Sunrise over Jiangnan, a landscape like an ink painting

Slow Travel in the Ink-Wash Jiangnan | Complete 2-Day Spring Itinerary for Dongyang 🌿

Dongyang, rated as China's most beautiful water town by "Chinese National Geography," truly feels like stepping into an ink painting! Strolling between white walls and black-tiled roofs these past two days, I've completely fallen in love with this riverside town.

✨ Itinerary:
Day 1: Lu Residence → Dongyang Wood Carving Museum → Dongyang Old Street
Start your morning at Lu Residence to experience Ming-Qing era architecture - perfect for hanfu photos. Lunch at the time-honored "Dongyang Flavors" near the museum for authentic local dishes. Afternoon shopping for handicrafts on Old Street, then stay overnight at the Blossom Hill Inn.

Day 2: Hengdian World Studios → Dream Valley
Dedicate the whole day to Hengdian! Must-sees include the Qin Dynasty Palace and the Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival area (rent period costumes here). The Dream Valley light show at night is spectacular - combo tickets offer better value.

🎯 Practical tips:
1. Best photo time: 7-8am when morning mist creates magical bridge-and-canal views
2. Wear comfortable shoes for Old Street's cobblestones - slippery when wet
3. Don't miss local specialty Dongyang Womian noodles at "Old Granny Womian"

🚗 Transportation:
1.5-hour drive from Hangzhou, or take high-speed rail to Yiwu Station then transfer by bus. Walk or rent bikes within scenic areas to fully appreciate the water town charm.

Post by Julian Perez | Aug 5, 2025