2025 Xinchang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Shaoxing Xinchang Anlan Hotel Shaoxing Xinchang Chengtan Street Shaoxing Xinchang Anlan Hotel, located in a quiet valley in Xinchang County, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province, is far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but closely connected with the natural scenery, surrounded by green mountains and clear streams. With its unique design and first-class service, it has won praise from tourists from all over the world. From a distance, the design of the hotel cleverly blends into the surrounding environment, with smooth lines and elegant shapes. The decoration of the lobby is simple but elegant, and the large floor-to-ceiling windows fill the entire space with natural light, giving people a sense of unity with nature. The hotel's dining is also a highlight. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including authentic Shaoxing dishes and various international cuisines. Chefs select fresh local ingredients and combine traditional cooking skills to create delicious dishes. Breakfast is also worth mentioning, offering a variety of exquisite pastries and drinks, allowing you to enjoy the good taste in the early morning. The hotel's facilities are very complete, including a gym, swimming pool, equestrian center, cloud spa, children's playground, etc. Here, you can enjoy a full range of leisure and entertainment services. At the same time, the hotel also offers various outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, fishing, etc. And the natural scenery here is really beautiful!

Chuanyan Nineteen peaks is located in Xinchang County. It is a famous place for hiking for the scenic view is beyond compare. Once you arrived at the peak, you will see the beauty of nature. It is so empowering that you will forget everything. You will feel peace and a sense of accomplishment. It was one of my most unforgettable experience and I still wanna go back. It was during Chinese National Holiday which is in October when my friend and I went there. We joined a group tour from the popular travel agency for expats named OK Deal. So if you are in Shanghai you can visit there page in wechat.

Swimming in natural ponds and pure spring water is a must if you are in Xinchang (Zhejiang province), specially if you are a nature lover who loves hiking. Exploring this place is an incredible experience as you will be surrounded with great green scenery along the way. The highlight is to be able to swimming there. There are natural ponds with the spring water from the mountains, you can have fun jumping down from the rock or just cooling down after the hike. The water is very clean and crystal clear, just a bit cold because is spring water but it feels perfect in summer. Be safe, I went in a tour so the guide let us know which places are safe for swimming. It is always better to ask if it is allowed to swim and if it is completely safe. #passionpassport #holidays #exploring #china #passionpassport

Baizhang Feng Qing Villa Resort is an outstanding but very affordable resort located in Xinchang. You can plan perfectly two nights and three days of your holidays in this place to enjoy a relaxing environment and the activities nearby. It is a quiet place with great gardens and a surrounding by a lake. The hotel has an amazing outdoor swimming pool which will take your breath away with the wonderful view to the mountain just right in front! The rooms are spacious and very clean. The staff are supportive and friendly. Breakfast is Chinese style so bring bread or coffee if you miss your western breakfast. #passionpassport #holidays #exploring #china #passionpassport

Hiking and swimming in Natural rock pools are a must to do if you are in Xinchang (Baizhang area, Zhejiang). If you are a nature lover you will love to be here. Hiking there is an incredible experience. Great green scenery is visible along the whole journey. The highlight of hiking in Baizhang is to be able to swimming there. There are natural pools with the spring water from the mountains. You can have fun jumping down from the rocks or just cooling down after the hike. The water is crystal clear, just a bit cold because is spring water but perfect in summer. Be safe, I went in a tour so the guide let us know which places are safe for swimming. It is always better to ask if it is allowed to swim and if it is completely safe. #passionpassport #holidays #exploring #china #passionpassport

Duck spotting must be included in the TO-DO list of activities to try during your visit in Baizhang (Xinchang, Zhejiang Province). It is a quick but beautiful activity that wont take too much time from your visit to the Baizhang Feng Qing resort. You will fell in love interacting with these cute and colourful creatures. You are allowed to see them from a close distance but you are not allowed to touch them. They are very friendly and curious and not aggressive at all. If you like animals you might find this activity interesting. Free access to guests or people visiting the resort. #passionpassport #holidays #exploring #china #passionpassport

Village home made food at xinchang is the best the Yummy taste of Fish and The roasted duck with the veggies . Best appetite to keep in ones memory.

The Dafo ("Big Buddha") Temple of Xinchangwas built during Yonghe rule (CE 345- 357) period . 1,600 year-old Buddha that is 15 meters (50 feet) tall.It's nose is 1.5 meters long and The ears are longer than 2.7 meters. The Big Buddha Statue itself is located in a grotto, and is carved of a massive slab of granite Dafo Temple itself is constructed with five levels with several halls like the Heavenly King Hall, the Dafo (Big Buddha) Hall and the Scripture Hall. Around the temple site, there are other attractions such as the Free Life Pond, the Thousand Buddha Temple, and the Baoruo Valley (Prajna Valley). The Free Life Pond next to the temple reflects the surrounding trees and hills. You can see it as you enter through the gate. Xinchang is south of Shaoxing. There are direct buses from Shaoxing for 33 RMB. They arrive in about 1.5 hours. From the bus station, taxi rides to the Big Buddha Temple (Dafo Si (大佛寺) cost about 15 RMB (2.3 USD) You can take Bus No.2, No.6, No.7 or No.8 to get to the Dafo Cheng Station. Fee : 80 rmb, time 8:00 am to 5:00 Pm. #tripinspired#happynewyear

Xinchang It boasts beautiful landscapes and rich tourism resources. it's home to the Tianmu Mountain National Park, the national 4A-level Big Buddha Temple, and the national water park at Wozhou Lake. It is also the birthplace of Chinese landscape poetry.The hike took us almost 6 hours. We also hiked to the mysterious eagle mouth mountain,highly recommend !!

