A Must-See Destination! Jiangsu Hides a Breathtaking "Golden Labyrinth" You Won't Want to Miss

🌼Enjoy a Reverse Qingming Festival Trip and Encounter Xinghua's Spring Dreamscape🌳 While everyone flocks to Wuyuan in pursuit of golden hues, did you know that Jiangsu quietly harbors an equally stunning, even dreamlike destination, known as one of the world's four largest flower seas—Xinghua? This Qingming Festival, escape the crowds and come to Xinghua for a spring feast. 📍Hidden Gem Location: Xinghua Qianduo Scenic Area, Jiangsu ⏰Blooming Season: Mid-March - Late April, peaking around Qingming Festival. Thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers bloom brilliantly; miss it, and you'll have to wait another year. 🚄Convenient High-Speed Rail: Disembark at Taizhou Station or Gaoyou Station, and a 50-minute taxi ride will take you directly to this golden world. 🚗Carefree Self-Driving: From Nanjing or Shanghai, it's about a 3-hour drive. The scenery along the way is also incredibly beautiful. With anticipation, Xinghua is just around the corner. Two-Day Leisurely Travel Guide to Taizhou and Xinghua Day 1: Immerse Yourself in the Qianduo Rapeseed Flower Sea Step into the Qianduo Rapeseed Flower Scenic Area, and instantly, your eyes are met with a sea of gold. Ascend the 20-meter-high observation tower, and a giant "golden chessboard" unfolds beneath your feet. Without a drone, you can capture this breathtaking panorama, with every texture and curve of the flower sea clearly visible. In the early morning, a veil-like mist gently shrouds the flower sea, resembling a natural ink painting, dreamlike and ethereal. In the afternoon, the warm sunshine bathes the rapeseed flowers, making them even more golden and dazzling. Be sure to experience a leisurely ride on a wooden paddle boat through the flower sea maze. As the oars part the water, the reflections of the flower mounds shimmer, creating an illusion as if you've entered a secret garden in a fairytale world. Day 2: Exploring the Charm of the Water Town 👉Xinghua Morning Tea: Start your day with a fragrant Xinghua morning tea. The steaming bamboo baskets hold the most authentic local flavors of this small town. 👉Li Zhong Water Forest: Stepping into this "Little Jiuzhaigou of Central Jiangsu" is like diving into a real-life version of the Emerald City. The afternoon sun filters through the dense metasequoia forest, casting dancing shadows on the ground. Flocks of egrets fly gracefully overhead, and your eyes are filled with healing greenery. Take a bamboo raft and gently cruise through the forest, truly experiencing the pleasure of "rafting through the forest, people in the painting." Every turn reveals a stunning picture meticulously drawn by nature. Stroll along the wooden boardwalk, dappled sunlight on your body, and every photo you take will be a masterpiece for your social media. 👉Jindongmen Old Street: Stroll along the bluestone paved road of the old street, and the atmosphere of the Ming and Qing dynasties washes over you. Here lies Xinghua's rich history and profound cultural heritage. Historical buildings such as Zheng Banqiao's Former Residence, Zhao Haixian's Western-style House, Cheng Family's Grand Mansion, and Zhuangyuanfang stand scattered, quietly telling stories of the past, inviting you to slow down and savor the passage of time. 📸Photographer's Secret Tips for Stunning Photos ➀ Stand on the second floor of the observation tower and use a telephoto lens to capture portraits from above. The compressed background of the flower sea appears even richer and more vibrant, with people smiling amidst the flowers, creating a picture-perfect moment. ➁ Sit lightly on the side of the bow and shoot from a low angle, incorporating the clear water reflection into the frame. People and flowers, boat and water, perfectly symmetrical, creating a scene full of artistic conception. ➂ Stroll along the wooden boardwalk and take a slightly upward shot at a corner, blurring the vibrant rapeseed flowers in the foreground, instantly making the person the focal point of the image, exuding an artistic vibe. ➃ Wait for dusk, when the orange-red sunset gently envelops the flower fields. Capture this moment and press the shutter. The combination of flower fields and sunset is breathtakingly beautiful. 🍜Culinary Delights of Xinghua A trip to Xinghua is also a feast for the taste buds. The delicate dim sum of Xinghua morning tea offers comfort with every bite. The delicious Xinghua Shagou fish balls melt in your mouth. Qianduo lotus root cakes perfectly blend the aroma of lotus root and meat. And the chives with river clams bring the freshness of spring to your palate. These authentic delicacies will surely satisfy your cravings. 🏠Accommodation Tips Xinghua offers many cozy homestays near the scenic area, allowing for quick access back to your "home" after a day of exploring. If you prefer a more urban experience, hotels in the city center are also an excellent choice. In the morning, you can easily find a morning tea shop to start your day and explore nearby attractions at your leisure. This Qingming Festival, pack your bags and head to Xinghua to encounter unexpected beauty and etch the memories of spring deep in your heart.