The Ancestral Home of Xiang Wang

I am Guanhai Tingtao tour+ global traveler, please follow me! (Published the 1678th travel photography article in 56 countries/regions and 1005 cities across 5 continents) Suqian is also the hometown of Xiang Yu, so when you travel here, you must not miss the hometown of King Xiang. The hometown of King Xiang scenic area is located between Wutong Alley in Sucheng, Suqian City, Jiangsu Province, the ancient Yellow River, and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. It is the birthplace of Xiang Yu, the leader of the peasant uprising army at the end of the Qin Dynasty, known as the 'world-shaking' Western Chu overlord. The entire scenic area is very magnificent. Approaching the scenic area, at the entrance, there is a lifelike statue of Xiang Yu riding on a leaping dark horse, as if the classic scene of the Battle of Wujiang is reenacted, very spectacular! Following the signs into the scenic area, the whole ancestral hall is built in the style of the Han Dynasty, simple and solemn. The courtyard is divided into three sections. Outside the courtyard, there is a horse trough. It is said that this trough was used by Xiang Yu to feed his dark horse, and it has been preserved to this day, which is quite unique.

🎡 Many people think that Suqian is a tourism desert, but it's really not. Suqian has attractions like the Former Residence of Xiang Wang, Zaohe Longyun City, and the recently popular 'Little Sanya' of Suqian—Luoma Lake. 🚗 On this trip to Suqian, I discovered a new destination—the Suyu Canal Jiuku. 🛖 The Suyu Canal Jiuku used to be the old granary that everyone in Suqian knew, which was almost abandoned. Now, the old granary has been completely renovated and transformed into a cultural landmark of Suqian Suyu. 🎉 The former warehouses have now been turned into a book plaza, art galleries, bars, bookstores and cafés, sports arenas, hotels, and more, no longer resembling their past. The park also has its own Q-version mascot: Mi Bao. You can see their adorable figures all over the park. 🏯 Not far across the river from the Suyu Canal Jiuku is Dongguan Port. Climbing up the Dongguan Port Tower, you can overlook the bustling canal scenes and the magnificent Former Residence of Xiang Wang. 🏗️ Suqian is a water town, with canals running through the city. Emperor Qianlong once praised this place as 'the best spring scenery of rivers and mountains.' And all of this is inseparable from water conservancy. A city thrives on water and prospers through water conservancy. On the east bank of the canal, there is also a water conservancy heritage museum. The old water flipping station and machinery have completed their missions and now quietly tell their stories of the past...

Spring in Suqian is insanely beautiful! The begonias and peach blossoms in the ancient city are in full bloom, and the pear blossoms and February orchids on Mount Santai are like a fairyland!! 'Two-Day Tour Recommended Itinerary✨' 🔸DAY1: Xiang Wang's Hometown→Xinsheng Street→Sunrice Platform Resort 🔹DAY2: Sunrice Platform Resort→Jiangsu Santai Mountain National Forest Park→Return trip 📍Jiangsu Santai Mountain National Forest Park (60r) Recently, I was amazed by the 'Pear Orchid Gathering' at Santai Mountain, where 500 acres of century-old pear trees and tens of thousands of February orchids are stunningly beautiful, with the flowering season lasting until mid-April. The Pear Orchid Gathering market has lots of delicious food and handicrafts, 🉑 where you can enjoy the flowers and snack around! The Children's Adventure Playground is a favorite for kids, and you can also take a sightseeing train🚉 at the entrance. There are treehouses and RVs available in the park. 📍Xiang Wang's Hometown (80r) This is the birthplace of the famous hero Xiang Yu. By entering the ancient city, you can learn about Xiang Yu's life. The scenic area also has a locust tree planted by Xiang Wang himself, which is said to have been planted by Xiang Yu over 2200 years ago when he left his hometown, and it still thrives after a thousand years of wind and rain🌿. Many people make wishes here. There are performances to watch at different times. 📍Xinsheng Street An old district carrying the memories of Suqian, with beautiful ancient architecture that's great for photography! Walking on the long ancient street, you can feel the history of this city. And it's usually less crowded, perfect for taking photos in Hanfu and hairpins, and there are some special shops to check in. 📍Sunrice Platform Resort With green tiles on the roof and brick walls, you can see the scenery of 'small bridges and flowing water' from the room, nestled in the mountains and sleeping by the water, the experience is great! Moreover, the hotel includes a buffet breakfast, tickets to the Santai Mountain scenic area, tickets to the Children's Adventure Playground, and a sightseeing train in the scenic area. The main thing is that it's very close to the Pear Orchid Gathering❗ You can enter early in the morning and take pictures of the serene beauty without people. : Public buses can be taken between attractions, and it is recommended to wear Hanfu for photo-taking, as each spot is very suitable. You can store your luggage at the entrance of the attractions.

**Suqian Parent-Child Two-Day Tour Guide** The May Day holiday is coming, take your children to Suqian for a two-day and one-night trip of fun😃! Here is a detailed guide: **Day One Itinerary**: Morning: First, visit the Hometown of King Xiang to feel the heroic spirit of the King of Western Chu😎. Then head to the Antique City to appreciate a variety of antique treasures🎁. Noon: Taste the local cuisine nearby😋. Afternoon: Go to the Suqian Museum to learn about the history and culture of Suqian📚. Then stroll around Xinsheng Street to experience the charm of the ancient style🏮. Evening: Head to Baolong 24th Street for the pleasure of dining and shopping🛍️. **Day Two Itinerary**: Morning: Go to Santai Mountain National Forest Park to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery🌳. Then visit the Crystal World Glass Art Museum to experience the charm of glass art🎨. Noon: Have lunch in the park or nearby🍔. Afternoon: Head to Luoma Lake Beach Park to play with your children🏖️. **Ticket Prices for Each Attraction**: 1. **Hometown of King Xiang**: Adults 80 RMB, Students 40 RMB, Local residents 20 RMB. 2. **Santai Mountain National Forest Park**: Adults 50 RMB, Students 30 RMB, Local residents 20 RMB. 3. **Crystal World Glass Art Museum**: Adults 20 RMB, Students 10 RMB, Local residents 10 RMB. 4. **Luoma Lake Beach Park**: A flat rate of 10 RMB per person for everyone. **Food Recommendations**: Be sure to try the local specialty snack, rolled noodles, which tastes amazing👍! **Accommodation Suggestions**: There are many homestays near Baolong 24th Street, about a 20-minute taxi ride from Suqian Station🚗. **Transportation**: Since there is no subway, we mainly choose to take taxis🚕. Remember to compare discounts from different ride-hailing apps😉. The two-day itinerary is full of variety. Although we didn't have time to visit attractions like the Dragon King Temple, Zaohe Longyun City, and Yanghe Distillery Cultural Tourism Area, we will definitely come back if we have the chance😘! Hope everyone has a pleasant holiday in Suqian🎉!