Taizhou: An Underrated Treasure Destination for Your April-May Trip (with Guide)!

Taizhou is located in central Jiangsu Province, on the north bank of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, and is one of the central cities in the Yangtze River Delta. It not only has rich natural landscapes, but also a profound historical and cultural heritage, making it an ideal choice for spring travel. --- Features of Taizhou in April-May The climate in Taizhou is pleasant from April to May, with an average temperature between 15°C and 20°C, with plenty of sunshine and fresh air. At this time, the rapeseed flowers in Taizhou are in full bloom, and the "Duotian" in the Qianduo Scenic Area are covered with golden rapeseed flowers, forming a magnificent landscape of "rapeseed flowers blooming with gold all over the ground." --- Transportation Guide • Plane: You can fly to Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport, and then take a bus or taxi to the city center. • High-speed train: You can take the high-speed train to Taizhou Station or Taizhou West Station, which is very convenient. • Self-driving: Starting from Nanjing, take the G40 Shanghai-Shaanxi Expressway to Taizhou, the whole journey is about 2 hours. --- Three Days and Two Nights Itinerary Day 1: Nature and Culture Tour • Morning: Arrive in Taizhou and check in to your hotel. It is recommended to choose a hotel near the Fengcheng River Scenic Area for convenient transportation. • Noon: Go to the Fengcheng River Scenic Area to admire the characteristics of the Jiangnan water town and visit attractions such as Wanghai Tower and Meiyuan Garden. • Afternoon: Continue to visit the Fengcheng River Scenic Area. You can choose to take a boat trip to admire the night view and historical and cultural relics along the way. • Evening: Taste local specialties at a restaurant near the Fengcheng River Scenic Area, such as Taizhou morning tea. Day 2: Nature and Leisure Tour • Morning: Go to the Qianduo Scenic Area to admire the Duotian landscape formed by the "Thousand Island Style" and feel the magnificent scenery of "Thousand Duotian Rapeseed Flowers". • Noon: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant near the Qianduo Scenic Area. • Afternoon: Go to the Qinhu National Wetland Park to enjoy the natural scenery and breathe fresh air. • Evening: Return to Taizhou city and check in to your hotel. Day 3: Culture and History Tour • Morning: Go to Lizhong Water Forest Park and stroll through the tall and dense dawn redwood forest to feel the tranquility of nature. • Noon: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant near Lizhong Water Forest Park. • Afternoon: Go to the Taizhou Morning Tea Museum to learn about the history and culture of Taizhou morning tea. • Evening: End your pleasant trip to Taizhou and prepare for your return journey. --- Recommended Attractions 1. Qianduo Scenic Area: A globally important agricultural cultural heritage site and a four-star rural tourism spot in Jiangsu Province. 2. Qinhu National Wetland Park: The largest artificial ecological forest in Jiangsu Province and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. 3. Fengcheng River Scenic Area: One of the few well-preserved ancient city rivers in Jiangsu Province. 4. Lizhong Water Forest Park: The largest artificial ecological forest in Jiangsu Province and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. 5. Taizhou Morning Tea Museum: Learn about the history and culture of Taizhou morning tea. --- Accommodation Recommendations • Hotels near Fengcheng River Scenic Area: Convenient for visiting Fengcheng River and its surrounding attractions. • B&Bs near Qianduo Scenic Area: Experience the local customs and feel the beauty of nature. --- Recommended Local Cuisine • Taizhou Morning Tea: Dried shredded bean curd and crab roe buns with Biluochun tea. • Waterside Flavors: Steamed perch, lotus root patties, and fish ball soup. • Nine-flavored river snail feast: The time around the Qingming Festival is a good time to eat river snails. --- Tips • Sun protection: The spring sunshine is bright, so please protect yourself from the sun when traveling. • Keep warm: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so you need to bring a light jacket. • Respect local culture: When visiting historical sites, respect local customs. • Arrange your itinerary reasonably: Plan your itinerary in advance and avoid peak periods. • Avoid weekends: There are large crowds of people during holidays, so it is recommended to go on a working day. • Weather protection: It often rains in spring, so prepare a light raincoat; the ultraviolet rays are strong, so you need sunscreen + a sun hat. • Environmental protection initiative: Do not pick flowers and protect the Duotian ecology.