Things to do in Taizhou

The lush forests and verdant waters complement each other perfectly, creating a truly wonderful natural oxygen bar. When I visited the park that day, a light drizzle was falling, and a gentle breeze made me feel as if I were swimming in a clear, cool oxygen bar. Without the sun's rays, that feeling of coolness is something you can't experience anywhere else.

I took advantage of the weekend break and drove with friends to Zhenhu Lake in Taizhou to relax. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city and breathing in the fresh air, I felt much more relaxed. I even saw some Père David's deer up close. I think this trip was really great!

The rapeseed flowers are especially spectacular when they bloom, and there are many photo spots set up. However, the ladies on the tour boats seem to be trying to earn tips, which is a bit shady. I hope the scenic area will strengthen its management.

The ancient town is very old, with ancient camellia and banyan trees. My child, just over 1.4 meters tall and wearing sneakers, was charged at some attractions, but was allowed to pass through Zhenhu Lake without paying. Another unique feature of Taizhou is its paid parking; street parking is also quite expensive, especially during holidays.

Meiyuan Garden, located on the banks of the Fengcheng River on the east side of Taizhou's old city, is a garden commemorating Mei Lanfang. It attracts many tourists during holidays and is one of Taizhou's most visited attractions. Transportation is convenient, with multiple bus lines nearby. The Taizhou Old Street commercial area is directly opposite, offering plenty of food and drinks. There is a parking lot at the entrance, but spaces are limited and are usually full of tour buses during holidays.

Huangqiao Ancient Town is a famous cultural town with a thousand-year history. The ancient streets and alleys and stone bridges here are like an antique painting. You can stroll on the bluestone road in the ancient town to feel the simplicity and tranquility; you can also visit the ancient buildings and houses with a long history to learn about the legendary stories and historical culture of the ancient town.

The night view of Fengcheng River is really great. There are opera performances on the shore from time to time, which inherit the artistic culture of Master Mei Lanfang. It is also very pleasant to walk around Taoyuan next to the old street at night.

You must visit Taizhou Old Street. Although it is just a commercial street now, you can see antique buildings everywhere. It is very artistic. The Morning Tea Museum is small but exquisite. It introduces Taizhou's traditional morning tea and bathroom culture. I learned a lot. Taoyuan is also free now. There are many entrances and exits connected to the old street. The ancient salt canal wharf is also very close to the back door of the old street. You can check in together and have fun.

The garden is quite nice, a typical traditional residence with a courtyard and back garden, indicating that Zheng Banqiao came from a relatively well-off background. Located in a prime area of ​​the city, it boasts convenient transportation and is ideal for tourism. The surrounding old town and many smaller attractions can be visited together; a combined ticket is available at an affordable price.

It's excellent, taking about 30-40 minutes in total. It covers Taizhou's history, river culture, people, and opera culture. You can also see performances on the shore, including "The Drunken Beauty" and a performance by Mei Lanfang. A few things to note: it gets crowded, so there may be queues. Once full, it leaves, and those who arrive later board another boat to ensure everyone gets a ride.