If Wuyi does not know where to play, you may wish to go to Xinchang in the surrounding area, feel the green and fresh solitude in the 10,000-acre tea garden, or experience the tea art, Zen tea, and tea. Discretion, meditation, and lingering in the tea fragrance~

Weekend getaway to Shaoxing I stumbled upon a small village even more beautiful than Ma Hua Fishing Village in She County, Anhui. The mountains and fields are covered with blooming plum blossoms, a sea of red 🌸 and white. I was absolutely stunned. 📍Navigate to Shangwu Village 🧭. Plum blossom forests line the road along County Road 802. Xinchang, where I traveled this time, is a truly off-the-beaten-path destination. This little-known town on the Tang Poetry Road is now my go-to for weekend getaways 🏖️👋. It hides so many fun places. 🍁What to do❓ ❶Xinchang Dafo Temple: Recently featured in the TV series "Jiu Zhong Zi" 🔥, it has served as a filming location for many dramas. The Reclining Buddha at the Valley of Prajna and Shuanglin Caves makes you feel like you've stepped into Shanxi. Its reputation as the "Dunhuang of the State of Yue" is well-deserved. Wearing Hanfu here makes for great photos. ❷Chuan Yan Nineteen Peaks: Known as the "Little Guilin of Jiangnan", the peaks ⛰️ are steep and the rocks rugged. Scenes from "Swordsman" and "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" were filmed here. ❸Tianmu Mountain: The poet Li Bai once left behind an immortal masterpiece here. The ancient roads, bridges, and villages in the mountains all exude a rich historical and cultural atmosphere. ❹Banzhu Ancient Village, Zhang Dazong Ancestral Hall: Those who love ancient architecture can visit this village. It's a small village at the foot of Tianmu Mountain. There used to be a Tianmu Post Station. The Simahui Bridge at the entrance of the village is also a great photo spot 📷. It's a perfect place to play in the water in summer. ❺Zhenjun Hall: Located on the top of Wozhou Mountain, with a reservoir at its entrance. The wood carvings in this hall are exquisite. ❻Xiayanbei Village: A popular village located on a mountaintop. You can overlook Nineteen Peaks and the Hanfei River Canyon from the viewing platform. There are several popular cloud coffee shops in the village. It's a great place to photograph sunrises and sunsets. 🏨Where to eat and stay❓ I stayed at the newly opened, popular designer hotel, Antianman, in Xinchang for the weekend. The hotel is located at the foot of Nineteen Peaks. The rain and mist-shrouded Nineteen Peaks looked so ethereal. It felt like I was in Western Sichuan. It also has a huge open-air swimming pool. Imagine coming here in the summer to soak in the pool and watch the stars. It's incredibly relaxing. The rooms have underfloor heating, making them comfortable even in damp, rainy weather. The toiletries are all L'Occitane, and I love the scent. 👉Around the hotel ✅Jingling Old Street 🚗5 minutes. There's a covered bridge as old as the old street itself. ✅Meizhu Ancient Village 🚗10 minutes. A village full of local life. ✅Xiayanbei 🚗15 minutes. Great for a coffee break. ✅Nineteen Peaks 🚗5 minutes. Hiking 🚶‍♀️. Xinchang has so much delicious food 😋, it's a carb lover's paradise: taro dumplings, pan-fried soup dumplings, small Beijing buns, wheat cakes 🫓, etc.

This is not Laojun Mountain in Zhejiang❗️This is Tianmu Mountain in China|||I encountered China described by Li Bai's poems at Tianmu Mountain after the snow❄️, As if I was in his dream of a parallel world Reciting "Dreaming of Tianmu Mountain and Chanting Farewell" and photographed the rare snow scene in the south Yes, this is the Wuyue landscape where Li Bai once wandered - Tianmu Mountain Less than 2 hours drive from Ningbo There is such a beautiful snow scene in this warm winter, it is really worth my 2 trips Before going, it is best to memorize this masterpiece, the more you walk, the more interesting it is Navigation🧭Directions to Shaoxing Tianmu Mountain No tickets, only 12 yuan scenic shuttle

