No. 9 Yuxian Road, Xueyu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City
Opening times:
Open tomorrow at 09:30-21:00(Admission ends at 20:00)Closed Today
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 days
Phone:
400-809-7788
Compared to Wuzhen, I love this carefree and joyful Xianxia town even more
I have always preferred ancient and quaint Chinese-style towns.
During the summer vacation, I didn't want to go to overly popular places crowded with people,
so I opted for reverse tourism
and discovered this fun, interesting, and niche Xianxia Chinese-style town!
I had an immersive experience of the carefree life depicted in Xianxia dramas.
🚗: Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City • Dao Tianxia
🚄: Take the high-speed train to Jintan Station and then take a taxi to the destination.
This summer, the way to play has also been upgraded!
Here is a 2-day, 1-night summer travel route for everyone:
Day 1: Check into the scenic area hotel—explore and take photos in the scenic area—have dinner at the Jianghu Feast—enjoy the Xiaoyao You Fireworks Show—experience the Pear Blossom Illusion Light and Shadow Show
Day 2: Boat ride on the lake—play with water at Kanshui Fa—drift at Kundi Valley—return trip
Super impressive summer projects
✅ Xiaoyao You Fireworks Show—Midsummer Fireworks Festival
The grand finale! A must-see in the scenic area, at the Taiji Plaza ☯️, featuring water screen projections and a water stage, combined with colorful fireworks, presenting a Xianxia love story that spans thousands of years.
✅ Kanshui Fa & Kundi Valley
A cool and comfortable water park, perfect for summer with drifting, water play, and water gun fights. The best part is that you can enjoy unlimited drifting!
✅ Jianghu Feast
Enjoy delicious food while watching exciting martial arts performances. Diners are divided into different sects for interaction, making it super fun and allowing you to indulge in a martial arts fantasy.
✅ Light and Shadow • Dao Xing
An immersive light and shadow show with various NPC characters appearing. The interactive performances and scenery perfectly blend to create a dreamlike Xianxia world.
Favorite photo spots to share
1️⃣ Flower Waterfall at Xiquan Pavilion 2️⃣ Both sides of Xiquan Pavilion 3️⃣ Side of the Salt Palace 4️⃣ Outside the Spring Bamboo Courtyard 5️⃣ Lantern Walkway
🏨 About accommodation
We stayed at the Spring Bamboo Courtyard in the scenic area. The courtyard is quiet and pleasant, with shuttle buses to and from the scenic area. It is located right next to Xiquan Pavilion, making it very convenient to go anywhere.
Travel tips
For ancient town outfits, it is recommended to wear traditional or modern Chinese-style clothing for better photos.
Prepare raincoats and change of clothes in advance for drifting.
If staying in the park, remember to enter through the Zhuque Gate.
reyna_5365
I regret not coming earlier | Immersive experience of the fairy theme fairy town
Anyone who doesn't know about the carefree fairy town in Maoshan, Changzhou, Jiangsu, I will really cry, it's too beautiful!
Why did I only come now
Feels like I've arrived in the fairy sword
Various ancient style performances, really don't be too absolute
Two days and one night is just right
There are places to live in the scenic area
Oriental Salt Lake City·Dao World
Address: No. 9 Visit Xian Road, Xuebu Town, Maoshan Tourist Resort, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province
Transportation: Navigate to the Suzaku Gate parking lot for hotel guests, the hotel is free of tickets and very cost-effective
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Travel Strategy
10:00 Morning Bell and Drum
Classical dance by the White Cloud Lake, overall very imposing
Looks super aesthetic, can't help but keep shooting
10:30 'Curved Water Flowing Cup'
Finally felt the joy of ancient literati and ink guests
Share poetry and culture between mountains and rivers
11:00 'Ji Salt Holy Land'
Taste the Taoist 'body, mind, and spirit' three levels of extreme cultivation, that moment the whole person is particularly peaceful
11:30 'Hip Hop Tao' hilarious plot
A loving, righteous and interesting story is performed in 'hip hop language'
It's quite interesting
15:00//19:00 'Group Yinghui'
Peking Opera face change, Wu Song fights the tiger... a wonderful performance that both the old and the young love to watch
19:30-21:00 'Fairy Tour'
The fairy-like scene in Journey to the West was finally seen by me in real life
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Ace Performance·Carefree Tour+Fireworks Show (20:00)
This is a must-see, it really is an ace
A fairy love story that travels through the rivers and lakes for a thousand years is displayed with water curtain projection and water stage
Accompanied by a large-scale fireworks show
It's really beautiful!
Shout out that this trip is too worth it!
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During the National Day, there is a national style grand ceremony, the Wei and Jin immersive script kills you in minutes, there are many NPCs to interact with, you can also meet stars and drink national style internet celebrities, and there are song and dance performances, so rich and wonderful~
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Accommodation
There are many choices for hotels, this time I stayed at the Xi Feng Lu of the Mountain Hidden Hotel
It's very quiet in the deepest part of the scenic area
The spacious and clean room also has a balcony
You can drink tea and enjoy the beautiful scenery outside the window!
It's too comfortable!
Zoey Carter
In the winter, the sky is darker. It takes about 4:30 in the afternoon to drive to Salt Lake City. Entering the scenic spot, the Hua Deng is at the beginning, and the quaint buildings are illuminated by the lights! Part of the reflection in the water, very beautiful! Strolling in the scenic area, there is a feeling of being in a paradise. The quaint insect two inn sings the fairy monks in front of the flower, and the night in the courtyard, toasting the moon. Under the eaves, the umbrella lanterns are hung in ancient times, and the ancient scenes are restored. The nights are bright and the lights are bright. The people in the neighborhood gather together. The night is cool, and the spring is full of moonlight. The couple's twin room named "Fenghua", the red yarn plaque in front of the bedside pillow, the style of Shuicun Mountain Guo wine flag, the antique building community overlooking the window, the atmosphere is magnificent, no one who comes here will not be intoxicated, in front of the window sill Looking through the columns, red lanterns and quaint wooden carved doors come into view, Jiangnan cloth women gently passing the figure from the corridor in front of the door, good NICE! I like it very much. Around 7 o'clock, the Taiji Plaza Tie Shui Dance Dragon officially began to perform, which is the ultimate goal of rushing to Salt Lake City today! With the background music playing, a few old men were shirtless. With the water show in the lake, 1000-degree molten iron was hit into the night sky, showing amazing beauty! Cheering in the audience! This moment is deeply impressed! Quiet in it...
Print creation.
There is little snow in the south of the Yangtze River. Even if it is down, it will melt soon. The snow at the beginning of this year is surprisingly good, and it has not melted for a long time.
Take the East Salt Lake City on that day, enjoy the snow scene, watch the lantern festival, but it made up for me to go to Yunnan and did not see the loss of snow in the south of the Yangtze River. Once I saw enough, there was ice icing, and the southerners really saw this. Scenes. That day 5
lilith991.
I love this carefree and leisurely town more than Suzhou.
⛰️ Step into the fairyland that is not widely known - Dongfang Salt Lake City in Jintan District, Changzhou, Jiangsu. If you love the nostalgia of traditional ancient towns and water towns, and also enjoy searching for hidden mysteries in the world, then this will be your next favorite travel destination.
🌈**Attraction Highlights**
As soon as you enter Dongfang Salt Lake City, you feel like you've traveled through time and arrived in an ancient and mysterious fairyland. The buildings are full of Taoist cultural charm, with an antique charm. Every brick and tile tells a long history and deep cultural heritage. Walking through the alleys, you can hear the whispers of the wind, the soft singing of the water, and the sound of ancient Taoist scriptures coming from afar, allowing your mind to completely relax and find peace.
👨👩👧👦**Activities**
The city's wonderful performances are a visual feast, with traditional Taoist ceremonies and exciting folk activities that make you feel like you're in a real fairyland. The carefully crafted museums are also eye-opening, with fascinating knowledge and history perfectly presented.
