[2025 Zhouzhi Attraction] Travel Guide for Fireworks Alley (Updated Apr)

The poetic and idyllic scenes in our friends' social media posts are, after all, someone else's story. Only by experiencing it ourselves can we appreciate the beauty of the world that is unique to us. So, a spontaneous trip was born, without too much planning, just enjoying the scenery wherever we go. We traveled over 800 kilometers, arriving first at the Zhouzhi Water Street Yanhuo Alley. Here, small bridges and flowing water resemble lines of poetry, while the grey tiles and colorful lanterns look like a painting. During the day, it exudes an ancient charm, quiet and simple; at night, neon lights flicker, draping the water street in a gorgeous coat. Amidst the glittering lights, it's like a guest dressed to the nines, dazzling and eye-catching. The vibrant atmosphere is not only about the people and the scenery, but also the food. The water street at night is full of life, while during the day, after shedding its glamorous attire, it gains tranquility but loses some of its bustling ambiance. From Zhouzhi, we followed the Meitai Line, passing through Gaojiang Road and the most beautiful mountain villages along the way. Unfortunately, we arrived a little early, before the peak season, and missed the spectacular scenery of the colorful forests, leaving a slight regret in our hearts. We must come back in late autumn to immerse ourselves in that captivating beauty. In the evening, we settled in Liuba County. An old street in the county town, brightly lit, has become a popular spot for tourists. The Qinling Mountains divide the south and the north. Starting from Hunan, we passed through Hubei and then to Shaanxi, enjoying the autumn scenery around the Qinling Mountains. There are many scenic spots worth visiting along the way, especially the Zibai Mountain winding road from National Highway G316 to Liuba County. The S-shaped bends are numerous and steep, perfect for experienced drivers. However, friends with less driving experience should prioritize safety and choose carefully. From Liuba County, we headed south to Guangwu Mountain, a 5A scenic spot in Nanjiang County, Sichuan Province. Despite the unfavorable weather and drizzle, it didn't dampen our spirits for sightseeing. The autumn wind swept through, scattering fallen leaves, and the red leaves felt as familiar as old friends. When we left Guangwu Mountain, the rain was still falling, and the mountain air was exceptionally fresh, shrouded in mist. We were in the car, driving through the fog, a beautiful scene difficult to capture with a phone, so we etched it deeply in our minds. Continuing our journey, we arrived at Enyang Ancient Town. Here, we dined, checked in, and toured the ancient town. Besides its commercial atmosphere, the ancient town is also filled with the rich local life. Scenes of friends gathering around a stove for tea, ear cleaning, and playing mahjong are common. Both locals and tourists can easily blend in. After the tour, we drove for over two hours to Dazhou, our destination for the third day. After settling into our accommodation, we went to Luofu Square for a hearty dinner, concluding a fulfilling day. From Dazhou, we headed to Pengshui Miao and Tujia Autonomous County in Chongqing. We made a brief stop at Wulong on the way, but since the scenic spot's parking lot was full, we abandoned our plans to visit and went straight to Pengshui Chiyou Jiuli City. This is not a popular attraction, so there weren't many tourists. It is the largest Miao traditional architectural complex in China. The Jiuli Divine Pillar is the tallest and largest Miao totem pole in the world, and the Jiuli Palace is the tallest and largest stilt house in the world. Looking out from a high vantage point, the mountains are shrouded in mist, and the unique architectural style offers a distinctive charm. When visiting a city, besides admiring the scenery, tasting the local cuisine is a must. In Pengshui, we found a highly-rated restaurant online called Zaodongjia. After navigating a maze of streets, we arrived at the restaurant and found it incredibly busy, requiring reservations in advance. After a long discussion with the owner, we were finally given an outdoor table. However, the food here was delicious and affordable, highly recommended. In Pengshui, there is also a forgotten scenic spot called Ayi River. Surrounded by mountains and flowing rivers, it integrates mountains, water, forests, springs, and canyons, combining grandeur, wonder, danger, beauty, and tranquility, making it an ideal place to escape the summer heat. Although drifting is not possible in this season, strolling along the river reveals crystal-clear water, lush vegetation shrouded in mist, cliffs and rocks of various shapes, and waterfalls cascading down the mountains, seemingly able to cure all worries. Gongtan Ancient Town, next to the Wujiang Gallery, is a 4A-level scenic spot. Built along the water, the wooden stilt houses offer the best views of the river. During the day, it's a commercial street for tourists; at night, the bright lights adorn the ancient town in a splendid attire, making it exceptionally beautiful. In Youyang, Chongqing, the Dieshi Flower Valley is filled with Muhlenbergia capillaris, swaying in the wind like a pink sea of flowers, creating a romantic atmosphere. The pink and rosy scenery seems to dispel all the regrets of autumn, making people believe that all good things will come unexpectedly. During the trip, each city has its unique scenery and customs. Whether we can appreciate and blend in varies from person to person, but the food is definitely not to be missed. During the seven-day National Day holiday, we started from Hunan, passed through Hubei, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Chongqing, and then returned to Hunan. This spontaneous trip, with its on-the-go planning, emphasized spontaneity and freedom. Despite the less-than-ideal weather, it didn't affect our enjoyment at all. We climbed mountains, crossed rivers, enjoyed the autumn scenery, admired the colorful foliage, stayed in hotels and guesthouses, tasted local delicacies, and visited many niche but beautiful attractions. It was undoubtedly a joyful and memorable journey.