On a rainy day, I went to Xinchang Big Buddha Temple with my friends to pray for blessings. As a "Buddhist aunt" who must check in every year I really want to say that this place is very effective 🙌 And the Zen atmosphere is stronger on rainy days It feels good to sit in the temple and listen to the rain quietly ✨Xinchang Big Buddha Temple has a history of more than 1,600 years. The No. 1 Buddha in Jiangnan in the temple is very impressive. It is said that praying for blessings is particularly effective, especially for wealth, health and career success. Sincerity will be effective~ ✨Prayer Route at Maitreya Inner Courtyard 1️⃣ Arrange your wishes in front of the cliff carvings 2️⃣Please three incense sticks 3️⃣Pray in front of the Big Buddha🙏 4️⃣Finally, don’t forget to throw a coin into the wishing pool in the temple. If you win, it means good luck. ✨This is also the filming location for TV series such as [Zhou Sheng Ru Gu] and [Nine Layers Purple], and many people come here to check in for the same [photo check-in spot] 1️⃣ There is a big stone-carved "Buddha" character in Foxin Square. It looks very atmospheric when you wear Hanfu to take photos. 2️⃣ The ancient trees and stone steps in the temple are all ancient style photos. Unfortunately, the two winter plums at the entrance of the main hall have passed their blooming period, but the surrounding red plums are in full bloom. 3️⃣ The word "Fu" on the yellow wall at the end of the corridor is also very nice for taking photos📷 ✨Xinchang Food Wozhou Road is not far from the scenic spot and can be reached on foot. It is a street that focuses on food. There are many time-honored brands in Xinchang, such as Wozhou Road Sheep Bones, Chaoyang Breakfast Shop, Yiliuxia, etc. You can try the sheep bone soup, tofu pan-fried, taro dumplings, etc. ✨Nearby attractions ▫️Tianmu Mountain⛰️ is about a 30-minute drive from the Big Buddha Temple. Li Bai wrote "Dreaming of Wandering on Tianmu Mountain" here. ▫️It is about 40 minutes' drive from the Big Buddha Temple. Both "Swordsman" and "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" were filmed here. You can travel through the world of martial arts in minutes. ▫️Xiayanbei Village, a popular village on the Internet, is located on the top of the mountain. From the observation deck in the village, you can see the 19th peak and the Hanfei River Canyon. ⛩️Attractions: Xinchang Big Buddha Temple 📍Address: No. 117 Renmin West Road, Xinchang County, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province 🚗Transportation: Drive or take the high-speed rail to Xinchang Station, 🚕 it only takes 20 minutes, very convenient Last I hope all the sisters who read this note can achieve their dreams and be safe and happy💖

📍Detailed address: Xinchang Tianmu Mountain Scenic Area 🚉Transportation strategy: From Hangzhou, it takes about 2 hours to drive there. You can also choose to take the high-speed rail to arrive, the transportation is very convenient. The outbound online taxi is located at the Tianmu Mountain Visitor Center, which costs 45 yuan after the coupon; the return trip is based on the bus route, and two buses are taken, which costs 3 yuan. Travel guide 🎫 Tickets: Tickets are free; the shuttle bus in the scenic area costs 6 yuan for 2 round trips, which costs 12 yuan. Route: "I love Tianmu" small square → Jinyintai. The stone steps are many and steep. From here you can go up to the Jinyin Terrace, and then go down the mountain along the gentler north road. The security guard told us that the road on the north side was the route he usually took after we reached the Jinyin Terrace. From the stone steps, go down to the north, and you can see the scenery of both roads; you can also go up and down the north side, as the road is gentler and easier to walk on. Attractions: Tianmu Mountain has beautiful scenery. It is recommended to visit "Tianji Terrace", "Shenxian Cave", "Longwangtan" and other attractions. When you come to Tianmu Mountain, you must visit the majestic Tianmu Temple and feel the charm of ancient Buddhist culture. Then go and see the magical and magnificent grottoes and see how the ancients created miracles on the mountain walls.

📍Address: Xinchang Dafosi Scenic Area — Located at 117 Renmin West Road, Chengguan Town, Xinchang County, Zhejiang Province. ❤Recommendation: I was captivated by the drama Blossom a while ago, and coincidentally, I visited the Dafosi Scenic Area on the first day of the Lunar New Year, perfectly checking in at the filming location🎬. From January 23 to March 1, the scenic area also hosts a limited-time large-scale lantern festival, adding to the ambiance with its nighttime lights! 🌟Highlights: The largest Buddha in the south of the Yangtze River — Xinchang Giant Buddha (Stone Maitreya Buddha). This 16-meter-high stone Buddha statue is majestic and has a long history, attracting countless tourists for pilgrimage. In addition to the Giant Buddha, there are also many natural landscapes, unique rocks, and pleasant scenery. 🎫Ticket Price: CNY 80 (discounted price starting from CNY 68 on Trip.com)

🌈Attraction Highlights Xiayanbei Village is like a poetic paradise hidden in the mountains😃. Here, the mountains stretch endlessly, the tea gardens are emerald green, and the tea trees covering the hillsides resemble green waves. In the early morning, the sea of clouds rolls in, enveloping the entire village in a dreamlike, fairyland-like mist, making it a paradise for photographers📷. Ancient dwellings are scattered throughout, and bluestone paths wind through them. Strolling along these paths, you can experience a strong rustic atmosphere and historical charm, escape the hustle and bustle of the city, and find a peaceful haven for your soul. 📍Address: Xiayanbei Village, Dongming Township, Xinchang County, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province 🕐️Opening Hours: Open all day 🎫Tickets: Free🆓 📝Best Time to Visit: Late spring and early summer (April–June): The tea gardens are lush and green, filled with the fragrance of tea, and you can experience the joy of tea picking. Autumn (September–November): The weather is clear and crisp, perfect for climbing mountains and enjoying the colorful autumn scenery. 🚘Transportation: 1. By car: Navigate to "Xiayanbei Village" and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xinchang along the way. There is a parking lot in the village, making parking convenient🚗. 2. Public transportation: First, go to Xinchang Passenger Transport Center, take the city-rural bus to Dongming Township, and then transfer to a local minibus or take a taxi to Xiayanbei Village🚌. 📅Travel Guide ☑️Must-See Attractions: 1. Viewing Platform: Overlooking the panoramic view of the mountains, sea of clouds, and tea gardens, it offers excellent views and is a must-visit "internet-famous" photo spot. The scenery is especially stunning at sunrise and sunset🌅. 2. Ancient Village: Wander among the old houses, touch the traces of time, and experience the charm of traditional rural architecture. ☑️Suggested Route: From the entrance of the village, walk along the main road to the viewing platform for sightseeing and taking photos. Then, go deeper into the ancient village to explore the historical sites, and finally, stroll along the tea garden paths to get close to nature. ☑️Activities: 1. Tea Garden Cycling: Ride a bicycle through the tea gardens and breathe in the fresh, tea-scented air🚲. 2. Tea Making Experience: Visit a local traditional tea workshop and become a "tea master"👨‍🍳. 🍱Food in the Scenic Area: 🔶Xinchang Fried Rice Cakes: Soft, chewy, and with rich ingredients, they have a unique flavor. 🔶Big Buddha Longjing Shrimp: Cooked with local tea leaves, the tender shrimp perfectly blends with the tea aroma🦐. 🔶Braised Pork with Preserved Mustard Greens: The streaky pork is fatty but not greasy, and the preserved mustard greens are salty and fragrant, making it a super authentic farmhouse dish🥩. 🔶Corn Cakes: Made with coarse grains, they are sweet, crispy, healthy, and delicious🌽. 💗Useful Tips: 1. Accommodation Recommendations: There are many homestays in the village, such as "Cloud House," which offers rooms with great views; and "Tea Language Homestay," which is close to the tea gardens and has a tranquil atmosphere🛏️. 2. Bring sunscreen and a light jacket, as the ultraviolet rays are strong in the mountains and the temperature difference between day and night is large🌞🧥. 3. Respect local customs, protect the environment, and dispose of garbage properly🚮. 4. If you want to experience tea picking, contact local tea farmers in advance to learn about the tea picking season and precautions🍃.

