crane Wetland Eco-tourism Area ▫️D7: Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park→Chinese Milu Park —— 🎈Most recommended places: ▫️Yangzhou: ❶ Heyuan: I think it's the most beautiful of the three gardens, be sure to admire every window, Shuixin Pavilion is stunning ❷ Two-minute Moon Tower: Free garden, very small but very treasure, moon-shaped windows and walls are very photogenic ❸ Slender West Lake: Take a boat tour during the day and listen to the explanation, watch the light show at night ❹ Yangzhou Grand Canal Museum: Be sure to book in advance, make sure you book before you go, many 5D experiences, the museum's perimeter is also very beautiful ➎ Luyang Lake Wetland Park: As if wandering in a matcha lake, duckweed time is from April to November each year ➏ Zhuhu Town: Inside is the Tulip Amusement Park, very suitable for children, reed time is from September to December each year —— ▫️Huai'an: ❶ Huai'an West Amusement Park: Chinese theme park, takes a day, the drone on holidays is so moving that it brings tears to your eyes ❷ White Horse Lake Three Island Adventure: Three small islands connected together, share an island with stray cats, the iconic green big cat is very eye-catching —— ▫️Yancheng: ❶ Yancheng Water Street: Night view is stunning ❷ Dutch Flower Sea: Real-life fairy tale park ❸ Yancheng Red-crowned Crane Wetland Eco-tourism Area: Yancheng has protected the red-crowned cranes, there are two red-crowned crane releases every afternoon ❹ Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park: Green light forest that you will never forget once you see it, take the small train in the woods, as if you have entered a fairyland ➎ Chinese Milu Park: Chinese Kenya, be sure to take a sightseeing car into the wild milu area, you can feed them

    Incandescentjourney3

    Yangzhou is great, I'll come again next time

    Yangzhou is great, I'll come again next time. Only had one day, chose to drive to Yangzhou. Came in a hurry, chose the Grand Canal Museum. There were many people during the holidays, didn't finish touring it. For those who like shopping, Hall 3 is not to be missed. It really is like a commercial street inside the museum. Overall, it was okay, depends on personal preference. It's hot in summer, but it's still nice to stroll around! In the evening, I visited Dongguan Street and Caiyi Street, bought osmanthus cake and Green Yang Spring tea. Had a simple meal at a place called 'Coarse Tea and Plain Food', had to queue up. Personally, I think it was okay. The lotus root powder balls were very special, it was my first time trying them and they were not bad. The prices were relatively cheap. Yangzhou University yogurt, especially the jasmine flavor, was quite unique. I brought a lot back! Yangzhou is great, I'll come again next time.

    Violet.Moore.55

    Grand Canal Museum

    🏞️【Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum】A cultural journey through time!✈️ Yangzhou, known as the "Canal Capital of China," is home to the China Grand Canal Museum and a must-visit destination for tourists. The Grand Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, carries a rich historical and cultural heritage. During your visit to the Grand Canal Museum, you can gain an in-depth understanding of the canal's historical changes, cultural connotations, and its significant roles in different historical periods. Additionally, you can experience the beauty and charm of the canal through immersive experiences, offering a comprehensive interpretation of the Grand Canal's full basin, full time span, and all-encompassing features.

    Maximus_Blackwood+59

    【Highly Recommended】2 Days and 1 Night Ultimate Summer Escape in Yangzhou! The ultimate summer retreat, Yangzhou is the place to be

    🔥In the scorching summer, escape the heat, Yangzhou awaits you for a refreshing trip!🚀 🚀【Quick Departure】Direct to Yangzhou East Station, your cooling feast begins! 🌈【Highlights Itinerary, Not to Be Missed】 Day 1: At dawn, rush from the East Station to the Grand Canal Museum, traversing through a thousand years of history; as night falls, enjoy a poetic night tour of Slender West Lake, win surprises with poetry, and collect stamps for fun; then stroll along Dongguan Street, where the vibrant night market offers a feast for your taste buds! Day 2: Wake up early to taste authentic Yangzhou morning tea, choose from Quyuan, Yechun, or Fuchun to awaken your taste buds; in the afternoon, visit Ge Garden and He Garden, capturing scenes from famous films; take a lunch break on Pishi Street, enjoying a leisurely afternoon; in the evening, return with a heart full of memories. 🔥【Summer Cooling Tips】 - Essential items: sunshade umbrella, hat, ice sleeves, sunglasses, carry a small fan, essential balm for mosquito repellent and refreshment, always have water on hand to quench thirst and cool down! 🎉【Limited Time Benefits, Summer Fun】 - Student benefits: Free access to 11 major attractions during the summer with a student ID, ready to go anytime! - Free night tour challenge at Slender West Lake: Recite "Spring River Flower Moon Night" and answer three questions, free night tour is not a dream! - Free day at Zhuyuwan Zoo, get close to nature with zero burden! - Special exhibition at the Grand Canal Museum, a feast of Russian national treasures awaits you! 🏨【Accommodation and Food, All in One】 - Accommodation options: by Slender West Lake or Dongguan Street, scenic views from the window, convenient and comfortable. - Taste of Yangzhou: Besides morning tea, don't forget Yangda yogurt, refreshing and cooling. 🚗【Transportation, Easy and Convenient】 - Electric cars shuttle through the ancient city, or call a taxi with one click, travel freely without obstacles. 🌞【Warm Tips】 In the hot summer, stay indoors during the day to avoid the heat, and enjoy outdoor fun at night, plan reasonably, and enjoy the coolness. Come to Yangzhou and start your exclusive cool memory!🌈

    @3th3r3@l_D@rkstr1k3r

    Visiting Museums Along the Grand Canal

    Spending Summer Vacation with Kids, Exploring the Yangzhou Grand Canal Museum 💰Tickets: Free🆓, need to book 7 days in advance on the official account. Weekday tickets are relatively sufficient, but weekends are tight😰. 🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (extended to 18:00 during summer vacation), closed on Mondays. 🚉Transportation Guide: Located in the Sanwan Scenic Area of the Canal, self-driving is recommended. We stayed at the Yangzhou Guesthouse·Sanwan Hotel (Grand Canal Museum Branch), which is right next to the museum, and the shuttle bus is very convenient. ⏳Visiting Time: About 3-4 hours. ✅Must-Experience: Here are a few recommended halls suitable for young children. ❤️Hall 1 - China's World Cultural Heritage: The most popular hall, introducing the history and development of the Grand Canal. If the kids are too young, it's recommended to skip it during the summer as it's too crowded to move or understand. ❤️Hall 2 - Boats on the Canal: We went directly to Hall 2 upon entering, and it wasn't crowded. You need to queue at the entrance, and the number of visitors inside is controlled, providing a good experience. You can board a simulated sand ship and enjoy the seasonal scenery along the way. Kids love it❤️ ❤️Hall 3 - Canal Street Scene: Travel back in time to an ancient street market in a second, with the rooftop sky changing with the time and seasons. There are various shops inside, a post office, and free🆓 stamps to collect. ❤️Hall 6 - Canal Wetland Ecology: Various small fish🐟 and creatures completely captivate the kids❤️ ❤️Hall 7 - Canal Intangible Cultural Heritage: Interactive displays of traditional intangible cultural heritage projects, kids love watching the shadow puppetry inside. ❤️Hall 8 - 360° Holographic Projection: Currently showing the Venice Canal. ❤️Hall 9 - The Forbidden City and the Grand Canal: The big red wall at the entrance is great for photos📸, and kids feel a sense of familiarity when they see the imperial kiln gold bricks from Suzhou! 🍽Dining Recommendations: There are snacks in Hall 3, and dining options on B1 level. There are also restaurants outside the museum with more choices. 📝Tips: There is also an escape room on B1 level, which needs to be booked 7 days in advance. No need to book for very young children.

