I was amazed by the Jiangnan water town, which was named the most popular by National Geographic!
I had no intention of visiting Jiangnan, but somehow Jiangnan has captured my heart.
One must visit the ancient town of Xitang with their beloved! Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, stroll through the old streets and alleys, observe the grey tiles and white walls, the small bridges over flowing water, and experience the original look of life!
🎫【Ticket】
Adult: 95¥ Student: Half price
Sunday to Thursday 8:00-17:00, Friday to Saturday after 20:30, admission to the scenic area is free, so plan your visit well and you can save 95 yuan😄
🚢【Boat Ticket】
Daytime cruise: West area route 150 yuan/boat (with ticket, limited to 8 people) East area route 100 yuan/boat (with ticket, limited to 6 people)
Night cruise: Only the West area route is available at 150 yuan/boat (with ticket, limited to 8 people)
🚄【Transportation】
🚞: Passes through Jiaxing Station and Jiashan Station, both of which have direct bus service to Xitang.
✈️: Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, Shanghai Hongqiao Airport are all within a 2-hour drive.
🚌: Shanghai Tourism Distribution Center (daily departures), Hangzhou Tourism Distribution Center (weekend departures)
🚗: Navigate to 258 Nanyuan Road, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City.
🏞️【Must-Visit Attractions】
1⃣️Shi Pi Nong
Shi Pi Nong is the most characteristic open-air alley in Xitang, with a narrow sky above, known as the 'One-Line Sky' of Xitang.
2⃣️Misty Rain Corridor
The Misty Rain Corridor is a unique local market scene, like a roofed street, which is both scenic and functional for sheltering from wind and rain.
3⃣️Songzi Laifeng Bridge
The classic check-in bridge of Xitang, it is said that couples who cross it will have their wishes come true, and the large white wall between the bridges is covered with traces left by tourists.
4⃣️Yongning Bridge
From here, you can see the full view of both sides of the river, including the quaint covered bridges and residential buildings, and check in at the scene of Jay Chou's 'Passerby' music video.
📷【Photo Check-In】
1⃣️Misty Rain Corridor: Take a photo slanting east or west around 18:00, when the setting sun casts a twilight glow, creating a beauty that is both present and elusive.
2⃣️Yongning Bridge: Take a photo from east to west between 4-5 pm, when the sunlight is still a bit dazzling, to capture the halo of the sun.
3⃣️Huanxiu Bridge: Sitting on the bridge and taking photos of the ancient buildings and rowing boats in the river behind is simply too beautiful!
4⃣️Wufu Bridge: Face the scenic side, whether it's sunny or rainy, it's super beautiful.
👉🏻【Tour Route】
Five Girls Theme Park → Qi Lao Ye Temple → Drunken Garden → Misty Rain Corridor → Songzi Laifeng Bridge → China Liquor Culture Museum → Incense Harbor → Xitang Ming and Qing Wood Carving Museum → West Garden → Zhong Fu Tang
🏠【Accommodation】
Xitang has many homestays and inns, I prefer the quiet and spacious ones, with the unique characteristics of Jiangnan, single-family courtyards with small gardens, exquisite rooms starting from 99
🍲【Gourmet】
1⃣️Grandma Guan's Stinky Tofu
2⃣️Grandma's Chicken Feet
3⃣️The World's Number One Noodle
4⃣️Xitang Dragon's Hoof
🌈tips
1⃣️For night views, it is recommended to stay inside the Xitang scenic area.
2⃣️In hot weather, remember to bring an umbrella, hat, and sunscreen.
3⃣️When renting Hanfu, remember to shop around.
The core area of the scenic spot is relatively concentrated, and the main essence attractions can be reached on foot. If you don't want to walk, you can take a cruise from the West Gate or Wolong Bridge to the core scenic spot. Xiyuan is especially recommended, integrating gardens, bonsai and pavilions.
Jiangnan people, building a small bridge and flowing water, melodious sky blue and other misty rain, I am waiting for you in Xitang to follow the editor to punch in #Xitang Ancient Town "Spring and Autumn Water, Tang and Song Town, Ming and Qing buildings, modern people This is a proper generalization of Xitang zui, Standing at the bridgehead and watching this ancient town of a thousand years water town, it is like a picturesque. People are in a paradise. I don't know if it is people who swim in the middle of the painting or the painting moves in the heart. I feel the depth of the multicultural heritage of water, bridges, sheds, lanes, and museums. The scenery of Zui in the ancient town is a long, nearly dry rice-shaped quaint corridor shed, so-called corridor shed is actually a street with a roof.
I have always wanted to come, but I have no chance. This year, I finally have time to visit Xitang on Qingming Festival. The time passed so fast that A Tang brother's disc was shot here, which made Xitang famous. After so many years, Xitang's charm is still there. Many cars lined up to enter the venue. Fortunately, I took a taxi, otherwise it may take a lot of time to queue up to park. But the magic is that after entering the scenic spot, it does not feel so crowded. It is very pleasant to sit on the boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery. There are many small shops on both sides of the road, and there are all kinds of snacks. There are so many beautiful women, wearing ancient clothes, all kinds of shooting, if I am ten years younger, I also want to experience the feeling of wearing ancient clothes to take pictures in the ancient town.
There are not many people entering from the small door, of course, because it is already the fifth day of the year. It's still fun if you haven't been there. The food I eat feels like it is generally the same, even if I find a store with a good evaluation by Dianping. It's just a scenic spot, just eat enough.
I can't remember how many times I have been to Xitang Ancient Town. Every time I come to Xitang Ancient Town, I can always give people a sense of surprise, especially Xitang under the night. Xitang Ancient Town is the most charming and historical place among many ancient towns in Jiangnan Water Town. Xitang Ancient Town is located in Jiashan County, Zhejiang Province, with a history of nearly a thousand years, known as "Dream Water Township, Painting Home".
When the weather is cold, there are no people, very quiet, although it has the unique business atmosphere and model of the ancient town in the country, but it is also good to use the weekend of business trips, especially if I like quiet, I can enjoy the cleanliness is very good.