Between ink-wash poetry and painting lies the enchanting Nanxi River

Nanxi River Scenic Area | A pastoral paradise in the landscape poetry

📍Location: Yongjia County, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, about 1 hour's drive from downtown Wenzhou.

🌟Highlights
1. Bamboo Rafting: Drift downstream on a bamboo raft, admiring the riverside forests and ancient villages, experiencing the poetic scenery of "emerald waters and misty mountains" (Lion Rock section recommended).
2. Ancient Village Exploration:
- Yantou Village: Preserving Song Dynasty charm, featuring Lishui Street corridor, pavilions, and water channels—perfect for photography.
- Linkeng Village: A secluded ancient village with yellow walls and black tiles, often shrouded in mist after rain like an ink-wash painting.
3. Shiyan Rock: A Danxia landform wonder; hike to the summit for a panoramic view of Nanxi River—a must for trekking enthusiasts.
4. Longwan Lake: Waterfalls, glass viewing platforms, and forest slides—ideal for families and adventure seekers.

🍜Local Delicacies
- Yongjia wheat cakes (filled with preserved vegetables and pork), Nanxi River fragrant fish, and roasted whole lamb from Lingshang Village.

📌Tips
- Best seasons: Spring and autumn (April-May for rapeseed flowers, September-October for fall foliage).
- Accommodation: Stay in Yantou Town’s guesthouses or try farm stays in ancient villages.
- Self-driving is recommended for convenience; plan a 2-3 day in-depth tour as attractions are scattered.

✨In a nutshell: Nanxi River is an urbanite’s "Peach Blossom Spring"—come here and be a landscape poet for half a day!