Jiangsu Oriental Salt City Spring Photography & Performance Guide

At the foot of Maoshan Mountain lies a carefree fairyland town.

In spring, Oriental Salt City becomes the most romantic traditional Chinese secret paradise in Jiangnan! Mountain flower fields intertwine with Wei and Jin dynasty architecture, while the xianxia-style performances and immersive cultural experiences make every penny of the ticket price worthwhile.

📸 Three Recommended Photography Spots
1️⃣ Xiquan Pavilion·Flower Waterfall
A hundred-meter flower cascade pours down from the ancient pavilion, with pink and white flower waves complementing the blue-gray tiles and flying eaves, as if you've wandered onto the set of "A Dream of Splendor."
2️⃣ Qian Tianqiong·Pangu Creation 4D Theater
The giant armillary sphere building hides wonders within, with a stunning 4D film recreating the "Pangu Creates the World" mythology. Utilize the armillary sphere design and interior lighting for photos that blend reality and fantasy for a cinematic feel.
3️⃣ Salt God Palace·Salt Crystal Realm
The salt exchange hall (Salt God Palace) themed around thousand-year salt culture comes with its own eye-catching high-end filter of red walls and gray tiles, making it an excellent backdrop for photos. Additionally, the warm yellow lighting inside contrasts beautifully with the spring scenery outside, creating a striking collision of warm and cool tones that produces excellent photos.

🎭 Three Must-See Performances
1️⃣ Mulan Legend
Performed in the afternoon at Taiji Square. Mulan dons armor and wields a sword, displaying female heroism amid beating war drums. This action-packed show combines special effects with martial arts, with fire and water effects particularly complementing the spring breeze.
2️⃣ Hip Hop Dao
Street dance + Tai Chi + humorous plot, packed with laughs and excitement that will thrill the whole family.
3️⃣ Carefree Journey
360° water screen projection + dazzling fireworks + traditional Chinese dance, creating a fairyland of flowing lights under the night sky. The cool spring night breeze dances with the city lights, maximizing the romance.

📝 Practical Tips
1️⃣ Transportation Guide: Take bus 259/211 from Jintan High-speed Railway Station directly to the scenic area; if driving, search for "Oriental Salt City Main Entrance," with free shuttle service in the scenic area.
2️⃣ Must-try Spring Delicacies: Maoshan Old Goose and Xiaoyao Pastry on Daofeng Street, paired with seasonal fresh bamboo shoots and vegetables.
3️⃣ Recommended Accommodations: Soak in salt spring hot springs at Yanquan Hanguan with night views complementing spring flowers; Xun Lodge Hotel offers tranquil serenity with wabi-sabi aesthetics that provide a relaxing atmosphere.

A spring breeze over ten miles can't compare to the flowers and you at Oriental Salt City! Save this guide and set off! 🌸🚗