Things to do in Guzhen

In Gaixia, now Haocheng, the world-famous Gaixia ancient battlefield site is left. The "Gaixia site" is a city built according to the terrain, with four arc-shaped corners. Exploration shows that the foundation of the city wall buried underground is relatively intact, the structure is relatively clear, and the direction is clear. Except for some sections of the west wall, the other four walls in the east, west, south and north are relatively straight. The lengths of the four walls in the east, west, south and north are approximately 410, 480, 280 and 340 meters respectively, with a total length of 1,510 meters. The area inside the city (excluding the city wall) is about 150,000 square meters, including the moat, and the area of ​​the city site is nearly 200,000 square meters. Direction 350 degrees. The city is divided into four gates in the east, west, south and north. The original appearance of the four gates has not been preserved. The outline of the city wall is clearly visible from the outside, and it looks like a pot bottom from the inside. The highest point of the city wall has a drop of more than 3 meters from the farmland outside the city. The remains of the moat outside the city can be found. Although part of it has been leveled into farmland, most of it still exists.

The scenic area boasts pavilions, towers, bridges, and flowing water, creating a beautiful landscape. Weeping willows sway along the lake, and the lake water ripples gently. Attractions such as the Five Pavilion Bridge, Xu Garden, and the Twenty-Four Bridges each have their own unique features. I also enjoyed watching the live performance "More Than Just March in Yangzhou," which is highly recommended and deserves praise.

We were very fortunate that our top guide today was Ms. Dong Ling. Her professional expertise was solid; she didn't just recite from memory. She eloquently explained the stories and archaeological backgrounds behind each of the museum's treasures, making dry history vivid and easy to understand. My son and I deeply experienced the thousand-year history of Nanjing. Highly recommended!

The Confucius Temple and Jiangnan Examination Hall along the Qinhuai River in Nanjing offer stunning nighttime views. A stroll through them in the gentle autumn breeze is incredibly pleasant. There are free performances and some attractions that charge admission, so you can choose what to do. In short, anyone visiting Nanjing should definitely check them out.

If you haven't been there, it's worth a visit. It's a famous spot in Nanjing, always packed with people. As for the boat tour, if you haven't been before, you can take a ride, but it's probably a one-time thing, so the price isn't great. It's a 40-minute round trip on the boat, listening to the announcements, watching the night view of the Qinhuai River, with its many bridges along the banks. You can learn about history, see the waterscape and night view, and soak in the atmosphere.

Sanhe Ancient Town is a free ancient town near Hefei that's well worth visiting. With its charming canals, ancient streets, and alleys, it exudes a captivating atmosphere. You can stroll along the cobblestone paths, visit historical residences, and sample local delicacies such as rice dumplings, rice wine, and dried tea. It's not overly commercialized, making for a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Overall, it offers great value for money and is perfect for a short trip to experience the charm of a Jianghuai water town.

Buying discounted tickets online is great value, and the redemption process is smooth with no queues. The Guishan Han Tomb is truly magnificent; the carving techniques from 2,000 years ago are astonishing. Visiting the accompanying stone carving hall and imperial edict hall together allows you to see multiple exhibits in one trip – definitely worth it! I personally hired a guided tour for 160 yuan covering three stops, and it was fantastic. I highly recommend hiring a guide; it's absolutely worth seeing.

I went during the off-season, and the weather wasn't ideal that day—it was raining. While getting around was a bit inconvenient, there weren't as many noisy tourists. Listening to the audio guide and leisurely strolling around was quite pleasant and comfortable. Highly recommended!!!

Ge Garden in Yangzhou, a private residence of a salt merchant during the Qing Dynasty, is most stunning for its four-season rockery, a unique example within the garden. Within the garden, stones are stacked to represent the four seasons, while the bamboo groves offer tranquility and a different view at every turn. The garden connects to Dongguan Street, allowing visitors to experience the local life and atmosphere after exploring the garden, making it well worth a visit.

One island, two bays, offering a variety of activities. Dasha Bay boasts a wide, soft beach, perfect for families to play in the sand, swim, and enjoy the water, with well-developed facilities. Suma Bay is quieter, with more reefs and relatively clearer water; the central seaside boardwalk is the highlight, offering panoramic views of the mountains, sea, and reefs—ideal for taking photos on a clear day, and also providing access to the peacock garden.