[2025 Ninghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Qiantong Ancient Town (Updated Apr)

20 minutes train ride away from Ningbo city, Ninghai country is home to Qiantong. 20 minute taxi from Ninghai station you will find the ticket office of the ancient town. Take a short walk from here towards the guarded entrance, here you can enter the ancient town which has been built up by the local residents. The government have helped the locals to expand the area and keep it active. The ancient town has a few paths to follow that lead into each other, there’s also some older buildings to visit and explore as well as local shops and cafes. Souvenirs are a must buy here. Across the road from the entrance gates, you can see some steps. Follow these up and you can over look most of the town. #staycation #urbanexplorer #mountainview #ancienttown #ningbo

Spring is here, it's time for a trip! This time, I chose Ninghai, a treasure town surrounded by mountains and rivers, stayed in a super beautiful resort hotel, and checked out many viral attractions. It's so healing! ✨ Day 1: Check in to Ninghai Resort Hotel 📍 Hotel Recommendation: Ninghai Lianghuangshan Xiake Courtyard This hotel is amazing! Hidden at the foot of Lianghuang Mountain, the room has a full view of greenery when you open the window. There is also a pool by the stream, a large lawn, and a stream camp. Every shot is a blockbuster! You can also see the stars at night, which is super romantic~🌟 - Must-see spots: Huxiao Mountain House, Magua Tree Courtyard, Stream Camp - Tips: It is recommended to book in advance, it is super popular on weekends! Day 2: Qiantong Ancient Town + Lianghuang Mountain Scenic Area 📍 Qiantong Ancient Town The ancient town retains many buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with bridges, flowing water, and bluestone roads, as if traveling back to ancient times! This is also the filming location of the movie "The Barber". It's great for taking pictures! 📸 - Must-see spots: Tong's Ancestral Hall, Old Street, Water Street - Food recommendation: Qiantong Sanbao (tofu, dried tofu, hollow tofu), you must try it! 📍 Lianghuang Mountain Scenic Area In the afternoon, I went to Lianghuang Mountain, which is the opening place of Xu Xiake's Travels! The mountain is not high, but the scenery is super beautiful, with gurgling streams and fresh air. It is especially suitable for hiking and taking pictures. Climbing to the top of the mountain, you can also overlook the entire Ninghai, with a great view! ⛰️ - Must-see spots: Lianghuang Temple, Glass Plank Road -Tips: Wear comfortable shoes and bring some snacks to replenish energy~ Day 3: Sangzhou Rape Flower Scenic Area 📍 Sangzhou Rape Flower Sangzhou in spring is simply a sea of ​​rape flowers! The golden flower fields are matched with blue sky and white clouds, as beautiful as a painting! There are also terraces and tea gardens here. You don't need filters to take pictures, and every shot is a blockbuster! 🌼 - Must-see spots: Rape Flower Field, Terraced Field Viewing Platform - Tips: It is recommended to go in the morning or evening, the light is soft, and the photos are more beautiful! 📝Itinerary Summary - Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself. The distance between the scenic spots is not far, so it is convenient to stop and take pictures at any time. - Outfit suggestions: Light-colored clothes match the spring scenery better~ - Food recommendation: In addition to Qiantong Sanbao, Ninghai's wheat cakes and seafood are also super delicious! 🔔Tips: The temperature difference between morning and evening in spring is large, remember to bring a coat~ Which scenic spot in Ninghai do you want to visit the most? Tell me in the comments section 👇

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Stepping into Qiantong is like stepping into a traditional Chinese ink painting: · White walls and black tiles, small bridges and flowing water: The ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties are well-preserved, with white walls and black tiles, and high horsehead walls reflected in the clear stream, creating a beautiful picture of Jiangnan. · Bagua water system, boats at every door: The ancient town is laid out in a "hui" shape with a double chessboard street and alley layout, surrounded by a Bagua water system, with streams flowing in front of every door, forming a unique landscape of "every house connected by flowing water and small bridges, and every household connected by cobblestone paths." · Stone windows and wood carvings, exquisite craftsmanship: The exquisite stone window carvings and ancient wood carvings all demonstrate the superb skills of ancient craftsmen, telling the story of the ancient town's past glory and history!

Qiangjiao Town, Ningbo, is located in Ninghai County, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, China. It boasts beautiful scenery, a long history, a superior geographical location, and convenient transportation. The town is surrounded by mountains and rivers, with a high forest coverage rate, making it a great place for leisure vacations and eco-tourism! ✅Transportation: If you depart from downtown Ningbo, you can drive to Qiangjiao Town, which takes about 1 hour. ✅Attractions 1️⃣Qiangjiao Town The legendary "Little Jeju Island." If it's a sunny day, you can embrace the blue sea in no time and take amazing photos! Order a caramel macchiato, sit on a beach chair, and enjoy the sea breeze. You'll feel healed. 2️⃣Jiajueke Village Wharf The sunset is stunning, and the orange sunset is healing! The golden light spots keep jumping on the sea, and life is worth it! 3️⃣Guangde Temple Tang-style architecture, with charming small gardens in the temple. Ancient costumes look great in photos, giving you a feeling of returning to the Tang Dynasty. 4️⃣Xiyou Temple A hidden temple in the mountains, with pagodas and Buddha statues built along the mountain, making for stunning photos. 5️⃣Qiantong Ancient Town An ancient town with a history of over 770 years, well-preserved ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, a unique Bagua water system, and every house has carved beams and running water. A classic film and TV drama filming location. 6️⃣Haiwanwei Internet-famous Road The road is opposite the folk singer's place. It's more of a slope than a road, and cars are not allowed, so it's safe. Walk up the slope, and you can take photos with the sea as the background. The higher you go, the better the photos! 7️⃣Hengshan Island If you have enough time, you can take a boat to the island. The round-trip ticket costs CNY 70, and it's the same boat. Usually, you'll have more than an hour to circle the island. After a 20-minute boat ride, you can see a wider and bluer sea.

