Jiaxing, Zhejiang Travel Guide

Attractions: ❶Yuehe Historic District: Antique style, white walls and black tiles, close to the site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China. There are many specialty shops, tea houses, and restaurants, and you can also visit the Zongzi Museum. Free admission. ❷South Lake: Located in Haiyan County, the mountain, lake, and sea views are integrated, and the natural scenery is beautiful. You can climb mountains, hike, cycle, and row boats. Some attractions require reservations and tickets on the mini program. Free admission, open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm in winter, and from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm in summer. ❸Xiuhu Park: Located in Xiuzhou District, there are many green plants, large lawns, and lakes, suitable for camping. There are also ecological slow paths and other landscapes, as well as the Jiaxing Cultural and Art Center. Free admission, open 24 hours. Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive at Yuehe Historic District in the morning, stroll around and taste traditional Jiaxing delicacies, such as zongzi, and Bazhen cake. Have lunch in the district, and go to South Lake in the afternoon to enjoy the natural scenery. You can choose to climb mountains or row boats, and watch the beautiful sunset in the evening. Day 2: Go camping or take a walk in Xiuhu Park in the morning, enjoy leisure time, have lunch near the park, and visit the Jiaxing Cultural and Art Center in the afternoon to see art exhibitions. Specialties: 1️⃣Jiaxing Zongzi: Wufangzhai Zongzi is the most famous, with various flavors such as meat zongzi and egg yolk zongzi. It is soft and glutinous, with a fragrant aroma. 2️⃣South Lake Water Chestnut: Fresh and juicy, sweet and delicious, can be eaten raw or cooked. 3️⃣Wenhu Sauce Duck: The meat is fresh and tender, with a strong sauce flavor. It is a traditional famous dish in Jiaxing. 4️⃣Wuzhen Sauce Chicken: The chicken is fresh and tender, with smooth skin and tender meat, and a rich taste. 5️⃣Haining Pot Meat: Stewed in a clay pot, the meat is crispy but not rotten, fat but not greasy, and melts in your mouth.