Free forever! This small ancient town is more beautiful than Wuzhen
by IdaAndersson
Aug 29, 2024
🌸Forever free❗️1.5 hours direct from Hangzhou to Nanxun Ancient Town, "wilder than Wuzhen"‼️A complete guide for food, accommodation, and transportation🚣♂️
🛬【Itinerary】
Day1️⃣ Arrive at 13:00 → Baijian Building boat tour → Xiaolian Villa → Zhang Shiming Former Residence → Night light show
Day2️⃣ 8:00 Spring Orchid Teahouse morning tea → Zhang Jingjiang Former Residence → Jiaye Library → Liu Family Stairway → Return at 15:00
🕒Best stay: 1.5 days, slow pace + photo breaks📸
⛺【Must-visit Attractions】
🚣♂️Baijian Building: Red lanterns hang on both banks, 3 yuan boat ticket is worth it!
🌿Xiaolian Villa: Private garden of the richest man in late Qing Dynasty, Taihu stones + lotus pond = Jiangnan’s cover photo🖼️
🏛️Zhang Shiming Former Residence: Baroque carvings + horse-head walls, the ultimate blend of East and West beauty!
📚Jiaye Library: The “library” ceiling of the Republic era, carved window lattices let in light = natural filter✨
🕍Liu Family Stairway: Red brick arcades + French terrace, pretend you’re in Europe series🇪🇺
🍩【Must-eat Food】
🍜Shuangjiao Noodles: Crispy pork + fried fish combo, broth so fresh it’ll raise your eyebrows!
🍡Dingsheng Cake: Hot red bean paste with molten center, pork lard adds the finishing touch, a must for glutinous rice lovers🤤
🍶Nanxun Rice Wine: 5% alcohol, slightly tipsy, ice-chilled with explosive rice aroma, girl-friendly🥂
🏨【Accommodation Guide】
Stay at “Baijian Building” riverside guesthouse, open the window to water town views🌊 Recommended “Nanxun · Hidden River Residence”💰300+ including breakfast, perfect for night scenes + morning mist shots!
🚌【Transportation Guide】
🚗Self-drive: Depart Hangzhou → Lianhang Expressway → Nanxun South Exit → Ancient Town South Gate Parking Lot🅿️10 yuan/day
🚄High-speed rail: Huzhou Station → Bus 101 for 30 minutes directly to the scenic spot entrance, taxi about 50 yuan🚕
🧡【Tips】
⚠️Tickets are free but reservation required, scan code on WeChat mini program “Nanxun Ancient Town” to enter!
⚠️Boat tours stop at 17:30, hurry to catch the sunset🌅
⚠️Spring Orchid Teahouse has only 8 tables, arrive before 8 am to secure a spot☕
⚠️Full WiFi coverage in the scenic area, no pressure for live streaming📶
⚠️Crowded on weekends, recommend weekdays for exclusive photo sessions📷
Nanxun Ancient Town · Huzhou
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