Beijing High-Speed Rail Direct to the Severely Underrated Secret Gem of Southern Anhui

Another spontaneous weekend getaway with my girls! Departing from Beijing, just a high-speed rail🚄 ride away! We visited this hidden paradise in southern Anhui to see the mountains blanketed with azaleas🌺. The spring scenery and floral seas here are absolutely breathtaking—it felt like stepping into a real-life "Spring Mountain." The lush greenery🌳 transported us into a real-world version of "The Wizard of Oz"🌱. Escaping Beijing for the weekend, this 2-day, 1-night trip was incredibly fulfilling and joyful🎉. 📍Yongquan Town, Tongling, Anhui 🚶Transportation Tips 🚄Beijing to Tongling: 5h by direct high-speed rail For working folks, opt for overnight trains—depart Friday evening with transfers in Nanjing/Hefei, arriving at Tongling Station/Tongling North Station by Saturday morning. Tongling North Station is closer, just 15 minutes away. I always use *Circular Travel Tracker* to plan my trips—it helps preview attractions and read real user reviews for better prep, plus offers real-time recommendations for nearby sights and food. 📅Itinerary **DAY1**: Check-in → Explore the resort & exchange for ancient coins to dine → Tour "Memories of Jiangnan" 12 Scenes (night views🌃) → Summit for panoramic views + bonfire party🔥 **DAY2**: Revisit "Memories of Jiangnan" 12 Scenes (daytime floral seas🌺) → Jiubao Hot Springs & Yuanyang Lake → Snack at "Jiangnan Flavors" + stroll the resort → Head home 🌈Must-Dos 🌅**Memories of Jiangnan 12 Scenes** Jiangnan-style gardens. In April, azaleas bloom across the mountains—stunning! Each step reveals new vistas: floral fields, forests, streams, and more across twelve landscapes. The forest nightscape is dreamily romantic. 🌊**Yuanyang Lake** Perfect for bridge-side photos. A leisurely walk here is super chill. ♨**Jiubao Hot Springs** Post-hike soak♨—soothing and perfect for shedding work stress! 🍽**Jiangnan Flavors** Exchange for ancient coins first to experience old-world life. Trade coins for Jiangnan delicacies—Grandma’s firewood-cooked rice is a must! Evenings feature lively bonfire parties with singing and dancing. 🚶**Resort Main Street** Browse small📚bookstores. Afternoons offer nostalgic 80s-themed performances—fun throwback! 📌Tips 1. Azaleas are soft pink—wear light colors for better photos. 2. It’s hot—don’t forget sunscreen!