A Perfect Encounter of Water Towns and Mountain-Sea Charm
by CHRISTOPHER DAVIDSON
Jun 22, 2025
"The wind of Ningbo blows through Tianyi Pavilion, and books contain legends from ancient times to the present." Because of the poem "Ningbo", I am full of yearning for this city where the Jiangnan water town and the seaport blend together. In March in Ningbo, spring is back 🌱, everything is reviving, I set foot on this land, and now I will share this awesome travel guide with you 😎.
Preliminary preparation
The temperature in Ningbo gradually warms up in March, but there is a big temperature difference between morning and evening, so it is recommended to bring a thin jacket🧥. Book tickets in advance on the official WeChat account of the attraction or travel APP to facilitate itinerary planning. At the same time, prepare comfortable shoes to facilitate traveling between various attractions.
My route
• Day 1: Arrive in Ningbo - Nantang Old Street
When I first arrived in Ningbo, I went straight to Nantang Old Street. The ancient streets and alleys here, with blue bricks and gray tiles, are full of Jiangnan charm. There are a wide variety of street snacks, such as Youzanzi, Tanggao, Ningbo Tangyuan and other delicacies. Every bite has the taste of Ningbo and instantly awakens your taste buds😋.
• Day 2: Tianyi Pavilion Museum - Old Bund
In the morning, visit Tianyi Pavilion Museum, one of the oldest libraries in Asia. Filled with the fragrance of books and surrounded by deep courtyards, you will feel the charm of "books from ancient times to the present". In the afternoon, we came to the Old Bund, where the European-style buildings and the river complement each other. Here you can drink coffee, visit small shops and enjoy a relaxing time. When the lights come on at night, there is a unique charm.
About surrounding attractions
• Tianyi Pavilion Museum: "The wind of Ningbo blows through Tianyi Pavilion, and the books contain legends from ancient times to the present." Tianyi Pavilion has gone through hundreds of years of wind and rain and is a symbol of Ningbo culture. Its collection of books, gardens, and architecture are all very distinctive.
• Old Bund: As one of the earliest Bunds in China, it integrates Chinese and Western cultures and has many historical buildings and characteristic bars. It is a good place to experience Ningbo's nightlife.
• Nantang Old Street: It retains the traditional street layout of Ningbo and is home to many time-honored shops. It is an excellent place to experience Ningbo’s folk culture and taste delicious food.
Accommodation Guide
It is recommended to live near Tianyi Square, which has convenient transportation, many shopping malls and restaurants, and multiple bus lines and subways intersect here, making it convenient to go to various attractions🏨.
Food Guide
• Ningbo glutinous rice balls: soft, glutinous and sweet. Take a bite and the black sesame filling will flow out. It is sweet but not greasy. It is a representative delicacy of Ningbo, "Great"! 🥣
• Stir-fried crab with red roe: It is salty and fresh, with translucent crab meat and fiery red roe. It is a frequent guest on the table of Ningbo people, where you can enjoy the authentic Ningbo flavor.
• Ningbo baked vegetables: Made with local green vegetables, they are red in color, soft and sticky in texture, with a slight sweetness, and full of the taste of home.
In March in Ningbo, the sun is not too strong and the breeze is just right. In the melody of "Ningbo", encounter the ancient charm and modern trends of this city and start an unforgettable journey to Ningbo! 💖
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