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Tidal View Famous Scenic Spot Park

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Tidal View Famous Scenic Spot Park is located in Haining Southwest Haining Yanguan Tourism Resort, adjacent to the Qiantang River to the south and Hangjin Highway to the north. The park features a long, narrow east-west terrain, stretching 1,360 meters in length and covering a total area of 16.24 hectares. Before the Anti-Japanese War, the seawall area already had a seaside park. Since 1994, the "Tidal View Famous Scenic Spot Park" was reconstructed. It is the best viewing point for the natural wonder known as the "One-Line Tide." Tidal views can be enjoyed daily in Haining, with spectacular tides occurring monthly in Yanguan. The best tidal viewing days are from the 1st to the 6th and the 15th to the 20th of each lunar month, offering over 150 prime tidal viewing days annually. The park features fish-scale stone embankments and two...Tide Watching TowerThe six tidal viewing platforms offer the best vantage points to witness the spectacular Haining Tide, a natural wonder. The area features attractions like the Ming Dynasty Zhan'ao Pagoda, Little Putuo Temple, an ancient tree planted by Emperor Qianlong, the Shi Liangcai Monument, and the Zhenhai Iron Ox sculpture. Bai Shitan Square serves as the park's iconic landmark, hosting large-scale festivals, sightseeing activities, cultural performances, and leisure entertainment - including the annual International Qiantang River (Haining) Tide-Watching Festival. With swaying trees, stone benches along covered walkways, traditional pavilions, and winding paths, the park exudes unique charm and has been honored as one of "Zhejiang Province's Top Ten Scenic Parks."

Haining · 17.6 km from downtown

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Yanguan Scenic Spots

5.6

4.3/5

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The Haining Yanguan Holiday Resort is located in Haining, Zhejiang. The scenic area can roughly be divided into two parts: Old Town Yanguan and Guanchao Shengdi Park. Visitors to Yanguan mostly come for the tides of the Qiantang River. Guanchao Shengdi Park is a great place to watch the waves. While you are waiting for the tides, you can have a look around at other scenic spots such as Temple of the Sea God, Jin Yong Academy, Wang Guowei's former residence, Confucian Temple Academy, and Chen Ge's old residence.