Qiantong Ancient Town Travel Guide🏯✨ 🌸 Travel Route: Qiantong Ancient Town - North Gate -> Ancient House Area (Zesi House, Mingjing House, etc.) -> Folk Museum -> Lushan Mountain -> Filial Piety Lake -> Xu Xiake Ancient Travel Road -> East Street, West Street (Old Street) -> Imperial Book Building -> Qiantong Ancient Stage -> Exit the South Gate of the Ancient Town 📜 Key Attractions: Ancient House Area: Including Zesi House, Mingjing House, etc., showcasing the architectural style and cultural connotation of the ancient town during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.🏠 Folk Museum: Exhibiting various traditional folk relics, such as clothing, farm tools, daily necessities, etc., allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of Qiantong's folk culture.🏺 Lushan Mountain: Resembling a lying deer, it is regarded as an auspicious sacred mountain, offering a panoramic view of the ancient town from the top.🌄 Filial Piety Lake: With clear water and pleasant scenery, it is a highlight of the ancient town.🏞️ Xu Xiake Ancient Travel Road: Preserving the footprints of Xu Xiake, allowing visitors to experience the route of this great traveler.👣 🕰 Recommended Visit Time: It is recommended to spend half a day to a day exploring, with the best seasons being spring and autumn when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful. 👗 Dress Recommendation: It is recommended to wear comfortable flat shoes, as the ancient town is mostly paved with cobblestones; also bring a sun hat and sunglasses to protect against direct sunlight. 🎁 Surprise Recommendations: Local Snacks: Taste the three treasures of Qiantong (Tong Tofu, Qiantong Dried Tofu, Qiantong Hollow Tofu) and Qiantong Wheat Cake, among other specialties.🍜 Ancient Bridge Exploration: The ancient town has several well-preserved ancient bridges, such as Fuxing Bridge, Zhenning Bridge, etc., worth exploring.🌉 Photography Spots: Take photos at attractions like Filial Piety Lake and Lushan Mountain to capture beautiful memories.📸 Qiantong Ancient Town is a Jiangnan ancient town full of historical charm and cultural heritage, where visitors can appreciate the allure of Ming and Qing ancient architecture, experience the influence of traditional culture, and savor authentic delicacies.🌼🎉 Note: Please respect local customs and religious beliefs, protect cultural relics and the natural environment, and contribute to creating a harmonious and civilized tourism environment.

Qiantong Ancient Town is located in Ninghai County, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, China. It is an ancient town with rich historical and cultural heritage. The town is famous for its well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings and is known as the "Little Lijiang in East Zhejiang". Qiantong Ancient Town has more than 1,300 ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, including houses, ancestral halls, archways, gate towers, and pavilions. These ancient buildings not only showcase the local history and culture, but also reflect the ancient Chinese architecture and lifestyle. One of the features of the ancient town is its unique water system layout, known as the "Bagua Water System". This layout uses the Baixi River to wind around the village and form a unique water town landscape. The streets and lanes in the ancient town are clear, and the cobblestone-paved roads are lined with clear streams, creating a quiet and simple atmosphere. Qiantong Ancient Town is also famous for its folk culture and traditional festivals. Among them, the Qiantong Lantern Festival has a history of more than 500 years and has been listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. In addition, the ancient town has been selected as a famous historical and cultural town in China and Zhejiang Province. The ticket price for the ancient town is 40 yuan, which includes visits to multiple attractions, such as Zhisiqi Residence, Mingjing Hall, Zesi Residence, Shangtang House, Folk Museum, Old Street, Dazong Ancestral Hall, and Qunfeng Zanlu. The best time to visit is around Qingming Festival, when the rape flowers around the ancient town are in full bloom and the scenery is pleasant. Qiantong Ancient Town is not only a treasure trove of history and culture, but also an excellent place to experience the traditional life and atmosphere of the Jiangnan water town.

📍Attraction Address: Ningbo·Ninghai·Qiantong Ancient Town🏮 🚗Transportation: Get off at Ninghai Station🚄, take bus🚌 No. 628 for 4 yuan, get off at the town government and walk a bit further. It is quite recommended to call a car The driver drives quite fast, it only took 25 minutes 👍️Must-visit attractions: Crescent Market Previously, it was said that the post office🏤 seemed to have closed, and the original site has become a homestay and coffee shop with the same name. The decoration is okay Tong Yanfang Art Museum🖼️ There are many traditional and ancient things inside, with a super large bamboo fan hanging on the wall, and an old man sitting inside doing bamboo weaving. There are display cabinets with various bamboo weaving crafts and some small toys🪀 for sale. Bagua Water System Almost every fork in the road has a small stream. The stream at the entrance near the ticket office is relatively wide, with many koi and small fish inside, very beautiful There are several very bright golden ones that are particularly eye-catching Folk Museum In the Folk Museum, I saw many traces and utensils of ancient life. More are wedding bed items and simulated ancient wedding life items, etc., and there is also a flower sedan chair. It is worth a visit. The promotion inside is very modern, and there are some very fun places Yifei Cinema The filming location of the movie "The Barber" (directed by Chen Yifei, starring Chen Kun), where you can watch the movie "The Barber" 🎬, and some filming scenes. During this period, there are also shadow puppets 🎦 and magic shows. 🎟️Ticket Information: Adult ticket 🎫 60/person, Ctrip/50 (need to buy one day in advance) 💗Other tips: 1️⃣ If interested, you can learn about Qiantong's "River water does not offend well water" 2️⃣ It is recommended to climb Lushan at the entrance of the village to overlook the whole view of the ancient town, see the Bagua water system and the ancient people's "harmony between man and nature" construction layout. Walking on the cobblestone paths of the ancient town, looking at the quiet water flow in front of each household, the blue bricks and black tiles on both sides, closing your eyes, feeling the tranquil life unique to Qiantong Ancient Town, it has a special charm

Ningbo is a city that combines the poetic charm of Jiangnan with the artistic freshness of a coastal city. · ▪️Tianyi Pavilion 📍Address: No. 10 Tianyi Street, Haishu District, Ningbo 🔹Reason to Check-in: The earliest private library in China and the first in Asia It houses nearly 300,000 volumes of ancient books and more than 80,000 rare editions. It also features a collection of mahjong from around the world. Mahjong enthusiasts, don't miss this! · ▪️Nantang Old Street 📍Address: No. 15 Maoya Street, Ningbo 🔹Reason to Check-in: There's always a street to comfort your stomach You can enjoy various snacks like Youzanzi, Thousand-layer Cake, Mung Bean Cake, and Roasted Pig Trotters from one end of the street to the other. While exploring the old 'South Gate Three Markets,' you can savor authentic local snacks. · ▪️Qiantong Ancient Town 📍Address: Southwest of Ninghai County, Ningbo 🔹Reason to Check-in: An ancient Jiangnan town undisturbed by the mundane world The entire town is a picturesque rural painting with rich ancient charm. It is also the filming location of the movie 'The Barber.' Wear Hanfu and experience a time-traveling journey, it's delightful! · 🚄Transportation: ▫️By Car Set the navigation to 'Lijiakeng Village' and ensure the search result shows 'Haishu District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province' before starting navigation ▫️By High-speed Train Take a high-speed train or bullet train to Yuyao North Railway Station, then take a taxi to Lijiakeng, which takes about 100 minutes.