🌊**Salt Lake Charm**
The salt lake scenery in Dongfang Salt Lake City is like a poem. The calm lake reflects the colors of the sky, and occasionally a breeze blows, causing ripples on the surface. You can choose to take a boat ride on the lake and experience the peace and beauty, or find a pavilion by the lake and sit down to enjoy tea and the view, and enjoy the unique tranquility.
🚗**Transportation**
Getting to Dongfang Salt Lake City is convenient. From Changzhou Railway Station, you can take a direct bus or drive yourself. Self-driving tourists can take the Shanghai-Chengdu Expressway (G42) to Maoshan Exit and then easily reach their destination. For travelers coming from afar, it is recommended to take a high-speed train to Changzhou Station and then rent a car or transfer to a bus to continue your journey.
🌟**Food Recommendations**
While you're here, don't forget to taste the local cuisine. Jintan's specialties, such as Maoshan Old Goose and Taoist cuisine, are not to be missed. In addition, Jintan Sparrow Tongue Tea is also a local specialty. A cup of fragrant tea will make you feel the leisure and tranquility of this place.
⚠️**Travel Tips**
During your visit, remember to check the schedule of the performances at the scenic spot in advance and plan your route accordingly so as not to miss the highlights. The temperature at night may be lower, so remember to bring a jacket to keep warm. Also, please follow the rules of the scenic spot and be a civilized tourist to protect our environment.
💖 If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of city life and want to find a place to relax and get away from the noise, then Dongfang Salt Lake City is your best choice. Not only does it have charming natural scenery and rich cultural heritage, but it also has a unique fairyland atmosphere and mysterious aura that will attract you to explore. Step into this place and you will discover a different world!
nataliesunrise
Celebrate National Day in Changzhou's ancient town and experience the National Style Conference.
🎊National Day | National Style Conference Guide🎊
📍Address: Changzhou Oriental Salt Lake City
👘【Immersive Experience】
Put on ancient costumes and immerse yourself in the bustling world with NPCs, as if you have traveled back to ancient times.
🥋【Dao Bo Square】
Various grandmasters make a domineering appearance, Chinese martial arts passionately collide, and it's absolutely wonderful. Feel the charm of Chinese martial arts and get your blood boiling.
👬【Street Interaction】
On the street, heroes and masters from various sects interact and compete with each other, showing their unique skills. Only people from the rivers and lakes can understand the passionate atmosphere.
🌸【Tai Chi Square】
Move to Tai Chi Square and witness the heroic charm of Mulan. She is heroic and awe-inspiring.
🎨【Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience】
In the paper flower array, experience the intangible cultural heritage of paper cutting; in the Dui Cang, make intangible cultural heritage salt paintings, and continue the local customs of Maoshan.
🎶【National Music Conference】
The National Music Conference is unique. Play national style instruments and play swing music, immersing people in ancient and fashionable charm.
🎇【Xiaoyao You Performance】
As the lights come on, Xiaoyao You also begins to perform. Dancers from ancient times, waving water sleeves, fireworks rushing into the night sky with the melody, fireworks blooming all over the town, it's a feast for the eyes.
Here, regardless of the rules of the rivers and lakes, just be free and easy at this moment, and enjoy the national style Xiaoyao journey.
NovaWanderlust_32
Is this traveling back to ancient times? No! We've come to the fairy town of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai
Friends! Today we are going to take you back to ancient times and experience the charm of Dongfang Salt Lake City. Imagine, it's only about 1-3 hours' drive from Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Nanjing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Jiaxing, and Huzhou, or you can take the high-speed train to Wawu Mountain and then take a taxi, super convenient! 🚗💨
It is recommended to stay directly in the scenic area, so you can have more fun in two days. Remember to go to Xiquan Pavilion before 9:30 and after 21:30, when there are not many tourists, and the mist makes it feel like you have really returned to ancient times. Standing in the middle of the cascading waterfalls and taking a picture, it's amazing! 🕰️💦
The Maoyan Wharf at night has a unique charm, with lanterns lighting up the night sky of the ancient town. Standing on the opposite boardwalk, almost no one will disturb your photo-taking moment. The Yueyan Palace at sunset is also a must-visit place, with red walls and golden tiles looking particularly magnificent in the afterglow of the setting sun. 🌇🏛️
Don't forget the wonderful performances of 'Xiaoyao You' and 'Xianyou Ji', especially the fireworks show at 20:15, with fireworks all over the sky like a galaxy, making people feel excited! There is also the fairy parade and interactive photo-taking on Saturdays, don't miss it when you come! 🎆✨
Come to Dongfang Salt Lake City, lie down in the mountains and rivers with me, travel through time and space, and discover the colors of the journey! 🧚♀️🌈
Marlowe_march
Unlock the Mystical Realm of Changzhou! Dongfang Salt Lake City, an Enchanting Journey Through Millennia
In this fast-paced era, do you yearn for a spontaneous escape to find that secluded paradise in Jiangnan? 🌸 Don't worry, today we will unveil the hidden treasure of Changzhou Jintan - Dongfang Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia, a magnificent feast that blends natural beauty with ancient elegance! 🎉
📍Location
No. 9 Fangxian Road, Xuebu Town, Maoshan Tourist Resort, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province, a magical place that seems to have walked out of an ancient painting. 🏞️
🚗Transportation
Self-driving: If you are departing from Hangzhou, it only takes 2.5 hours by car to easily reach this earthly paradise. 🚗
High-speed train: Choose the high-speed train to Jintan Station, and after getting off, take a taxi for less than half an hour to embrace the tranquility between the mountains and waters. 🚅
👍️Must-visit Attractions
Mountain Sea Flower Waterfall (Xiquan Pavilion): Stepping into here feels like entering the set of a fantasy drama, with mist swirling and an ethereal atmosphere. Sitting on the same chair as Wang Xizhi, sipping a cup of fragrant tea, and listening to ancient music, every photo can capture a fairy-like scene! 📸
Maoyan Wharf: As night falls, under the blue lights, flower boats slowly pass by the wharf, with reflections on the water and lights on the shore complementing each other, magnifying the charm of the Jiangnan water town. Whether aerial or ground photography, you can capture heartwarming scenes. 🌌
National Style Performances: Don't miss "Xiaoyao You", "Jianghu Feast", and "Hip-hop Dao", each one is a visual and auditory feast, allowing you to experience the grandeur and elegance of the ancient Jianghu. 🎭
🎟️Ticket Information
Adult Ticket: Only 150 yuan per person, super cost-effective!
Child Ticket: 100 yuan per person, children can also enjoy this time-travel journey.
Accommodation Special: Stay in the scenic area hotel and get two free adult tickets, it's a great deal! 🏨
💗Other Tips
Food Guide: Don't forget to try the seasonal delicacies here, especially the flower cakes. One bite, and your mouth is filled with floral fragrance, it's an ultimate taste enjoyment! 🍰
Beauty Interaction: In spring, the Mountain Sea Flower Waterfall and Wei Jin style NPCs intertwine, as if traveling back to ancient times. Remember to interact with these high-value NPCs, you might get unexpected surprises! 💖
Best Visiting Time: It is recommended to enter the park in the afternoon, first visit the Mountain Sea Flower Waterfall and Maoyan Wharf, and then enjoy the national style performances in the evening, experiencing a complete journey from day to night. 🌅
In Dongfang Salt Lake City, time seems to slow down, making people forget the hustle and bustle, and immerse in this tranquility and beauty. Whether traveling with friends or family, this place can become an unforgettable memory in your hearts. 👨👩👧👦
So, don't hesitate any longer, pack your bags, and set off immediately! Dongfang Salt Lake City is waiting for you to encounter an enchanting journey through millennia! 🌟
DARWIN SANDERS
Can't hide it anymore, the Xianxia town at the foot of Maoshan in Changzhou is absolutely amazing
🏠Name: Maoshan Dongfang Salt Lake City
📍Address: No. 9 Fangxian Road, Jintan District, Changzhou City
🚗Transportation: Within 2 hours drive from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, the scenic area has a parking lot
⏰Time: 9:30-20:30, entry stops at 19:00
⭐️Highlights:
🌻If you love watching martial arts and Xianxia dramas, don't miss it‼️ The address itself has a great atmosphere, 'Fangxian Road', the road to visit immortals~
🌻Located at the foot of Maoshan, the Xianxia amusement park offers almost all amusement facilities and 11 projects with just one ticket, including Morning Bell and Evening Drum, Jiji Land, Hip-hop Road, Water and Fire Integration, Qiantian Dome, Salt Storage (Salt Painting), Kan Water Method, Kan Water Method Water Play > Chinese Taoist Culture Museum, Knowledge Workshop, Laoxian Building, etc. You can experience grand performances and various aspects of Chinese culture in this elegant Xianxia small town.
