Fuchunjiang

Day 1: Leave work on Friday and depart from Shanghai. Take the high-speed train for an hour and a half to Tonglu Station and choose to stay near the high-speed rail station. 😊 Day 2: Visit Daqi Mountain National Forest Park, which is very close to the high-speed rail station, just a 10-minute taxi ride away, very convenient. Since it is the off-season now, there are few people, and the whole park is particularly tranquil. Upon entering, there is a bamboo forest, and then after passing through the amusement area, the climb begins. Inside the park, there is a colorful pond, known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou,' and it lives up to its name with blue-green water that is crystal clear. There are also many small suspension bridges, which must be very cool in the summer. The paths for climbing are mostly flat and not difficult at all, except for a steep section when reaching the summit. On the way down, we even saw flying squirrels, 60 yuan per person (actually, you can bargain with the guide, we paid 80 yuan for two people). The whole round trip took us 3 hours, as we walked slowly and kept taking photos. The entrance of the scenic area is also considerate, providing self-service luggage lockers, so there's no need to worry about luggage and no need to carry heavy loads while climbing. 😍 After leaving Daqi Mountain, we wanted to see the Fuchun River, so we took a taxi to Dongmen Wharf, but didn't find any particularly beautiful scenery. The riverside is all residential areas, so we just walked along the river briefly, then went to buy snacks and dinner, as we wanted to reach the B&B before dark and didn't stay in the city for dinner. Nearby, it was very convenient; we bought milk tea, skewers, fried chicken, fruits, etc. 😋 Day 3: We decided to go to Qinglongwu. It takes half an hour by taxi from the city, and we chose to stay in Qinglongwu. This area is a government-developed B&B cluster, located in the mountains, very tranquil, with a pastoral style, giving a peaceful feeling. 🌳 We booked the outermost B&B in Qinglongwu, , highly recommended, the best B&B I have stayed in Zhejiang, very clean, beautiful scenery, attentive service, and great value for money, only over 600 yuan in the off-season. Loft structure, great view, two floors, large space, large floor-to-ceiling windows, the B&B also has a small yard, with a stream in front, the room is spacious and very clean, the public area is also spacious, and there is a bar with KTV where you can sing for free without time limit, there is a large projector at the front desk, mahjong tables and a painting studio on the second floor, the owner's father is a painter. Overall, a fantastic experience! 😁 On Sunday during the day, we walked around Qinglongwu, passed by a B&B, saw the hanging bridge at the entrance, which also seemed nice, really built on the mountain, and felt that the view from our stay was the best. 15 minutes further inside, there is a popular bookstore 'Yan You Ji,' which is a location for variety shows, and even has Li Dan's signature inside. (There are no restaurants in the mountains, only B&Bs offer meals, and the prices are a bit exorbitant.) After checking out, the B&B staff took us to Lüci Village, a tributary of the Fuchun River, where there are more restaurants nearby. After taking a few photos, we hurried to the high-speed rail station. 🚗 Conclusion: This itinerary is very suitable for travelers from Shanghai, even without a car, it's very convenient. According to the Didi driver, summer is the peak season, with many people, and B&B prices will be over a thousand yuan, all for the sake of summer retreat. Definitely must come again in the summer to listen to the babbling brook. 🌞🌿

The blue Fuchun River above The cargo ships sail leisurely On the shore is an endless sea of rapeseed flowers Like a golden ocean The rural cottages in the fields Rise with curling cooking smoke The uncle with a hoe on his shoulder and a cigarette in his mouth Walks in the afterglow of the setting sun... Such a spring scene, so healing and intoxicating, I have already collected it in my heart as one of the best rapeseed flower seas around Hangzhou, a must-visit spot for spring outings and green trips Shooting time: April 2024 Navigation location: Baojiaqi Village, Fuyang, Hangzhou Check-in tips: The paths in the flower sea are cement roads, you can drive in at will, and you can also park anywhere without affecting traffic, with no fees It is recommended to come on a sunny day with blue sky and white clouds, casual shots are very photogenic; rainy days are also good, the ink-washed Jiangnan has more charm, but it is more challenging for photography skills Having a drone will make the shots even better, if not, you can also go to the viewing platform next to the greenway, located near the village at the back mountain, there is a taller one at the intersection, and a shorter one next to the greenway Close to the river, there is a cycling greenway, which can be happily 4+2 Nearby, you can also check in at Tongzhou Island and Dongzigu Village Now it is the tail end of the rapeseed flower season, I think it is also worth visiting in summer when it is a lush green