Just came back from Xinchang, Shaoxing, and was deeply shocked by the unique charm of the Big Buddha Temple Scenic Area❗ This is not only a place for worshiping Buddha and meditating. It is also a "Jiangnan Grottoes Museum"~ There are many TV drama shooting locations, which are really good~ Don't get up early to travel, with Xinchang delicious snacks from "Wozhou Road", Enjoy the double enjoyment of vision and taste~ - 🌟Specific check-in route (less walking version): Entrance to Shicheng City Wall➡️Take the shuttle bus under the plaque➡️Buddha Heart Square (check in with the Buddha character)➡️Big Buddha Temple (the No. 1 Big Buddha in Jiangnan)➡️Prajna Valley➡️Qiguang Jingyuan➡️Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda➡️Thousand Buddha Zen Temple➡️Reclining Buddha Hall➡️Scenic area entrance➡️Wozhou Road food - 🌟Specific check-in points: 🔸Take the shuttle bus (💰5 yuan/person): Go to Foxin Square, which is very suitable for the elderly or lazy people . 🔸Buddha Heart Square: Check in at the huge "Buddha" cliff stone carving. Looking down from the air, the stone below is a "heart" character . 🔸Foxin Temple: Check in at the No. 1 Buddha in Jiangnan, and the "Fuzi Corridor", with yellow walls and black tiles, is very suitable for taking photos of ancient costumes~ Walking inside is the Xiongbao Hall. The entire building is located in the picturesque mountains and is surrounded by dense woods. It feels like you have come to an ancient temple 1,600 years ago~ . 🔸Prajna Valley: This is a scenic spot transformed from an abandoned quarry. The giant reliefs and stone carvings are really shocking. . 🔸Qiguangjingyuan and Wanfo Pagoda: The iconic building in the TV series "Lotus Tower", a Chinese-style pavilion over 70 meters high, an octagonal pagoda. Standing under the tower, it feels very sacred and beautiful~ . 🔸Reclining Buddha Hall (Asia's No. 1️⃣largest indoor reclining Buddha): On the way to the Reclining Buddha Hall, there are also the City God Temple and the Thousand Buddhas Temple. The stone carvings in the grottoes can truly feel the imprint of history. Walking along the stone wall plank road, you can overlook the scenery of the entire scenic area along the way~ Looking into the distance, there is a stone statue mountain of "Maitreya Buddha"~ ❗Tips: The Reclining Buddha Hall is really shocking. The Buddha's head is lowered, and his eyebrows and eyes are compassionate as if he has pity on all living beings. It seems that time has stopped, and it has become quiet all of a sudden~ - 🌟Warm Tips: 🔸About tickets: 💰80 yuan/person (7:00-17:00) . 🔸About transportation: Self-driving: about 1.5 hours from Hangzhou. There is a parking lot in the scenic area, but it is very popular during holidays. You can park in a nearby parking lot High-speed rail: to Shengzhou Xinchang Station, take a taxi to the scenic spot in 15 minutes~ . 🔸About food: You can try vegetarian food and noodles in the scenic area, but it is recommended to go to the city to eat snacks ("Wozhou Road" about 600m away from the scenic area~ . 🔸Some areas in the Big Buddha Temple require climbing stairs, and there are many walking areas. It is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes~ - I am a tourist in my hometown, and this treasure town of Xinchang is worth a trip in the opposite direction!

