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

Here is a travel guide for Taizhou, Zhejiang: Transportation Guide • External Transportation: For flights, you can choose Taizhou Luqiao Airport, but there are fewer flights. You can also fly to Ningbo or Wenzhou Airport and then transfer to a high-speed train, which takes about 1.5 hours. For high-speed trains, Taizhou has Taizhou West Station (Huangyan), Linhai Station, Wenling Station, etc. You can choose a station according to your itinerary. • City Transportation: The attractions are scattered, so it is recommended to drive or charter a car for convenient travel. If you don't drive, you can choose buses, taxis, or ride-hailing services. Recommended Attractions • Tiantai Mountain Area: Guoqing Temple is an ancient temple from the Sui Dynasty where you can watch monks farming and drink Zen tea in the morning. It is open from 7:00–16:00, and a visit takes about 2 hours. Tiantai Mountain Waterfall is the highest waterfall in China. You can take the waterfall group, Huixian Bridge, and Qiongtai Xiangu joint ticket route. The hike takes 4 hours. After the rain, the water volume is large, so you need to wear non-slip shoes. • Linhai Ancient City: Taizhou Fucheng Wall is known as the "Great Wall of Jiangnan." The best section is from Lanshengmen to Chaotianmen, which takes about 2 hours. The scenery is best when the plum blossoms are in full bloom in March. Ziyang Ancient Street is a living Song Dynasty commercial street where you can taste Wang Tianshun seaweed cakes and other delicacies. You can also find the old house number "Qianfo Well" and explore the former site of the People's Bank of China. • Shenxianju - Xianju: Shenxianju Scenic Area is the prototype of Li Bai's "Dreaming of Mount Tianmu." You can take the South Tianding Glass Viewing Platform, Ruyi Bridge, and Guanyin Peak route. The cable car plus hike takes about 5 hours. It is recommended to go from the South Gate to the North Gate to avoid the crowds. Potan Ancient Town has a dragon-shaped ancient street and needle-pierced boneless lanterns. After 19:00, you can see the ancient town's lanterns light up, and you can also participate in intangible cultural heritage lantern making. • Shitang: Xiaoruo Village is known as the "Chinese version of Cinque Terre." The Mazu Temple platform on the top of the mountain and the terrace of the "Yucun Xiaoxu" B&B are good places to take pictures. The light is best after 4pm on a sunny day. Millennium Dawn Park is where the first ray of sunshine of the new millennium shines. You can experience the unique seaside scenery. Recommended Food • Seafood Dishes: Sand clam noodles, home-cooked yellow croaker, and wart slug sauerkraut soup are worth a try. You can choose your own seafood at the Songmen Aquatic Product Market for processing, or you can go to Jiaojiang Garden Vegetable Market and Linhai Renmin Road Seafood Food Stalls to taste. • Featured Snacks: There are qiangao (stuffed rice cake), danqing yangwei (egg white sheep tail), ginger soup noodles, maixia (wheat shrimp), plum blossom cake, ginger juice egg, etc. Accommodation Recommendations • Designer B&Bs: Xingluo Haiye (Shitang), Shebude (Shenxianju), etc., have beautiful environments and unique designs. • Ancient City Style: Yingchunli (in Ziyang Street), Yufengli (renovated from a century-old bank), you can feel the charm of the ancient city. • Value for Money Choices: Tiantai Lujing Resort Hotel, Linhai Z - hotel, etc., are economical and convenient. Itinerary Planning • Three Days and Two Nights: On the first day, visit Guoqing Temple in the morning, go to Tiantai Mountain Waterfall in the afternoon, and stay in Linhai at night. On the second day, visit Taizhou Fucheng Wall and Longxing Temple, and in the afternoon, drive to Shitang to see the sunset in the colorful Xiaoruo Village. On the third day, visit Millennium Dawn Park and Jinshatan before returning. • Five Days and Four Nights Deep Tour: On the basis of three days and two nights, add a full-day hike in Shenxianju and a night tour of Potan Ancient Town. You can also add a half-day tour of the old city of Jiaojiang to visit the 349 Submarine Base, etc. Precautions Shitang Scenic Area is restricted during holidays, and you need to transfer to a shuttle bus. Ask about the price of seafood food stalls and choose old shops with clear price tags. Shenxianju is prone to fog on rainy days, so check the weather forecast in advance. The joint ticket for Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area is valid for 2 days, so you can arrange your itinerary reasonably. Accommodation in Linhai is tight on weekends, so you need to book 2 weeks in advance.

Taizhou, located on the central coast of Zhejiang Province, is a city with a rich history and culture. It is also a blessed land where mountains, sea, and water coexist harmoniously. Not only does it boast abundant natural landscapes, but it also possesses a profound historical and cultural heritage, earning it the titles of "Little Zoulu" and "Land of Culture." ✨Taizhou in March-April Taizhou enjoys a mild climate in March and April, with average temperatures ranging from 10°C to 15°C. With plenty of sunshine and fresh air, it's ideal for outdoor activities. During this time, Taizhou is in full bloom, making it the best time to experience the fusion of nature and culture. 🗓Transportation Guide • High-speed Rail: Take the high-speed train to Taizhou Station or Linhai Station, transportation is very convenient. • Airplane: Fly to Ningbo Lishe International Airport or Wenzhou Longwan International Airport, then transfer to high-speed rail or long-distance bus to Taizhou. • Car: From Shanghai or Hangzhou, take the G15 Shenyang-Haikou Expressway to Taizhou, the journey takes about 3 hours. ✨Three Days and Two Nights Itinerary ✅Day 1: History and Culture Tour • Morning: Arrive in Taizhou and check in to your hotel. We recommend choosing a hotel in Linhai city center for convenient transportation. • Noon: Visit the Taizhou Fu City Wall and experience the unique charm of the "Great Wall of Southern China." • Afternoon: Stroll along Ziyang Street, savoring local snacks such as seaweed cakes and egg white sheep tails. • Evening: Explore Ziyang Street and experience the local nightlife. ✅Day 2: Nature and Culture Tour • Morning: Visit the Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall and admire the spectacular view of China's highest waterfall. • Noon: Enjoy local farmhouse dishes near the scenic area, such as stir-fried steamed pork with rice flour. • Afternoon: Visit Guoqing Temple, the ancestral temple of the Tiantai Sect of Chinese Buddhism. • Evening: Return to Linhai city center and check in to your hotel. ✅Day 3: Island and Leisure Tour • Morning: Visit Dachen Island and enjoy the coastal scenery by boat. • Noon: Savor seafood barbecue on the island. • Afternoon: Explore attractions such as Jiawu Rock and Langtong Gate. • Evening: Conclude your pleasant Taizhou trip and prepare for your return journey. ✨Recommended Attractions 1. Taizhou Fu City Wall: Experience the unique charm of the "Great Wall of Southern China." 2. Ziyang Street: Savor local snacks and experience the charm of the ancient city. 3. Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall: The highest waterfall in China, a spectacular sight. 4. Guoqing Temple: The ancestral temple of the Tiantai Sect of Chinese Buddhism, with towering ancient trees. 5. Dachen Island: A national first-class fishing port and a maritime forest park. 6. Shenxianju: A national 5A-level tourist attraction, known as the "First City of Mist and Clouds." 7. Changyu Dongtian: Natural limestone caves, shrouded in mystery. 🏨Hotel Recommendations • Linhai Riverview International Hotel: Riverfront views and comprehensive facilities. • Linhai Atour Hotel: Close to Linhai Yintai City, convenient for travel. • Taizhou Yaoda International Hotel: Located in the city center, convenient for transportation. 🍲Local Food Recommendations • Seaweed Cakes: Freshly baked, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. • Egg White Sheep Tails: Crispy, sweet, and delicious. • Linhai Zao Geng: A traditional snack with a unique flavor. • Ginger Steamed Eggs: A nourishing delicacy that warms the body and soul. • Seafood Feast: Fresh seafood prepared in various ways. 💡Tips • Sun Protection: The early spring sunshine is strong, so please take sun protection measures when traveling. • Warm Clothing: There is a large temperature difference between day and night, so bring a light jacket. • Respect Local Culture: Respect local customs and traditions when visiting historical sites. • Plan Your Itinerary: Plan your itinerary in advance and avoid peak seasons. • Pay Attention to Safety: Observe relevant regulations when visiting scenic areas.