    AveryFletcher915

    I've been to Yangzhou n times and here are some practical travel tips

    🌸 Yangzhou three-day tour guide is here! Come and feel the charm of this small city with me! 🛵 1️⃣ Although Yangzhou is not big, 2 or 3 days of travel time is definitely enough to have a great time! 🎉 The main transportation relies on small electric scooters 🛵 and buses, which makes it easy to travel around Yangzhou. The attractions are all close together, so renting a small electric scooter is very convenient, but remember to wear a helmet! 👩‍🌾 2️⃣ For accommodation, I recommend Siwangting and Dongguan Street nearby, 🏨 apart from the Grand Canal Museum, other attractions are just a stone's throw away. 🏞️ 3️⃣ 🎫 The China Grand Canal Museum is super popular! 🔥 You must book in advance on holidays, tickets are released at 7 pm, and you need to be quick! 🚀 If you want to experience the mystery of the canal, you need to book that as well! 4️⃣ The museum has morning and afternoon sessions, and you need to arrive on time for your booking, early entry is not allowed! 🕐 For the 12 pm session, you can enter around 11:40 am! 🕛 5️⃣ Dongguan Street has the style of bluestone alleys, and it's even more charming at night, especially beautiful after the lights on the Dongguan city wall are turned on 🏮. 🌙 6️⃣ I personally love Pishi Street! 💕 It's mainly restaurants here, and each store is decorated with unique features. Yangzhou photo walls and lanterns are all here, and it's super beautiful to take photos in the evening 🎑! 🌆 7️⃣ Caiyi Street is more down-to-earth, with all kinds of special snacks available, although the environment is a bit old, the taste is definitely authentic! 😋 8️⃣ Wenchang Pavilion is a landmark building at a major traffic roundabout, it's not an attraction, so there's no need to go out of your way to check in! 🚦 9️⃣ Slender West Lake is really big! 🏞️ It's more like a garden, walking from the south gate to the north gate without transportation takes about 4 hours! 🚶‍♀️ The ticket is 100 yuan, but it's definitely worth the price! 💰 1️⃣0️⃣ When in Yangzhou, you must experience the Hanfu makeup! 👘 Yangzhou's makeup level is very high, not monotonous, and it matches the style of the attractions perfectly! I recommend Guangling Hongzhuang Pavilion, right next to Heyuan, for beautiful photos 📸 1️⃣1️⃣ Heyuan has been the filming location for many TV dramas, you can take photos just like the ones in the dramas 📷, and experience the ancient charm! 🎎 1️⃣2️⃣ I highly recommend experiencing the culture of water bag skin scrubbing in Yangzhou! 🛁 The first scrubbing experience is amazing! When you get a hot back scrub, it feels like your soul is ascending! I recommend Yangzhou Scrubbing Pavilion, which has good privacy and service, although the price is a bit high. 💰 1️⃣3️⃣ Yangzhou's morning tea is very different from Guangzhou's! It features staple foods 🥟 soup dumplings, mixed noodles, steamed buns... with a great atmosphere! Find a teahouse where you can listen to music and enjoy the scenery, and slowly savor the slow life of Yangzhou! 🥰🍵 1️⃣4️⃣ Yangzhou yogurt is everywhere, with a variety of flavors, about 3.5r per bottle, you must try it! 🥛🍼

    RevitalizeAndTravel

    Boats on the Canal

    For over 2000 years, countless ships have traveled on the Grand Canal, each from different eras and for different purposes. What are the characteristics of these ships? The 'Thousand-Mile Boat Journey - Canal Boat Culture Special Exhibition' at the Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum will tell you. 🛳 The luxurious naval fleet of the King of Wu during the Spring and Autumn period The history of the canal can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods. At that time, local lords dug canals to gradually connect the water systems of the world. Wu, one of the five hegemonies of the Spring and Autumn period, dug three canals: Xu Creek, Han Gou, and Huang Gou. In 486 BC, King Fuchai of Wu, in his quest for dominance over the Central Plains, utilized the natural river and lake ports of the Yangtze River Delta to dredge the ancient waterways and dig Han Gou, leaving a profound impact on later generations. Han Gou is the first canal in Chinese historical records with a definite date of excavation and is the earliest section of the Grand Canal water system in China. It is because of the achievements of Han Gou that Fuchai is honored as the 'first digger' of the Grand Canal. Wu, which placed such importance on the canal, naturally also formed a naval fleet that could be called luxurious. In the 'Thousand-Mile Boat Journey' exhibition, you can find many models of Wu's warships. There were yáng ships with tall masts, large in size, good at attacking and defending, which were the royal ships of King Liao of Wu and also the command flagships of the Wu navy. The second-floor loft of the ship was used for lookout and combat command. In addition to the yáng ships, under King Wu, there were also large, medium, and small winged ships, as well as tower ships. 🛳 The ship that Emperor Yang of Sui took to Yangzhou was this kind On the basis of Wu's Han Gou, Emperor Yang of Sui, Yang Guang, spent six years excavating and dredging the Tongji Canal, which entered the Bian River from the Yellow River, then into the Huai River; the Han Gou from the Huai River into the Yangtze River; the Jiangnan River from Jingkou to Kuaiji; and the Yongji Canal, which led the Qin River south to the Yellow River and north to Zhuo County. Finally, he connected them to form a grand canal that spanned more than 4,000 miles from north to south. What kind of ship did Emperor Yang of Sui take when he traveled along the canal? In the exhibition, you can find a model of Emperor Yang's dragon boat. The imperial ship of Emperor Yang was divided into four levels from top to bottom. The top level was naturally reserved for the emperor, with an office for official business and a bedroom for rest; the middle two levels had 160 rooms, all decorated with cinnabar, gold, pearls, and jade, exquisitely carved, and adorned with tassels, feathers, and red silk networks, shining with gold inside and out; the lower level was where the eunuchs and boatmen lived. Thousands of years have passed, and the huge dragon boat of the past has vanished into smoke and ashes, but the Grand Canal is still there. Perhaps, as the Tang dynasty poet Pi Rixiu commented: 'Thousands of dragon boats among the greenery, all arriving in Yangzhou never to return. It must have been Heaven's will to open the Bian water, over a thousand miles of land without mountains. All say that Sui perished because of this river, yet today a thousand miles still rely on its waves. If not for the water palace and dragon boat affairs, even Yu's contributions would not be much more.' 🛳 The boats in ancient paintings have been 'moved' out Everyone has heard of the 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' by Zhang Zeduan of the Northern Song Dynasty, but did you know? The Ming Dynasty painter Qiu Ying also painted a 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival'. Qiu Ying's 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' refers to the Song version and uses the green and heavy color setting method to depict the social life of Suzhou city in the Ming Dynasty, showing the prosperous scene of the Jiangnan region. The painting contains more than two thousand characters, each with a vivid and lifelike expression. The Wuxi fast boat displayed in the exhibition is made based on Qiu Ying's 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival'. This type of boat was very common in the Jiangnan area during the Ming Dynasty. Generally speaking, its route was centered on Wuxi, traveling through the Jiangnan Canal to Suzhou, Zhenjiang, Yangzhou, and other places, mainly for transporting passengers and goods. In addition to practical passenger and cargo ships, there were also many pleasure and entertainment boats. The 'Qianlong Emperor's Southern Inspection Tour' by the Qing Dynasty painter Xu Yang depicted the grand scene of the Qianlong Emperor's inspection tour, including scenes of inquiring about local customs, inspecting officials for the welfare of the people, inspecting river works, reviewing troops, offering sacrifices at the Yu Temple, and touring famous lakes and mountains. One of the lantern boats in the painting was also 'moved' to the exhibition. Lantern boats, also known as 'painted boats', 'flower boats', or 'pleasure boats', were built in the early years of the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty in Nanjing, with constructions also in Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, and other areas, used for water tourism on the Qinhuai River in Nanjing, Tai Lake, the Canal, Suzhou Wu County, and other waterways. These boats were lavishly decorated, with carved patterns on the cabins, kang beds, doors, windows, and pillars, and carved and gilded tables and tea tables, exclusively for sightseeing and banquets.

