Day 1 Shanghai → Yixing → Dingshan Little Great Wall → Shanghai
07:45
Meet and sign in at the designated location of China-TravelNote.
08:00
Depart on time, with interactive onboard activities and itinerary introductions, and lots of laughter along the way!
10:30
We arrived at the trailhead at the foot of Fuyuan Temple, warmed up briefly, and began our hike.
11:00
We arrived at the gate of Fuyuan Zen Temple. After touring the temple, we enjoyed a vegetarian meal together. Each person paid 20 yuan, which could be paid by scanning the QR code at the temple. (This vegetarian meal is well-known far and wide, and I highly recommend trying it.)
Warm reminder: Vegetarian meals use the temple’s public tableware. Please wash them after use and return them to the designated location in the temple. If you mind, please bring your own lunch box.
After lunch, we followed our guide up the "Little Great Wall," a 2-kilometer-long structure that winds its way around the mountain's slopes, encircling Fuyuan Temple. From the wall, we gazed out over the vast expanse of Taihu Lake, and on clear days, even the center of the lake itself. The breathtaking scenery of the lake and mountains is truly breathtaking!
13:00
We exited Fuyuan Temple, crossed the firebreak, and crossed the mountain ridge. Dachao Mountain, nestled among dozens of peaks, resembled the petals of a lotus flower nestled tightly around its pod. The misty clouds shrouded the mountain, cloaking it in a veil of mystical beauty. Clear waters and blue skies, auspicious clouds enveloped us, while lush forests enveloped us, and fresh air filled the air. Everywhere we looked, we were filled with vibrant colors, a breathtaking beauty.
2:30 PM
As the hike drew to a close, we arrived at a small village at the foot of Dachao Mountain. We boarded the long-awaited bus and began our return journey.
5:30 PM
Returning to the starting point, everyone was reluctant to leave, kissed goodbye with tears in their eyes, and made plans for the next trip.