I would be heartbroken if I came to Dali and didn't stay at this hotel. 💔 I stayed at a hotel in Shuanglang that was the best hotel I've ever stayed at. The ocean view right on the water was so attractive! The environment and service were great and comfortable. I highly recommend it! ❗️ · 🏡 Hotel: Mangshu Taotang Zhiqiu Seaview Hotel 📍 Location: Dajianpang Village, Shuanglang Town, Dali City - 🏘️ Hotel introduction: 1️⃣ There are two types of rooms: a quiet and elegant courtyard room and an ocean view room. 🌊 The ocean view room has a 180° floor-to-ceiling window with a view of Erhai Lake and Cangshan Mountain. The hotel is built by the sea, and the view is beautiful. 2️⃣ The entire room is high quality and uses some high-end brands, such as Dyson hair dryers and King Koil mattresses. 🛏️ The details are also well done. The room is clean and comfortable, and the soundproofing is very good. It's very quiet. 3️⃣ The hotel service 💁‍♀️ is very good. There is someone to help with luggage from check-in, and the 24-hour butler is always available. There is a small car to pick you up when you go out, and every staff member is very patient. 👍 - 🍽️ Meals 🍴 Buffet breakfast 🍳, exquisite afternoon tea by the sea ☕️, and goodnight sweet soup 🍮 - There are many restaurants around the hotel. 🥙 Local specialty private dishes (I highly recommend Yang Xiaochu, which was recommended by the hotel butler and is really delicious. 😋) Wild mushroom hot pot Stone grill Yunnan rice noodles Copper pot beef hot pot Local snacks Ocean view restaurants with a great atmosphere Various cafes and afternoon tea restaurants . Dali travel tips 🎊 The ultraviolet rays in Dali are relatively strong, so you should wear sunscreen even in winter. The temperature difference between day and night in Dali is very large in winter, so be sure to bring warm clothes. If you want to take photos, you can bring a beautiful dress during the day, but be sure to bring a thick coat!

Taizhou is really a treasure city The Spring Festival is coming, if you don't know where to go, keep this 2-day and 1-night Taizhou travel guide · 🗺️About the attractions 1️⃣Ziyang Ancient Street •Location: Ziyang Ancient Street, Linhai City, Taizhou City •How to get there: Take the high-speed rail to Linhai Station, and then take a taxi for 50 minutes · Don't miss the sticky rice here and the super delicious seaweed cake, the queue is long but worth it. The whole street is long, with a strong cultural atmosphere, very suitable for taking pictures 2️⃣Wenling •Location: Wenling City, Taizhou City •How to get there: Take the high-speed rail to Wenling Station, and then take a taxi for 1 hour •Xiaoruo Village: Known as the Zhejiang version of the Five Fishing Villages, the colorful houses are super fairy tale •Ring Viewing Platform: From the aerial view, it is a pair of rings, so romantic that I cried •Golden Beach: Unexpectedly, Taizhou also has such a healing blue •Pearl Beach: Super long coastline, very suitable for weekend relaxation • "Little Mount Fuji": A lonely island, very atmospheric 3️⃣Guoqing Temple •Location: Guoqing Scenic Area, Tiantai County, Taizhou City •How to get there: Take the high-speed rail to Tiantai Mountain Station, and then take a taxi for 15 minutes • If the temple is established, the country will be clear Every inch of land, you can see the traces of the years There is also a 1400-year-old Sui Mei in the temple, which is very spectacular 4️⃣Taizhou City Wall 📍Location: Just next to Ziyang Ancient Street, within walking distance Half a circle, surrounding the ancient city of Taizhou · From Xingshan Gate, walk to Wangtiantai. Standing at a high place, you can enjoy the scenery of Linhai · ✅Floating Island: An island floating above the clouds, super shocking ✅Miyazaki Hayao's anime world: Anime elements can be seen everywhere, cute to explode ✅Little Train: Take the train to spring, there are many cute surprises along the way ✅Mirror of the Sky: A huge mirror, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds and sunrise ✅Lake View Tent Room: Super large tent, independent balcony, lake view in full view, and the same starry sky bubble room as in 'Youth Around' • Come to the City of the Sky for the Spring Festival, there are also handmade dragon lanterns, writing couplets, surrounding the stove to make tea and other New Year activities • 🍲About food Tianwang Shun Seaweed Cake, Hongchi Embedded Cake Shop, Anling Sweet Potato Strips, Chen's Black Rice Glutinous Rice Cake, Aunt Wang's Plum Cake, Aunt Zhu's Egg White Lamb Tail, Lishi Mountain Style Shrimp

🌈Before going to Tiantai Mountain, I imagined that I would quietly visit the ancient temples for thousands of years, slowly wait for the cows to get off work, leisurely watch the green mountains and waterfalls, happily take pictures of Zen landscapes, stroke cats, drink tea and eat vegetarian meals. After the trip, everything was as I wished, but the adjectives were a bit off. I walked 25 kilometers in three days, and on the last day I sat on the high-speed train back with two muddy trouser legs, but I was happier than the planned trip, especially the Xiagu Ancient Road, the beautiful mountains and waters of Tiantai Mountain are real. 🚴‍♀️Because several scenic spots are basically all the way, so there are many problems in transportation and tour routes, the number of words is limited, detailed strategies will be divided later, first simply say the total itinerary 1⃣Day1: Departure—Tiantai Station—Big Waterfall—Qiongtai Fairy Valley 2⃣Day2: Guoqing Temple—Tiantai Museum—Shiliang 3⃣Day3: Xiagu Ancient Road Loop—Tiantai Station Return 📍✔️First afternoon: Big Waterfall + Qiongtai Fairy Valley (Pictures 1-5) 🔸Bought a joint ticket, walked all the way, took 3 hours, the route track is 9 kilometers (only more than 7 kilometers on the two-step track, has been synchronized), the big waterfall is indeed spectacular, but after climbing to the top of the mountain all the way to Qiongtai Fairy Valley, it is the mountain and water show, worth the ticket price. This attraction is near, it is convenient for one person to take a taxi. 📍✔️Second morning: Guoqing Temple + Tiantai Museum, afternoon: Shiliang (Pictures 6-11) 🔸Guoqing Temple is as everyone says, quiet and simple, even the plants have Buddha nature, the entrance of Tiantai Museum is very inconspicuous, but the cultural exhibits inside are very rich. 🔸Shiliang Feipu is rushing to the last bus of the scenic spot to go back to the last bus, about 3 kilometers from the entrance to the exit, it takes 1 and a half hours, completely different from the big waterfall Qiongtai Fairy Valley, it is a place to brush again. This attraction is far away, it is more convenient for one person to take the scenic bus. 📍✔️Third day: Xiagu Ancient Road Loop (Pictures 12-16) 🔸Start timing from near Tiantai Hotel, the whole journey is 13 kilometers, it takes 5 hours (only more than 12 kilometers on the two-step track, has been synchronized), all the way through the mountains, villages, ancient temples, quiet and natural, the second half of the journey met rain, so I brought two trouser legs out of the mountain. There are several wild roads in this loop, it is not recommended for women to hike alone, especially when the weather is bad. 🌟If the weather is bad in Tiantai Mountain, it is easy to fog up the mountain, self-driving around the mountain road should pay attention to safety, novice drivers are not recommended. 🌟I won't go out for food, I've been hiking all the way, the most I eat is dry food, but I ate at the earth stove, I feel average, and the random He Wei stir-fry on the side of the road, unexpectedly suits my taste, I ate it for two days. 🌟The temples in Tiantai Mountain are really beautiful, and the three-day deep tour makes me feel that the mountains and waters here are more spiritual.

Hoshinoya Group is a Japanese resort and hotel management company with a century-old history. Its brand is led by "HOSHINOYA" and it currently operates more than 60 hotel facilities around the world. The name of Tiantaishan "Jiazhu" Hotel is taken from the name of the founder Kasuke Hoshino; this is also the group's fourth overseas hotel after Hawaii, Taiwan and Bali. Design The hotel's architectural style is simple and natural, with the Zen "six senses pure" as the design concept, and it pays great attention to symmetry and balance. Every corner of the hotel exudes the shadow of Zen. Rooms The hotel has 103 rooms, most of which have excellent views. Standing on the balcony of the house and looking into the distance, the smoke from the distant mountain villages and temples complements the endless mountains in the distance, creating a picture of quaint life full of Zen. The hotel's basic room types start at 55 square meters, which can be compared to open-plan suites and are equipped with outdoor courtyards, giving it a full holiday feel. Especially the huge round bathtub, which is enough to make every private bath dream come true. In the mini bar, all drinks imported from Japan are free, paired with local alpine cloud tea and abundant welcome fruits, to start a wonderful holiday. Meals The hotel has an all-day restaurant, a Chinese restaurant and private rooms. The lighting in the restaurant's lobby is particularly stunning, and is said to be inspired by the leaves of local thousand-year-old trees. We experienced breakfast during this stay. The Japanese set meals were beautifully presented and tasty. With the a la carte menu and semi-buffet table, it can create an enjoyable holiday morning. We carefully select fresh local ingredients and combine them with the cooking methods of Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine to create the unique "Jiangsu and Zhejiang fusion cuisine". The hotel also offers a variety of cultural courses, such as meditation, singing bowls and morning yoga, for guests to experience free of charge. The hotel has a gym and heated pool which are open until 9:00pm which is great. Experience The hotel offers guests a series of special activities that integrate natural ecology and cultural landscape. The mountain roads in Tiantai Mountain are really beautiful. It is super beautiful to drive there by yourself, and you can even meet Yun Ling. The texture of the entire hotel is very good and the details are easy to capture. In addition, the service is really great, giving you a very comfortable feeling.

