Xiantao One-Day Spring Outing
by BenjaminMartin
Mar 8, 2025
Xiantao One-Day Spring Outing
Xiantao is located in the heart of the Jianghan Plain, covering an area of 2,538 square kilometers with a resident population of about 1.13 million. It boasts unique water-town scenery, idyllic countryside, and rich folk culture.
Trip Overview
Duration: 1 day
Route: [Mianyang Town—Dreamlike Water Town Cultural Tourism Zone]
Budget: Approx. CNY 600 (excluding accommodation)
One-Day Itinerary
[Morning] Visit Mianyang Town
Mianyang Town is full of rich water town charm, with white walls and black tile roofs scattered throughout, surrounded by small bridges and flowing water. Here, you can admire the traditional water town scenery and experience the local folk culture.
📍How to get there: Take a bus from downtown Xiantao to Huchang Town, and then transfer to Mianyang Town.
✅Recommended route: Stroll along the streets of the town and enjoy the various buildings and landscapes.
📸Must-see photo spots: The ancient bridges and unique buildings of the town.
💡Tips: Try the local snacks.
[Noon] Enjoy delicious food
Enjoy local specialties near Mianyang Town, such as Mianyang Sanzheng (three-steam dishes), which are fresh and delicious, for about CNY 35 per person.
[Afternoon] Explore the Dreamlike Water Town Cultural Tourism Zone
The Dreamlike Water Town Cultural Tourism Zone has a vast wetland landscape, where lakes, forests, and flower fields blend together. Here, you can take a boat tour and experience the tranquility and beauty of nature, or stroll through the flower fields and enjoy the romance of spring.
📍How to get there: Take a taxi.
✅Recommended route: Take a boat tour on the lake and then stroll through the flower fields.
📸Must-see photo spots: Panoramic views of the flower fields and wetland scenery.
💡Tips: Protect the environment and do not damage the flowers and plants.
😋Food recommendation: Rice balls, about CNY 10 per person, with a soft and glutinous texture.
Things to Avoid
- Pay attention to traffic safety when traveling.
- Be mindful of the environment within the scenic area and do not litter.
💕Hope this guide will add some joy to your trip to Xiantao🎉! Follow me to explore more wonderful places!
Post by BenjaminMartin | Mar 8, 2025














