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Nice environment, great taste, authentic stinky mandarin fish

Stinky mandarin fish and stinky beans have a strong taste, smelly but fragrant.

🌅Taiping Lake Comprehensive Guide｜Beginner-Friendly + In-Depth Experience: Discover the "Oriental Lake Geneva" at the Foot of Huangshan Mountain! "Morning mist veils the mountainside, and emerald waters cradle scattered islands; it's not Switzerland, yet it surpasses Switzerland in beauty." — As a filming location for the 1987 TV series "Dream of the Red Chamber," Taiping Lake, with its unique Jiangnan poetic charm, makes everyone who visits feel like a figure in a painting. This guide, incorporating local boatmen's secret routes, will help you truly understand this verdant landscape! 🌟 Best Time to Visit ✅ Spring and Autumn (March-May & September-November): Azaleas and autumn maples are reflected in the lake, with temperatures around 20°C, perfect for cycling. ✅ Summer (June-August): All water sports are available, and the spectacular "rainbow" phenomenon often appears after rain. ✅ Winter Fog Paradise (December-February): Steam rises from the lake in the morning, offering a private and tranquil experience. 🚅 Transportation Guide Airplane ➤ Huangshan Tunxi Airport → Take the airport shuttle bus to Huangshan Bus Terminal (30 minutes) → Transfer to a bus to Taiping Lake (1 hour) High-Speed ​​Rail ➤ Huangshan North Station → Take the "Taiping Lake Tourist Special Line" directly (50-minute journey, 8 trips daily) Local Transportation ➤ Lakeside sightseeing electric car (15 RMB/trip), rent a smart electric car (scan the code to go), boat tours are charged according to the route. 🏨 Accommodation Segmentation Economy (150-280 RMB): Lakeside Farmhouse | Balcony Fishing + Free Guided Tour by the Owner Quality (400-900 RMB): Taiping Lake Crowne Plaza | Suspended Swimming Pool + Private Dock Special Experience (From 200 RMB): Stargazing Tent Camp | Stargazing Telescope + Bonfire Party 📸 Must-Visit Top 5 1⃣ Taiping Lake Twin Bridges ⏰ Open All Day | Free 🔹 Avoid: The eastern side of the bridge is directly illuminated at sunrise; afternoon shots are prone to overexposure. 2⃣ Tianxia Taiping City ⏰ 8:30-17:00 | Entrance Fee 60 RMB (Includes Boat Ticket) 🔹 The island's observation deck offers simultaneous views of the lake and mountains; bring a wide-angle lens. 3⃣ Golden Island ⏰ 8:20-16:50 | Combined Ticket 80 RMB 🔹 The Water Moon Mirror Flower Grottoes utilize water reflections; midday is the best time for photography to capture the light and shadow. 4⃣ Monkey and Deer Island ⏰ 8:40-16:30｜Combined Ticket 80 RMB 🔹 Feeding time 10:00-11:30; food must be purchased at the scenic area. 5⃣ Egret Island Hotel Viewpoint ⏰ Open all day｜Free 🔹 Non-guests are also welcome; the site of the opening ceremony of "Dream of the Red Chamber". 🍃 Hidden Gems 📍 Back Mountain of Bagua Island ➤ Walk through the bamboo forest to find the abandoned lake-viewing pavilion; use a telephoto lens to compress the lake surface and distant mountains. 📍 Lake Lighthouse ➤ Reservations required for a fishing boat (60 RMB/boat); capture a solitary, stunning photo at dusk. 