If you haven't seen it with your own eyes, it's hard to believe that this is in Hangzhou The vast rapeseed flower fields along the Fuchun River merge into one Creating a unique and romantic landscape in spring From an aerial perspective, this place looks like a painting Green mountains, clear waters, sandbanks, and countryside, all part of the scenery. ▪️ Flowering period: Mid to late March - April ▪️ The photos are from previous years, this year's are about to bloom! ▪️ Recommended aerial photography + telephoto lens 📍 Xintong Township, Fuyang District, Hangzhou City 🚗 Self-driving, 40 minutes from Hangzhou city center 🚌 Public transportation: Take Hangzhou Metro Line 6 to the terminal station 'Guihua West Road', then take a taxi or the 2115 bus 🌼 More than 3,000 acres of golden rapeseed flowers along the riverbank, and some multicolored rapeseed flowers ℹ️ Nearby is also Xiaotongzhou Island, where you can watch the sunset over the Fuchun River, and Dongzigu Village - the village in Wu Guanzhong's paintings

🌄 Distant mountains stretch long, clouds over mountains create chaos, dawn mountains bloom in green. Everyone says that the misty rain enters the south of the Yangtze River, and the landscape is like ink painting. If you are tired of following the commercial towns and long for a slow-paced weekend hidden in the mountains and waters, I recommend today's main venue—Tonglu. Tonglu is the 'graceful Tonglu County' in Fan Zhongyan's poetry, and the 'Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains' depicted by Huang Gongwang. Take advantage of the perfect season for an outing, and embark on a hermit-like journey here📜 · 📍Route One: Fuchun River + Daqi Mountain/Tongzhou Island 1️⃣ Daqi Mountain: Climb the mountain in the early morning to breathe in oxygen and feel the freshness of nature 2️⃣ Fuchun River: Stroll along the riverside road, admire the beauty of the Fuchun River, and enjoy the peaceful afternoon 3️⃣ Tongzhou Island: Wander in the wetlands, experience the thrill of paragliding · 📍Route Two: Shishe Village + Maling Ancient Trail 1️⃣ Shishe Village: Experience the charm of the village born by the water, taste local delicacies 2️⃣ Maling Ancient Trail: Hike the ancient trail, enjoy the peaceful rural scenery · 📍Route Three: Daijia Mountain Ancient Village + Pioneer Bookstore 1️⃣ Daijia Mountain: Climb to the top of the mountain, feel the tranquility and beauty of the high mountain village 2️⃣ Pioneer Bookstore: Savor the fragrance of books, enjoy coffee time · 🚗 Driving Tips: -Tonglu County has good road conditions, suitable for self-driving -As scenic spots are quite scattered, plan your route in advance to avoid peak times -Pay attention to local traffic signs and speed limits · 🍽 Food Recommendations: Yiwei Courtyard, Jiangnan Commune, Yaoji Noodle House · 📷 Attraction Recommendations 1️⃣ Daqi Mountain Forest Park -Highlight: High mountain glass sea, the clear water makes the koi seem to float in the air -Feature: Lush natural environment, easy mountain climbing experience, suitable for family activities -Suggested duration of visit: 4 hours 2️⃣ Yan Ziling Fishing Platform -How to reach: Arrive by boat -Landscape: As if entering the green mountains and blue waters of 'Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains' -Cultural background: A check-in spot for Deng Chao and Sun Li, location of the 'High Mountains and Long Waters' archway, profound cultural heritage -Suggested duration of visit: 2 hours 3️⃣ Shishe Village - Maoping Village -Shishe Village feature: Old houses built of stone, surrounded by mountains, stream running through the village, ink painting style with white walls and black tiles -Maoping Village history: Over 900 years of history, with many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties -Visiting suggestion: Suitable for a leisurely tour, can arrange a morning to check in both ancient villages at the same time 4️⃣ Shenaovillage - Dihu Flower Sea -Shenaovillage title: The first well in the south of the Yangtze River, the first village of the Southern Song Dynasty, retains many ancient buildings from the Ming, Qing, and Republic of China periods -Dihu Flower Sea highlight: Yellow autumn English and cosmos flowers bloom, excellent for photography -Activity suggestion: Enjoy tea and music at the old Shenaovillage teahouse, stroll the cobblestone paths, then visit the Dihu Flower Sea 5️⃣ Tonglu Tianzidi Scenic Area -Glass slide: The top experience in the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai region, certified by the world record for the longest drift -Other attractions: Sky Realm, Cloud Ladder Bridge, Tianzi Cave, and other check-in spots -Best season: Summer is the best time for water activities · Don't hesitate any longer, pack up and explore the real 'Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains' in Hangzhou Tonglu! Let every trip be a purification and sublimation of the soul🚘✨