I would like to call it the most beautiful hotel in Shaoxing Hotel name: I personally think it is one of the most beautiful hotels in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai It is located in the 4A-level scenic spot of Chuanyan Nineteen Peaks, Xinchang County, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province, a famous city of Tang poetry in eastern Zhejiang, with its back against the naturally formed steep rocks and facing the Hanfei River. Highlights: The natural environment is very good, it is really beautiful, remember to wear nice clothes to be very photogenic ★The hotel has a 206-meter-long and 139-meter-high ladder. Guests can climb to the top to overlook the entire hotel. The hotel also has a shuttle bus, which is very convenient. The facilities are complete, so it won't be boring to take your children there during the summer vacation The toiletries in the room are Guerlain. The double beds can be seamlessly joined together. Each room type is an independent small villa with high privacy. It took 2 hours to get to Hangzhou and 3 hours to get to Shanghai. If you want to talk about the new Chinese luxury, you have to look at the hotels in Jiangnan. The hotel bed is very comfortable, but it's a pity that we arrived too late and only slept for 4 hours. The view is great, but it's a pity that we only saw it twice and said goodbye. The breakfast is good, but we didn't have time to eat it, so we only got to pack two eggs.

If you want to see the photo spot of Nine-fold Purple, one step on the accelerator from Nanjing to Xinchang. Today is the last day of the lantern festival. Great! Free tickets for locals, $38 for tourists. Tour time: full to take pictures walk and stop for an hour and a half. Overall, it's worthy of the ticket. There are not many people, so we have quite a lot of fun. The lights are beautiful, take photos and videos, especially Black Goku where there is a unique cave sky. The lighting projection on the stone walls that has been done utilizing the geography is great.

🏮Travel through a Jiangnan ink painting, enjoy yellow wine and delicacies, visit Lu Xun's Hometown, and just returned from Shaoxing. Here is a complete itinerary, including routes, tickets, and tips! ………… D1️⃣ Shen Garden–Lu Xun's Hometown–Bazi Bridge–Hometown of the Sage of Calligraphy–Jishan Hill 📍Shen Garden ( 💰40) The place where Lu You and Tang Wan's love was witnessed! The Song Dynasty garden is a great place for photos. Remember to take a photo in front of the Stele of "Phoenix Hairpin". 📍Lu Xun's Hometown (🆓, reservation required in peak season) Sanwei Study and Baicao Garden are fully restored. Buy a yellow wine popsicle (💰5) and enjoy it while you stroll around. Remember to take photos of the water town at the Wupeng Boat Wharf. 📍Bazi Bridge (🆓) An 800-year-old Southern Song Dynasty bridge, the earliest overpass, with a strong sense of life and beautiful scenery of small bridges and flowing water. 📍Hometown of the Sage of Calligraphy (🆓) The former residence of Wang Xizhi, with the Ink Pool and Tishan Bridge, is a great place for photos. There is a bookstore run by an old man hidden in the alley. ⛰️Climb Jishan Hill (🆓) You can climb the Wenbi Tower on the hill to overlook the whole city. The light and shadow in the evening are amazing! D2️⃣ Lanting Pavilion–Mausoleum of Yu the Great–East Lake–Cangqiao Straight Street 📍Lanting Pavilion (💰70) The place where Wang Xizhi wrote the Preface to the Poems Composed at the Orchid Pavilion, with a real-life restoration of the Qushui Liushang. 📍Mausoleum of Yu the Great (💰60) Climb 957 steps to see the ancestor of the Chinese nation. The bronze statue is very impressive. If you are not physically fit, you can take a sightseeing bus (💰5–10). 📍East Lake (💰50) Take a Wupeng boat through the cliffs (boat ticket 💰35), the filming location of the 1986 version of Journey to the West. It is recommended to visit in the afternoon to take photos of the sunset through the cave, which is stunning! 📍Cangqiao Straight Street 🆓 Night tour of the water town food street! You can enjoy noodles, Muliantofu, and other delicacies. When the lanterns are lit, you will feel like you are in the Southern Song Dynasty. D3️⃣ Shaoxing Museum–Xu Wei Art Museum–Qingteng Study–Shaoxing Shiye Museum–Qiu Jin's Former Residence–Tashan Park 📍Shaoxing Museum (🆓) From the bronze sword of the Yue Kingdom to the relics of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, you can learn about 2,500 years of history in 2 hours. 📍Xu Wei Art Museum (🆓) One of the three great talents of the Ming Dynasty, his artistic achievements are out of this world. The pure white building is a great place for photos. 📍Qingteng Study (🆓) The former residence of Xu Wei is very quiet, and the banana trees in the courtyard are very Zen. 📍Shiye Museum (🆓) Discover the culture of Shaoxing Shiye, the think tank of ancient times. 📍Qiu Jin's Former Residence (🆓) The deeds of the heroine are impressive, and the back garden is beautiful. 📍Tashan Park (🆓) Climb the Yingtian Tower to overlook Shaoxing in 360°, and the lights in the evening are even more dreamy! ………… 🚅Transportation ▫️The train station is in the city. The North Station is far away, and the station is currently under construction, so you need to take a shuttle bus to the Daqingsi subway station. ▫️There are now 2 subway lines in Shaoxing. Line 1 connects to Line 5 in Hangzhou. The attractions in the ancient city are concentrated, and you can get around on foot or by bike. ▫️It is recommended to take a taxi to the attractions around the city, which is not very expensive and saves time. 🏨Accommodation It is recommended to stay near Lu Xun's Hometown, where you can find attractions right outside the door. 🍜Food ▫️Ciwudamian: Sanxian Soup Noodles are a must-try! The handmade noodles are very chewy. ▫️Yellow wine popsicle: Available everywhere, the red label is more mellow. ▫️Yellow wine milk tea: Light wine aroma, not too sweet. ▫️Xunbaoji: Classic Shaoxing cuisine, Shaoxing Sanxian, Drunken Crab, and Yellow Wine Pudding are must-tries! 💡Tips: The tickets to the attractions are really expensive. Remember to buy a pass or joint ticket on the "Shaoxing Cultural Tourism Group" official account. I bought a pass for East Lake, Lanting Pavilion, Mausoleum of Yu the Great, Shen Garden, and Yangming's Hometown (choose 5 out of 4) and saved 30%!