🥢 Local Delicacies List Must-Try Foods ► Organic Fish Head from Taiping Lake (Recommended: "Lakeside Old Boatman," a three-generation family business) ► Huizhou Stinky Mandarin Fish (A more palatable, improved version from "Fishing Village No. 18" outside the scenic area) Local favorite ► Stir-fried Water Fern with Cured Pork (Stir-fried on the second floor of the Taiping Ancient Town Market) ► Stone Cake (Mobile food carts set up at dawn, perfect with tofu pudding) 🗓 Itinerary Template One-Day Highlights 06:30 Morning Mist Viewing at Shuangqiao 08:00 Boat Trip to Golden Island 11:30 Climbing Taiping City 14:00 Interactive Activities at Monkey and Deer Island 16:30 Sunset Chasing at the Lighthouse Three-Day In-Depth Itinerary Day 1 Main Lake Area Boat Trip + Lake Delicacies Feast + Stargazing Camping Day 2 Lakeside Cycling + Egret Island + Hot Spring Experience Day 3 Day Trip to Surrounding Ancient Villages (Zhaji/Taohuatan) 👗 Outfit and Photography ► New Chinese Style Clothing Perfectly Blended with Ink Painting-like Scenery ► Bring a CPL polarizing filter to eliminate water reflections; pack warm clothing as there are significant temperature differences between day and night on the lake. ► Morning mist over fishing boats, bamboo forest light and shadow, and sunset over the lighthouse are three must-capture scenes. ⚠ Safety and Civility Reminders ➊ The lake area can experience sudden high waves; please follow the instructions of the staff when taking a boat. ➋ Do not bring your own food to feed the monkeys on Monkey Deer Island, and do not make eye contact with them. ➌ Protect drinking water sources; swimming and washing are prohibited. ➍ Download the "Anhui Affairs" APP to check real-time weather warnings. ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (QA) Q1 How to connect Huangshan and Taiping Lake? A1 It is recommended to stay overnight in Taiping Lake after descending from Huangshan; the 1-hour drive is perfect for relieving fatigue. Q2 Does the rainy season affect the trip? A2 The misty rain has a unique charm, but you need to bring non-slip shoes and a transparent umbrella (for photo props). Q3 Pet-friendly? Pets are not allowed in A3 scenic areas, but most lakeside guesthouses accept small to medium-sized pets. 💎 Collector's Tips 1⃣ Hidden Bonus: Free kayaking for guests staying at the Crowne Plaza Hotel 2⃣ In-depth Experience: Book a "Morning Fishing" trip on a fishing boat (minimum 4 people required) 3⃣ Off-peak Tips: Weekends are peak boat season from 10 AM to 2 PM; early morning or the last boat at 3 PM is recommended. "As the last ray of golden light sinks into the lake, I suddenly understand why the ancients said, 'The most unforgettable place in my life, even in my dreams, is Huizhou.' This landscape holds not only scenery, but also the dreams left behind by every passerby." 💌 This guide is continuously updated; follow me to unlock more hidden gems of Huizhou! #TaipingLake #TaipingLakeTravelGuide #HuangshanTravel #AnhuiTravelGuide

🌿Shexian 2-Day 1-Night Itinerary | Experience Huizhou for 300 Yuan! Ancient Villages, Memorial Archways, and Fermented Tofu Like in an Ink Painting "The most unforgettable place in my life, even in my dreams, is Huizhou." This national historical and cultural city hides a cluster of Ming and Qing dynasty memorial archways and the Xin'an River landscape gallery. Experience Huizhou culture for the price of a hot pot meal! A hidden gem for a spontaneous weekend getaway! ------ 💰【Budget Breakdown】A Budget Traveler's Delight ✅Transportation: Huangshan North Station → Shexian Bus 8 RMB + Rural Bus 3 RMB/trip ✅Accommodation: Guesthouse in Huizhou Ancient City 80 RMB/night (renovated old house) ✅Entrance Fees: Huizhou Ancient City Free + Archway