"Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai's Hidden Gem! 2 Days 1 Night Reverse Tour in Liyang, Few People, Beautiful Scenery, and Great for Photos of Southeast

👺 Itinerary Day 1: Cultural Stroll + Lakes and Mountains • Morning: Drive or take high-speed rail to Liyang, check in at Tianmu Lake Yu·Bibo Garden Hotel • Noon: Try claypot fish head at "Miss Zheng's Shop" near the hotel • Afternoon: Fang Suo Culture Village (photos + bookstore afternoon tea) → Tianmu Lake Landscape Park (boat tour + tea culture experience) • Evening: Walk by Tianmu Lake, enjoy tranquility at the hotel Day 2: Artsy Check-ins + Architectural Wonders • Morning: Bao'en Zen Temple (Southeast Asian style temple) → Zheli Yicang (exhibition + buy cultural and creative products) • Noon: Light meal near Zheli Yicang • Afternoon: Liyang Museum (spaceship-shaped photo spot) → Return trip ⛱️ Must-Visit Attractions 1. Fang Suo Culture Village • Highlights: Six-story glass book tower + wooden structure, lights at blue hour look like a fairy tale • Activities: Coffee on the rooftop terrace, browse cultural and creative market on the ground floor • Tip: Wear light-colored clothes for better photos 2. Tianmu Lake Landscape Park • Must-try: ▶ Boat to Longxing Island (watch egrets, Butterfly Valley) ▶ Learn Song Dynasty tea making on China Tea Island (taught by intangible cultural heritage inheritor) ▶ Take photos of mountain and water reflections on Xiaoyao Bridge • Ticket: 120 RMB (includes boat ride) 3. Bao'en Zen Temple • Features: Fusion of Thai Chiang Mai style and Chinese flying eaves, yellow walls and red tiles are stunning • Hidden spot: Panoramic view from the temple’s back mountain, best light in early morning • Taboo: No photos of Buddha statues, dress must cover knees 4. Zheli Yicang • First floor: Bookstore + restaurant (recommended bamboo fungus chicken soup) • Second floor: Healing illustration exhibition (monthly theme updates) • Cultural products: Liyang white tea souvenirs, hand-drawn maps 5. Liyang Museum • Design: Floating "spaceship" shape, full of tech vibe • Photo spots: External spiral staircase, top-floor viewing platform • Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (closed on Mondays) 🍜 Food Guide Miss Zheng's Shop · Taste of Liyang Cuisine • Address: Tianmu Lake Commercial Plaza • Must-order: ▶ Tianmu Lake claypot fish head (48 RMB/serving, milky rich soup) ▶ Zha Gan (intangible cultural heritage dish, pork belly wrapped in fried tofu) ▶ Stir-fried white celery (Liyang specialty, crispy and fragrant) • Hidden way to eat: Fish head soup with rice Other Recommendations • Black rice: Black glutinous rice steamed in bamboo leaves, sweet version can add sugar • Zhoucheng Hotpot: Mutton copper pot with local chili, winter special • Liyang Soup Dumplings: Thin skin, juicy, breakfast favorite 🏨 Accommodation Guide Tianmu Lake Yu·Bibo Garden Hotel • Highlights: Lakeside location, quiet and private, rooms with scenic balconies • Recommended room: Lake view king room (starting at 800 RMB/night) • Amenities: Free bicycle rental, children's playground Alternatives • Budget: Homestay inside Fang Suo Culture Village (300-500 RMB/night) • High-end: WEI Tianmu Lake Hotel (2000 RMB+/night, includes private hot spring) 💗 Other Tips 1. Transportation: • Driving: 10-30 minutes between attractions, free parking • High-speed rail: Liyang Station → taxi to Tianmu Lake (about 20 RMB) • Bus: Route 11 direct to Tianmu Lake, but infrequent 2. Dress Suggestions: • Summer: Sun protection clothing + hat (strong UV by the lake) • Temple: Avoid short skirts/shoulder-baring clothes • Shoes: Comfortable sneakers (walking needed in Landscape Park) 3. Money-saving Tips: • Combo ticket: Tianmu Lake Landscape Park + Nanshan Bamboo Sea = 240 RMB (original 280 RMB) • Free attractions: Bao'en Zen Temple, Liyang Museum • Cultural product discount: 20 RMB off for purchases over 200 RMB at Zheli Yicang 4. Pitfalls to Avoid: • Last boat at Tianmu Lake is 16:30, don’t miss it • Zha Gan has strong flavor, avoid if you dislike offal • Museum closed on Mondays, plan ahead 5. Hidden Experiences: • Night tour at Fang Suo Culture Village (light show every Friday/Saturday) • Early morning chanting at Bao'en Zen Temple (starts 6:00, reservation required) • Coffee and sunset viewing on Liyang Museum’s top floor Custom Trip Suggestions: • Family trip: Add Highway 1 drive (rainbow road photo spot) • Couples: Custom hand-painted couple T-shirts at Zheli Yicang • Photography enthusiasts: Create with dual scenes of Bao'en Zen Temple’s yellow walls + Fang Suo book tower Here there are no crowded tourists, only cicadas and lake breeze accompany you. Take this guide and collect summer coolness and artistry in Liyang!