    JulieLund

    Here comes the travel guide for Yangzhou

    📋Route: Slender West Lake👉Daming Temple👉Ge Garden👉Dongguan Street. 🌟Must-visit attractions: The scenic beauty of Slender West Lake, the solemnity of Daming Temple, the exquisite garden of Ge Garden. 🎫Ticket tips: Slender West Lake ticket , available online or on-site; Daming Temple ticket ; Ge Garden ticket . 🕰️Opening hours: Slender West Lake ; Daming Temple ; Ge Garden . ⏳Suggested duration of visit: 2-3 days. 🅿️Parking tips: There are parking lots at each attraction. 🙌Personal experience tips: Be sure to try Yangzhou's morning tea and enjoy the leisurely experience. You can take a boat tour on Slender West Lake, which has its own charm. Ge Garden offers different scenic views in each season, all worth seeing. Remember to protect yourself from the sun during your visit. At Dongguan Street, you can taste various snacks and buy characteristic souvenirs. Come to Yangzhou and feel the charm of this city!💖

    charlieocean

    Bursting with a sense of technology! This museum gathers half of China's civilization

    China Grand Canal Museum is located in Guangling District, Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, on Kaifa East Road (about 150 meters northwest of Sanwan Wetland Park), and is managed and operated by the Nanjing Museum. It is a national first-level museum. The Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum houses over 10,000 cultural relics and exhibits reflecting the theme of the canal from the Spring and Autumn period to contemporary times, including ancient books and documents, paintings and calligraphy, inscriptions, ceramics, metal wares, and miscellaneous items. The overall shape of the museum adopts the form of a giant ship, incorporating elements of sails, resembling a huge ship about to set sail beside the canal. The Grand Canal Tower is designed in the style of a Tang dynasty pagoda, with a height of 100 meters, and can be accessed through a rainbow-like corridor built on top of the museum. The exhibition also innovatively introduces 5G technology, setting up a unique immersive experience space in the exhibition hall—'Live Broadcast of the Grand Canal,' presenting a panoramic view of the beauty of the canal, and achieving a comprehensive interpretation of the China Grand Canal in all basins, all time periods, and all directions. Impressions of the Grand Canal Street are presented through four parts: 'Prosperous Eastern Capital, Bustling Bian River,' 'Wealthy Capital, Richest in Qi County,' 'Canal Transport Hub, Coming and Going Salt Merchants,' and 'Cultural Jiangnan, Land of Fish and Rice,' showing the townscapes along the Grand Canal in different historical periods and reflecting the hard work, intelligence, and beautiful life of the people along the canal. Transportation route: In Yangzhou city, take Yangzhou Bus No. 56 or Yangzhou Bus No. 82 to Sanwan Bridge East Station, and walk to No. 1 Yunbo Road. Remember to make a reservation in advance, closed on Mondays.

    SolitudeWhisper45678

    The Grand Canal Museum of China

    💎 The Grand Canal, which began to be excavated during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, took on a significant scale during the reign of Emperor Yang of Sui, and since then, the Jiangnan region has become the empire's granary. The saying 'When Suzhou and Huzhou are ripe, the whole world is full' reflects the importance of Jiangnan's stability to the dynasty's safety. Therefore, the excavation and management of the Grand Canal have always been of great importance throughout the dynasties. 💎 During the An Lushan Rebellion, despite the continuous warfare among various military governors in the north, the Tang dynasty was able to persist, thanks to the continuous supply of grain and fodder from the Jianghuai region to Chang'an via the Grand Canal. During the Opium Wars, British invaders entered from the sea and took control of the Grand Canal, directly threatening the grain transport safety to Beijing, the heart of the Qing dynasty, and forced the Qing government to sign the Treaty of Nanking. This highlights the importance of the Grand Canal to China's national security and economy. 💎 The multiple post stations established along the canal became part of a developed postal system, playing a crucial role in the transmission of imperial edicts. Along the banks of the canal, numerous towns specializing in textiles, porcelain, and other industrial and commercial activities emerged, and the prosperity of commerce made the canal a link for fiscal revenue. 🇨🇳 Experience the five thousand years of Huaxia, inheriting the Chinese civilization

    gwendolyn.juniper.hale

    Behind the master, flowers bloom like the sea

    Gently boiling the years, slowly brewing tea, in the lingering sounds, the years in Yangzhou quietly pass by. On the Jianzhen Road, cherry blossoms bloom profusely like the sea and clouds, and the statues of the master, whether seated or standing, are placed on both sides of the cherry blossom path. No matter from which end one looks, behind the master, there is always a sea of blooming flowers.

    DIANA BENSON

    Potala Palace—A World Cultural Heritage from the Snowy Region

    Xianglong  Spring Prelude Chapter Eight Potala Palace—A World Cultural Heritage from the Snowy Region 🐬 The majestic Potala Palace, built on Red Hill in Lhasa at an altitude of 3,700 meters, with the main building, the Red Palace, reaching a height of 113 meters, is indeed another level higher on the snowy plateau. It was originally constructed in the 7th century by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo specifically to welcome Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty. It was destroyed by war in the 9th century and rebuilt by the 5th Dalai Lama in the 17th century, after which it underwent several expansions. 🐬 In Tibet, where Tibetan Buddhism is prevalent, great importance is placed on religious faith activities, which are integrated into daily life. The various exquisite artifacts stored in the Potala Palace show that the royal nobility at the time made extensive use of gold carvings and inlaid gems, not only for religious ceremonial items but even for common objects such as water pots and wine vessels, which featured intricate metal carvings. The image of the dragon is also commonly seen on these objects, either coiled around the handle, forming the spout, or on the body of the vessel. 🐬 Thangkas are the most characteristic art pieces, and the ones displayed this time mainly depict Buddhist figures and teachings. The exquisite silk and satin create vivid and three-dimensional images with bright colors. 🐬 Special thanks to: China Grand Canal Museum, Tibet Autonomous Region Potala Palace Administration 🇨🇳 Experience the five thousand years of Huaxia, inheriting Chinese civilization

