[2025 Gaoyou Attraction] Travel Guide for Gaoyou·Lake Flower Sea (Updated Apr)

After traveling alone for three years, during this Qingming holiday I finally found the hidden gem town described in Wang Zengqi's writings Gaoyou Here, I saw fields of rapeseed flowers hidden in the water town, enjoyed steaming morning tea, tasted the red-oiled salted duck eggs from Wang's writings, wandered through the peaceful Zhenguo Temple, visited an ancient post station preserved since the pre-Qin era, and witnessed the stunning sunset over Lake Gaoyou, China's sixth-largest freshwater lake. - I went the day before Qingming Festival when there were very few people, fewer flowers, but excellent food. This hidden gem town from Wang Zengqi's prose is truly worth a special trip. If you're planning to visit Gaoyou but don't want to plan your itinerary, you can check out my plan on Yuan Zhou Travel Tracks, which helped me plan my trip in just one minute. Its map function clearly shows transportation arrangements and timing between attractions. - 🗺Two-day itinerary: Day 1: Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall — South Gate Street — Yucheng Post Station — Zhenguo Temple — Sunset at Grand Canal West Embankment Day 2: Chunlai Teahouse — Gaoyou Prefecture Office — Ancient Wenyou Platform — Lake Flower Fields - 🍜Food recommendations: 1. Renmin Road Bridge Dumpling Noodle Shop 2. Erzi/Zhang's Pubarou (Stuffed Meat) 3. Chunlai Teahouse 4. Jiaojia Lane Noodle House 5. Xinhuayuan Ge's Stinky Tofu - 🚏Attractions: ❶Lake Flower Fields When a Jiangnan water town meets vast fields of rapeseed flowers, it creates the most beautiful spring landscape The rapeseed fields here rival those in Wuyuan. You can take a small train through the flower sea, boat across the blooming fields, or stroll among the flowers ❷Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall A must-visit for Wang's fans! Learn more about Wang while enjoying the museum's spatial aesthetics. The architecture breaks conventional styles, making it perfect for photography ❸Yucheng Post Station An ancient post station preserved since pre-Qin times, it's truly magnificent and the largest ancient post station in China. Located on South Gate Street, you can visit both together ❹Zhenguo Temple One of my top three temples so far. The Tang dynasty architecture and the Zhenguo Pagoda at the center have a special charm With few visitors, located on an island in the middle of the Grand Canal, staying here brings inner peace ❺Grand Canal West Embankment Sunset Next to Zhenguo Temple Pagoda, you can watch the egg-yolk-like sunset over Lake Gaoyou. Sitting on the long lake embankment watching the sunset feels just like being at the seaside

#Mainland Travel Everyone knows the famous salted duck eggs But no one has come to this city to find out. Gaoyou is not only famous for its salted duck eggs. This whole city is full of historical charm. Let me start a one-day tour in Gaoyou Deeply understand this small city . 🌟One-day tour guide: Flower Sea on the Lake—Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall—Wenyoutai—Nanmen Street—Yuchengyi . 🌟Check-in point: 1️⃣Sea of ​​flowers on the lake: It is hard to imagine that you are sitting on a small train heading for spring. The sea of ​​rapeseed flowers along the way allows you to experience the unique taste of spring. You can also go boating on the lake to feel the sea of ​​flowers and experience a different kind of beauty. 2️⃣Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall: Don’t be fooled by the cold and indifferent architecture - there’s a lot of stuff inside, with smudged ink blobs hidden in the authentic manuscripts and salted duck eggs glistening in the glass cabinets. It’ll make you hungry just by looking at it. 3️⃣Nanmen Street: It was the most prosperous historical and cultural district in Gaoyou during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has a very lively atmosphere. If you like Citywalk, don't miss it. 4️⃣Yucheng Posthouse: Gaoyou's iconic building, built in the eighth year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty, the largest and best-preserved ancient posthouse in the country. The camera position for taking a picture of the Drum Tower at the gate is very classic, and Gaoyou's Internet celebrity wall is also here