Ah, Ningbo, a city where modernity and history dance in harmony. From the neon-lit Old Bund to the tranquil streets of Cicheng Ancient Town, there's a slice of Ningbo for every traveler. Let's dive into some of the city's most captivating attractions! 🌉 Old Bund Intersection of Jiangxia Street and Yongjiang Bridge, Jiangbei District Imagine sipping on a cool drink as the Yongjiang River gently flows by. The Old Bund is a nightlife hub that's spacious, comfortable, and brimming with energy. Grab a seat at a table and take in the views – both the historical architecture and the modern skyline. If you're lucky, you might catch a boat ride for a different perspective of this dynamic district. 🚢✨ 🏰 Cicheng Ancient Town No. 8, Dongchengyan Road, Cicheng Town, Jiangbei District Step back in time in Cicheng Ancient Town. With its scattered historical sites and lively pedestrian streets, it's a mix of serenity and festivity. Sample the local flavors at the theme restaurants and soak in the beauty of the surrounding scenery. Don't miss out on the beautifully preserved Kong Temple and the intricate details of the Feng Yue Color Painting. 🍜🏛️ 🎬 Xiangshan Movie and Television City Xiangshan Film City Scenic Spot, Xinqiao Town, Xiangshan County Lights, camera, action! Xiangshan Movie and Television City is a treasure trove for film buffs. With its diverse historical backdrops, it's a playground for imagination. Catch a thrilling car stunt show or marvel at the traditional magic performances. Despite some areas being off-limits due to filming, the experience is still star-studded. 🎥🌟 🛤️ Qiantong Ancient Town Qiantong Town Center, Ninghai County Qiantong Ancient Town is a picture-perfect postcard of tranquility. Wander along the waterways, taste the local tofu delicacies, and capture the essence of this peaceful settlement. Though it's not vast, every corner is a photographer's dream. 📷🌿 🛍️ Nantang Old Street South Gate of the Ancient City, Zhejiang Province A stroll down Nantang Old Street is like flipping through the pages of Ningbo's history. From the aroma of traditional snacks to the allure of antique shops, it's a feast for the senses. Indulge in Ningbo's culinary delights and marvel at the well-preserved architecture. Don't forget to grab some unique Ningbo gifts for your loved ones! 🍢🎁 In Ningbo, every step is a journey through time, and every night a celebration of life. These attractions are just the beginning of what this wonderful city has to offer. #Ningbo #NingboAttractions #China #ChinaTravel

🌊 Ninghai has truly become my favorite summer vacation spot for taking the kids and escaping the heat in recent years. With mountains on one side and the sea on the other, plus delicious seafood, the best part is the super comfortable temperatures in the mornings and evenings. You don't even need to turn on the air conditioner, it's much cooler than the city. 😎 🚗 Recommended self-driving itinerary (1 hour from Ningbo city, 2 hours from Hangzhou): DAY1: Ninghai Shuanglin - Liya Luo Water Park - (Qiantong Ancient Town) - Hot Spring Hotel DAY2: Yancang Mountain Waterfall - Qiangjiao Town - Return Day1: Departure🛫 - Hotel🏨 Afternoon: Ninghai Shuanglin The whole way is filled with babbling streams, you can just find a dam to go down and play in the water, it's simply a water paradise. Evening🌆: Nearby Liya Luo Water Park The weather is not hot, especially suitable for children to play, and the online ticket prices are super affordable. Night: You can soak in the Ninghai hot springs♨️ at the hotel or take a dip in the hotel swimming pool. Day2: Morning: Yancang Mountain Waterfall (free, 1 hour is enough) This place is super natural, with many pools where children can play in the water. Zhang Ruoyun's "Sword Snow Stride" was filmed here, and the waterfall is great for photos. Noon: Qiangjiao Town (have lunch and take some photos) This place is known as the little Jeju of Ningbo, the coastal road is really photogenic, it's beautiful! There are also many cafes along the road in Qiangjiao Town, with greenery on one side and the sea on the other. Afternoon: Return Other attractions: 1. Qiantong Ancient Town (free entry at night) 2. Longgong Ancient Village, with ancient houses and stone roads, the ancient village is very beautiful. 3. Xiyou Temple, a temple hidden in the mountains, with a pagoda and Buddha statues built on the mountain, perfect for stunning photos. 🎈 Come to Ninghai and start a pleasant trip with your kids, let them have fun between the mountains and waters. 😉

By chance, I came to Ninghai County. As a native northerner, Ninghai is completely different from the county towns I had in mind. With its natural landscape of seven parts mountains, one part water, and two parts fields, the air is humid, and everywhere is lush and green, filled with the fragrance of birds and flowers. The faint scent of camphor and osmanthus permeates the entire city. :Scenery: I only visited Qiantong Ancient Town. Having visited some ancient towns before, what makes this one special is its lack of strong commercial atmosphere. It has a rich water system, with small streams and steps in front of every household, which were probably used for washing clothes and vegetables in the past. Here, every house has carved beams, and every household has running water. Walking on the stone-paved roads, you can hear the sound of flowing water. Open the window to see the river, open the door to see the bridge. Staying in a local B&B should be very beautiful and particularly quiet. Food: If you want to eat mountain delicacies, you can enjoy them to your heart's content. Local friends recommended us to Guoping Restaurant. Ninghai has both mountain and sea delicacies. The seafood has a light but very fresh taste. Maibing is a specialty, whether sweet or salty, it has a faint seafood flavor. It is said that there are also Razor Clam Festival, Jumping Fish Festival, Tourism Festival... and they just held a marathon. In 'Xu Xiake's Travel Notes', Ninghai is the starting point. There is Xiake Avenue, parks, etc. here. He should be the first-generation travel blogger, haha. In short, Ninghai County is an underrated city. The nationally renowned Deli Stationery is a local giant here. Not only is the economy strong, but tourism also has unique advantages, making it worth a day's stay to experience it carefully.

Ningbo, Zhejiang. Ninghai Attached is our 2-day and 1-night self-driving tour route: Day1 Qiangjiao Town→ Oriental Art Museum→ Check in Ninghai Sheraton→ Qiantong Ancient Town Qiantong Ancient Town: A historical town built in the late Song Dynasty, it has preserved a complete Ming and Qing architectural complex, introduced the Bagua water system, blue bricks and black tiles, and is known as the "Little Lijiang in Eastern Zhejiang". The key is that it is not very commercialized and there are not many tourists. Oriental Art Museum: Combining modern and traditional architectural styles, it has various intangible cultural heritage exhibits such as lacquerware, wood carvings, Buddha statues, and handicrafts. It is also very nice to take pictures. Qiangjiao Town: It is actually an ordinary seaside town, but the sea in the distance is still relatively blue on a sunny day, and the flowers are blooming in spring. It would be very comfortable and pleasant to sit in front of the "Folk Song Uncle＊**" on the beach, drink some wine, take some photos, and enjoy the sea breeze. ! Don't go there on cloudy days, you may encounter yellow mud. Day2Xiyou Temple→Ninghai Hu Clan Ancestral Hall→Guangde Temple→Return ★Xiyou Temple: A small ancient temple hidden in the mountains. Standing in the forest of numerous pagodas and overlooking the mountains and rivers, it is shocking! However, the ancient temple is still under reconstruction and renovation. ★Ninghai Hu Clan Ancestral Hall: Ninghai should be the place with the most preserved ancient opera stages in Zhejiang Province! This time we chose the representative Hu's Ancestral Hall, especially the three consecutive [caissons] on the stage. Although the color gradually faded, it is still gorgeous and is really a national art treasure. Guangde Temple: Even Yang Yang has punched in at this Tang-style temple. The gardens and landscaping are very ingenious, and there is no ticket required, it is free to visit ↑【About accommodation】 We stayed at the Ninghai Sheraton Hotel, which is close to the sea and also close to the high-speed rail station. The hotel's decoration and facilities are very new, the whole house is smart and the hardware facilities are also very good, as always, the quality is good. The guest room is also very spacious, the bedding is of moderate softness and hardness, and the sleeping feeling is very comfortable. Moreover, you can overlook the lake and mountains in the distance and watch the sunset from the balcony. It is the right way to enjoy a leisurely vacation. I also want to recommend their Caiyuexuan restaurant. Every dish is super delicious, especially the crab rice cake. I highly recommend it~ 【About transportation】 After all, it is a county town, so it is more convenient to drive between various attractions. It takes 2.5 hours from Hangzhou and 1 hour from Ningbo city. You need to take the high-speed rail to Ninghai Station to take a taxi.

