Summer Vacation Reverse Tour|Hidden and Less Crowded Summer Retreats in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, 1 Hour High-Speed Rail to a Fairy-Tale Town!

After spending too long in the hustle and bustle of the city, you yearn even more for the tranquil and distant mountains and waters~~🌄
Taizhou Tiantai County, a fairy-tale town just 1 hour by high-speed rail from Hangzhou!🏯
Clear skies and green waters🌊, cicadas chirping at ancient temples🏯, encounter the most poetic summer romance in this secret eastern Zhejiang paradise! No need to squeeze with crowds at all~

✨【3 Days 2 Nights Healing and Relaxing Itinerary】
🌈DAY1:
✅ Tiantai Mountain Waterfall (No. 2 Shifeng West Road)
▪️ The "Highest Waterfall in China" lives up to its name!💦
▪️ Ticket 100 RMB, recommended to arrive before 8 AM to avoid tourists
▪️ Remember to bring a raincoat! The mist is heavy and super refreshing~

✅ Tongxuan Temple (Tongxuan Village, Baihe Town)
▪️ Filming location of Zhao Liying’s "You Fei"✨
▪️ A quiet and simple Tang Dynasty ancient temple, absolutely stunning
▪️ The "Arhat Bamboo" inside the temple is great for photos!

✅ Shiliang Waterfall (Shiliang Town)
▪️ The only high mountain hanging waterfall in China! Super shocking!💥
▪️ Ticket 60 RMB, recommended to wear non-slip shoes

🌈DAY2:
✅ Guoqing Temple (Guoqing Scenic Area, Chengguan Town)
▪️ Ancient temple from the Sui Dynasty! Free admission, so generous~
▪️ In front of the temple, there is a beautiful sunflower field in July🌻
▪️ Organic vegetables grown by monks are for sale! Super fresh

✅ Mingyan Ancient Temple (Pingqiao Town)
▪️ A place with more fairy-like aura than ordinary temples!✨
▪️ You need to pass through a One-Line-Sky Gorge to get there, very secretive feeling
▪️ The secluded residence of Tang Dynasty poet Hanshanzi, rich in cultural heritage

🍜【Local Food】
▪️ Tiantai Wheat Cake: A delicious treat locals have eaten since childhood!
📍 Recommended shop: Tiantai Wheat Cake Museum
💰 Average price: 15 RMB
▪️ Dumpling Roll: Tiantai specialty snack, packed with fillings!
📍 Recommended shop: Tiantai Old Street Snacks
💰 Average price: 20 RMB

🏡【Accommodation Recommendations】
✅ Tiantai Yunjing Hotel
📍 Address: No. 188 Renmin West Road, Chicheng Street
💰 Price: 400+ RMB/night
▪️ Central city location, convenient for visiting attractions
▪️ Rooftop pool with amazing views!

✅ Tongxuan Temple Homestay
📍 Address: Tongxuan Village, Baihe Town
💰 Price: 800+ RMB/night
▪️ Same filming location as "You Fei"!!
▪️ Full of Zen atmosphere, you can hear the bell at night~

⚠️【Notes】
1️⃣ Tiantai Mountain scenic area has many mosquitoes, remember to bring insect repellent
2️⃣ Dress appropriately for temple visits
3️⃣ August is the rainy season, bring rain gear

🚗【Transportation Guide】
📍 High-speed rail: Hangzhou East → Tiantai Mountain Station (1 hour)
📍 Self-driving: About 1.5 hours from Hangzhou (navigate to "Tiantai Mountain Visitor Center")

This summer vacation, why not come to this hidden secret spot and enjoy a few days of carefree fairy life!🌿💫

Post by ?meraudeVoyage456 | Aug 23, 2025

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