[2025 Yangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Wuting Bridge (Updated May)

Yangzhou is a poetic ancient city in southern China. Here's how to arrange your two-day visit: Day One: In the morning, visit Slender West Lake, entering from the south gate and strolling along the willow-lined embankment to admire the reflections of Five Pavilion Bridge and White Pagoda. The lake boat tour is worth experiencing to feel the charm of "flowers and willows on both banks depending entirely on water." At noon, enjoy authentic Yangzhou breakfast tea at Quiyuan Teahouse inside the scenic area. Recommended dishes include crab roe soup dumplings, scalded shredded tofu, and jade shumai. In the afternoon, visit Ge Garden, one of China's four famous gardens, known for its bamboo and rock arrangements and ingeniously designed four-season rockeries. Then walk to Dongguan Street, a historic street preserving many Ming and Qing dynasty buildings where you can buy local specialties like Xie Fuchun perfume powder and Sanhe Simei pickles. In the early evening, dine at the Chu Cha Dan Fan restaurant on Dongguan Street, trying Yangzhou fried rice and lion's head meatballs. Day Two: In the morning, head to Fuchun Teahouse for breakfast tea. Must-order items include Three Treasures dumplings, thousand-layer oil cake, and Kuilong Pearl tea. After breakfast, tour He Garden to appreciate its Chinese-Western fusion architecture and ingenious corridor designs. For lunch, dine at Shiweitian Restaurant nearby, where the braised dried tofu strips and Wensi tofu are recommended. In the afternoon, visit Daming Temple and climb Qiling Pagoda for a panoramic view of Yangzhou. If time permits, visit the Double Museum to learn about Yangzhou's history, culture, and woodblock printing techniques. Accommodation recommendations: For budget options, try Orange Hotel near Dongguan Street; for mid to high-end, consider Yingbin Hotel by Slender West Lake. Transportation tips: Yangzhou attractions are concentrated, so taxi fares are reasonable. You can also take tourist bus lines. Shared electric bikes are a convenient choice for exploring the old town. Food tips: Yangzhou goose is worth trying, recommended at the goose stall on Wangyue Road. In the evening, you can enjoy barbecue on Guoqing Road and experience Yangzhou's nightlife.

#springitinerary I went to Yangzhou with my mom during the Dragon Boat Festival, and it was such a delightful trip! It’s the perfect destination for anyone looking to unwind and take a break from work. Here’s the itinerary, make sure to like, save, and follow for more tips! 😊 Day 1: Exploring Yangzhou's Parks & Streets Itinerary: He Yuan (He Garden) Erfen Mingyue Tower Pishi Street Ge Yuan (Ge Garden) Dongguan Street Caiyi Street Siwang Pavilion Wenchang Pavilion Tips: He Yuan and Ge Yuan have different styles, so if you're tight on time or not very interested in gardens, you can visit just one. I highly recommend only visiting one if it’s crowded because the parks get really full, making it difficult to take good photos. Caiyi Street is lined with food stalls, but the environment is a bit less charming, and I personally found it just okay. Siwang Pavilion and Wenchang Pavilion are popular for social media photos, but if you're not too obsessed with getting the perfect shot, you can skip them as they’re a bit of a walk from Dongguan Street. Day 2: Nature and Scenic Beauty Luyang Lake Wetland Park For photography lovers, this park is a must-visit! It’s a bit far from the city, so it’s best to drive there. Check out my previous video notes for more detailed tips. Slender West Lake Itinerary Tips: If you want to avoid retracing your steps: Enter via the East Gate, visit Shibi Liuchong, Zanhuating, Ershisiqiao, Xichuntai, He Dao South Side, Baita, Wuting Bridge, cross to the opposite side, and visit Xiaojinshan, Diaoyu Tai, Xu Yuan, and exit through the South Gate. Our actual plan: The park is huge with four entrances. The North Gate has fewer attractions, while the South Gate has all the classic spots. Since it was summer, and we didn’t want to walk too much, especially with my mom, we mostly used the car and boat to explore the area. We took an electric car at the East Gate (40 RMB per person) to tour the classic spots in the south in about 20 minutes, with an electronic guide. The last stop was Wuting Bridge. After getting off, we took an electric boat (200 RMB for an hour, max 5 people). The boat was super easy to use and gave us a better view of the scenic spots! It’s definitely more cost-effective than using hand-rowed boats or larger ones. The boat ride was so relaxing! Slender West Lake Hot Springs We used the hot spring tickets that came with our room at Songcheng Resort Hotel. After walking around for half the day, it was the perfect way to relax. It was a great addition to the trip! #thingstodo

The most beautiful scenery is meeting you here, the most beautiful Yangzhou, Yangzhou's spring is not late ☘️ 🚗 Transportation 1️⃣ City transportation: The attractions are dense, and taking a taxi is more time-saving (starting price ¥10). Shared electric bikes are also very convenient! 2️⃣ High-speed train station: Yangzhou East Station is close to the city center, a 20-minute taxi ride; Yangzhou Station is a bit far, but there are direct buses to the scenic spot. 3️⃣ Self-driving tips: It is difficult to park on Sakura Avenue and Dongguan Street, so it is recommended to take a taxi or bus. 📍 Route Overview Day 1⃣️: Grand Canal Museum of China → Xie Shang Huang (Caiyi Street Branch) → Slender West Lake → Ancient Grand Canal Day 2⃣️: Geyuan Garden → Jianzhen Sakura Avenue → Return trip 🗓 Detailed Itinerary Day 1: ⏰ 9:00-12:00 Grand Canal Museum of China Free but requires advance booking! The new exhibition "Three-Year Collection Achievement Exhibition" in the museum is a must-see. 314 national treasures are unveiled for the first time, including the Qianlong Cloisonné Enamel Sheep Zun and the Tang Dynasty Stone Boundary Tablet, which are amazing. ⏰ 12:20-14:00 Lunch: Xie Shang Huang (Caiyi Street Branch) 🚗 Transportation: 15 minutes by taxi (about ¥20), a must-see delicacy next to Slender West Lake. Must-order: Crab roe noodles! Crab roe buns! Secret Huadiao Drunken Crab! Taro Paste with Cheese! Matcha Mochi Ice! 🦀 The taste is super delicious! 📸 The photos are amazing! ⏰ 14:00-17:00 Slender West Lake How to play: It is recommended to enter from the South Gate → Five Pavilion Bridge → White Pagoda → Twenty-Four Bridges. Cherry blossoms and Qionghua flowers bloom in April. Wearing Hanfu to visit the park will produce amazing photos! ⏰ 19:00-20:30 Night tour of the Ancient Grand Canal Experience: The cruise ship's lights on both sides tell the story of the rise and fall of salt merchants. Enjoy the evening breeze and listen to the explanation to feel the romance of the millennium-old canal. Day 2: ⏰ 8:30-10:30 Geyuan Garden One of the four famous gardens in Jiangnan! The four seasons rockery is the essence, with spring mountain bamboo shadows, summer mountain lake stones, autumn mountain yellow leaves, and winter mountain snow scenes, one garden hides four seasons. ⏰ 11:00-13:00 Dongguan Street A 10-minute walk directly from the South Gate of Geyuan Garden. Feel the atmosphere of everyday life! ⏰ 14:00-16:00 Jianzhen Sakura Avenue Flowering period: late March to early April, free! Thousands of cherry blossoms are like a pink sea of clouds. Wearing a light-colored dress to take pictures is absolutely beautiful! 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations High-end: Slender West Lake Hot Spring Resort Cost-effective: Songcheng Resort Hotel, etc.

Yangzhou, Jiangsu Fireworks in March in Yangzhou, March refers to the third month of the lunar calendar. Fireworks refer to peach blossoms and willow catkins, which are the peach blossoms and green willows in the eyes of the poet. Yangzhou is a harmonious, ecological and livable city. The saying "skin wrapped in water in the morning and water wrapped in skin in the evening" refers to Yangzhou's morning tea culture and bathing culture. Among them, Quyuan Tea House (Changchun Road Branch) is the ceiling of Yangzhou morning tea. Thousand-layer oil cake, crab roe soup dumplings, crescent-shaped steamed dumplings, and a serving of blanched dried bean curd. Because these have meat fillings, it would be a bit greasy if you eat too much, so you will have another cup of tea. The belly is wrapped in water, which is called skin wrapped in water in the morning, and water wrapped in skin in the evening refers to foot massage and bathing. Slender West Lake is a national 5A-level scenic spot, covering an area of ​​more than 3,000 acres, with more than 1,500 acres of waterways and a total length of 10 miles. The boat sails on the water and people swim in the painting. Slender West Lake is a water garden, very suitable for boat tours. There are ducks and swans inside, but no mandarin ducks. It is famous for its smallness, exquisiteness and beauty, with a magnificent view at every step. The earliest record of Slender West Lake appeared in the Book of Song during the Northern and Southern Dynasties, which has a history of more than 1,500 years. It was not formed in one era. Instead, it gradually developed as successive dynasties continued to dredge the county and govern it, and gardens were built on both sides of the river. It was once a moat, also known as Baozhuang River and Paoshan River. The name was changed to Slender West Lake because of a poem by Wang Hang (hang fourth tone) a poet from Qiantang, Zhejiang Province in the Qing Dynasty: [Monkey][Monkey] Weeping willows continue to connect with the withered weeds, and the wild geese-toothed rainbow bridge looks like a picture. It is also the same as the other lakes, so it should be called Slender West Lake. Since ancient times, Yangzhou, like Hangzhou, has been a consumer city. No matter how much gold, silver and jewelry are brought in, they will all be melted and consumed. Hence the saying "With a fortune of one hundred thousand taels, he rides a crane to Yangzhou." [Doge][Doge]In ancient times, women were fat and thin, but nowadays thinness is considered beautiful. It is true that the West Lake is more beautiful when you are thin, and there are countless beautiful sights in the world. Taohuawu: Peach trees and willows are arranged in rows, with a peach tree every three steps and a willow tree every five steps. Peach trees, white flowers, redbud flowers, peach blossoms, tulips, crabapples, and cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Peach: tricolor flower, also grafted Viburnum: the white flower of Yangzhou Bauhinia: Hong Kong's City Flower The filming location of A Dream of Red Mansions, "You bury flowers today and people laugh at you for being foolish, but who will bury you next year?" - Song of Burying Flowers Spring Willows on the Long Dike: Willow is the city tree of Yangzhou. It sways gracefully in the breeze. The golden willows by the river are like brides in the sunset, and their beautiful shadows in the waves ripple in my heart. Chunbo Bridge: the filming location of Qiong Yao's TV series "Green Grass by the River" Xu Garden: A memorial hall for Xu Baoshan, the commander of the Second Army of the Xinhai Revolution. Xu Baoshan was from Dantu, Zhenjiang. In his early years, he sold illegal salt in the Jianghuai area. Later, he followed Dr. Sun Yat-sen in the Xinhai Revolution and then defected to Yuan Shikai. He benefited the people during his lifetime and died in 1913. The people raised funds for two years and built Xu Garden in 1915 to commemorate him. Although Xu Baoshan was a warrior, he liked to collect antiques and paintings. He was eventually assassinated by a vase bomb dropped by Chen Qimei, the governor of Shanghai. The two characters "Xu Yuan" have very different fonts. "Xu" is regular script while "Yuan" is cursive script. The character "Yuan" is like a tiger in a cage, implying that no matter how ferocious Xu Baoshan was, he was just a tiger in a cage. Xiaohongqiao: a touch of red amidst the greenery Xiaojin Mountain: The highest mountain in Yangzhou is only 28 meters high. It doesn’t matter how high a mountain is, as long as it has layers. The areas around Jiangsu and Zhejiang are basically gardens with no mountains. Xiaojin Mountain was artificially built using mud and rocks dug from the river. The monks from Yangzhou played chess and made a bet with the monks from Zhenjiang. Hangzhou has West Lake, Yangzhou has Slender West Lake; Zhenjiang has Jinshan, Yangzhou has Xiaojinshan Diaoyutai: When Emperor Qianlong arrived at Yangzhou's Slender West Lake and saw fish jumping out of the water, he decided to go fishing, which made the officials accompanying him very anxious. The emperor has his own rules for fishing: the fishing rod cannot be too small, he cannot catch small fish, and he cannot wait too long. So they sent sailors who were good at swimming to lurk at the bottom of the river, using lotus leaves to cover their heads and lotus stems to breathe. When the emperor cast his fishing hook, they would hang the red carp (also known as dragon fish) that had been prepared in advance on the hook. The emperor was very puzzled, why was it that every time he caught a dragon fish? The official replied: "How dare a fish approach the emperor? The long live golden hook is only for dragons." The emperor was very pleased and named the cooking platform Diaoyutai. Wuting Bridge: It is also called Lotus Bridge because it is built on the lotus stem. Every step brings a different scene. Every place is like a painting of Fuzhuang. One-third of the world is bright moonlight night, and two-thirds of the scoundrels are in Yangzhou. The most distinctive and artistically representative bridge is the Wuting Bridge. According to legend, the salt merchant bribed the emperor's entourage to draw a blueprint of the White Pagoda, and built a pagoda with salt bags overnight. The next day, fog rose and Qianlong saw a white pagoda in the distance. Later, for fear of being discovered, a fake white pagoda was built in 1784 (the 49th year of Emperor Qianlong's reign in the Qing Dynasty). The Yangzhou salt merchants were very wealthy, but they were not from Yangzhou. Most of them were from Anhui. Twenty-four Bridges at Slender West Lake: Du Mu's "Twenty-four Bridges on a Moonlit Night, Where Does the Jade Beauty Teach the Flute?" The Twenty-Four Bridges are like a curved bow, and the tower of Lingqi Temple is like a sword. The method of borrowing scenery from gardens is used to place the tower somewhere else (Lingqi Temple) in the area of ​​Slender West Lake. The Twenty-Four Bridges got its name because it has 24 steps and 24 railings on each side. In order to curry favor with Emperor Qianlong, the salt merchants of Yangzhou arranged beautiful women holding a musical instrument on each bridge. When Emperor Qianlong came to Yangzhou along the Grand Canal, he could hear the sound of the instruments played by the girls when he crossed the bridge by boat. One saying is that 24 is a general term, referring to the fact that Yangzhou has abundant water, many boats and many bridges. Another saying is that Emperor Yang of Sui gathered 24 beautiful ladies to play musical instruments and sing on the bridge.