‼️Fuchun River, with towering mountains and ridges on both sides, surrounded by screens, or pavilions piercing the clouds, or rocks being peculiarly steep, green cliffs and green hair, far like a smear of ink. The river is clear and the cloud scenery is misty, the same color up and down. The most essence section is in the Fuchun River Small Three Gorges area, today I will recommend this essence self-driving route of Fuchun River for everyone. 👉D1: Fuchun River self-driving route: Dongwu Bridge➡️Yanyu Tongzhou➡️Tongjun Mountain➡️Yan Ziling Fishing Platform➡️Jiangnan Longmen Bay➡️Tonglu cloud9 Cloud Outside Homestay ✅Yanyu Tongzhou 📍Address: Xintong Town Tongzhou Island ⏰Opening hours: All day 💳Ticket: Free ♦️Tongzhou Island is one of the oldest islands on the Fuchun River, shaped like an olive, the island has a rich experience of playing projects: hot air balloons, powered parachutes, camping, sunrise on the river, you can also raft on the Fuchun River, the river and sky are very beautiful. In autumn and winter, there is often fog, it is really Yanyu Tongzhou, beautiful and beautiful! ✅Tongjun Mountain ⏰Opening hours: All day 💳Ticket: Free ♦️Tongjun Mountain is in Tonglu city area, opposite the East Gate Pier, self-driving parking navigation East Gate parking lot. Tongjun Mountain is not high only about 60 meters, the top of the mountain has Tongjun Temple, Phoenix Tower, you can overlook the Fuchun River scenery. There is a popular coffee shop on the top of the mountain where you can rest and check in, overlooking the beautiful scenery of the Fuchun River. This is also the holy land of the ancestor of Chinese medicine. ✅Yan Ziling Fishing Platform (Fuchun River Small Three Gorges) 💳Boat + ticket 125 yuan You can take a boat to tour the Fuchun River, after Yan Ziling you can climb to the top of the mountain to overlook the Fuchun River scenery. The river here is very open, boats coming and going, diagonally opposite is the Fuchun River Power Station, magnificent. I personally do not recommend spending money to visit, except for the experience of boat tours, other beautiful scenery can be replaced outside the scenic area. ✅Jiangnan Longmen Bay 💳Boat + ticket 80 yuan (it is said that those who have booked a homestay can be discounted to 60) The water here is green, the arch bridge and the ancient tower are very photogenic (you can also take pictures without entering the scenic area). ✅Tonglu cloud9 Cloud Outside Homestay ♦️The homestay is located in the secluded village - Qinglongwu, right opposite the popular bookstore 'Fangyu Space Capsule Bookstore'. About eight minutes walk. ♦️Cloud Outside has two very private independent courtyards, three buildings and twelve rooms of different styles, the infinity pool echoes with the popular bookstore, very beautiful for photos. There is also a chubby Labrador here, fat and cute to the extreme. ♦️In this secluded Cloud Outside Homestay, you can cook tea and sunbathe around the stove, or you can go to the popular bookstore for a cup of coffee, stay here for a few days, enjoy the mood of emptying yourself. 👉Due to space limitations, the next article is a self-driving route guide for Tonglu ancient villages.

| The ancient trail of Maling along the Fuchun River is a stunningly beautiful light hiking route. The Maling ancient trail in Tonglu is known as the 'beautiful light hiking route along the Fuchun River' and is a beginner-friendly hiking route for outdoor enthusiasts in the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai area. It is easily accessible, whether it's a 3.5-hour drive from Shanghai or a 1.5-hour drive from the downtown area of Hangzhou. 🚗 Self-driving We chose to rent a car from the Hello rental platform and drove directly from Shanghai, which was very convenient for carrying travel gear and pets. Hello rental is cost-effective, with flexible pick-up and return, making it very suitable for workers' short-distance travel. 🚄 Other travel options Take the high-speed train to Tonglu Station, and then you can choose to take a taxi or rent a car to drive yourself. 🗺️ Map Navigation Navigate to Shishe Village-Lucizhuang in Tonglu County. 🏞️ Hiking Information Hiking distance: 0km-3.5km-12km. Climbing height: less than 100m, beginner-friendly. Hiking duration: about 4-5 hours in total. Water-crossing sections: There are 4 water-crossing sections along the route, it is recommended to prepare proper water-crossing shoes and socks. 🎨 Scenery Along the Way Throughout history, many literati have left their poems and paintings along the Fuchun River, and the most beautiful part is in Tonglu! The scenery along the Maling ancient trail is breathtaking, with the babbling blue streams underfoot, truly realizing the experience of 'traveling through mountains and playing with water'. 🚶‍♂️ Hiking Route - Recommended hiking route: Shishe Village-Maoping.

