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The article is reprinted from the official account: Poetry and Painting Zhejiang Cultural Tourism Information, with permission.
This is a large district under Hangzhou. Its beautiful scenery and long history are even more beautiful than those of Hangzhou's main urban area.
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Here is the 5,000-year-old Liangzhu ancient city ruins, which is a must-visit place for everyone in their lifetime; here is Tangqi, the first of the "Top Ten Famous Towns in Jiangnan", which has accumulated a profound cultural charm over thousands of years.
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Enter the Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park, where 3,660,000 square meters of land hold a unique story. Pushing back the dusty doors of history, the mysteries of the Fanshan Royal Tomb and the remains of the Mojiaoshan Palace—mysteries that have lingered for over 5,000 years and yet to be fully unraveled—could easily fill an entire day with a leisurely stroll, stopping here and there.
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The Lucheng Gate, the only land passage into the ancient city, stands majestic and imposing. From the Zhishan Observation Deck, over 30 meters above sea level, you can overlook the entire ancient city site. The Mojiaoshan Palace area bears witness to the supreme glory of 5,000 years ago. The Archaeological Simulation Center and Handicraft Workshop are perfect for bringing children to experience the joys of archaeology and crafts.
Tips:
Ticket price (for reference): 80 yuan/person (online reservation is required in advance, and only 3,000 places are available daily)
Address: Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Consultation Hotline: 0571-85855300
Enter the museum and discover a treasure trove of 5,000 years of cultural history. While you might have imagined life to be primitive and backward, the Liangzhu people lived a far more refined life than we imagine. They wore linen clothing, jade jewelry, crafted fine lacquerware, and enjoyed fresh river pork. They also possessed a variety of exquisite jade artifacts, which are sure to amaze you!
Tips:
Tickets (for reference): Free
Address: No. 1 Meilizhou Road, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:30) except statutory holidays
This is the only building designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando in Hangzhou. The mysterious geometric world of steel and concrete perfectly captures the beauty of abstinence. It's a perfect spot for photos and check-in, with even supermodel Du Juan and actor Li Yifeng having visited.
Inside the "Big Roof," Xiaoshu Library, spread across two floors, houses a collection of 50,000 books, each carefully selected for exceptional readability. The library is filled with the fragrance of books and tranquility, while flowers bloom and fall outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, bringing a sense of being transported back to university.
Tips:
Address: Hangzhou Liangzhu Culture and Art Center, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Xiaoshuguan has a daily limit of 300 people. You can register for reservations through the official website or WeChat public account of Xiaoshuguan.
D1: Liangzhu Museum - Liangzhu National Heritage Park - Liangzhu Cultural Village
D2: Mengqi Town - Pingyao Old Street - Nanshan Statue - Beihu Grassland
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Hangzhou may be considered a gentle city, but a closer look reveals a truly intense place hidden within this gentle landscape: Jingshan. The winding road leading up to the mountain is a favorite destination for many drivers. With two lanes, steep slopes on one side and cliffs on the other, the narrow road boasts steep slopes and sharp turns, earning it the nickname "Hangzhou's Akina Mountain."
The 3-kilometer Jingshan Ancient Trail, originally built during the Tang Dynasty, has served as a vital route for Buddhist pilgrims to Jingshan Temple throughout history, and has been a beloved destination for generations of literary masters. Following this path, you'll reach Jingshan Temple, known as the "Crown of Zen Temples in Jiangnan."
Jingshan Temple, founded in the Tang Dynasty, was hailed as the most prestigious of the Five Mountains and Ten Temples of Jiangnan during the Song Dynasty. At its peak, the temple boasted numerous halls and housed 3,000 monks. Living in this secluded place, the monks, after morning bells and evening drums, chanting and meditating, strolled along the ancient mountaintop paths, chatting and picking tea, watching the blossoms bloom and fall, and listening to the gentle sounds of the mountain streams – a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Tips:
Ticket price (for reference): 20 yuan/person
Address: Jingshan top, Jingshan Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Transportation: You can take the free shuttle bus from Jingshan Temple to the scenic area (the mountain road is narrow and the traffic is complicated, so it is recommended to transfer). It is very suitable for those traveling with the elderly and children. Alternatively, you can walk the Jingshan Ancient Trail. Although the mountain road is a bit tiring, the scenery along the way is really beautiful.
In spring, the beauty of Jingshan, beyond the scent of tea, can only be described as "blooming." A stunning sea of flowers vie for attention. Standing on the gentle slopes, you can easily take in every blade of grass, tree, rock, and scene within the sea of flowers. The scenery is simply breathtaking. Aboard the rumbling train, weaving through the sea of flowers, against the backdrop of distant blue sky and white clouds, it feels like transporting you to the rural countryside of another land.
