WEI DAO RESTAURANT

Lu'an local restaurants have beautiful environments, unique decoration styles, authentic dishes and genuine flavors. I always order signature dishes when I come here, and the portions are very generous.

My Cancun trip at the end of October was perfect (except for the mosquito bites)! ✈️This time we avoided the holidays, so there were fewer people, and everything went smoothly. There was no queue at customs, and after a short wait for our luggage, we found a car rental company right outside the airport (we emailed them to book after booking the hotel). After confirming the information, we waited a minute or two before getting in the car, and it took about 50 minutes to get to the hotel (much smoother than last time!). 🏨We booked the Garza Blanca all-inclusive hotel (which I think is more like a resort). We didn't leave the hotel grounds for 7 days and 6 nights. Upon entering, staff brought us chilled towels and champagne. After check-in and putting on our wristbands, we went to our rooms. The hotel was quite new, with all smart toilets and electric curtains. The toiletries were L'Occitane. Each room had a hammock on the balcony, and there were resort-style slippers in the rooms. The only downside was that the hairdryer wasn't very good. 🍽️The hotel has four fine dining restaurants, but apart from the Mexican restaurant, the others are only open in the evenings. So reservations are a must. Our favorite was the Chinese restaurant DAO; we ate there three out of six nights, especially the hot and sour soup, the dry-fried green beans (spicy!), and the stir-fried rice noodles. The crispy duck and the shrimp rolls were also good. The matcha crème brûlée was amazing! 😋 The chef is Malaysian and trained in culinary arts in Hong Kong. Hiroshi was just okay overall; the sushi and desserts weren't great, except for the Crunchy Rice and Yuzu Salmon appetizers. Bocados had a great ambiance and service; the salmon tartare and grilled octopus leg were delicious, and the aged steak was also good. We only went to Blancablue, a Mexican restaurant, for lunch. It's by the sea with beautiful scenery, but the food was just average, nothing particularly good. For lunch, you can also go to the Foodtruck by the sea for light meals, enjoying the sea breeze and ocean views – the atmosphere is great. The grilled shrimp tacos and the BBQ chicken main course were delicious; the chicken was very tender. Breakfast was usually at the Gourmet buffet restaurant. The hall has limited options; we usually just had milkshakes with freshly made omelets, and the fruit wasn't very fresh. There's a coffee shop near the entrance, open at fixed times each day, where you can grab bread, desserts, and ice cream when you're hungry. You can also order room service, though the portions are small. The hotel also has an adult-only bar on the rooftop with an infinity pool that's great for taking photos; the views are beautiful, and you can watch the sunset 🌇. There's also a kids' club. Although my daughter is under 4 and couldn't be in childcare, she could still play there, but parents had to wait at the entrance. The activities were plentiful, and my daughter wanted to go every day. There was also a carousel 🎠 that kids loved. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel. The food, accommodation, and service were all good. The beach, while not as nice as the one at the corner of the Seven-Character District, was still quite good.

【2 Days 1 Night | Tongling Yongquan Town Slow Life Guide】This hidden gem in Anhui is definitely worth visiting again and again! The charming Jiangnan style with its blue bricks and gray tiles is perfect for a relaxing weekend getaway~🌧️ DAY 1⃣️ Yongquan Farmhouse Flavors Museum → Jiangnan Flavors Snack Street → Yi Jiangnan Hot Spring The Jiangnan flavors are absolutely delicious! Highly recommend the freshly made Qingming cakes and chicken soup fried rice; the soup is fresh and flavorful, and the snacks are super affordable at 3-15 yuan. The hot spring area has many private pools; soaking in the hot spring on a rainy day is a wonderful experience (remember to bring your swimsuit)🌧️♨️ DAY 2⃣️ Yongquan Twelve Scenic Spots Hike → Songyun Mountain Residence Tea Tasting → Town Night View Check-in The mountain trail behind the town is a pleasant surprise! A 20-minute hike leads to the viewing platform, where the view of the entire Hui-style architectural complex in the misty rain is breathtaking (free!). Be sure to sit by the window at Songyun Tea House halfway up the mountain; the wild white tea (58 yuan/person) is refillable for 5 infusions! 📍Location Tips: Navigate to "Yongquan Tourist Resort" in a taxi. It takes about 40 minutes and costs around 60 yuan from Tongling Station. Driving is recommended for more flexibility (parking is free). 🏠Accommodation Recommendation: Staying within the scenic area grants free admission! We booked a double room at Yi Jiangnan Courtyard for 538 yuan, including breakfast for two. The view from the window is of a small bridge and flowing water. 💡Important Tips: 1. Remember to bring an umbrella and wear non-slip shoes on rainy days, as the cobblestone paths are slightly slippery. 2. You need to exchange old copper coins to buy snacks (exchange point at the entrance). 3. Bathrobes are provided in the hot spring area, but you need to bring your own skincare products. 4. The light and shadow are most beautiful after 4 pm; perfect for taking photos in Hanfu! #HuizhouOffTheBeatenPathTravel #YongquanResort #TonglingTourism #JiangnanRain #HotSpringB&B