🌄 "Two-thirds of the moon's brilliance graces the night, and half of its enchanting allure belongs to Yangzhou." Within Yangzhou lies a picturesque town—Gaoyou, a hidden gem in the water country, exuding unique charm. April in Gaoyou, with its beautiful spring scenery, is the perfect time for a getaway. Here's a 3-day Gaoyou travel guide for you. 📍 Overview: Gaoyou, a town with a rich history and culture, offers not only the mouthwatering cuisine described by the famous writer Wang Zengqi but also poetic natural scenery and well-preserved historical sites. Its tranquility and vibrant atmosphere allow you to slow down and enjoy a leisurely time during your travels. 📅 Itinerary: - Day 1: - Morning: Upon arrival in Gaoyou, head to Mengchengyi. As the largest and best-preserved ancient post station in China, it takes you back in time with the echoes of horse hooves, immersing you in the charm of history. - Noon: Savor Gaoyou's specialty, Pouch Meat, at a nearby restaurant. The meat is firm and the aroma is captivating. - Afternoon: Visit the Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall to learn about the life and works of Mr. Wang Zengqi. The architectural style of the hall is also perfect for taking photos. - Evening: Explore Dongda Street, a bustling area filled with small shops, and experience the local nightlife. - Day 2: - Morning: Visit Gaoyou Lake Flower Sea. April is the season when rapeseed flowers are in full bloom. Thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers stretch along the lakeshore, creating a breathtaking golden spectacle. Take a boat ride through the sea of flowers or capture memories on the wooden boardwalk. - Noon: Enjoy local lake delicacies by the lake, such as steamed Gaoyou Lake hairy crabs, and savor the authentic freshness. - Afternoon: Explore Zhenguo Temple, a temple located on a small island in the canal. With its red walls and black tiles, it's known as the "Giant Wild Goose Pagoda of the South," offering stunning photo opportunities. - Evening: Take a stroll along the canal, admire the night view, and enjoy the gentle breeze. - Day 3: - Morning: Experience Gaoyou's morning tea culture. Order a basket of crab roe soup dumplings and emerald shaomai, paired with a bowl of thick brown rice soup, to start a wonderful day. - Noon: Try Wang Tofu, a Gaoyou specialty. The tofu is smooth, tender, and melts in your mouth. - Afternoon: Buy some souvenirs, such as Qinyou Dongtang or Jieshou Tea Cakes, before heading back. 🍱 Local Cuisine: - Salted Duck Eggs with Double Yolks: Gaoyou's culinary icon. The egg white is like congealed fat, and the yolk is reddish and oily. "As soon as your chopsticks pierce it, the red oil oozes out." It's delicious on its own or with porridge. - Pouch Meat: Minced meat steamed in pouch grass. It releases a captivating aroma when cut open. Huang Siniang's Pouch Meat on Beimen Street is a local favorite. - Gaoyou Lake Hairy Crabs: Although April isn't the prime season for hairy crabs, the lake crabs at this time have a unique flavor. Steamed and dipped in ginger vinegar, they are sweet and delicious. - Crab Roe Soup Dumplings: Thin-skinned dumplings filled with generous portions of crab roe. Take a bite, and the delicious soup bursts in your mouth, bringing pure joy. - Qinyou Dongtang: A crispy candy with a 300-year history. The aroma of sesame seeds blends with the sweetness of malt sugar, creating a crispy texture that is sweet but not greasy. 🏠 Accommodation: - Gaoyou Yidu Cultural and Sports Park Hotel: Built to five-star standards, it offers a beautiful environment, spacious and comfortable rooms, and complete facilities. - Yangzhou Zhuhu Town Resort: With fresh air and lakeside views, it's perfect for relaxing in the sun and ideal for family trips. - City Comfort Inn (Gaoyou Shangcheng International): Close to Bishui Yuntian and Gaoyou Wuyue Plaza, it offers convenient transportation and shopping at a great value. 📌 Travel Tips: - The temperature in Gaoyou gradually rises in April, but there's a significant temperature difference between day and night, so remember to bring a light jacket. - When visiting the Lake Flower Sea, take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures. Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes as some boardwalks may be slippery. - There are more tourists on weekends, so try to travel during off-peak times. - Book your tickets online in advance to avoid delays. 💕 Gaoyou's beauty is simple yet touching. Its cuisine, scenery, and culture are unforgettable. A 3-day trip may be short, but the memories you create in this small town will last a lifetime. I hope you have a pleasant journey in Gaoyou and create your own unique experience.

