Huai'an: Zhou Enlai Memorial Hall
by Murray Family
Jun 30, 2023
【Must-Visit Historical and Cultural Attractions】
1️⃣Zhou Enlai Memorial Hall & Former Residence
📍Location: No. 2 Yonghuai Road, Huai'an District
✨Highlights: National 5A-level scenic spot! Garden-style layout + precious cultural relics and documents, an immersive experience of Premier Zhou's patriotic spirit✨
⏰Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 9:00-17:30 (Closed on Mondays)
📝Tips: It is recommended to book in advance and dress respectfully. Show reverence when commemorating a great person.
2️⃣Huai'an Government Office
📍Location: No. 38 Dongmen Street, Huai'an District
⚡️Must-do: The largest Ming and Qing dynasty government office complex in the country! The 500㎡ main hall is incredibly impressive, and the "court trial" interactive experience is super fun👨⚖️
⏰Recommendation: Better with a guide, allow 2 hours for a leisurely visit.
3️⃣Hexia Ancient Town
📍Location: Guyi Street, Hexia, Huai'an District
🍡Features: A thousand-year-old ancient town! Wu Cheng'en's Former Residence + Shen Kun's Zhuangyuan Mansion + Youduanzi Snack Street, maximum sense of time travel!
📸Activities: Hanfu photos + snack hopping, recommended to spend 3-4 hours.
4️⃣China Grand Canal Museum
📍Location: Caoyun Square
🌊Highlights: The only Grand Canal transport-themed museum in the country! Super cool multimedia displays, revealing the glorious history of the "Capital of the Grand Canal"🚢
5️⃣Qingyan Garden
📍Location: No. 92 Renmin South Road, Qingjiangpu District
🏯Features: The only surviving official garden along the Grand Canal! Jiangnan style + Northern courtyards, the koi pond is super healing🐟
🌿【Stunning Natural Scenery】
1️⃣Tieshan Temple National Forest Park
📍Location: Xuyi County
🍁Must-do: 4A-level scenic spot! Autumn red leaves are divine, hiking, stargazing + canyon rafting for maximum fun.
2️⃣Hongze Lake Tourist Area
🌅Activities: Boat trip to watch the sunset + bird watching, the world heritage levee is absolutely beautiful!
3️⃣Baimahu Tourist Resort
📍Location: Jinhu County
🌻Seasonal Exclusive: Autumn sunflower sea🌻 + Winter ice and snow park❄️
🎢【Theme Park Fun】
1️⃣Huai'an Journey to the West Park
📍Location: No. 6 Xiyou Avenue, Economic Development Zone
🎫Ticket Price: 145 RMB
🕒Opening Hours: Friday-Sunday 10:00-21:00 (The light show is amazing!)
💥Must-do: 30+ Journey to the West themed attractions, the evening fireworks show is breathtaking!
2️⃣Fantawild Oriental Dawn
🇨🇳Features: High-tech experience of red culture, an immersive history lesson.
🍜【Foodie Guide】
😋Must-try: Soft-shelled Turtle with Eel❗️Pingqiao Tofu❗️Crab Roe Soup Dumplings bursting with juice💦
🍴Recommendations: Chuqiao Restaurant / Haimei Xifan Village (8 RMB for a filling meal!)
🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】
🌟High-end: Journey to the West Park Theme Hotel / Hongze Lake Hot Spring Resort
🏮Unique: Hexia Ancient Town Banyan Tree Courtyard (Hanfu photoshoot get✓)
💸Cost-effective: Hotels in Huaihai Square Commercial Area (Avg. 150 RMB/night)
🚗【Transportation Tips】
🚄High-speed Rail: Nanjing 1h / Shanghai 3h direct to Huai'an East Station
🚖Within the City: Didi + shared bikes are super convenient.
📅【Itinerary Recommendations】
3-Day Cultural Tour👇
Day 1: Premier Zhou Memorial Hall → Huai'an Government Office → Lihe River Night Cruise
Day 2: Hexia Ancient Town → Journey to the West Park (Night session is amazing!)
Day 3: Hongze Lake Boat Trip → Tieshan Temple Hike
2-Day Weekend Tour👇
Day 1: Huai'an Government Office → Grand Canal Museum → Hexia Food
Day 2: Cycling in Jiangba Ancient Town + Tasting lake delicacies
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