5 trips to Shaoxing, and here's what I learned! A city inspired by a song

In February, the spring chill has not yet dissipated, but Shaoxing is like a poetic ink painting, slowly unfolding its gentleness and beauty, attracting travelers from all over the world. Perhaps you came to this land because of the song "Phoenix Hairpin", "Red hands, yellow wine, the city is full of spring colors and willows on the palace walls", the tragic love story of Lu You and Tang Wan flows in these few words, and also makes the city of Shaoxing stained with romantic and sad colors, making people eager to come and start a journey to explore the ancient and mysterious 🎉. Itinerary Overview Day 1: Lu Xun's Hometown - Shen Garden - Cangqiao Straight Street Day 2: East Lake - Dayu Mausoleum - Shaoxing Museum Day 3: Anchang Ancient Town Daily Itinerary Day 1: Literary Impressions, Love Poems Arrive in Shaoxing in the morning and head to Lu Xun's Hometown 🏮. This is where Mr. Lu Xun lived as a teenager, and when you walk into the Hundred Herb Garden, you can almost see the boy catching insects and birds; when you step into the Three Flavor Study, the desk where Mr. Lu Xun carved the word "early" is quietly placed, making you think of the sound of reading aloud in those days. Walk through the streets and alleys and feel the strong cultural atmosphere. In the afternoon, head to Shen Garden, a Jiangnan garden famous for the tragic love story of Lu You and Tang Wan. Stroll through the garden, stop in front of the "Phoenix Hairpin" stele, and read the two ancient poems, as if you can see the scene of the two meeting and parting again, and you can't help but sigh for the fate of this couple 😢. The pavilions, rockeries, and water pavilions in the garden all exude the gentleness and elegance of Jiangnan. In the evening, come to Cangqiao Straight Street, where the bluestone road winds and the street is lined with quaint shops. The air is filled with the aroma of Shaoxing's specialty snacks 😋, stinky tofu "smells stinky but tastes delicious", crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, dipped in sweet sauce, with a unique flavor; there is also yellow wine popsicle, the rich yellow wine flavor and milk fragrance intertwined, take a bite, refreshing and intoxicating, while shopping and eating, feel the fireworks of Shaoxing. Day 2: Lakes and Mountains, Exploring Ancient Sites After breakfast, head to East Lake 🌳, where the mountains and waters are beautiful and the cliffs are steep, take a black awning boat through it, the oars sway, and the water ripples. The boatman hums a Shaoxing tune, leisurely and comfortable. Along the way, enjoy the unique stone scenery, the Fairy Peach Cave is like the entrance to a fairyland, and the Tao Gong Cave is deep and mysterious, as if you are in a paradise. Then head to Dayu Mausoleum, the burial place of Dayu, the hero of water control of the Chinese nation, the mausoleum area is solemn and solemn. Climb the steps, admire the statue of Dayu, feel his great achievements in water control for the people, and a sense of respect for the ancient sages arises spontaneously. In the afternoon, walk into the Shaoxing Museum 📜, where there are rich collections, from ancient stone tools to modern paintings and calligraphy, comprehensively showing the historical changes and cultural development of the Shaoxing area, as if stepping into the ocean of knowledge, talking to history, and deeply understanding the heritage of this city. Day 3: Leisurely Stroll in Ancient Town, Folk Experience In the morning, head to Anchang Ancient Town, a town that retains the original flavor of the water town, with sausages hanging from the eaves and a dazzling array of sauces. Stroll along the ancient street by the river, the black awning boat slowly paddles through the river, creating ripples. Walk into the Master Hall to learn about the history and culture of the unique group of Shaoxing masters; you can also watch the production process of pulling white sugar and brewing wine in traditional handicraft workshops, experience folk customs, taste the food of the ancient town, feel the leisurely slow life of the ancient town, and draw a perfect end to the trip to Shaoxing 🎉. Travel Tips 1. The temperature difference between morning and evening in Shaoxing in February is large, remember to bring a warm coat 🧣, convenient to add or remove clothes at any time. 2. When taking a black awning boat, pay attention to safety and follow the boatman's instructions. 3. Shaoxing cuisine mostly uses yellow wine, so drivers need to pay attention. The city has convenient transportation, and buses basically cover the attractions, download the "Shaoxing Bus" APP for convenient travel 🚍. Shaoxing, a city that carries a thousand years of culture and deep stories, with the sad melody of "Phoenix Hairpin", is waiting for every traveler who yearns for a poetic life and pursues historical traces. In February, pack your bags and come here to start your own Shaoxing story 💖.