# 🌿 Gaoyou: Two Days and One Night｜Grand Canal + Lakeside Flower Sea + Literary Memories, Two Days of Poetic Small-Town Charm ✨ Escape the crowds and unlock diverse scenery in two days with this culturally rich, slow-travel itinerary. 🍃 Day 1: Old Town Memories: The Romance of the Grand Canal and Flower Sea Morning: Ancient Post Station and Bustling City Life 08:30 Mengcheng Post Station & South Main Street Push open the wooden door of Mengcheng Post Station and capture the story told by the dappled light and shadow on the gray brick walls📸! The old teahouse on South Main Street is filled with the fragrance of jasmine tea. Grab a piece of Qinyu Dongtang (sesame candy, rich and sweet but not overpowering). Noon: Traditional Flavors in the Alleys 🍜 Lunch Recommendation Turn into Qinyu Old Restaurant and order these must-try dishes: ✔️ Plain Noodles (light broth with fragrant lard, perfect for a comforting meal) ✔️ Salted Goose (firm and slightly sweet meat, dipped in vinegar for an amazing flavor) Afternoon: A Slow Stroll Along the Grand Canal and a Leisurely Walk in the Flower Sea 14:00 Grand Canal Bridge No. 2 Avoid the crowds and head to Grand Canal Bridge No. 2 for some industrial-style photos! The rusty bridge, cargo ships, and reed beds create a perfect backdrop for artistic shots. 16:00 Lakeside Flower Sea See the canola flowers in spring and the pink muhly grass in autumn! Relax on the wooden boardwalk by the flower fields, with the shimmering Gaoyou Lake in the distance. Capture stunning, painting-like photos with your phone🎨. Evening: Sunset Escape Plan by the Grand Canal 17:30 Grand Canal Embankment Viewing Platform As the setting sun paints the Grand Canal in amber hues, cargo ships glide by slowly. Capture the magical atmosphere with silhouette photos on your phone📸. Night: Stay in the Heart of the Old Town 🏡 Accommodation Recommendation Choose Yinlu Guesthouse on South Main Street (bookable on Trip.com). Open the window to see old gray brick walls, fall asleep to the sound of crickets, and wake up to the cooing of pigeons. 🍃 Day 2: Literary Journey: A Dialogue Between the Lake and the Former Residence Morning: Memories of Everyday Life at Wang Zengqi's Former Residence 08:30 Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall & Former Residence Walk through the gray brick alleys to visit the former residence of the "Master of Mundane Delights." The residence displays manuscripts and old belongings, and the small vegetable garden in the courtyard exudes a sense of everyday life, as if you can hear his descriptions of "salty duck eggs oozing oil." Noon: Lakeside Delicacies 🍴 Lunch Recommendation Visit Lakeside Farmhouse Restaurant to savor: ✔️ Steamed Eggs with Silverfish (smooth, fresh, and melts in your mouth) ✔️ Braised Pork with Water Chestnuts (an autumnal specialty! Soft and tender pork with sweet and glutinous water chestnuts) Afternoon: Zhuhu Town & Wenyou Tower 14:00 Zhuhu Town Wander into a hidden water town! White-walled and black-tiled alleys intersect, where you might encounter an old man drying fishing nets. Even the cracks in the stone slabs exude a sense of leisure. 16:00 Wenyou Tower Climb the tower for a panoramic view of the old town. Ancient ginkgo trees and stone inscriptions create a serene atmosphere in the courtyard. Take photos with the Ming Dynasty stone bases in the corner and pretend you're in a historical drama. Evening: Depart with a Sense of Relaxation 17:30 Return from Gaoyou Lake On the way back, observe the shimmering lake and the flying birds, leaving your worries behind in the ripples🛶. 