| Visit Yangzhou in Spring. Right after the Qingming Festival, the willow catkins in Yangzhou dance with the wind. Taking a taxi from the high-speed rail station straight to Slender West Lake, I pass by the city emblem of "China's No.1 Canal City." This city, immortalized in Li Bai's poetry, welcomes me with its full spring splendor. Transportation Tips The best choice is Yangzhou Station for high-speed rail, then a 15-minute taxi ride to Slender West Lake. Walking is recommended inside the scenic area. Enter from the north gate and exit from the south gate, connecting Daming Temple and Dongguan Street, allowing 4 hours for the entire route. Ticket Reservation Slender West Lake costs 100 yuan during peak season (March-October). It's recommended to purchase a combo ticket (Slender West Lake + Daming Temple + Ge Garden) on Trip.com in advance to save 30 yuan. Night tour tickets include a light show but are more crowded. Morning visits are recommended. Photography Spots 1. Five Pavilion Bridge: Use a telephoto lens to compress space and frame the white pagoda with the reflection of the Five Pavilion Bridge 2. Fishing Platform: The round doorway creates a natural frame for photographing three bridges at once 3. Twenty-four Bridge: Shoot against the backlight in the evening, with bridge railings and willow branches creating a poetic scene 4. Cherry Blossom Avenue: In April, cherry blossoms bloom like clouds, perfect for Hanfu photography Food Map 1. Quyuan Teahouse: Book 1 week in advance; must-try jade shrimp dumplings and Wensi tofu 2. Jiangjiaqiao Dumpling Noodle Restaurant: About 20 yuan per person, the combination of shrimp roe dumpling noodles and pot stickers will awaken your taste buds 3. Dongguan Street: Rice ball desserts and osmanthus wine rice, enjoy street food while walking 4. Lion Pavilion: The crab roe lion's head meatballs melt in your mouth, the pinnacle of Huaiyang cuisine Accommodation Recommendations 1. Yangzhou Guest House: A garden hotel by Slender West Lake with views of the Five Pavilion Bridge from your window 2. Hidden Retreat at Slender West Lake: New Chinese-style courtyard with hot springs and lake views 3. Blossom Hill: Republic-era style, great value for money Tips to Avoid Pitfalls 1. Morning tea queues: Quyuan releases numbers at 6 AM; arriving at 6:30 AM usually gets you in the first dining group 2. Boat options: Electric boats cost 50 yuan per person, while hand-paddled boats at 120 yuan per hour offer a more leisurely experience 3. Hanfu rental: Prices on Dongguan Street are inflated; buying online in advance is recommended 4. Shopping warnings: Be cautious with jade shops; time-honored brands are more reliable As dusk falls, the lights of Slender West Lake gradually illuminate. Standing on Xichun Terrace looking into the distance, the silhouette of the Five Pavilion Bridge shifts in the light and shadow. I suddenly understand why the ancients said, "Yangzhou is suitable for rain and sunshine, for poetry and wine." This city infuses romance into every moment of spring, just waiting for you to slowly discover it.

My mom has limited mobility and can't walk for long periods. So, I researched strategies in advance for our trip to Yangzhou and designed this travel guide featuring in-park transportation, core area visits, and enhanced short-distance transfers to ensure a relaxed and comfortable trip. Mom was very happy with the result. This guide can be used as a reference for those traveling with elderly family members. However, each elderly person's physical condition is different, so it's important to tailor the itinerary to their abilities and avoid pushing them too hard. Overall Trip Principles 1. Full Coverage Transportation: Slender West Lake cruise + sightseeing bus, Ge Garden rickshaw, Grand Canal Museum wheelchair rental. 2. Core Area Selection: Visit only the iconic areas of the attractions, avoiding secondary attractions that require climbing slopes or long walks. 3. Seamless Short-distance Connections: Take taxis between attractions to the nearest entrance to reduce walking distance; choose dining options within the scenic area or near the hotel. Day 1: Slender West Lake Highlights + Immersive Experience at the Grand Canal Museum Morning: Slender West Lake Cruise + Sightseeing Bus Combo Tour. Slender West Lake opens at 6am. Be sure to go early to avoid tour groups. It's best to arrive before 7:30am. Route: Take a painted boat from the South Gate Wharf (Water Tour: Five-Pavilion Bridge → White Pagoda → Twenty-Four Bridge) → Transfer to the sightseeing bus to the Ten Thousand Flower Garden (bus tour of Xu Garden, Small Golden Hill, etc.) Tips: The combined water and land tour requires only about 0.8km of walking, saving 60% of physical exertion compared to walking the entire route. Purchase "cruise + sightseeing bus" combo tickets online in advance to avoid queuing on site. Morning Tea: Qu Yuan Tea House (Slender West Lake Branch) Advantages: Adjacent to the south gate of Slender West Lake, a 2-minute taxi ride away; offers private room reservation service (reservations must be made 1 day in advance by phone) to avoid waiting in line. Recommendations: Pine nut shaomai (soft and chewy), thousand-layer oil cake (low-oil version) Afternoon: Grand Canal Museum (wheelchair accessible tour) Reservations are required 7 days in advance via the mini-program. Route: Rent a wheelchair at the entrance → Take the elevator directly to the 8th Hall on the 3rd floor (Love of the River: Immersive Light and Shadow Show) → 9th Hall (The Forbidden City and the Grand Canal) → 7th Hall (Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition, optional) → Take the elevator to the 3rd Hall on the 1st floor (real-life ancient street) → Take a break at the cafe → 1st Hall (Five Grand Canals) → Exit on the 1st floor Tips: Use a wheelchair throughout (free rental at the entrance), move between exhibition halls via elevators, and limit walking to within the exhibition halls. Dinner: Take a taxi to a Huaiyang restaurant near your accommodation. Recommendations: Wensi Tofu Soup (smooth and warming), Yangzhou Fried Rice (customizable with less oil) Advantages: No need to go out, return to the hotel directly after dinner to rest. Day 2: He Garden Covered Walkway + Ge Garden Rickshaw Tour Morning: He Garden Covered Walkway Core Tour, arrive early to avoid crowds. Route: East Gate → Peony Hall → Covered Walkway (upper corridor, panoramic view) → Yuxiu Building (rest area) → Exit through South Gate Tips: Focus on experiencing the 1500m barrier-free covered walkway, avoiding the rock garden area. Use an audio guide (CNY30/each) to reduce time spent reading signs. Midday Break: Chang Le Inn Garden Afternoon Tea This inn has private rooms with garden views, where you can enjoy Biluochun tea + Huaiyang snacks (Emerald Shaomai, Crystal Meat) while admiring the Yangzhou gardens. Walking is limited to 50m within the courtyard. Afternoon: Ge Garden Rickshaw Tour Route: Enter through North Gate → Take a rickshaw (CNY30/rickshaw, including commentary) → Four Seasons Rock Garden Tour → Get off at the Bamboo Forest area and walk 200m → Exit through South Gate Tips: Rickshaws can travel through the main roads within the garden, requiring only short walks at photo spots in the rock garden. Dinner: Dongguan Street A few minutes' walk from Ge Garden is Dongguan Street. There are many snacks and restaurants on Dongguan Street, so you can stroll around and eat whatever you like. After-dinner Yangzhou Foot Massage Yangzhou foot massage is a unique experience, combining foot therapy and massage. After two days of walking, treat yourself and your mom to a Yangzhou foot massage. Day 3: Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts + Ancient Canal Night Cruise Morning: 486 Intangible Cultural Heritage Zone (seated experience) This place mainly offers intangible cultural heritage experiences. 1. Lacquerware Gilding Experience (worktable height suitable for seniors, chairs with backrests provided) 2. Paper-cutting Template Engraving (no standing required, finished products can be directly framed) Tips: All activities are done while seated, walking is limited to about 100m to enter and exit the venue. Lunch: Jiangjiaqiao Dumpling and Noodle Shop (delivery service) Recommendations: Shrimp Roe Noodle Soup (soup and noodles packaged separately), Fried Pork Dumplings (delivered warm) Advantages: Contact the shop for delivery to avoid queuing at the store. Return in the afternoon. If you have time, you can take a night cruise on the ancient canal. Evening: Ancient Canal Painted Boat Night Cruise (direct access from the wharf) Route: Take a taxi to Dongguan Ancient Ferry Wharf → Take an enclosed painted boat (sofa seats inside) → 40-minute cruise, then take a taxi back from the wharf Tips: Choose a wharf with "barrier-free access" to avoid stairs. Tips: Hotel Selection: Choose hotels close to attractions. Some hotels offer electric cart shuttle services to attractions. Contingency Plan: Carry a folding stool. He Garden's Yuxiu Building and Ge Garden's Bamboo Forest area have rest pavilions for seniors. Weather Adaptation: In April and May, it is recommended to bring a light raincoat (more convenient than an umbrella). If you find this helpful, please give it a like, thank you!