Complex 100 RMB (half price for students) ✅Dining: Hairy Tofu 15 RMB + Stone Cake 5 RMB 💡Total Cost: Approximately 280-350 RMB for 2 days and 1 night (including souvenirs) ------ 📍【Must-Visit Attractions】Immersive Huizhou Culture Experience 1️⃣ Huizhou Ancient City (Free! A living Ming and Qing Dynasty museum) 🌟Hidden Activities: • Walk along Doushan Street at 6 AM (cobblestone street, no tourists) • Find Xu Guo Stone Archway and touch the relief carvings (the only octagonal archway) • Enter the Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall to get a commemorative stamp (free) 2️⃣ Tangyue Memorial Archway Complex (Seven archways embody loyalty, filial piety, integrity, and righteousness) 🌟In-depth Experience: • Listen to stories with a local guide (Great value at 30 RMB) • Take silhouette photos under the archways (Best lighting at 4 PM) • Walk to Bao Family Garden to see bonsai (Combined ticket for better value) 3️⃣ Xin'an River Landscape Gallery (Boat ride through a painting) 🌟Budget-friendly options: • Take a local ferry (not a tourist boat) (5 RMB/person, same scenery) • Hike along the riverbank in Shendu Town (3km of rapeseed fields, free) • Buy freshly caught river delicacies from fishermen (Half the price of restaurants) 4️⃣ Yuliang Dam (Jiangnan Dujiangyan) 🌟Traditional way to experience: • Walk along the cobblestone dam using stepping stones (A thousand-year-old water conservancy miracle) • Drink large bowls of tea in Yuliang Old Street (1 RMB for unlimited refills) • Watch villagers wash clothes with washing sticks (a scene from intangible cultural heritage life) ------ 🗓️【2 Days 1 Night Itinerary】In-depth Cultural Tour Day 1: Ancient City Archway Route Morning: Huangshan North Station → Huizhou Ancient City (eat stone cakes for breakfast) Afternoon: Tangyue Archway Complex → Bao Family Garden Evening: Watch the sunset at the ancient city wall → eat hairy tofu + stinky mandarin fish Day 2: Xin'an River Scenic Route Morning: Boat trip from Shendu Town → Zhangtan Village Red Makeup Museum Afternoon: Hiking at Yuliang Dam → Huizhou History Museum Evening: Buy Huizhou ink pastry before returning (from the time-honored brand "Sanbaiyanzhai") ------ 🍜【Food Red and Black List】Huizhou on the Tip of Your Tongue ✅Red List—Go for it! ▪️ Hairy Tofu: Fang Xinyu Hairy Tofu (featured on "A Bite of China", pan-fried and served with chili sauce) ▪️ Stone Cake: Filled with preserved mustard greens (best freshly baked at breakfast stalls) ▪️ Stinky Mandarin Fish: 50 RMB per person at local restaurants (meat texture like garlic cloves) ❌Blacklist—Try with caution ▪️ "Huizhou Ink Pastry" at scenic spots (overpriced, buy from established brands) ▪️ "Wild Kiwi Fruit" from mobile stalls (mostly cultivated) ------ 📸【Photography Guide】Tips for Taking Center Stage on Social Media 1️⃣ Clothing: Hanfu (Ancient Huizhou City), cotton and linen shirt (Xin'an River) 2️⃣ Props: Oil-paper umbrella, Four Treasures of the Study, bamboo tea basket 3️⃣ Golden Time: Morning mist at Yuliang Dam, sunset at the archway complex 4️⃣ Must-Shoot Scenes: Xu Guo Stone Archway (upward view), fishing boats on the Xin'an River, courtyards of ancient houses ------ 💡【Hard-Witted Experience】Local Tips ⚠️ Some exhibition halls in Huizhou Ancient City are closed on Mondays. ⚠️ Xin'an River cruise stops operating at 4 PM; visit in the morning. ⚠️ When buying Shexian inkstones, look for "Lao Hu Kaiwen Ink Factory" (a century-old shop). ⚠️ The last rural bus departs at 6 PM; if you miss it, you'll have to take a taxi. "The soul of Shexian lies in the moss-covered archways and in the evening breeze of the Lianjiang River." #HuizhouCulture #WorthVisitAncientTownsAndVillages #CityHumanitiesNotes #Off-the-Beaten-PathDiscoveryClub (Original text and images, unauthorized reproduction prohibited✨)