"The mountains are heavy and the water is complex, there is no doubt about the road, and the willows are dark and the flowers are bright." This poem is used to describe the Tiantai Discovery·Art Home Stay is more appropriate. Hidden in the mountains between the Dazhuyuan Village, Shiliang Town, Tiantai County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province, this homestay attracts guests from all directions with its unique charm. I first knew this homestay by chance. During a trip, I met a passionate local who recommended this homestay to me, saying it was a "paradise in the mountains". Out of curiosity, I decided to experience it myself. When I first arrived at the homestay, I was deeply attracted by its simple and warm design. Each room is equipped with an independent courtyard and terrace, making people feel as if they are in the embrace of nature. The picturesque scenery of the four seasons is refreshing. The facilities and services of the homestay are also very complete. The guest rooms are equipped with high-quality bedding and toiletries, making the stay experience feel comfortable. In terms of catering, the local specialty farmhouse dishes provided by the homestay are delicious and nutritious. In addition, the homestay also has leisure and entertainment facilities such as tea rooms, book bars, and audio-visual rooms, making the time here relaxed and happy. Here, I also met many interesting people, tourists from all over the place, and local residents. We share travel stories together, appreciate beautiful scenery together, and enjoy the warmth and comfort brought by the homestay. The surrounding attractions are also very rich, such as Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area, Chicheng Mountain Scenic Area, Guoqing Temple, etc. The homestay is only a few kilometers away from these attractions, and the choice of travel routes is very convenient. This experience at Tiantai Discovery·Art Home Stay made me deeply feel the beauty and tranquility of nature, and also made me understand why the people here always smile and are full of enthusiasm. If you also like nature and a quiet life, then Tiantai Discovery·Art Home Stay will definitely be your ideal choice. Do you like this share? If you like it, please give me a like👍, follow me, and explore more beautiful worlds together!🌏🌳🏡

I cut the first branch of east wind, sit down and write a poem under the sparse shadows of half a curtain. No need for makeup or green eyes, I remember the time we met in Tiantai the most. Some people, some things, some places, once you meet them, you will never forget them, just like the Hoshinoya Resort Tiantaishan Jiazhu Hotel. Serve: I am actually particularly afraid of people being overly enthusiastic, but what matters here is the details. From the beginning, it was like the gurgling of water, slowly warming people's hearts, handing over warm towels and elegant fragrant tea. All you have to do is sit there throughout the whole process without even saying a few words, and then you can complete the check-in procedures. It is the favorite of people with social phobia. No need to say much, but everything is proactive, considerate and thoughtful. It is the highest level of service. The Yangyun Pond is often surrounded by clouds and mist, as if you are in a fairyland. You can come here at 8 o'clock in the morning to learn Ba Duan Jin from the master and cultivate your body and mind. You can go to the meditation room in the evening to practice Zen and enter the world of meditation. environment: A mountain is not famous for its height, but for the immortals living there. The hotel is quietly hidden in Yunjian, Shiliang Town, Tiantai Mountain, Taizhou, Zhejiang, at an altitude of about 800 meters. It is hidden among the mountains and is one with nature. It is worthy of being the source of Buddhism and Taoism, and a place with beautiful mountains and rivers. The outdoor courtyard is deep. Even if the sky is a little gloomy and there is occasional drizzle, the exquisite layout and ancient charm make people linger in it unconsciously. It has the style of dry landscape and the charm of small bridges and flowing water in the south of the Yangtze River. The interior lighting and shadows are also unique, with various corridors beautifully decorated, flower arrangements, and statues can be seen everywhere, creating a profound artistic conception. I love books the most. The bookstore here even has the Complete Library in Siku. Rooms: The furniture is Chinese style, simple and elegant. There are four treasures of the study, go, and incense. It is the best place to calm your mind, and it is also fun to play a few games of go with friends. The minibar in the room is filled with carefully selected drinks, which are available at your convenience. It has its own courtyard, which is great for drinking tea and chatting. gourmet food: There is afternoon tea and the food is excellent. play: If you stay for a few days, you can visit Guoqing Temple, Tongbai Palace, Tiantai Mountain Waterfall, Tongxuan Temple, and Shiliang Waterfall one by one. transportation: If you only stay in the hotel, it only takes more than 2 hours by high-speed rail from Shanghai, which is very convenient. If you want to travel further, it is recommended to drive to Tiantai Mountain by yourself.

Tiantai Mountain is very suitable for a short weekend trip from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai, it is relaxing and comfortable. Recommend restaurants and coffee shops I've eaten at 1. New Sunshine (local dishes, seafood, etc. are very cost-effective and taste good) 2. Earth stove (recommended fish head rice, Fenghua taro pot) 3. Yuqingzhai Main Store (local snacks, food rolls, wheat cakes, fermented rice wine eggs, etc.) 4. Sanmu and Food (simple meals and coffee, great views, fields and Sui Tower outside) 5. Miki Coffee (in the city, simple Japanese style, good coffee and desserts) As for Xide Coffee, the taste is just average. They may use cheap beans. They mainly sell syrup-flavored coffee, which is not cost-effective. Many uncles and aunts from Shanghai check in... In addition to Guoqing Temple, we also went to Tongbai Palace and Shiliangfei Waterfall. It took about 1-2 hours to visit each place, which was quite relaxing. Accommodation: Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel, recommended! The service details are in place, and there are activities such as lectures at Guoqing Temple in the morning, copying scriptures at noon, Yi Jin Jing and meditation in the evening. Weekend Store Visit

This is a lovely easy hike, around 2 hours from start to finish. The top of the hike is a glorious waterfall with a natural granite bridge that’s been carved out from centuries of water passing through. There is a nice, although newly “restored” temple at the top which has a gorgeous Japanese red maple blooming when we were there. Ancient arched bridges and big granite stepping stones across the water make this a majestic walk that transports you back in time. Tickets are 60rmb each and there weren’t many tourists around, so it was nice and quiet for us!

Nestled in the Tiantai Mountains this lovely Huading National Forest Park. You can drive through it, park and take some easy strolls into the mountainside. There is a lovely azalea terrace, some rice fields and a short walk up the mountain with some nice mountain views. There is a nice temple yet it’s not open to the public but has some of the oldest red spruce trees I’ve seen in China. The road to get there is a nice windy road with gorgeous vistas on either side. Looks like it would be beautiful in the winter full of snow. Would recommend hiring a car to get there as it’s off the beaten track. Tickets are 50rmb each – walks range at 1hour at the most and it’s an easy “hike”.

Earlier this year I went on a 2 day work trip to Zhejiang, Taizhou,Tiantai… had the most amazing time admiring the views from the mountains and glass bridge… it was all fun 🤩 #urbanexplorer #wintergetaway #naturalwonders #staycation

On the National Day, explore the mysteries of the Tiantai Mountain Zhongling. The Huading Mountain is beautiful and elegant, and the sea of clouds, sunrise, cuckoo and smog have their own wonderful features. They are also natural oxygen bar with rich vegetation and rich species. The stone beam waterfall is flowing all the year round, steep and magnificent, and the momentum is like thunder. It is refreshing and refreshing. The wonders of the Qiongtai Singu Valley, the loneness of the Taiwan, the majestic peaks, the beauty of the waterfall, and the beautifulness of the lake, Li Bais Dragon House Phoenix is not willing to live, flying to the sky is the right Its best portrayal. Longchuan Gorge, Hanshan Lake, Taoyuan Chunxiao and other landscapes are all wonderful.