🍃 Part 1 Yangzhou: Why Is It Trending? Forget the crowds in Suzhou and Hangzhou! Yangzhou is the real "Jiangnan Paradise"! 🌿 Take a boat tour on Slender West Lake to see black swans playing in the water, and capture photos reminiscent of "Emperor Qianlong's Southern Inspection Tour"! 🚣‍♂️ Travel through thousands of years of history at the Grand Canal Museum, a perfect place for kids to learn while having fun outdoors. It's a parent-child travel dream! --- 🏡 Part 2 Stay in a 1,000-Acre Black Pine Forest Oxygen Bar! I highly recommend the RUNDEFEIER Manor, a Yangzhou hotel I've stayed at. I'd call it the ultimate relaxation destination in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! ✅ A five-star experience worth 90 million: Sleep in a room with a panoramic gym and the same mattresses as the Waldorf Astoria. Perfect for recharging after a long day of exploring! ✅ Endless fun: Pick pre-Qingming tea, catch crayfish, make pine cone crafts… A paradise for families with children! ✅ Wisteria waterfalls in April, a sea of roses in May… Enjoy different scenery every month! 🐾 30% of guests bring their pets. Let your furry friends run free in the black pine forest—they'll have even more fun than you! Only 15 minutes from Yangzhou Station, it's super convenient for visiting Slender West Lake and the Three Bays of the Grand Canal! --- ✨ Part 3 Click Below, the May Day Holiday Countdown Is On! Click below to book a flower sea + pet-friendly package and secure your Yangzhou hotel stay. Don't miss out—you'll have to wait another year! --- 📸 Part 4 Unveiling Hidden Gems in Yangzhou 🔥 Top Tips for Visiting Popular Spots 🌸 Slender West Lake and the Grand Canal: A Poetic Journey Through Yangzhou [Must-See Ink Painting Scenery of Yangzhou] ✅ Slender West Lake ✔️ Spring Exclusive: Thousands of plum blossoms bloom on the lake, and the 15 arches of the Five-Pavilion Bridge reflect the full moon. ✔️ Photography Tips: Enter the park at 6 am for stunning framed shots from the Fishing Terrace. 🎫 Peak season tickets are 100 yuan. Tickets for the evening light show must be purchased separately (new in 2025). ✅ Daming Temple ✔️ Climb the Qiling Pagoda for panoramic views of Slender West Lake and experience the Tang Dynasty Zen atmosphere at the Jianzhen Memorial Hall. ✔️ Peak plum blossom season: Late February to mid-March. Dress in Hanfu for perfect ancient-style photos. ✅ China Grand Canal Museum ✔️ 13 themed halls + 360° panoramic screen for an immersive journey through thousands of years of canal history. ✔️ The Tang-style building complex on the top floor is a prime spot for sunset photography. Allow at least 4 hours for your visit. ❗ Book in advance. Closed on Mondays. 🍜 A Culinary Journey Through Yangzhou ✅ Morning Tea Scene ✔️ For morning tea, visit Yechun Tea House or Fuchun Tea House. 👉 Sip the soup from the crab roe soup dumplings before eating the skin, and pair the three-diced meat buns with Kuilongzhu tea to cut through the richness. ⏰ Start queuing at 6:30 am. Locals prefer takeout for a quick meal. ✅ Huaiyang Cuisine ✔️ Try the Wensi Tofu at Yangzhou State Guesthouse to witness the chef's knife skills, and savor the innovative Yangzhou fried rice at Ziqi Hot Pot. ✔️ Pair "big oil biscuits" with salty soy milk on Pishi Street, and grab some roast goose from the Dongguan Street stall after 3 pm. ⭐️ Travel Checklist 1️⃣ Choose a hotel near Yangzhou's main attractions. 2️⃣ Bring mosquito repellent and wear light-colored clothing for better photos during the Slender West Lake evening tour. 3️⃣ Parking is free in the underground parking lot of the Grand Canal Museum. Use a 3x zoom lens to capture reflections at Chaoyin Bridge. 4️⃣ Expect crowds in March and April. Visit on weekday mornings to avoid peak times. --- 🚀 Part 5 Take Action Book your family- and pet-friendly hotel in Yangzhou and discover a new level of relaxation!

🌼 3.6 million people have visited Slender West Lake in Yangzhou? Locals will tell you the right way to experience it in April. 🎨 Yangzhou's intangible cultural heritage of engraving and trendy lacquer fan DIY is even better than the Forbidden City! --- 🏡 Why did I choose to stay at the Rundefeller Manor Hotel in Yangzhou? ✨ A five-star manor experience worth 90 million, with all-wood furnishings and a panoramic gym, where my child and I can sleep in! 👨👩👧👦 Digging bamboo shoots, making pine cone crafts, and fishing for crayfish—the kids went wild, and mom could finally relax. 🌸 From the wisteria waterfall in April to the sea of roses in May, there's a new surprise every month! 🚗 Only 15 minutes from Yangzhou Station, perfect for families and pets to take a spontaneous trip. 🐾 1,000 acres of black pine forest to roam free, with 30% of guests bringing their pets—your dog will instantly become a social butterfly! 💡Click below to unlock a poetic stay at a Yangzhou hotel. Take your kids to Yangzhou for the weekend! Enjoy flowers, walk your dog, and stay in a manor for a relaxing vacation. --- 🚣 Unconventional things to do in Yangzhou 🔥 First-row alert! [Roaming Yangzhou] 🍜 Full of Huaiyang flavor! ✔ Xiangyuan Tea House: Dried bean curd with diced meat buns—a local favorite. ✔ Night stroll on Dongguan Street: Osmanthus-flavored glutinous rice root with red bean dumplings—experience the canal's night view in a lively atmosphere.🌉 ✔ Must-try specialties: Slender West Lake medicinal snow pastry, Grand Canal jasmine cake, and Pishi Street milk skin yogurt—a taste of Jiangnan! ⭐️Day 1 Itinerary ✔ Hotel → Xiangyuan Tea House (Slender West Lake West Branch) → Walk 50 meters to the west gate of Slender West Lake ✔ Enter through the west gate and exit through the south gate. Get a map at the ticket office and visit the core attractions in 2 hours: Five-Pavilion Bridge, White Pagoda, and Twenty-Four Bridge. ✔ Caiyi Street (brief stroll) → Dongguan Street (food galore! Recommended: Huangqiao sesame cakes and lotus root starch balls) → Return ⭐️Day 2 Itinerary ✔ Xiangyuan Tea House → Grand Canal Museum (book 7 days in advance at 7pm, focus on Halls 2/3/7/8/9) ✔ Hall 2's 3D boat tour is immersive, and don't miss the bean curd and jasmine cake in Hall 3. ✔ He Garden (magnolias and hydrangeas in full bloom) → Pishi Street (cultural and creative products + yogurt shops) → Return by high-speed rail [Must-buy souvenirs] 1️⃣ Slender West Lake medicinal snow pastry: Osmanthus/rose flavors, simple ingredients, fragrant and not too sweet. 2️⃣ Grand Canal Hall 3 preserved fruit: Sweet and sour preserved plums, soft and chewy dried apricots. 3️⃣ Pishi Street golden milk skin yogurt: Rich milk flavor, best served chilled. 🧀 [Milk tea shop reviews] ✔ Jiangnan Little Tea Master: Average. ✔ Kiss Kiss Tea: Refreshing fruit tea! 🍹 ✔ Fun Tea Handmade: Similar to A Ma, the taro series is recommended. [Useful tips] 1️⃣ It is recommended to enter Slender West Lake before 8am to avoid crowds. 2️⃣ The luggage lockers at the Grand Canal Museum are on the basement level. Store your luggage before visiting for a more relaxed experience. 3️⃣ The best time to take photos on Pishi Street is in the afternoon, when the dappled tree shadows create beautiful effects.📸 4️⃣ Wear a light-colored dress to He Garden's corridors to match the ambiance.👒 --- 🙌 Save this guide and take your kids to Yangzhou for the weekend! Have fun with your kids and your dog, and unlock a relaxing vacation.

**Best time to visit:** March in the lunar calendar (around April in the Gregorian calendar), when the Chinese viburnum is in full bloom and the willows are as picturesque as paintings. --- ### **Recommended Highlights** **Day 1: Poetic Slender West Lake and Ancient Temples** - **Slender West Lake** (must-visit) - Stroll across the Wuting Bridge, the Twenty-Four Bridge, and the White Pagoda to experience the poetic beauty of Jiangnan, where "flowers and willows line the banks." - It is recommended to take a boat trip to experience the perspective of Emperor Qianlong's visit to Jiangnan. - **Daming Temple** - Climb the Qiling Pagoda to overlook the panoramic view of Yangzhou and feel the thousand-year history of Jianzhen's eastward journey. - Recommended vegetarian lunch to experience Zen culture. **Day 2: Gardens and Old Streets, Exploring Ancient Charm in the Atmosphere of Daily Life** - **Geyuan Garden** (one of the four famous gardens in China) - See the rockeries of the four seasons and feel the ingenuity of the salt merchant's garden. - **Dongguan Street Historical Block** - Stroll along Pishi Street and Caiyi Street, and check in at the "Yangzhou Three Knives" intangible cultural heritage experience store. - In the evening, take a walk along the ancient Grand Canal and take a night cruise (the light show is super beautiful). - **Food Surprise** - Morning tea recommendation: **Fuchun Teahouse** (crab roe soup dumplings, Kuilongzhu tea). - Dinner recommendation: **Jiangjiaqiao Dumpling and Noodle Restaurant** (shrimp roe dumplings and noodles + pot stickers). **Day 3: Art and Slow Life** - **Heyuan Garden** (No. 1 Garden in the late Qing Dynasty) - The architectural style combines Chinese and Western elements, and the double corridor is perfect for taking pictures. - **Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum** (reservation required in advance) - Immersive experience of the Grand Canal culture, and the roof garden offers a view of the Sanwan scenery. - **Petty Bourgeois Experience** - Experience "Yangzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Back Rubbing" at the back rubbing hall, or check in at **Zhongshuge**, the most beautiful bookstore. --- ### **Must-Eat Food List** - **Three Wonders of Morning Tea**: Sanding Steamed Bun, Emerald Shaomai, Thousand-Layer Oil Cake. - **Huaiyang Famous Dishes**: Lion's Head, Wensi Tofu, Stewed Dried Tofu, Yangzhou Fried Rice. - **Street Snacks**: Huangqiao Sesame Cake, Lotus Root Powder Balls, Salted Goose. - **Old-fashioned Recommendations**: Yechun Teahouse, Gonghechun, Shizilou. --- ### **Transportation Guide** - **External Transportation** - High-speed rail: Yangzhou East Station/Yangzhou Station, Nanjing or Zhenjiang transfer is more convenient. - Airplane: Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport (30 km from the city center), or Nanjing Lukou Airport to take a bus. - **City Transportation** - Shared electric bikes (super convenient for riding in the old city), buses (scan the code to take the bus), taxis (starting price of CNY 10). --- ### **Accommodation Recommendations** - **Wenchang Pavilion Business District**: Convenient transportation, close to Dongguan Street and Geyuan Garden. - High-end: Yingbinguan (adjacent to Slender West Lake, garden-style hotel). - Cost-effective: Changle Inn (ancient house renovation in Dongguan Street). - **Around Slender West Lake**: Quiet and secluded, suitable for vacation.

