Changxing

Changxing, this small town blessed by time, has truly given me so many surprises! The top choice for a weekend getaway, you can check off the ancient ginkgo corridor, the beautiful Taihu Lake scenery, and the Zen tea mountains all at once. The best part is it's super close to Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, so you can go anytime without any stress~

🌸 Treasure route sharing:
【Day 1: Ancient Ginkgo and Zen Journey】
📍 Changxing Ancient Ginkgo Corridor (Entrance fee 80 RMB)
A stunning secret spot open from 8:30 to 17:00! It’s recommended to visit in October-November to see the golden ginkgo rain. Wearing Hanfu makes for amazing photos 📸 (Address: Fangyi Village, Xiaopu Town, Changxing County, Huzhou City)
📍 Tang Dynasty Tribute Tea House (Entrance fee 60 RMB)
Open from 9:00 to 17:00, this is a world tea culture sanctuary. Be sure to experience the tea ceremony performance (Address: Guzhu Village, Shuikou Township, Changxing County)

【Day 2: Romance by Taihu Lake】
📍 Taihu Tuying Wetland Park (Entrance fee 100 RMB including boat ride)
Taking a rowboat through the reed marshes is a great experience~ It’s best to go before 9 AM for fewer people and beautiful scenery (Address: Taihu Tuying Tourism Resort, Changxing County)
📍 Xianshan Lake Scenic Area
Cycling around the lake is super relaxing, and you can see vast lotus ponds (a beautiful sight from May to September)

🥘 Must-try foods:
✅ Dry Tossed Noodles - Recommended at Old Changxing Noodle House (Jinling South Road, Changxing County)
✅ Tea Cake - The freshly steamed tea cakes in Guzhu Village are the most authentic

📌 Practical Tips:
1. You can enjoy hot springs at Kaiyuan Fang Grassland from late December to January♨
2. It’s recommended to stay near the Shuikou Tea Culture Scenic Area, where homestays offer great value
3. Taking a taxi from Changxing Station to the scenic spots usually takes about 30 minutes
4. Driving between scenic spots is the most convenient, but you can also hire a car for tours