One-day dream trip to Jiangnan | Super detailed guide to Xitang Ancient Town

| Super detailed guide to Xitang Ancient Town. Hi everyone, I took a break from my fast-paced life and plunged into Xitang Ancient Town. This one-day trip was absolutely amazing! 🍃 Our itinerary → Morning: Enter from the entrance of the ancient town, stroll along the Yanyu Corridor, and experience the unique charm of the water town. There are many specialty shops along the way, so you can take your time and browse. By the way, go to the Songzi Laifeng Bridge to check in. Standing on the bridge, you can take a panoramic view of the water town. Noon: Go to a riverside restaurant to taste authentic Xitang cuisine, such as stir-fried eel with oil, stir-fried snails with sauce, and steamed white fish. Every bite is the taste of Jiangnan. Afternoon: Visit Shipi Lane, a narrow alley with mottled walls and a strong historical atmosphere. Then go to Yongning Bridge, which is the filming location of the movie "Mission: Impossible III." In the evening, watch the sunset on the bridge, which is super romantic. Night: As night falls, Xitang changes into a new outfit, with red lanterns lit up. Take a boat trip at night, which is a must-do experience. The boat sways in the water, and the lights on both sides of the river are brilliant, as if you have traveled back to ancient times. 🍰 Food recommendations Qianshi cake: soft, sweet, and available in a variety of flavors, such as original and osmanthus. Take a bite, full of rice fragrance and faint osmanthus fragrance. Xitang small wonton: thin skin, large filling, and delicious soup. Have a bowl for breakfast and you'll be full of energy. Huangjiu (yellow wine): Xitang's yellow wine has a long history and a mellow taste. Have a small cup and enjoy the slightly tipsy feeling. 📸 Put on ancient costumes or cheongsam, which are super atmospheric. The light is soft in the morning and evening, perfect for taking portraits and landscapes. Take photos by the river, ancient bridge, and alley, and you'll be amazed by the results. Xitang Ancient Town is a place full of poetry and romance. Although the time is short, it is enough for me to fall in love with this place. Everyone, hurry up and take this guide to encounter your own Jiangnan water town!