After the completion of Phase II of Zhouzhi Water Street, finally have time to visit 😄 The entire scenic area is more than twice the size of before, Phase II has more and more concentrated planning and shops, More to eat and more to shop, the central stage area also has performances, Very suitable for a weekend family outing. 🆓 Free admission to the scenic area, free parking, no reservation required 👍 🌳 Landscape park, built along both sides of the river, the environment is very good 🏘 Shaanxi folk houses + Huizhou architecture + Guizhou style Although the styles are diverse, they are very comfortable to blend 🥘 Most of the restaurants are located in houses along the river Hidden in the landscape, it is very comfortable to be quiet in the midst of the hustle and bustle 🍢 If you like snacks, you can visit the shops along the street ❗️By the way, there is also a roller coaster here🎢❗️ 🧭 Navigation location: Xi'an Zhouzhi Water Street 🚗 Self-driving route: ❶ Xi'an Ring Road - Lianhuo Expressway Wugong Toll Station Exit - National Highway 108 ❷ Xi'an Ring Road - Xibao Old Line - National Highway 310 🕐 Driving time: about 1.5 hours 🚌 Public transportation: Ring Mountain Line 1 - Zhouzhi 106 Road As long as it is not during the Spring Festival or other holidays, There are not many people in the scenic area, Very suitable for a weekend stroll.

Location: 📍Search for "Zhouzhi Water Street" on your navigation system to get there. 🚗It is recommended to drive there. It takes about 1 hour to get there from downtown Xi'an. The scenic area has a well-equipped parking lot for visitors. 🌟The night view is the biggest highlight here. In summer, it is recommended to set off at around 5 or 6 p.m. to enjoy the charming night view after dark. ⚠️Please note that the lights in the scenic area will be turned off at around 10 p.m., so please arrive as early as possible to avoid missing the beautiful lights.

🚌This is the large-scale themed block "Zhouzhi Water Street" located in Zhouzhi County, Xi'an. It looks like Jiangnan during the day, but when the lights are turned on at night, it immediately turns into a combination of cyberpunk and sky lantern markets, which is a unique scene. 🌧️The lights are reflected on the ground after the rain, which makes it more beautiful. ·🆓No tickets💡Lights on: 19:35 (May 3)👉🏼Suggested time to visit: afternoon to evening🚙Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself, which takes about 2 hours from Xi'an.🅿️Parking is available at the Water Street District There are many free parking lots nearby. Alternatively, you can take a long-distance bus, but it is relatively troublesome. ·🔹Zhouzhi Water Street is very big, and it is very comfortable to take a walk along both sides of the waterway;🔹The core area is in the "Fireworks Alley", the buildings are very distinctive, and the night view is also amazing;🔹There are many flowers blooming along the coast recently, and the walls are full of Beautiful; 🔹Most of the shops on the street sell snacks, and there is a food court where you can sit down.