Qiantong Ancient Town covers an area of 68 square kilometers, with a population of 26,000. It is an ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River with a long history, profound cultural accumulation, and a unique geographical environment. It is the largest settlement of the Tong surname in the south of the Yangtze River, preserving a complete set of Ming and Qing architectural complexes. It has been named as Zhejiang Province's Historical and Cultural Famous Town and Zhejiang Province's Tourism Town. Located 14 kilometers southwest of Ninghai County, Ningbo City, it is one of the best-preserved towns in the eastern Zhejiang region that embodies Confucian culture. In 2007, it was awarded the title of China's Historical and Cultural Famous Town. The local Tong family has been diligent in farming and learning since settling here during the Shao Ding period of the Southern Song Dynasty. At the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, Tong Bolai twice invited Fang Xiaoru to lecture at the Shijing Jingshe, laying the foundation for a family of poetry and etiquette. Since then, following the virtues of optimizing the environment by diverting water and planting trees, cultivating and reading, and educating future generations, generations of talents have emerged, forming an ancient cultural style of 'small bridges and flowing water in every household, and ancient alleys and courtyards hiding art and literature.' This place is also the hometown of Tong Baoxuan, the commander-in-chief of the Zhejiang province during the Xinhai Revolution, and the base of the Taishu Revolution. Attractions available for touring include well-preserved ancient houses, old streets, folk museums, Lushan Mountain, Shijing Mountain, Filial Daughter Lake, Chai Wanying Cypress, and Xu Xiake's ancient travel path.

📍Detailed address: Ninghai Qiantong Ancient Town, Ningbo 🎫Ticket: 60 RMB per person. Half price for children. You can buy tickets one day in advance online, and adult tickets are 10 RMB cheaper! 🚉Transportation strategy: 🚄Take the high-speed train to Ningbo Ninghai Station. Take a taxi (about 40 RMB) or a bus for 4 RMB (about half an hour's journey) 🚗Drive directly to Qiantong Ancient Town 🅿️Parking is 5 RMB for the first 4 hours From the parking lot/ticket office to the entrance of the ancient town, it takes about ten minutes by sightseeing car, which costs 5 RMB per person Qiantong Ancient Town has preserved its overall characteristics very well. Stone walls, green tiles, and the ground is paved with the original cobblestone roads. Small bridges and flowing water pass by each household. The river water is super clear! There are quite a few scenic spots and activities to see, and it's very lively inside. It's definitely worth a visit Qiantong's three treasures: Stinky tofu, dried tofu, and tofu skin are available for tasting~ Qiantong Theater: There are opera performances, which you can sit and enjoy slowly Folk Museum: Introduces some of the local famous specialties and celebrities. There are performances on the first floor (tickets need to be checked, so keep your ticket) Yifei Cinema: The movie 'The Barber' was filmed here (directed by Chen Yifei, starring Chen Kun), where you can watch 'The Barber' movie and see some of the filming scenes. There are also shadow puppetry and magic shows during the period. 📝tips: Qiantong is not like Wuzhen or Xitang, which are laid out along the river. Here, each household has a water channel in front of their door, with living water flowing through each. Every house has carved beams. If you're used to the hustle and bustle of Jiangnan ancient towns, this place doesn't have a strong commercial atmosphere. It's more about the local residents, with a homely feel everywhere. If you like an original, quiet environment, this place is definitely worth a visit! Walking on the bluestone-paved streets of the ancient town, looking at the architecture different from other ancient towns, and experiencing the unique slow life of the ancient town, one person, one tea, one afternoon!

World Slow Travel||Who says Ninghai is just a 'little Jeju Island'? After experiencing it myself, I just want to say: Why didn't I come to this earthly paradise sooner?! Ninghai has mountains🏔️, seas🌊, ancient villages🏡, and ancient towns🏯, a perfect healing travel destination! I declare this severely underrated treasure city has caught my attention💖! 🗺️Route Planning: Hangzhou→Qiantong Ancient Town→Lushan→Shitai Mountain→Longgong Ancient Village→Qiangjiao Town→Guangde Temple→Hangzhou A perfect loop, tour around, and back to Hangzhou, simply fantastic👍! 🚅Transportation Guide: ✈️High-speed train: 1.5 hours direct to Ninghai Station, take a taxi, and you'll reach Qiantong Ancient Town in 30 minutes, convenient and fast! 🚗Self-driving: Even more recommended! A 3.5-hour drive, with endless scenery along the way, and a feast for the eyes. Although there is some distance between each scenic spot, self-driving is more free and flexible, go wherever you want at the push of the throttle! 🏕️Quick View of Attractions: 1️⃣Qiantong Ancient Town💰: Adults 60R / Students 30R The filming location of 'The Barber', more than 1300 ancient residential buildings stand tall, with the years etching a sense of vicissitudes on them, each brick and tile telling its own history. 2️⃣Lushan🏃‍♀️: The mountain is not high, easy to conquer! Once you reach the top, you have a drone's eye view of the entire ancient town, get it! Next time, remember to bring a drone to record the beauty from a different angle. 3️⃣Longgong Ancient Village🌿: Surrounded by green mountains, with a babbling brook, the 400-year-old dragon tree at the entrance of the village witnesses the passage of time. A hidden Shangri-La, truly worth visiting! 4️⃣Shitai Mountain🏔️: Drive up, walk a short dirt path after getting off the car, and the giant rocks on the mountain top await you. On a clear day, you can see the whole panorama of Ninghai, definitely pick a sunny day to conquer Shitai Mountain again! 5️⃣Qiangjiao Town🏖️: Truly deserving of the name 'Zhejiang's little Jeju Island'! The path next to the folk singer's coffee shop takes you up the mountain, overlooking the whole town, with the sea breeze gently blowing, and the years peacefully passing. 6️⃣Guangde Temple🕉️: Rich in historical and cultural heritage, the temple layout is ingenious, and the garden landscaping is full of artistic sense. Here, every frame is a masterpiece, remember to bring your photographer's soul with you📷. Ninghai, how can I not miss you? Next time we meet, it must be on a sunny day, I will make up for the sunny days I owe you all at once!🌈🌞Looking forward to our next meeting, Ninghai!💕