🌻There are many performances and many NPCs, making it very suitable for weekend trips with kids and family outings. Wearing Hanfu is perfect for taking photos~
Price-~Avery
Changzhou offers the experience of a real-life Xianxia crossing world at Salt Lake City
🏨 Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City
📍Detailed Address:
No. 9 Fangxian Road, Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province
🚉Transportation Guide:
Take the high-speed train to Jintan Station, then take a taxi for half an hour to reach the real-life Xianxia world, a dreamlike city that never sleeps with dazzling fireworks‼
🗓Itinerary:
Start the day with the full ceremonial feeling of morning bells and evening drums, stroll through the New Year market, and attend a romantic wedding exclusive to Chinese people, the "Xianzhen Happy Event."
Watch the "Yuedan Review" Wei-Jin performance, listen to the legendary story of "Mulan," have a chance encounter with Tao Yuanming for a chat and poetry, write couplets with Wang Xizhi, and find a fortune teller for a fun divination!
As night falls, the intangible cultural heritage Bench Dragon spirals in the carefree Xianzhen, with the Phoenix Dance in the sky, creating a scene of dragon and phoenix prosperity. Fireworks are within reach, and the whole city is filled with a rain of fireworks.
Amidst the lights of thousands of homes, release a lantern at the pier, letting the flowing water carry our blessings.
🍽Dining Recommendations:
Life is not only hot and boiling, but also the Thousand Pot Feast here. The hot pot is truly unique, with various martial arts NPCs interacting in turn, making it a lively and exciting experience!
Photo Spots:
Xiquan Pavilion: A stepped waterfall curtain, with a high pavilion above, which famous sect of the Jianghu could it be?
Maoyan Pier: The sunset view is very beautiful, with strings of yellow lanterns making for great photos.
Taiji Square: There are performances at Taiji Square, lively and cheerful, feeling the enthusiasm and simplicity of the mountain people. You can also go on stage to dance together, with fireworks enveloping the surroundings, the phoenix reborn and flying, giving a unique New Year flavor and beauty.
📝Tips:
It is recommended to wear traditional Hanfu, as the streets are full of girls in Hanfu or wearing tiger head hats. Day and night tours have different flavors, so it is recommended to arrange two days and one night to fully enjoy the experience!
WanderlustVoyager123
In Jiangsu! Travel to the carefree world of xianxia in just one second
While looking for filming locations around Shanghai, I discovered this place—Changzhou Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City! This is simply a paradise for xianxia fans!
Highly recommended spots to check in:
Xiquan Pavilion
My favorite and the most xianxia-like spot, with lots and lots of flowers , paired with waterfalls, phoenixes, and fishtails, it’s a perfect scene from a xianxia drama. The area around Xiquan Pavilion is great for photos.
Lantern Boardwalk
Near Xiquan Pavilion, especially charming when the lights first come on in the evening.
Shanhai Slope
A large slope, walking here in xianxia or Hanfu attire feels particularly special.
Near Chun Bamboo Courtyard
Rows of lanterns and walls covered with climbing ivy.
Daofeng Street
An ancient-style street, perfect for candid shots.
Salt Palace
A red Chinese-style building with various wonderful performances at different times of the day. The light and shadow show at night is especially spectacular.
Jianghu Feast (Xiaoyao Pavilion, where you can eat while watching performances)
Night Light and Shadow Show · Light and Shadow Dao Xing (highly recommend Pear Blossom Wonderland and Xiquan Pavilion), don’t miss Kan Shui Fa and Kun Di Gu if you’re bringing kids, where they can play with water and drift , kids will love it.
We stayed one night in the scenic area, where the homestay had evening craft activities and prepared mung bean soup for us. Staying in the scenic area includes two tickets to the scenic area.
Scenic Area: Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City · Dao Tianxia
Business Hours: 9:30-21:00, last entry at 20:00.
QuillanME
The most beautiful Xianxia town around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai
😏Address: Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City
🎫|Tickets:
Afternoon session: 15:00~20:00 99💰/person
Full day session: 140💰/person
✅Must-play items: Included in the ticket
1️⃣Kundi Valley Drift: Very exciting, be sure to bring a disposable raincoat
2️⃣Qiantian Dome: 4D dome cinema, quite shocking, you need to queue
3️⃣Kan Shui Fa: Small water park, you can fish and play hand-cranked boats
4️⃣Li Huo Dian: Magic theater, with magic shows, water and fire battles, etc., you need to queue
5️⃣Dui Yan Cang (Salt Painting): You can paint salt paintings inside
6️⃣Zhen Lei Chang: There are usually performances here, you can check the schedule of the scenic spot for the day
7️⃣Paper Flower Maze: A DIY hall
✅Must-see performances:
1️⃣Xiaoyao Tour: Time according to the schedule of the day
2️⃣Hip-hop Dao
3️⃣Fireworks Show: Time: 20:15, 21:00
4️⃣Jianghu Feast: Food: 12:00, 18:00 (reservation required❗️)
✅About homestays: It is recommended to stay in the scenic area, you can enjoy the night view and watch the fireworks show at night, the night view here is very beautiful
gracecanyon
I announce that this is the best fantasy park in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai during the summer
||Unexpectedly, in Jiangsu, there is a hidden fantasy town
Ancient charm and national style permeate the mountains and forests
Here, there are not only elements of traditional culture
but also a fantasy atmosphere that transcends time and space
It feels like being in the plot of 'Chinese Paladin'
Every corner is worth savoring
Don't miss this place when you go out during the holidays!
Key information, fewer people! Fewer people! Fewer people!
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📍Location: No. 9 Fangxian Road, Xuebu Town, Maoshan Tourism Resort, Jintan District, Changzhou City
🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself. Navigate to Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City. The scenic area has parking lots and charging piles, which are very convenient.
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✅【Must-visit attractions guide】
1️⃣ Xiquan Pavilion Mountain and Sea Waterfall🌸, layers upon layers, the flowing water and the sea of flowers reflect each other, and when the mist is lingering, it feels like stepping into a fantasy world.
2️⃣ Maoyan Wharf⛵️, at sunset, overlooking the beauty of the staggered buildings.
3️⃣ The striking red Salt Palace⛩️, majestic, looks great with Hanfu.
4️⃣ Taiji Square, the night scene performance and fireworks show are great for taking pictures🤩
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✅【Recommended performances】
1️⃣ Carefree Tour
A must-see performance at Taiji Square, the stage is in the middle of the water, the stage design is really good, and there is a million-level fireworks show.
2️⃣ Pear Blossom Fantasy
Suitable for night tours, various light arrangements, and water mist, walking through it really feels like a fantasy.
3️⃣ Sacred Land of Salt
Salt blessing ceremony, this stage is surrounded by transparent glass on three sides, the actors perform in an enclosed space, integrating acrobatics with sound, light, and electricity, beautiful and dreamy, also one of my favorite performances.
4️⃣ Jianghu Feast
Martial arts-themed restaurant, you can watch martial arts performances while eating, very interactive, with opportunities to interact on stage.
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✅【Recommended photo spots】
1️⃣ Xiquan Pavilion Waterfall
The best photo spot, standing on it feels ethereal, it is recommended to wear Hanfu or other ancient-style clothing for better photo effects.
2️⃣ Maoyan Wharf
The sunset is very beautiful, a string of yellow lanterns is very photogenic, it's hard to tell if you are in ancient or modern times.