This 3-day, 4-night itinerary for Lu'an is suitable for two people with a budget of 5000 yuan. It combines scenic landscapes, revolutionary history, and hot spring relaxation, offering a well-paced itinerary that balances nature exploration with a comfortable experience. Here is the detailed arrangement: Budget Overview (Total for Two People) Transportation 800 yuan + Accommodation 1600 yuan + Entrance Fees & Experiences 900 yuan + Food 1200 yuan + Contingency Fund 500 yuan, totaling 5000 yuan. The contingency fund can be used flexibly to purchase local specialties such as Lu'an Melon Seed Tea and Huoshan Dendrobium. Daily Itinerary + Expense Breakdown 1. Day 1: City Cultural and Leisure Tour - Itinerary: In the morning, visit the Wanxi Museum (free) to admire artifacts such as Warring States Chu gold coins and learn about the history and culture of Wanxi. In the afternoon, head to the Youran Lanxi Resort (entrance fee 60 yuan/person) to stroll through the Hui-style water town and rent Hanfu for photos (60 yuan/set). In the evening, visit the Red Street night market to experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city. - Dining: Breakfast includes wormwood cakes and Lu'an potstickers, approximately 15 yuan per person; lunch at Weidao Xiaochu, featuring Lu'an braised duck and steamed Wanjiang fish, approximately 160 yuan for two people; dinner at Shenyun Hanging Pot, featuring Jinzhai hanging pot chicken, paired with local wine, approximately 200 yuan for two people. - Accommodation: Stay at the Shuguang Platinum Hotel in the city center, comfortable and conveniently located, approximately 400 yuan per night. - Daily Expenses: Entrance fee 120 yuan + Experience 60 yuan + Dining 390 yuan + Accommodation 400 yuan = 970 yuan. 2. Day Two: Tiantangzhai Mountain and Water Exploration Tour - Itinerary: Early morning chartered car to Tiantangzhai (chartered car fee 200 yuan/one way), entrance fee + scenic shuttle bus 130 yuan/person. Morning hike through Baima Grand Canyon, enjoying the stream and canyon scenery; afternoon visit the waterfall group and explore the ruins of Liu Deng's army's advance into the Dabie Mountains. - Meals: Breakfast is included at the hotel; lunch is at a farmhouse restaurant near the scenic area, featuring braised pork with dried bamboo shoots and wild mountain vegetables, approximately 150 yuan for two people; dinner includes a local pork hot pot and stewed black-haired pork, approximately 180 yuan for two people. - Accommodation: Stay at Shangpin Yinxi Mountain Residence near the scenic area for convenient access to the next day's activities, approximately 400 yuan/night. - Daily Expenses: Transportation 200 yuan + Entrance Fees 260 yuan + Meals 330 yuan + Accommodation 400 yuan = 1190 yuan. 3. Day Three: Red Memory + Tea Garden Experience Tour - Itinerary: In the morning, visit Jinzhai Red Army Square (free) on the return trip to commemorate revolutionary martyrs; in the afternoon, head to Qitoushan Village (free), the core production area of ​​Lu'an Melon Seed Tea, where you can experience tea picking and tea processing (experience fee 50 yuan/person), and taste authentic Lu'an Melon Seed Tea. - Dining: Breakfast 15 RMB per person; Lunch at a farmhouse restaurant in Dushan Ancient Town, ordering stir-fried cured pork with water chestnut and sweet potato dumplings, approximately 140 RMB for two people; Dinner at Wanxi Renjia Local Cuisine Restaurant, trying hairy tofu and braised small river fish, approximately 160 RMB for two people. - Accommodation: Return to the city center and stay in a cost-effective business hotel, approximately 300 RMB per night. - Daily Expenses: Transportation 200 RMB + Experiences 100 RMB + Dining 330 RMB + Accommodation 300 RMB = 930 RMB. 4. Day Four: Hot Spring Relaxation + Return Trip Preparations - Itinerary: In the morning, visit Doushahe Hot Spring Town (entrance fee 198 RMB/person), relax in the bamboo forest hot spring pools, and experience the traditional Chinese medicine health-preserving hot spring pools; in the afternoon, visit Foziling Reservoir (free) for photos, then go to a local specialty shop in the city center to purchase souvenirs. - Dining: Breakfast costs approximately 20 yuan per person; lunch at a restaurant in the hot spring town, including local Huoshan dishes and mushroom soup, costs approximately 140 yuan for two people; dinner is a simple meal, costing approximately 100 yuan for two people, convenient for the return trip. - Transportation: Taxi fare between the hot spring town and the city center is approximately 100 yuan; taxi fare from the city center to the high-speed rail station is approximately 30 yuan. - Daily Expenses: Entrance fee 396 yuan + Dining 260 yuan + Transportation 130 yuan = 786 yuan. #Lu'anTourism #Lu'anTravelGuide

