A Must-Visit Near Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai: Yixing, Zhejiang

Here you'll find East China's largest bamboo forest; Tao Er Chang, known as "Little Jingdezhen"; a diverse resort town; and the Dongpo Academy, preserving the culture of Su Dongpo...

⛺【Local Must-Visits】:
⛰️Attractions>>
1⃣Dachaoshan Little Great Wall
Ancient stone walls wind around Fuyuan Temple like a giant dragon. Along the way, you can enjoy views of Taihu Lake and the mountain forests, perfect for hiking and fresh air.
2⃣Tao Er Chang
With its red terracotta facade and uniquely shaped buildings, it's easy to snap stunning, atmospheric photos~
3⃣Shushan Ancient South Street
The ancient street has many Zisha pottery shops with friendly prices. The pottery fruits and animals look incredibly real. If you have time, you can even try a DIY pottery session.
4⃣Yixing Museum
Recently, the museum hosted the "Yangxian Dongpo" exhibition. You could check out the authentic "Yangxian Tie" calligraphy by Su Shi~
📌Tips
Remember to grab a guide booklet at the entrance. The museum has selected 50 seals from "Yangxian Tie" and created 1:1 replicas for souvenir stamping;
The lighting inside is dim, so remember to turn off your flash before taking photos; areas with the guqin, tea tables, and desks are not interactive zones and entry is not allowed~
5⃣Longbeishan Forest Park
I thought Hangzhou's Taiziwan Park was beautiful, until I came here! It's like Yixing's Little Altay, with 99.9% oxygen content, perfect for lounging anywhere.
6⃣Dongpo Pavilion
Climb Dongpo Pavilion for panoramic views of Yangxian Lake. The lights turn on at 6:30pm, making the blue hour perfect for stunning photos.
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🛬【Travel Guide】:
🌟In-Depth Full Area Itinerary:
Day1️⃣: Yixing Station → Yixing Bamboo Sea → Yaohu Town or Yada Yangxian Xishan Town🏯
Day2️⃣: Longchishan Bicycle Park → Fo Guang Shan Dajue Temple → Shanjuan Cave → Stay in the city center
Day3️⃣: Longbeishan Forest Park🌲 → Shushan Ancient South Street → Dongpo Academy → Fuyuan Temple → Dachaoshan Little Great Wall

🌟Weekend 2-Day Itinerary Options:
⛳️Shanjuan Cave → Fo Guang Shan Dajue Temple → Yixing Bamboo Sea🎋 → Yada Yangxian Xishan Town
⛳️Ceramics Museum → Tao Er Chang⚱️ → Shushan Ancient South Street → Dongpo Academy → Longbeishan Forest Park

🚦Getting Around
🚄Train: Yixing Station (Part of Wuxi City, very close for travelers from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. Direct high-speed train from Hangzhou takes about 40 mins).
🚘Local Travel: Attractions are spread out, and public transport takes time. Driving yourself is recommended.

🏨Accommodation Tips
✅Stay in Yaohu Town or Yangxian Xishan Town for the first two days. The night views are amazing, there are performances to watch, and it's convenient for sightseeing, eating, and playing.
✅Stay in the city center for the last two days. The downtown area isn't large, so anywhere is fine. The area near Yixing Station has convenient transport👍. Dingshu Town is great for those interested in Zisha pottery.

😋Foodie Checklist
🔥Yixing City Center | Xiheng Street (Zhou Tie Mei Yi Stinky Tofu, Dawang Pancake Meat & Egg Burger, Xu Xing Ji Ramen🍜, Tian Tian Xiang Chi, Xia Wu Cha), Xihou Snacks, Mi Xiang Fang, Xu Shi Rou Zong (sticky rice dumplings), Lvyuan Chuan Chuan Xiang (skewers)🍢, Wei Ling De Mian Xian Hu (vermicelli soup), Hong Guang Dumplings
🌟Must-Try Specialties | Wumi Fan (black rice), Salted Pork with Braised Bamboo Shoots, Yan Lai Xun mushrooms, Gaocheng Zhu Po Rou (pork belly)🍲, Small Crispy Candies, Dried Bamboo Shoots, Wufan Wine🍶