Taizhou • Attractions: ◦ Sea Viewing: Shepan Island in Sanmen offers exploration of millennia-old quarry caves; Muqiao Beach is perfect for wading and capturing sunset shots; Daludao Island in Yuhuan features coastal forests and, with some luck, you can encounter the "blue tears" phenomenon; Jishan Island has colorful fishing villages ideal for photography; Qicai Xiaoruocun in Wenling boasts macaron-colored houses perfect for photos; Shitang Peninsula offers stone house homestays and cliffside sea views. ◦ Culture: The Taizhou Prefecture City Wall in Linhai provides a panoramic view of the ancient city; Ziyang Street offers seaweed cakes and other delicacies, along with occasional intangible cultural heritage performances; Donghu is a microcosm of Jiangnan gardens; Guoqing Temple in Tiantai is an ancient temple from the Sui Dynasty; Shiliang Waterfall features beautiful forest valleys; Tongbai Palace is the ancestral site of Southern Taoism; Shenxianju in Xianju, shrouded in mist, looks like a fairyland; Danzhu is great for water activities. ◦ Others: Changyu Dongtian offers a natural reverberation experience known as the "cave concert." • Food: ◦ Jiaojiang: Breakfast options include Zhangyuan steamed rice and Zhanji egg pancakes; for main meals, try the old street stalls and Hehe Dayuan; for late-night snacks, visit Pingqiao Snack Street and Taowang Market for local specialties. ◦ Luqiao: The ten-li long street offers ginger walnut stewed eggs and pickled shrimp worth trying; Zhongsheng Night Market features trendy fried dough sticks wrapped with glutinous rice cakes. ◦ Huangyan: Recommended dishes include Ningxi wheat shrimp and sweet potato rice cakes; during the Dragon Boat Festival, special foods like rice cake tubes and black rice glutinous cakes are available. • Transportation and Accommodation: High-speed trains directly reach "Taizhou Station" (Jiaojiang) or "Linhai Station." Attractions are scattered, so renting a car or hiring a driver is recommended. Accommodation is best chosen in Linhai for convenient transportation. Shaoxing • Must-visit Attractions: Lu Xun's Former Residence Scenic Area (explore anecdotes from Lu Xun's childhood), Shenyuan Garden (where Lu You met Tang Wan), Shaoxing Keyan Scenic Area (experience the charm of Luzhen). • Family-friendly Attractions: Shaoxing Wupeng Boat tours to experience water town features; Wuxie Scenic Area to see majestic waterfalls; Shusheng's Former Residence to feel the style of Ming and Qing dynasty old streets. • Free Attractions: Lu Xun's Former Residence Scenic Area, Anchang Ancient Town (taste sausages and soy sauce featured on "A Bite of China"), Shaoxing Lu Xun's Former Residence. • Accommodation: Luxury options include Shaoxing Lanting Pushen Hotel; family-friendly choices include Shaoxing Oriental Landscape Jinsha Hotel; for scenic views, stay at Shaoxing Fuyue Wyndham Hotel. • Food: Local flavors include Xunbao Ji Shaoxing cuisine, Kong Yiji Restaurant, Shaoxing Xianheng Grand Hotel Chinese Restaurant; specialty snacks include Huijingxuan Duanyun Youmeng (yellow wine products), Tongxinlou (pan-fried buns), Luji Xiaoxian crispy chicken and baked cakes; luxury dining options include Lanting Pushen Hotel's Shenlu Restaurant. • Nearby: You can visit Shanghai Disney Resort, West Lake Scenic Area, The Bund, and more. Quanzhou • Must-visit Attractions: Qingyuan Mountain (one of Quanzhou's eighteen scenic spots), Kaiyuan Temple (a thousand-year-old temple), Quanzhou West Street Puppet Show (experience national intangible cultural heritage). • Family-friendly Attractions: Besides Kaiyuan Temple and West Street Puppet Show, visit Nanshaolin Temple for martial arts performances. • Free Attractions: Kaiyuan Temple, West Street (preserving many historic buildings), Nanshaolin Temple. • Accommodation: Luxury options include Quanzhou Qixu Bell Tower Hotel (view East and West Twin Towers), Quanzhou Taihe Intercontinental Hotel (overlooking Jinjiang scenery), Quanzhou Binjiang Crowne Plaza Hotel (enjoy Minnan landscape); for scenic views, choose Taihe Intercontinental or Qixu Bell Tower Hotel; for local flavor, stay at Quanzhou Hotel. • Food: Local specialties include Sidan Ginger Duck, Linjia Minnan Cuisine, Jinpo Old Brand Ginger Duck; specialty snacks include Hou A Po roasted meat rice dumplings, Yuanbao Taiwanese snacks, Lanshi Bell Tower rice dumplings; luxury restaurants include Nawan French Cuisine and Jiu Le Japanese Restaurant. • Nearby: You can visit Gulangyu Island, Xiamen Botanical Garden, Zhonggu Cableway, and more. Jinzhong • Must-visit Attractions: Pingyao Ancient City (rich in history and culture, experience Jin merchants' culture), Wang Family Courtyard (a large residential complex), Qiao Family Courtyard (unique architectural style), Mianshan Mountain (combines natural scenery and cultural sites), Zhangbi Ancient Fortress (ancient military fortress with unique tunnel system), Shuanglin Temple (famous for polychrome sculptures), Zhenguo Temple (a temple from the Five Dynasties Northern Han period), Yuci Old Town (ancient city district), Hongya Canyon (beautiful natural scenery), Hougou Ancient Village (showcasing ancient village style). Yanji • Family-friendly Attractions: Yanji Dinosaur Kingdom, Mao'er Mountain National Forest Park (hike to the summit for panoramic views), Yanji City History and Culture Museum. • Flower Viewing and Outings: Mao'er Mountain National Forest Park, People's Park (a century-old urban leisure park). • Free Attractions: Mao'er Mountain National Forest Park, People's Park, Yanji Bridge (charming night views). • Accommodation: Luxury options include Yanji Hongju Hotel (near the popular mural wall), Yanji Huayi Kairos Hotel (high-rise city views), Yanji Yanbian Hotel (Korean Ethnic Folk Garden branch); for local flavor, choose Yanbian Wulijia Huansen Homestay (Korean Ethnic Folk Garden branch). • Food: Local flavors include Xingdou Restaurant, Quanzhou Bibimbap, Jindalai Cold Noodles; recommended bars include July Lounge Whiskey Cocktail Bar, Zuixiang Huotang Folk Music Tavern. • Nearby: You can visit Changbai Mountain Scenic Area (view Tianchi Lake and other natural wonders), Jingpo Lake Scenic Area (high mountain barrier lake), Liuding Mountain Cultural Tourism Area, and more. Chongqing • Must-visit Attractions: Wulong Tiankeng Three Bridges (movie filming location), Yangtze River Cableway (overlook mountain city views), Chongqing Zoo (see rare animals). • Recently Popular: Heishangu Scenic Area (natural oxygen bar), Chongqing Shibatian Traditional Style Area, Chongqing Guanghuan Shopping Park Indoor Botanical Garden "Muguang Forest." • Free Attractions: Ciqikou Ancient Town (experience ancient town charm), Hongyadong Folk Style Area (enjoy Bayu-style stilt houses and river views), Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street (bustling commercial district). • Accommodation: Luxury options include Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel (view the confluence of two rivers), Chongqing Regent Hotel (enjoy Jialing River and other night views), Chongqing Niyigelu Hotel; family-friendly options include Ascott Raffles Serviced Apartments; for scenic views, stay at Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel, Chongqing Ritz-Carlton Hotel, and more. • Food: Local flavors include Yangji Longfu, Mafangwan No. 66 Jianghu Cuisine, Shancheng Laotangkou 1636 Chongqing Old Dishes; specialty snacks recommended are Jiujiu Douhua Restaurant, Laoma Chao Shou Chongqing Noodles, Shibatian Dengdeng Noodles; luxury dining includes Yanshe Hotpot Cuisine, Yutu Cultural Restaurant. • Nearby: You can visit Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, Sanxingdui Museum, Du Fu Thatched Cottage, and more.

As the car winds up the mountain road, the mist parts to reveal a courtyard of dark tiles and white walls nestled atop the peak—like stepping into an ink-wash painting forgotten by time. This is Hoshino Resorts' first secluded retreat in mainland China, perched 800 meters above sea level where even the air carries the crisp fragrance of wild herbs. ❶ Sanctuary for the Senses Step inside, and floor-to-ceiling windows frame the misty peaks like living oil paintings. Linen meditation robes lie folded by the bed, while inkstones and brushes await at the desk—each room embodies "purification of the senses," with warm lighting and raw wood dissolving worldly distractions. Wrapped in a shawl by the window, you might suddenly hear mountain temple bells resonating in your heart. ❷ Zen on the Plate The restaurant is an unexpected delight! The chef weaves Huaiyang cuisine’s elegance with Japanese aesthetics: Tiantaishan’s misty tea transforms into the bittersweet dessert "Bamboo Melody After Rain," while handmade soba noodles in lacquer bowls taste like gifts from the wilderness. A morning bowl of miso soup might just transport you to Kyoto’s Arashiyama. ③ Mountain-Time Rhythm At dawn, practice tai chi with the master as pine needles brush your shoulders; by night, meditate to flickering candlelight, your heartbeat syncing with the stream below. Photographer Tang’s lens captured it best—our silhouettes by the koi pond, dappled sunlight on mossy stones—proving his shots grasp "eternity in the moment" better than any filter. ④ Warmer Than Hot Springs On our rainy departure, the front desk staff chased us to the garage with bamboo umbrellas: "The road’s slippery—please go slow." Their handles still held her warmth. Gazing back at the eaves in the drizzle, I finally understood Hoshino’s true luxury—not the price tag, but the tenderness that disarms your soul. > Three days later, my clothes still smell of tea. > True "seclusion" isn’t escaping the world— > it’s learning to hear your own soul echo.