Xi'an 1h! ! Avoid the crowds and go to Zhouzhi during the Chinese New Year 🧨 to see the giant pandas 🐼 the four treasures of Qinling Mountains ➕ pray at Louguan 🙏🏻 visit the New Year Ancient Fair 🔥➕ perform social performances 😈 + gain knowledge at the Qinling National Botanical Garden 🙊➕ watch the lantern festival in the fireworks alley 🏮 make iron flowers ✨ bonfire party 🔥, the New Year atmosphere is so strong that it can't be dissolved! ! ! - 🗺️Travel route: 🚗Qinling Four Treasures Science Park (see giant pandas, Qinling Four Treasures, various rare wild animals) → 🚗Qinling National Botanical Garden (walking with kids, rare plants) → 🚗Gulouguan (praying, shooting Hanfu blockbuster, God of Wealth himself, fighting community fire, New Year ancient fair) → 🚗Zhouzhi Shasha River Water Street New Year Lantern Festival (lantern festival temple fair, iron flower, folk performances, snacks) - ⭕️Must-visit attractions + Spring Festival highlights: 1️⃣Qinling Sibao Science Park 3h+ 🐼Watch giant pandas up close! ! The chocolate-colored Chizai and the wrench-eared Po are both here! And there are panda cubs! ! A must-go for panda fans~ 🙊There are also rare animals such as golden monkeys, red cranes, takins, red pandas, golden eagles, vultures, etc., it's really true! Very addictive~ 2️⃣ Louguan Ecological Cultural Tourism Scenic Area 1h+ Xi'an's Little Forbidden City is known as the "origin of Taoism" and "the most blessed place in the world". Laozi wrote the 5,000-word "Tao Te Ching" here, and there is also the Zhao Gongming Temple of Wealth. From the first to the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, more than 20 Guanzhong folk fire teams will perform fire shows and visit the Guanzhong traditional New Year ancient fair. 3️⃣Zhouzhi Shasha River Street Light Festival 3h+ The fireworks alley has a feeling of Jiangnan water town. It is just right to see the night view when it gets dark. There are antique buildings, Spring Festival Lantern Festival, folk performances, iron flowers, New Year atmosphere, authentic Shaanxi cuisine, big circus, and various temple fair activities. It is perfect for visiting during the Chinese New Year. The key is to avoid the crowded flow of people in Xi'an city. Who wouldn't love that! ! ! - ⭕️Zhouzhi Food: Steamed pork with rice flour - different from the one in Xi'an, very delicious Spicy steamed bun Tea-oil fried dough twist Glazed Eggplant Tuotuo Noodles - I really like the slogan of Zhouzhi Tourism: Come to Zhouzhi in 2024 to celebrate the Year of Blessings. Come to the blessed land, come to Zhouzhi to have more blessings. - Among the Qinling Mountains in Xi'an, Zhouzhi has many small secret places that are hidden and full of charm.

