December at Zhuji Wuxie｜Ink-wash Waterfalls Hide Zen Meaning, A Niche Winter Secret Spot That’s Super Healing

Checking in at Wuxie in December, I just discovered how beautiful winter waterfalls can be! Sharing my private guide～ 💦【Highlights】 1️⃣ Winter-exclusive ink-wash painting - Though the red maples have faded, the caramel-colored leftover leaves have a unique charm🍁 - Five-tier waterfall + swirling mist = stunning ink-wash scroll - Canyon ice stream + fallen leaves floating on water, every snap is a poetic masterpiece📸 2️⃣ Thousand-year-old temple full of Zen - Wuxie Zen Temple with 1400 years of history✨ - A must-visit spot for scholars and artists - Quiet incense atmosphere, also a place to enjoy tea and rest🍵 3️⃣ Easy and friendly hiking - Gentle trails + comfortable stone steps - No steep slopes, suitable for the whole family👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 - Perfect for sightseeing and breathing fresh air! 🚗【Practical Information】 📍Address: Wuxie Scenic Area, Zhuji City, Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province ⏰Hours: Winter hours 8:00-16:30 (best to visit in the morning when fewer people) 🎫Tickets: - Adults 70 RMB (includes boat ticket) - Students half price 45 RMB - Hangzhou and Shaoxing residents free admission (only 20 RMB for boat ticket) 🚘Transportation: - Drive and navigate to "Wuxie Scenic Area Parking Lot, Zhuji," 1.5h from Hangzhou, parking 15 RMB/day - Take high-speed rail to Zhuji Station, then transfer to bus 151 direct (1h ride) 👗【What to Wear】 - Mountain temperatures 5-12℃🧥 Thick coat + sweater essential - Stone steps are wet and slippery, definitely wear non-slip shoes👟 - Don’t forget scarf and gloves～ 🚶【Best Route】 1️⃣ Take a boat ride to enjoy the lake view first🚢 - Wuxie Lake reflects the peaks beautifully - Check in at landmarks like Yuanbao Peak, Eagle Peak, etc. 2️⃣ Hike upward to see Wuxie waterfalls - From Wuxie (Dragon Emerging from the Sea) → Sixie (Galloping Horse) → Sanxie (Varied Forms) → Erxie (Twin Dragons Diverging) → Yixie (Gentle and Elegant) - The top level offers the best view and saves effort! 3️⃣ Rest at Wuxie Zen Temple on the mountaintop - Warm up with a pot of Snow Bud tea☕ - Admire ancient temple stone carvings and artifacts - Experience peaceful Zen moments 4️⃣ Carefully collect maple leaves on the way down for bookmarks - Buy some souvenirs at the exit farmhouse shop～ 🍜【Must-try Food】 - Xishi Tofu (tender and flavorful, a must-order!) - Steamed bass (fresh and affordable) - Freshly made pulled white sugar candy (sweet but not greasy, perfect for snacking while walking) 🛒【Recommended Souvenirs】 - Zhuji Xiangfei pine nuts (rich fruity aroma, freshest when bought on site) ⚠️【Tips to Avoid Trouble】 1️⃣ Stone steps near the waterfall are slippery, stay away from edges⚠️ 2️⃣ Keep quiet in the ancient temple, do not touch ritual instruments or Buddha statues 3️⃣ December is less crowded, no reservation needed, best to visit in the morning for photos