Perfect for family trips! Below is a comprehensive travel guide to Taizhou, covering its natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and unique experiences for your reference. --- ### **Taizhou Travel Guide: A City of Mountains and Seas, Poetic Living** Located on the southeastern coast of Zhejiang, Taizhou is a city blessed with both majestic mountains and stunning seas. It boasts breathtaking natural scenery, profound historical culture, and mouthwatering seafood. Whether you love nature, ancient relics, or culinary adventures, Taizhou has it all! --- **🌄 Natural Landscapes** 1. **Tiantai Mountain** - **Why Visit**: A national 5A-level scenic area and the birthplace of the Tiantai sect of Buddhism, renowned for its "divine landscapes." - **Must-See**: Guoqing Temple (a millennium-old monastery), Shiliang Waterfall (a natural wonder), and Qiongtai Immortal Valley (a hidden canyon). - **Tips**: Ideal for hiking enthusiasts; best visited in spring, summer, or autumn. 2. **Shenxianju (Immortal Abode)** - **Why Visit**: Famous for its "sea of clouds, peculiar peaks, and cascading waterfalls," it feels like a fairyland. - **Must-See**: Guanyin Peak, Ruyi Bridge, and the Nantian Glass Viewing Platform. - **Tips**: Take the cable car to save energy; misty days enhance its mystical charm. 3. **Dachen Island** - **Why Visit**: The "Pearl of the East China Sea," with azure waters, blue skies, and a strong fishing village vibe. - **Must-See**: Jiawu Rock (cliffside sea views), the Reclamation Monument (historical site), and beach strolls. - **Tips**: Take a ferry from Jiaojiang's No. 7 Pier; perfect for a 2-day, 1-night getaway. 4. **Changyu Cave** - **Why Visit**: A world-class artificial quarry site with awe-inspiring cave wonders. - **Must-See**: Guanxi Cave, Shuiyun Cave, and the Cave Concert Hall. - **Tips**: Cool inside, great for summer escapes. --- **🏯 Cultural Heritage** 1. **Linhai Ancient City** - **Why Visit**: The preserved Ming-Qing era old streets and city walls of Taizhou's former capital. - **Must-See**: Ziyang Ancient Street (food hub), Jiangnan Great Wall (Taizhou's "Badaling"), and Longxing Temple. - **Tips**: The city lights up beautifully at night. 2. **Guoqing Temple** - **Why Visit**: A serene Sui Dynasty temple, the ancestral home of Tiantai Buddhism. - **Must-See**: Sui Pagoda, thousand-year-old plum trees, and temple vegetarian meals. - **Tips**: Free entry; perfect for quiet reflection. 3. **Wenling Shitang** - **Why Visit**: A colorful fishing village, the first place in mainland China to greet the sunrise. - **Must-See**: Xiaoluo Village (colorful houses), Millennium Sunrise Park, and the coastal greenway. - **Tips**: Sunrise is especially romantic; great for photos. --- **🍜 Food Experiences** Taizhou is a "seafood paradise" and "snack kingdom." Don’t miss: - **Seafood**: Sanmen blue crabs, Dachen yellow croaker, and "tofu fish" (water shrimp). - **Snacks**: Egg white puff pastries, stuffed rice cakes, ginger noodle soup, wheat shrimp, and seaweed cakes. - **Recommended Spots**: Jiaojiang Garden Market, Linhai Ziyang Ancient Street, Luqiao Ten-Mile Long Street. --- **📌 Itinerary Suggestions** - **2-Day, 1-Night Classic Trip**: Day 1: Tiantai Mountain (Guoqing Temple + Shiliang Waterfall) → Linhai Ancient City (night stroll on Ziyang Street) Day 2: Shenxianju (hiking and views) - **3-Day, 2-Night In-Depth Trip**: Day 1: Tiantai Mountain → Guoqing Temple Day 2: Shenxianju → Wenling Shitang Day 3: Dachen Island (island relaxation) --- **🚗 Transportation Guide** - **High-Speed Rail**: ~1.5 hours from Hangzhou, ~2.5 hours from Shanghai. - **Driving**: Scenic spots are spread out; driving is more convenient (e.g., to Shenxianju or Shitang). - **Island Transport**: Ferries to Dachen Island; check schedules in advance. --- **💡 Travel Tips** - Taizhou’s mountainous and coastal weather is unpredictable; pack windproof jackets and sunscreen. - Popular spots (e.g., Shenxianju) get crowded during holidays; visit off-peak if possible. - Seafood is fresh but cooling; pair with ginger tea to warm up. --- Taizhou is a city worth savoring slowly—whether you're hiking, exploring ancient temples, or enjoying sea breezes and seafood, its unique charm will captivate you!

If there's a place where time slows down, it must be Tiantai in Taizhou, especially the Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel next to Guoqing Temple—a true oasis in the bustling world. 🌳 Hotel Location: Located within the Guoqing Temple scenic area, just a few hundred meters' walk from the thousand-year-old Guoqing Temple. Nearby attractions like Qiongtai Immortal Valley and Shiliang Waterfall make it easy to embark on a poetic journey. 🏡 Hotel Ambiance: The hotel features a modern Chinese style infused with Zen aesthetics. The lobby is elegantly designed with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the lush mountains and trees outside like a natural ink painting. Zen-inspired decor is everywhere, from tile accent walls to Guoqing Temple photo art, creating a serene and beautiful atmosphere. The courtyard even has a plum tree descended from the thousand-year-old Sui plum tree of Guoqing Temple, adding a touch of ancient charm with its delicate fragrance. 🛏️ Room Experience: The hotel offers three room types—Lushe, Luju, and Luting—totaling 80 rooms. The interiors blend light wood tones with modern Chinese furniture and semi-transparent screens, stylish yet cozy. Beds are equipped with Slumberland mattresses from the Hilding Anders Group for a restful sleep. Guests enjoy butler service, welcome fruits, handwritten notes, complimentary mini-bar soft drinks, and even a sweet bedtime treat—thoughtful touches all around. 🍱 Dining Recommendations: The Shuangta Hui Restaurant on the 3rd floor serves both Chinese and Western breakfast options, featuring local specialties like shrimp and pickled vegetable noodles or jiaobingtong (stuffed pancakes), as well as Western sandwiches. Private dining rooms Chichenju and Guoqingju offer exquisite local dishes, with must-tries like tea-scented pork and sand garlic bean noodles—all made with fresh, authentic ingredients. 🎡 Unique Activities: The pastoral study hall hosts occasional Zen meditation and scripture-copying sessions, sometimes with lectures by masters from ancient temples. Daily activities include Yijinjing (tendon-changing exercises) and meditation at 7-8 PM, plus free guided tours of Guoqing Temple at 8:30 AM for deeper cultural insights. 🚗 Transportation: Just 2 hours by high-speed rail from Shanghai to Tiantai Mountain Station, or about 3 hours by car—very convenient. Come to Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel, unwind amid mountain-water Zen vibes, and savor a tranquil, beautiful getaway 💕

🌊 **3 Days & 2 Nights In-Depth Taizhou Guide | Mountain-Sea City · Buddhist Origins · Culinary Feast** --- **📅 Itinerary Overview** **Theme**: Mountain-sea wonders + Cultural heritage + Seafood delicacies **Best Season**: April-October (summer retreat & sea views), November (tangerine harvest season) **Transport Tips**: - ✈️ Direct flights to Taizhou Luqiao Airport - 🚄 High-speed rail to Taizhou Station/Linhai Station - 🚗 Recommended self-drive (scattered attractions, mountainous roads) --- 🌄 **Day 1**: Linhai Ancient City + Jiangnan Great Wall **Morning**: 📍 **Taizhou Ancient City Wall (Jiangnan Great Wall)** ("Southern China's Badaling", ¥60 ticket) 📍 **Ziyang Ancient Street** (Tang-Song era old street, must-try: seaweed cakes, egg white "lamb tail" pastries) **Noon**: 🍜 **Food Recommendations**: - Xin Rong Ji (flagship store! try sea anemone bean noodles, golden beltfish) - Baitaqiao Restaurant (wheat shrimp, flat dumplings) **Afternoon**: 🏯 **Longxing Temple** (origin of Japanese Tendai Buddhism, millennium-old temple) 🚣 **Linghu Lake Boating** (or Donghu Garden, Jiangnan-style scenery) **Evening**: 🌃 **Stay in Linhai** (recommend Yufengli Boutique Hotel/historic wall-side hotels) --- **⛰️ Day 2: Tiantai Mountain Buddhist & Taoist Culture Route** **Morning**: 📍 **Guoqing Temple** (Sui Dynasty temple, free entry! Must-see 1,400-year-old Sui plum tree) 📍 **Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall** ("China's Tallest Waterfall", ¥100 ticket) **Noon**: 🍲 **Food Recommendations**: - Tiantai rolled pancakes, hulatai (try at Tuzhaotou Farmhouse) - Temple vegetarian meals (advance booking required) **Afternoon**: 🕍 **Tongbai Palace** (Southern Taoism ancestral temple) or 🌿 **Shiliang Waterfall** (starting point of Xu Xiake's travelogue) **Evening**: 🌌 **Stay at Tiantai Mountain** (recommend Lushan Tiantai/Hot Spring Hotels) --- 🌊 **Day 3: Wenling Shitang/Sanmen Bay Seafood** **Option A: Wenling Coastline** - 🌅 **Millennium Sunrise Park** (first sunlight of new millennium in mainland China) - 🏖️ **Dongxia Beach/Golden Beach** (blue tears season May-August) - 🎨 **Colorful Xiaolu Village** (pastel fishing village, Instagram spot) - 🦞 **Lunch**: Shitang seafood (try small-net seafood, clams, octopus) **Option B: Sanmen Bay Gourmet Tour** - 🦀 **Shepan Island** (pirate caves + blue crab feast) - 🏮 **Dongping Ancient Village** (Ming-Qing architecture complex) - 🍴 **Lunch**: Tingpang Town (Sanmen blue crabs, jumping fish) **Must-buy Souvenirs**: 🎁 Linhai honey tangerines, Yongquan mandarins (Oct-Dec), Songmen dried white fish --- ⚠️ **Tips to Avoid Pitfalls** 1️⃣ Attractions are scattered—plan by area: "Linhai-Tiantai-Wenling" 2️⃣ Confirm seafood prices; opt for farmed seafood during fishing ban (May-Aug) 3️⃣ Guoqing Temple doesn't charge incense fees—beware of fake monks soliciting donations --- 🏡 **Accommodation Picks** - Culture lovers: Yufengli Boutique Hotel (renovated heritage house) - Island chasers: Wenling Qiheng Shishe (Shitang sea-view) - Zen seekers: Tiantai He Hotel (meditative design)