Who can relate?! My 5-year-old transformed into a literary scholar in March Yangzhou 😭 Reciting ancient poems on a painted boat, riding e-bikes under cherry blossoms, discovering secret sauces at night markets... Here's my tested strategy to avoid crowds 👇 🏯【3-Day Itinerary】 ✅𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟏: Slender West Lake exclusive tour > Quyu Restaurant soup dumplings > Cherry blossom viewing at Jianzheng Avenue > Evening tour at Erfen Mingyue Building ✅𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟐: Treasure hunt at He Garden > Rock maze exploration at Ge Garden > Food adventure at Caiyi Street > Sunset chase at Sanwan Park ✅𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟑: Grand Canal Museum > Learn to make Huoshao at Ganquan Road > Pack 10 boxes of pastries before departure 🌸【3 Must-Visit Spots】 1️⃣ Slender West Lake - Dawn Hunter Rush to Fishing Platform at 6:30! Have the lake to yourself for perfect shots of Five Pavilion Bridge + White Pagoda, let kids play "Flower Poetry Game" in hanfu, collect 5 plum blossoms for a boat song performance 🛶 Last chance to see plum blossoms at Meihua Wu, let kids arrange "Spring" with flower petals - super rewarding! 2️⃣ Jianzheng Avenue - Cherry Blossom Chase by E-bike Rent a family e-bike and head to library's west side! Catch falling cherry blossoms under the tunnel, teach kids to make bookmarks with petals caught in hoodies 🌸 Play "Cherry Blossom 100m Race" along the Ancient Canal, reward with Qingdou's cheese cup at finish line 🍮 3️⃣ Erfen Mingyue Building - Night Mystery Game Wait at Moon Gate at 19:00 for lights! Buy Tuanxi pastries as props, bring flashlights for "Poetry Treasure Hunt" 📜 Find 10 ancient poem fragments hidden in courtyard corners, exchange for limited edition lacquer badge! 🥟【Kid's Food Guide】 ▪️ Quyu Teahouse: Drink crab roe soup dumplings with straws ▪️ Fan Ji Huoshao: Ask for mini versions, let kids wrap fillings ▪️ Shuangdong Restaurant: Learn deboning soft-shell fish, kids can help ▪️ Caiyi Street Bajie Pork Trotters: Ask for "Grandma's Special" sweet-spicy sauce ▪️ Tuanxi: Persimmon Good Fortune Cake for afternoon tea, delicious and photogenic 🎭【Hidden Family Activities】 ➔ Magnolia sketching at He Garden 2nd floor: Staff provides rice paper ➔ Bamboo shadow printing at Ge Garden: Find "four seasons" in rock crevices ➔ Shadow play bridge at Sanwan Park: Create shadow puppet effects with phone ➔ Huoshao DIY on Ganquan Road: Master teaches dough kneading ⚠️【Hard-learned Tips】 ❗️Choose stroller with good climbing ability! Regular wheels won't work on stone paths ❗️Walk He Garden rock maze backwards! Get empty shots for martial arts style photos ❗️Bring hanfu accessories! Rental prices triple near scenic spots ❗️Can't book Grand Canal Museum? Try Tang City Ruins to feed koi instead ❗️Bring wet wipes for night market wonton stalls! Grandma's sauce tends to splash When your child recites "Misty flowers in March in Yangzhou" under cherry blossoms, when they hold up their handmade Huoshao saying "This is Li Bai's favorite" - that's when you know this trip was worth it! Save this guide and unlock spring beauty in Jiangnan with your little ones!

|One-Day Guide to Peach Blossom Viewing at Five Pavilion Bridge, Yangzhou. 🌸Spring Special | One-Day Guide to Peach Blossom Viewing at Five Pavilion Bridge, Yangzhou "Light morning chill beyond the misty willows, spring stirs in the red apricot branches." Spring is the perfect time for travel! Here's a one-day guide to viewing peach blossoms at Five Pavilion Bridge in Yangzhou. Save it and start your journey~ 🌸Best Viewing Period Late March to mid-April, when the peach blossoms are in full bloom - breathtakingly beautiful! 📍Suggested Route • Morning: Arrive at Slender West Lake (enter from South Gate) → Long Dyke Spring Willows (peach trees every three steps, willows every five steps, flowers all along the way) → Xu Garden (experience classical garden charm, you might catch a glimpse of the unique scenery at the former site of Taohuawu) → Little Golden Mountain (enjoy stunning panoramic views of peach blossoms intertwined with lake scenery) • Noon: Try Yangzhou specialties at restaurants within Slender West Lake, such as Yangzhou fried rice and dried bean curd strips • Afternoon: Five Pavilion Bridge (Here's the highlight! View peach blossoms from the bridge, creating perfect harmony with the five pavilions. Find great photo spots with peach blossoms nearby - guaranteed amazing shots. Recommended: east side of the bridge has better lighting to capture the delicate pink blossoms) → Fishing Platform (enjoy unique garden landscapes and distant peach blossoms adding color to the scene) → If energy permits, visit Twenty-four Bridge for a different spring atmosphere. 🚗Transportation Guide • For out-of-town visitors: ◦ High-speed rail: Arrive at Yangzhou East Station, then take a taxi to Slender West Lake (20-30 minutes, around CNY 30); alternatively, take Tourist Bus Route 3 - takes longer but offers scenic views along the way, CNY 2. ◦ By air: Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport is quite far from downtown. Take the airport shuttle to the city center and transfer, or take a taxi directly (around CNY 100). • Local transportation: ◦ Bus: Multiple bus routes available to Slender West Lake, check routes in advance for convenient eco-friendly travel. ◦ Taxi: Readily available within the city, but expect traffic during holidays - plan accordingly. 👗Outfit Suggestions Wear light-colored Hanfu or fresh-style dresses that complement the pink peach blossoms perfectly for photos! Add small accessories to enhance the atmosphere. 💡Helpful Tips • Buy Slender West Lake tickets in advance to avoid queuing. • Bring a power bank - you'll need plenty of battery for all the beautiful photos. • Be mindful in crowded areas, keep your belongings safe, and please don't pick or damage the flowers. Come and enjoy a date with the peach blossoms while spring is in full bloom!

Last-Minute Qingming Trips! Short Trip Guide to Four Cities: Unlocking Spring Outings and Flower Viewing 🌸 The Qingming holiday is just around the corner, and three days is the perfect time for a short trip! Whether you're looking for hidden mountain and water paradises, ancient spring scenery, or immersive cultural experiences, these four cities can fulfill all your springtime expectations. No need for complicated guides—set off now! --- **1. Jinan: Spring in the City of Springs and Poetic Rambles** **Keywords:** Gurgling Springs, Flower Viewing at Chao Ran Lou, Cultural Vibe **Why visit:** Ranked among the top three most popular weekend getaways in China, Jinan in spring offers a blend of springs and flowers, combining urban convenience with natural wildness. **Must-sees:** - **Daming Lake - Chao Ran Lou:** Climb the tower for a panoramic view of the shimmering lake, with weeping willows along the shore and cherry blossoms and crabapples in full bloom. Every shot is a classic ancient-style scene. - **Jiu Ru Mountain Scenic Area:** Waterfalls and mountains complement each other. Hike the wooden boardwalk to breathe in the fresh air, and experience handmade DIY activities to feel the healing power of the mountains. - **Qushuiting Street:** Experience the authentic vibe of old Jinan, with spring water flowing beside the bluestone paths. Enjoy a bowl of spring tea and savor authentic Bazirou (braised pork). **Travel Tips:** High-speed trains go directly to Jinan West Station. Most of the city's attractions are concentrated in the Lixia District, easily connected by bus or shared bicycle. --- **2. Yangzhou: Down to Jiangnan in March** **Keywords:** Slender West Lake Boating, Elegant Gardens, Huaiyang Cuisine **Why visit:** Li Bai's "March" is now, and Yangzhou is awash with peach blossoms and green willows, like a traditional ink painting. **Highlights:** - **Slender West Lake:** Take a boat trip on the lake and watch the Five Pavilion Bridge reflected in the clear water. The weeping willows on the long dike sway gently in the breeze, and you might even encounter the limited-time romance of blooming Qionghua. - **Ge Garden/He Garden:** Two of China's four famous gardens are here. Experience the exquisite aesthetics of Ming and Qing dynasty gardens among the rockeries and bamboo paths. - **Dongguan Street Night Tour:** Taste crab roe soup dumplings and dried shredded tofu, browse intangible cultural heritage craft shops, and touch the pulse of the ancient city in the dim light. **Must-Eat Food:** The morning tea experience is a must! Try the jade siu mai and Sanding bao from Fuchun Teahouse, and the shrimp roe wonton noodles from Gonghechun to awaken your spring taste buds. --- **3. Guilin: Li River Scenery and Karst Wonders** **Keywords:** Bamboo Raft, Peak Reflections, Pastoral Idyll **Why visit:** Qingming is the peak water season for the Li River, with picturesque scenery and pleasant temperatures. A short trip is enough to immerse yourself in the "best in the world" wonderland. **Highlights:** - **Li River Bamboo Raft (Xingping-Jiuma Section):** Check out the scenery on the back of the CNY 20 note, watch fishermen with cormorants and the reflections of green peaks, and feel the leisure of "boating on the green waves". - **Yulong River Cycling:** Cycle along the riverside path through rice paddies and karst peaks, encounter rapeseed flower fields, and discover pastoral poetry. - **Elephant Trunk Hill Night Tour:** The illuminated Elephant Trunk Hill is even more magical. Nearby Zhengyang Pedestrian Street is a great place to slurp a bowl of authentic Guilin rice noodles. **Short Trip Tips:** High-speed trains from Chongqing, Guangzhou, and other places go directly to Guilin. Three days is enough to explore the highlights of the city and Yangshuo. For those on a budget, choose a "hotel + attraction" package. --- **4. Enshi: Secret Canyon and Tujia Customs** **Keywords:** Geological Wonders, Niche Seclusion, Ethnic Customs **Why visit:** A "fairyland on earth" that is a 3-hour high-speed train ride from Chongqing. With fewer crowds and beautiful scenery, it is suitable for travelers seeking natural wildness. **Don't miss:** - **Enshi Grand Canyon:** Hike the Yunlong Ground Crevice, "the most beautiful scar on Earth", look up at the "A Pillar of Incense" stone pillar piercing the sky, and be surrounded by clouds and mist like a fairyland. - **Pingshan Canyon:** Take a suspended boat through the "China Seapan", with clear turquoise water like jade and steep cliffs. The photo opportunities are endless. - **Tusi City:** Explore the Tujia culture, see the stilted buildings of the Jiujintang, participate in the Baishou Dance, and experience the boldness of "smashing bowl wine". **Recommended food:** Zhangguan Hezha (bean curd hot pot), bacon stewed potatoes, and Diaozha pancakes to experience the spicy and sour flavors of Tujia. --- ### **Travel Tips** - **Transportation:** Book high-speed train tickets in advance (such as the frequent trains from Chongqing to Enshi). Some cities offer car rentals for flexible exploration of the countryside. - **Accommodation:** Prioritize hotels with free cancellation to cope with weather changes. It is recommended to stay near scenic spots in Guilin and Yangzhou to save time. - **Equipment:** Lightweight spring clothing + a jacket to cope with temperature differences, hiking shoes suitable for hiking in Enshi and Guilin, and Hanfu/Qipao for more photogenic shots in Yangzhou and Jinan! This Qingming, escape the hustle and bustle, take a deep breath in the mountains and rivers, and find the spring in the ancient city. Four cities, four kinds of spring—there's sure to be one that touches your heart! 🌿

Here are some great spots to enjoy the sunset in Yangzhou: - Slender West Lake: With its vast lake surface, pavilions, bridges, and willow-lined shores under the setting sun create a poetic scene. Take a stroll along the lake, stop at the Five Pavilion Bridge and Twenty-four Bridge to watch the sunset reflecting on the lake surface, experiencing the poetic charm of "half moon and a lone flute." - Liaojia Canal City Park: Offering a broad view with fewer crowds and beautiful scenery. You can watch the sunset paint the sky and river red from the waterfront platform near Guangling Bridge or inside the park, enjoying the magical moments of golden and blue light. - Gaoyou Lake: As the third largest lake in Jiangsu, it features a vast water surface. With sailboats, flying birds, and lighthouses by the lake, it creates a beautiful Chinese-style landscape painting at sunset, full of poetic charm. - Yangzhou Yangtze River Bank: Here you can see the vast river surface and skyline. At sunset, the orange afterglow sprinkles on the sparkling river surface, presenting Yangzhou's unique romantic "sea view."