💡 Tips to Avoid Disappointment ❶ Time Magic: Visit Wang Zengqi's Former Residence in the morning for fewer crowds, and Wenyou Tower in the afternoon for soft lighting, perfect for photos! ❷ Transportation: Use a combination of shared e-bikes and taxis within the city. Driving is recommended for more flexibility when visiting Zhuhu Town. ❸ Outfit Inspiration: Wear a plain long dress to Wang Zengqi's Former Residence, and a casual denim jacket in Zhuhu Town. ❹ Seasonal Highlights: Visit Zhuhu Town from September to November for golden reed beds; the Lakeside Flower Sea is most stunning in spring and autumn. 📌 Double the Charm in Two Days Old town charm, lakeside flower sea, literary residences, hidden water towns… Gaoyou's beauty lies in every unhurried detail 🌾

Visit Yangzhou in the Blooming Spring Follow me to see the flowers in Yangzhou from April to June! 🌷🌸🍀🌹🍃🌼💐🌻🌿 🔸Early April: Orychophragmus violaceus Slender West Lake, Songjia City Ruins Park, Jiangdu Zizai Park 🔸Early April: Chinese flowering crabapple Heyuan Garden, Geyuan Garden, Daming Temple, Songjia City Ruins Park, Jiangdu Ecological Park 🔸Early April to Mid-April: Wisteria Slender West Lake, Shi Kefa Memorial Hall, Yangzhou Talent Park, Yangzhou Sports Park, Heyuan Garden 🔸Early April to Mid-April: Peach Blossom Slender West Lake Changti Chunliu, Slender West Lake Peach Blossom Dock, Songjia City Ruins Park, Hanlingyuan Garden 🔸Early April to Mid-April: Pear Blossom Songjia City Ruins Park, Tangliwan, Southern Sports Park 🔸April: Peony Heyuan Garden, Shi Kefa Memorial Hall, Slender West Lake 🔸April: Camellia Heyuan Garden, Slender West Lake 🔸Early April to May: Tulip Slender West Lake Wanhuayuan, Luocheng Garden, Xuyuan Garden 🔸Early April to Early May: Chinese snowball viburnum Heyuan Garden, Entrance of Yangzhou No.1 Middle School, Under Wutaishan Bridge, Lotus Pond Park, Slender West Lake Wanhuayuan, Songjia City Ruins Park, Jiangwang 🔸April to May: Telosma cordata Renfengli, Jinwandao Road of 1912 Town, Heyuan Garden, Civic Center, Puhading Garden 🔸Mid-April to Mid-May: Qionghua Slender West Lake, Entrance of Yangzhou No.1 Middle School, Qionghua Temple, Daming Temple, Wang's Little Garden 🔸Late April to May: Rose Dongquanmen, Ankang Road Junhe Tiancheng, Pishi Street, Sansheng Hilton Alley, Opposite Yangzhou TV Station 🔸April to May: Rapeseed Flower Ecological Science and Technology New City, Phoenix Island parking lot, Gaoyou Lake Flower Sea 🔸May to June: Evening Primrose Civic Center, Huihe Digital Innovation Jiangsu Cultural and Creative Co., Ltd., Grand Canal Ecological and Cultural Park (Opposite Yangzhou People's Congress Park) 🔸June: Lotus Beihu Wetland Park, Lotus Pond Park, North Gate of Slender West Lake, Liaojiagou Urban Central Park, Puhading Garden, Puyuan Garden, Canal Sanwan, Party Building Theme Park, Mingyue Lake, Qilihe Park 🔸May to July: Chinese Trumpet Creeper Dongquanmen, Dongguan Street, Daming Temple, Heyuan Garden, Slender West Lake Xiaojinshan, Songjia City Ruins Park

Hello treasures, the Qingming holiday is over, and today I am excited to recommend a great destination around Nanjing for tourism—Gaoyou!!! Let's talk about the three essentials of travel—great guide! good friends! and a great place! Thanks to the most reliable Mr. Qiu and his good friend for taking me and my best sister Suanrong to have fun , this has been the best travel experience I've had since 2024. Gaoyou is really a nice place, with flower seas and lakes, very suitable for spring outings and photography, and you can basically check in at all the attractions in one day, offering great value for money 1️⃣ Fuchun Tea House As everyone knows, Yangzhou's