May Day Reverse Travel | First-time Visitor's Guide to Yixing

Yixing is truly a hidden gem of a city—quiet with few crowds and rich in artistic 🎨 atmosphere. If you're visiting Yixing for the first time, here's how to enjoy it. I've prepared a one-day tour guide to Dingshu Town that's worth saving! Come experience Yixing's unique artistic charm! ✅ Suggested Route Huanglong Mountain Mine Park - Pottery Factory No. 2 - Shushan Ancient South Street 1️⃣ Huanglong Mountain Mine Park: An incredibly surprising destination that was once a purple clay mine. The blue lake is absolutely stunning, and the boardwalk is so unique. Photos taken here look amazing—truly showcasing nature's magnificent craftsmanship. 2️⃣ Pottery Factory No. 2: A place filled with artistic atmosphere. I was amazed by the Ceramic Art Museum designed by Japanese architectural master Kengo Kuma—it's so well-designed that casual photos turn out beautifully. The museum hosts various exhibitions worth seeing. The complex also includes a pottery bookstore, café, and marketplace that are great for browsing. 3️⃣ Shushan Ancient South Street: A street full of local charm with old buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. There are many purple clay pottery studios where you can experience the joy of making purple clay pottery yourself—creating your own piece gives you a great sense of accomplishment. With few crowds, you can stroll at a leisurely pace and discover many interesting little shops.