My mom loves mountain and water views, so we took a high-speed train to Shijiufeng Scenic Area in Xinchang, Shaoxing, a hidden paradise in the mountains. 1️⃣🏨Hotel: Xinchang Anlan, a three-day, two-night package, basically includes all meals, CNY 3,000–4,000 for two adults and one child, very suitable for families. 2️⃣⛰️Scenic Area: Just stay in the scenic area, enjoy the view of Shijiufeng, and the natural scenery along Hanfei River is also very beautiful. 3️⃣🛗Activity: Highly recommend the Cloud Ladder, no need to climb mountains or walk mountain roads, just two or three minutes to the top of the mountain, where you can see the clouds and mist at the foot of the mountain, a truly beautiful sight! 4️⃣🏠Village: Xiayanbei Village is not far from the back door of the hotel, it takes 20–30 minutes to walk there, but it is worth it, and you can also try the coffee at Yunjuanyunshu Cafe.

Hotel environment: The hotel is located in the deepest part of the valley and built along the river. The rooms are all detached villas with small courtyards. The price varies according to the view. The room facilities are good, the lighting is particularly good, and the photos are beautiful. The breakfast is rich in variety and tastes good. You can park in the underground parking lot, and the elevator goes directly to the lobby. Supporting facilities and services: There is a swimming pool, bar, spa, library, tea room, and coffee shop. Among them, the tea room is the best, with beautiful scenery, environment, and facilities. You need to take the cloud ladder to go up. It is better to make an appointment for one of the four rooms in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, which are more private and have better scenery. The bar is very bad, and there is no decent cocktail. There are not many books in the library, and it doesn't look like a library, but the surrounding area is good for taking pictures. There is no white coffee in the coffee shop. The overall service is very slow, and the work efficiency is very low. We went out to play in the morning and came back in the afternoon, but the room was not cleaned. The shuttle bus is also very slow, which is far inferior to the Fragrant Grassland in Jiande. It is even more difficult to deliver something, and you have to urge it repeatedly. The management of the hotel is very chaotic, and the coordination between departments is very poor. The best-looking waiters are only at the front desk, and the rest are not good-looking. The travel photography is very good, and the little brother is very serious and responsible. Nearby attractions: The back door of the hotel leads directly to Xiayanbei Village. You need to pass through the tea garden to the village. There is a free shuttle bus that can take you to various check-in points. The village can be played for half a day, and the photos are very good. The coffee shop is very ordinary because there is no white coffee. It takes about 35 minutes to drive from the hotel to the county seat. You can go to the Great Buddha Temple and visit Xinchang County. The overall road conditions are very good, and female drivers are absolutely fine. The cultural tourism in Xinchang County is very good, and the New Year atmosphere is very good. The lantern show in the Great Buddha Temple is worth seeing. I haven't felt such a lively and tasteful New Year atmosphere for many years. The best thing about the hotel is that there are mountains and water, and there are excellent viewing spots set up at high places. Sitting quietly, chatting, and enjoying the scenery is extremely leisurely.

If you long for a spiritual cleansing and want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, then join me on this journey through the Buddhist kingdom that spans thousands of years! Today, we are going to check in at the mysterious place with a history of more than 1,600 years - Xinchang Big Buddha Temple! 🚗 Transportation to attractions: Starting from Shaoxing, it takes about an hour to drive to this sacred land. Along the way, the lush green scenery makes people feel good. If you are from other places, you can take the high-speed rail to Xinchang Station, take a taxi after exiting the station, and you can reach the foot of the Big Buddha Temple in minutes. Remember, for the convenience of sightseeing, it is best to wear a pair of comfortable shoes. After all, we want to visit every corner of this Buddhist country! 👍️Must-see attractions: As soon as you step into the Big Buddha Temple, you will be shocked by the solemn and sacred atmosphere. First of all, Prajna Valley is definitely not to be missed! The waterfalls cascade down like silk threads, as if it is a refreshing baptism specially prepared by nature for this Buddhist country. Going up the stone steps, you will see the birth statue of Buddha, with his feet on a lotus, which is sacred and solemn, making people feel awe. Next, the reclining Buddha in Shuanglin Grottoes will definitely open your eyes! That serene and peaceful posture seems to be guarding the peace of the world in its sleep. The reclining Buddha is huge in scale and unique in style, making people feel as if they are in the distant Western Regions, feeling the mystery and solemnity. Of course, when talking about the Big Buddha Temple, how can we not mention the largest Buddha in Jiangnan - Maitreya Buddha? The Maitreya Buddha sitting cross-legged in the main hall has a compassionate gaze that spans thousands of years, as if telling endless stories. The exquisite carvings and the accumulation of years all demonstrate the ancient people's respect and admiration for Buddhism. In addition, the stone wall Buddha niches in Qianfo Zen Temple are also a must-see place. Although it has been eroded by wind and rain, its former glory can still be vaguely seen. Those spherical tuffs have witnessed the passage of time and the vicissitudes of this Buddhist country. Luohan Cave is also one of the attractions not to be missed! The more than 500 statues are lifelike, with different expressions, and you can almost hear their low chanting. The three characters "Luohan Cave" written by Mr. Jin Yong add a touch of legend to it, which makes people imagine endlessly. 🎟️Ticket related: Friends, remember to book your tickets online in advance, so you can save a lot of time queuing. The adult ticket price is approximately XX yuan, and students and seniors can enjoy discounts with valid ID! In addition, remember to check the latest opening hours and don’t miss the beautiful encounter with this Buddhist country! 💗Other tips: Clothing: It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes that are easy to move in, after all, we want to visit every corner of this Buddhist country! Sun protection: Although there are many green trees here, you still need to pay attention to sun protection! Get your sunscreen, sun hat, and sunglasses ready! Taking photos: How can you not take photos in such a beautiful place? Remember to bring your camera or mobile phone to capture every beautiful moment! Belief: Please keep quiet when entering the Buddhist temple. Respecting other people’s beliefs is also a kind of respect for our own! During this trip to the Xinchang Big Buddha Temple, I felt as if I had traveled through a thousand years of time and felt the solemnity and sacredness from ancient times. This is not only a holy place of Buddhism, but also a palace of art. It carries the history and culture of the Yue State, allowing every visitor to feel the shock and baptism of the soul. Here, time seems to stand still, while the soul is sublimated in the echoes of history.

