By the Fuchun River in Jiande, sharing the breathtakingly beautiful original riverside scenery route

With a heart full of nostalgia for my hometown, I walked along the river, searching for beautiful villages and pristine scenic spots. During the hot summer, I chose to set out in the early morning and evening, staying indoors during the hottest hours and enjoying the view outside the window. This time, by the Fuchun River in Jiande, I discovered a stretch of untouched riverside scenery and a lovely homestay. Photos taken on June 25th and 26th. This journey traced the Fuchun River upstream, starting from the Fuyang Fuchun Mountain Residence Greenway, driving along the Fuchun River through Tonglu to Jiande—a stunning route. **Detailed itinerary:** 1⃣ **Fuchun Mountain Residence Greenway & Tongzhou Island** Thanks to the rain the day before, I was lucky to witness the misty rural scenery along the Fuchun River. 2⃣ **Passing by Tantou Village in Tonglu and Duji Bridge** Driving along the Fuchun River, the views were spectacular the entire way. 3⃣ **Sanjiangkou (Three-River Confluence)** Navigate to Shuangyu Line in Jiande or Niutou Farm (Yangjia Village, Jiande) until reaching the riverside—this is Sanjiangkou. The Xin'an River flows from west to east, while the Lan River comes from the south, merging to form the Fuchun River. 4⃣ **Jiuxing Fishing Village** This small fishing village has thrived on the water for over 600 years. It's very close to Sanjiangkou, so I stopped by on the way back. 5⃣ **Accommodation: July Stay White (Jiande Branch)** The homestay is located in Songcun Mountain, Chunjiangyuan Village, Sandu Town, newly opened this year. Check the pinned comment for the location map. The homestay boasts an exceptional location, surrounded by mountains and water, very close to the river. The property is spacious, with large grassy areas perfect for setting up canopies, ideal for families, team-building, and even craft activities. The rooms offer river views, and the river-view rooms are reasonably priced. There are also all-inclusive meal packages. The village aunties cook delicious dishes using fresh organic vegetables and fragrant local pork. The management is heartfelt, making the stay warm and comfortable. ✅ **The breathtaking riverside views are incredibly healing.** Waking up by the Fuchun River in the morning... Strolling along the riverbank at dusk, chasing the sunset... Living by the Fuchun River feels amazing. Every walk reveals a different scene. One morning, spotting the sunrise glow and mist outside the window, my companions and I excitedly ran to the hillside behind the house to admire the river view, with dogs and cats following us—so heartwarming and romantic. If that wasn’t enough, we dashed to the riverside for an even broader view, all the way to Xiaqian Village. This Fuchun River Greenway extends to Tonglu, though it narrows after Xiaqian Village and isn’t drivable. At night, villagers stroll and cool off by the river, while the hills are covered with orange trees—a pristine rural landscape. This stretch of the riverside greenway is perfect for hiking, cycling, or driving, with the Qili Yangfan Scenic Area just across the river. ✅ **The homestay is very close to Sandu Town, just a few minutes' drive away.** The town offers many local delicacies: tofu buns, salted vegetable pancakes, glutinous rice cakes, and more. Nearby, streams and fish-scale dams dot the landscape. I fell in love with this lively and picturesque little town of Sandu and can’t wait to return. ✅ **Nearby attractions:** Qili Yangfan, Sanjiang Liang'an Greenway, Meicheng Ancient Town, Yuquan Temple, Xiaya, Zhijiang Village, Daci Rock Scenic Area, Lingqi Cave, Xinye Ancient Village, and more. I’ve already shared several posts about Jiande—the ancient village routes are equally stunning.