3️⃣ Zhenlei Field
There is a big drum, majestic, great for photos.
4️⃣ Boating on Baiyun Lake
There are small boats decorated with petals🚣, it's easy to capture the feeling of boating on the lake.
✅【Photography tips】
1️⃣ Wear Hanfu or other ancient-style clothing for better photo effects.
2️⃣ You can bring a drone or an extended selfie stick to shoot large scenes, or take aerial shots from a high place, making the person in the scene more photogenic.
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🏠「Accommodation Guide」
There are many hotels in the scenic area, it is recommended to stay for one night to better enjoy the night view. This time I stayed at the Salt Spring Pavilion, the environment is quiet, clean, and comfortable, and you can soak in the salt hot spring when you are tired from playing~
Gray Oliver|76
I announce that this is the most romantic Xianxia ancient town in Jiangsu
I announce‼️ this is the most romantic Xianxia ancient town in Jiangsu🌸
☀️Summer is here
It's time for a spontaneous trip🧳
This time I want to take everyone to a
Dreamlike🌸 place - Dongfang Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia
Here, not only is there a strong atmosphere of traditional Chinese🏮 culture
But also a magic that instantly transports you through time and space
Entering the scenic area
You are immediately shocked by the mountain and sea flower waterfall🌸 in front of you
As if you have entered a fairyland🌁
Every scenery🏞️ here can make people stop
Forget the hustle and bustle of the city🌿
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🔗Address: Dongfang Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia
🚍Transportation Guide: Half an hour by taxi from Jintan Station/30 minutes by taxi from Lishui Station
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🏠Two-day and one-night itinerary:
Day1️⃣ Check into the scenic hotel→Take photos in the evening→Watch the live mountain and water show 'Xiaoyao You'→Watch the fireworks show
Day2️⃣ Morning bell and evening drum→Xiquan Pavilion→Mountain and Sea Legend→Jianghu Feast→Jiyan Holy Land→Heroes Gathering→Monthly Review
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📷Photo spots:
【Xiquan Pavilion Waterfall】The flower sea waterfall🌸 here is as beautiful as a painting! Any shot is a masterpiece
【Right side of Xiquan Pavilion】On the right side of Xiquan Pavilion, you can take stunning window views on the second floor
【Xiquan Pavilion Lantern Walkway】Walking under the slightly yellow lanterns🏮 at night, it feels like traveling back to ancient times in a second
【White Cloud Boating】You can take pictures of boating on the water on a small boat🚣 decorated with petals
【Salt Palace】Taking photos under the traditional Chinese-style building with a red🔴 tone, the picture is very shocking
【Maoyan Wharf】The warm light of the lanterns under the night🌠 makes time seem to stand still.
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👗Dressing tips:
It is recommended to wear Hanfu or other ancient-style clothing to blend in with the environment, the photo effect is amazing!
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🔥【Must-see performances】
1⃣️Xiaoyao You (Taiji Square) 19:45 Fireworks show on Saturdays
2⃣️Jianghu Feast (Xiaoyao Pavilion) 12:00 and 18:00
3⃣️Hip-hop Dao (Wuyang Hall) 13:30
4⃣️Mulan Legend (Zhenlei Field to Taiji Square) 15:00
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🛍️🎫Hurry up and pack your bags, come to Dongfang Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia, and start a unique national style journey
AapoLammi
I thought Wuyuan was already beautiful enough until I came here
This summer vacation, we spent a week playing around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai with Ranmei.
At the foot of Maoshan in Changzhou, Jiangsu,
we discovered an incredibly fun Xiaoyao Xianxia Town,
as if we had traveled to the world of Chinese Paladin 3 in an instant.
Here, you can immerse yourself in the carefree life of martial arts dramas,
following only the rules of the Jianghu.
There are continuous ancient-style performances all day long.
Ranmei and I wore Hanfu and felt like we were back in the prosperous Tang Dynasty.
📍 Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City • Dao Tianxia
🔸 2 days and 1 night itinerary:
☑️ Day 1
Enter the park through Zhuque Gate and check in 👉 Get makeup done in the scenic area 👉 Xiquan Pavilion (all the main photo spots are here) 👉 18:00 / Xiaoyao Pavilion • Jianghu Feast 👉 Night tour of Pear Blossom Fantasy 👉 Light and Shadow Dao Xing 👉 20:15 / Taiji Square • Xiaoyao Tour performance ➕ Fireworks show 👉 Return to the hotel to rest
☑️ Day 2
Breakfast 👉 Jungle rafting 👉 Salt Culture Museum 👉 Cooling Museum 👉 Boating at Xianhu Pavilion 👉 Check out and go home
Must-experience items
1️⃣ Jianghu Feast
A martial arts-themed restaurant where you can watch martial arts performances while eating
2️⃣ Xiaoyao Tour ➕ Fireworks Show
A grand show combining water screen projection and stage performance, telling a story of a thousand-year-old Jianghu Xianxia romance
3️⃣ Pear Blossom Fantasy
A visual feast combining flowers, grass, and light and shadow
4️⃣ Jungle Rafting
Enjoy unlimited free rides on the jungle rafting
5️⃣ Light and Shadow Night Walk
Brilliant light and shadow installations, dance and acrobatics, and NPCs like martial artists appearing
There are also the Cooling Museum, Starry Night Market, Kan Shui Fa - Unorthodox Splash Battle, and many other summer carnival activities
🏠 Stay
Many performances are at night, so it is recommended to stay in the scenic area for one night to enjoy the whole street after the tourists leave
📷 Photo spots
✔️ Xiquan Pavilion
✔️ Salt Palace
✔️ Lake Fresh Pavilion
✔️ Taiji Square
MathiasRasmussen
This ancient town of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai is really worth visiting
Discover a treasure fairyland park in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai 🎠!
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Scenic Spot Name: Oriental Salt Lake City
💰Ticket: Night Tour 79 RMB
🚕How to get to the scenic spot?
①High-speed rail: to Jintan Station/Wawushan Station/Lishui Station + taxi
②Plane: to Nanjing Lukou Airport + taxi
③Bus: Take the 259 Oriental Salt Lake City Tourist Line from Jintan South Station
Self-driving: 1h from Changzhou city, 1.5h from Wuxi/Zhenjiang/Nanjing/Yangzhou, 2h from Suzhou, 2.5h from Hangzhou/Shanghai
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🌈Recommended Projects
1⃣Qiantian Dome - Pangu Opens the Sky Dome Cinema.
2⃣Kundi Valley - Nuwa Earth Valley Underground Palace Drifting.
3⃣Kan Shui Fa - Waterfall Cliff Water Village Water Theme for Water Play.
4⃣Li Huo Dian - Fire God Battle Magic Theater.
5⃣Dui Salt Collection - Salt Culture Museum.
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✅Must-see Performances:
1⃣Xiaoyao Tour, a live-action landscape show, located at Taiji Square
2⃣Jianghu Feast, a martial arts-themed dining show, located at Xiaoyao Pavilion
3⃣Hip-hop Dao, a hilarious kung fu comedy, located at Wuyang Hall
4⃣Mulan Legend, an immersive armor script show, located from Zhenlei Field to Taiji Square
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NPC Encounter Strategy
1⃣16:30-17:00: Water Splash Parade (Tianshi Platform - Kan Shui Fa)
2⃣17:30-18:00: Unorthodox Splash Battle (Kan Shui Fa)
3⃣19:00-19:30: Fairy Town Concert (Tianshi Platform)
4⃣19:30-19:50: Auspicious Time Music · Super Burning Night (Tianshi Platform)
*At 17:30 there will be a PK battle, with handsome brocade guards and hilarious gourd babies gathering, full of muscles on the screen, and a water splash battle full of security
BrooklynLewis
Guide to Wonderland: Changzhou Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City, Unlock Your Xianxia Filming Map!
Discovered a filming treasure near Shanghai—Changzhou Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City! 🌟 This place is simply a paradise for Xianxia enthusiasts! 🎉 The current theme is 'Chinese Paladin,' making it the perfect spot to film Zhao Ling'er! 😍
Here are some highly recommended check-in points, come and take a look!