- Attractions recommendation: Guoqing Temple, an ancient temple from the Sui Dynasty featuring Sui-era plum blossoms and pagoda, offers free admission. Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall, with a drop of 325 meters, is known as "China's Highest Waterfall" and often displays rainbows on sunny days. Qiongtai Immortal Valley, with its granite peaks, is a fairyland-like canyon. - Food recommendations: Tiantai flat dumplings, a local specialty pasta with rich fillings; Hulatai, similar to thin pancakes with various toppings; Jiaobingtong, where fillings are wrapped in thin pancakes and then fried. - Accommodation options: Stay near Guoqing Temple, such as the Maitian Yaduo Hotel, for convenient access. Alternatively, choose downtown hotels with better transportation, shopping, and dining facilities. - Itinerary planning: For a 1-day trip, explore Tiantai Mountain's highlights: Guoqing Temple → Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall → Qiongtai Immortal Valley → Shifeng Lake night tour. For a 2-day trip, enjoy a mix of nature and culture: Day 1 - Guoqing Temple → Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall → Poetry Road Cultural Digital Museum → Zhexi Old Street; Day 2 - Huading National Forest Park → Tongbai Palace.

Walking into Guoqing Temple in Tiantai County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province, it feels like traveling through time and space and finding yourself in a thousand-year-old temple filled with Zen atmosphere. Guoqing Temple was first built in the Sui Dynasty and is the birthplace of Tiantai Sect. In the temple, there are towering ancient trees and Sui plum blossoms still blooming with fragrance. History and nature blend into poetry. The buildings in the temple are arranged layer by layer along the mountainside. From the mountain gate, Yuhua Hall to the Main Hall, every step is a display of the aesthetics of ancient buildings. Between the morning bells and evening drums, the monks practice peacefully, and visitors can sit quietly in the Yuleguo courtyard and feel the tranquility of the soul. With its pious and peaceful atmosphere, it is an ideal place to escape from the hustle and bustle and find inner peace. 📿🌲 📍Address: Guoqing Scenic Area, Tiantai County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province 🗓️Itinerary: You can park at the parking lot at the foot of the mountain, about 20 RMB a day #Guoqing Temple #Tiantai Mountain #Millennium Temple #Zen Travel #Must-visit Taizhou

Want to visit Dali to see Erhai Lake but worry about a bad experience? After reading countless guides, still don’t know how to choose❓ Don’t worry, dear! Come to this seaview hotel, and all those troubles will be solved. While others struggle to find the perfect angle to see Erhai Lake, here you can open your eyes, lean on the railing, or take a stroll—anytime, anywhere, you can fully enjoy the beautiful scenery of Erhai Lake. Saying it exclusively offers 99 ways to see Erhai Lake is really no exaggeration!!! ✨【Open the Door and You’re at Erhai Lake】 You must stay once in a seaside room in Shuanglang! Wake up kissed by the shimmering waves in the early morning🌅, sink into the clouds for afternoon tea☁️, watch the sunset dye Cangshan Mountain pink and gold in the evening, and lie in bed enjoying a private 180° sea view—this is the right way to experience Dali’s slow life! 🏡【Live in the Designer’s White Moonlight】 ▫️Floor-to-ceiling windows with zero distance to Erhai Lake🪟, 🏠room design is super thoughtful, with large floor-to-ceiling windows that fully showcase the Erhai Lake scenery. Lying in bed🛏️, you feel as if you are one with Erhai Lake. The room facilities are also very high-end, with attention to detail everywhere, revealing the hotel’s quality and care💕. 🌙【Immersive Seaview Experience】 ✔️Soak in the seaside bathtub while counting stars ✔️Butlers deliver breakfast to your room ✔️Goodnight sweet soup + customized travel guide Detail lovers will be thrilled! Even the hairdryer is Dyson Truly blending romance into every moment～ 💡【Travel Tips】 ❶ Be sure to book the 【180° Seaview Room】! Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows + private terrace, covering the entire Erhai Lake ❷ The light is softest from 4 to 6 pm, and the reflection on the water platform is breathtaking ❸ 5-minute walk to Shuanglang Ancient Town, very close to Yang Liping’s Sun Palace ❹ Off-season price is around 700+ per person, much better value than popular homestays! 📍Location: Mangshu · Taotang Hill Seaview Hotel (Dali Erhai Branch) —Stay in Shuanglang Ancient Town Scenic Area, very convenient for nearby travel 💌 Having stayed in more than ten homestays around Erhai Lake, this one truly perfects the experience of "living in the scenery"! Sisters, save this romantic spot and tag your travel buddy to come see the lake～ Friendly reminder🔔 Since spring in Dali is dry, be sure to bring skincare products and body lotion🧴; UV rays are strong, so pay attention to sun protection; even though it’s spring, the temperature difference between day and night is large, so dress accordingly👔. Before departure🛫, make sure to plan well, keep a calm mindset for your trip🧳, experience the local customs, and enjoy the best of Dali’s spring scenery. The weather has been changeable lately😖, so check the weather forecast in advance☀️.

Sisters, check this out! Just returned from Taizhou with my little one Discovered this hidden gem in Zhejiang that's absolutely magical 🤯 Feed koi fish at thousand-year-old temples 🐟 Touch rainbows by cliffside waterfalls 🌈 Best part? Prices so low they'll make you cry❗️ My kid said it's more fun than Universal Studios (exact words!) Local-approved secret guide below 👇 🚗【2-Day Chill Itinerary】 Day1: Guoqing Temple → Hanyan → Mingyan Ancient Temple Day2: Shiliang Waterfall → Zhexu Old Street 🏯【Kid-Approved Secret Spots】 ✔️Guoqing Temple is a MUST! Free! Free! Free! Say it three times 🎉 Feed chubby koi under the Sui Dynasty Pagoda 🐠 ¥2 fish food attracts hundreds of fish The Buddhist artifacts shop is incredible Get a lotus bracelet for ¥10 Monks will bless your child 🙏 ✔️Shiliang Waterfall is legendary! Hold hands crossing slippery stone paths Suddenly a waterfall crashes down from giant boulders 💦 Mist instantly cools you by 10°C Kids think they've entered Monkey King's cave 🐒 ✔️Hanyan treasure hunt = abs workout! ¥30 ticket starts the "find turtle & snake" game When sunset paints rocks gold-red Jump for silhouette photos at "Hanyan Sunset" 🤣 🍜【Foodie Heaven】 ✅Guoqing vegetarian meal: ¥2 all-you-can-eat! Mushroom tofu to die for ✅Tiantai jiaobingtong: ¥5! Stuffed with pork belly & veggies ✅Hulatai: ¥3! Crispy potato pancake rolls ✅Old street plum cakes: ¥2! Oozing red bean filling 👅 🏡【Stay in a Tang Poem】 Lujing Tiantai Resort is perfect! Tang-style courtyard next to Guoqing Temple 🏮 Family rooms with tatami & calligraphy sets Copy Buddhist scriptures with kids at night 📜 Morning hanfu photos under Sui Dynasty plum blossoms 🌸 Free plant-dyeing activity included Turn kids' shirts into indigo masterpieces 🎨【Cultural Easter Eggs】 ✔️Mingyan Temple treasure hunt: ¥5 to find "mantis fishing toad" rock ✔️Zhexu Old Street stamp collection: 15 free specialty stamps ✔️Hanshanzi poetry class: Learn "Misty Cold Mountain Path" at homestays ⚠️【Pro Tips】 1️⃣Arrive at Guoqing Temple by 8am! Get Sui Pagoda photos without crowds 2️⃣Bring mosquito repellent to Hanyan! Cave entrance swarms are brutal 🦟 3️⃣Wear water shoes at Shiliang! Mossy paths are slippery 4️⃣Buy "Tiantai Cloud Tea" as souvenir 🍵 Don't get fooled by fancy packaging 5️⃣Reserve scripture copying at Lujing! Limited to 20 daily My kid hugged his messy tie-dye shirt all the way home This magical, wild yet affordable paradise Might get overcrowded next year 😭 Before tour groups discover it Take your kids to live like Tang Dynasty immortals for two days!