    Benjamin.Cooper#87

    Visit the Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum, a popular internet-famous museum

    After visiting the Yangzhou Ge Garden in the morning, I went to visit the Grand Canal Museum. Admission requires advance reservation, so I didn't enter the museum until after 12:00 p.m. The museum has a total of 13 exhibition halls, and it might take several days to see everything in detail. Therefore, this time I only visited halls 1-3, as well as the Potala Palace cultural relics exhibition that is currently in halls 11-12, which was an eye-opening experience. The museum has a restaurant on the basement level where you can solve the lunch problem. Due to the large number of visitors, you still need to take a number and queue up for dining, which is also rare in museums. The Grand Canal—China's World Cultural Heritage, the Grand Canal, is not a birth mother, it is a wet nurse. The China Grand Canal was first dug during the Spring and Autumn period, became navigable in the Sui Dynasty, and flourished in the Tang and Song Dynasties. During the Yuan Dynasty, it was straightened for direct navigation from north to south; in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it maintained the lifeline of the nation and reached its zenith. It includes the Sui-Tang Grand Canal, the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, and the East Zhejiang Canal, with a total length of more than 2,700 kilometers. Spanning over 2,500 years, it crosses eight provincial-level administrative regions including Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shandong, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, connecting the Haihe, Yellow, Huai, Yangtze, and Qiantang rivers, serving as the ancient transportation artery that linked east and west, north and south of China. It also extended westward to connect with the Eurasian Silk Road and eastward to the maritime trade routes. The China Grand Canal is a great water conservancy project created by the ancient laboring people. It connected the political and economic centers of successive dynasties, playing an important role in China's political unity, economic development, and cultural prosperity. The people along the coast thrived, interacted, and integrated because of it. The exhibition is divided into four parts, comprehensively reflecting the spatiotemporal changes of the China Grand Canal, the wisdom of hydraulic engineering, state management, and the beautiful life it has brought to the people. As an important symbol of Chinese civilization, the 'Grand Canal' was announced by the State Council in March 2013 as the seventh batch of national key cultural relics protection units, and the 'China Grand Canal' was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in June 2014. This giant linear, living cultural heritage belt represents the great creativity, cohesion, and vitality of the Chinese nation, and will continue to shine brightly in the magnificent journey of creation in the new era of China.

    ROLAND FARMER

    Yangzhou Guide | Weekend Getaway from Shanghai 02·The City is Full of Spring

    - March in the Season of Blossoms I've finally arrived at the other side of the 'Anywhere Door': Yangzhou! 🎡｜Itinerary ▫DAY1 Slender West Lake→Yechun→Daming Temple→Ge Garden→Dongguan Street ▫DAY2 Heyuan→Pishi Street→China Grand Canal Museum 🚇｜Transportation ✈️Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport, with airport shuttle to the city 🚄It's difficult to get a taxi at Yangzhou East Station, take the Z6 bus to Dongguan Street, just one stop 🛵The preferred mode of transport in the old city, there's more than one type of yellow bike, scanning failure might be due to using the wrong applet 🏠｜Accommodation If budget allows, choose the Welcome Guest House, Dongguan Street or near Heyuan for convenient dining, Baolong Plaza is quite close to the Grand Canal Museum. 📸｜Attractions 1⃣Slender West Lake ⏰Daytime entry 06:00-17:15, latest exit time 19:30 (extra night ticket required after this time); Night tour 18:30-22:00 🎫Day ticket 100, night ticket 120 🚶‍♀Route suggestion: South Gate-Long Dyke Spring Willow-Xuyuan-Little Golden Hill-Fishing Platform-Wuting Bridge-White Pagoda-Twenty-Four Bridge-Xichun Terrace-Steles Corridor-Yechun 🌷Enter at six in the morning to enjoy the poetic scenery alone: Long Dyke Spring Willow swaying by the water, Xuyuan filled with poetry, the morning light on Little Golden Hill, admiring the Big Dipper from the Fishing Platform, climbing Wuting Bridge to overlook ten miles of lake light, passing by the White Pagoda in search of Twenty-Four Bridge. 2⃣Daming Temple ⏰08:00-17:00 🎫48; Qiling Pagoda requires an additional ticket, priced at 26 📿Located in the central peak of Shugang Scenic Area, it combines cultural relics and garden scenery. Climbing Qiling Pagoda to gaze into the distance, one realizes that the green willows and city walls are Yangzhou. 3⃣Ge Garden ⏰07:30-17:30 🎫48 🎋If you can't make it early, go late, after sunset when the visitors disperse, you can see the beauty of one of China's four famous gardens: The name of the garden comes from bamboo, with the spring breeze swaying, the greenery is just right; stone is the soul of the garden, to see the rockery of the four seasons requires a lot of imagination. 🚪The north gate is entry only, the east gate is exit only, the south gate allows both entry and exit, recommended to start from the north gate. 4⃣Heyuan ⏰ 07:30-17:30 🎫48 🪟The top garden of the late Qing Dynasty, with corridors, windows, pavilions, and mountains, four 'number ones in the world', filming locations for 'Marrying the Wrong Bride' and 'My Fair Princess', the spring flowers are dense, every bit is a reason not to miss Heyuan when you come to Yangzhou. 5⃣China Grand Canal Museum ⏰Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-17:00 (entry stops at 16:00) 🎫Free admission, book seven days in advance, tickets released daily at 19:00 🎞 A total of 12 halls, each hall is wonderful: Hall 1 to appreciate the past and present of the Grand Canal, Hall 2 to take a sand boat to watch the ancient canal sides, Hall 8 to enjoy a visual feast of poetry and water transport, and so on... 🎨Hall 3's 'Qingjiangpu Post' is hidden in the alley, with many seals and the silk postcards are very attractive. 🍥｜Cuisine ▫Yechun: Pingshan Hall store is next to Slender West Lake and Daming Temple ▫Simple Tea and Plain Rice: It's cheap and quite good ▫Yangzhou Yogurt: You must try it when you come 📝｜Tips ▫There are lacquer fan stalls at almost every scenic spot, with similar prices, make one when you see it, you can do it yourself, buy early to use as a photo prop! ▫The annual card 'Yangzhou Travel & Leisure Card A' is a good choice, 238 per card, includes 11 fee-paying scenic spots including popular ones, valid for one year with unlimited visits.