| Guide to Peach Blossom Viewing at Slender West Lake & He Garden "Visit Yangzhou in the misty spring," when peach blossoms are in full bloom, creating breathtaking scenes. Here's your guide to enjoying peach blossoms at Slender West Lake and He Garden. Grab your friends and experience this romantic spring scenery! 📍Slender West Lake 🎫Tickets: Day adult ticket RMB 100/person, Night tour adult ticket RMB 110/person, Day + Night combo ticket RMB 168/person ⏰Opening hours: 06:00 - 22:00 🚗Transportation: Take bus routes 29, 17, 5, 99, or 56 🌸Peach Blossom Guide: Slender West Lake features the classic "peach every three steps, willow every five steps" layout. Peak blooming season is March-April, with over 30 varieties including green peach, golden-tipped green peach, and weeping peach. 1. Long Dyke Spring Willows: Stroll along the dyke with drooping willows on one side and vibrant peach blossoms on the other. The sparkling lake creates a poetic scene straight from ancient times. 2. Peach Blossom Valley: Dense clusters of peach blossoms with vivid colors complement the local architecture, creating perfect photo opportunities. 3. Lake Banks: Take a rowing boat to closely experience the ten-mile stretch of peach blossoms along both shores, bringing ancient poetry to life. Photo spots: 1. Five Pavilion Bridge: Stand on the bridge and capture panoramic views of Slender West Lake with blooming peach blossoms in the foreground. 2. Little Golden Mountain: Overlook the stunning blend of peach blossoms, lake, and mountains, don't miss the "Golden Mountain Reflection." 📍He Garden 🎫Ticket: RMB 45/person ⏰Opening hours: 07:30 - 17:30 🌸Peach Blossom Guide: Though not as extensive as Slender West Lake, He Garden's peach blossoms harmoniously blend with garden architecture, creating unique charm during March-April. 1. South Gate: Several peach trees greet visitors at the entrance, their pink blossoms perfectly complementing the classical garden gate. 2. South of Peony Hall: Lush peach blossoms create a spring vignette with surrounding rockeries and greenery. Suggested route: South Gate → Peony Hall → Boat Hall → Near Moon Pavilion → Water Heart Pavilion → Double-Deck Corridor → Yuxiu Building → Horse-Riding Building → Peach Blossom Viewing Area → Panshi Mountain House → North Gate Photo spots: 1. Double-Deck Corridor: China's prototype overpass - capture vintage-style photos with peach blossoms and garden architecture as backdrop. 2. Yuxiu Building: East-meets-West architecture style creates storytelling scenes with blooming peach blossoms. 💡Travel tips: 1. Visit Slender West Lake in the morning and He Garden in the afternoon to avoid crowds. 2. Wear light-colored Hanfu or dresses for better photos. 3. Rent a boat at Slender West Lake to save energy while enjoying different perspectives. 4. In He Garden, capture the perfect blend of peach blossoms with the exquisite architecture. Don't miss this peach blossom feast in Yangzhou this spring. Time to set off with this guide!

Preparation - Ticket Booking: Tickets can be purchased in advance on the official website or travel platforms. Adult tickets are CNY 100. Seniors aged 60-65 and full-time undergraduate students and below receive half-price tickets. Seniors over 65 and others are admitted free. - Opening Hours: 06:00-19:30 (Daytime), 19:00-22:30 (Evening). Please refer to the scenic area for specific times. - What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, umbrella, portable charger, etc. Transportation - External Transportation: Arrive in Yangzhou first. If arriving by plane at Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport, transfer to the airport bus. If arriving by train at Yangzhou Railway Station or Yangzhou East Railway Station, transfer to a bus to the scenic area. - Internal Transportation: Take bus No. 17 or 23 to the World Animal Window bus stop and walk to the scenic area. Boats and electric cars are available for transportation within the scenic area. Attractions - Long Embankment in Spring: Located at the south gate entrance, this 600-meter-long embankment is lined with peach and willow trees, with a peach tree every three steps and a willow tree every five. - Xu Garden: The ancestral hall of Xu Baoshan from the Republican era, featuring small bridges, flowing water, pavilions, and two 1,600-year-old iron woks in front of the Tingli Pavilion. - Little Golden Hill: Formed by excavated river mud and rocks, with buildings such as the Green Shade Pavilion. - Fishing Terrace: From a specific angle, the White Pagoda is visible through the left opening and the Five-Pavilion Bridge through the right, creating a "Three Stars Reflecting" view. - Five-Pavilion Bridge: A landmark of Yangzhou, built in 1757. From above, it resembles a blooming lotus flower. - White Pagoda: Rebuilt in 1784, with a local legend about its overnight construction. - Xichun Terrace: Where Emperor Qianlong celebrated his mother's birthday. A stone tablet inscribed with a poem by Du Mu, written by Mao Zedong, stands in front. - Twenty-Four Bridge: The bridge resembles a jade belt, with flowing water underneath, presenting a beautiful scene of a rainbow lying on the waves.

Around 3:30 p.m. is a good time to enter the park. There are many tour groups at the entrance (second to last photo), but once inside, it doesn't feel crowded overall, and you can capture beautiful scenery effortlessly. I left the park at 5:30 p.m., without finishing the tour. Daytime tickets allow you to stay until 7 p.m., but I had something to do and left early. Otherwise, I could have stayed longer; it's truly beautiful. I guess the crowds must be much larger on weekends, especially with such nice weather.😌

The ancients never deceived me! Li Bai's poem "Fireworks in March in Yangzhou" makes us still rush to the spring scenery of the south of the Yangtze River thousands of years later. The "Ten Miles of Spring Breeze" described by Du Mu and the "Half Bright Moon" that Xu Ning was obsessed with are all hidden in this 1,000-acre "Monet Garden" - Yangzhou Rundefield Manor. This place is as good as Yangzhou Guest House, Atour Hotel and Hilton. It is close to Yangzhou Station and only a 30-minute drive to Slender West Lake. 💰 3 diamonds price 5 star king bomb ✔️ The European castle built by the hotel owner with 90 million ✔️ Waldorf mattress ✔️ All solid wood room 🌸 Realistic Monet canvas ✔️Live in a flower castle ✔️1,000 acres of black pine forest natural oxygen bar ✔️Pet-friendly exclusive lawn ✔️A wilder floral universe than Shanghai Gongqing Forest Park 🎋 Spring limited poetic life ✔️ Picking Qingming tea ✔️ Digging bamboo shoots in the bamboo forest ✔️ Wisteria Art Festival ✔️ Zaolinwan Concert This Yangzhou hotel enjoys a prime location and is close to Yangzhou Station and Yangzhou Jinghuacheng business district. You can visit Yangzhou's Slender West Lake during the day and stay in a quiet manor at night. If you miss Rundefield, you will miss the essence of Yangzhou tourism. Click below to play with ease ------ Recommended tour routes DAY1: Experience the ancient charm and modern style📜 After checking in, the manor housekeeper kindly served organic tea 🍵 and Yangzhou salt merchant special snacks 🥧. After a short rest, head to Slender West Lake🌊. Take a stroll along the lakeside, admire the elegance of the Twenty-Four Bridges and the exquisiteness of the Five Pavilion Bridge, and immerse yourself in the poetic painting. Then head to the free Grand Canal Museum to learn about the long history of the canal and the diverse exhibits that will open your eyes. In the evening, go to Dongguan Street Night Market to try stinky tofu, lotus root starch dumplings and other delicacies 😋, and also buy some souvenirs. DAY2: Leisure time in the manor🏞️ Enjoy the free morning tea at the manor, with Yangzhou steamed buns, wontons, health porridge and special side dishes for you to choose from. Unlock the colorful ways to play in the manor: If you love fishing🎣, go fishing by the lake, you might even catch lobsters; if you want to experience the pastoral scenery, drive a tractor through the fields🚜; go to the lake to feed the elegant black swans🦢; participate in lacquer fan crafts and create your own fan🎨; catch up with the picking season, you can pick whatever you want in the orchard and vegetable fields🍎🥬. We had lunch at the Manor Restaurant at noon. The signature dishes included Yangzhou Lion Head and Qianlong Roasted Fish King, served with seasonal vegetables. The average price per person was about 100 yuan. If you want to have some fun at night, you can go to the camping site for a barbecue bonfire party, which costs 100 per person. If you want to be quiet, you can take a walk in the manor and enjoy the night view. DAY3: Farewell to the manor👋 Enjoy morning tea at the manor, and then stroll through the orchard, rose garden, and Li Bai Garden to feel the beauty of nature and humanity. Walk into the Zuo'an Study and pick a book to read quietly📖. After lunch, we returned happily with good memories. 🎈Notes ✅ Slender West Lake Tour Route South Gate (entry) ➡ Twenty-four Bridges ➕ Garden of Ten Thousand Flowers ➡ Jingxiang Book House ➡ Stone Wall Flowing ➡ Jinquan Flower Island ➡ Yang School Bonsai Museum ➡ Tang Luocheng Ruins ➡ North Gate (exit) ❗❗❗Key points 💡 Entering the park from the South Gate is suitable for the morning so that you can take photos according to the light; in the afternoon, it is recommended to enter the park from the West Gate so that you can take photos according to the light! 💡 The beautiful scenery of Slender West Lake is all along the river bank, and it is amazing to tour along the waterway! 💡 Parking spaces are limited during the tourist peak season. It is recommended to take public transportation to avoid wasting time. If you must drive, it is recommended to park in the Ximen parking lot! 💡 Tickets for Slender West Lake can be purchased online in advance for a discount, but you must enter the park during the selected time period. 💡 You are not allowed to fly drones in the scenic area. If you need to take photos, you need to report to the police station in the scenic area.

The essence of Jiangnan gardens, like an ink painting When you come to Yangzhou, Jiangsu, you must not miss the Slender West Lake. This lake is famous for its "thinness". The lake surface is winding and picturesque, and it is praised as "a curve of Jianhu Lake and half a bend of Slender West Lake". Different from the broad West Lake in Hangzhou, Slender West Lake is more delicate and elegant. The lake reflects pavilions and towers, making you feel as if you are in an ancient painting. This place is not only a national 5A-level scenic spot, but also a place where literati and poets of all generations linger. Must-visit landmarks: Wuting Bridge and White Pagoda Reflecting the Moon One of the iconic attractions of Slender West Lake is the Five Pavilion Bridge. There are five pavilions built on this five-arch bridge with unique shapes. The bridge holes are reflected in the water like five bright moons, which is even more dreamy at night. The White Pagoda by the lake was modeled after the White Pagoda of Beihai in Beijing. The lake and the tower’s reflection complement each other, making it a popular spot for tourists to take photos and check in. The best way to cruise the lake and experience the poetic Jiangnan The most pleasant way to tour the lake is to take a pleasure boat, paddle gently and feel the gentle breeze and waves on the lake. When spring comes, the willows beside the Twenty-Four Bridges by the lake are brushing the water, and the peach blossoms are dotted around, just like the scene in the ancient poem "On a moonlit night under the Twenty-Four Bridges, where does the beautiful girl teach to play the flute?" Slender West Lake is not only a beautiful sight, but also a cultural journey across time and space. No matter when you visit, you will never want to leave! #MarchGoodPlaces2025