The Longyanggou Plum Garden is located within the territory of Zhanglong Village, Zhuyu Town, Zhouzhi County, Xi'an City! It is the largest red plum base in the northwest region√ about 93 kilometers away from Xi'an! Surrounded by mountains and facing the plains, the red plums are scattered at different heights, embellishing the landscape. From a distance, the winding curves of the Qinling Mountains are hidden in the red mist❃ The plum blossoms are slanted, and the village is serene→ resembling a pastoral landscape painting♣ attracting countless tourists to come and admire the plum blossoms❃ It's really worth coming to see for yourself! 【Attraction Tips】❤ √ Regarding the admission fee☞ 15 yuan per person❤ √ About the scenic spot's features¶ ▶ The scenic area☞ Currently the largest red plum base in the northwest region→ surrounded by the Qinling Mountains, with plum forests spread within the valleys of the Qinling→ both beautiful and photogenic❤ ▶ Plum blossoms☞ The main varieties are grafted red plum apricots, red-leaf plum grafted red plums, and newly planted red plums, etc., which are ornamental red plums √ About the photography guide¶ ▶ Outfits☞ Since the plum blossoms have a high color saturation, it is strongly recommended to wear light-colored clothes→ which makes it easier to take good photos/ Misses who like to wear Hanfu should definitely wear Hanfu→ for amazing photos❤ ▶ Props☞ Oil-paper umbrellas, calligraphy and paintings as props→ are all good for taking photos❤ √ About nearby check-in spots recommendation ▶ Zhouzhi Water Street☞ The daytime Zhouzhi Water Street is just like the south of the Yangtze River→ with pavilions, carved corridors, and water pavilions, resembling a Jiangnan water town (free to enter, with some charged items inside) ▶ Fireworks Alley☞ When the neon lights are on at night→ this place becomes the 'second Great Tang Everbright City' / with a taste of the ancient city of Fenghuang❤ √ About the opening hours☞ All day ✈ About transportation¶ √ Address: Zhanglong Village, Zhuyu Town, Zhouzhi County, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province √ Transportation route☞ Take the Xi-Han Expressway→ exit at Laoyukou→ turn right onto the ring mountain road→ head west across the road to the opposite side of Guancun Middle School, Jingshan to reach the destination❤ √ Self-driving navigation→ Xi'an Longyanggou Thousand Acres Red Plum Base 【Travel Tips】 √ Equipment☞ It is recommended to wear a pair of comfortable shoes, bring a hat, sunglasses, and other sun protection items/ There are not many effective sun protection spots in the park❤ √ Dining☞ It is suggested to bring some snacks and water→ to replenish energy/ There are also places to eat around the scenic area/ Xi'an snacks like Liangpi, Hulatang, etc.→ about 15 yuan per person❤ √ Playtime☞ Suitable for all seasons, the plum blossoms here are divided into two phases→ the early phase blooms at the beginning of March/ the late phase blooms successively in mid-March, and the flowering period lasts until early April, it is recommended to spend at least 2—3 hours for a visit❤ √ Transportation☞ It is recommended to drive there→ parking fee is 10 yuan per vehicle/night❤

👉🏻In Zhouzhi Water Street - Fireworks Alley, I actually saw the intangible cultural heritage - iron flower making! ! In addition to iron flower making, there are also circus performances 🎪, Shan Hai Jing themed New Year Lantern Festival 🏮, etc., which is especially suitable for bringing family and children to watch! ! 🎈Intangible cultural heritage of iron flower making, a unique love for your romance 💰About tickets: Single ticket 39.9/person Tickets for two people: 59.9/person (children under 1.2m in height are free of charge) . ⚠️Must-see content: ①Iron Flower ②Circus performances🎎 ③ Lantern Festival🏮 ⏰It is recommended to arrive around 16:30 in the afternoon. You can stroll around the fireworks alley and have a meal first🍜. There is no place to eat in the lantern festival venue. The circus performance starts at 19:00. Enter the venue half an hour in advance. After watching the circus performance, the iron flower making will start at 20:00. After watching the show, you can stroll around the lantern festival🏮, take photos📸, and then return. 📍Address: Fireworks Alley, Water Street, Zhouzhi 🚗Transportation: Drive to the northeast gate of Yanhuo Alley, which is closer to the lights! . ⚠️Notes: 1. Go to exchange tickets first. The ticket exchange window is inside to prevent too many people from exchanging tickets when the performance starts, causing long queues; 2. To watch the circus performance, it is recommended to enter the venue half an hour in advance so that you can find a better seat; 3. To watch the iron flower making, it is recommended to arrive early to reserve a seat. The iron flower making is outdoors and the temperature is lower at night, so be sure to keep warm.

