For my first journey in life, I chose the Tengwang Pavilion in Jiangxi

August 2011 marked the first trip of my life. As a young man from a small fifth-tier city in Heilongjiang, Northeast China, I opted for the Tengwang Pavilion in Nanchang, Jiangxi, thousands of kilometers away. If you ask why my first trip was so far away, and why I didn't visit the neighboring provinces of Jilin and Liaoning, it might be because my favorite poet is Wang Bo, and my favorite piece of ancient poetry is the 'Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng'. - As one of China's four famous towers, the Tengwang Pavilion, compared to 2011, not only allows free entry for those who can recite the full text but also offers night tours and a large-scale live-action stage drama called 'Dream-seeking at the Tengwang Pavilion'. At dusk, you can witness the beauty of 'the setting sun and the solitary wild ducks flying together, the autumn water sharing the same color as the vast sky'; after nightfall, the stage drama and the well-placed lights of the Tengwang Pavilion transport you back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty, to the 'land of abundance and spirit' described by Wang Bo in his 'Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng'. - The 'Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng' was not a piece of poetry I had to recite in full during my school days, but I knew every word, every sentence, and every allusion by heart. My favorite part is not the famous 'the setting sun and the solitary wild ducks flying together, the autumn water sharing the same color as the vast sky', but 'one should strive to become stronger in old age, and never shift from the ambition of a white-haired man; one should be firmer when in poverty, and never lose the aspiration to reach the clouds'. This line has also inspired me throughout my youth, reminding me to never forget my aspirations, even though I was just a poor boy without any outstanding talents. - Now, twelve years have passed since my first visit to the Pavilion. Back then, I was a poor kid who needed monthly financial support from my family for a living expense of over a thousand yuan. Now, through my own efforts, without asking for money from my family, I have settled in Suzhou with my own house and car. I am grateful that traveling has broadened my horizons and worldview, and has strengthened my 'aspiration to reach the clouds'. I hope you, who are reading this, feel the same way. Even if you feel as ordinary as grass now, you can still harbor the thoughts of the stars and shine brightly in the days to come. - 【Scenic Area Information】 Tickets: Free with a recitation of the full text of the Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng, 50 yuan for daytime, 80 yuan for nighttime. The Nanchang Culture and Tourism Pass is available for free admission. Opening hours: 7:30-22:00 - 【Travel tips】 1. It is recommended to wear light-colored clothing or ancient-style costumes for taking photos with an ancient vibe. 2. The sunset and twilight between 16:00-18:00 are the best times to capture the evening glow and sunset at the Tengwang Pavilion, along with ancient poetry. 3. The night view of the Tengwang Pavilion is even more beautiful, reminiscent of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. You can visit the Jiangyou Theater and the Jiangyou Cultural Digital Experience Hall, enjoy a drink and learn about Jiangyou culture, understand the 'land of abundance and spirit' of the Jiangyou region, and experience and capture the immersive content of the Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng in the digital experience hall.