    JAYDA HOUSTON

    Reverse Tourism Yangzhou +3

    🌟 Slender West Lake Like the Twenty-Four Bridge, it often appears in ancient poetry. The artistic conception of Suzhou-style gardens is truly beautiful, a must-visit, with half-price tickets for students. 🌟 China Grand Canal Museum There are a total of 13 halls, including buildings 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, and a sky garden. The 5D effects will definitely provide you with a visual feast, an immersive experience of the development of the Grand Canal. The food inside is also very delicious. Free admission, but you probably need to book about a week in advance. 🌟 Dongguan Street This is a well-known historical and cultural old street, with elegant architecture and cobblestone alleys. Many time-honored shops and handicraft industries are concentrated here. 🌟 He Garden A private garden with a blend of Chinese and Western architecture. It is the filming location for 'Mistakenly Entering the Sedan Chair and Marrying the Right Man', where you can come dressed in Hanfu to take photos. 🌟 Pishi Street In the past, it was known as 'Leather Goods Street', close to He Garden. Experience the local customs and snacks of Yangzhou, check in at the slow-paced artistic shops of Yangzhou, and take beautiful photos. 🌟 Wenchang Pavilion Yangzhou is representative of the many Wenchang Pavilions, located right in the middle of the road. It has witnessed a century of vicissitudes and remains ever new. 🌟 Daming Temple 'In the Southern Dynasties, four hundred and eighty temples, how many towers in the misty rain,' a temple with a thousand years of history, the architecture has the style of an imperial garden. From the Qiling Pagoda, you can overlook the entire city of Yangzhou.

    VoyagerVentures

    Jiangsu Yangzhou | Check in at the newly popular museum

    📝Note tips: China Grand Canal Museum can be called an internet-famous museum. You need to book at least 3 or 4 days in advance, and you must go according to the scheduled time. If you go too early, you cannot enter. If you are lucky enough to book a morning session, you can have a whole day to visit. ❤Recommended reason: China Grand Canal Museum has 14 distinctive exhibition spaces. Visitors can learn about the changes of the Grand Canal in the museum. The Grand Canal of China began in the Spring and Autumn period, was first connected during the Sui Dynasty, and flourished in the Tang and Song Dynasties. It includes the Sui-Tang Grand Canal, the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, and the East Zhejiang Canal, with a total length of more than 2700 kilometers. It has been over 2500 years, spanning eight provincial administrative regions including Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shandong, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, connecting the Haihe, Yellow River, Huaihe, Yangtze River, and Qiantang River water systems. It was the major artery of communication between east and west, north and south in ancient China. It also connected to the Silk Road to the west and extended the maritime trade route to the east.

    DIYDesigner

    The Lhasa 'Sunset' at the China Grand Canal Museum!

    'The Potala Palace - A World Cultural Heritage from the Snow Land' special exhibition is being held in exhibition halls 11 and 12 on the second floor of the China (Yangzhou) Grand Canal Museum, and will run until May 19, 2024. The special exhibition is the most concentrated display of Potala Palace cultural relics in mainland China, featuring a total of 101 sets and 169 pieces, all of which come from the Potala Palace Administration. One third of the relics are being exhibited for the first time. The special exhibition is divided into three parts: 'Millennium Majesty', which introduces the thousand-year construction legend of the Potala Palace and its unique architectural form; 'Universe Within', which comprehensively displays the 'Tibetan Art Encyclopedia' that encompasses everything within the Potala Palace; 'Heavenly Craftsmanship on the Road to Heaven', which showcases the maintenance of the Potala Palace and the achievements in protecting ancient scriptures and books. The exhibition opens a window to a deeper understanding of the Potala Palace, allowing a panoramic view of its majestic palace fortress and a close-up glimpse of its treasured relics in all their stunning beauty. The Lhasa 'Sunset' at the end of the special exhibition is pure and flawless, inviting visitors to pause for a moment and experience the purification of the soul.

    JackMaguire78

    Fireworks in March descend upon Yangzhou, and here comes the most worry-free travel guide

    Just after the Qingming holiday, it's definitely the best time to visit Yangzhou, because there won't be that many people anymore! Duration Recommended for three days and two nights, but two days and one night is also enough! Accommodation It's recommended to stay near Dongguan Street, close to Pishi Street, Slender West Lake, Ge Garden, and He Garden, all within walking distance. If you're on a budget, consider a homestay, which has the charm of the Jiangnan area, but if you're a solo female traveler, it's best to choose a hotel. There are many alleys on Dongguan Street, which might be scary at night. Attire Light-colored clothes are especially suitable for taking photos in Yangzhou, absolutely beautiful in a modern Chinese style! But be sure to bring a jacket, as it can be a bit cool in the morning and evening. Travel Route day1 Morning tea - Slender West Lake (3h) - Dongguan Street, Pishi Street for food and photos (3h) - Queue for Huaiyang cuisine in the evening - Night stroll on the pedestrian street, make lacquer fans day2 Choose between He Garden/Ge Garden - Take a taxi to the area near Wanda Plaza for lunch (no queue) - Grand Canal Museum Cuisine Yangzhou Yogurt Highly recommended by local students! A choice that won't go wrong, be sure to try the jasmine flavor~ Tiny Plum Blossom Cakes A shop on Pishi Street, with red bean small round cakes flavor, soft and delicious, with a layer of red bean paste underneath, slightly sweet and very tasty! Lion's Head Different from the Lion's Head in Shandong, it's softer and more tender, very good~ Yangzhou Fried Rice Recommended at Dongguan Street , with distinct grains, chewy and addictive Friendly Reminder Some recommended morning tea places may require a long queue. In fact, any roadside breakfast shop has good flavors, with fried rice, Yangchun noodles, dried tofu silk, lion's head, etc. You can choose according to your time situation There is no subway in Yangzhou, and there are many electric bikes on the road. Be sure to walk on the edge and pay attention to safety Slender West Lake is beautiful, and the Grand Canal Museum's halls 1, 2, 3, 8, 11, and 12 each have their own characteristics. Travel off-peak, and hope everyone can be happy!

    leilani_moon_88

    The Grand Canal Museum's Potala Palace Themed Exhibition

    I visited the China Grand Canal Museum on Sunday. It is a newly built museum in recent years, featuring many spectacular exhibition halls. These halls display the historical changes and cultural development of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal since ancient times. Inside the museum, there is also a Tibetan culture exhibition hall themed around the Potala Palace. Upon entering, I was immediately struck by the overwhelming presence of distinctive Tibetan elements—money, gold ornaments, gilded Lama statues, Thangkas, Tibetan monk robes, and more. Among the dazzling array of gold artifacts, one can also see the opulence of the upper echelons of Tibetan society, as well as the suffering of the common people. Every character and object is a shock!

    ediecarlwagner

    Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum | Nanny-level Visit Guide (Including Reservation Strategy)

    🌸In the fireworks-filled March in Yangzhou, the scenery is naturally breathtaking. ❗️You must check in at the "China Grand Canal Museum" 🌊Learn about the historical and cultural changes of the canal over a thousand years 🌸Experience life on the banks of the ancient canal in Yangzhou's Three Bays ———Reservation Strategy——— 👉Start booking 7 days in advance 👉Tickets are released promptly at 19:00 👉There is a batch of weekend tickets released every Friday (hard to get) 👉Enter visitor information in advance (up to 5 people's information can be saved) ———Visit Strategy——— 📍Detailed address: China Grand Canal Museum (North Gate) 🚗Transportation Strategy: 👉Take bus routes 82, 57, 56, or 9🚌 directly 👉The venue has an underground parking lot🅿️, accessible from Daxue South Road 👉Taking a taxi🚕 from Dongguan Street costs about 17 yuan 🕙Opening hours: 9:00—17:00, entry stops at 16:00 (Closed on Mondays, open as usual on holidays) 💰Ticket price: Free🆓 🌟Permanent exhibitions: 🌊【Hall 1: The Grand Canal—China's World Cultural Heritage】: Popularize the historical changes of the Grand Canal, which has experienced a thousand years of vicissitudes and accompanied the rise and fall of various dynasties. 🌊【Hall 2: Boats on the Canal】: Naked-eye👀5D physical experience, where you can board the Shafei ship to experience and understand the evolution of the types of ships on the Grand Canal. 🌊【Hall 3: Born from the Canal—Impressions of the Grand Canal's Marketplaces】: Recreates the rich and lively scenes of representative towns along the canal. You can also make a unique intangible cultural heritage lacquer fan🪭 📌Little Tips: 1. There are also special exhibitions of the Potala Palace and Qi Baishi's paintings recently, which interested friends can check out 2. The intangible cultural heritage lacquer fan🪭 requires queuing, about 1 hour, remember to head to Hall 3 first～ 3. There are also many cultural and creative products and stamping points, well worth the visit!

    xerxes_6475

    If you don't go to Yangzhou in March, you are confused!