🌈Highlights: Xinchang Dafo Temple, a hidden gem in Shaoxing, Zhejiang, attracts countless visitors with its magnificent stone Buddha, long history, and tranquil temple atmosphere. With few tourists, it's a great place for photos and to experience the tranquility and solemnity of an ancient temple. Tang Dynasty poets left famous poems here, adding to its cultural richness. 🚗Getting There: The most convenient way to get to Xinchang Dafo Temple is to take a high-speed train to Shengzhou Xinchang Station, then a 20-minute taxi ride. It's easy to start a peaceful temple journey. 👍️Must-visit Attractions: • Dafo Temple: Home to the largest stone Buddha in Jiangnan. Though photos aren't allowed, its awe-inspiring presence is unforgettable. • Prajna Valley: Once a Ming Dynasty quarry, now a photo hotspot with line carvings and reliefs depicting the Four Great Bodhisattvas and Buddhist stories. • Reclining Buddha Hall: Home to Asia's largest stone cave reclining Buddha, 37 meters long and 9 meters high, a masterpiece of contemporary cave art. 🚩Queue Tips: Xinchang Dafo Temple is relatively unknown, so there are few tourists and no queues. To ensure a smooth visit, buy tickets in advance on platforms like Trip.com to avoid waiting. 👍️Why Visit: • Few Tourists, Beautiful Scenery: Compared to popular attractions, it's quieter and perfect for those seeking peace. • Rich Culture: As an ancient Southern Dynasty temple, it has a long history and rich culture, offering a sense of history. • Photo Hotspot: Prajna Valley and other attractions are beautifully designed, perfect for photos to elevate your social media. 📅Travel Tips: Plan for a half-day to a full day. Suggested route: Buddha Heart Square → Release Pond → Dafo Temple → Prajna Valley → Xiguang Pure Courtyard → Thousand Buddha Zen Courtyard → Shuanglin Grottoes (Reclining Buddha Hall). Each attraction has its unique charm. 🍜Food Tips: Try local snacks like Xinchang fried rice cakes and steamed buns. The temple also has a vegetarian restaurant for a taste of Buddhist culture. 🏨Accommodation Tips: There are many accommodation options near Xinchang Dafo Temple, from budget hotels to high-end homestays. Book in advance on platforms like Trip.com for quality and discounts. For a deeper cultural experience, stay in a local homestay and learn about local customs. 💗Other Tips: • Dress Code: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for easy exploration. • Etiquette: Be quiet in the temple, respect Buddhist culture, and don't touch statues. • Photography Tips: Use light and composition for artistic photos in Prajna Valley. Try different angles and poses for lively photos. • Best Time to Visit: Suitable year-round, but winter is special with fragrant wintersweet flowers.

🌄 Morning: Explore Tianmu Mountain Tianmu Mountain is a place that has fascinated countless literati, including Li Bai, who wrote "A Farewell to a Dream of Tianmu Mountain" about it. The mountain is known for its unique scenery and is a classic hiking route in Xinchang. You can walk along the Tianmu Ancient Road, cross the "Internet-famous bridge" Simahui Bridge, enter the "Tianmu Gate" Banzhu Ancient Village, pass winding paths, ancient streams, waterfalls, and strange peaks, and finally reach the top of Tianmu Mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea of clouds. 🌞 Noon: Gushan Park and Tianmu Pavilion After descending Tianmu Mountain, head to Gushan Park. The park is full of trees, streams, winding paths, and poetry. The Tianmu Pavilion in the park is a must-see. It is 31.5 meters high and was designed by Professor Du Shunbao, a famous Chinese ancient architecture expert. It is an imitation of ancient buildings in the Tang Dynasty style. From the Tianmu Pavilion, you can overlook the entire Xinchang city, see the old and new cityscapes, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tianmu Mountain. 🌙 Evening: Xinchang City Stroll around Xinchang City and experience the local customs and culture. 🌟 Night: Jiangbin Park and Night View 🌃 Finally, head to Jiangbin Park to enjoy the night view of both sides of the Xinchang River. Under the moonlight, the beautiful Xinchang River is brightly lit, and the lights reflect on the river, creating a peaceful and long-lasting atmosphere. Here, you can relax and enjoy the quiet and beautiful night. 📌 Tips: Transportation: Transportation in Xinchang is relatively convenient, with buses and taxis everywhere.