China in March is like a spilled paint palette, each city hiding unique surprises! Escape the crowds and embrace the spring romance in these five cities, with their flower seas, stunning landscapes, and vibrant atmosphere. 🌺 Linzhi, Tibet: A Pink Storm at the Foot of the Snow Mountains 📍 Locations: Bome Peach Blossom Valley, Suosong Village ✨ Why go?: While Mount Namcha Barwa is still covered in snow, the wild peach blossoms in the valley bloom into a pink ocean. The sturdy, ancient-like peach trees create stunning photo opportunities reminiscent of *National Geographic* covers. 🔍 Hidden Gems: • Wake up at 6 a.m. to capture the sunrise illuminating the golden mountain alongside the peach blossoms. The scene is even more magical when shrouded in mist. • Stay in a Tibetan homestay, sip butter tea, and listen to the host's tales of King Gesar. • Hike through the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon and encounter blue sheep and Tibetan snowcocks (bring trekking poles!). 🍲 Must-try Food: Stone-grilled Tibetan pork, stone pot chicken with matsutake mushrooms, and barley wine. ⚠️ Note: The altitude is over 3,000 meters, so pack glucose and oxygen. The temperature difference between day and night is extreme, so layering is essential. 🌼 Wuyuan, Jiangxi: A Golden Dream on Terraced Fields 📍 Locations: Jiangling Terraced Fields, Huangling Ancient Village ✨ Why go?: In mid-to-late March, the rapeseed flowers surge like golden waves toward the white-walled and black-tiled houses. The sight of spring tea drying on racks in the morning mist is even more refreshing than in autumn. 📸 Photo Tips: • Aerial photographers should bring wide-angle lenses and secure a spot at the Jiangling No. 1 viewing platform before 8 a.m. • Wear Hanfu and take stunning ancient-style photos along the Huaxi Water Street in Huangling. • Spend a night in a flower field tent and watch the Milky Way descend into the sea of rapeseed flowers. 🍲 Must-try Food: Wallet-shaped red carp, mashed tofu, and Qingming Kueh. 🚗 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Wuyuan Station. Renting a car offers more flexibility (avoid weekends!). 🍃 Yangzhou, Jiangsu: Tang and Song Poetry by the Slender West Lake 📍 Locations: Slender West Lake, Pishi Street, Geyuan Garden ✨ Why go?: Li Bai's "Misty March" comes to life here—magnolia blossoms reflect on the Five-Pavilion Bridge, and a traditional Yangzhou back massage is more relaxing than a hot spring. 💡 Unique Experiences: • Queue at Quyuan at 6 a.m. for an early morning tea feast, pairing crab roe soup dumplings with Kuilongzhu tea. • Take a night tour of Slender West Lake to see the light show, which is ten times more stunning than during the day. • Experience the "water-wrapped skin" massage at a time-honored bathhouse and discover the intangible cultural heritage of the "three knives." 🍲 Must-try Food: Scalded dried tofu shreds, lion's head meatballs, and diced chicken, meat, and bamboo shoot buns. 🎒 What to bring: A folding fan! It's a great prop for photos in the gardens. 🌸 Luoping, Yunnan: 200,000 Acres of Rapeseed Flowers 📍 Locations: Jinji Peak Cluster, Luosi Fields ✨ Why go?: The world's largest rapeseed flower field explodes with color here, with karst peaks emerging from the golden ocean, creating a scene more vibrant than a Van Gogh painting. 🚴♂️ Level Up Your Trip: • Rent a bicycle and ride through the flower sea, encountering beekeepers harvesting fresh honey. • Take martial arts-inspired photos at the Nine Dragons Waterfalls, reminiscent of the TV series *Joy of Life*. • Learn how to make five-color glutinous rice in a Buyi village. 📅 Best Time to Visit: Early to mid-March (don't miss it!). ⚠️ Note: There are many bees in the flower fields, so wear long sleeves, pants, and mosquito repellent patches. 🌧️ Guilin, Guangxi: The Oriental Aesthetics of the Misty Li River 📍 Locations: Yulong River in Yangshuo, Longji Rice Terraces ✨ Why go?: In the misty March rain, the Li River transforms into a flowing ink painting, and the water-filled Longji Rice Terraces resemble a sky mirror, even more ethereal than during the harvest season. 🛶 Must-try Experiences: • Choose the Jinlong Bridge to Jiuxian section for bamboo rafting and go before 9 a.m. to avoid tour groups. • Climb Mount Xianggong to see the sea of clouds entwined with the karst peaks. • Try the oil tea feast with mugwort rice cakes—the bitter taste is followed by a delightful sweetness. 🍲 Must-try Food: Guilin rice noodles, beer fish, and bamboo tube chicken. 🚗 Transportation: Take a 30-minute taxi ride from Yangshuo High-Speed Railway Station to West Street. 🎒 Spring Travel Emergency Kit 1️⃣ Sun Protection Trio: SPF 50+ sunscreen, a fisherman's hat, and ice sleeves (Luoping's UV rays are intense!). 2️⃣ Photography Essential: A mobile phone wide-angle lens (capture panoramic views of the flower sea for just ¥19.9). 3️⃣ Moisture Protection: A folding raincoat and a camera rain cover (the misty rain in southern China can be unpredictable). 4️⃣ Lifesaving Snacks: Beef jerky and chocolate (replenish your energy while hiking in Linzhi). 💡 Summary: This is how to enjoy March! From the peach blossom storm in Linzhi to the golden waves of Luoping, China in March takes romance to new heights. Remember this formula: "Go early and return late to avoid crowds, wear light-colored clothes for better photos, and be adventurous with local cuisine." Pack your bags and get ready to be the envy of your friends this spring!

🍃March is the perfect time to visit Yangzhou! Slender West Lake's waters shimmer, cherry blossoms dance along Jianzhen Boulevard, and the morning markets are full of Jiangnan charm… 🍃Experience Yangzhou at its most beautiful! 🏞Slender West Lake Address: 28 Dahongqiao Road, Hanjiang District, Yangzhou. 🎫Tickets: Daytime tickets are CNY 100, and nighttime tickets are CNY 120. You can book online or purchase tickets on-site. 🚌Sightseeing bus: CNY 20 for a single trip, just wave it down. 🚢Cruise: From the South Gate East Embankment - Little Golden Hill - Twenty-Four Bridges - Stone Wall Waterfall - North Gate, an electric boat is CNY 50 for a single trip, and a sculling boat is CNY 100 for a single trip. 🕡Opening hours: Daytime 6:00 am - 5:30 pm, nighttime 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. ✨Recommended route: South Gate - Long Causeway Spring Willows - Xu Garden - Little Golden Hill - Fishing Terrace - Yuping Bridge - Five-Pavilion Bridge - White Pagoda - Exquisite Flower World - Xichun Terrace - Twenty-Four Bridges - West Gate. 🌸Jianzhen Boulevard Located on Jianzhen Road, Hanjiang District, Yangzhou. 🚌Transportation is very convenient. Buses 5, 11, 25, 31, 39, 45, 50, 55, and 107 stop at the Jianzhen Road bus station. 🚘Nearby parking lots include the Jianzhen Library parking lot and the Vanke parking lot. 🌸Flowering season: Mid-March to early April. Tip: Go early in the morning to avoid the crowds. 🍲Food recommendations Yangzhou's morning tea is a must-try! Quyuan Tea House: Reservations are required; only 150 spots are available daily. Yechun: Generally no need to queue, excellent value for money. Garden Tea House: Many branches, choose one nearby. Also, be sure to try local specialties like Yangzhou fried rice, boiled dried tofu shreds, Yangzhou University yogurt, and Wensi tofu. Check-in recommendations👇️ 🏢Oakwood Residence Yangzhou Located at 839 East Jiefang Road, Yizheng City, Yangzhou. ✨Adjacent to the Automotive Industrial Park, the apartment offers convenient, modern, and comfortable experiences for both business and leisure travelers. It features 144 modern and stylish apartments, ranging from deluxe studios to three-bedroom apartments, all fully equipped, modernly decorated, and with a range of thoughtful amenities. Work out at the fitness center, host successful meetings in the multi-function hall and meeting rooms, or enjoy a leisurely meal at the hotel's Yue Shi Restaurant and Bar.

Hey everyone! Today, I'm sharing a captivating ancient city in the Jiangnan region—Yangzhou. Emperor Qianlong visited Jiangnan six times and Yangzhou five times. Just how amazing is it? Let's dive into this guide and find out! 1. Slender West Lake 1. Features: This canal, less than 5 km long, encapsulates the essence of Yangzhou. It's the very place where the famous poem "Twenty-Four Bridges Moonlight Night" was inspired. Its name, "Slender West Lake," comes from its smaller size compared to the West Lake in Hangzhou. 2. Must-See Spots: Twenty-Four Bridge, with its length, width, pillars, and steps all related to the number 24, is full of ingenuity. The White Pagoda has an interesting legend about being built overnight. At the Fishing Platform, you can see the Five-Pavilion Bridge and the White Pagoda through a round and an oval window respectively, creating a perfect composition. 3. How to Explore: A boat tour is recommended. It allows you to admire the scenery along the banks and enjoy the beauty of Slender West Lake at a leisurely pace. 2. He Garden 1. Unique Style: Known as the "Best Garden of the Late Qing Dynasty," He Garden blends Chinese and Western styles. 2. Highlights: The 1,500-meter-long covered walkway, known as the "Number One Corridor Under Heaven," is considered a prototype of the Chinese overpass. The Water-Heart Pavilion is a popular filming location. The residential area features traditional Chinese louvered doors and windows, incorporating Western elements such as Japanese sliding doors and French fireplaces. 3. Experience: Strolling through the garden, you can appreciate the beautiful scenery while experiencing the unique architectural charm and historical atmosphere. 3. Old Streets and Alleys 1. Nanhexia Street: One of the first 30 historical and cultural districts in China, it preserves numerous salt merchants' mansions and guild halls, such as He Garden and Hunan Guild Hall, bearing witness to Yangzhou's salt merchant culture. 2. Backstreets: Wandering through the alleys leading to Dongguan Street, you can observe authentic Yangzhou life—elderly people riding bicycles, women chatting by the wells—and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. 4. Dongguan Street 1. Historical Significance: With a history of 1,200 years, Dongguan Street, located at the ancient Grand Canal ferry crossing, is the birthplace of Yangzhou's canal and salt merchant culture. 2. Food and Shopping: The bluestone-paved street is lined with shops, including many century-old establishments like Simei Sauce Garden, founded in 1817. For authentic Yangzhou cuisine, Cuchadanfan and Jindaiwei restaurants are recommended. 3. Dongguan Ferry: Located at the eastern end of Dongguan Street, although its bustling past is gone, the towering gatehouse still evokes its former glory. 5. Travel Tips 1. Best Time to Visit: Spring, especially during the "Misty Rain in March" period, offers pleasant weather and the most beautiful scenery. 2. Itinerary: A 2- to 3-day trip is recommended. Visit Slender West Lake in the morning and He Garden in the afternoon on the first day. Explore the old streets and alleys in the morning and Dongguan Street in the afternoon on the second day. 3. Food Recommendations: In addition to those mentioned above, don't miss Yangzhou fried rice, lion's head meatballs, and Yangzhou morning tea. Yangzhou boasts the elegance of classical gardens and the vibrancy of everyday life. It's truly captivating! You must experience it for yourself. You might just fall in love and never want to leave. See you in Yangzhou next year! Have any of you been to Yangzhou? Share your most memorable experiences in the comments below! I'd love to hear your recommendations!

| A paradise on earth you'll fall in love with. Slender West Lake boasts the reputation of "the most prosperous garden in the world." Originally named Baozhang River, it earned its current name due to its slender shape. It spans approximately 4.3 km, with a water area of about 50,000 square meters. This place integrates natural scenery and cultural heritage. The Spring Willows on the Long Causeway is a signature scenic spot of Slender West Lake. In spring, the willow branches sway gently like smoke and mist, creating a pleasant atmosphere for strolling. The Five-Pavilion Bridge is even more stunning, with five graceful pavilions adorning it. The Twenty-Four Bridge carries a thousand years of poetic charm, evoking the romantic imagery of "On a moonlit night by the Twenty-Four Bridge, where can I find a jade-like beauty playing the flute?"💞. 🕙[Opening Hours]: Daytime: 06:00–17:15 (last entry at 17:15) Evening: 18:30–22:00 (last entry at 21:00) 🎫Ticket Prices: Daytime CNY 100, Evening CNY 120 👣[Walking Routes]: 📍2-Hour Express Tour (along the central axis of the lake): East Gate (entrance)➡Daming Temple➡Slender West Lake➡Five-Pavilion Bridge➡Little Golden Hill➡West Gate (exit) 📍4–5-Hour Tour: East Gate (entrance)➡Daming Temple➡Slender West Lake➡Five-Pavilion Bridge➡Little Golden Hill➡White Pagoda➡Small Stone Bridge➡Furong Garden➡West Gate (exit) 📷[Recommended Photo Spots]: 🍀Five-Pavilion Bridge: A landmark of Yangzhou, modeled after the Five-Dragon Pavilion and the Seventeen-Arch Bridge in Beijing. The five pavilions on the bridge resemble lotuses, hence it's also known as the "Lotus Bridge." 🍀Twenty-Four Bridge: An ancient stone arch bridge associated with the poem "On a moonlit night by the Twenty-Four Bridge, where can I find a jade-like beauty playing the flute?" The bridge is 24m long, with 24 stone pillars and 24 stone arches. 🍀White Pagoda: Modeled after the White Pagoda in Beihai Park, Beijing, but more slender, with a Jiangnan charm, complementing the Five-Pavilion Bridge. 🍀Fishing Terrace: Surrounded by water on three sides, it's a model of framed scenery art. You can see the Five-Pavilion Bridge, the White Pagoda, and other scenic spots through different archways. 🍽[Dining Recommendations]: 🥯1757 Food Street: Offers a variety of local specialties and snacks. ☕️Fuzhuang: A place to enjoy tea and snacks. 📝[Friendly Reminders]: ✅Wear comfortable shoes! Walking in the scenic area takes at least 4 hours. You can rent a sightseeing car (CNY 30/person). ✅Book tickets in advance! It gets crowded during peak seasons. The "Slender West Lake+" combined ticket is recommended for a hassle-free tour of surrounding attractions. ✅Must-visit cultural and creative stores: Slender West Lake souvenirs, pedicure knives, and paper-cut gifts are unique souvenirs. This spring, you simply must visit Yangzhou🩷～

