Jiangnan Tianchi: A Playground Paradise Amidst Mountains and Waters
by ALDEN JIMENEZ
Apr 6, 2024
3 Days & 2 Nights Mountain and Water Secret Journey in Anji | Bamboo Forest Drifting & Oxygen Therapy Guide🍃
Come be a carefree mountain dweller in Anji! This small town surrounded by bamboo forests hides the most healing green paradise in the Yangtze River Delta. Sharing my golden travel route that covers both popular check-in spots and niche experiences~
🌿【Top Attractions】
📍Jiangnan Tianchi (Sky Pond)
Ticket: ¥80. The winding mountain road is breathtaking! Best visited after 4pm - the "Mirror of the Sky" at sunset is mesmerizing, and you can stargaze at night (half-price after 6pm)
📍Yunshang Grassland (Cloud Meadow)
Ticket: ¥280 (includes cable car). The cliff swing is thrilling! Wear sports shoes - rainbow grass slide and glass walkway are must-tries. Note: Bring a jacket for the temperature difference
📍Anji Bamboo Expo Garden
Ticket: ¥80. Meet pandas Run Yue and Qing Zai! Feeding shows at 10:30am/2:30pm daily. The bamboo culture museum is also worth visiting
📍Longwangshan Canyon Rafting
Ticket: ¥158. 1.5 hours of exhilarating fun! Bring change of clothes (locker room ¥5). Best in July-August (milder section available for kids)
📍Xiaohangkeng Campground
Called "Little Switzerland of Anji". Camp 1 is free for photos, Camp 2 requires reservation. Best at dawn/dusk for mist and sunset views!
🍵【Food Guide】
▪ Lao Li's Country Cuisine (Shengli West Rd): Must-try bamboo shoot pork and white tea shrimp
▪ Alujia Anji Cuisine (Changshuo Plaza): Amazing braised duck and creek fish with perilla
▪ Young Man Dry Noodles (Yingbin Ave): Fresh toppings, ¥25/person for generous portions
🏡【Accommodation】
▫ Luxury: Banyan Tree/Alila with unbeatable bamboo views
▫ Mid-range: Hanyun Mountain Resort with firefly-view rooms
▫ For rafting: Local B&Bs near Longwangshan (~¥200/person)
💡【Tips】
1️⃣ Attractions are far apart - recommend self-drive or chartered car (~¥400/day)
2️⃣ Buy authentic "Anji White Tea" with GI label direct from farmers
3️⃣ Bring strong mosquito repellent - bamboo forest bugs are vicious
4️⃣ Some mountain roads close in rain - check weather beforehand
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