If you're looking for a leisurely and tranquil journey through Jiuhua Mountain, immersing yourself in its Zen atmosphere, this relaxing and unhurried guide is perfect for you. ⏰ Suggested One-Day Slow Tour Itinerary • 8:30-9:00 AM | Arrive at the Visitor Center and transfer to the scenic shuttle bus • 9:00-9:30 AM | Ride the shuttle to Jiuhua Street and begin your Zen journey • 9:30-10:30 AM | Visit Huacheng Temple, admire the ancient architecture and artifacts, and enjoy the tranquility of this ancient temple • 10:30-12:00 PM | Worship the Hall of the Flesh Relics and follow the monks around the hall for a devout prayer • 12:00-1:30 PM | Dine at Zaozishu Vegetarian Restaurant for a relaxing vegetarian meal • 1:30-3:30 PM | Climb the Baisui Palace for mountain views and panoramic views of Jiuhua Street • 3:30-5:00 PM | Stroll along Jiuhua Street, browse small shops, and enjoy tea • 5:00-6:00 PM | Descend the mountain by scenic shuttle bus • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Enjoy authentic Anhui cuisine at Song Restaurant and refuel! 🚶‍♀️ Recommended Core Route Visitor Center → Huacheng Temple → Hall of the Flesh Body → Centenary Palace 🍽️ Don't miss the flavors of Jiuhua ✨Zaozishu Vegetarian Restaurant — A renowned vegetarian restaurant chain, offering a tranquil retreat that complements the Buddhist atmosphere. — Recommended Dishes: • Matsutake Three Treasures Soup | Slow-cooked with carefully selected wild delicacies, the broth is clear and nourishing. • Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs | Made with lotus root, this dish offers a refreshingly sweet and sour flavor. • Golden Barbecued Pork | Made with soy protein, honey-roasted for a luscious, tantalizing finish. ✨Song Restaurant · Anhui Cuisine · Farmhouse Cuisine — Authentic Anhui cuisine, featuring local wild game for a pure, pure flavor. — Recommended Dishes: • Jiuhua Stone Chicken | A mountain specialty, its meat is firm and flavorfully cooked. • Stone Fungus Scrambled Eggs | A refreshing and fragrant combination of wild stone fungus and free-range eggs • Stir-fried Vegetables | Stir-fried local wild vegetables for a truly authentic flavor This combination allows you to visit the core temples while leisurely experiencing the Zen lifestyle of Jiuhua Mountain, truly achieving a journey of deep relaxation and well-being. #JiuhuashanTravelGuide #JiuhuashanFood #JiuhuashanBuddhaWorship #JiuhuaVegetarian #Hui CuisineExperience #JiuhuashanSlowTravel