Xitang Scenic Area

🌸【The most beautiful ancient towns and villages I visited in 2023】🌸 1. 🌺Nanxun Ancient Town The beauty of Nanxun, a simple but not monotonous water town.🚣 2. 🌸The hometown of the sage of books Jiangnan misty rain, the small bridge flowing water people's home full of simple charm.🏘 3. 🎋Xishang Village Xu Guanghan's same swing place, Wan'an Bridge is an excellent photo spot.📸 4. 🌾Anchang Ancient Town Must take the special black awning boat, feel the strong folk customs.🛶 5. 🌇Xitang Ancient Town The beauty of Xitang at sunset is intoxicating.🌅 6. 🎻Wuzhen A very famous ancient town, you must have heard of Wuzhen Drama Festival!🎶 7. 🌳Tongli Ancient Town The ancient town with pure ancient charm and simple folk customs.🎨 8. 🏯Twenty-eight ancient towns Full of rivers and lakes atmosphere, the ancient town pavilion can enjoy the panorama.🛤 9. 🌾Songyang·Lishui A village with a super sense of age, a treasure land suitable for all seasons.🎁 10. 🐟Fish Harbor Ancient City A creative ancient fishing town full of culture, with lots of fun attractions!🎣 11. 🏞Gexian Village Resort A paradise in the world of fairy tales, beautiful day and night.🖼 12. 🏮Wu Girl State Resort Pavilions, elegant style, and exciting light shows and iron flowers.🎇 13. 🌸Jingdezhen·Jiangxi The hometown of porcelain, with a strong artistic atmosphere.🎻 14. 🏘Yangchan Earthen Building The ancient village surrounded by golden color, interesting with the autumn drying people's home.🌻 15. 🌉Xijin Ferry Ancient Street 'One glance at ten thousand years' of Zhenjiang San Shan Yi Du.🎑 16. 🎨Yaoli Ancient Town A leisurely and colorful ancient town full of poetic and picturesque.🎯 17. 🏰Huizhou Ancient City One of the four ancient cities in China, with unique Huizhou architecture.🛕 18. 🌾Wuyuan Huangling The ancient and civilized Wuyuan attractions, not to be missed!🎊 🌺The simple folk customs of ancient towns and villages, Are the classics inherited from ancient to modern times. When you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, Come and stay in these ancient towns and villages for a few days!💒

| Found the real version of the dream Huayu water town. Xitang| Found the real version of the dream Huayu water town 💚Always go to Xitang! Look at the dreamy Jiangnan water town. Take advantage of the Mid-Autumn National Day holiday and the cool autumn day to feel this living ancient town for thousands of years. This is a good place to enjoy the moon and travel on National Day The small bridge and flowing water and the sound of oars and shadows are the true portrayal here. I love its morning and evening lights and sunset and sunset, as well as the night from the beginning of the lanterns to the dim lights. 📍Jiaxing Jiashan County Xitang Ancient Town Hangzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai and other Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai areas are about 1.5h by car, and parking is convenient High-speed rail to "Jiashan South Station", take bus K222 directly to the scenic area 💚Play and check in 👉Misty Corridor: Stroll under the corridor and feel the atmosphere of misty Jiangnan 👉Small bridge and flowing water: There are many bridges in the scenic area, and the scenery/photography is very beautiful, such as Huanxiu Bridge, Wufu Bridge, Songzi Laifeng Bridge, Wan'an Bridge, Yongning Bridge, etc. 👉 Streets and alleys: The streets and alleys in the ancient town are the most humanistic and smoky places. You can stroll along West Street, Tawan Street, Tangdong Street, Shipi Alley, Yejia Alley, etc. 👉Ancient buildings: Don't miss the gardens and museums with history and stories, such as Xiyuan, Huguo Sui Liangwang Temple, Button Museum, Wine Culture Museum, etc. 👉 Xitang cruise: Come to the ancient town of water town, how can you not take a cruise along the river and feel the poetic Jiangnan in the small bridge and flowing water I am a small package who loves to travel and share✌️

#newyearadventure #tripblazers #china An hours drive from Shanghai, in Jiashan, Zhejiang province you can find one of the most famous water towns in China. Walking around on a chilly day, you can warm up with the various snacks and drinks from the stalls, as well as inside the historic Wang residence and gardens. Visit on a clear day for the best views of the town and the water.

