[2025 Yancheng Attraction] Travel Guide for Yandu Ancient Town (Updated Apr)

I was honored to attend the 2025 Trip.com Travelers' Choice Awards ceremony. The event was well-organized and rich in content. The awards ceremony was grand and lively, filled with laughter and joy. There was even a calligraphy-writing robot, which was quite interesting. Trip.com arranged our stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Yancheng Oceanbay. The hotel boasts a beautiful environment, integrated with the Dayang Bay Scenic Area. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, equipped with large bathtubs. The breakfast was delicious and offered a wide variety of dishes. The hotel's Qingya Chinese Restaurant, also arranged by Trip.com, is top-notch. Every meal we enjoyed there was exquisite, with many dishes leaving a lasting impression. During the two-day trip, we also visited several attractions. The night tour of Dayang Bay Scenic Area was stunning. The evening drone light show was both trendy and heartwarming. Coinciding with the cherry blossom season, we were also able to admire the night cherry blossoms. At the Yandu Ancient Town, we were immersed in a historical drama depicting the town's development and changes. The production was excellent, with dedicated actors and state-of-the-art lighting effects. It was a captivating performance that left a lasting impression. Yancheng is also famous for its red-crowned cranes. I finally had the opportunity to see them up close and learn about wetland ecology and various bird species. It was both fun and educational. The entire event was impeccably organized and unforgettable.

#discoverchina Location: Tinghu District, Yancheng, Jiangsu Province, China A 2,000-year-old "Salt Capital" along the Yellow Sea coast, Yandu Ancient Town was once the epicenter of China’s imperial salt trade. Its name (盐渎, "Salt Ferry") nods to the salt-laden boats that once crowded its canals. Today, restored Qing Dynasty salt warehouses and brine wells offer a whiff of this lucrative history.

Dayangwan Tourist Scenic Area features the characteristics of the central Jiangsu Plain and the elegant charm of the Yellow Sea coast. The new and old Yangwan surround it, forming a "B"-shaped harbor and island, which is a well-preserved "Shangri-La" in the suburbs. The Cherry Blossom Town features a unique cherry blossom tunnel, with cherry blossoms in full bloom along the small railway line, which is magnificent. The Yandu Ancient Town is quaint and full of characteristics, making tourists linger.

Visiting Yancheng, I recommend the treasure night tour of the surrounding ancient town When the lanterns first light up🏮, roam the old streets in Hanfu Experience the real-life Dream of Splendors and its bustling atmosphere 📍: Yancheng·Dayang Bay ⏰: 8:30 - 21:00 🚘: 15min drive from the city center 🏮 Night Tour Guide > You can enter the park around 17:00 Take a boat ride to enjoy the scenery while it's still light As the sky dims The ancient town lights up, creating a full atmosphere Stroll and eat at the local specialty market and watch performances - 🗺️ > ✔ Dayang Bay Wetland Scenery Take a boat ride at night, watch the lights on both sides, and enjoy the cool breeze on the lake, as if you can already touch the hint of coolness at the end of summer and the beginning of autumn ✔ Yandu Ancient Town The ancient town in the scenic area depicts the history of Yancheng. Highly recommend the 58 RMB/person performance 'Yandu Past', an immersive experience that restores local history and culture, suitable for the whole family to watch ✔ Dengying Tower The landmark of Dayang Bay, from which you can overlook the sparkling lake scenery, creating a romantic atmosphere ✔ Tangdu Li District The ancient town is outside the south gate of the scenic area, no ticket required. At night, there will be light shows, flower car parades, Hanfu performances, and various market snacks. It's very nice to walk and eat, giving the illusion of a dream back to the Tang Dynasty ✔ Summer Firefly Base It's hard to see fireflies in the city. Here, under the moonlight, fireflies twinkle, so romantic! ✔ Fluorescent Market A very lively summer market, with camping coffee, fresh flowers, various small crafts, and a place to rest when you're tired