Poetic Spring in Southern Anhui | A 4-Day, 3-Night Deep Dive into Anhui's Charm

| A 4-day, 3-night deep dive into Anhui's charm. As the spring breeze gently caresses the white walls and black tiles of Huizhou, and the clear waves of the Xin'an River reflect the blooming rapeseed flowers, a poetic journey through Southern Anhui slowly unfolds. In this land praised by scholars and poets for thousands of years, I spent four days and three nights savoring the landscape, culture, and unique charm of Southern Anhui. 【Itinerary Overview】 D1: Anqing Cultural Roots Exploration - Zhenfeng Pagoda at Yingjiang Temple - Jixian Time Cultural and Creative Park D2: Tianzhu Mountain Nature Exploration - Penglai Fairy Cave in Chizhou - Baishiling Ancient Village D3: Huangshan Huizhou Cultural Experience - Hubian Ancient Village - Daling Mountain Terraces - "Hui Show" Performance D4: Xuancheng Cultural Stroll - Shangzhuang Town Tea Picking and Making Experience 🏮Anqing: Cultural Imprint of a Millennia-Old City Anqing awakens in the morning mist of the Yangtze River. After checking in to the Anqing Fengda International Hotel, an authentic culinary journey begins. The soft glutinous rice balls with braised pork, the fresh silverfish from Ling Lake, and the rich Hu Yumei broad bean paste—each dish tells a story of the city's culinary culture. Strolling through the Daopashi Historical and Cultural District, the melodious sounds of Huangmei Opera drift from the stage. The classic melodies of "The Fairy Couple" echo through the bluestone streets, transporting you back in time. This city, the birthplace of Huangmei Opera, showcases its cultural heritage in the most captivating way. 🌉Zhenfeng Pagoda at Yingjiang Temple: Guardian of the Yangtze River's Cultural Vein Built during the Ming Dynasty, Zhenfeng Pagoda stands like a giant pen on the banks of the Yangtze River. From the top, you can see the rushing river and the panoramic view of the ancient city. The octagonal tower with its upturned eaves and bronze bells jingling in the wind seems to tell the thousand-year-old story of the "First Pagoda on the Yangtze River." 🎨Jixian Time Cultural and Creative Park: Artistic Rebirth of Industrial Heritage Transformed from a cement factory, this cultural and creative park perfectly interprets the aesthetics of old and new. The mottled factory walls become canvases for artists, and the rusty steel frames transform into installation art. Here, you can experience the profound history of the industrial age and touch the innovative pulse of contemporary art. ⛰Tianzhu Mountain: Nature's Masterpiece As a Global Geopark, Tianzhu Mountain's unique peaks and rocks are a sight to behold. The Dongguan route is recommended, where you can experience the thrill of the glass walkway and the steepness of the Qigu Tianti. Tianzhu Mountain is particularly enchanting in spring, with azaleas blooming all over the mountains and clouds swirling around the peaks, creating a fairyland-like scene. 📜Chizhou: A Hidden Realm Where Time Stands Still Inside Penglai Fairy Cave, millennia-old stalactites shimmer under the lights. In Baishiling Ancient Village, Ming and Qing Dynasty houses stand quietly, and the villagers' pace of life seems unchanged. Every brick and tile tells a story of time. 🖼Huangshan: A Living Museum of Huizhou Culture The white walls and black tiles of Hubian Ancient Village reflect on the Xin'an River, forming a natural ink painting. The golden sea of rapeseed flowers in the Daling Mountain Terraces complements the white walls and black tiles, showcasing the wisdom of agricultural civilization. As night falls, the "Hui Show" uses modern technology to condense a thousand years of Huizhou history into a 90-minute visual feast. 🍵Xuancheng: Slow Living Amidst Tea Fragrance and Ink Charm In Shangzhuang Town, you can experience the entire process of ink making and appreciate the exquisite craftsmanship of intangible cultural heritage. At Jinshan Shiyu Tea Garden, learn tea-picking techniques and witness the transformation of tea leaves. The slow-paced life here is the best interpretation of "poetic dwelling." 【Travel Tips】 1. Best Seasons: March-April (rapeseed flower season), October-November (autumn foliage) 2. Transportation: Southern Anhui's attractions are scattered, so self-driving or chartering a car is recommended. 3. Local Specialties: Anqing Shanfen Yuanzi (glutinous rice balls), Huizhou Maodoufu (hairy tofu), Jixi Hu Shi Yipin Guo (Hu Shi's one-pot dish) 4. Recommended Accommodation: Anqing Fengda International Hotel, Huangshan Banyan Tree 🌿Reflections on the Return Journey The four-day trip to Southern Anhui was a feast for both the eyes and the soul. From the banks of the Yangtze River to the peak of Huangshan Mountain, from ancient pagodas to modern cultural and creative parks, this land perfectly blends nature and culture. The poetry of Southern Anhui exists not only in its landscapes but also in the local people's wisdom of life. This poetry is worth slowing down to appreciate and experience.