First Impressions As the first Hoshino Resorts property in mainland China, Hoshino Resorts KAI Tiantai opened in 2021. Nestled at an altitude of 800 meters in Shiliang Town, Zhejiang’s Tiantai Mountain, it blends seamlessly into the natural surroundings with understated elegance. The mountain road is adorned with blooming Litsea cubeba, adding a splash of color to the journey. Upon arrival, the hotel’s unique design immediately stands out. It features separate reception and lobby areas, offering a private space for check-in. Stepping through the entrance feels like leaving the mundane world behind. Staff at the reception converse in Japanese and the soft local dialect, while refreshing wagashi (Japanese sweets) and tea are served to ease travel fatigue. Room Ambiance Each guestroom embodies the Zen concept of "purifying the six senses," free from excessive details or bold colors, allowing guests to unwind from daily stresses and rejuvenate amidst history and nature. The rooms are tranquil and comfortable, with floor-to-ceiling windows, elegant Chinese-style furniture, and warm lighting that promotes relaxation. Pre-placed on the bed are handmade ramie homewear (a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage item), along with matching shoes and soft socks, showcasing thoughtful attention to detail. Zen Activities Morning Baduanjin: In the morning, I changed into the hotel-provided meditation attire and joined the Baduanjin session. By the Yangyun Pool, where the sky meets the water, I overlooked the rolling mountains and followed the instructor’s rhythm. The fresh air and serene environment immersed me fully, energizing and calming me for the day ahead. Evening Zen Meditation: At night, I participated in a Zen meditation session in a tranquil setting. Closing my eyes, I let go of distractions, focused on my breath, and embraced inner peace. This return to the natural rhythm of "rising with the sun and resting at sunset" revitalized both body and mind through ancient timekeeping practices. Trip to Guoqing Temple Itinerary The hotel’s prime location makes Guoqing Temple easily accessible, with a 20–30 minute drive. The hotel also arranges transportation for guests. The winding mountain road offers scenic views, and the temple is reached swiftly. Impressions of Guoqing Temple Guoqing Temple is the birthplace of the Tiantai School, the earliest Buddhist sect in China, founded here during the Sui Dynasty. The renowned monk Jianzhen visited before his voyage to Japan, where he later established the Japanese Tiantai School. Thus, Guoqing Temple is revered as the ancestral temple by Japanese Buddhists. The temple’s architecture is simple yet majestic, with a solemn atmosphere and bustling incense offerings. Strolling through, one can feel the weight of its millennia-old history and the profundity of Buddhist culture. Other Hotel Experiences Culinary Delights Breakfast: Guests can select their breakfast the day before, choosing from Chinese, Japanese, or Western set menus. A semi-buffet station offers fruits, vegetables, mains, and desserts to cater to all tastes. Signature Dish: The Chinese restaurant’s sand garlic bean noodles are a must-try, delicious enough to order every meal. Leisure Activities Tea Lounge and Library: The lobby lounge provides panoramic mountain views and all-day tea service. The library houses over 1,500 volumes of the Siku Quanshu, perfect for cultural immersion during downtime. Photo Experience: The hotel offers complimentary photoshoots. Dressing in traditional attire transports you back in time, with meticulous makeup and photography creating unforgettable memories. This stay at Hoshino Resorts KAI Tiantai, combining Zen practices and a visit to Guoqing Temple, was profoundly rewarding. The hotel’s exceptional service, unique design, and diverse activities allowed me to unwind in nature and culture, while the temple’s deep history and spiritual heritage cleansed my soul. An unforgettable journey—I eagerly await my next visit.

Hey everyone! Nestled in the arms of Tiantai Mountain in Taizhou, I discovered a secret garden that makes people's hearts flutter—Shan Yi Homestay. It's simply the perfect haven to escape the hustle and bustle of the city! The homestay is located next to the Tourist Distribution Center of Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area in Taizhou, with picturesque scenery, backed by mountains and facing water, like a moving landscape painting. Here, you can easily integrate into the embrace of nature and feel the magnificence and mystery of Tiantai Mountain. Walking into Shan Yi Homestay is like stepping into a warm home. The rooms are spacious and bright, and the beds are soft and comfortable. Every time you open the window, you can see the lush greenery outside, which instantly relaxes you. The homestay also strives for perfection in facilities and services. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom and disposable supplies to ensure your stay is hygienic and convenient. Moreover, the homestay has an independent courtyard where you can leisurely enjoy the outdoor time and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature in your spare time. Every morning, the landlady will prepare a hearty breakfast, including not only traditional Tiantai Mountain snacks, but also freshly baked potato cakes. The fragrant smell is enough to awaken the taste buds of the whole family. Starting from the homestay, you can walk for a few minutes to reach Guoqing Temple and feel the solemnity of the ancient temple for thousands of years. Tiantai Mountain Waterfall and Qiongtai Fairy Valley, not far from the homestay, are the best places to get close to nature. The sound of water is gurgling, and the air is fresh, making people linger. If you plan to travel to Tiantai Mountain, you may wish to choose Shan Yi Homestay as your base. Here, you can not only enjoy the warmth of home, but also appreciate the unique natural and cultural landscape of Tiantai Mountain. I hope you can leave good memories every day in Tiantai Mountain. 🏠Shan Yi Homestay (Taizhou Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area Branch) [RoundNails]No. 82, Xitang Group, Dongsheng Village, Chicheng Street, Taizhou

### **Wulian Moyun Valley: A Poetic Residence in the Clouds** Deep in the mountains of Wulian, Shandong, lies a secret realm favored by clouds and mist: **Moyun Valley**. With its verdant mountains, rolling sea of clouds, and babbling streams, it is like a traditional Chinese painting hand-drawn by nature. Strolling through it, every step is a line of poetry, and every glance is into a wonderland. **🌿 Cloud Sea Pastoral, Like Entering a Fairyland** The most touching thing about Moyun Valley is the origin of its name: the clouds and mist here are like flocks of sheep being herded, leisurely wandering between the valleys. In the morning, a thin mist rises from the bottom of the valley, entwining the verdant mountains and forests; in the evening, the sunset dyes the sea of clouds red, like a heavenly palace. Standing on the **Cloud Viewing Platform**, watching the clouds rise and fall, it feels like you can touch the sky with your hand. **💦 Flying Waterfall and Flowing Spring, Clear Sound to Wash the Heart** Hidden in the valley are several waterfalls, the most spectacular of which is the **Seven-Tiered Waterfall**. The water flows down from the cliff, cascading down layer by layer, like a silver chain hanging in the air. Standing in front of the waterfall, the water mist hits your face, the coolness is refreshing, and the symphony of nature is in your ears, making you forget the hustle and bustle of the world. **🌲 Ancient Wood Secluded Path, Forest Breathing Tour** Walking along the bluestone path, ancient trees tower on both sides, vines hang down, and sunlight shines through the branches and leaves, casting mottled light and shadows. Take a deep breath, full of the fragrance of plants. This is a natural **forest oxygen bar**, and every step makes you feel refreshed. **🏡 Mountain Residence for a Nap, Sleep with Clouds as Your Pillow** If you want to truly integrate into this landscape, you may want to stay in the **Cloud Homestay** in the valley. Open the window to see the mountains, accompanied by the starry sky at night, and when you wake up in the morning, the clouds and mist flood the window lattices, as if living in the clouds. A pot of tea and a book are the most pleasant time. --- **📍 Travel Tips** - **Best Season**: Spring and summer are full of greenery, autumn is full of colorful forests, and the sea of clouds is even more dreamy in winter. - **Must-Visit Spots**: Cloud Viewing Platform, Seven-Tiered Waterfall, Moyun Valley, Starry Sky Camping Area. - **Featured Experiences**: Mountain hiking, waterfall photography, starry sky camping, tasting Yunwu tea. **🌄 Wulian Moyun Valley is not just a trip, but a dream of talking with the clouds.** **When you come, the wind will stop, and the clouds will wait.**