Haining · 15 km from downtown

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Puyuan Fashion Resort

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A picturesque scene of Puzhen, with its enchanting scenery, fromFushan Temple,Shufang Zen GardenThe grandeur of Puma's Mansion and the Yue Family Residence offers a glimpse into the past. Throughout Puzhen, historic sites and lingering charm...North Watchtower,Puyang Chamber of Commerce Hall,Puchuan Poetry Society,Meijing TheaterIt signifies the profound and enduring depth of human history. Back then, Puzhen Town showcased the beauty of perseverance in its eaves and walls. Along the crystal-clear waters of Jiangnan, ancient buildings stood by the riverbanks, with boats gliding effortlessly through miles of winding waterways. Renowned as the "Eight Scenic Views of Puchuan" and the "Great Town of Jiahe," its thriving commerce made history feel vividly within reach. Origin Story Tracing back to the depths of history, during the transition between the Song and Yuan dynasties, scholars and commoners from the Central Plains crossed the Huai River and Yangtze River to migrate south. Song official Pu Feng journeyed to Zhejiang, seeking scenic spots to settle. Upon encountering the ancient water town's phoenix trees and serene lakes, he was filled with joy and chose this as his home. "The phoenix rests on the wutong tree"—from then on, the Pu family's history truly flourished in this ancient Jiangnan town. The Pu family's prominence began with Pu Dou'nan, the sixth-generation descendant of Pu Feng, who rose from imperial scholar to Vice Minister of Personnel during Emperor Lizong's reign and was granted an official residence named "PuyuanAccording to historical records, the Pu family valued education and philanthropy, attracting renowned scholars like Yang Weizhen and Song Lian to visit and reside here. Each strand of Pu silk carries the essence of timeless fashion, while every preserved anecdote continues the legacy of scholarly integrity. Here, time flows as an eternal continuum—witnessing the vitality of passion, the endurance of ideals, and the symbiotic power of inclusivity. Heritage Holding the simple silk with grace, day by day the craftsmanship flourished, and thus its fame spread far and wide. After settling in Wutong Township, Pufeng made farming and sericulture the focus of family business operations - reeling silk from cocoons, weaving silk into fabric, and selling the products. The entrepreneurial genius Pu Jian of the Pu family established streets and opened a silk trade market in town, perfecting the production and sales supply chain for Pu silk, sparing traveling merchants from lodging hardships. Silk products bearing the distinctive Pu family mark were sold nationwide, earning the reputation "ten thousand silk rolls produced daily." The fabric gained fame as "the world's finest silk" for its enduring vibrant colors that wouldn't fade for months. Now known as "a renowned town heard across four regions," it has become the world's leading wool sweater distribution hub. Through specialization, digitization, fashion-forward approaches and internationalization, it has built a fashion industry cluster with a complete supply chain exceeding ¥100 billion. Remarkably, while not producing a single strand of wool locally, it brings warmth to the entire world. Texture Gudu, located in the fertile land of Jiahe with distinct seasons and abundant waterways, was one of the five famous towns in Jiangnan during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Stretching south to Changshui and bordering the Grand Canal to the north, its interconnected streets and water alleys uniquely preserve the architectural layout and characteristics of Jiangnan. The crisscrossing bluestone-paved lanes vary in length and width, with high walls and narrow passages creating a profound and timeless atmosphere. Delicate pavilions, serene ponds, and elegant water corridors are reflected among pine and cypress trees. Artificial rockeries, flower beds, wisteria vines, and bamboo groves add charming touches, making it a place visitors find hard to leave. Yongle Yongle City in Jiaxing and Wutong Township in Chongde were its predecessors. According to the Ming Dynasty's "Puchuan Zhi Lue," the town's residents "lived by the loom and found joy in the shuttle." Today, the streets from that era still exist. Over 700 years of time passing, the old place names remain unchanged, with Yongle's imprint still preserved. Every visitor to Yongle City finds their own delight—whether in elegance or simplicity, poetry or wine, commerce or farming, Buddhism or Taoism. Whether settling down as locals or passing through as wanderers, all grow genuinely fond of this vibrant Jiangnan land of talent and natural beauty. Organic As part of the comprehensive organic renewal project, the ancient town covers 3,360 acres with an investment of ¥21 billion. The core area's preservation and development have been completed, spanning three times the size of Wuzhen's attraction area, with an annual visitor capacity of 8 million. The architecture features soaring eaves and winding corridors, complemented by meandering emerald streams and gentle seasonal breezes rustling through foliage. The lively flow of visitors creates a dynamic contrast, transforming this refined attraction into a vibrant hub where nature and culture harmoniously intertwine. Taste the Flavors of the Ancient Town Merchants of old and visiting travelers alike wandered along the riverbanks, immersed in the aromas of night-watch tea, baked wheat cakes, rich soy-braised zongzi, savory shaomai, and soft qingtuan rice dumplings—a timeless sensory tapestry. "Laobuyi Tailors" weaves together classical and contemporary styles, crafting custom garments with skin-friendly softness through meticulous needlework. At "Yongji Tinware Shop," visitors experience the authentic charm of traditional craftsmanship firsthand, proving that even as times change, humanity's pursuit of artisan excellence and quality remains eternal. A family, a piece of Pusu silk, and an ancient town. With the vision of becoming "China's Ideal Water Town for Living and Business," this destination leverages its rich cultural heritage by blending Jiangnan water town charm with modern flair. It revitalizes historical sites through innovative restoration while developing top-tier facilities. The area integrates tourism elements like sightseeing, leisure vacations, business conferences, and fashion culture into a comprehensive international resort offering exceptional participation, immersive experiences, and visual appeal. For centuries of prosperity, now returning to life's essence, it's a serene sanctuary for ancient Zen meditation. A fashionable gathering place that leads to a carefree state of being.

Tongxiang · 19.6 km from Haining

Haining · 16.4 km from downtown

Shenxian Lake Ecological Park

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Shenxian Lake Ecological Park is located in Haining City. This site was originally an ordinary old stone quarry. Over the years, the quarry formed two large mining lakes, one to the north and one to the south. A mountain range running through the middle, like a saddle, divides the two lakes, creating the Twin Shenxian Lakes landscape. The scenery here is beautiful, and it has also served as a filming location for television dramas.

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Tidal Tree Viewing in Haining

4.2

Qiantang River, a river famous for its magnificent Qiantang tide since ancient times, also hides a breathtaking natural wonder on its vast mudflats - the tidal tree landscape. Tidal trees are unique traces left by the tidal action on the mudflats. They look like branches, but they are natural landforms formed by sedimentation and scouring. These tidal trees have different shapes, some are lush and leafy, as if they can touch the sky; others are simple and powerful, with smooth and rhythmic lines. They change with the change of seasons and tides, sometimes being submerged by the tide, and sometimes appearing on the beach, showing a dynamic beauty. This is not only a masterpiece of nature, but also a work of art carved by nature and time.