morning tea is famous, and you can have a lovely morning tea at Fuchun. We ordered San Ding Bao, crab meat steamed dumplings, Da Zhu Gan Si, silverfish stewed egg, and Yangchun noodles, and we all agreed they were super delicious. According to the locals, this particular taste of Yangchun noodles can only be found in Gaoyou, so don't miss it if you pass by. 2️⃣ Gaoyou Lake Flower Sea The entrance fee to the park is 50r/person, and if you don't want to walk, you can take a small train (20r/person) to the tulip fields, and return by boat (20r/person). Sunshine, blue sky, and a sea of flowers are the best filters, wearing a little dress and sunglasses really makes for great photos. 3️⃣ Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall When I was in school, I read Wang Zengqi's essays every day, and my high school roommate even bought a collection of his essays to memorize for the college entrance exam composition. It's a must to visit the hometown of Mr. Wang to feel the atmosphere of humanities and arts, to receive the baptism of knowledge, and to soothe the restless soul. Additionally, there are many authentic local snacks near the Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall, with many people queuing up to buy Pubao meat and fried stinky tofu. A friend bought some Pubao meat for us to try, with shredded white radish wrapped around big meatballs, a delight for meat lovers , and there's also a street of local vegetable restaurants nearby, bringing a strong sense of the world's hustle and bustle, who understands, I really like the slow pace of life in small towns. 4️⃣ Grand Canal of China · Gaoyou Ming and Qing Dynasties Canal Old Path Locals simply call it 'Er Qiao', a friend said it's a favorite spot for cool kids and couples, and it's a surprise once you visit. If I were a local, I would come here every day. Why didn't anyone tell me that the canal looks as big as the sea? People from Jiangsu have their own 'inner sea', satisfying my wish to see the seaside sunset this year. A local friend said we were super lucky to have encountered the rare sunset glow, please see the beautiful photos! I was also deeply impressed by a couple I met, watching them embrace tightly under the beautiful sunset, unabashed by the gaze of others, once again moved to tears.

Flower Season Reverse Tour of Gaoyou  Yangzhou This city is suitable for weekend trips from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai Perfect for a stroll alone or with family and friends🚶‍♀️ Very cozy and comfortable, with a leisurely pace... 🌸Sharing a one-day tour strategy: Gaoyou  Lake Flower Sea ➟ Qingshuitan Tourist Resort ➟ Gaoyou Lakeside  Canal West Dike ➊Gaoyou  Lake Flower Sea Everyone says that in the fireworks of March, one must visit Yangzhou But I must say, spring in Gaoyou is really too beautiful! Boating🛶 on the lake to feel the sea of flowers You can also take a little train🚂 The rapeseed flower sea is really vast Now it's the best viewing period! ➋Qingshuitan Tourist Resort A real-life version of the Emerald City! Walking on the forest boardwalk above water🌳 is so photogenic There's also a sea of flowers on the lake🌸 Dinosaur Park🦕 Children's playground🎠 Camping and barbecue area🏕 Perfect for a family outing with kids~ ➌Gaoyou Lakeside  Canal West Dike On the West Dike, you can watch the 'salted egg yolk' sunset and sailboats⛵ Great for taking photos There's also a large grassy area for camping and picnics🏕 . ✅Other recommended attractions in Gaoyou: Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall, Zhu Lake Xiao Zhun, Nanmen Street, Mengcheng Post, Zhenguo Temple... .