Steal three or four days of leisure! In Anchang Ancient Town, turn your days into poetry and rice wine

Here, time seems to slow down. The cobblestone paths, ancient bridges over flowing water, and the lingering charm of everyday life make you want to simply savor this tranquility. - How to Get There: - High-speed rail: Arrive at Shaoxing North Station, then take a 20-minute taxi ride (about ¥30) or bus 818 (around 40 minutes). - Flight: After landing at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, take the airport shuttle to Shaoxing Bus Terminal, then transfer to bus 805/816 or a taxi (¥50-70, ~30 minutes). - Drive: Navigate to "Anchang Ancient Town Parking Lot" (¥5/hour). Free parking spots can sometimes be found on Zhenzhong South Road. - Accommodation Recommendations: - B&Bs in the ancient town: Like "Waterside Homestay," where you wake up to bridges and streams (¥200-500/night), offering an immersive water town experience. - Nearby hotels: "Anchang Grand Hotel" has modern amenities at great value (¥150-300/night), just a 10-15 minute walk to the town. - Itinerary: - Day 1: Check-in and leisurely explore the town. Try Anchang sausages and hand-pulled sugar, soaking in the local atmosphere. - Day 2: Morning visit to the Private Adviser Museum to learn about Qing dynasty advisors, then Renchang Soy Sauce Workshop for traditional brewing (with free tastings). Afternoon gondola ride with storytelling boatmen. Evening tea by the river with rice wine milk tea. - Day 3: Morning market for local snacks. Daytime at the Stone Carving Museum (Ming-Qing stone windows) and the vintage China Bank building for retro photos. Sunset shots at Fulu Bridge. - Day 4: Sleep in, shop for specialties like Renchang soy sauce, pickled cucumbers, and cured meats before departure. - Must-Try Foods: - Private Adviser Wontons: Thin wrappers, generous filling (¥10/bowl). - Fermented Rice Bun with Sausage: Sweet bun meets savory sausage (¥5/piece). - Rice Wine Popsicles: Chewy glutinous rice version (¥6/stick) with subtle wine aroma. - Soy-Braised Delicacies: Renchang's signature soy-marinated items are a must. - Pro Tips: - Visit on weekdays for fewer crowds. - Morning gondola rides avoid peak hours. - Lantern-lit evenings are magical for photos. - Sausages cost ¥45-60/jin on main streets but just ¥35/jin in Renchang's back alley. - Collect stamps from 6 shops (including Renchang and China Bank) to redeem Anchang postcards.