Wow! This summer vacation, I highly recommend this hidden gem of a resort town to everyone
by JocastaGEM
Aug 9, 2025
My favorite vacation town, bar none❗️
1.5-hour drive from around Nanjing 🚗
A little Switzerland hidden in the mountains 🇨🇭 Weekend city escape plan, get it✔️
Take a deep breath in this natural oxygen bar 🍃 Stunning scenery even Su Dongpo gave a thumbs up
Stayed up all night to put together this nanny-level guide✨ Highly recommend saving it and exploring slowly~
📍Address: Yaohu Town, Yixing City, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province
⏰Opening Hours: 09:00-21:00 (Fireworks show at 19:30)
🚥【Transportation Guide】
🚗Self-drive: 1.5h from Nanjing | 2h from Hangzhou | 3h from Shanghai
🚄High-speed rail: Get off at Yixing Station, then a 30-minute taxi ride
🎫Tickets: 198 RMB/person (includes fireworks show)
🌈【Must-Visit Guide】
1️⃣ Longyao Street 👉 Kiln opening show at 10 AM is super impressive!
2️⃣ Song Kiln Exhibition Hall 👉 The second-floor terrace is perfect for stunning photos 📸
3️⃣ Cloud Mini Train 🚂 Red and white colors make every shot look like Switzerland
4️⃣ Longteng Water Show & Fireworks 🎆 Starts at 19:30, a breathtaking dance of water and fire!
5️⃣ Meiyin Xiangtang 👉 Sutra copying and incense burning ceremony with max ritual vibe
6️⃣ Blue Crystal Creek 💙 Popular photo spot, a must for fairies
🍜【Food Map】
▫️ Shun Yuxing Noodle House: The triple shrimp noodles are a must-try
▫️ Fumei Plum Blossom Cake: Traditional Jiangnan dessert
▫️ Xu’s Tofu Shop: Freshly ground soy milk with amazing aroma
▫️ Manji Desserts: Sweet treats for after your meal
✨Tips:
- Wearing Hanfu or modern Chinese style outfits is perfect for photos
- Arrive 20 minutes early to secure a spot for the fireworks show
- Last mini train departs at 17:30
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