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The most lively city in Zhejiang
When it comes to Huzhou, some people may be a little unfamiliar, but when it comes to Nanxun, it can be said to be a household name, known to all women and children.
Someone once said that Huzhou is the place where “Jingbi City is famous”? This is not the case.
Huzhou, this bright pearl, is located at the intersection of the three provinces of Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui. It is not only the cradle of Chinese silk, pen, porcelain, tea and wine culture, but also a rich source of Chinese grain, silkworm cocoons, freshwater fish and moso bamboo. source.
Here, the glory of modern Hu merchants was nurtured, and the souls of countless calligraphers and painters were nourished.
Huzhou has even been given the reputation of “the most lively city in Zhejiang”.
Bai Yansong once said affectionately: “The reason we don’t understand Huzhou is because we haven’t truly appreciated the true meaning of life.”
Huzhou was once nicknamed “菰城” in history. The word “谰” refers to a delicacy. It was also named “Wucheng”. The word “Wucheng” refers to Huzhou’s fine wines. of praise.
And today’s “Huzhou” exudes a kind of free and uninhibited knight-errant.
This life in the Jianghu with food, wine, and ease is a true reflection of the life of Huzhou people.
In this land, they taste the sweetness of life and feel the tranquility of time.
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Jiangnan Ancient Rhythm
Among the gathering of ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, Nanxun is like a bright star, unique.
Compared with many famous water towns such as Wuzhen and Xitang, Nanxun not only inherits the elegance and softness of Jiangnan, but also integrates the simplicity and charm of Huizhou style, making it unique.
Walking on the clear river embankment, with weeping willows swaying in the wind on both sides, and a small boat floating lightly, it is like an ink painting slowly unfolding in front of your eyes, which is refreshing and refreshing.
Nestled in the embrace of the Jiangnan water town, listening to the ancient melody intertwined with the sound of wind and blue waves, it seems that you can hear the glory and vicissitudes of thousands of years of history whispering.
Whether looking out the window inside the house, overlooking from the water pavilion, or walking on the bluestone slabs, the tranquility of the ancient town and the precipitation of time make people feel like they have traveled through time and space and returned to that pure and innocent era.
Walking along the promenade of the ancient town, there are few crowds, but you can capture the villagers doing laundry by the river, the elderly in leisurely rocking chairs, and the children running and playing. These vivid pictures constitute a true Jiangnan water town style painting.
As night falls, the lanterns come on, and the ancient town is decorated like a dream.
The lights are dim and the world is filled with smoke and smoke, as if you are in a dreamlike fairyland.
As the saying goes: “There is heaven above, Suzhou and Hangzhou below, and in the center of heaven is the fishing town of Diggang.” The ancient town of Diggang is like a pearl carefully carved by time, shining with a unique light.
Digang Ancient Town is surrounded by mountains, intertwined river networks, small bridges and flowing water, forming a typical Jiangnan picture.
There is no hustle and bustle here, only simple nostalgia and the leisurely life of the residents.
There are no guide signs, no tour guides, and no tourists in the ancient town. It seems to be a paradise.
The residents live leisurely and contentedly without worrying about the world.
Xinshi Ancient Town, this important town in the south of the Yangtze River where merchants once gathered, has also attracted praises from countless literati.
It is known as the “House of Silk”, “Land of Fish and Rice”, “Broadway in the South of the Yangtze River”, and “Millennium Little Shanghai”. These vivid labels have all witnessed its glorious history.
The houses in the ancient town are built along the river, and the residents live on the river. The water, bridges and ports are perfectly integrated, forming a vivid “market map” of a river-side town.
There are few tourists, but there is a dazzling array of snacks. You can take a leisurely stroll along the ancient streets. When you are tired, you can walk into a teahouse and enjoy the tranquility and comfort brought by a cup of tea.
As night falls, the night view of Xinshi Ancient Town is another beautiful sight. These seemingly ordinary ways are the best ways to enter this ancient town.
Although Taihu Ancient Town is artificially built, it is full of rich ancient town style.
The white walls, black tiles, horse-head walls, and curved eaves all look like a picture of a Jiangnan water town.
Especially at night, when all kinds of lights are on, the ancient town becomes bustling and lively, as if it has traveled back to the prosperous era thousands of years ago.
Strolling through the streets of the ancient town, you can pick out some favorite souvenirs to take home, taste various special snacks, and visit the intangible cultural heritage display to learn about the cultural heritage of the ancient town.
From time to time, there are also wonderful performances to watch, which make people forget to leave.
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Spirited by water
Globally, China is famous for its comprehensive range of wetland types and rich quantity. The wetland landscapes everywhere are like stars, dazzling.
However, only a few can win the title of “China’s most beautiful wetland”.
And Lake Hazhu is the shining star among them, winning this supreme title.
Xiazhu Lake is well-deserved for this honor of being “the best in China”.
In terms of area, it occupies the top of Asia and ranks fourth in the world. From the perspective of beautiful scenery, the scenery here is even more colorful and layered.