    "The fireworks in March are in Yangzhou", indicating that Yangzhou will become a hot destination in March and April. Remember to save this 2-day and 1-night Yangzhou travel guide! 📣【Transportation】 🚄High-speed train: You can choose to arrive at Yangzhou Station or Yangzhou East Station ✈Plane: Consider arriving at Yangtai Airport 🚘Self-driving: Recommend self-driving tour from surrounding cities, to better experience the beauty of Yangzhou 📣【Must-visit Attractions】 🔶Grand Canal Museum: There are 10 exhibition halls here, which you can visit along the way, especially the 2nd and 3rd exhibition halls are surprising, immersively presenting the beautiful scenery and bustling streets of Yangzhou 🔶Slender West Lake: For residents of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, the attraction may not be great, but as a famous scenic spot in Yangzhou, it is still worth a visit 🔶Dongguan Street: Authentic old Yangzhou historical streets, also a food and business street, the night view is very charming! Wen Chang Pavilion is one of the landmarks of Yangzhou, don't forget to take a photo when passing by📷 🔶Ge Garden: As one of the four famous gardens in China, it integrates garden design and landscape scenery, with rockeries and bamboo forests in the garden, offering a unique ambiance. 🔶Pi Market Street: Although it is only a few hundred meters long, mainly with attractions and cultural and creative shops, there is not much food, if you like snacks, it is recommended to go to Guoqing Road, which is only one or two kilometers away from Pi Market Street. 📣【Accommodation and Dining】 🚋Accommodation: It is recommended to choose near Dongguan Street or Wen Chang Pavilion, the location is convenient, and it is easy to eat, drink, and have fun~ 🍲Food: ✅You must try morning tea when you come to Yangzhou ‼ ✅Affordable food recommendation👉Garden, try three-ding bao, pine nut shumai, vermicelli soup ✅Exquisite food recommendation👉Xiangyuan or Quyuan, guaranteed not to disappoint ‼ ✅Yangzhou yogurt, Yangzhou fried rice, Yangzhou dry silk, braised lion's head are must-tries‼

    Aiden.Campbell.87

    The millennia-old canal flows clear, reflecting the integrity and spirit of our ancestors

    The Grand Canal, excavated in the 5th century BC, connects the five major river systems of the Hai River, Yellow River, Huai River, Yangtze River, and Qiantang River. It is a masterpiece of large-scale water conservancy and transportation engineering in human history. The magnificent achievements that have lasted for generations have also nurtured a group of upright and outstanding officials known for their integrity and remarkable political achievements. These individuals, who put the country before their home and public interest before personal gain, are the backbone of the vast land of China. Sun Shuao, the Chancellor of the State of Chu during the Spring and Autumn period, was renowned for his governance that led to Chu's dominance within three years. He supervised the excavation of the Jinghan Canal and the Chaohu Canal and was involved in the construction of water conservancy projects such as the Quebei. Fan Zhongyan, the virtuous Prime Minister of the Northern Song Dynasty known for his principle of 'worrying before others and enjoying after others,' was also skilled in water management. He rebuilt the Haifang Dyke in Taizhou, now known as 'Fan Gong Dyke.' During a severe famine in Wu, he encouraged competitive boat racing in Hangzhou to stimulate consumption, launched major construction projects, and solved employment issues. Yangzhou is a city that prospered because of the salt trade and was the center of the Lianghuai salt industry during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The Lianghuai Salt Transport Commissioner's office, which managed the salt industry, was also located here. The Lianghuai Salt Case during the Qianlong era foreshadowed the decline of the salt monopoly. In the Daoguang era, the 'Gang Salt System' was changed to the 'Ticket Salt System,' allowing prices to fluctuate with the market to break the monopoly and exclusive operation of the salt industry. Tao Yan, a famous incorruptible official of the Ming Dynasty, supervised the grain transport on the canal three times. He was known for his incorruptibility and frugal lifestyle, earning him the nicknames 'Vegetable Tao' and 'Tao Sangan.' Xu Sanxing, who served as the Imperial Salt Inspector of Lianghuai, was known for his principle of 'not taking surplus' and also compiled a set of 'Salt Law Regulations.' Yang Xifu, a famous Confucian minister of the Qing Dynasty, cared for the people's livelihood and the public good while serving as the Canal Transport Governor. He compiled the 'Canal Transport Regulations' in 20 volumes. Zhang Pengnian, a water conservancy expert of the Qing Dynasty, valued agriculture and sericulture and wrote the 'Complete Book on River Management.' Emperor Kangxi praised him as 'the most incorruptible official under heaven.'

    OwenMcGregor68

    Aren't you confused not going to Yangzhou in March and April?

    "Flowers in March, go to Yangzhou", it is predicted that Yangzhou will become an unattainable top trend in March and April, so quickly save the 2-day 1-night travel guide. 📣【Travel Methods】 🚄High-speed train: Arrive at Yangzhou Station or Yangzhou East Station ✈Plane: Arrive at Yangtai Airport, 🚘Self-driving: Recommended for surrounding cities, the experience will be better 📣【Must-Visit Attractions】 🔶Grand Canal Museum: The most surprising itinerary inside, there are a total of 🈶10 pavilions, just walk from the left side when you enter, no need to backtrack, the 2nd and 3rd pavilions are the most surprising, with immersive simulations of Yangzhou's beautiful scenery and the bustling flower markets 🔶Slender West Lake: Actually, for people who often live in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, and frequently visit places like Suzhou, Wuxi, Hangzhou, the attraction is not that great, but its reputation precedes it, so you always want to take a look 🔶Dongguan Street: A very authentic old Yangzhou historical alley, also a food and commercial street, the night view is also amazing! Wenchang Pavilion, one of the landmarks of Yangzhou, you can check in and take photos when passing by~ 🔶Ge Garden: One of the four major gardens in China, integrating garden art and landscape, with many rockeries and bamboo forests, the garden's wintersweet is in full bloom, especially 🈶 artistic conception. 🔶Pishi Street: Only a few hundred meters long, mainly for checking in landmarks and cultural and creative shops, not much food, if you like snacks, it is recommended to go to Guoqing Road, which is only one or two kilometers away from Pishi Street. 📣【About Food and Accommodation】 🚋Accommodation: It is recommended to choose near Dongguan Street or Wenchang Pavilion, the location is convenient, and it is convenient for eating, drinking, and playing~ 🍲Food: Having morning tea in Yangzhou is a must ‼ ☑Affordable eating 🔜 Huayuan, recommended three-ding bao, pine nut shumai, vermicelli soup ☑Exquisite eating 🔜 Xiangyuan or Quyuan, you won't step on any landmines ‼ ☑Yangzhou yogurt, Yangzhou fried rice, Yangzhou dry silk, braised lion's head, must eat ‼ ☑Ziqi Hotpot, Yangzhou's own Haidilao, must eat ‼

    maximillian_aurelius_ravenwood

    Yangzhou | 3 Days 2 Nights Travel Guide: The Most Authentic Experience to Avoid Pitfalls