Xitang Water Town is a mix of canals, bridges, ancient buildings, and narrow lanes. It is less famous and less commercial than the other water towns near Shanghai. Nanxun is the most original and picturesque water town, filled with tranquil ambiance. the place is so calm and it's like in the movie. #urbanexplorer #themeparks#nationalpark#lakes#beaches#infinitypool

Pingjianglu, Tongli, Luzhi, Mudu, Xietang, Shangtang, Zhujiajiao these are some of the popular water towns I had the pleasure to visit in China and I was literally tired of watching the same features everywhere. Thought no more water town🤭 Then I have visited Xitang water town, Zhejiang province. I think this is the best water town I have ever seen so far. It has some unique features that will blow your mind. I think I was in the trance as long as I was there😱. See it at night, I bet you will have the same experience 🤗 #ancient town #water town #zhejiang #yuan dynasty wonder #mayday trip

Xitang Ancient Town: A Journey Through a Thousand Years of Jiangnan Water Town Xitang is not only one of the six ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, but also a vibrant town with a thousand years of history. It tells the story of historical vicissitudes and the tenderness of Jiangnan with a quiet and elegant posture. 🚆 Transportation 🚝 High-speed Rail/Motor Train: At Jiashan South Station, as soon as you step off the platform, buses and taxis await to kick off your Xitang journey. 🚎 Bus: From Jiashan Passenger Transport Center, take the k215 bus, shuttling between modern and classical, until you reach the embrace of the ancient town. 💵 Ticket Information 💰 Adult Ticket: 100 yuan, embark on a historical journey that includes attractions like the Five Girls Theme Park, with half-price for students and discounts for online booking. ⏰ Ticket Checking Time: 8 AM to 5 PM, and during weekday evenings and mornings, as well as weekend and holiday mornings, the ancient town generously welcomes every traveler for free. 🚣🏻 Boat Tickets Night Tour: 100 yuan, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, the water beneath the boat reflects the lights, as if traveling through a dazzling galaxy; Daytime Ticket: 80 yuan, with three boarding points for you to choose from, start a leisurely journey on the water. 📸 Attractions ▶ Must-Visit Spots 🌟 Misty Rain Corridor: Like a flowing ink painting, each step under the corridor treads on the poetic and picturesque Jiangnan. 🌉 Send Child to Phoenix Bridge: Each stone slab on the bridge seems to tell the legends and love of the ancient town. 🌁 Huanxiu Bridge: Standing on the bridge, you can take in the beautiful scenery of Xitang at a glance, like a delicate Jiangnan embroidery. 🏡 Stone Skin Alley: In this narrowest alley, you can feel the narrowness and depth of the ancient town, as if traveling through time and space. 🛍 West Street: As the heart of the ancient town, it has both historical accumulation and modern vitality, with various specialty shops and snacks dazzling visitors. 🍲 Food Section 🍛 Snack Section ▶ Guan Lao Tai Stinky Tofu: This small shop on Beizha Street serves stinky tofu with a crispy skin and tender inside, each bite a tribute to traditional craftsmanship. 🍲 Lu's Wontons: A bowl of steaming wontons not only warms your stomach but also your heart. 🍰 Forest Gorgon Fruit Cake: Sweet but not cloying, each bite is a sweet memory of Xitang's traditional desserts. 🍖 Old Ma's Steamed Pork: The meat is tender and fragrant, leaving a lasting impression, as if tasting not just food, but also the stories of Xitang. 🍶 Sweet Fermented Rice Wine, 🥞 Malt Sugar Pancake, 🍜 The Number One Noodles in the World: These authentic delicacies each contain the wisdom and emotions of the people of Xitang, taking your taste buds on a wonderful journey.