🌸 V Xiquan Pavilion: This is my favorite and the most fairy-like place! Surrounded by a sea of flowers, with decorations like waterfalls, phoenixes, and fishtails, it perfectly recreates the scenes from Xianxia dramas. Around Xiquan Pavilion, every shot is a masterpiece.
🏮 V Lantern Walkway: Located near Xiquan Pavilion, the lanterns light up in the evening, creating an incredible atmosphere!
🌄 V Mountain and Sea Slope: A large slope where you can wear Xianxia or Hanfu costumes and feel like a character in a drama.
🎋 V Spring Bamboo Courtyard: With strings of lanterns and ivy climbing high walls, it has a retro and artistic vibe.
🏮 V Daofeng Street: This ancient-style street is perfect for casual walks and photos, every shot is beautiful.
🏯 V Salt Palace: Red Chinese-style buildings with various performances in the scenic area, and the light and shadow show at night is a must-see!
Exciting performance recommendations:
1. 🌌 Gongdao Yaoyou (Taiji Square), with fireworks shows on Saturdays!
2. 🎉 Jianghu Feast (Xiaoyao Pavilion), enjoy performances while dining, a feast for both the eyes and taste buds.
3. 🌟 Night Light and Shadow Show: Guangying Daoxing, highly recommend the Pear Blossom Fantasy and Xiquan Pavilion.
If you're bringing kids, don't miss Kanshui Method and Kundi Valley, where there's water entertainment that kids will love. 🎢
We stayed a night at the scenic area's homestay, with handmade activities and mung bean soup at night. Staying in the scenic area also gets you two free tickets, super value! 🛏️
📍 Scenic Area: Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia
🕒 Business Hours: 9:30-21:00, last entry at 20:00
HarperSutherland92
Visit Mount Mao during the Dragon Boat Festival, the fairy-tale ancient town in Dongfang Salt Lake City
Mount Mao Dongfang Salt Lake City, the entire resort is filled with ancient-style buildings of the fairy-tale ancient town, comparable to a fairyland on earth
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Wearing Hanfu to tour the garden, walking through the Wei and Jin style architectural complex, taking ancient style photos, as if stepping out of a painting
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🏜 'Attraction Recommendations'
1️⃣ Secret Realm Drifting
Put on a raincoat, shuttle through the jungle and canyons, accompanied by lush greenery, cool and refreshing to escape the heat, happiness doubled
2️⃣ Dragon and Phoenix Presenting Auspiciousness Tour around the Fairy Town
The length of the intangible cultural heritage bench dragon, the size of the dragon head, and the number of people carrying the dragon are astonishing. The phoenix reborn from the ashes, sprinkling golden light, echoes with the hundred-meter-long dragon, bringing good fortune to the mortal world
3️⃣ Sky-Full of Fireworks Leisure Tour
The sky-full of fireworks combined with the leisure tour performance is the highlight of the Dragon Boat Festival! The fireworks show paired with the ace landscape live show is endlessly fascinating
4️⃣ Jianghu Thousand Pot Banquet
The lion dance starts the event, a pot full of various flavors gathers, many Jianghu characters appear to perform, eating, drinking, and playing, surrounded by a bustling crowd, fiery and exciting
5️⃣ Jianghu Feast
Martial arts heroes show their skills, six gangs compete for the title of martial arts leader, eating while watching the martial arts conference walking on tightropes, jumping bamboo pole dances...
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🚙 'Transportation Recommendations'
🚄 High-speed train: You can get to Lishui Station, then take a Didi taxi for about 0.5h to arrive
🚘 Driving: Navigate to the main parking lot of Dongfang Salt Lake City, take a free shuttle bus, and arrive at the main entrance of the scenic area with fish scale tiles
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🏩 'Accommodation Recommendations'
Highly recommend staying within the scenic area, enjoying the mountain view, tasting tea, enjoying the gentle breeze, immersing in the leisurely life of Dao Feng mountain town, the dreamy night view of the mountain town is intoxicating
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🥘 'Food Recommendations'
Mount Mao old goose, Mount Mao hand-peeled bamboo shoots, green-shell grass chicken eggs, Mount Mao purple sweet potatoes, Mount Mao chestnuts, Mount Mao black rice, and other delicacies, make the world on the tip of the tongue irresistible
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🌟Tips:
① Bring your own Hanfu or rent it in the scenic area at 'Peach Blossom Dock', both clothes and styles are available, charged by the hour or you can rent for the whole day
② There are many stone paths in the scenic area, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, children's strollers are not allowed
③ Book the characteristic hotels in the scenic area in advance, it's very cost-effective including tickets
④ Follow the official WeChat account 'Mount Mao Dongfang Salt Lake City Tourism Resort' for specific performance times, arrange your itinerary in advance
⑤ It is recommended to avoid Mondays and Tuesdays, as many performances are not available, Saturday is a double-edged sword, with the most complete performances and fireworks show, but also the most tourists
RoaringLion
I swear! This is the most dreamy night view I have ever seen!
I swear! 🤩 This is the most dreamy night view I have ever seen! Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City🏞, nestled in the embrace of Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province, is like a magical land where nature and Taoist culture perfectly combine🌌.
🌍【Mysterious Attractions Waiting for You to Explore】
Ⅰ. 🔍Salt Crystal Pavilion: Step into the first salt-themed mysterious hall in China, where the cool sound and light effects make you feel as if you are in a fantasy world of salt, unveiling the mysterious veil of salt🧂✨
Ⅱ. 🏙Tao World Scenic Area: It's like traveling back to ancient times, walking into the corridor of Taoist culture. Between the Tai Chi Square, Qianyuan View, and Hundred Grass Garden, you can try sitting meditation🧘♀, copying scriptures📜, and feeling the tranquility and wisdom of Taoist life🌿🐲
Ⅲ. 🎭Landscape Live Performance 'Free and Easy Wander': As night falls and the stars twinkle🌌, a heart-stirring landscape live drama begins. In the interweaving of light and shadow, feel the enduring vitality of Taoist culture🌟💫
🏠【Detailed Address】
Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City, Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province📍
🚌【Transportation Tips】
🚗Self-driving: Speeding on the Shanghai-Nanjing Expressway, heading west, connecting to the S38 Changhe Expressway, then entering the S265 provincial road, following the mysterious road signs, and arriving at your dream destination🚀
🚂Public Transportation: Take the high-speed train or train to Changzhou Station🚆, then transfer to a bus or long-distance bus, pass through Jintan District, and finally take the local bus directly to the gate of Oriental Salt Lake City🚌
🍲🍴【Gourmet Adventure】
🍴In the Maoshan area, you will taste an authentic feast of delicacies🍽! Maoshan old goose is tender and juicy🦆, salt-baked chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside🍗, mushroom soup is original in flavor🍲, and the special salt spring tofu is unforgettable😋🍜!
