The plum blossom season at Meihua Zhou is the perfect time to plan a trip for Labor Day!
Jiaxing Meihua Zhou not only has the elegance of a Jiangnan water town, but also a rich historical and cultural heritage, making it a great place to relax.
👍Reasons to visit:
- A model Jiangnan water town: With crisscrossing rivers, well-preserved Ming and Qing style streets, stone bridges, and waterways, the misty rain in the early morning or on rainy days creates a picturesque Jiangnan atmosphere.
- Rich in history and culture: It has many historical sites such as the Millennium Ginkgo Tree and the Stone Buddha Temple, as well as rich folk culture and traditional festivals.
- Rich in leisure and entertainment: There is a children's playground, a pet feeding area, and seasonal picking activities, as well as live-action CS, barbecues, and expansion projects.
📍Detailed address:
No. 10, Sanxing Road, Fengqiao Town, Nanhu District, Jiaxing City.
🎫Scenic spot ticket price:
Full price ticket is CNY 45, discounts are available for online ticket purchases.
📅Travel Guide:
- Morning: After entering the scenic spot, first visit the Stone Buddha Temple to experience the Zen and tranquility of the Buddhist temple. You can also participate in activities such as copying scriptures, drinking tea, and writing blessing plaques. Then go to the Millennium Ginkgo Tree for photos.
- Afternoon: Stroll along the Xianghua Covered Bridge and enjoy the scenery on both sides. Then you can choose to experience some special activities, such as taking a cruise to enjoy the scenery of the water town, or participating in parent-child amusement projects and handicraft workshops. You can also go to Feng's Old House to watch a shadow puppet show.
- Evening: You can take a walk by the river, enjoy the beautiful sunset, and feel the tranquility and beauty of the Jiangnan water town.
🍜Food Guide:
- Jiaxing Zongzi: Jiaxing's special delicacy, with a variety of flavors such as meat zongzi and egg yolk zongzi, has a soft and glutinous taste and a delicious flavor.
- Wenhua Braised Duck: Made with high-quality ducks, it is made through multiple processes such as marinating, drying, and braising. The meat is tender and the sauce is rich.
- Crispy Mutton Noodles: Mutton is the main ingredient, served with chewy noodles, rich soup, and a mellow taste.
- Fengqiao Plum Blossom Cake: A local traditional pastry with a beautiful appearance, soft and glutinous taste, and a sweet but not greasy flavor.
🏨Accommodation Guide:
- Inside the scenic area: There are characteristic B&Bs and hotels such as Qilin North Courtyard, Zitao Xuan, Shuixi Cottage, and Hanlin Academy. Staying in the scenic area allows you to better experience the atmosphere of the ancient town.
- Outside the scenic area: There are also many hotels and B&Bs around the scenic area to choose from, with different prices and styles. You can book according to your budget and needs.
💗Other tips:
- The scenic area is of medium size and is suitable for a half-day or one-day trip. It is recommended to combine it with other Jiaxing attractions such as Yuehe Historical Block to plan your trip.
- For self-driving, navigate to "Meihua Zhou Scenic Area". The parking fee is about CNY 10/day; you can take Tourist Route 1 or Route 221 by bus, but there are fewer buses, so it is recommended to check the schedule.
- The prices of food and beverages in the scenic area are reasonable. It is recommended to taste local snacks such as Jiaxing Zongzi, Chi Cake, and Braised Duck.