| Poetry and Painting of Jiangnan Water Town.🌊 In Xitang, every step echoes with history. The stone alleys here are like the weavers of time, intricately embroidering ink paintings of the Jiangnan water town with threads of years. 🏮 The antique buildings are reflected in the clear river water, complementing the weeping willows and red lanterns on the riverbank, creating an enchanting world as if from a dream. 🍵 Sitting in a teahouse of the ancient town, with a pot of fragrant tea and a few plates of snacks, listening to the gentle Jiangnan Sizhu music, one feels the leisure and tranquility, as if time has stood still at this moment. 🌃 As night falls, the nightscape of Xitang becomes even more breathtaking. The lights of the ancient town reflect in the river, forming golden ribbons of light that twinkle enchantingly with the ripples of the water. 🌉 In Xitang, every bridge has a story, and every alley holds a secret. It is not only a tourist destination but also a place where one's soul can be purified.

Friends who like ancient towns in the Jiangnan area, come and see the beauty of Xitang. There's a different charm in sunny, rainy, and foggy weather. You can enter Xitang for free before 8:00 AM. It's recommended to navigate to Sujia Alley, where there's a second parking lot, but parking spots are not guaranteed. When we arrived at 7:30 today, it was already full, so we drove south along Hongfu Road to the entrance of Yijiafu Supermarket, where there are usually parking spots available. Then enter through Sujia Alley, which leads to West Street. Since it's early, you can find a place to sit and have breakfast first. Shops usually start opening slowly after 9:00 AM. You can also take advantage of the few people around to find beautiful spots for photos and have a chat. After 9:00 AM, you can start to stroll around. There are many snacks, drinks, restaurants, and small commodities inside. If you're not in a hurry, you can also stay for a night. There are many guesthouses, and Xitang is beautiful at night, especially for those who want to visit bars, which only open in the evening. Of course, if you prefer a quieter experience, you can go to a teahouse in the afternoon. It's usually 20 yuan per person, where you can listen to music and rest. If you have time, you can also take a boat ride, which is charged. It's 50 yuan per person without a ticket and 30 yuan with a ticket. A private boat costs 200 yuan for 8 people. Wish everyone a happy time!

Xitang I've recently fallen in love with the ancient towns of Jiangnan, especially the small bridges and flowing water. Although the crowds in Xitang make me want to cry, Xitang has the widest river among the nearby ancient towns, making it the best place to enjoy the 'Mirror Flower, Water Moon' scenery. 🚌 'Transportation 🚐 Self-driving: PP1 parking lot is closest to the main gate, PP2 parking lot is closest to Yongning Bridge 🚆 High-speed train: Jiashan Railway Station 🏘 'Accommodation' Most accommodations in Xitang are homestays with average conditions and slightly high prices 🥘 'Dining' - The Number One Noodles in the World: There are many shops, but you must go to the one located south of Anjing Bridge, near the exit at 3 Stone Road. The beef noodles are delicious 🍚 - Sister Gu's Restaurant: Homestyle dishes, reasonably priced, and tasty 📲 'My Travel Itinerary' 📍D1>> Afternoon: Ji Family Lane (16:00) - Yongning Bridge - Misty Rain Corridor - Huanxiu Bridge - West Street 🌖 Evening: Yongning Bridge (21:00) - Anjing Bridge - Bar Street - Wolong Bridge - North Shizi Street - Misty Rain Corridor - Huanxiu Bridge - West Street 📍D2>> Early morning: Yongning Bridge - Misty Rain Corridor - Tawan Street - Xietangwan Street - Lanxiu Bridge - Five Girls Theme Park - Ancient Opera Stage - Huguo Sui Grain Wang Temple - West Street - Yongning Bridge 🗻 'Mirror Flower, Water Moon' Viewing Strategy Essential conditions: No boats on the river, clear weather, no wind ◆ Best seasons: Spring and summer; visibility greatly decreases after the leaves fall in autumn and winter ◆ Time to choose: Xitang early morning (6:00 - 8:00) ◆ Viewing spots: - North Shizi Street: Find a bridge, facing either south or north, with the light behind you p14-18 1️⃣ - Misty Rain Corridor: Middle section, near Huanxiu Bridge p1-4 2️⃣ - Under Huanxiu Bridge: Full moon reflection p5-7 3️⃣ - Ancient Opera Stage: Nearby weeping willows, absolutely beautiful p8 4️⃣ - Five Girls Theme Park: There are two palace lanterns on the lake, very beautiful p9-10 Travel tips ' ⏰️ It's best not to choose times after 5:00 pm, as it gets extremely crowded The lanterns in the bar street at night are super beautiful The Five Girls Theme Park near the scenic area's main gate has few visitors, but the scenery is absolutely stunning It is recommended to stay near Yongning Bridge, as it is close to everything