🏞️ 🌲 Beyond the hustle and bustle, there is a secluded paradise that is unassuming yet full of stories and charm—Ningbo Ninghai, a place gently treated by time. 🚗 🗺️ Convenient Transportation Guide: 🚄 High-speed Rail: Directly to Ninghai Station, then rent a car for a self-drive tour, freely exploring every inch of the scenery. 🚗 Self-driving: About a 2-hour drive from Hangzhou, with beautiful scenery along the way, making for a relaxed and enjoyable journey. 🗓️ 🌅 Two-Day Essential Itinerary: 📅 D1: Qiantong Ancient Town → Oriental Art Museum → Qiangjiao Town Night View 📅 D2: Longgong Ancient Village at Dawn → Xiyousi Temple Visit → Guangde Temple Meditation 🌟 🏞️ Must-Visit Attractions Selection: ①🏖️ Qiangjiao Town: At 'Folk Song Uncle's Coffee Shop', every whiff of coffee aroma dances with the waves, waiting for a stunning sunset, enjoying the tranquil time that belongs to you. ②🏯 Qiantong Ancient Town: Stroll through the ancient Ming and Qing architecture, listen to the babbling brook, watch the play of light and shadow, and savor the undisturbed serenity of the years. ③🛕 Guangde Temple: Step into the tranquility of the Tang Dynasty, experience the ancient charm of 'Little Kyoto', and fill every breath with Zen and peace. ④⛩️ Xiyousi Temple: Built against the mountain, with towering pagodas, each step leads you deeper into your soul, unveiling its mysterious veil. ⑤🏡 Longgong Ancient Village: Ancient trees reach for the sky, surrounded by streams, this is the legendary dwelling of the dragon, and a real-world haven of peace. ⑥🎨 Oriental Art Museum: Immerse yourself in the ocean of traditional culture and art, the luxury of ten miles of bridal makeup, and the exquisite traditional craftsmanship is breathtaking. 🏨 🛏️ Accommodation Recommendation: 🐬 Lake View Hotel: Next to the high-speed rail station, with a super-large lake-view balcony, the beauty of mountains and lakes is in full view, enjoying the perfect blend of luxury and nature, along with creative design and attentive service, making every day of the journey full of surprises. 🍽️ 🦀 Culinary Exploration: 🦀🐟 Seafood Feast: Ninghai seafood, especially the green crab and grouper, is incredibly fresh and a supreme delight for the taste buds. 🧀🥟 Qiantong's Three Treasures: Handmade bean products and wheat cakes, authentic flavors, each bite is a tribute to tradition. 🍰🍵 Specialty Restaurant: At 'Caiyue Xuan', try the crab rice cake, and don't forget to find the 'Rose Fish' that blooms on your taste buds, making afternoon tea a dual feast for the eyes and palate.

🚗2.5h drive from Hangzhou, this little-known seaside town in the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area can no longer hide, boasting both mountains and sea🌊. Known as Ningbo's 'Little Jeju', it has temples and villages, 🍃 with hidden temples in the mountains and ancient villages that are shockingly off the beaten path, and the lingering sound of the magnificent stage algae wells - 👉If you only have two days on the weekend and don't want to be in a crowd, come to Ninghai. 📝Remember to save this 2-day 1-night itinerary～ - 🚄High-speed train: Ninghai Station 🚗Self-driving: Hangzhou 2.5h Ningbo 1h - ✅Recommended route Day1: Qiangjiao Town➡️Longgong Ancient Village➡️Qiantong Ancient Town Day2: ➡️Xiyousi Temple➡️Ninghai Hu's Ancestral Hall➡️Guangde Temple - 🙌Recommended check-in ✅Qiangjiao Town At the end of the road is the sea, be sure to choose a sunny day to come, only then is the sea very blue, the first picture is located at 'Folk Uncle's Coffee Shop', and the small road behind halfway up the hill is here, it's very comfortable to order a coffee by the sea and space out - ✅Longgong Ancient Village An ancient village built during the Northern Song Dynasty's Xuanhe period, it has a history of a thousand years. Walking through the Ming and Qing architectural complex with blue tiles and white walls, peering at the ancient trees in front of the stream, and strolling among them, you can feel the taste of time - ✅Xiyousi Temple A secluded ancient temple built on the mountain, with a history of over 800 years. Standing on top of the pagoda forest is very spectacular, resembling a temple in the sky. Cars can go directly up the mountain, but the last 2 kilometers of road conditions are very poor, so be careful - ✅Qiantong Ancient Town A quaint town built at the end of the Southern Song Dynasty, with a large number of ancient Ming and Qing residential buildings still existing. Here 'every family has carved beams, every household has living water', you can first climb to the top of Lushan Mountain to overlook the whole - ✅Ninghai Hu's Ancestral Hall Ninghai is also known as the hometown of ancient stage culture, with 125 ancient stages leading in Zhejiang, the rare triple algae well carvings are gorgeously beautiful, feeling the shock of historical context - ✅Guangde Temple A beautiful Tang-style temple, so off the beaten path that there are almost no tourists, but it's very photogenic. The whole temple is very new, and Yang Yang has checked in here - 👉Tips1: The distance between attractions is quite far, self-driving is the most convenient, or you can take the high-speed train to Ninghai Station and then rent a car 👉Tips2: The color of the seaside is very dependent on the weather, be sure to choose a clear and fog-free day to visit