📍Address: Xinchang Dafo Temple is located at No. 117 Renmin West Road, Xinchang County, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province. It is a large-scale, multi-functional, and comprehensive Buddhist cultural tourism area integrating sightseeing, pilgrimage, geological science popularization, folk experience, and Zen leisure. Highlights - History and culture: Dafo Temple was built in the Yonghe period of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, with a history of more than 1,600 years. There is a stone-carved Maitreya Buddha from the Southern Dynasties in the temple, which is known as the "No. 1 Buddha in Jiangnan". - Natural scenery: There are natural landscapes such as the Petrified Forest, Shuanglin Grottoes, and Prajna Valley in the scenic area. The trees in the Petrified Forest are over 100 million years old, which is the most precious paleontological relic in Xinchang. - Buddhist culture: Dafo Temple is an important temple of Chinese Buddhism. There are many Buddha statues, pagodas, and Buddhist cultural relics in the temple, which is an important place for Buddhist believers to worship and practice. 🚗Transportation: Transportation guide - Public transportation: Take Bus No. 2, 7, or 8 to Dafucheng Station. - Self-driving: Navigate to Xinchang Dafo Temple directly. The scenic area provides parking lots, CNY 20/time for small vehicles and CNY 30/time for large vehicles. 👍️Must-see attractions: - Travel route: Pilgrimage tour (Dafucheng Entrance - Foxin Square - Pond of Mercy - Master Zhizhe Memorial Tower - No. 1 Buddha in Jiangnan), Grottoes cultural relics tour (Dafucheng Entrance - Outdoor Maitreya - Five Hundred Arhats Cave - Shuanglin Grottoes - Thousand Buddhas Zen Temple - Prajna Valley - Foxin Square - Pond of Mercy - Yinyue Temple - No. 1 Buddha in Jiangnan), etc. 🎟️Tickets: - Ticket price: Full price ticket CNY 80/person, half price ticket CNY 40/person. 💗Other tips: - Food recommendation: Xinchang fried rice cake, Xinchang taro dumplings, Guolato, steamed soup dumplings, Xinchang spring rolls, etc.

🌳 I spent a relaxing two days and one night with my baby in Tian Lao Mountain. The single-family cabin in the forest, surrounded by the sea of ​​​​mountains and bamboos, made me feel like I was in a fairy tale world. The hotel's public area activities are rich, infinity pool, children's playground, gym, glass landscape swing, etc., adults and children have a lot of fun, the original wood style decoration is simple and atmospheric, unexpectedly praised 👍 I love documenting every bit of life for two children, Tian Lao Yin is really too video 📷 Whether it is the terrace of the cabin or the sofa in the room, you can capture warm and interesting parent-child moments, each screen will shine in the long river of memory. It's so blissful to have a good sleep in a comfortable bed when you're tired of playing, have a sweet dream, and wake up to have a delicious breakfast 🏠 Xinchang Tian Lao Shan Tian Lao Hidden Hotel 📍Xinchang Ruo Town Tian Lao Forest Farm Hanging Water Ridge (🌟Tips: 🚗Inform the B&B housekeeper of your license plate in advance, you can drive directly into the mountain for free. The road is winding, so drive slowly 💕)

|Admire the lanterns, visit ancient temples, and encounter Zen and beautiful scenery. 🏮Enjoy the lanterns during the Lantern Festival. Come to this thousand-year-old temple, where you can not only enjoy the subtle fragrance of wintersweets, but also check in at the same camera positions as popular TV series such as "Nine Layers Purple" and "Zhou Sheng Ru Gu". As the lights come on, the lantern exhibitions with various themes are also magnificent. / 🔅In order to have fun in the temple and enjoy the lanterns at night, we have arranged a comprehensive version and a relatively economical version. (There are many attractions to visit, and you basically have to walk) / ☘️ Comprehensive route: Archway → Baiyun Lake → Mingjing Lake → Climb up to the Reclining Buddha Hall (Shuanglin Grottoes) → Skywalk to the Thousand Buddha Hall → Go down the mountain to the Free Life Pond → Jiangnan’s Largest Buddha → Dabei Temple → Turn back to the Zhizhe Master Memorial Hall → Return to the Buddha Heart Square to Prajna Valley → Qiguang Jingyuan → Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda (same as Jiuchongzi) → Return to the Buddha Heart Square to Foshan Holy Land → Petrified Forest (Dinosaur Park) → Main Gate / ◽️This route can basically cover most of the attractions. 🍃Effort-saving route: Take a sightseeing bus to the largest Buddha in Jiangnan → Reclining Buddha Hall → Prajna Valley → Qiguang Jingyuan. You can enjoy the lanterns in the scenic area at night. / Practical Tips: ✅Starting from 10,000, wear comfortable shoes to make your tour easier. ✅Before the Lantern Festival, at the Big Buddha Temple🆓, you need a 20 incense and flower voucher to visit the largest Buddha in Jiangnan. ✅You can visit the attractions during the day, eat a bowl of vegetarian noodles, and watch the lights at night, saving the entrance fee. The Reclining Buddha Hall⬇️ has a light show at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 pm "Wishful Xinchang" / 📍Dafo Temple Scenic Area, Xinchang County, Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province 🅿️Parking spaces near the scenic area, Gushan Park is also available