Admission is 188 yuan, offering an experience of the thousand-year-old Song Dynasty culture at Three Pools Mirroring the Moon

Do you all like "Song Culture"? It refers to the culture of the Song Dynasty, a period that achieved remarkable accomplishments in philosophy, literature, historiography, art, and science and technology. It also produced a group of renowned scholars, poets, and painters, leaving us with a precious legacy! Moreover, among the "Eight Great Prose Masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties," six were from the Song Dynasty. Besides the "Three Sus"—Su Xun, Su Shi, and Su Zhe—there were also Wang Anshi, Zeng Gong, and Ouyang Xiu, whose works remain an important cultural heritage for us to study today! So, the question arises: Where can one experience the thousand-year-old Song culture? We recommend the "Hangzhou West Lake Night Tour." Here are the details: Theme: "Seize the Day with Poetry and Wine" — A Night Tour of Song Dynasty Poetry on West Lake's Islands Time: Starting June 21, 2025, with the first boat at 18:45 nightly. The last boat departs the island by 22:00. Cost: 188 yuan, tickets available for purchase via on-site QR code. Docks: Hubin Second Park, Children's Palace, and Qianwang Temple. Content: A night tour centered around the poetic life of Song Dynasty literary giant Su Dongpo. Highlights: Experience the refined and lively customs of the Song Dynasty, fully recreating the literati gatherings of the era with activities like hairpin throwing, tea tasting, poetry recitals, and guessing games to win prizes. The "Hangzhou West Lake Night Tour" has two major highlights: 1. **Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (Xiaoyingzhou)**: One of the "Ten Scenes of West Lake" and hailed as the "Top Scenic Spot of West Lake," it is the largest island on the lake. It features attractions like the "Open Net Pavilion," "Leisure Terrace," "Sages' Shrine," "Emerald Greeting Pavilion," "Flower and Bird Hall," "Heart-to-Heart Pavilion," "Winding Bridge," and "Nine Lion Rock." Additionally, the iconic scene of Three Pools Mirroring the Moon is depicted on the back of China's one-yuan banknote! At night, the island seamlessly blends the poetic landscape of West Lake with the cultural ambiance of the Song Dynasty, offering an experience that is "explorable, appreciable, and enjoyable." 2. **New Addition: "West Lake Dongpo"**: Professional actors portray "Su Shi" and "Biancai," performing programs like "Drunkard’s Song," "Prelude to Water Melody," and "Spring Dawn at Su Causeway." Amidst the misty waters and pavilions, enjoy ancient magic tricks, tea and wine blending, musical feasts, and dance performances—truly a delightful experience! However, there are two important points to note: 1. Day and night tickets are not interchangeable. Some might think of buying the 55-yuan day cruise to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon and staying on the island for the night tour, but this is not allowed. 2. For those leaving by boat around 22:00 and needing to take the metro: - Choose "Children's Palace" (Line 1/2, Fengqi Road Station). - "Hubin Second Park" is near Line 1's Longxiangqiao Station. - "Qianwang Temple" is farther and not recommended. For those who enjoy lively night markets, "Wulin Night Market" is a must-visit. Since its opening in 2013, it has been Hangzhou's "No. 1 Night Market." This 300-meter-long street is packed with food stalls, snacks, and creative handicrafts, making it a well-known nighttime hotspot. Highlights include "Boss Pan's Fried Chicken," "Sausage Wrapped in Rice," "Ironing Lady's Scallion Pancakes," "Old Beijing Tripe," and "Li Xihuan's Handmade Shrimp Balls." Transportation: - **Hubin Second Park Dock**: 10-minute walk from Line 1's Longxiangqiao Station, Exit C. - **Children's Palace**: 15-minute walk from Line 1/2's Fengqi Road Station, Exit B, or take Bus 7 to "Children's Palace." - **Qianwang Temple**: Take Bus 12, West Lake Inner Loop, or West Lake Outer Loop to "Qianwang Temple" Station. So, are you interested in the "Hangzhou West Lake Night Tour"? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!