One of the few non-commercialized, secluded ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River. ♦️ Qiantong Ancient Town was established at the end of the Song Dynasty and reached its peak during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, still preserving over 1300 various ancient residential buildings. I first learned about Qiantong Ancient Town because it was the filming location for director Chen Yifei's movie 'The Barber'. The layout of this ancient town is based on the Bagua pattern, with flowing water in front of every household and carved beams in every home. 👉 About Transportation 🚄 Take the high-speed train to Ningbo Ninghai Station, then take a taxi (about 40 yuan) or a bus for 4 yuan (about half an hour's journey). 🚘 Drive directly to Qiantong Ancient Town. 👉 My Route Zhisi Residence ➡️ Mingjing Hall ➡️ Zesi Residence ➡️ Shangtang House ➡️ Qunfeng Zanzhu ➡️ Tong's Ancestral Hall ➡️ Folk Museum 🎫 'Ticket': 60 yuan (the ancient town is not enclosed, many alleys can be entered to tour the town, only the Folk Museum requires a ticket for entry) 🤔 'Personal Experience' ♦️ Qiantong is not like Wuzhen or Xitang, which are spread out along the river. Here, every household has a water channel in front of the door, with flowing water and carved beams. ♦️ Accustomed to the hustle and bustle of ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, this place does not have a strong commercial atmosphere, with more local residents, and everywhere is full of life. If you like originality and tranquility, this place is definitely worth a visit! ♦️ Walking on the ancient town's bluestone-paved streets, observing the architecture different from other ancient towns, and experiencing the unique slow life of the ancient town, one person, one tea, one afternoon! 🏨 'About Accommodation' ✅ I stayed at 'Ninghai Xiakexuan Hotel', located at the foot of Lianghuang Mountain, built against the mountain, with traditional Chinese courtyard design, white walls and black tiles, changing scenery with every step, less than fifty meters away from Lianghuang Mountain Scenic Area, and there is also an ancient temple to check in. It's only a ten-minute drive from Qiantong Ancient Town, very convenient. ✅ The hotel's tea room is very aesthetically pleasing, the design of the public areas is also very distinctive, and there is a large lawn in the backyard for camping and pitching tents. For families with children, there is also a cute children's playground with slides and rock climbing. The rooms are also spacious, all designed with terraces. This time, the reverse travel price was affordable, very satisfying! 🥙 About Food ✅ Famous Qiantong three treasures, 30r per serving ✅ Qiantong pancake: Locals line up here to buy, very famous, very fragrant and delicious! Location: Outside the ancient town's ticket checkpoint, opposite to Gu Ming ‼️tips: ✅ It is recommended to drive: Set the navigation to Qiantong Ancient Town, do not navigate to the parking lot, as it is nearly 1km walk from the ancient town. There are many grid parking spaces available on the roadside❗️ ✅ If the itinerary is not very tight, it is recommended to climb to Lushan at the entrance of the village to overlook the entire town. ✅ Nearby attractions include Liangwang Mountain Scenic Area, the starting point of Xu Xiake's travel notes.

There really is a deserted place on May Day Ninghai Qiantong Ancient Town is so quiet that it doesn’t look like it’s the May Day holiday. The water gurgling under the bluestone slabs, the flowers in front of the windowsill, the vendors on the roadside, the dustpan and bucket leaning in front of the door, and the shadow puppet show in the shed, everything has slowed down. Why is it so deserted? The answer is very simple. In this era when every city has its own so-called "ancient town" and "ancient street", even free ancient towns are often criticized for "homogenization" and "commercialization". It is actually How can I be confident if I dare to charge 50 yuan for admission? I came here with the intention of complaining, but if I put this aside, this can be regarded as a 7-point May Day reverse tourist destination. It is really clean, the buildings are well preserved, there are locals living around it, there are no homogeneous shops and chain stores, all they sell are local snacks, and the prices in the scenic area are also very cheap, 6 yuan a piece The soup dumplings in the cage and the salt-baked potatoes cost 10 yuan per kilogram. People cannot believe that these prices exist in Zhejiang. In short, if you just want to avoid the crowds, enjoy a half-day leisurely vacation with family and friends and don't care about the 50 yuan, you can still come for a walk. PS: There is a master who performs intangible cultural heritage magic. My friend and I thought about it for a long time and still didn’t understand how he turned one ball into three balls in our hands. Qiantong Ancient Town

Another 1,700-year-old historical treasure was discovered in a small seaside town in Zhejiang The place where Xu Xiake begins his story includes mountains, seas, and ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River. The blue sea of ​​Jeju Island in winter🌊 It feels a little bit like Weihai blues🛳️🎥 Pretend to be a Tang style temple in Kyoto🏯 The ancient town of Yanyu is peaceful and quiet during the years of fireworks in the city. The masses in Harbin and Weihai follow the herd⋯👫 The niche Ningbo Ninghai is more suitable for you💃 🚝High-speed rail: Ninghai Station, bus🚃taxi and car rental🚗 are both available 🛻Self-driving: Convenient to drive, 2.5 hours from Hangzhou/1 hour from Ningbo 2️⃣Recommended day trip itinerary: Day ❶: You can stay at Ninghai Sheraton Hotel➡️Oriental Art Museum ➡️Qiantong Ancient Town Day❷: Longgong Ancient Village➡️Xiyou Temple➡️Guangde Temple Ziqiangjiao Town 👉【Recommended attractions】📝 1️⃣Qiangjiao Town: 🛳️seaside road 🛣️run and take pictures 📸 "blue sea 🌊" where the port is anchored. It looks exactly like the Jeju Island cafe "Folk Uncle Cafe" ☕ Watch the sea and wait for the pink dusk alone, and have a meal in the town Small seafood dinner🐟🦐 2️⃣Guangde Temple: The architecture of the temple in the prosperous Tang Dynasty is very photogenic. Pretend to be in Kyoto, with few people and quiet, strolling in the courtyard, quiet and relaxing; 3️⃣Qiantong Ancient Town: It retains the Bagua principle of water diversion, with carved beams and painted buildings, and gurgling water. It is also the filming location of the movie "The Barber"; 4️⃣Chafang Yunmu Museum: Chinese-style courtyard photography📸also filmed, displaying traditional crafts and Shilihongzhuang various lacquerware; 5️⃣Longgong Ancient Village: A secluded ancient village in Ninghai Mountain🏘️, retaining stone roads, various authentic sites, and the ancient dragon tree that resembles dragon salt by the "Longtan" stream 6️⃣Xiyou Temple🏯: Hidden in the top of the mountain ⛰️an ancient temple, built on the mountain, with numerous pagodas, 👀 overlooking the mountains, it looks particularly mysterious 🏨👉【Accommodation Recommendation】 "Sheraton Ninghai Hotel": 6 minutes' drive from Ninghai 🚄 high-speed rail station, with landscaped garden design 🏞️, lake view balcony 👀 with a particularly wide view, and a beautiful view of Tianming Lake ~ Dolphins 🐬 Multiple spiral staircases 📸 Very photogenic ~ Chinese restaurant The crab 🦀petal rice cakes and afternoon tea 🫖 are also pretty online~ 👉Recommended local food🥢 Blue crab🦀, grouper🐟, tofu fish®, baby squid🦑, fried sea fish, oysters🦪 🫘Three treasures of Qiantong: fried tofu, dried tofu, tofu skin, soy milk is really delicious, thick and fragrant😋There are also wheat cakes🫓 and corner cake tubes🍪 💃🏻In short, it is really a good and easy-to-ignore treasure seaside city. It’s a long weekend break~ha~

