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"1.5 Hours from Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai! 4 Hidden Gem Short Trips Perfect for a Girls' Getaway"

"1.5 Hours from Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai! 4 Hidden Gem Short Trips Perfect for a Girls' Getaway" 1️⃣ Suzhou • Transport: Just 30 minutes by high-speed rail, super convenient. • Attractions: The Humble Administrator's Garden is the epitome of Jiangnan-style gardens, with picturesque views at every turn, like stepping into an ink painting. Pingjiang Road at night is absolutely stunning, with its ancient streets and alleys perfect for a leisurely stroll. • Food: Try the mute's pan-fried buns and three-shrimp noodles—every bite is a taste of Jiangnan. • Accommodation: Stay in a charming guesthouse near Pingjiang Road, where the traditional ambiance will transport you back in time. 2️⃣ Yixing • Transport: About a 1-hour drive from Wuxi. • Attractions: Shanjuan Cave is an underground art palace with bizarre stalactites. Longbeishan Forest Park is ideal for a relaxing walk. • Food: Bamboo shoot braised pork, purple clay pot chicken, and Yixing black tea—all unforgettable flavors. • Accommodation: Affordable guesthouses near the park offer a peaceful environment. 3️⃣ Qiandao Lake • Transport: About 1.5 hours by high-speed rail from Hangzhou. • Attractions: Qiandao Lake Forest Oxygen Bar boasts fresh air, making it a natural "oxygen bar." The Tianyu Mountain Viewing Platform offers breathtaking views of the lake and mountains. • Food: Qiandao Lake fish head soup is incredibly delicious, and the wild river shrimp are tender and flavorful. • Accommodation: Lakeside resorts provide a serene setting for a good night's sleep. 4️⃣ Nanxun • Transport: About 1.5 hours by high-speed rail from Shanghai. • Attractions: Nanxun Ancient Town is a quintessential Jiangnan water town, with cultural landmarks like Baijian Lou and Xiaolian Zhuang. • Food: Nanxun's double-delight pastries and Dingsheng cakes are sweet but not cloying—perfect for girls. • Accommodation: Affordable and charming inns within the ancient town offer an authentic experience. Girls, these four destinations are perfect for a short getaway—start planning your trip now!
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Posted: Jun 19, 2025
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