||. No place to go for a weekend trip around Xi'an? Experience the 'Xi'an version of Phoenix Ancient Town', Zhouzhi Water Street·Fireworks Alley. 🏖️🏖️Recommended reasons: 🌈China's longest water street The average length of domestic water streets is about 300 meters, the longest water street is about 1.6 kilometers, and the length of Shahe in Zhouzhi County is about 7 kilometers. The length of the first phase of the project is about 2.4 kilometers, which is unmatched by all domestic water streets, so it is deservedly the longest water street in China. 🌈China's largest water street The volume of domestic water streets varies, with some covering hundreds of hectares and some tens of acres, but the area of the park where the water street is located is not large. The largest water street is Nanhu Water Street, covering 7.73 hectares. This project (Shahe Wetland Park project, the water street is part of the project) covers an area of about 1500 acres, greatly surpassing all water streets in area. 🌈Most beautiful night view: After 18:30, the lights are on, and the water street changes to 'Phoenix Ancient Town', 'Chongqing Hongya Cave', 'Spirited Away Bathhouse' in a second. 🌈Non-stop food: From snacks to chain restaurants, satisfy your diverse stomach 🌈Water street with the most water elements in China The project plans to have 198 natural water landscape nodes, 202 artificial water landscape nodes, 71 land water landscapes, 29 air water landscapes, a total of 500 water landscape nodes, and is deservedly the water street with the most water elements in China. 🌈Large scale The total area of the entire Shahe, China's first water street, is larger than that of Datang Furong Garden and Qujiang South Lake combined. In terms of scale length, water area, and building facilities, none of the existing 18 water streets in the country can match it. 🌈Accommodation available: The water street has many unique homestays, you can enjoy the night view + accommodation, and the arrangement for the weekend is clear. 🎈Zhouzhi Water Street (Zhouzhi Shahe Wetland Park) is located in Zhouzhi County, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province. It is China's first water street, a national 4A-level tourist attraction, and a large-scale comprehensive theme park integrating citizen leisure, water experience, children's entertainment, and ecological tourism. It is also the country's first three-dimensional water landscape and interactive riverside ecological theme park. 🎈Zhouzhi Water Street is located 2 kilometers south of Zhouzhi County, about 6 kilometers north of Huan Shan Road Ma Zhao roundabout. It is a water landscape street transformed from the original Shahe, with an architectural style characterized by imitation of ancient times, gathering the simplicity and ruggedness of Guanzhong, and the bamboo boats on the water street are also a highlight. 🎈Time: All day 🎈Cost: Free 🎈Address: Next to National Highway 108, south of Zhouzhi County, Xi'an City

In recent years, the popularity of Zhouzhi Water Street has been declining, but the Fireworks Alley inside has been widely shared on social media. 🎆Zhouzhi Water Street is built along both banks of the Sha River It deeply explores the history and culture of the Sha It is a large theme park built with the local customs and characteristics of Zhouzhi 🎆Fireworks Alley, plain tiles during the day, lights at night. The Fireworks Alley in the night is like magic, wearing a gorgeous coat 🎆The architecture and layout of Fireworks Alley are completely in the style of ancient buildings, with all kinds of lanterns hanging all over the streets and alleys 🎆The bonfire platform is in the center of the alley square, the charcoal fire is burning vigorously, a group of people gather around, warm and cozy 🎆There are many homestays inside, you can stay for a night and stroll around the Water Street ‼️Fireworks Alley is free on weekdays, this year there are New Year lantern festival, equestrian, intangible cultural heritage performances, iron flower making, tickets are required for entry 💕Zhouzhi Water Street Fireworks Alley 📍North bank of Sha River Scenic Area, Erqu Street, Zhouzhi County, Xi'an City

The night view is so good that there is no need to come in the morning. There are more people on weekends, but many shops are not open on weekdays. If you want to be bustling and lively, go to the alley on weekends. It's a bit too quiet on weekdays. Arriving around 4 o'clock is the most appropriate. This way, the performance is compact and you can see the alley night view and bonfire party. Enter the park at 6:30 in the evening to watch the performance (go in, interact with the lantern festival puppets, walk to the circus at 7 o'clock, the circus ends at 8 o'clock, come out and watch the iron flower directly) There are many parking lots in P! Be sure to go to parking lot No.1 to walk less, you can park directly at the entrance The iron flower is outdoors and it's colder there than in Xi'an. Be sure to wear thick! (Keep the ticket, don't throw it away after entering, it will be recycled when watching the circus)

⛰【Scenic Spot Guide】 📍Detailed Address: Zhouzhi County, Qinling Four Treasures Science Park 🚗Traffic Guide: Driving is the most convenient 🕙Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 💰Ticket price: 30/person 🌟Highlights: The only chocolate-colored panda cub in all of China is here 📌Small Tips: Parent-child tour, leisure time, very humanized service