🌿2-Hour Direct Access from Shanghai｜These 4 Places Are So Beautiful They Feel Like You're Abroad! Affordable Alternatives to Xinjiang and Switzerland Working Class Weekend Survival Plan! 🚄 These Places Within a 2-Hour Journey from Shanghai Are Absolutely Amazing! ———————————— 🏔️ Zhejiang·Anji ⏰2-Hour High-Speed ​​Rail Trip from Shanghai｜💰500 RMB/2 Days ✨"Little Switzerland of China" is Hidden Here! Breathtaking Bamboo Forest Waterfall 📍Must-Visit: ▪️Cloud Grassland: A 1168-meter cliffside amusement park with a dreamy cloud-top train ▪️Jiangnan Tianchi: A mountaintop "Little Finland," perfect for skiing in winter and escaping the summer heat ▪️Great Bamboo Forest: Filming location for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," enjoy the rolling bamboo forest from the cable car 🍜Food: Bamboo Shoot Feast, Local Chicken Soup, White Tea Pastry 🚌Transportation: High-speed rail to Huzhou Station, then transfer to a direct bus ———————————— 🌄 Jiangsu, Liyang ⏰Shanghai High-Speed ​​Rail 1.5h｜💰400 RMB/2 days ✨"Little Xinjiang of Jiangnan" lives up to its name, grasslands and lakes at your fingertips 📍Must-Visit: ▪️Nanshan Bamboo Sea: 35,000 acres of bamboo forest, a subway ride through a fairytale world ▪️Tianmu Lake: Sandy water hot springs + lakeside cycling, like a Cancun vacation ▪️Rainbow Highway: 365km of popular road, a super therapeutic self-driving experience 🍜Food: Tianmu Lake fish head, black glutinous rice, wild mushrooms 🚌Transportation: High-speed rail directly to Liyang Station, bus directly to the scenic area ———————————— 🏞️ Anhui, Jixi ⏰Shanghai High-Speed ​​Rail 2h｜💰600 RMB/2 days ✨Ancient Huizhou Secret Realm! The most scenic section of the Anhui-Sichuan-Tibet Highway is here! 📍Must-Visit: ▪️Zhangshan Grand Canyon: The turquoise waters resemble Jiuzhaigou, perfect for hiking! ▪️Jiapeng Township Terraces: During rapeseed flower season, they're like an oil painting, a photographer's paradise! ▪️Huihang Ancient Trail: A top choice for beginner hikers, with ancient bridges and flowing water reminiscent of Switzerland. 🍜Food: Hu Shi's Hot Pot, Shui Xian Bao (steamed dumplings), and stinky mandarin fish. 🚌Transportation: Take the high-speed rail to Jixi North Station, then take the scenic area shuttle bus. ———————————— 🌅 Zhejiang·Tonglu ⏰Shanghai High-Speed ​​Rail 1.5h｜💰450 RMB/2 days ✨Recommended by National Geographic! The scenery along the Fuchun River is breathtakingly beautiful. 📍Must-Visit Spots: ▪️Daqishan National Forest Park: Sapphire Pool resembles Libo (a famous scenic spot in Shanghai). ▪️Yan Ziling Fishing Platform: The Fuchun River's mini Three Gorges, where boat trips feel like entering a painting. ▪️OMG Heart-Pounding Amusement Park: Cliff swing + glass rafting – super thrilling! 🍜Food: Tongjiang mandarin fish, fermented rice buns, She ethnic minority black glutinous rice. 🚌Transportation: Take the high-speed rail to Tonglu Station, then take a taxi (starting fare) to the scenic area. ———————————— #FollowingChenghuanjiTouringShanghai #ShanghaiSurroundingsTours #JustBackFromShanghai #CityCultureNotes #NicheDiscoveryClub