    Yangzhou | 3 Days 2 Nights Travel Guide: The Most Authentic Experience to Avoid Pitfalls||| For a detailed graphic version of the Yangzhou travel guide, you can check out my previous videos. 📍Accommodation: First choice is near Wenchang Pavilion, close to Dongguan Street, Ge Garden, and He Garden. Economy hotels cost about five to six hundred during holidays. However, if the hotel is next to Dongguan Street, it's recommended to take a taxi on the adjacent main road to avoid traffic jams. 🚗Transportation: Mainly walking and taking taxis. Before going, I heard that the drivers' service attitude was not good, but in reality, all I met were fine, and I never encountered a situation where I couldn't get a taxi. However, taxi fares are more expensive than I thought, only slightly cheaper than Shanghai. When I went to play in the neighboring town of Zhenjiang, I found the taxi fares to be very cheap. 🍚Food: Jiangjiaqiao: Avoid this place, it's particularly bad in my opinion, with a strong taste of rapeseed oil overpowering the freshness of the meat, and the noodles are not chewy, but it's very cheap. Xiao Zhun Shi: Four dishes for over 200, lion's head meatballs and dry silk are mediocre, Yangzhou fried rice is dry and tasteless, crab tofu only has the taste of rapeseed oil. Yechun: Average, not bad but nothing surprising. Fuyu Dessert: An internet-famous shop, just tastes like normal dessert, mainly good for taking pictures. 7 Eat 8 Bar: Not bad, on the pricier side, four dishes for 382, scallion roasted opium fish is delicious, Yangzhou fried rice is also good. Maybe I didn't do my homework on food this time, tasty Yangzhou dishes are either hard to find or expensive. Play: Grand Canal Museum: A must-visit, very enjoyable, interesting, even a quick visit takes 4 hours, it can get very hot with many people, wear light clothing, not recommended for those with particularly poor physical strength. Ge Garden: Ticket price 48 yuan. The garden is more beautiful than the residence, which is more common in large households, but it has many rooms. He Garden: Ticket price 48 yuan Opposite to Ge Garden, the residence is more attractive than the garden, perhaps because I went when nothing was blooming, but the residence is indeed very distinctive, a blend of Chinese and Western styles. Before visiting Ge Garden and He Garden, it's best to learn some history and anecdotes, and if possible, get a guide, you can finish the tour in under an hour. Slender West Lake: Ticket price 100 yuan Recommended to enter from the south gate and exit from the north gate, go in the afternoon to catch the sunset, and if willing, wait for the night view. To save time and energy, take a boat after entering the south gate, electric boat 50 per person, about 15 minutes, get off at the 24 Bridge and walk back, exit from the south gate Pishi Street: An internet-famous street, suitable for girls who like to take photos and check-in. Caiyi Street, Dongguan Street: I'm not very interested in such commercial streets, too many people, feels messy, not recommended to spend too much time browsing Wenchang Pavilion, Siwang Pavilion: Just take a glance while taking a taxi or when passing by nearby, they are just landmark buildings 🌟Summary: Still, as Li Bai said, 'to experience the fireworks in March in Yangzhou,' when the flowers haven't bloomed, Yangzhou always seems to lack something. Also, there are indeed many people, and the cost of living is not cheap. There's a high chance of hitting a bad Huaiyang cuisine restaurant, so do more homework before going.

    Ms. Corrine Dicki

    In Yangzhou, I encountered the Potala Palace

    【The Potala Palace Special Exhibition at the China Grand Canal Museum】Although I have visited the Potala Palace twice, the special exhibition held by the Grand Canal Museum and the Potala Palace Administration is still worth seeing. In fact, visiting the Potala Palace is quite similar to visiting the Forbidden City; the main focus is on the architecture, as well as the furnishings and decorations inside the halls. Most of the collections are not on display. This special exhibition at the Grand Canal Museum is considered to have brought together many rare treasures that are seldom seen, and many cultural relics that you wouldn't be able to see at the Potala Palace itself.

    Avery Ellington

    The Grand Canal Museum in Yangzhou is so magnificent

    It is recommended that one must visit the museum at least once in a lifetime. I saw the Grand Canal Museum in the Southern Airlines magazine and have been longing to visit and see its beauty. It's really super huge; you can stroll around for a whole day. My feet were tired from all the walking. The Grand Canal Museum has moved the entire riverbed over. It displays riverbeds from different periods that have been moved from Henan. It's truly spectacular.

    ZyleriaSerenity890`

    Yangzhou One-Day Tour Guide, Live Experience! Slender West Lake/Geyuan Garden/Grand Canal

    Before the lunar March arrives, Yangzhou is already filled with the colors of spring. Magnolias, plum blossoms, peach blossoms, pear blossoms, they cover the trees and the city, and you can never take enough photos. The willow trees are freshly green, at their most beautiful moment. Photos taken on: March 19th One-day highlights: Grand Canal Museum - Dongguan Street/Geyuan Garden - Slender West Lake - Grand Canal Night Cruise 🎈Arrive at the Grand Canal Museum before 9 am, the museum opens at 9. It's quite large, with majestic architecture, and mainly three exhibition halls inside, which are history, boats, and an antique market street. It's very crowded, so you must book in advance (free of charge). Be sure to go early, we left at 10:20 and it was already very, very crowded. It takes about 1-2 hours to walk around and take pictures. 🎈After leaving the museum, take a taxi to Dongguan Street. This street is so-so, full of small shops. Have some snacks here and head straight to Geyuan Garden (located on Dongguan Street) 🎈Geyuan Garden: The ticket is 48 yuan. Inside, the bamboo forest and garden are beautiful, with a stunning magnolia tree. About 1 hour should suffice here. 🎈Slender West Lake: The daytime ticket is 100 yuan. Walk from Geyuan Garden to the south gate of Slender West Lake. The lake is extremely beautiful at this time, stay as long as you wish to enjoy the scenery. We entered from the south gate, walked north to the lake's plum grove, and exited from the west gate. It took about 2.5 hours, and there was still a large area we didn't get to, too tired to walk. 🎈Night Cruise on the Grand Canal: After exiting the west gate, go back to the hotel for a rest (Fairfield by Marriott, right across from the west gate). Then take a taxi to Dongguan Ancient Ferry. There are many food options here, have dinner, and then you can take a boat for a night cruise. We don't like boat rides, so we just walked along the riverbanks, enjoying the night view, which was also very nice. Photos: 2-10 Slender West Lake. 11-14 Geyuan Garden. 15-18 Grand Canal Museum

    AveryMaguire13

    millennium-long canal, a flowing feast of culture

    - Tickets: Free admission. - Opening hours: Closed on Mondays, open from 9:00-17:00 from Tuesday to Sunday. - Must-see pavilions: - Pavilion 1: China's World Cultural Heritage. - Pavilion 2: Boats on the Canal. - Pavilion 3: Born with the Canal - Impressions of the Grand Canal Shops. - Pavilion 8: Love of the River. - Recommended tour routes: - If the opening time is early: It is recommended to visit in sequence to save energy. - If there are already many visitors: You can first visit Pavilion 8, Pavilion 2, Pavilion 3, and Pavilion 1 to avoid the crowds. - Suggested visiting time: - Reserve 4 hours for the visit to enjoy the exhibits more leisurely. - Accompanying children: You can visit Pavilion 1, Pavilion 2, Pavilion 3, Pavilion 6, Pavilion 7, and Pavilion 8, which are more suitable for childre

    arduous_deeanna

    Explore the five-star Grand Canal Museum in China!

