[2025 Jiayu Attraction] Travel Guide for Erqiao Park (Updated May)

Don't stop me! I'm going to Jiayu for spring 🌸 Spring-limited Jiayu is absolutely stunning! Take this guide to unlock N ways to enjoy spring in Jiayu~ Must-Visit Spots 🌾【Tianye Countryside Park】: Studio Ghibli-style countryside, thousands of acres of flowers blooming in rotation. Climb the Wenchang Tower for a panoramic view of the flower fields and green paddies. You can also pick strawberries, cycle along the North Lake Greenway, and gain knowledge at the Agricultural Museum. Best of all, it's free (activity experiences charged), open all day (some sections 8:30 - 17:30). ♨️【Mountain Lake Hot Springs】: 51 hot spring pools built along the lake, containing strontium and fluoride mineral water. Soak while enjoying lake and mountain views in spring—maximum ritual experience! You can also experience sunrise/starry sky hot springs, open 9:00 - 23:00, tickets from 158 yuan (includes hot springs + water park). 🌸【Kangfengyuan Eco-Tourism Area】: Limited-time romantic peach blossom festival from March to April, thousands of acres of peach blossoms in full bloom. Wear Hanfu to join parades, DIY kites, and taste peach blossom wine. Open 8:00 - 18:00, tickets 30 yuan (includes flower viewing + cute animal interactions). 🏯【Two Qiao Park】: Three Kingdoms-themed ancient-style photography spot. Cherry blossoms and crabapple flowers bloom beside ancient pavilions. Climb the Shuangfeng Tower to enjoy the sunset over the three lakes. Stroll along the lakeside path, and if you're lucky, you might encounter a Hanfu gathering. Free admission all day. 🏖️【Miquan Lake Tourism Resort】: Known as "Hubei's Little Maldives," featuring white sand beaches and Instagram-worthy swings. Activities include kayaking, camping, and staying in stargazing rooms. Free entry (activities available 9:00 - 18:00). Food Recommendations 🥘【Wild Lotus Root Hot Pot】: Featured on "A Bite of China," the fresh soup made from starchy lotus roots, every bite tastes like spring. 🍡【Jiayu Lotus Root Sandwich】: Local lotus root filled with tender meat stuffing, crispy outside and tender inside, every bite is pure happiness. 🥖【Luxi Twisted Fried Dough】: A hundred-year heritage, savory and crispy, perfect as a souvenir. 🍬【Handmade Jiayu Sesame Candy】: Rich sesame aroma, sweet but not greasy, you'll fall in love with the first bite. Spring Tips 🧥 Jiayu has big temperature differences between morning and evening in spring, so remember to bring a light jacket. For photos, light-colored outfits look better. 📸 8-10 AM and 4-6 PM offer soft lighting, the best time for photography. 🌿 Fields and flower areas have many insects, so don't forget insect repellent. Also, please view flowers respectfully and don't break branches. Transportation Guide ✈️ From Wuhan Tianhe Airport, it's about a 1.5-hour drive to Jiayu. 🚄 High-speed trains go directly to Jiayu South Station, about 1 hour from Wuhan, 30 minutes from Xianning. 🚗 Driving is also convenient. From Wuhan, take the Wu-Shen Expressway, arriving in 1.5 hours; from Xianning, it's a 40-minute drive with Yangtze River scenery along the way. This spring, come to Jiayu for a poetic rendezvous!

⛰【Attraction Guide】 🌊 Jiayu Erqiao Park, located in Hubei, is adjacent to the Sanhu Lianjiang Scenic Area, one of the sources of the Three Kingdoms culture. This area is not only famous for its beautiful women, but also has a rich history and culture. According to legend, the two Qiao sisters, who were known for their beauty, were born here. 🎑 The father of the two Qiao sisters, Qiao Xuan, was a famous minister in the late Han Dynasty. He lived in a traditional Chinese medicine doctor's house in Shayang Fort for many years. He later married the daughter of the doctor's family and gave birth to Daqiao and Xiaoqiao. Shayang Fort is located in Jiayu County, so Erqiao Park usually refers to Jiayu Erqiao Park. 🎑 In Su Dongpo's "Remembering the Red Cliffs," he wrote: "Thinking back to Gongjin's time, Xiaoqiao was newly married, with a heroic posture and many strategies. Looking back and smiling, the old man left the Yellow Crane Tower, and fireworks were set off in March in Yangzhou. Even after a thousand years, the faces of the two Qiao sisters still remain." Daqiao was the wife of Sun Ce, and it is said that she cried for months after Sun Ce's death. Xiaoqiao was the wife of Zhou Yu, and she was known as the second most beautiful woman in the Three Kingdoms, although not as beautiful as Diaochan. 🎑 Hubei is known as the hometown of the Three Kingdoms culture. There are many famous historical events here, such as the Battle of Red Cliffs, Guan Yu's loss of Jingzhou, and Liu Bei's three visits to the thatched cottage. Yiling, Changbanpo, Taizi Bridge, Dangyang Bridge, and Dianjiangtai are all familiar place names that are closely related to this area. ​Note: The two Erqiao Parks, one in Anhui's Qianshan City and the other in Hubei's Jiayu County, both claim to be the hometown of the two Qiao sisters.