Taizhou Two Days and One Night ✅ A small town that needs to bring stomach-healthy digestive tablets ✅ Day 1: Day trip by the sea 🚶citywalk: Hotel Collection - Donghu - Taizhou Fucheng - Yaoxin Hotel - Ziyang Street Day2: Rooftop day trip 🗺️ Linhai - Wisdom Tower Courtyard Suzai - Guoqing Temple - Rooftop Museum - Jigong Culture Exhibition Hall (Specifically discussed in the next article                  —— 🏨About accommodation Loved the hotel I stayed at this time 📍Location On the edge of East Lake, near Chonghe Gate There are several cheap cheongsam shops of the same style in Suzhou in the back streets of Dongmen Several specialty snacks in the collection are within a radius of 100 meters 📍Facilities Room, bedding very new and clean There are common areas on the first and top floors Especially like the top floor, overlooking the East Lake, full of new green 📍Service Each room is equipped with afternoon tea Bath bath sets and bath salts are provided Exquisite nine-square grid breakfast You can also help buy 99 seaweed cakes It's too time-saving and labor-saving to avoid queuing                  —— 🍃About the attractions 🌟East Lake The pavilions, pavilions and lakes complement each other, the water view of the south of the Yangtze River, the Chinese style is very popular 🌟Taizhou Fucheng Yongshengmen - Baiyun Tower - Chenghuang Temple - Wangtiantai - Chaotianmen - Zhuangyuandi - Wen Temple Climb to the top and overlook the whole East Lake Quite expensive, takes 2h, easy tour do not go up the city wall 🥹 🌟 Ziyang Street Eat delicious food while walking around humanities Exhibition Hall of the former Taizhou Branch of the People's Bank of China Zhu Ziqing Memorial Hall Taizhou City Wall Museum Longxing Temple 🎆 Don’t miss Ziyang Street at night Modern drama performance of Zhu Ziqing's prose Neighborhood melodrama performances learn about Taizhou The downstairs of the city is full of relaxing street playing and singing                  —— 🌸Ziyang Street Food 1️⃣ Old Town Lane Chinese cabbage paste, herb paste, black rice and sweet rice dumplings 2️⃣Aunt Wang’s plum blossom cake Crispy on the outside and glutinous on the inside, with the aroma of wine 3️⃣ Lee's bubble shrimp It looks like fried dumplings, with shrimp and meat added inside It tastes good with vinegar, but it will be greasy if you don't 4️⃣ Wang Tianshun Seaweed Cake 5️⃣ Ninety-nine seaweed cake I prefer ninety-nine in comparison The seaweed flavor is richer and the crust is more crispy Wang Tianshun is a bit sweet, with less seaweed fiber 6️⃣ Ziyang beef wheat shrimp Must eat! The wheat shrimp has a bit of glutinous texture The soup was fresh, with plenty of beef and shrimp 7️⃣Egg white sheep tail Taizhou version of Xueyi bean paste The egg white on the outside is tender and delicious 8️⃣ Copper Building · Chen Yiju The location of the upper room and tea room on the first floor is very impressive 9️⃣ZcCafe Egg white sheep tail coffee White water tofu coffee 🔟18reserva Grass-paste coffee iced latte Thousand layers of black rice dumplings Several cups of coffee combine local characteristics, suitable for photography                  —— Other delicacies by the sea 1️⃣ White tower cooking rice Sauce glutinous rice, fried dough sticks must be added 2️⃣ Old yellow fried mochi The texture is glutinous and charred 3️⃣Big mouth snacks The sweet and sour flavor of Teppanyaki is very delicious 4️⃣ Soup Auntie famous snacks Taizhou specialty roasted ginger juice and flat food 5️⃣ Liu Wenshan Local brand milk tea, red sugar pearls are very Q                  ——

**🍂 Nanhuang Ancient Trail | Step on millennia of fallen leaves to discover the most touching autumn colors of eastern Zhejiang** **——An ancient trail paved with gold, a hiking trip through the Tang and Song dynasties.** --- ### **🌄 Morning Light · The Ancient Trail Awakens** When the first ray of sunlight penetrates the branches of the ancient maple trees, the Nanhuang Ancient Trail awakens. The morning mist still lingers in the curves of the **Huangtan Terraces**. Climbing up the steps, you'll find **12 kilometers** of soft fallen leaves under your feet, and a symphony of streams and birdsong in your ears. Choose a **century-old maple** branch as a walking stick, and imitate the ancients' "autumn stroll," with each step making a crisp autumn sound. **📸 Recommended Experiences** ✔ Drink wild tea boiled with mountain spring water at the old site of **Jigong Temple** ✔ Wait at **Longtan Waterfall** to watch the sunlight turn the water droplets into gold leaf --- ### **🛤 Afternoon · Wrinkles of Time** When you reach **Tonghai Gate**, you'll step into a post station from the Tang and Song dynasties. The remaining stone gate still bears the marks worn by salt porters in those years. Sit on the gnarled roots of the **Maple King** and nibble on a wheat cake. When a gust of wind passes, the red and yellow leaves flutter like colorful butterflies all over your shoulders. When passing **Lantian Lake**, remember to shout at the mirror-like lake surface—the echo will startle the egrets in the reed bushes. **📸 Recommended Experiences** ✔ Find the **cliff carvings** among the moss and guess the messages left by the ancients ✔ Take a break at **Tianchi Tea House** and drink a cup of freshly roasted cloud tea --- ### **🌇 Dusk · Whispers of the Mountain Spirits** When the setting sun gilds the rammed earth walls of **Dafan Village**, red peppers and corn cobs hold a colorful feast in the bamboo sieves for drying crops. Follow the old people carrying firewood home into the **courtyard homestay**, where the potatoes simmering in the stove are mixed with the fragrance of firewood. After nightfall, if you hear rustling in the forest—don't be afraid, it's the mountain wind turning the millennia-old ledger of fallen leaves. **📸 Recommended Experiences** ✔ Stay in the **Cloud Abode**, where you can see the galaxy falling into the terraces when you open the window ✔ Come before the Frost's Descent to encounter the visual impact of the "**Ten Miles of Red Maples**" --- **🎒 Travel Tips** 📍 **Coordinates**: Nanping Township, Tiantai County, Taizhou City (2.5 hrs drive from Hangzhou) 📅 **Best Time**: Late October to early December (short period for red leaves!) 🥾 **Equipment**: Non-slip hiking shoes, thermos (few supply points along the way) 📜 **Hidden Story**: Bring a copy of "The Travels of Xu Xiake" and find the contrast between the past and present of "Twenty Li Cloud Pass" --- **"Every red leaf here, is a postmark stamped by the years. Every step you take, is opening a letter sent from the Tang Dynasty."** ——The ancient trail is warm-hearted, waiting for those who know autumn

🌅 [Guoqing Temple: A Thousand Years of Zen in Dialogue with Time] Stepping into Tiantai Mountain is like entering an untouched landscape painting. The moss-covered Sui Pagoda stands quietly in the mountains, the stream murmurs around Fenggan Bridge, and the earthen yellow walls of Guoqing Temple are faintly visible under the towering ancient trees. Every step is on the breath of history. This ancient temple of the Sui Dynasty, founded by Master Zhiyi, is the ancestral home of the Tiantai School. For thousands of years, the incense has continued, but there is no commercial hustle and bustle. The rain makes it feel more peaceful and quiet, only the copper bells hanging from the eaves ring softly in the wind, interweaving with the sound of rain to form a poem. Although I didn't make it to the flowering season of the Sui plum blossoms this time, the wooden hydrangeas, windmill jasmine, and various peonies in the temple are all in full bloom. I can't help but make a wish—to come to Tiantai Mountain again when the Sui plum blossoms are in full bloom. 🏨 [Lujing Tiantai: A Place of Poetic Residence] On this trip, we spent two days exploring every corner of the Guoqing Temple scenic area. Fortunately, staying at the Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel made such a luxurious slow trip possible. The Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel is like a hermit, hidden at the foot of the ancient temple, but uses the beauty of design to condense Zen into a footnote to modern life. 📍 Excellent location The hotel is located at the entrance of the Guoqing scenic area. Opening the window in the morning, the Five Peaks of Tiantai and the Liangfei Pagoda are faintly visible in the mist. Going downstairs and out the door, you can walk into the scenic area. It only takes a moment to walk to the temple, enough to avoid the hustle and bustle of tourists and enjoy the tranquility of the morning bell and evening drum alone. 🏡 Chinese Chic Aesthetics Lujing's design is inspired by Tao Yuanming's "building a house in the realm of human habitation", integrating the Zen of Tiantai Mountain and azalea elements into every corner. 👉🏻The gray-blue rooms are simple and light, and the translucent screens divide the boundaries of privacy and transparency. 👉🏻The Jing Hall, study, pastoral academy, and central courtyard in the public area are all "new Chinese aesthetics" when you take a photo. 🧘 Dynamic and Static Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience Staying at Lujing, the hidden easter eggs are those healing courses: 1️⃣Intangible Cultural Heritage Incense Seal: Gently press the incense powder into words with your fingertips, and your mood will settle down. 2️⃣Yijinjing: Follow the teacher to practice "Yijinjing" to awaken your muscles and bones with breathing exercises. 3️⃣Hand-copying scriptures: Pick up a pen and drop ink in the academy. In the silence of your mind, take away the distractions. ♨️ The Taste of Zen Vegetarian Food The hotel specially offers original Zen vegetarian food, using fresh seasonal ingredients to make unforgettable delicacies from tofu, vegetables, and mushrooms. Don't miss it! ✨Special recommendation The hotel provides free guided tours, remember to make an appointment when you check in. Departing at 8:30 in the morning, it takes more than an hour to take guests to learn about the history of Guoqing Temple and visit each unique building. 📍Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel 🚗Transportation: You can drive there by yourself; take the high-speed train to Tiantaishan Station, and take a taxi for 15 minutes to reach the hotel and scenic area Lujing Tiantai Resort Hotel