Shaoxing: A Treasure Town | Seeking the Way at Xianglu Peak, Kuaiji | Exploring Fushan Park

Day 1 Suzhou → Kuaiji Mountain → Fushan Park → Suzhou

07:00

Meeting Point 1: 07:00-07:10, intersection of Jintang Street and Zongguantang Road (near Exit 6 of Pinghe Road Station on Metro Line 2. Parking for self-drive vehicles is available at Yaosheng Building. Maximum admission fee: 20 yuan per day)

Meeting Point 2: 07:30-07:35, Suzhou City Toll Station (G1522 Changtai Expressway Entrance), 200 meters south, waiting for the bus under the elevated road (if you drive, you can park at Huadong Decoration City, the maximum fee is about 25 yuan/day)

Meeting Point 3: 07:55-08:00, Wujiang South Toll Station, Pangjin Road, Wujiang District, Expressway Entrance

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The team leader on the bus introduced the team members to each other, explained the itinerary and played interactive games, and they laughed and chatted all the way to their destination.

10:30

Arrive at Xianglu Peak Scenic Area

Xianglu Peak is one of the peaks of Kuaiji Mountain. Although only 354 meters above sea level, it is the highest peak near the ancient Yue City in Shaoxing and offers a prime vantage point for panoramic views of the city. Its square summit, just a few dozen meters square, resembles a covered incense burner, prompting the Tang Dynasty poet Bai Juyi to compose a poem titled "The steep peak resembles a Buddhist incense burner." During rainy weather, the peak is shrouded in mist and haze, earning it the nickname "Lufeng Misty Rain," making it one of the 12 scenic spots in central Yue.

13:00

Prepare your own lunch at noon and go down the mountain to take the bus to the next stop in time.

2:00 PM

Arrive at Shaoxing Museum (no reservation required, enter by swiping your ID card)

Shaoxing Museum, a national first-class museum integrating collection, preservation, and research, is located within the Yuewangcheng Historical and Cultural Protection Area. It covers 6,053 square meters, with a floor area of ​​9,533 square meters. The museum's design is inspired by a bronze chariot house used for musical instruments, blending history and nature. The museum houses 37,741 cultural relics, including 1,674 rare artifacts of Grade III or higher. Featured items include Neolithic stone axes, Shang and Zhou dynasty porcelain, Yue kiln celadon, Kuaiji bronze mirrors, and Ming and Qing dynasty paintings and calligraphy. The primary exhibition, "Spring and Autumn Period in the Yue Land: Shaoxing History and Culture," showcases the city's history. Temporary exhibitions are also held periodically, allowing visitors to explore the historical context of Shaoxing.

Fushan Park

Fushan Park, adjacent to the museum, is a historic and scenic urban park. Named after the former Shaoxing Prefecture, Fushan was located to its east. Within the park lies the Yuewang Terrace, built to commemorate the story of Goujian, King of Yue, who slept on firewood and tasted gall. A "Wizard of Oz" hidden within the heart of Shaoxing. Near Cangqiao Zhiqiao and Xixiao Road, ascend the Feiyi Tower for a panoramic view overlooking Shaoxing's quaint old streets. To commemorate Goujian, King of Yue, the Yuewang Terrace was built here. The vicissitudes of life are evident in the ancient stage, where ruined monuments and mountain waterfalls coexist within the city walls. "Fushan City, half the history of Yuecheng." If you visit Shaoxing, you must visit this place to encounter the clear and melodious songs of the Yue land.

5:30 PM

Gather and board the bus back to Suzhou.

9:00 PM

When we arrived in Suzhou, everyone was still reluctant to leave and kissed goodbye with tears in their eyes.

Driving time: about 3 hours

Hiking: The round trip to Xianglu Peak is about 5km, with a total ascent of about 350m

Notes: 1. There are three meeting points to choose from. Please note the meeting time and do not be late. 2. Shaoxing Old Town has many scenic spots. Tourists are free to explore as they please. Please meet at the designated time and location. 3. Note: Tourists must make their own reservations for the Shaoxing Museum tour through the official WeChat account. 4. The tour leader will arrange the tour order based on the actual situation. Please be advised.

Shaoxing is a famous water town in the south of the Yangtze River, with a long cultural heritage and water town charm.

Xianglu Peak, located on Huiji Mountain in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, stands at an altitude of 354 meters. Its summit, shaped like an incense burner, is connected to the Mausoleum of Yu the Great. This scenic spot, home to both Buddhist temples and scenic spots, boasts scenic views of central Yue, such as "Lufeng Misty Rain." The mountain's ridge is dotted with unusual peaks and rocks, including Half Moon Rock and Flying Stone. The mountain's Lufeng Zen Temple is quite large, and the annual Lufeng Incense Market, held on the 19th day of the second, sixth, and ninth lunar months, attracts numerous visitors for pilgrimage, incense burning, and sightseeing.

Shaoxing Museum: Founded in 1992, it relocated to the Yuewangcheng Historical and Cultural Protection Area in 2010. The building is modeled after a bronze music house found among Shaoxing's unearthed artifacts. The museum houses over 18,300 artifacts, featuring Neolithic stone axes, stamped pottery from the Shang and Zhou dynasties to the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, primitive porcelain, and the Sword of the King of Yue. The primary exhibition, "The Spring and Autumn Period of Yue - Shaoxing History and Culture," is divided into six sections: "Pre-Yue, Yue State, Kuaiji Commandery, Yuezhou, Shaoxing Prefecture, and Modern Shaoxing," systematically showcasing Shaoxing's history and culture.

Fushan Park, located in the western corner of Shaoxing Old Town, covers 25 hectares and is named after the former Shaoxing Prefecture, which was located to its east. Its shape resembles a sleeping dragon, earning it the nickname Wolong Mountain. The mountain boasts numerous historical sites, including the Yuewang Terrace, Yuewang Palace, Wen Zhong's Tomb, Feiyi Tower, and Tang and Song Dynasty cliff carvings. These sites represent nearly 2,000 years of history and are a symbol of Shaoxing's ancient Yue history and culture. It also serves as a base for patriotism education and anti-corruption education, making it a popular destination for a photo stop.