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Wuzhen

8.1

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Wuzhen is an ancient Jiangnan town with a long history in the northern suburbs of Tongxiang. The main scenic areas are divided into Xizha and Dongzha. Enjoying the night view of Xizha, riding a rowing boat and watching folk performances are experiences that tourists will not miss. This is also the filming location for "In Time" starring Huang Lei and Rene Liu. Dongzha and Xizha are about 1.5 kilometers apart. If you want to visit both Dongzha and Xizha in one day, you should arrive at Wuzhen early in the morning. You can visit Dongzha first (2-3 hours), and then start visiting Xizha after lunch. We visited Xizha and stayed until night to watch the night view in Xizha. If you have two days to spare, you can consider one day each in Xizha and Dongzha. Highlights of Xizha and Dongzha: You can spend a day wandering on the stone roads in Xizha, trying local snacks such as stinky tofu, Dingsheng cakes, and sister-in-law cakes, or visit old cultural sites such as Zhaoming Academy and the old post office. Of course, you can also take a paddle boat to savor the water town. small town. If time permits, be sure not to miss the Xizha Night Tour. The water alleys, ancient bridges and white walls are illuminated by the lights, which is so beautiful that the sightseeing tour is even more artistic. After admiring the night view, you can go to the bar to have a drink or watch an outdoor old movie or listen to a flower drum show, which is very relaxing. Compared with Xizha, Dongzha is smaller but has a richer atmosphere of life. There are also local people living here, and there are also attractions such as the Shadow Puppet Theater, Sanbaijiu Workshop, Xiuzhen Temple, and Mao Dun's Former Residence. You can also watch performances such as boxing boat (boxing and kicking on the boat) and high pole boat (climbing bamboo poles on the boat), so you can find Richer folk customs and historical connotations. There is a shuttle bus between Dongzha and Xizha. Food and specialty products: Braised mutton and duck in sauce are must-try delicacies in Wuzhen, and the mutton is especially famous. Hanlin Mansion Hotel and Fengyuan Restaurant in Dongzha, Yusheng Restaurant and Sauce Duck Braised Restaurant in Xizha are all popular restaurants. You may also want to try the fried stinky tofu, Dingsheng cake, sister-in-law cake and other special snacks in the streets and alleys. If you want to bring back some specialties, handmade "Sanbaijiu", Tao Xuchang brand bean paste, exquisite wood carvings and bamboo carvings, as well as scarves, tea coasters, umbrellas, wallets and various pictograms made of "blue calico" Pendants, etc. are all good choices, and there are many specialty shops on the street. Accommodation in scenic spots: There are many hotels and inns in Xizha Scenic Area, which are all managed by the government. The fees range from low to high. Staying in the scenic area can make it convenient to visit, and you can better experience the night view of Xizha. There are also many hotels and inns to choose from outside the scenic area, and the prices are cheaper than inside the scenic area.

Tongxiang · 32.2 km from Haining

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Wuzhen West Gate Scenic Area

7.8

4.5/5

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More refined and tranquil than East Gate, West Gate contains the essence of Wuzhen. Here, elegant old buildings stand next to the water, creating the classic scenery of a Jiangnan water town with its small bridges and canals. The cafes and small shops dotting its streets and lanes are infused with a cultural and artistic sensibility. A night-time cruise of West Gate on a canal boat is highly recommended. Viewing the Jiangnan water scene in lantern light with the soft sound of the oar in the water is especially enchanting and will keep you enthralled.

Tongxiang · 32.6 km from Haining

Haining · 1.4 km from downtown

Haining Leather City

3.7

4.6/5

147 reviews

Haining China Leather City was completed and opened in 1994. It is China's most influential leather professional market, the leading market in China's leather industry, the distribution center of China's leather clothing, fur clothing, fur clothing, leather and footwear, and the publishing center of leather price information, market conditions and fashion trends. In order to further promote the development and upgrading of Haining's leather industry and accelerate the upgrading of the market, the new city was relocated on October 18, 2005. The new city (Phase I) covers an area of 160,000 square meters, and the business area is three times that of the original leather city. It provides more than 1,300 large-scale shops, more than 2,000 motor vehicle parking spaces, and about 4,000 business personnel. During peak periods, it can accommodate 60,000 daily passenger flow.

Haiyan · 16.4 km from Haining

Shendang Ancient Town

4.6

4.7/5

13 reviews

Shendang Ancient Town, located on Benhu West Road in Haiyan County, Jiaxing City, is built along a river and has a long history. The sides of its bluestone-paved roads are lined with antique buildings primarily made of wood. It is a typical Jiangnan water town that has become a popular check-in spot due to the works of writer Yu Hua.

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