I have visited quite a few ancient water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, and Xitang is the place I would like to visit again after going there. Tickets: (1) Regular ticket sales time for the scenic area: 8:00-17:00; (2) On statutory major holidays including the day before the holiday but excluding the last day of the holiday, the ticket sales time for the scenic area is 8:00-22:00; Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Jiashan South Station, then take bus 222 directly to the scenic area Recommended scenic route: East entrance - Third parking lot - Wan'an Bridge - Wine Culture Museum - Wolong Bridge - Beizha Street (Guanyin Pocket) - Misty Rain Corridor (Wind and Fire Wall, Beauty Lean, River Clam Head, Boat Nose) - Huanxiu Bridge - Shipi Alley - Wang's Residence - West Garden - Button Museum - Zhang Zhenggen Sculpture Art Museum - Tile Culture Exhibition Hall Recommended check-in spots: Misty Rain Corridor Walking under the hundreds of meters of eaves, with a breeze blowing and the river flowing slowly, you can take very artistic photos of the corridor with a telephoto lens. Anjing Bridge This is a great spot for portrait photography, especially after 4 pm when the light is soft, and the scenery is also stunning. Anning Bridge Next to Anjing Bridge, you can overlook the Misty Rain Corridor from here, and this is also one of the most classic spots in Xitang. Huanxiu Bridge Sitting on the bridge and photographing the ancient town's buildings and the boats rowing in the river is like capturing a painting. Experience tips: In the evening, you can stroll, eat, and play all the way through Xitang. Find a riverside viewing platform to enjoy the night view, which is very pleasant. 1. You can take a boat tour of Xitang at night, sitting on the swaying boat, feeling the quiet and ancient water town of the south of the Yangtze River. 200 yuan for a chartered boat. 2. When you come to Xitang, you should stay in the ancient town for one night. In the morning, you can walk on the stone roads of Xitang and quietly enjoy the slow time without the disturbance of tourists. We stayed at the Muyue Hotel, which is near the Wuguniang Theme Park, and it is very convenient to walk into the ancient town. 3. If you drive there, you can park at the third parking lot, which is close to the ancient town. 4. There are many Hanfu experience shops in the ancient town, which are very photogenic! Must-try food: Guan Lao Tai Stinky Tofu Wang Chengxing Restaurant Bazhen Cake Old Ma's Steamed Pork Xitang Dragon's Hoof

Twilight in Xitang is like a dream, ethereal. The setting sun casts its glow on every corner of the ancient town, draping the white walls and black tiles in a golden coat. Small bridges and flowing water shimmer with gold under the sunset, resembling a golden ribbon meandering through the town. A gentle breeze passes by, bringing a hint of coolness and dispersing the fatigue of the visitors. At this moment, Xitang is tranquil and beautiful, making one feel as if they are in an ink painting, lingering and reluctant to leave.

During the day, I wander through Xitang, where the ancient town's charm is rich. The winding stone-paved paths lead to secluded spots, while white walls and black tiles reflect upon the water's crimson hue. Small bridges over flowing water lead to households, and the ancient streets and alleys are filled with a strong sense of antiquity. The town is bustling with tourists, amidst the sounds of joy and laughter. Tasting authentic local snacks, their fragrant and glutinous flavors are rich and satisfying. Browsing through old shops, searching for antiques, the history lingers in the heart. As the sun sets in the west, the ancient town reveals its serene beauty. This unforgettable journey makes me yearn to visit Xitang again.