Things to do in Yangzhong

The performance was alright; it's worth seeing if you buy a package ticket, but individual tickets are a bit pricey. The audience seats face west, so I wouldn't recommend watching in the afternoon as the light is too harsh.

The Carved Building at the Port is located in Gaogang, Taizhou. It's a private residence built during the Qing Dynasty. The building isn't large, but it's covered inside and out with wood and brick carvings. The beams and windows are decorated with scenes from operas and auspicious patterns. The garden has artificial hills and ponds, and a walk around it takes about an hour. The Jinshi Residence and the Sifang Building are also nearby and can be visited together.

Ge Garden in Yangzhou, a private residence of a salt merchant during the Qing Dynasty, is most stunning for its four-season rockery, a unique example within the garden. Within the garden, stones are stacked to represent the four seasons, while the bamboo groves offer tranquility and a different view at every turn. The garden connects to Dongguan Street, allowing visitors to experience the local life and atmosphere after exploring the garden, making it well worth a visit.

He Garden (Jixiao Villa) truly lives up to its reputation as the "Number One Garden of the Late Qing Dynasty"—it's definitely worth a visit! The most stunning feature is its covered walkways and corridors, two stories high, interconnected like an ancient overpass. Even on rainy days, you won't get wet. Every step reveals a new vista, with various latticed windows framing the garden like paintings—every snapshot is a masterpiece. The Pian Shi Shan Fang (Stone Retreat) is a unique example of rockery by the master Shi Tao, incorporating the ingenious concepts of "flowers in a mirror" and "moon in the water." The brick and wood carvings in the Shui Xin Ting (Water Pavilion) and Mu Dan Tang (Peony Hall) are exquisite, showcasing the fusion of Chinese and Western architectural styles of the late Qing Dynasty. The garden is full of detail and rich in cultural heritage. A leisurely two-hour stroll is just right—highly recommended! A guided tour is still necessary! A wonderful visit! Learned a lot!

A nice scenic area. It reminds me of the old poem "Lian Po is old, but can he still eat?" which I learned as a child. There's also Ganlu Temple and the story of Liu Bei's marriage proposal. However, the route markings within the scenic area are unclear. There are relatively few historical sites, and the newly built ones lack atmosphere.

You need to take a ferry across the river. The scenic area is very comfortable, with cats everywhere, but also a lot of mosquitoes. You can also climb to the top of the tower on the mountaintop for a panoramic view of the Yangtze River and Zhenjiang. Dinghui Temple is always very popular with worshippers.

The entertainment value was decent, but the lighting along the way seemed rather unremarkable, somewhat detracting from the ticket price. However, it's true that the actors worked very hard, considering the heat, the costumes, and the lighting – adding insult to injury. Thumbs up to these hardworking actors!

It's really good! The location is excellent, and it's incredibly crowded, but that's to be expected during the holidays. The overall ticket price is a bit high, but it's worth seeing. The view from the top is great! 😂😂😂😂

The ancient Daming Temple, with its thousand-year history, is adjacent to the Slender West Lake, boasting a tranquil environment with towering ancient trees. The Jianzhen Memorial Hall, designed by Liang Sicheng, exudes Tang Dynasty style. Climbing the Qiling Pagoda offers a panoramic view of the Slender West Lake and Yangzhou city, a truly magnificent vista. There's also Pingshan Hall and the Fifth Spring Under Heaven, combining Buddhist heritage with the literary atmosphere of Ouyang Xiu. The gentle chimes under the eaves bring a sense of peace. A visit to Yangzhou is definitely worthwhile.

• Unique natural landscape: Mount Qishan has rich ancient volcanic geological features, such as "36 cliffs" and "72 strange caves". The mountain is oriented north-south, and the main peak is about 200 meters above sea level. Although it is not towering into the clouds, its unique landform and rich vegetation make it a rare natural landscape. The mountains are lush with trees and the scenery varies in each season. After climbing to the top, you can overlook the confluence of the Yangtze River and Jiajiang River, as well as the thousands of acres of fertile fields and villages in Jingkou. When the weather is suitable, you can also see the sea of ​​clouds rolling, like a fairyland. • Profound history and culture: Mount Qishan has a long history. It was originally named Ruishan. Legend has it that Qin Shihuang believed that "Rui" had the aura of a king and changed its name. This is a battleground for military strategists. During the Opium War in 1840, the defenders of the Mount Qishan Pass Fort fought fiercely with the British army. Engels once highly praised the Battle of Zhenjiang. In addition, there is the Baoen Pagoda, the first tower of the Yangtze River, on the main peak, the thousand-year-old Shaolong Zen Temple at the foot of the mountain, and the Huayang Temple, which was built in the third year of Yuanjia in the Southern Song Dynasty. • Rich leisure and entertainment: At the foot of the mountain, there is the Tuju Mountain RV Campground, where you can experience RV accommodation, and the camp will also hold bonfire parties and other activities. In addition, there are geothermal hot springs here, and you can go to the hot springs to relax when you are tired of climbing. Moreover, the scenic spot is open to the public for free, and it is cost-effective. However, some tourists think that the mountain is small for people with a sports foundation, the environment on the top of the mountain is average, and there are many small vendors. But overall, the natural landscape and cultural landscape of the mountain complement each other, which can meet the needs of different tourists and is worth a visit. The highlights of Mount Qishan mainly include natural landscapes, historical and cultural relics, leisure and entertainment, etc. The following is a detailed introduction: Unique natural landscape • Ancient volcanic geological features: Located in the Yangtze fold belt under the Yangtze platform, there are layered or nearly layered volcanic rocks, including perlite, zeolite and bentonite, etc., with "36 cliffs" and "72 strange caves", which integrate the four characteristics of majestic, dangerous, beautiful and strange • Beautiful landscape: The mountain is steep and consists of Wufeng Mountain and Guishan Mountain, with an altitude of 285 meters and lush forests on the mountain. Climbing to the top, you can overlook the confluence of the Yangtze River and Jiajiang River, as well as the thousands of acres of fertile fields and villages in Jingkou, with a very broad view. Rich historical and cultural relics • Baoen Tower: Located on the top of Mount Qishan, it is the first tower seen from the Yangtze River from Wusongkou. It was built by Chen Guanyang, a Dongxiang person during the Chongzhen period of the Ming Dynasty, with the intention of encouraging diligence and gratitude. • Ancient Fortress of Qishan: During the Opium War in 1840, the first shot of the peripheral battle to defend Zhenjiang was fired here. It formed a pincer attack with Jiaoshan Fortress and Xiangshan Fortress. It was an important gateway to the throat of the Yangtze River. It was listed as a cultural relic protection unit of Jiangsu Province in 1982. • Shaolong Zen Temple: Located at the foot of Wufeng Mountain on the northern foot of Qishan Mountain, it was first built during the Baoli period of the Tang Dynasty. The temple has yellow walls and green tiles, and the sound of bells, drums and Buddhist chants is melodious. In 1983, it was listed as one of the top ten important temples in the province. • Huayang Temple: Built in the third year of Yuanjia in the Southern Song Dynasty, it was originally named Renjing Temple. It was renamed Huayang Temple in the eighth year of Zhenghe in the Northern Song Dynasty. It is the largest Taoist holy place in Dongxiang, Zhenjiang. It has the Wei Fashi Stele, which is an important cultural relic in the history of Chinese stone carving