Zhejiang Ninghai, a severely underrated treasure city for tourism! Discovered another treasure seaside town in Zhejiang Ningbo Ninghai, with a history of over 1700 years Is the starting point of Xu Xiake's travel notes Here you have mountains and seas, as well as cultural ancient towns Very suitable for niche weekend trips for people in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai~ I've organized a two-day and one-night travel itinerary, remember to save it first! ✅Travel Recommendations DAY1: Qiangjiao Town - Watch the sunset in Jiajueke Village - Stay at Ninghai Sheraton Hotel DAY2: Xiyousi Temple - Longgong Ancient Village - Qiantong Ancient Town - Return trip 🚗Transportation Advice: Self-driving is more convenient, 2.5h from Hangzhou, 1h from Ningbo city center. Take the high-speed train to Ninghai Station and then rent a car/hire a car. 📸Photo Spots Introduction 1⃣️Qiangjiao Town, Known as Ningbo's Little Jeju Island, you must go on a sunny day, the sea here is really blue. The most photogenic spot is at 'Folk Uncle coffee·beer', the first picture is taken uphill behind the coffee shop. 2⃣️Longgong Ancient Village, With a history of over 900 years, the village has preserved many ancient houses and stone roads, as well as a uniquely shaped dragon tree, those who like to visit ancient villages will be pleasantly surprised. 3⃣️Xiyousi Temple, A temple hidden in the mountains, with a history of over 800 years, the Buddha pagoda and statues built against the mountain are particularly impressive! It is currently under construction, but you can still visit normally. 4⃣️Qiantong Ancient Town, Known as the 'Little Lijiang of Jiangnan', the ancient town uses the principle of Bagua to introduce stream water into the village, forming a residential structure of 'carved beams in every house, living water in every household', it is one of the few ancient towns in Zhejiang that is not overly commercialized. 🏨Accommodation Recommendation We stayed at the Ninghai Sheraton Hotel this time, only a 6min drive from Ninghai High-Speed Train Station, very convenient for traveling and sightseeing~~ The room window overlooks the charming lake view and hotel surroundings.

Qiantong Ancient Town Journey: Dreams Turn into Reality Once upon a time, my heart was filled with countless aspirations and dreams. Before I went to college, I often fantasized about living in the south for a while, to experience that unique tranquility and poetic charm. Imagining myself strolling on the ancient town's bluestone paths, feeling the distinctive flavor of the water town. Now, as I find myself in the embrace of Qiantong Ancient Town, those dreams seem to have come true one by one. Every corner of the ancient town is permeated with a rich historical atmosphere, and each brick and tile tells a story of the years. I walk along the river, watching the water flow gently, as if I can hear the breathing of the ancient town. Here, I have felt the gentleness and tranquility of the southern water town. The residential houses in the ancient town are well-arranged, with white walls and black tiles, exuding an antique charm. I have tasted the local specialties and felt the warmth and simplicity of the southern people. Looking back, those quirky ideas have now become reality. I am grateful to Qiantong Ancient Town for making my dreams come true and for making me cherish the beautiful moments I have now.

At the foot of Lianghuang Mountain, Baixi and Lianghuangxi meet in Qiantong Ancient Town, while Tashan and Lushan face each other outside the ancient town. This is what is meant by "hiding the wind and gaining access to water"! More than 1,300 Ming and Qing dynasty dwellings are arranged according to the "Hui" character and the Nine Palaces and Eight Diagrams. The gurgling Baixi River surrounds each house, and there are small bridges over flowing water and ancient cobblestone paths in front of every household. -- But I prefer to climb the not-so-high Lushan Mountain and overlook the entire Qiantong Ancient Town, especially when the lights come on, the houses are dimly lit, and the old streets are brightly lit, like a dragon flying through the entire ancient town straight to Tashan. 🌴Travel Tips 📍Qiantong Ancient Town, Ninghai County, Ningbo City 🅿️There are plenty of free parking spaces in the village 💴Tickets 50 🌈Must-check-in points ✅Zhisiqiju ✅Mingjing Hall ✅Folk Museum ✅Tong's Ancestral Hall ✅Old cinema ✅Filming location of "The Barber" 🍔Ancient town specialties ✅Qiantong's three treasures: Qiantong tofu, Qiantong hollow tofu, Qiantong dried tofu ✅Qian Tong Dried Tofu ✅Xiake Cake, etc. 🏚There are many farmhouses in the ancient town, you can choose ⏰Time required: 2-4 hours 🏚Surrounding attractions: Lianghuang Mountain, Baixi, East Zhejiang Grand Canyon, Wanggan Mountain, etc.

I didn't expect such blue seas This time I went to Ningbo Ninghai with friends I didn't expect it to be really fun ✅Azure seas✅Delicious seafood✅Unique ancient architecture · Not only are there many ancient villages with a long history here, but also the beautiful seascapes of the Qiangjiao Archipelago, and you can go out to sea, which is worth a visit‼️ Check out this super detailed 2⃣️-day 1⃣️ itinerary below . 🚶 'My Itinerary' Day1⃣️. Qiantong Ancient Town - Oriental Art Museum - Day2⃣️. Longgong Village - Xiyousi Temple - Guangde Temple . 🚗 'About Transportation' Self-driving is more suitable, 1h from Ningbo city center, and not far from various attractions after getting off the highway. . 🚩 'About Check-in Spots' 1⃣️Qiantong Ancient Town An ancient town that seems to be forgotten by time, laid out according to the Bagua, with small bridges over flowing water. Chen Yifei's movie 'The Barber' was filmed here. 2⃣️Qiangjiao Town Here you can find a piece of azure sea, as if you've come to Jeju Island, watch a sunset along the coastline, and enjoy seafood, very pleasant. 3⃣️Guangde Temple A very beautiful temple, also an unexpected find, really photogenic. 4⃣️Xiyousi Temple You can drive directly up the mountain, climbing online you can see pagodas and Buddha statues, and also overlook the mountains, the place is not big, 1 hour is enough. 5⃣️Oriental Art Museum Exhibits various intangible cultural heritage traditional crafts and Ten Miles of Red Makeup utensils, the building itself is also worth checking in. · 🏨 'Accommodation Strategy' I stayed at the Ninghai Sheraton Hotel this time, not far from Ninghai High-speed Railway Station and the highway exit, and also not far from the various attractions we were going to. I think the environment is good. The entrance is an oriental-style waterscape and garden, reflecting the philosophical musings on 'mountains' at the beginning of 'Xu Xiake's Travel Notes', which coincides with the feeling this city gives me. Next to it is Tianming Lake Park, and you can also visit the park in the morning, quite comfortable. . 🍜 'Food Strategy' The seafood here is delicious, although there are not many types of seafood now, but there are also many choices, green crabs, grouper, various miscellaneous fish are all delicious. I recommend Caiyue Xuan Chinese Restaurant, their crab rice cake is so good. There are also Qiantong pancakes and various bean products which are local specialties. . If you feel tired from work, why not come to this comfortable seaside town for a visit! .