Tips:
Ticket price (for reference): 60 yuan/person
Address: No. 99, Longhuang Road, Jingshan Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Consultation Hotline: 0571-88580200
Bamboo rafting is a popular activity at Shuangxi Rafting. Before boarding the raft, take a ride on an oxcart along the bamboo path. The distinctive cries of the oxcart drivers serve as a gentle prelude to the rafting experience, creating a unique and charming rural experience that will leave you feeling fresh and new. The 3.5-kilometer raft journeys through a vast sea of bamboo, accompanied by a gentle breeze and lush greenery, perfectly evoking the poem: "The stream is sparkling, the waves are gentle, the bamboo sea is a song worth rafting." The phoenix tails on both sides are unstoppable, and laughter lifts the journey through the picturesque scenery.
Tips:
Tickets (for reference): Bamboo raft 110 yuan/person, leather raft 135 yuan/person, including scenic area transfer
Address: No. 7, Shuangxi Zhuhai Road, Jingshan Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Consultation Hotline: 0571-88501938
The name "Shangougou" might conjure up images of remote, impoverished countryside. However, this isn't the case. Located in the heart of Zhejiang Province, home to honey pears, it's surrounded by lush green mountains and countless clear ponds. Every angle reveals a breathtaking landscape painting. Brew a cup of Shangougou spring tea and savor this beautiful countryside experience, basking in its rich aroma.
Tips:
Address: Shangougou Village, Luniao Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
D1: Jingshan Flower Sea - Zen Tea Experience at the Distribution Center - Jingshan Ancient Road - Jingshan Temple
D2: Shuangxi Rafting - Shangougou Scenic Area - Luniao RV Camping Park - Zhuyi Baizhang Scenic Area
Compared to its neighboring Jiangnan towns, Tangqi Ancient Town, nestled quietly in a corner of Yuhang, Hangzhou, may seem much more understated. Yet, when it comes to the charm of Jiangnan water towns, it rivals them in every detail. Founded in the Northern Song Dynasty, it attracted merchants since the Yuan Dynasty. By the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was ranked among the "Ten Famous Towns of Jiangnan." Emperor Qianlong visited it several times during his seven voyages to the south.
Unlike ordinary small bridges and flowing water, the Guangji Bridge exudes a majestic aura, soaring into the azure clouds. Ascending the weathered stone steps, each step feels like touching history. This seven-arch stone arch, the only remaining bridge on the Grand Canal, has endured centuries, like the soul of Tangqi, bearing witness to its rise and fall.
Tangqi isn't a small town, but it boasts historic houses dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, delicious food that foodies crave, and a slower pace of life that city dwellers yearn for. After more than 600 years of development, the water here is now unrestrained, fishing pens are everywhere, and people live by the water, creating a truly tranquil experience: "Houses line the waterside, buildings float in the air, and the water is tranquil."
Tips:
Tickets (for reference): Free
Address: Tangqi Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
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Chaoshan's beauty is evoked by Wu Changshuo's "Ten miles of plum blossoms, a sea of fragrant snow," Yu Dafu's "Plum Blossoms of Chaoshan," where "a heap of rocks on the mountaintop, a thousand plum blossoms at the foot," and Kang Youwei's "Thirty miles, a million plum trees..." Plum blossoms elsewhere have only five petals, but Chaoshan's boasts six, a truly remarkable sight. In its heyday, the expansive ten-mile expanse of Chaoshan's plum blossoms was a truly poetic spectacle.
Tips:
Ticket price (for reference): 50 yuan/person
Address: Xiaobai Line, Chaoshan Village, Tangqi Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou (near Longchao Line)
D1: Tangqi Ancient Town - Tangchao Trail - Chaoshan Scenic Area - Yishang Town
In his poem "Sunny and Rainy in Xixi," Yu Dafu compared Xixi to West Lake: West Lake is "too neat, too small, and lacks flavor," while Xixi has a more "wild charm." If you're looking for more pristine beauty in this "wild charm" of Xixi, I recommend visiting Hongyuan.
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Surrounded by winding waterways and mountains, Hongyuan, with its white walls and black tiles, exudes a sense of seclusion and seclusion. A rowboat paddles across the shimmering waters, gently sailing into the depths of nature. The old houses and quaint scenery of Hongyuan evoke Hangzhou's past. Back then, Hangzhou's Lin'an was the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty, a place of fine carriages and fragrant spring breezes.
Tips:
Ticket price (for reference): 80 yuan/person
Address: Wujiawan Entrance or Longshezui Entrance, Hongyuan, Xixi Wetland, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
Jack Ma once said that Hangzhou is a place where dreams can come true. Dream Town is located in Cangqian Ancient Town, a thousand-year-old water town with a history of over 880 years. The streets preserve cultural relics such as Zhang Taiyan's former residence and the "Siwu Granary," along with a large number of ancient buildings. The "seed warehouses," converted from old granaries, have become workspaces for "pan-university students" starting their own businesses, becoming the starting point for countless young people's dreams.
Tips:
Tickets (for reference): Free
Address: No. 1399, Liangmu Road, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
D1: Xixi Wetland Hongyuan - Dream Town (Zhang Taiyan's Former Residence, Four-No Granary) - Jiangnan Slow Village
