I declare that Xuyi is the undisputed king of reverse tourism and the paradise of crayfish freedom!

When in Xuyi, you must do three things: feast on crayfish, visit the volcanic crater, and explore Tieshan Temple! This hidden gem in Huaian, Jiangsu boasts the world's third-largest volcanic geological wonder and mouthwatering crayfish so fresh it'll make your eyebrows dance - all for just 200 RMB per person!

🦞 Must-visit attractions:
【Volcanic Crater National Geological Park】
One of the world's best-preserved volcanic craters! Best visited after 4pm when sunset illuminates the photogenic volcanic rocks. The mountaintop glass observation deck (not for acrophobes) is Instagram-famous. Don't miss the volcanic stone-grilled sausages at the entrance - 10 RMB each!

【Tieshan Temple Forest Park】
A rare summer retreat in the Yangtze Delta with 95% forest coverage. Get the combo ticket including the Purple Mountain Observatory's Xuyi Station to see the 1.2-meter diameter radio telescope. Wear anti-slip shoes - there are countless stone steps!

【Ming Ancestral Tomb Scenic Area】
The memorial tomb of Zhu Yuanzhang's great-grandfather features well-preserved stone statues along the Sacred Way. Fun fact: Its 600-year-old drainage system still works perfectly - especially dramatic during rainstorms.

【Xuyi Crayfish Museum】
The only one in China! The immersive light exhibition on 2nd floor recreates 1980s open-air food stalls with interactive installations. The gift shop sells vacuum-packed crayfish deliverable by SF Express.

🍽️ Food Guide:
La Beitou Thirteen-Spice Crayfish: Locals' childhood favorite, try the garlic+thirteen-spice combo
Yu's Crayfish Flagship Store: Featured on "Once Upon a Bite", their crayfish platters are photogenic
Datong Farmers Market: Buy fresh Hongze Lake catches at morning market (bargain a must!)

🏡【Boutique Stays】🏡
▫️ Jinling Nongjia Homestay
Japanese-style hot spring villas amidst tea plantations♨️
270° floor-to-ceiling windows reveal firefly habitats
🎆 May Day fireworks + crayfish BBQ parties

🚗【Transport Tips】🚗
1.5h drive from Nanjing‼️
🚄 Take high-speed rail to "Huaian East Station" then transfer to tourist shuttle
🛵 Rent shared e-bikes (2 RMB) to explore old streets

⚠️【Avoiding Scams】⚠️
1️⃣ Look for "Xuyi Lobster" geographical indication label
2️⃣ Be cautious with unofficial photographers at attractions
3️⃣ Best travel season: May-October