In Hangzhou, there is such a place, separated from the shore for thousands of years, primitive and simple; here, the island is shaded by green trees, and the banks are lined with willows. Here, the fishing boats sing at dusk, resembling a paradise; here; you can encounter the most beautiful pristine scenery, walk among the greenery of the woods, witness the lush greenery with your own eyes, and hear the light chirping of birds; in this natural oxygen bar, even if you do nothing, it is a purifying lung-cleansing journey, quietly feeling the passage of time, which is a rare and beautiful thing. Here, to approach nature to the greatest extent, to embrace nature with all your heart, to revisit the passion and beauty that were once overlooked in life; let time flow through the Fuchun River, let the years become gentle and slow, I think there should be nothing more comfortable than this!

Spring is the time to enjoy cherry blossoms, and there's no need to go to Dali's Unlimited Mountain or Fujian's Yongfu Cherry Blossom Garden, as Hangzhou now has its own cherry blossom tea garden! Located in Fuyang's Bashan Village, the last wave of late cherry blossoms is in full bloom, adorning the lush tea gardens. During the Qingming holiday, the late cherry blossoms here are blooming at their best, expected to last until around the 12th. If you're lucky, you might even see morning mist, and the scenery here is breathtaking. 🚗 Travel Tips - Address: Bashan Village, Fuyang, Hangzhou, about 1.5 hours from Hangzhou city center. - Navigate to "Bashan Mountain Trail Parking Lot," then you can continue driving along the mountain road to the tea garden, to "Guan Cha Pavilion." - Note: Do not navigate directly to "Guan Cha Pavilion," as this road is not passable, with narrow one-way traffic! 🚶‍♂️ For those who are physically fit, hiking up the mountain - Hiking suggestion: You can park your car in the village and hike up the mountain, enjoying the scenery along the way.

If you haven't seen it with your own eyes, it's really hard to believe this is in Hangzhou The vast rapeseed fields along the Fuchun River merge into one Creating a unique and romantic landscape in spring From an aerial perspective, this place looks like a painting Green mountains, clear waters, sandbars, and countryside, all are scenes from the painting. ▪️ Flowering period: Mid to late March - April ▪️ The photos are from previous years, this year's are about to bloom! ▪️ Recommended aerial photography + telephoto lens 📍 Xintong Township, Fuyang District, Hangzhou City, Hangzhou 🚗 Self-driving, 40 minutes from downtown Hangzhou 🚌 Public transportation: Take Hangzhou Metro Line 6 to the terminal station 'Guihua West Road', then take a taxi or the 2115 bus 🌼 More than 3,000 acres of golden rapeseed flowers along the riverbank, including some multicolored rapeseed flowers ℹ️ Nearby is also Xiaotongzhou Island, where you can watch the sunset over the Fuchun River, and Dongzigu Village - the village in Wu Guanzhong's paintings.

In Zhejiang, I finally found the dreamy, stunning flower fields I had been searching for😭😭😭, where vast expanses of rapeseed flowers are like a golden ocean. They complement the tranquil Fuchun River and the distant mountains, which are dark like ink, creating a scene akin to a beautiful oil painting🖼️. Every household here grows rapeseed flowers, as if by an agreement, enveloping the entire countryside in a golden sea of blossoms. The flowering period of the rapeseed flowers lasts from mid-March to mid-April. When I arrived, about 30% of the flowers had bloomed, and it's hard to imagine how beautiful it will be when they are fully in bloom‼️ Besides admiring the rapeseed flowers, one can also stroll along the banks of the Fuchun River, feeling the tranquility and timelessness of the water; or camp at 'Mountain Residence Deer Realm', with the river on one side and the rapeseed fields on the other, and high mountains in the distance. Cycling enthusiasts can also enjoy the experience here, as there are special cycling paths, which are very suitable for family outings, walking with children, and couples can also come here to take photos. Not only are there rapeseed fields here, but not far away, Dongziguang Village is also a gathering place for ancient villages that are thousands of years old. Here, one can experience the new Hangzhou-style residences and taste the local river delicacies. If there's still time, one can head to the mysterious ancient town a few kilometers away. This ancient village, which was established during the Southern Song Dynasty, still retains ancient buildings from the Ming, Qing, and Republic of China periods. It has a unique water system, with canals, wells, ponds, and hidden channels everywhere, as well as exquisitely carved wooden ancient buildings and old streets paved with cobblestones. Here, one can feel the unique charm of that era. 🏃🏻One-day trip itinerary: Fuyang Baojiqi Village (rapeseed flowers) —— Dongziguang Village —— Mysterious Ancient Town 🚗Transportation: Self-driving is recommended 🚇: Take Hangzhou Line 6 to Guihua West Road Exit E, then transfer to bus 2115 to Baojiqi Farmers Market 📍Location: Baojiqi Village/Mountain Residence Deer Realm

