乌镇 Wuzhen - The best Ancient town you must visit!
by Choy Yangqun
Nov 20, 2024
Hey folks, want to embark on a magical journey through a thousand years? There’s a great spot near Shanghai—Hangzhou Songcheng! Here, you can experience Hanfu time travel, martial arts flash mobs, as well as time-travel concerts and a time-space market waiting for you to explore. Plus, now you can enjoy VIP queue-free access to Xitang, with Hanfu experiences and nighttime tours of the West Street! Hurry up and take a spontaneous spring trip!
🎈Itinerary:
Day 1: Jin Mao Tower 88th Floor Observation Deck
Stand at Shanghai’s highest point and overlook the bustling scenery on both sides of the Huangpu River, fully feeling the charm of the Magic City.
Day 2: Lingering Garden — Shantang Street — Wuzhen West Scenic Zone
Wander through the classical Lingering Garden and savor the charm of Jiangnan; stroll along Shantang Street to experience the antique street atmosphere; arrive at Wuzhen West Scenic Zone in the evening to enjoy VIP queue-free priority and Hanfu experience, traveling through a thousand years of time.
Day 3: Wuzhen East Scenic Zone — Xitang Ancient Town — Misty Rain Corridor — Hangzhou Songcheng
Visit Wuzhen East Scenic Zone early in the morning to experience water town life; then head to Xitang Ancient Town, stroll along the Misty Rain Corridor to feel the hazy Jiangnan water town; arrive at Hangzhou Songcheng in the evening to join the time-travel carnival, take photos with ancient figures, experience the thrilling world of martial arts heroes, listen to the time-travel concert, explore the time-space market, and start an unprecedented journey through time.
Day 4: West Lake Scenic Area — Su Causeway — Qinghefang Street
Tour the West Lake Scenic Area, stroll along Su Causeway, and enjoy the lake and mountain scenery; finally, visit Qinghefang Street to taste the unique snacks of the ancient street and conclude a pleasant trip.
Must-visit spots:
🌟 Hangzhou Songcheng 🌟🌟
Address: No. 148 Zhijiang Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
Opening Hours: March 8 - March 31, 09:30-21:00
Duration: 1 day
Songcheng takes you through a thousand years to experience the ancient charm of Jiangnan and the prosperity of the Song Dynasty. Hanfu, martial arts, concerts, and a time-space market await your exploration!
🍃 West Lake Scenic Area 🍃
Address: No. 1 Longjing Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
Open: All day
Duration: 1 day
Endless lakeside scenery, a perfect blend of nature and culture, not to be missed!
🏞️ Wuzhen 🏞️
Address: No. 18 Shifo South Road, Tongxiang City, Jiaxing
Opening Hours: 09:00-22:00
Duration: 1 day
A historic Jiangnan water town, filming location of "Like Water for Time," feel the charm of the ancient town.
🌳 Lingering Garden 🌳
Address: No. 338 Liuyuan Road, outside Changmen, Gusu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province
Opening Hours: March 1 - October 31, 07:30-17:30
Duration: 1-2 hours
Exquisite garden scenery, a masterpiece combining pavilions, towers, and winding corridors with unique rocks.
🌊 West Scenic Zone (Xizha) 🌊
Address: No. 18 Shifo South Road, Tongxiang City, Jiaxing
Opening Hours: 09:00-22:00
Duration: 2-4 hours
Jiangnan water town style, small bridges and flowing water homes, enjoy a leisurely time.
Some tips:
🛫 From the airport to downtown, the subway is convenient and avoids traffic jams.
📸 Hangzhou Songcheng is a photo paradise; Hanfu time travel experience makes photos with ancient figures even more immersive!
🍜 Don’t miss Hangzhou’s specialty foods like West Lake Vinegar Fish and Xiaolongbao.
🤺 Join the martial arts flash mobs and feel the world of Jin Yong’s martial arts heroes.
🎵 The time-travel concert recreates classics, with top Song Dynasty bands taking you through time.
🛍 The time-space market blends ancient and modern, like traveling through a time tunnel.
📆 The event runs until May 5, come to Hangzhou Songcheng and start your time-travel journey!
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