Limited-time free access to 5A scenic spots around Hangzhou: Quzhou Nianbadu

The 2025 "Global Free Travel in Quzhou" event has started ➡️ It will continue until March 31 of the following year (excluding the Spring Festival holiday) ‼️ Free scenic spots include 14 core attractions in Quzhou: Jianglang Mountain (Langfeng open with limited time and flow control, excluding shuttle bus fees) Nianbadu, Gengong Foguo, Lanke Mountain, Yaowang Mountain, Tianji Longmen Longyou Grottoes, Minju Garden, Meishudi, Sanqu Stone Forest Xianxia Pass (Dai Family Old Residence second floor open with limited time and flow control), Qingyang Village, Qianjiang Source, Fugai Mountain 💚 The pictures in this article are of Nianbadu Ancient Town! Nianbadu Ancient Town is located at the junction of Zhejiang, Fujian, and Jiangxi provinces. The ancient town was founded in the Tang Dynasty, and was named after being the 28th of the 44 administrative units set up in southern Zhejiang during the Northern Song Dynasty. Unlike other water towns in Jiangnan, Nianbadu developed from an ancient military fortress into a commercial and travel hub along the Xianxia Ancient Road, integrating multiple cultures, forming a unique "cultural enclave." 🏞️ Nianbadu Ancient Town Exploration Guide ✨ Highlights of the Ancient Town · "Dialect Kingdom" and "People’s Ancient Town": This remote mountain town has 142 surnames and 13 dialects in use. · "Cultural Enclave": The unique geographical location at the intersection of three provinces and its historical background have blended architectural styles and cultures from Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangxi, Anhui, and even the West, creating a distinctive "cultural enclave." · Essential stop on the Xianxia Ancient Road: This commercial and travel route between Zhejiang, Fujian, and Jiangxi since the Tang Dynasty witnessed the town’s prosperity as an ancient "highway" service area. 🗺️ Travel Guide 🏮 Main Attractions The attractions of Nianbadu Ancient Town are mainly concentrated on Xunli Street, Fengxi Street, and the ancient residential building clusters. 🏛️ Core Attractions of Nianbadu Ancient Town Attraction Category | Attraction Name | Highlights and Features 💟 Wenchang Pavilion The most exquisite and luxurious building in the ancient town, featuring 451 murals inside. 💟 Zhupo Bridge A wooden covered bridge at the entrance of the scenic area, "Zhupo Qiaochang" is one of the town’s ten scenic spots. 💟 Shui’an Bridge Built in the Tang Dynasty, a single-arch stone bridge with a wooden pavilion on top, featuring characteristics of the Yunnan-Guizhou Dong ethnic mountain people. Chenggong Pavilion Located at the town’s highest point, offering panoramic views of the entire ancient town. 💟 Streets and Residences Xunli Street The core area of the ancient town, home to 11 public buildings including the Confucius Temple, Wenchang Pavilion, and Wanshou Palace. Fengxi Old Street Lined with shops on both sides, mostly with front shops and rear residences, rich in commercial and living atmosphere. 💟 Ancient Residential Clusters Preserves 36 ancient residences from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with architectural styles blending Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangxi, Anhui styles, featuring exquisite wood carvings and paintings. 🍜 Specialty Foods 1. Nianbadu Tofu: Made with high mountain spring water and coagulated with a special agent, slow-cooked over charcoal fire, tender and smooth with a unique flavor. Longxingzhai (No. 38 Xunli Street) is a long-established shop to taste this tofu. 2. Tongluo Cake: A traditional snack made from glutinous rice and mugwort, soft and delicious with osmanthus fragrance, commonly found on the street. 3. Yanpi Wonton: The wrapper is made from meat and starch, paper-thin, with a delicious filling. 4. Fujian-style Smoked Goose: Fresh and spicy, often eaten with chili powder and mint leaves, offering a unique flavor. 📝 Itinerary and Practical Information Suggested Itinerary · One-day tour: Visit the ancient town in the morning to admire ancient buildings and taste local food; in the afternoon, combine with a visit to Xianxia Ancient Road (about 20 minutes by car) or hiking at Fugai Mountain. · Two-day tour: · Day 1: Visit Nianbadu Ancient Town in the morning, experience rafting at Fugai Mountain in the afternoon. · Day 2: Visit Jianglang Mountain (a World Natural Heritage site, about 40 minutes by car). Practical Information · Transportation: · High-speed rail/public bus: Take the high-speed rail to "Jiangshan Station," then transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus or bus No. 201 directly to the ancient town (bus fare about 15 RMB per person, about 1 hour ride, one bus per hour, pay attention to the last bus time). · Self-driving: Navigate to "Nianbadu Ancient Town," parking fees apply at the scenic area parking lot. · Accommodation: There are many inns and homestays inside and outside the ancient town, such as Nianbapu Inn, Guiye Xianxia Yiren Cultural Hotel, etc. Advance booking is recommended. ‼️ How to book free tours All the following methods require real-name authentication for booking! ✅️ Search "Quzhou Free Tour" on Alipay ✅️ Search "Quzhou Culture and Tourism" on WeChat, click "Scenic Spot Reservation" ✅️ Use the "You Zheli" mini program, enter the local station—Quzhou, then enter the free tour special topic ✅️ Zheli Ban, search "Quzhou Free Tour"