Hiker's Compass🔍:
Ⅰ. 【Surrounding Treasure Spots】
ⅰ. 🏔Maoshan Scenic Spot: Adjacent to Oriental Salt Lake City, this is a holy land of Taoist culture🏯. The Jiuxiao Wanfu Palace, Yuanfu Wanning Palace, and other ancient architectural complexes seem to tell ancient stories and the profound cultural heritage of Taoism📖🌹
ⅱ. 🧑💼Hua Luogeng Memorial Hall: Visit the former residence of the mathematical master Mr. Hua Luogeng🏠, and feel his rigorous and truth-seeking scientific spirit📐💡
🌈Embark on this fantastic journey, let Maoshan Oriental Salt Lake City bring you to meet a better self!🎉🎈
Reed_Edwina_82
Not inferior to Disney, this national style fairy tale ancient town is so much fun
A season that enters summer in a second, how should we play
Today I recommend a treasure of a national style paradise that is not inferior to Disney
A great place to avoid the heat without leaving Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, you can still have a wonderful time
It is located at the foot of Mount Mao, Dongfang Salt Lake City
A comprehensive national style town that combines eating, drinking, and having fun
All kinds of wonderful shows and amusement projects
Wearing Hanfu and walking on the stone-paved streets
It feels like traveling through a martial arts novel, and I can't extricate myself
Holidays should be spent like this, it's so interesting~
🚗About transportation:
📍| No. 9, Fangxian Road, Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City
⏰| 9:00~21:00
🎫| Adults 150 yuan, children 100 yuan (2 free tickets for staying in the scenic hotel)
🚄| Take the high-speed train to 'Lishui' station, take a taxi for 45 minutes, it's more cost-effective to book a SF Express car in advance
✅How to play:⁉️
1️⃣Jianghu Banquet
(12:00 No performance on Monday, additional performance at 18:00 on Friday and Saturday)
An immersive martial arts-themed dinner show, where you can eat, watch, and play at the same time, with a real-life martial arts style performance, and occasional interactions that let you participate, it's very interesting~
2️⃣Pear Blossom Fantasy (19:00)
A dreamy space of light and shadow under the night, lifelike installations and colorful lights combined, with misty fog as if you are in a fantasy world of fairy tales, it's very cool to experience this on a summer night
3️⃣Carefree Travel (20:00 No performance on Monday and Tuesday)
A large show set in the real landscape of Tai Chi Square, where characters and landscapes combine to perform, with every step being a scene and a stage, giving the illusion of being immersed in the life of ancient wanderers, very exciting
⚠️Seats are first-come, first-served, remember to choose your viewing position in advance
4️⃣Valley Rafting
A water activity that you can't miss in summer to stay cool, I could play here all day haha
⚠️From 10 am to 11 pm, there are different performances at different times in the scenic area, you can check the performance schedule for details
✅How to stay🏨
The scenic hotel has several options to choose from, if you want to experience Hanfu, you can stay at Songgui Li, when I checked in, the guy told me that you can experience Hanfu for free until you check out, isn't that awesome, and the balcony on the second floor also has a position that overlooks the entire scenic area, it's a treasure spot for sure📸
✅About food🍱
Mao Mountain old shop potstickers, Yunlin Pavilion, Mao Salt Inn, Xiao Hui wonton shop, and other food shops, as well as various specialty snacks and milk tea to meet all your needs
GISELLE MCDONALD
I can't be the last one to know about this | There's actually a fairy-tale ancient town in the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area!
🔔 For a trip around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, head to the Oriental Salt Lake City at the foot of Mount Mao in Jintan, Changzhou. The scenic area is vast, including a plethora of attractions, exciting ancient-style performances, traditional food, and cultural exhibitions, making it a perfect holiday plan.
⛩️ Attraction, Changzhou... Mount Mao Oriental Salt Lake City
〰️ Address, No. 9, Fangxian Road, Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province.
🎫 Ticket, 150r/adult ticket, 100r/child ticket. Two tickets are complimentary with a stay at the hotel within the scenic area
🚇 Take a taxi from the "Lishui Station" of the high-speed train and arrive in 30 minutes.
🌟 Highlights:
👉 At the foot of Mount Mao in Changzhou, Jiangsu, there is such an immersive and enjoyable fairy-tale town! In the Oriental Salt Lake City of Mount Mao, you can join various sects, abide by the rules of the rivers and lakes, and travel through the martial arts world depicted by Jin Yong just by changing into Hanfu.
✌️️ Travel and Check-in Strategy:
✅ Xiquan Pavilion: The core area of the scenic spot, with pavilions, towers, and shimmering waterfalls, and performances in the morning and evening, especially the 'Fairy Tale Journey' at night is a must-see;
✅ Lihuo Palace: The immersive water and fire performance inside is visually impressive and quite shocking
✅ Kundi Valley & Kan Water Law: There are super fun and exciting rafting, water splashing, and water gun battles, the valley rafting is so interesting! Summer is for playing with water!
✅ Carefree Tour & Fireworks Show: Every night at 8 o'clock, at the Tai Chi Square, the one-hour Carefree Tour, combined with water screen and laser light technology, is dreamlike and extremely shocking, plus the fireworks show, it's so beautiful
✅ Fairy Tale Journey: Starting at 7 o'clock every evening, starting from Xiquan Pavilion, there are three short plays with different story contents in three different venues.
🍜 About food: You must try the Su noodles at the Carefree Noodle House and the Carefree cakes at the Carefree Cake Shop, they are very affordable
🚦 About experiencing handicraft: You can experience making blessing bags, salt paintings, DIY fans, paper cutting, and other projects in the scenic area.
🏠 About accommodation, there are many homestays in the scenic area, if you have time, you can really slow down and enjoy the night view of the ancient town, and staying here can save you the ticket price, which is very cost-effective!
RAEGAN THORNTON
Dongfang Salt Lake City 😍🇨🇳
#chinatrip
Hello, I am Khaaji, a photographer who dreams of taking you to see the world. As night falls, the lights dim and I look up to see the splendid fireworks. During the Lower Cretaceous period, the moon seems to have been drawn into the scene of my dream. After leaving so many ancient towns, the Chinese style still remains YYDS. In Changzhou, Jiangsu, I found the Xianxia ancient town I saw in high school at Jiansan Middle School and fled to the real address: Dongfang Salt Lake City, Maoshan, Changzhou Daotianxia+Transportation: Parking at the entrance of the scenic area is very convenient, suitable for self driving from Shanghai or Hangzhou. It takes five hours, and one hour from Nanjing or Changzhou
Khaaji
The scenery of Maoshan Dongfang Salt Lake City is so beautiful that it brought tears to my eyes, it's such a pity I only found out about it now!
🌄 Compared to Wuzhen, I love this carefree little town that abides by the rules of the jianghu even more! At the foot of Maoshan in Changzhou, Jiangsu, there is an immersive carefree fairy town - Maoshan Dongfang Salt Lake City, where you can fulfill your martial arts dream. 🏰🎫 During the May Day holiday, there will be a Carefree Jianghu Festival here, with exciting activities all day long, and the atmosphere of the town at night, especially after the lights are on, is absolutely full. Add in the fireworks show, and it's definitely not to be missed! 🎆📍Location: Maoshan Dongfang Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia. Adult tickets are 150 yuan, children's tickets are 100 yuan, and if you stay within the scenic area, you can get two tickets for free! 🎟🚗 It's only a 2.5-hour drive from Hangzhou or Shanghai, and even just 1 hour from Nanjing, with very convenient parking. If you choose to take the high-speed train, you can get off at 'Lishui Station' and then take a 40-minute taxi ride to reach the destination. 🚄 ✅ Performance recommendations: 1⃣ Jianghu Banquet: The martial arts-themed meal show at Xiaoyao Pavilion, where you can eat while watching an immersive live-action martial arts performance, competing for the position of Wulin Alliance Leader, which is very interesting! 🍽 2⃣ Mulan Legend: A half-hour immersive drama show that moves through Zhenlei Field - Xi Quan Pavilion - Tai Chi Square, where you follow the actors to experience an extraordinary immersive viewing experience. 📽 3⃣ Carefree Tour + Fireworks Show: A landscape live show at Tai Chi Square, combining water screen projection and stage performance, to travel through a thousand years and comprehend the essence of carefreeness. Don't miss the fireworks show during the May Day holiday! 🎇 4⃣ Other performances: 'Morning Bells and Evening Drums', 'Legends of Mountains and Seas', 'Holy Land of Salt', 'Monthly Reviews', etc., with a rich lineup of shows. Remember to check the performance locations and times on the Salt Lake City mini-program so you don't miss any of the excitement! 📅📷 Photo spots: ❶ Xi Quan Pavilion: The most photogenic spot in the scenic area, with water features and waterfalls, and flowers blooming in spring, both the landscape and close-ups are breathtakingly beautiful. 🌸 ❷ Maoshan Salt Wharf: The steps and walkways are hung with lanterns, and the night view is especially enchanting. 🏮 ❸ Dao Feng Street: Less crowded with tourists, the ancient-style buildings have a strong Jiangnan charm, and walking through them feels like traveling through time and space. 🏯 ❹ Dui Ba Zang: The salt culture museum, the only red building in the park, is grand and impressive, and definitely worth a visit. 🏛🍃 Travel tips: ✔ There are many experience-based museums in the scenic area, which are very suitable for parent-child educational trips. 👨👩👧👦 ✔ Since the scenic area is paved with stone slabs, children's strollers are not allowed, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. 👟 Just like that, take this latest May Day travel guide with you to Maoshan Dongfang Salt Lake City for a different kind of carefree jianghu journey! Looking forward to an unexpected encounter with you in the fairy town during the holiday! 🌿
The Hungry Roamer
Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai parents and children! This May Day, take your kids to travel through a fairy-tale ancient town
My goodness, such a dreamy and romantic ancient town is actually in Jiangsu!