Xiazhu Lake is dotted with islands and criss-crossed harbor branches. When boating, it feels like you are in a mysterious water labyrinth woven by aquatic plants.
What’s even more rare is that due to its unique natural conditions, this wetland has completely preserved the bird habitat and dense wild reed ecosystem, becoming a natural home for many animals and plants.
The water in Huzhou not only flows on the ground, but also hangs in the “sky”.
For example, the fascinating Anji Jiangnan Tianchi. Driving through the winding mountain road, the beautiful scenery of Tianchi gradually comes into view.
Along the way, there are continuous bamboo seas and greenery, and streams and waterfalls jump into view from time to time. The scenery is picturesque and the songs are poetic, which makes people feel relaxed and happy.
When we finally reached the top of the mountain, a beautiful landscape of “harmony between man and nature” unfolded before our eyes.
The majestic power station building and the beautiful natural scenery complement each other. The Tianchi is like an emerald pendant, embedded under the clouds and contrasting with the blue sky.
Standing here, you feel as if you are in God’s perspective. You can rely on the blue sky, embrace the white clouds, look down at the majestic sky, and enjoy the magnificence and beauty of Tianchi with the birds.
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A Thousand Miles Away
Every summer, Mogan Mountain is like a bright pearl, attracting countless tourists in search of coolness.
It is as famous as Beidaihe, Lushan and Jigong Mountain and is known as the four major summer resorts in China.
Mogan Mountain is not the majestic mountains and rivers in the north, but it vividly interprets the beauty of the mountains and rivers south of the Yangtze River.
Looking at the rolling mountains from a distance, it looks like a green picture scroll. The vegetation coverage rate is as high as 92%, full of green and vitality.
Stepping into this green world, you feel as if you are tightly embraced by greenery.
Bamboos are as tall as the sea, the mountain springs are clear, and more than 200 modern villas can be vaguely seen in the forest. They are of different styles and combine the architectural essence of Britain, France, the United States, Germany, Japan, Russia and other countries.
If you have enough time, you might as well stay in the mountains for a few days, waiting for the sunrise, watching the clouds roll in, or enjoying the breeze on the balcony to experience the tranquility and comfort.
In Zhejiang, there is a proverb: “Look at Zhejiang for Chinese moso bamboo, and look at Anji for Zhejiang moso bamboo.”
Anji Big Bamboo Sea, a green sea dominated by moso bamboo, covers an area of about 10,000 acres and is the moso bamboo scientific research base of 17 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America.
The mountains here are verdant and the sea of bamboo is vast, like a long scroll of layered bamboo paintings.
Stepping into the bamboo sea, you feel like you are in a quiet green world.
The tall bamboo forest blocks out the sky and sun, forming a natural barrier. Wander there, listen to the sound of the wind blowing through the bamboo leaves, and feel the tranquility and harmony of nature.
Climbing up the mountain, the breeze blows on your face and the bamboo waves burst into waves, as if nature is playing a beautiful piece of music, which is refreshing and refreshing.
The Grand Canyon in Northern Zhejiang is a tourist attraction integrating history, culture, natural scenery, and cultural landscape.
Here Buddhist and Confucian cultures blend together, and Zen and Confucian styles are intertwined in the mountains and rivers, making people feel the harmonious coexistence of man and nature.
Here, you can challenge yourself and feel the excitement and passion; you can also slow down and appreciate the beautiful natural scenery.
Walk in the canyon, listen to the sound of waterfalls, and feel the magic and beauty of nature. The gurgling mountain streams seem to lead you into an isolated fairyland.
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The incense is endless
The Iron Buddha Temple is quietly located in the bustling Huzhou. It houses a unique iron-cast Guanyin statue from the Song Dynasty, so it is known as the “Iron Buddha Temple”.
Although it was originally not well-known, this ancient temple has become a place of fascination for people every time the plum blossoms bloom.
The pink plum blossom branches interweave with the temple’s yellow walls, exquisite leaky windows, and melodious wind chimes to form a beautiful picture. Although the elements are different, they all exude the fragrance of Zen.
The fragrance of plum blossoms complements the scenery inside the temple, seeming to wrap every visitor in silence and harmony.
Wanshou Zen Temple is built on the mountain. The layers of temples are well arranged, like a three-dimensional landscape painting.
In the main hall, incense is flourishing, Buddha statues are solemn, and the air is filled with the faint smell of incense. Every corner seems to tell a long history.
Being in it, one can’t help but feel a kind of tranquility and peace.
Huzhou, this ancient city, is known as the “city of calligraphy and painting”. Half of the history of calligraphy and painting is in Huzhou.
Whether it is the profound cultural heritage or the picturesque natural scenery, Huzhou has stood firm in the torrent of history, with its head held high.
In the ranking of bustling cities, Huzhou has surpassed many first-tier cities with its unique charm and has become an ideal place in people’s hearts.
All this is not because of anything else, but because of its unique smell of fireworks, that unique charm that is both peaceful and prosperous, both primitive and modern.