was founded at the end of the Song Dynasty and reached its peak during the Ming and Qing dynasties, still preserving more than 1,300 various ancient residential buildings to this day. The local Tong family began to settle here during the Shaoding period of the Southern Song Dynasty. In the early Ming Dynasty, Tong Bolai invited Fang Xiaoru to lecture here twice, forming the cultural style of the ancient village with 'little bridges and flowing water in every courtyard, and ancient alleys and courtyards hiding art and literature.' The cultural atmosphere of this place is very unique, without deliberate ostentation or imitation, only the strong ancient charm and vivid rural scenery. Here, you can hear the rhythm of the beautiful Jiangnan silk and bamboo music. 'Every family has carved beams, and every household has flowing water,' this is the biggest feature that distinguishes Qiantong from other ancient towns! It is said that in ancient times, the natural conditions of Tong Town were harsh, and the harvest depended entirely on the weather. The ancestors of the Tong surname spared no effort and introduced water into the village according to the principles of the Bagua, creating the unique 'Bagua Water System' in the ancient architectural clusters of Jiangnan, creating a wonderful scenery that is not a water town but is better than a water town! Walking on the quiet bluestone paths of the ancient town, one is reminded of a distant Jiangnan dream. On both sides of the old street paved with flagstones and cobblestones, there are shops with long plank facades, and nearby there are groups of ancient buildings with exquisite craftsmanship that are still perfectly preserved to this day. Walking among them seems to take people's thoughts back to the distant past~

📮 Ninghai's Qiantong ancient town is bigger and nicer to walk around than I imagined. This ancient town has a real sense of life, and you can savor it slowly~ 📮 In front of every household in this ancient town, there is a scene of small bridges over flowing water, with stone steps and ancient paths, which are very tasteful~ You need to buy a ticket🎫 to enter, 50 yuan (depending on platform discounts), and parking🅿️ is free~ 📯 Main attractions to check in: Mingjing Hall, Zhisiqi Residence, Tong's Ancestral Hall, old movie theater, and this is also the filming location of 'The Barber'🎬 Qiantong Post Office is also a popular photo spot for many people~ 📯 Three treasures for foodies: Stinky tofu, hollow tofu, and dried tofu~ 📯 The saying 'the river water does not reach the well water' is also a feature here~

The summer beach is always a stage for youth to jump🏖️, But Donghai seems to be a secret party that belongs only to me🎉. Unexpected discovery! Ningbo actually has a coastline that is like a "mini Jeju Island", and it is very close to the high-speed rail station! close! of! The first time I came here, I almost wanted to slap myself for not discovering it earlier! For those who want to embrace the sea in winter, take this [Two-Day In-depth Tour of Ninghai] guide, no thanks, just save it with your fingers👆! 🚗Transportation strategy: Take the train to Ninghai Station, rent a car and drive to Qiangjiao Town. Or you can drive from Hangzhou and reach your destination after two hours of singing. 🏖️Guide to playing in the sea: 1️⃣ Qiangjiao Town——Uncle Folk Song’s Coffee Shop: In a seaside coffee shop, order a cup of coffee and relax yourself, sit in a window booth, watch the sparkling sea waves on the other side, and hear the whispers of the sea breeze in your ears. It feels like Jeju Island! 2️⃣ Jiajueke Village——Sunset time, accompanied by the fragrance of tea: The sea during the day gives people deep contemplation. In the evening, standing on the dock, looking at the afterglow of the sunset, sipping a sip of tea, and feeling the tranquility of the returning fishing boats, the world can be so beautiful. 3️⃣ Guangde Temple: Different from the bright yellow colors of other temples, the white walls and black tiles here are solemn yet peaceful. Walking in the garden, it feels like traveling back to the grand Tang Dynasty. 4️⃣ Xiyou Temple: The ancient temple is nestled in the mountains and beside the water. The Buddha statues in the rocks are shocking. It is still under restoration. Please pay your respects to it. 5️⃣ Qiantong Ancient Town: There is no strong commercial atmosphere and the quaint town is quiet and leisurely. Strolling among the Ming and Qing dynasty buildings and watching the townspeople leisurely washing vegetables, it feels like stepping into a peaceful utopia. 🛏️Accommodation recommendation: "Ninghai Sheraton Hotel" is close to the city and the high-speed rail. The hotel terrace overlooks Tianming Lake, and the scenery is Michelin-level🌟. The interior design is beautiful, giving you the feeling of "walking in a landscape painting". Don't miss the buffet, it is absolutely authentic and delicious. The room has a great view of the lake, allowing you to sleep soundly until dawn. The swimming pool is super nice, the afternoon tea is delicious, and it's a good time to exercise after swimming🏋️! 【Two-day action route】 Day 1: Coffee in Qiangjiao Town, watching the sunset at Jiajueke Pier Day 2: Visit Guangde Temple, Xiyou Temple, Longgong Ancient Village, Qiantong Ancient Town So beautiful, isn’t it? This itinerary is my careful plan. Take you to Ninghai and experience a different kind of warmth and beauty. Don’t forget to take photos and share them. Waiting for your sharing! ✨📷

Qiantong Ancient Town may not be as famous as Wuzhen or Xitang, but it is very well-preserved and is known as the Little Lijiang of the South. The scenic area is not very commercialized, and the few restaurants there are similarly priced and not expensive. The 'Three Treasures of Qiantong' refer to three ways of eating tofu (stinky tofu, hollow tofu, and dried tofu), which are the local specialty foods. ☑️ Located in Ninghai County, it takes half an hour to 40 minutes to get there by taxi from the main urban area. Qiantong Ancient Town has a complete set of Ming and Qing architectural complexes and is the largest settlement of the Tong surname in the south of the Yangtze River. It is a town with the ancient charm of Confucian culture. In 2007, it was awarded the title of China's Historical and Cultural Famous Town. ☑️ tips: The ticket is 50 yuan per person, and after 5 pm, you can enter without a ticket 🎫. However, many shops close in the evening, which might make it a bit quiet. But the night view with the lights is still nice. Do not wander into the alleys, as it is easy to get lost. ☑️ Here, 'every family has carved beams, and every household has running water'. It's like an ancient rural painting with a strong charm, a beautiful and moving piece of Jiangnan silk music. Ancient relics such as Xiaonv Lake, Miao Lake, Zhisi Hall, Scholar's Bridge, and Nangong Temple still exist today. The Tong family ancestral hall designed by Fang Xiaoru at the beginning of the Ming Dynasty is still largely intact. At night, you can hear the elderly singing and playing the piano 🎹, a lively talent show that brings the ancient town to life. ☑️ The old street of the ancient town is flanked by shops with long plank doors. Adjacent to the old street is a group of ancient buildings that are still intact to this day, with exquisitely carved beams, doors, and windows. The leaping fish and horse head walls, as well as the ridge-sculpted wall flowers, have a unique local style. The horse head wall is a symbol of the power of the ancient wealthy families and officials in the south of the Yangtze River; it is said that the more tiers, the higher the position. There are also many homestays here, where you can stay for a day to experience the local customs.