    🔖 I recently embarked on a trip to Yangzhou, and it was a complete harvest of food, drink, and fun! I tasted all the local special dishes, soaked in a comfortable hot spring, and even had a must-attend morning tea feast! 🍲🛁🍵 But the most amazing thing was the Grand Canal Museum, which I highly recommend! The facilities in the museum are top-notch, the space is so large that people get lost, and the content is rich and colorful. Moreover, the flow of people at the end of winter is not large, and I strolled around leisurely. What's particularly commendable is that it's free to visit, there's free parking, and there's even a restaurant downstairs, which is incredibly convenient! It's the first choice for a short weekend trip, with a recommendation index of five stars+! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🔖 The Grand Canal Museum is not an ordinary museum! It combines traditional and modern display methods to fully display the history, culture, ecology, and technology of the Grand Canal of China in various forms. Known as the 'Encyclopedia' of the Grand Canal of China, it's an excellent place for cultural exploration! 📚🌐 🔖 The Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, as the earliest excavated, longest-used, and largest spatial span canal in the world, has even been included in the World Heritage List! It's simply a miracle of human history! 🌍✨ 🔖 The length of the Grand Canal is the longest in the world, spanning the Haihe, Yellow, Huai, Yangtze, and Qiantang rivers, connecting five major river systems. As a river that has witnessed the history of the Spring and Autumn, Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, it has made a huge contribution to the development of north-south transportation, the communication of north-south economic culture, and political unity. The Grand Canal is not only the lifeline of the country, but also a part of the history of the Chinese nation, recording the tortuous and long road of life. From prosperity to decline, it not only witnessed the prosperity of feudal dynasties, but also felt the suffering of the people. As a monument of China's water conservancy projects, the Grand Canal shows the development process of the Chinese nation in its changes. 📜🌊🚢 A half-day visit seemed like a journey through time, and I was left wanting more! 🕰️🔍

    Traveling for Taste

    Yangzhou two-day one-night per capita 600 travel guide

    Yangzhou two-day one-night travel guide 🌈Yangzhou Slender West Lake, famous far and wide, fireworks in March to Yangzhou, taking advantage of the good season for travel, why not arrange a two-day tour to relax. The per capita 600+ travel guide can be referred to. 🚉Transportation: Shanghai——Yangzhou/Train travel Round trip 260/person About three hours 🏠Accommodation: Kangbo Hotel/Wenchang West Road Slender West Lake Store 200RMB/room Day1: Grand Canal Museum + Dongguan Street + Caiyi Street ⭐️Grand Canal Museum——The train arrived at 13 noon, there is bus 26 outside, half an hour to the hotel, check in first, and then went to the Grand Canal Museum in the afternoon, remember to make an appointment in advance, closed on Monday. This place is worth visiting, 🆓 open. Start visiting the China Grand Canal Museum at 15 o'clock, it is very big inside, divided into 13 exhibition halls, according to the time, it is recommended to visit the 12389 exhibition halls first, 1⃣ hall, China World Cultural Heritage, shuttle through Beijing with the canal, naked eye 5D feel the visual feast, 2⃣ hall, the boats on the canal, beautifully carved, 3⃣ hall, the replica of the street scenes on both sides of the ancient canal, 9⃣ hall the Grand Canal in the Forbidden City, there are more than 10,000 pieces of cultural relics on display, in addition, there is a 360-degree digital immersive experience of Love of the River, don't forget to go to the sky garden to overlook the whole view of the museum after visiting. Take a break inside, and took a taxi to Dongguan Street at about 17 o'clock. ⭐️Dongguan Street——This is a historical old street, enter from the main entrance at 17 o'clock, opposite is the canal, it is also nice to take a walk. There are many catering and small commodity stores inside, you can buy some snacks and pastries. There are also many attractions in the alley, but it was a bit late to visit, so I didn't go to see. I strolled here for 1 hour, and walked out to Caiyi Street. ⭐️Caiyi Street——Compared with Dongguan Street, it is not so commercialized here, there are more snacks and more affordable, 18 o'clock is also dinner time, we ate air year cake at the door, more than 10 yuan a serving, it's really delicious. Walked in from the intersection and felt it for half an hour. At 19 o'clock in the evening, I strolled around and found a restaurant for dinner, experiencing the local Yangzhou fried rice and lion's head. Day2: Yangzhou morning tea + Slender West Lake + He Garden + Pishi Street ✨Garden Tea House——Go to experience Yangzhou morning tea at 7:30 first, in fact, there are quite a lot of choices for morning tea restaurants, we picked the nearest one, it opens at 6:30 in the morning, 50/person on average. Recommend three ding bao, green pepper shredded pork noodles are also good. ✨Slender West Lake——Come out of the morning tea at 9 o'clock, the Slender West Lake is just across the street, very convenient. The peak season is 100/person, time: 6 o'clock to 19 o'clock, it's very big inside, you can walk, sightseeing car, cruise ship, any combination. We walked around, entered from the south gate and exited from the north gate. The attractions are concentrated in the south and west gates. You can see the long dike spring willow, 24 bridges in turn, you can also take a boat here, then there are five wind pavilions, Xiao Jinshan, Slender West Lake Calligraphy and Painting Academy, etc., we also rested in the post office cafe for a while. The tour lasts 2-3 hours. The north gate is out and it is Daming Temple. ✨He Garden——Took a taxi to He Garden at more than 12 o'clock, 💰15, it arrived in 20 minutes, this is a combination of Chinese garden and Western architecture, the whole garden is divided into East Garden, West Garden, courtyard, Pishi Mountain House four parts, 1500 meters of complex corridor, the world's first corridor. There are many distributed attractions, which are the filming locations of many famous films. Follow the route to visit, play for more than 1 hour. ✨Pishi Street——Walked for 20 minutes and went to Pishi Street at 14 o'clock, here is artistic and fresh, antique, stroll around the specialty small shops, various sweets afternoon tea, sugar water, yogurt, fried shop snacks, it is also suitable for taking pictures, you can stroll for 1-2 hours. Dining is recommended to go to Pixel Research Food, there is a terrace, eating while enjoying the street view is very comfortable. After dinner, I took a taxi to the train station at more than 17 o'clock, about 20 minutes not far. The 18:14 train returned to Shanghai.

    LOUIS POTTER
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