Best Spot to Watch Sunset Fireworks

Reverse travel during National Day, my favorite Jiangnan town has appeared! This National Day trip unlocks a Jiangnan treasure near Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai for you. Yixing not only has purple clay teapots but also hides the secret landscapes loved by Su Dongpo. Here is a perfect two-day, one-night itinerary with a budget of just over 500 RMB per person. DAY 1 Itinerary Check in at the Kiln Factory Resort Hotel A highly designed pottery culture-themed hotel Each room features unique pottery art elements 11:00 Stroll along Long Kiln Street Surprises await everywhere on this street Must-visit spots: 1. Song Kiln Exhibition Hall (see kiln ruins) 2. Pottery Museum (learn about the history of purple clay) 3. Experience the opening of the dragon kiln and enjoy the kiln workers’ feast performance to feel the charm of the kiln fire! 4. Try making a purple clay teapot from start to finish! 15:00 Zizai Valley Blue crystal creek, take photos with hot air balloons! You can also camp in the natural oxygen bar 🏕! 18:00 Dinner Plum blossom cake, Xu’s tofu shop, Su-style noodle toppings, Manji desserts... Choose whatever you like! 19:30 Longteng Water Show Fireworks Check the performance times on the official WeChat account in advance On the day we went, there were two fireworks shows; the first was at 7:30 The best viewing spot is at the water show viewing seats Before your eyes, the kiln fire performance and water show intertwine—a visual feast of water and fire dancing together In the distance is the palace-style night view, and above you are the brilliant fireworks At this moment, the romance of travel reaches its peak DAY 2 Itinerary 8:30 Cloud Train It’s recommended to take the first train The morning mist makes the bamboo forest even more ethereal Remember to choose a window seat 10:00 In-depth tour of the town’s shops Burn incense and copy sutras at Meiyin Xiangtang Travel through time at the XR theater Immerse yourself in the Red Mansion at Xuxu Honglou Finally, taste local tea-made marinated snacks at Fengjun Tea Factory Tips: 1. Self-driving is recommended; 2 hours from Hangzhou, or take the high-speed train to Yixing Station and then a 30-minute taxi ride 2. There is a shuttle bus within the scenic area 3. The rock band “Chef and Actor” performs for 7 consecutive days 4. On October 8, Long Kiln Street will hold the official kiln opening ceremony This hidden paradise in Jiangnan has the heritage of a thousand-year-old pottery capital and the leisure of mountains, waters, and countryside For those wanting a nearby trip during National Day, hurry up and save this!