A Guide to Tongling Ancient Towns: A Unique Trip in April.

🌳The spring sun shines on the earth, gentle and bright, making it a great time to travel. If you are still struggling with where to go in the spring, then come to Tongling. This city, located in the south-central part of Anhui Province and on the banks of the Yangtze River, has a unique charm that allows you to feel a different kind of spring atmosphere. Here is the most complete guide to traveling in Tongling in April🎈 📍Location: Tongling City is located in the south-central part of Anhui Province, on the south bank of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. It has a superior geographical location and very convenient transportation. Whether you choose the high-speed train 🚄 or drive yourself 🚗, you can easily reach it. 📖Introduction: Tongling got its name from "copper" and prospered because of mining. It is one of the birthplaces of Chinese Bronze Age culture and has a copper mining and smelting history of more than 3,000 years. It not only has a profound historical and cultural heritage, but also charming natural scenery. It has the weight of industrial civilization and the elegance of a water town in the south of the Yangtze River. It is a charming city. 🌸Spring kill skills: 1. Admire Peonies: Tongling in April is the world of peonies. As the "Hometown of Fengdan", the peony flowers in Phoenix Mountain Scenic Area are in full bloom like snow. Large swaths of peony flower seas, red like fire, pink like rosy clouds, and white like snow. Walking among them, you seem to be in a sea of flowers, allowing you to be immersed in this national beauty🌷 2. Stroll through the ancient town: Datong Ancient Town is a thousand-year-old town that has not been over-commercialized. It retains the original ecological blue stone roads, fishing docks, and old post offices from the Republic of China. In spring, stroll through the streets of the ancient town, feeling the breeze on your face and looking at the ancient buildings, it seems that time has slowed down. You can also take a ferry to Heyuezhou to explore the abandoned church and the salt merchant's residence, and experience the precipitation of history🕍 3. Visit the Cultural and Creative Park: Tongguanshan·1978 Cultural and Creative Park is transformed from an old mining area and is full of retro industrial style. The rusty mine cars and Soviet-style red brick factory buildings collide with artistic graffiti, full of cyberpunk feeling. Here, you can feel the changes in industrial history while taking nostalgic blockbusters with a super atmosphere📷 4. Stroll through the wetland: The scenery of Xihu Wetland Park is pleasant. In spring, the green grass is like a blanket, the flowers are in full bloom, and the lake water is crystal clear. Strolling along the lake, admiring the lake and mountains, breathing the fresh air, and seeing various water birds playing in the lake, you can enjoy the tranquility and beauty brought by nature🌾 5. Explore the Geopark: Fushan National Geopark has unique volcanic rock landform wonders and is densely covered with cliff stone carvings. Hiking in spring, the mountains are shaded by green trees and the flowers are blooming. Climbing to the top and looking far away, the Yangtze River is like a belt, and the sea of clouds is surging. The scenery is very spectacular, making you marvel at the nature's craftsmanship🗻 🏞️Recommended highlights: 1. Tongling Museum: The appearance is like a giant bronze ware, which is very shocking. The museum houses precious Shang and Zhou bronzes, and its treasure of the museum, "Longbing He", should not be missed. Climb to the observation deck on the top floor to overlook the panoramic view of Xihu Wetland, allowing you to appreciate the beautiful natural scenery while learning about the history and culture of Tongling📿 2. Tianjing Lake Park: Known as the "Little West Lake" in the city, the "Tianjing" on the lake island never dries up all year round, with a mysterious color. In the evening, stroll on the boardwalk, watch the sunset melt into gold, and see birds flying over the lake, a beautiful picture that is intoxicating🌅 3. Liqiao Village: Located at the foot of Phoenix Mountain, it is known as "the most beautiful village in China". The white walls and black tiles are reflected in the water, and the artistic installations are dotted in the pastoral fields, full of poetry and romance. Here, you can experience the tranquility and beauty of pastoral life and feel the unique charm of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River🏡 ❗Precautions: 1. The weather in Tongling in April is changeable, so it is recommended to bring rain gear and a coat with you in case the weather changes🌂 2. When visiting some old houses in Datong Ancient Town, you may need villagers to lead the way, and you can pay an appropriate guide fee of CNY 5-10🧾 3. When viewing peonies, please do not pick them at will. Enjoy the flowers in a civilized manner and protect the environment🌺 4. When driving to scenic spots, understand the road conditions and parking lot information in advance to avoid delaying your trip🚗