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Hidden vacation gem in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! Mid-Autumn and National Day double festival tidal wave + music carnival, miss it and you'll regret it

Girls! Stop crowding to Moganshan and Anji! This year, for the combined Mid-Autumn and National Day holidays, I’ve discovered a jackpot vacation spot — Haining Yanguan Ancient City, the "City of Tides and Music"! The biggest tidal event of the year meets the super long Golden Week, with tide watching + music carnival double buffs stacked. This is the ultimate 2025 relaxation vacation worth rushing for! (Includes the most comprehensive hotel guide online👇) 🌊【World-class wonder: Qiantang River tidal bore meets music wave】 ✅ China’s first and only cross-scene music carnival held on the banks of the Qiantang Tide! ✅ From 10.1 to 10.13, lasting 13 days, featuring 6 music styles + 65 band performances in relay ✅ Swing to jazz/rock in the river breeze by day, watch artistic lights illuminate the night tide by night (10.6-10.9 exclusive night tide concerts!) ✅ Exclusive experience: Stand by the millennium-old sea dike, with music waves in your ears and natural giant waves before your eyes, instantly understanding what a "heaven and earth stage" means 🎵【Stay in the Music Museum · Lead Singer Hotel】 ▪️ A five-star hotel built on the ancient city wall! Infinity pool facing the Qiantang River sunset ▪️ One of only three "House of Music Museums" worldwide, officially licensed from Austria, housing over 200 precious instruments from the 18th century to modern times ▪️ Every room decorated with musical elements, perfect for photos ▪️ Chinese Vintage style design, with old Qian-style photo spots throughout the hotel ▪️ Exclusive 160,000㎡ riverside ancient city back garden, perfect for morning yoga or evening strolls 🏮【Travel back to the Song Dynasty · Xuande Gate Hotel】 ▪️ A century-old Zhu family residence surrounded by water on three sides, fully preserving Song Dynasty architectural style ▪️ Dockside rooms with a view, open the window to the river, fall asleep to the sound of waves, some rooms have private waterside platforms ▪️ 2,000㎡ private Jiangnan garden, with rockeries, waterfalls, and century-old trees creating a charming scene 💡【Off-peak tide watching ultimate guide】 ✨ The tide during National Day is equally spectacular but with 50% fewer crowds than the peak tide festival! ✨ Recommended itinerary: Visit cultural heritage sites by day → enjoy the music carnival in the afternoon → play the "Tide Music Battle" immersive script game → watch the tide at dusk ✨ Family bonus: Intangible cultural heritage rubbing experience, kids can play until they’re exhausted ———— 📌 Practical TIPS: 1️⃣ The music carnival runs non-stop for 18 hours, recommend comfortable flat shoes + windproof jacket 2️⃣ The infinity pool on the top floor of the Lead Singer Hotel is the perfect spot to capture "Tide and Music Together" 3️⃣ Xuande Gate dockside rooms require advance booking. 4️⃣ Key point! All hotels under the "City of Tides and Music" brand offer a 【Scenic Area All-Access Gift Pack】! Includes: 🎫 Free tickets: Free admission to the City of Tides and Music! 🎭 Free immersive script game: The original 100 RMB immersive script game "Tide Music Battle" is free for guests! 🚌 Free shuttle bus: When tired of walking in the scenic area, free shuttle service is available, making it super easy for families with kids and elders! [Click Trip.com to search "City of Tides and Music" and lock in the last available rooms!]
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Posted: Sep 30, 2025
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