📍About Tonglu China's most beautiful small county town, the real-life setting of Fuchun Mountains Residence, where the Fuchun River divides this small town into a city and ancient villages. With verdant mountains, clear waters, a long history, and a serene environment, every spot is a lively landscape painting. Come here to experience the leisurely slow life of the countryside🗾. 🗺️Two-Day One-Night Itinerary D1: Check into a hotel in Tonglu - Yan Ziling Fishing Platform - Tongjun Mountain D2: Daqi Mountain National Forest Park - Qinglongwu - Shishe Ancient Village 🎨Highlights of the Two-Day One-Night Itinerary ✅Boating on the Fuchun River, checking in at the Yan Ziling Fishing Platform visited by Deng Chao and Sun Li, and experiencing the feeling of being in a painting while on a boat. ✅Visiting the most secluded Shishe Village on the Fuchun River🏡, conversing with the ancient village nestled in the mountains and forests. ✅Going to Zhejiang's 'Little Jiuzhaigou' Daqi Mountain National Forest Park, breathing fresh air, and checking in at popular photo spots. ✅Deeply exploring the local delicacies of Tonglu, with grey soup zongzi, xiaolongbao, Shishe rice sieve crawlers, and many other delicacies waiting for you to taste. ✅Heading to the artistic village of Qinglongwu, climbing the lookout tower, visiting the Yan Youji Rural Capsule Travel Agency Bookstore📖, and taking a moment to relax. ✅Visiting Tongjun Mountain by the Fuchun River, capturing the sunset beauty of Tonglu in one glance. ✅Staying at the Pear Snail Holiday Villa🛏️, with five-star quality to make your trip more comfortable. 🏨Pear Snail Holiday Villa (Tonglu Daqi Mountain Store) 🏞Backed by mountains and facing a lake, the environment is beautiful, featuring a distinctive Chinese landscape courtyard, with separate villas for a peaceful stay away from worries. 🏯The store currently has two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom villas, meeting the accommodation needs of different groups such as couples, girlfriends, families, and team building. ⚠️Travel tips ✅Tonglu is geographically part of Hangzhou, but it takes about 1h to reach from Hangzhou city center. ✅The local attractions in Tonglu are quite scattered, so self-driving and joining a tour group are both good choices. ✅The Tonglu subway station is not yet operational, so you can only take a bus or drive yourself.

Sharing my Fuchun River child-walking strategy, you can also follow our route DAY1 Fuyang Station - Huang Gongwang's Hermitage - Riverside Greenway Huang Gongwang's Hermitage Hidden deep in the mountains and forests, full of wild charm, no wonder Huang Gongwang chose this place as his hermitage. You can also take your child to visit the Huang Gongwang Memorial Hall, sit in the Xiaodongtian and Nanlou Study, and feel the breeze of the mountains and the sound of birdsong. Riverside Greenway In the afternoon, take a light hike along the Fuchun River, the weather is so comfortable~ Walking along the river, there are few tourists, very quiet, listening to the birds in the mountains, the lake reflecting the mountains, about 3 kilometers, all the way to Fangwai·Xixi Fen. Accommodation: Qiantan Tea Garden Homestay DAY2 Qiantan Town - Meicheng Tea Garden In the morning, you can visit the tea garden behind the mountain, the tea garden is very quiet in the early morning. Fuchun River Small Three Gorges Take a boat trip on the river, with green mountains and clear waters right before your eyes, as if you have entered the landscape of Fuchun Mountain Residence, walking through the Hulu Xia, feeling the refreshing spirit far from the city. Greenway Light Hiking Walk along the greenway, every step accompanied by cedar and water fir, the forest dyed in layers, the lake reflecting the forest, exuding a quiet Zen atmosphere. Meicheng Ancient Town Stroll and eat in Meicheng Ancient Town, visit the corridors and courtyards, Si Fan archway, Jiande Hou archway, and other historical sites