April in the world, the wind is gentle and the sun is warm, fragrance is everywhere, mountains and seas of flowers cascade, the garden is full of spring colors.
Wearing Hanfu, it really feels like traveling to a world of immortals and martial arts, intoxicating.
We spent 2 days and 1 night, and organized some travel tips.
Name: Maoshan Dongfang Salt Lake City
Address: No. 9, Fangxian Road, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province
Business Hours: 9:30—22:00
①About the trip
Self-driving is preferred, the scenic area has a parking lot
Take the high-speed train to 'Jintan Station', 'Lishui Station', or 'Wawushan Station', choose the nearest one according to your starting point, and take a taxi after getting off.
②2-day tour itinerary
DAY1: Check into the hotel—Photo session at Xiquan Pavilion—Encounter with immortals of mountains and seas—Mulan Legend—Salt Palace—Carefree Tour & Fireworks Show—Pear Blossom Illusion
DAY2: Morning Bell and Evening Drum—Legends of Mountains and Seas—Jiyan Holy Land—Jianghu Feast—Kan Water Method—Kun Earth Valley
③Photo spots
【Xiquan Pavilion Waterfall】In the C position of the scenic area, there are flower waterfalls in spring, surrounded by flowers, with fairy aura lingering, standing in the center, or from various angles, you can take great photos.
【Maoyan Wharf】On a sunny evening during the blue hour, walk down the steps, pass through the beautiful flower gallery, and slowly come to the opposite bank, watch the dim lights of the wharf, watch the flower boats pass by on the lake, as if returning to the ancient prosperous times.
【Tai Chi Square】Watch Mulan Legend during the day, and watch the large-scale landscape and fireworks show at night, the ancient town streets next to it are also super fun to stroll around.
④Must-see performances
1. Carefree Tour·Tai Chi Square· (A large-scale landscape show, combining music and light, immersive experience of Jianghu performance, and super romantic fireworks, very impressive)
2. Legends of Mountains and Seas·Xiquan Pavilion· (NPCs from various 'Shan Hai Jing' appear at Xiquan Pavilion waterfall, interact closely with tourists, and then dance in front of the waterfall shrouded in fairy mist with the music, it's very eye-catching and lively)
3. Jianghu Feast·Xiaoyao Pavilion· (Enjoy martial arts performances while dining, about the martial arts stories of the six major sects, immersive experience of the charm of martial arts)
Travel TIPS:
1. You can follow Xiao Cheng's schedule for the day's program schedule, the performance times will be adjusted appropriately each day.
2. Carefree Tour fireworks show is a charged event, you can purchase in advance on Xiao Cheng's schedule.
3. Jianghu Feast and Hip-hop Road are additional charged items, tickets need to be purchased in advance.
4. It is recommended to go on a sunny day, some programs will be canceled if it rains.
5. It is recommended to stay at Songgui Li Hotel, in addition to the Hanfu experience, there is also a free rubbing experience.
Leonor Monahan
I declare this to be the most entertaining fantasy wonderland in the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai region at night
🍃 When fantasy martial arts are brought into reality, a carefree and unrestrained feast is ready to launch in Dongfang Yancheng. The graceful dance moves and martial arts skills from 'The Longest Day in Chang'an' are splendidly displayed, and the unpredictable transformations are generously showcased amidst the overflowing fireworks at Dongfang Yancheng.
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📍Location: No. 9, Visit Immortal Road, Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Maoshan Tourist Resort
🚗Transportation: Self-driving is recommended. Navigate to Maoshan Dongfang Yancheng. There is a convenient parking lot in the scenic area.
⏰Admission Time: 9:30-22:00
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🍃【Must-Visit Attractions in Dongfang Yancheng】
✅Kan Shui Fa & Kun Di Valley·Water Fun
A cool and comfortable water world with drifting, water play, and water gun fights - essential summer water activities that you can't miss.
✅Salt Palace & Celestial Master Stage (Every Saturday during the summer)
'Immortals' parade and gift-giving interactions instantly transport you to the ancient fantasy world. Hundreds of 'immortals' parade and interact, creating a spectacular scene.
✅Xi Quan Pavilion & Pear Blossom Illusion & Celestial Master Stage
The performance of 'Journey of the Immortals' 🎭 brilliantly stages famous scenes from the fantasy world. The enchanting dance of the 'immortals' is truly captivating. The Pear Blossom Illusion becomes even more interesting with live interactions after nightfall.
✅Tai Chi Square·Carefree Wander & Fireworks
At night, the water curtain illuminates the square, and a thousand-year-old fantasy love story splendidly unfolds in the water, blending with hyper-sensory art. Feel the unpredictable changes of the rivers and lakes. Wait a moment, and a million-level stunning fireworks show will also be passionately unleashed, as if you've returned to the 'Golden Age of Fantasy' in a second.
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📒Travel Tips
🔹There is a snack street in the scenic area with a variety of tasty options.
🔹It is cost-effective to book the characteristic hotels in the scenic area in advance, including tickets.
🔹There are Hanfu costumes available for rent in the scenic area, and many attractions are great for taking photos and checking in.
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🍃 In Dongfang Yancheng, from dawn to night, how can one not personally experience a world of fantasy that spans a thousand years?
KORI ERICKSON
A reality version of a fantasy world, dreaming back to the brilliant city that never sleeps
The phoenix borrowed from Harbin is not to be envied
The Eastern Salt Lake City has it too
This New Year, why not go to the Eastern Salt Lake City
Explore the fantasy world, witness the grandeur of national fashion
Celebrate an authentic Chinese New Year
Interact with Wei-Jin and cyber NPCs during the day
At night, dragons and phoenixes dance, and fireworks dazzle✨
There are also intangible cultural heritage bench dragons and auspicious phoenixes offering good fortune
All the beautiful scenes bloom for you, just to win your smile
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⛩️: Maoshan Eastern Salt Lake City·Dao Tianxia
📍: No. 9 Visit Immortal Road, Xuébù Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province
🚘: Take the high-speed train to Jintan Station, half an hour by taxi
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How to play:
🌞During the day:
Stay for one night, start with the full sense of ritual from the morning bell to the evening drum, stroll through the New Year market, attend a romantic wedding exclusive to the Chinese 'Xian Town Happy Event', watch the 'Monthly Review' Wei-Jin performance, listen to the legendary story of 'Mulan', chat with Tao Yuanming about poetry, write couplets with Wang Xizhi, and have your fortune told by a fortune teller, full of fun
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🌛At night:
As dusk falls, the intangible cultural heritage bench dragon winds through the carefree fairy town, looking up at the phoenix dancing in the sky, a scene of dragon and phoenix bringing auspiciousness.
Fireworks within reach, the city is full of fireworks.
With the lights of thousands of homes, release a flower lantern at the dock, and let the flowing water carry our blessings.
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🍽️What to eat:
Spicy and hot is not just about life, but also the current feast of a thousand pots
The hot pot here is really different,
Various martial arts NPCs interact in turns, creating a lively and fiery atmosphere
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📷Photo spots:
▪️Xi Quan Pavilion: A stepped waterfall, with the pavilion high above, which famous sect from the martial arts world does it belong to?
