I thought Suzhou was already beautiful enough, until I went to Yancheng, Jiangsu…

When it comes to tourism in Jiangsu, the first things that come to mind are Nanjing Confucius Temple and Suzhou Gardens. But today, I want to recommend a seriously underrated treasure of a small city! 👏
Here, waterways are everywhere, cranes dance gracefully, and elk roam in herds...
You can unlock a divine couple, magical beasts, and a natural oxygen bar in just two days and one night! ✨

▫️ Day 1 Itinerary
【Tianxianyuan Scenic Area】📍Xixi Tourism and Culture Scenic Area, Dongtai City
🎫 Ticket: 80 RMB
⏰ Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM
The live scene of the immortal couple Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy spreading love 💘
Tang-style architecture makes every photo a classical masterpiece 🏯
Recommended to come after 4:00 PM! Experience both daytime and nighttime views!
Highly recommend the live show "Tianxianyuan"!!
Water mist + holographic projection is breathtakingly beautiful 💫
Hanfu sisters, remember to come with your makeup and costumes ready 📸

▫️ Day 2 Itinerary
【China Milu Park】📍Milu Avenue, Dafeng District
🎫 Ticket: 55 RMB
⏰ Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
See the real "Four Not Like" elk with your own eyes 🦌
Taking the sightseeing car to feed the deer up close is so healing~
Recommended to come in the morning! The elk are more active then.

【Huanghai Forest Park】📍Coastal Economic Zone, Dongtai City
🎫 Ticket: 50 RMB
⏰ Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
The largest "green lung" in East China lives up to its name 🌲
Riding the little train through the misty forest is so dreamy 🚂
Remember to wear light-colored clothes! Perfect for photos.

🍜 Must-try Food List:
1️⃣ Yancheng Eight Bowls (Zhulin Branch)
✔️ Glutinous rice meatballs are forever the best! The lotus root pieces are crispy and amazing
✔️ Retro environment, great for photos. Recommended to dine off-peak
📍146 Jianjun Middle Road, Tinghu District

2️⃣ Qiansui·Jishiyu
✔️ Signature creamy tofu is a must-order!
✔️ Tatami seats require advance reservation ☎️
📍2 Xuri Road, Tinghu District

3️⃣ Lao Chen Egg Pancake
✔️ Double eggs + pork tenderloin + shredded potatoes, a legendary combo
✔️ The breakfast queue king, remember to go early!
📍Dayu Garden, Xiwang Avenue, Tinghu District

4️⃣ Wang Er Fish Soup Noodles
✔️ Pepper fish soup is incredibly addictive
✔️ Authentic old shop vibe 💯
📍58 Yingbin North Road, Tinghu District

🏨 Accommodation Recommendation:
【Huanghai Forest Resort Hotel】
✔️ Forest view right outside your window 🌳
✔️ No mosquitoes in the rooms! Detail lovers will be thrilled
✔️ 5-minute walk to the scenic area, super convenient
📍Inside Huanghai Forest Park, Dongtai City

⚠️ Travel Tips:
1️⃣ Remember to buy carrots (10 RMB/bag) for the Milu Park
2️⃣ Don’t miss the last forest train at 4:30 PM
3️⃣ Tianxianyuan show is closed every Monday
4️⃣ Big temperature difference between morning and evening, bring a jacket

Turns out the scenes from fairy tales are real!
This seriously underrated small city in Jiangsu
really gave me so many surprises 💕