A complete guide to visiting Slender West Lake Located in Yangzhou, Slender West Lake is famous for its graceful and beautiful scenery and profound cultural heritage. Whether you are a history and culture enthusiast or a natural landscape seeker, this place can satisfy your needs. 1. Basic information🔥🔥🔥 👀- Opening hours: 06:30 - 22:00 (ticket sales stop at 21:30, there may be adjustments in different seasons, it is recommended to check the official website before traveling) 💰- Ticket price: 100 yuan/person in peak season (March-November), 60 yuan/person in off-season (December-February of the following year). You can pre-purchase tickets on the official WeChat account or major travel platforms. 🚗- Transportation Guide: - Bus: You can take bus No. 1, No. 2, No. 27, No. 37 and other bus lines, and get off at Slender West Lake Station. - Self-driving: Navigate to the East Gate or West Gate of Slender West Lake. There are parking lots around the scenic area, and the parking fee is about 10-20 yuan per day. 2. Must-see attractions 🔥🔥 ✌Wuting Bridge: The iconic landscape of Slender West Lake, with five pavilions connected on the bridge, has a unique shape and is known as "the most beautiful bridge in China". Standing on the bridge, you can overlook the entire Slender West Lake. The scenery is charming no matter day or night. ✌Twenty-Four Bridges: It is famous for the ancient poem "Twenty-Four Bridges on a moonlit night, where does the beautiful girl teach to play the flute?" The bridge is 24 meters long and 2.4 meters wide. It is surrounded by 24 jade railings. It is very poetic under the moonlight and is a popular spot for taking photos and checking in. ✌Xiaojin Mountain: Formerly known as Changchun Ridge, it is the largest island in Slender West Lake. The buildings on the mountain are simple and elegant, and it is known as the "Penglai on the Lake". Standing at the Fengting on the top of the mountain, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Slender West Lake. 3. Tour route planning🔥🔥 💦- Half-day tour route: Enter from the south gate of Slender West Lake, first visit the long embankment spring willows, stroll along the lakeside to admire the weeping willows; then arrive at Xu Garden to feel the charm of the classical garden; then visit Xiaojin Mountain, climb up the Fengting to overlook the lake view; finally come to Wuting Bridge to take photos and check in, and leave through the north gate. 💦- One-day tour route: follow the half-day tour route in the morning, take a boat tour of Slender West Lake through the North Gate in the afternoon, get off near the Twenty-Four Bridges, visit Xichun Terrace, Twenty-Four Bridges and other attractions, and finally leave through the West Gate. Taking a boat tour can allow you to appreciate the beautiful scenery of Slender West Lake from different angles, which is very free and easy. 4. Food recommendations 🌟🌟🌟 👍Yangzhou morning tea: a must-try choice, Fuchun Tea House, Yechun Tea House, etc. are all time-honored brands. Order a portion of hot dried shredded vegetables, crab roe soup dumplings, or three-piece dumplings, and pair them with a cup of green Yangchun tea to start a wonderful day. 👍Yangzhou fried rice: Authentic Yangzhou fried rice, with distinct rice grains and rich ingredients such as shrimp, ham, eggs, green beans, etc., with a fresh and fragrant taste. It can be tasted in restaurants around the scenic area. 👍Yangzhou Salted Goose: The meat is tender and salty, and it is one of the specialties of Yangzhou. You can buy it at roadside delicatessens and it makes a great souvenir. 5. Notes🔥🔥🔥 During the peak tourist season, there are many tourists in Slender West Lake. Try to avoid holidays and choose to travel on weekdays for a better experience. The number of cruise ships in the scenic area is limited, especially during holidays. It is recommended to book in advance to avoid long waiting times. Be careful to keep your personal belongings safe when taking photos, especially in crowded tourist attractions. The weather in Yangzhou is changeable, so it is recommended to bring rain gear and sunscreen with you.

Among the "Thirty-Six West Lakes under Heaven," only Yangzhou's Slender West Lake possesses a unique charm of slender beauty. If you're planning a visit, be sure to save this guide! Preparation Book your tickets in advance on Trip.com to save time and money.💰 Check the weather forecast and choose a sunny day for the best photo opportunities. Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of walking.🚶‍♀️ Tour Route 1. Enter through the South Gate: As you step through the South Gate, you'll immediately sense the subtle beauty of Slender West Lake. The first sight that greets you is the Long Causeway Spring Willows.🌿 Stroll along the causeway by the lake, surrounded by weeping willows, and feel as if you've stepped into a painting. Don't forget to pause at Xu Garden to appreciate the exquisite layout of this classical garden. 2. Five-Pavilion Bridge: This is the iconic landmark of Slender West Lake. The bridge features five clustered pavilions with yellow tiles and red pillars, offering unique views from every angle. Standing on the bridge, you can take in the panoramic view of the lake and mountains. Every photo you snap will be a masterpiece.📸 3. Twenty-Four Bridge: "On a moonlit night by the Twenty-Four Bridge, where can I find the jade-like beauty playing the flute?" This stone bridge is steeped in poetic charm. At night, illuminated by lights, the Twenty-Four Bridge becomes even more dreamlike and enchanting, as if transporting you back in time. 4. Ten Thousand Flower Garden: This garden boasts a variety of flowers in bloom throughout the year: tulips in spring, lotuses in summer, chrysanthemums in autumn, and wintersweet in winter, immersing you in a sea of blossoms.🌸 Unique Experiences 1. Boat Tour: Take a leisurely ride on a traditional Chinese boat or a painted pleasure boat to admire Slender West Lake from the water, offering a completely different perspective. Listen to the gentle sounds of oars dipping into the water as a light breeze caresses your face—pure bliss. 2. Food Tour: Around Slender West Lake, you'll find many Yangzhou specialties. Emerald Shao Mai, Thousand-Layer Oil Cake, Yangzhou Fried Rice—every bite is a taste of Yangzhou.😋 Tips for Your Visit 1. Arrive early in the morning to avoid the crowds. 2. Be mindful of protecting the cultural relics and environment while taking photos. Refrain from climbing on any structures. 3. Consider hiring a guide to gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of Slender West Lake. Slender West Lake is like a graceful Jiangnan lady, waiting for you to unveil her beauty. Pack your bags and embark on a spontaneous trip to Yangzhou!💖

🌍Reverse travel in March and April: 6 unpopular cities✨ Friends👫, March and April are a good time to travel🌤. Today I will share with you 6 unpopular cities, so you can avoid the crowds and enjoy a unique travel experience😎. 🌟1. Weihai🚢 Weihai is really a treasure city😍. From March to April, the weather in Weihai gradually warms up 🌞, and it is no longer as cold as in winter ❄. 🌊Special attractions: Weihai International Bathing Beach🏖, with fine and soft sand🏖 and clear water🌊, where you can enjoy the sunshine and the beach🏖. Liugong Island⛰, you can learn about its rich history and culture📜, and the natural scenery on the island is also very charming🌳, with dense forests🌲 and various rare birds🐦. Haiyuan Park🌳, there are many beautiful European-style buildings🏰, it is a great place to take photos📷, and you can also see the beautiful sea view🌊. 🚗Travel route: Day 1: After arriving in Weihai, go to Weihai International Bathing Beach first🏖 to experience the charm of the coastal city🌊. Day 2: Go to Liugong Island⛰, visit the attractions on the island and learn about its history and culture📜. Day 3: Stroll in Haiyuan Park 🌳, admire European-style buildings 🏰, and take photos 📷. 🌟2. Zibo🍢 In addition to being famous for its delicious food😋, Zibo also has many fun places🤩. 🌆Special attractions: Zhoucun Ancient Commercial City🏯, antique buildings🏮, full of historical charm📜, there are many specialty shops on both sides of the street🛍, you can buy a variety of souvenirs🎁. Tanxi Mountain⛰, with beautiful natural scenery🌳, has spectacular waterfalls💦 and peculiar rocks🧗‍♀️, and is a great place for mountaineering enthusiasts⛰. At the Zibo Ceramics and Colored Glass Museum🎨, you can appreciate exquisite ceramics and colored glass crafts🎇, and learn about Zibo's ceramic and colored glass culture📚. 🚗Travel route: Day 1: After arriving in Zibo, go to Zhoucun Ancient Commercial City to stroll around 🏯 and taste local delicacies 😋. Day 2: Go to Tanxi Mountain⛰, hike and enjoy the natural scenery🌳. Day 3: Experience the ceramic and glass culture 📚 at the Zibo Ceramics and Glass Museum 🎨. 🌟3. Yangzhou🍵 In March and April, Yangzhou, beside the Slender West Lake🌸, the flowers are in full bloom, and the scenery is breathtaking😍. 🌳Special attractions: Slender West Lake🌳, the lake is winding💧, willows are swaying on both sides🌿, there are many famous attractions, such as the Five Pavilion Bridge, the Twenty-Four Bridges, etc.🏰, the scenery is poetic🎨. This garden is characterized by bamboo and stone. The four-season rockery in the garden is unique and you can feel the beauty of different seasons. Dongguan Street 🏮, an ancient street and alley 🏯, has many traditional snack shops 🍜 and handicraft shops 🛍, where you can eat and shop while feeling the atmosphere of Yangzhou's market 😎. 🚗Travel route: Day 1: Visit Slender West Lake🌳 and enjoy the beautiful scenery💦. Day 2: Visit Geyuan Garden 🎋 and appreciate the beauty of the garden 🎍. Day 3: Stroll along Dongguan Street, taste delicious food, and buy souvenirs. 🌟Fourth, Yichang🚢 Yichang has rich natural and cultural landscapes🤩. 🌊Special attractions: The Three Gorges Dam🛤, the world's largest water conservancy project🏗, is very spectacular🛸. You can visit various parts of the dam and learn about water conservancy projects📚. Three Gorges People🏘, here you can find the unique Three Gorges style🏮, you can see traditional Tujia architecture🏯 and folk performances🎭, and you can also enjoy the beautiful gorge scenery🌊. Qingjiang Gallery🌳, the river water is clear and green💧, and the green mountains on both sides are continuous⛰. Taking a cruise🚢 to visit, it feels like being in a painting🎨. 🚗Travel route: Day 1: After arriving in Yichang, visit the Three Gorges Dam🛤. The second day: Go to Sanxia Home 🏘 to experience the Three Gorges customs 🏮. Day 3: Take a cruise to visit Qingjiang Gallery🌳. 🌟Five. Huzhou🌳 Huzhou is a city full of Jiangnan charm😍. 🌆Special attractions: Nanxun Ancient Town🏯, well-preserved ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties🏮, small bridges and flowing water🏘, very peaceful and tranquil😇, where you can experience the slow life of the Jiangnan water town🚶‍♀️. Mogan Mountain⛰ is a famous summer resort🌤. There are many dense forests🌲 and various villas🏡 on the mountain. It has beautiful scenery🌳 and fresh air😌. Taihu Dragon Dream Park 🎡 is a large comprehensive park 🎢 with many exciting and fun rides 🎠 and wonderful performances 🎭. 🚗Travel route: Day 1: After arriving in Huzhou, go to Nanxun Ancient Town first🏯 to experience the Jiangnan water town style🏮. Day 2: Go to Mogan Mountain⛰ and enjoy the tranquility of the mountains🌳. Day 3: Have fun at Taihu Dragon Dream Park🎡. 🌟Six, Chenzhou⛰ Chenzhou has many unique natural landscapes, which are very suitable for adventure🧗‍♀️. 🌳Special attractions: Dongjiang Lake🌊, with clear water and surrounded by mountains⛰, is known as the "Little Dongjiang River". In the early morning, there will be beautiful morning mist🌫, like a fairyland🎇. Mangshan⛰ has a high forest coverage rate🌲 and many rare animals and plants🐒. You can go hiking and hiking🚶‍♂️ here and feel the charm of nature🌳. Gaoyiling⛰, the Danxia landform is very spectacular🧗‍♀️, the peculiar rock shape is amazing🎨, it is a good place for taking pictures📷. 🚗Travel route: Day 1: After arriving in Chenzhou, go to Dongjiang Lake 🌊 to watch the morning mist 🌫. Day 2: Go to Mangshan⛰ for adventure and enjoy the natural scenery🌳. Day 3: Take photos and check in at Gaoyiling ⛰📷. My friends, aren’t these 6 unpopular cities very attractive? Going to these places in March and April can not only avoid the crowds but also enjoy the unique scenery 🎇, which is really super good 👍! Hurry up and like and collect it, and arrange a unique trip of your own 🚗💨. I believe you will fall in love with these places 😘😘😘.

