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The truth hurts, but this is the reality of Haining...

In April, Haining is full of spring 🌱, with blooming flowers 🌸. This city, full of Jiangnan charm and the appeal of tide culture, is welcoming tourists in its most beautiful form. Receive this guide and start your wonderful journey to Haining ✨ Itinerary Day 1: Experience Tide Culture and Ancient Town Charm Morning: After arriving in Haining, head to Yanguan Tourist Resort 🌊, which is an excellent place to watch the Qiantang River tide. Although April is not the peak tide season, the vastness of the river is still shocking. Visit the Seawall Relics Museum to learn about the history of the ancients fighting against the tide. Noon: Taste Haining's special delicacies in Yanguan Ancient Town. The jarred meat is bright red in color and fatty but not greasy 🥩; the banquet balls are fresh, tender, and elastic. Pair them with a bowl of fragrant dried vegetable soup for a full sense of happiness 😋. Afternoon: Stroll through Yanguan Ancient Town. The ancient buildings with white walls and black tiles are scattered in an orderly manner. Check in at Chen Gelao's Residence to feel the charm of ancient Qing Dynasty architecture, and experience traditional Confucian culture at the Confucius Temple and Academy. Day 2: Encounter Nature and Leather Fashion Morning: Go to Juanhu Park. In April, Juanhu Lake is rippling with blue waves, and cherry blossoms and crabapple flowers are in full bloom on the lakeside 🌸. Rent a bicycle 🚲 and ride around the lake, feeling the spring breeze on your face, or have a picnic by the lake and enjoy a leisurely time. Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Juanhu Lake and try Haining Gang Ya Gou's dim sum. The pan-fried buns are full of juice, and the steamed dumplings have thin skins and large fillings. Afternoon: Come to Haining China Leather City 🛍️, a paradise of fashion with a wide variety of leather products. Even if you don't shop, you can still feel the pulse of Haining's fashion by strolling around the design-rich venues. Day 3: Taste Humanities and Rural Wildness Morning: Visit the former residence of Xu Zhimo, and enter the place where this romantic poet grew up. Through the exhibits in the former residence, feel his talent and stories 📖. Noon: Taste Haining jarred meat noodles in the city. The chewy noodles are served with soft and glutinous jarred meat, which is very delicious. Afternoon: Go to Liangjiadun, a beautiful village full of the characteristics of Jiangnan water towns. Stroll along the village paths, admire the white-walled and black-tiled farmhouses, and experience the fun of picking seasonal fruits 🍓 and feel the pastoral scenery. Recommended Accommodation 1. Yanguan Ancient Town: ◦ Haining Qianjiang Junting Hotel: Adjacent to the Qiantang River, some rooms offer direct views of the river 🛏️. The hotel has complete facilities and attentive service. ◦ Yanguan Kaiyuan Manju Hotel: Located in the core area of the ancient town, it is convenient for travel. The rooms are quaint and full of Jiangnan charm. 2. City area: ◦ Haining Langham Place: High-end and grand, with convenient shopping and dining options nearby. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, suitable for tourists who pursue quality. Things to Do in Haining ✅ Feel the magnificence of the Qiantang River and learn about tide culture in Yanguan. ✅ Stroll through Yanguan Ancient Town, check in at historical buildings, and experience the charm of Jiangnan. ✅ Enjoy a spring picnic in Juanhu Park and embrace nature. ✅ Visit Haining China Leather City and feel the charm of fashion. ✅ Visit the former residence of Xu Zhimo and follow in the footsteps of the poet. Precautions The weather in Haining in April is changeable, so remember to bring rain gear 🌂 and a light jacket 🧥. Before going to the scenic spot, check the opening hours and ticket information 🎫 in advance. When shopping in Leather City, pay attention to the quality and price of goods and consume rationally. During the tour, protect the environment and travel in a civilized manner 🌳.
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Posted: Apr 10, 2025
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