🌆 Xianning, a city in southeastern Hubei Province, is like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. 👀 Located at the junction of Hunan, Hubei, and Jiangxi provinces, it boasts a prime location, beautiful natural scenery, and rich cultural heritage. Follow me on a two-day trip to Xianning! 😜 Day 1 🌅 Morning: As the first ray of sunshine hits your face, head to Qianshan National Forest Park 🌳. Breathe in the fresh air, stroll along the forest paths, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature. The park is full of lush trees and singing birds, like a natural oxygen bar. 😃 Noon: Find a local restaurant near the park and try Xianning's Heshen chicken soup 🍲. The chicken is tender and the soup is rich. A sip will warm your body and soul. Evening: As night falls, head to Hot Spring Valley. Soak in the steaming hot springs and let the day's fatigue melt away. There are many types of hot springs here, such as rose pools and milk pools, so you can enjoy a relaxing time. ✨ Day 2 🌞 Morning: Head to Jiugong Mountain at sunrise. Climb to the top and overlook the rolling mountains and the sea of clouds, as if you were in a fairyland. 🤩 Noon: Try local specialties on Jiugong Mountain, such as stir-fried bamboo shoots with meat, and enjoy the fresh ingredients. Evening: Head to Erqiao Park and enjoy the beautiful night view. The lights are bright, and the lake reflects the scenery on the shore. 🌈 6 must-see attractions: Qianshan National Forest Park 🎄: Open all day and free of charge. The park features rich vegetation and fresh air, perfect for hiking and picnics. You can stroll along the paths and admire the various plants while enjoying the charm of nature. Hot Spring Valley ♨: Open from 9:00 am to 12:00 am. The park features a variety of hot spring pools and a comfortable environment. You can choose your favorite pool to soak in and relax. Jiugong Mountain 🏔: Open from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. The park features spectacular peaks and beautiful seas of clouds. You can take a cable car or hike up the mountain and enjoy the scenery along the way. Taiyi Cave 🕳: Open from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. The cave is full of strange rocks and stalactites, as if you were in a mysterious underground world. Lushui Lake 🌊: Open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The lake is clear and full of islands. You can take a boat tour and enjoy the lake and mountains. Chengshui Cave Scenic Area 🛤: Open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The area has a strong historical atmosphere, and you can learn about some unique historical cultures. Hotel recommendation: Xianning Country Garden Phoenix Hot Spring Hotel 🏨. The hotel features luxurious decor, quality service, and a variety of entertainment facilities. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the beds are soft, so you can have a sweet dream. 💤 Transportation guide 🚌: The city has convenient transportation, and you can take a bus to various attractions. For example, you can take a bus to Qianshan National Forest Park or Hot Spring Valley. Food recommendations 😋: Tongshan Baotuo: Soft and glutinous skin wrapped with rich filling. A bite will fill you with happiness. 😜 Chibi Fish Cake: Made of tender fish meat, with a delicate texture that melts in your mouth. Jiayu Lotus Root Sandwich: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with the fragrance of lotus root and the deliciousness of meat filling. Chongyang Mahua: Crispy and delicious, sweet and salty, and more fragrant the more you chew. Xian'an Baota Pork: Unique shape, fatty but not greasy, mouth-watering. Tongcheng Zengzheng Cake: Sweet and glutinous, with a strong rice fragrance. Dafan Mabin: Crispy and sweet, a must-try delicacy. Xianning, a charming city with beautiful scenery, delicious food, and warm people, will leave you with fond memories. 💖