Aspiring to be a hero in life, and a legend in death

Even now, I think of Xiang Yu, who refused to cross the river east. Through the poetry of the female poet Li Qingzhao, we enter Suqian City in Jiangsu Province. It is the youngest among the 13 prefecture-level cities in Jiangsu, but its profound cultural heritage is by no means inferior to the other 12 'big brothers'. Its city card📇 includes: Hometown of King Xiang, City of Water Charm (Hongze Lake Wetland Park), Capital of Chinese Liquor (Yanghe Distillery Cultural Tourism Area). Recommended route: D1: Check into hotel - Suqian Museum - Wuyue Plaza - Xinsheng Street - Yingxun Alley - Baolong 24th Street D2: Hometown of King Xiang - Yuanjia Village. Suqian Impression - Dongguankou Historical and Cultural Park D3: Yanghe Liquor Cultural Tourism Area - Proceed to the next destination Hometown of King Xiang: A 4A scenic area themed around the Western Chu overlord Xiang Yu and the Xiang family culture. The entire area is built in the style of Han Dynasty palaces, majestic and extraordinary, especially the imposing statue of Xiang Yu on horseback at the entrance of the scenic area. The tour route includes the Western Chu Ancient City Tower - Gaishi Pavilion - Jiangshu Second Floor - King Xiang's Residence - Xiang Mansion - Xiang Mansion Theater - Liuyi Garden. Remember to watch the live-action performances during the visit. Next to it is the Zaohe Longyun City, which is unfortunately temporarily closed. Yingxun Alley: Located in Yingxun Alley, Hongxue Street, in the Suqian city area, the long bluestone road is lined with lifelike plants and starry lights, and the dazzling array of goods on both sides attracts many tourists. It is also one of the oldest historical and cultural districts in Suqian, exuding a scholarly atmosphere and becoming a popular spot for internet celebrities. Xinsheng Street: Established during the Ming Dynasty, it has a history of over 400 years and is also a historical and cultural district in the old city area. After restoration, Xinsheng Street's green bricks and tiles, and the courtyard alleys seem to take you back to the 1980s. Its name means 'prosperity and thriving'. With Ming and Qing architectural styles, simple and elegant, it has witnessed the historical changes of Suqian and carries the memory of the city. Yanghe Distillery Cultural Tourism Area: Also a famous 4A scenic area in Suqian, it introduces the ancient methods of brewing white liquor and the production of modern workshops. Supported by the underground water of Mei Ren Quan, it is able to brew an exceptional drink. Each step showcases the superb skills of the craftsmen, and Yanghe has achieved national leadership in balancing commerce with craftsmanship. During the visit, you can taste the liquor, and I also saw the private wine collection of the head of JD.com (accessible by bus🚌910). Yuanjia Village. Suqian Impression. Zhuwaji: (accessible by bus🚌Tour 5) It's actually a market. Walking in, the road is lined with shops on both sides, but they sell Shaanxi specialties such as: rolled noodles, biangbiang noodles, steamed sponge cake, etc. The first phase has just been completed, with the second and third phases still under construction and much anticipated. Food recommendations: Baolong Back Street Night Market: A paradise for young people, with Qiu's Rolled Pancakes🌯, Baiwei Jia Duck Intestine Rolled Pancakes, rolled noodles, etc. Ma's Baked Bun, Nanguan Breakfast, Zaohe Zhao's Millet Soup, Beef Potstickers Yingxun Alley Wontons, Lao Ding Xing Noodle House : Wutong Courtyard, Mama's Taste, Xiangjia Manor, etc. These three stores are all located in the Octagonal Tower outside the Hometown of King Xiang scenic area. Don't think of it as a young and low-key city, but it has a deep history and culture and has produced many famous people such as the Western Chu overlord Xiang Yu, the head of JD.com Liu Qiangdong, and many more... This concludes the tour of Suqian, heading to the next stop, Huzhou!