We arrived at the east gate of Slender West Lake in Yangzhou around 2 p.m. There were still parking spaces available in the parking lot. A short walk to the left after entering the east gate leads to a food street. Further inside is the Five-Pavilion Bridge. If you don't want to walk, you can take the sightseeing bus to enjoy the scenery along the way. We chose to walk to the north gate first and visited the Bonsai Museum. There are many bonsai exhibits outdoors and exquisite flower arrangements indoors. Then we went to the City Gate Ruins, then to the Twenty-Four Bridge, and finally to the Five-Pavilion Bridge before returning to the east gate. The whole journey was quite a workout. If you want to enjoy yourself, you can go in the morning and spend a day strolling around. Or you can go to see a performance in the evening, which should be a different experience.

❤️The graceful beauty of Yangzhou is perfectly embodied in Slender West Lake. It's more than just a lake; it's a lakeside garden composed of lakes, bridges, pavilions, flowers, grass, and trees. — 🖼️Location: Slender West Lake 🎫Booking/Tickets ‼️No booking required. Purchase tickets online one day in advance. 💰Cost Official price: CNY 60. I bought a Trip.com package ticket for four attractions during the off-season for CNY 130, including Slender West Lake, Daming Temple, He Garden, and Ge Garden. Prices fluctuate during peak season, reaching up to CNY 200. ⏰Opening Hours Year-round: 06:00–17:30 (ticket sales and entry close at 17:30) 🍦The ice cream in the first photo is CNY 18.8. 🚤Boat Trip CNY 50 🚗Transportation Shared electric bikes are readily available in Yangzhou and can be parked at the entrance. Download the "DaHa Travel" app. Helmets are mandatory. CNY 2 per half hour. 🚕Taxi Starting price: CNY 10 ⌚️Visit Duration Half a day 💡【Recommended Itinerary】 South Gate - Long Causeway Spring Willows - Bonsai Exhibition Area - Xu Garden - Chunbo Bridge - Small Gold Mountain - Fishing Platform - Yuban Bridge - Shuiyun Shenggai - Five-Pavilion Bridge - Fuzhuang (tea tasting) - White Pagoda - Slender West Lake Post Office - Xichun Terrace - Twenty-Four Bridge - Jingxiang Bookstore - Stone Wall Waterfall - Yangzhou Bonsai Museum - Tang City West Gate Ruins - Miniature Waterway - North Gate ‼️Time-saving Route for a Relaxed Visit ☑️Slender West Lake has four gates. If you're not visiting Daming Temple, enter through the South Gate and exit through the West or East Gate. ☑️Alternatively, after visiting the Twenty-Four Bridge, take a vehicle to the North Gate. Most of the key attractions are located between the South and West Gates. Sightseeing buses are available for CNY 20 per ride. ☑️The best way to experience Slender West Lake is by combining walking with a short boat trip. This allows you to see the beautiful scenery while saving energy. It is recommended to enter through the South Gate, take the water bus to the Twenty-Four Bridge, and then walk. ☘️Must-see Spots Long Causeway Spring Willows, Xu Garden, Small Gold Mountain, Fishing Platform, Five-Pavilion Bridge, Fuzhuang, White Pagoda, Xichun Terrace, Twenty-Four Bridge, Stone Wall Waterfall ✅Travel Tips 1⃣️Peak season is from March to May. The spring scenery is beautiful, with willows lining the banks and flourishing flowers and trees, but it's also crowded. 2⃣️From Xu Garden, continue north to reach Four Bridges and Misty Rain, Moon Viewing Pavilion, and Small Gold Mountain. 3⃣️Visit the Fishing Platform on the lake's central island, then return and take the Xu Garden path to see the White Pagoda and Five-Pavilion Bridge. Continue west along the Five-Pavilion Bridge to see Wangchun Tower and the Twenty-Four Bridge. Finally, exit through the North Gate, opposite which is Daming Temple. Plan to visit both in one day. 📷【Photo Spots】 The Fishing Platform offers a classic view. Looking from the platform, you can see the White Pagoda and Five-Pavilion Bridge through two circular openings. The Stone Wall Waterfall is stunning when photographed from the opposite side. The Tang City West Gate Ruins have city walls, offering a great view of Daming Temple across the water. ✅【Final Reminders】 🟣Driving is not recommended during peak season due to heavy traffic in Yangzhou and large crowds at Slender West Lake. Parking spaces are limited and cost CNY 60 per day. Taxis and public transportation are the best options. 🟡Avoid wearing high heels. The walk from the South Gate to the North Gate is quite long and tiring, and there are few vehicles within the park. ·

🌸Slender West Lake: The Essence of Classical Jiangnan Gardens Slender West Lake in Yangzhou, though smaller than West Lake in Hangzhou, is renowned for its delicate elegance and embodies the essence of classical Jiangnan gardens. This guide will help you explore efficiently and experience the poetic charm of "Willows and flowers line the banks, pavilions and towers reach the hills." 🌸Tour Route:🌸 ❤Enter through the South Gate: Upon entering the South Gate, you'll be greeted by the Long Causeway Spring Willows, where weeping willows create a vibrant spring scene. ❤Xu Garden: Stroll along the causeway to Xu Garden and admire the exquisite landscaping, immersing yourself in the charm of a Jiangnan garden. ❤Little Golden Hill: Ascend Little Golden Hill for a panoramic view of Slender West Lake, taking in the picturesque scenery. ❤Five-Pavilion Bridge: Cross the iconic Five-Pavilion Bridge, where five pavilions are connected, resembling blooming lotuses. ❤Twenty-Four Bridge: Finally, arrive at the Twenty-Four Bridge and experience the romantic ambiance of "A moonlit night on the Twenty-Four Bridge." **Tips:** * Slender West Lake is beautiful year-round, but spring and autumn are particularly pleasant. * Visit in the early morning or evening to avoid crowds and enjoy the tranquility. * Take a boat tour to experience the feeling of "boating through a painting." * Don't miss the local delicacies within the scenic area, such as Yangzhou fried rice and crab roe soup dumplings. The beauty of Slender West Lake lies in its blend of elegance and poetic charm. Strolling through it is like stepping into a Jiangnan ink painting, making it a truly unforgettable experience.

Babies 👫, is there a song that can make you feel attached to an ancient city in the south of the Yangtze River and want to be in it immediately? Set foot on this poetic land in October to start a picturesque journey, come and see my strategy 💕. Introduction to attractions • Slim West Lake: Slim West Lake is like a graceful beauty, clear and unconventional. The lake is narrow and winding, with weeping willows on both sides. • Dongguan Street: Dongguan Street is like a historical promenade. • The garden: The garden is famous for its bamboo, like a reclusive Yashi. • Daming Temple: Daming Temple is like a great monk, solemn and quiet. How to go • Air: You can fly directly to Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport✈, the airport has an airport bus to Yangzhou city, you can transfer to public transportation, taxi, quickly rush to the city to start your journey; • High-speed rail: Yangzhou East Station is densely packed 🚄, as an important transportation hub, the surrounding transportation is convenient after exiting the station bus, subway accessible, easy to access various attractions, travel efficiency is super high. • Urban transportation: urban buses and subways can basically meet the needs of travel, you can use your mobile phone to scan the code to ride; to Slim West Lake, Dongguan Street and other places, cycling is a good choice, both can freely enjoy the scenery along the way, and can stop at any time to take pictures; What to see • Slim West Lake's Night Lantern Show (if available): February is the Lunar New Year, Slim West Lake may hold a night lantern show, colorful lanterns dotted throughout the gardens, complementing the ancient buildings, like a dream. • Yangzhou Pingtan performance in Dongguan Street: There are often Pingtan performances in the teahouses on Dongguan Street. The actors wear cheongsam, long gowns, embrace pipa and three strings. • The garden's Lunar New Year prayer activity: On the occasion of the New Year, many tourists come to the garden to pray for blessings, tie blessing ribbons, ring the New Year's bell🔔, make good wishes for the new year, feel the strong traditional atmosphere, and purify the mind in the quiet garden. • Zen Tea Experience at Daming Temple: In Daming Temple, you can participate in Zen tea experience activities, sip a cup of fragrant tea, listen to monks explain Zen tea culture, feel the tranquil and far-reaching state of mind, realize life in the fragrance of tea, and soothe your body and mind. Great place to take photos • Slim West Lake Five Pavilions Bridge: With the Five Pavilions Bridge as the background, surrounded by the rippling lake water and blooming plums, wearing ancient costumes to take pictures, as if ancient beauties visiting the garden, showing the elegance of Jiangnan gardens, friends circle likes must. • The ancient archway of Dongguan Street: Standing under the ancient archway of Dongguan Street, with the archway, lively street scene as the background, photograph the moments of people strolling, or panorama showing the old street style, the photo is full of fireworks, showing the prosperity of Dongguan Street. • In front of the garden moon cave door: with the garden's exquisite moon cave door as the foreground, behind the swaying bamboo, using light and shadow effects, take pictures of people and garden scenery, the garden's tranquility and personal leisure, the photo is extremely artistic. • Under the Lingling Pagoda of Daming Temple: With the majestic figure of the Lingling Pagoda as the background, wearing plain clothes, photographing the figures worshiping the Buddha devoutly, using the light and shadow of the sun to create a solemn and solemn atmosphere, recording the tranquility of the Daming Temple. Playing feelings This 3 Day in Yangzhou, really an unforgettable spiritual adventure 💕 In the ingenious layout; visiting the Daming Temple, immersed in the Zen atmosphere, savoring the traditional culture of Yangzhou, is like a melodious Jiangnan tune, with both graceful and delicate strokes and majestic chapters, I have fallen deeply in love with it, and look forward to writing my Yangzhou chapter again next time. Tips • February Yangzhou is wet and cold, warm clothes to bring enough, down jackets, warm pants, scarves 🧣, gloves 🧤, hats are essential, shoes are best waterproof and non-slip. • Slim West Lake tickets are recommended to book online in advance, night tour lantern show tickets sold separately, pay attention to the time of the show; • Tasting snacks on Dongguan Street Pay attention to choosing regular shops to ensure hygiene; • Tickets for the park can be purchased on site or booked online. • Daming Temple is free but requires advance reservation, especially during holidays, be sure to plan ahead to avoid emptying; • Accommodation can be chosen in Guangling district, close to the main attractions, easy to travel, more surrounding food, shopping malls, convenient life. Babies, the charm of Yangzhou in February is unlimited, come and start your Yangzhou music journey💖!