Ningbo Hualong Village｜A Hidden Autumn Secret in Eastern Zhejiang, Hiking + Healing

Who hasn’t discovered this treasure ancient village yet! Just 1 hour from Ningbo, with mountains and waters like a coiled dragon, autumn redwoods, ancient paths with bamboo forests, and pastoral scenes—all here, truly a real-life "Studio Ghibli animation filming location"～ 🌲Must-try highlights list, even beginners won’t go wrong ▫️Taibai Lake Dawn Redwood Forest: The red-brown hues of dawn redwoods in autumn and winter by Sanxipu Reservoir, half rooted in water and half reflecting the blue sky. The lakeside viewing platform is perfect for capturing reflections, the original photos look like oil paintings! ▫️Xiashiling Ancient Trail Loop: A 6-8 km easy hike, very beginner-friendly, with no steep slopes. The bluestone path is covered with pine needles, passing through shaded bamboo forests where you might encounter Longtan Waterfall. From the mountaintop, you can overlook layered terraced fields. Perfect for families or beginner hikers—just go for it! ▫️Slow Life in the Ancient Village: The century-old Chenglangtan spring water is crystal clear. Nearby, the 200-300 year-old "Mouse Crying Tree" witnesses the passage of time. Stone walls and old houses accompany the creek and Dongqiao Bridge. Grandmas sit at the door picking vegetables, every snapshot feels like vintage life. ▫️Lakeside Glass Coffee Bar: Hidden under golden ginkgo trees, order a drink and sit by the window, watching fallen leaves drift into your cup. Autumn romance maxed out! 💡Practical Travel Tips ✔️Transportation: 1 hour drive from Ningbo, 3 hours from Shanghai by car. Navigate to "Redwood Cafe (Hualong Branch)". Free roadside parking available (arrive early to avoid traffic); ✔️Best Season: October-November for redwoods and rice waves, March-April for green terraced fields, misty bamboo forests after rain are even more magical; ✔️Gear: Wear non-slip hiking shoes (stone steps can be mossy), bring at least 1.5L+ drinking water (no shops along the way), light-colored outfits are better for photos; ✔️Environment: The ancient village’s ecology is fragile, please take all your trash with you, practice leave-no-trace hiking～ There’s no over-commercialized noise here, only mountains, ancient trees, and the warmth of rural life. Escaping the city for a weekend hike and fresh air is truly delightful!