Things to do in Ma'anshan

My second visit to West Lake was great; the boat tour was excellent. The dock was easy to find, the staff were very friendly, provided clear explanations, and helped with any issues. There were also sightseeing buses, which were nice but a bit pricey. Taking the boat tour and then walking around was both perfectly fine.

The vibe while visiting the bund is just amazing and unexpected.I went there during the day and stayed there until the evening just to witness the lights and the bund in lights looks even more amazing then in daytime.

The Zhu Ran Tomb Museum in Ma'anshan, which is not even a popular attraction in the local area, should have been heard of by few people nationwide. But in the eyes of a poor student who once studied art history for five years, this museum can be regarded as one of the most low-key treasures of art history in China. Zhu Ran, who participated in the operation to capture Guan Yu and set fire to Liu Bei with Lu Xun, was a little famous in the Three Kingdoms. But the importance of the museum does not lie in the identity of the tomb owner, but in the batch of lacquerware unearthed in the tomb. We know that the history of Chinese painting is long, but the works that are really painted on paper or silk are basically no earlier than the Tang Dynasty because the materials are very difficult to preserve. There are many records of paintings from the Eastern Han Dynasty to the Three Kingdoms period in ancient books, and even many names of painters are left, but there has always been a lack of factual basis. The lacquerware in Zhu Ran's tomb directly fills the gap in the art history of this period. This batch of lacquerware was a high-end handicraft at the time. One of them has the words "Shujun Zuolao" on the back, which should be a product customized by the Shu Han workshop for Dongwu customers at that time. Lacquer paintings are mainly based on figures, some depicting court banquets, singing and dancing, and aristocratic life scenes, as well as historical stories, which are a true display of the painting techniques of the time. The figures have rounded lines and different movements and expressions. Compared with the silk paintings or brick carvings of the Western Han Dynasty, they are more vivid and vivid. They are similar to the style of drum-beating and rapping figurines of the earlier period, allowing people to get a glimpse of the painting art style of the Eastern Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period. This time, we took advantage of the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday to visit. The museum is in the center of Ma'anshan, but it is unusually quiet. There were only two visitors throughout the whole process. Friends who are interested in art, if you travel to Ma'anshan, you must not miss it and go to the scene to appreciate the Chinese painting treasures 1,800 years ago.

Check-in was quick, and they assigned me a quiet room on the side as requested. The room had a window with a side-opening screen, which was a thoughtful touch. The room was cleaned daily, and supplies were replenished as needed. The breakfast was particularly noteworthy; it was delicious and offered a wide variety of options, including Western and Chinese dishes, as well as freshly made food. A great feature was that you could customize the seasoning to your liking.

百闻不如一见，特地去体验了一下濮塘怪坡。确实是挺怪的！！在这里，把汽车熄火挂空挡以后，还是会向高处滑行，就连在路上倒杯水，也会向高处流，真的太好玩儿了(✪▽✪)里面的竹林也很清幽，一个人在里面走，真的可以把心静下来，放空~~不去想那些烦恼的事情！！遇到有竹子断掉的地方，就原路返回了，总之还挺好玩的！

It is worth appreciating ~ The scenery is also good ~ Especially Li Bai's poems and songs can be felt very well ~ The statue of Li Bai is very artistic ~ With the architecture of the courtyard ~ it is a new poem

A hotel definitely worth staying at again! Great location, convenient transportation. They offer a dedicated shuttle service, making the journey much easier. The breakfast selection is comprehensive, the rooms are clean, the service is attentive, and the overall experience is excellent.

Fantasy Kingdom is indeed a bit old; its rides and attractions aren't as good as Oriental Mythology, and it closes at 5:30 PM. However, the shows are still quite good. I watched most of the shows and performances, and only went on a few rides before it was almost over. Oriental Mythology has a wider variety of more exciting rides, and I had a great time even though it closes at 9 PM.

After visiting Niushou Mountain, a night tour of Jinling (Nanjing) is highly recommended, especially at sunset when the sky is a soft blue. Witness the elegance of the Six Dynasties era, with its iconic peacock-blue glazed tiles. The atmosphere is incredibly charming as you quietly await the evening lights coming on. Wenxin Pavilion, Lingxiao Terrace, and Mantingfang offer breathtaking views at every turn, with pavilions, waterside terraces, and lantern-lit corridors reflected in the water like a dream. The regularly scheduled live performances are unique and entertaining, avoiding excessive commercialization and providing a truly immersive experience. With a gentle evening breeze and soft lighting, it feels like stepping back into ancient Jinling. This is a hidden gem in Nanjing's nightlife scene that shouldn't be missed, and it's definitely worth a special trip!

Although the park is named Cultural Park, after walking around, I did not find that the park has any special connection with culture. It is just an ordinary park with many flowers and plants.