▪️Mao Salt Dock: The sunset is very beautiful, and the strings of yellow lanterns are very photogenic
▪️Tai Chi Square: There are performances at Tai Chi Square, feel the warm and simple enthusiasm of the mountain people, you can also dance on stage, fireworks will envelop the fields, and the phoenix will dance in nirvana, with a unique New Year flavor and beauty
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✅Tips:
▫️It is recommended to wear Hanfu, the streets are full of Hanfu ladies or those wearing tiger head hats
▫️Day and night tours have different flavors, it is recommended to arrange two days and one night, to have the most fun.
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ROYCE WARNER
Oriental Salt Lake City, one day is not enough
🟡Oriental Salt Lake City, in a second, takes you into a world without heroes, offering all-day and night tickets. However, during the May Day holiday, it's crowded everywhere. We arrived at the scenic area after 8 am, and there were already many people queuing. The entrance opens promptly at 9 am⏰ Remember to record the performances because there are really a lot of shows.
🟡Here, there are five divine beasts, portrayed by handsome men and beautiful women, who perform very well. There are also martial arts mascots with headgear, and ancient characters like Hua Mulan, Cai Wenji, Tao Yuanming, and so on...
🟡Besides following the show schedule, there are also NPCs to take photos with. The evening fireworks show is unspeakably beautiful, intertwined with dance, and the fireworks bloom just right... At 8:30 pm, after a whole day, my legs were completely worn out when I returned to the hotel🤣
🟡Oriental Salt Lake City, whether in terms of overall environmental design or performance activity planning, is well worth the ticket price, with discounts of less than 100 on the platform~
🟡Food can be brought or not, as there is plenty to eat and drink inside~
DestinationExplorer
The May Day here is a feast of the dream-chasing immortal heroes world
Dongfang Salt Lake City Free and Easy Wulin Festival
This May Day, not only three brand new Wulin scenes of mountains and seas, Furai, and martial arts have been created. During the day, there are divine NPC interactions and performances, each with a very special look. In the evening, there is the finale of the immortal heroes drama 'Free and Easy Wanderer' and the magnificent fireworks show.
There are also various performances throughout the day,
the four chapters of Mulan are shockingly staged. You might also encounter classic characters from Jin Yong's martial arts novels, such as Guo Jing and Huang Rong.
📍Detailed address:
No. 9, Fangxian Road, Xuebu Town, Jintan District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province
🕙Opening hours:
9:30-21:00
【Attractions Features】
Qiantian Dome → Pangu opens the sky cinema.
Kundi Valley → Nuwa's underground palace drifting.
Li Fire Hall → Battle of the Fire God magical theater.
Dui Cang → Salt Culture Museum.
Jiangmo Palace → Chinese-style haunted house
Xi Quan Pavilion → Step-like water curtain waterfall, mountain and sea flower border, beautiful and magnificent.
Mao Salt Wharf → There are flower boats, with strings of bright yellow lanterns hanging. The night view is beautiful.
Archery Field → There is a big drum, majestic and imposing.
▲Performance Activities↓
10:00◆Morning Bell and Evening Drum → Thunder Field
11:00◆Dream Back to Wei and Jin → Xi Quan Pavilion
11:30◆Monthly Review → Celestial Master Stage
13:00◆Fairy Tale → Xi Quan Pavilion
15:00◆Legend of Mulan → Tai Chi Square
18:00◆Wulin Feast → Free and Easy Pavilion
19:00◆Wei and Jin DJ Show → Celestial Master Stage
19:30-- Free and Easy Wanderer, location Tai Chi Square
▲Must-see Performances
✔Shan Hai Jing Qi → Xi Quan Pavilion
NPCs from 'Shan Hai Jing' make a surprise appearance at the Xi Quan Pavilion flower waterfall, interacting closely with tourists
✔Wulin Feast → Free and Easy Pavilion
Eat while watching performances, the interpretation of the Wulin gangs.
Stories about the six major sects of martial arts,
Immersive experience of the charm of martial arts
✔Free and Easy Wanderer → Tai Chi Square
A real-life martial arts themed landscape show, watch the actors dance gracefully, with dazzling lights, water shows, and fireworks. An immersive experience of the world of Wulin and immortal heroes
Harper.Hill*83
The best Guofeng Xianxia amusement park in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai is so lovable
As the seasons gradually warm up,
traveling off the beaten path during the May Day holiday, no more worries about crowded places
Location: 📍 Mount Mao's Dongfang Yancheng·Dao Tianxia
🌟This large resort located at the foot of Mount Mao
is unlike other resorts with a single style.
In addition to the main ancient-style Xianxia architecture,
it also features various performances , water parks 🏖️,
food festivals 🍔, ancient-style parades, cultural exhibitions, and more ✔️.
The integrated experience of playing
also makes the visitor's experience very fulfilling .
No worries about accommodations,
sightseeing cars 🚘 are available for shuttle, and there are also many cost-effective
homestays and hotels 🏨.
When you feel tired during your visit,
you can easily go back to the hotel to rest .
📍Must-visit spots and scenic activities‼️
1️⃣ Essential photo spot
Xi Quan Pavilion
Rows of waterfalls with continuous mist and the Xi Quan Pavilion at the top of the waterfall complement each other, full of fairy vibes!! This spot is thoughtfully designed with a platform for tourists to safely take photos.
2️⃣ Spectacular performances
Pear Blossom Illusion (19:30)
A dazzling light show that creates a beautiful nightscape with light design, making visitors feel as if they are in a fantasy forest.
Xian You Ji ☁️ performance (19:30-19:45)
Song and dance performances, immersive experience, photo opportunities, and a good choice to stop and enjoy the show when you're tired 👀.
Xiao Yao You (20:15/21:00)
A water screen projection and aquatic stage to present a love story of Xianxia that transcends a thousand years ➖ The grand stage design and the fusion of light, water, and actors' performances bring us a refined show enjoyment‼️ There are also other various performances like Morning Bell and Evening Drum, Monthly Critique, Hip-Hop Dao, Heroes Gathering, etc., for you to enjoy all at once‼️
3️⃣ Attractions
'Gods Descend to Go Shopping' Parade
Various ancient costumes, fairy sisters, and handsome guys parade‼️ So pleasing to the eye‼️ Hurry up and take photos
📷 for a group picture.
4️⃣ Water park Kan Shui Fa and Kun Di Valley
🏊🏖️ In the hot summer, those who like to play in the water and bring children must come! So joyful 🎉 So cool 🎉
Transportation 🚗: Self-driving is the most convenient
Public transportation
1️⃣ You can take a taxi from Changzhou High-speed Railway Station 🚄
2️⃣ Jintan Bus Station - Yancheng City Tourism Special Line
Accommodation 🏠: There are many homestays in the scenic area to choose from, including the hot spring-themed Salt Spring·Han Pavilion and the national style Hanfu-themed Song Gui Li, which are quite distinctive and recommended.
✅Ps:
In summer, be sure to pay attention to sun protection ⛱️. Some performance projects may require reservations through a mini-program. Be sure to check if you can bring a few pieces of Hanfu or national style clothes for photo-taking 📷. The scenic area also has makeup and costumes available for a fee.
JASON WATKINS
Dubbed the Oriental Disney, this ancient town of immortals and knights boasts such a sea of flowers
The ancient town of immortals and knights is full of flowers on trees, truly a fairyland on earth!
Step by step into this sea of flowers, it's like entering a dreamy world, which I would like to call 'Oriental Disney'.
The ancient town at night is even more intoxicating! The lights illuminate the entire town, and the flowers are even more dazzling under the lights, immersing people in a romantic atmosphere
🎡Attraction: Mount Mao Oriental Salt Lake City
🚗Transport: Self-drive or take the high-speed train to 'Jintan Station', then a 0.5h taxi ride
🎫Ticket: Currently 99💰 for spring, stay in the scenic area and get two tickets free
✅Spring travel route:
Xiquan Pavilion Mountain and Sea Flower Shop📷, it is recommended to wear Hanfu for better photos
📷Photo spots:
【Xiquan Pavilion Waterfall】There are flower waterfalls in spring, it looks very nice to stand in the middle of the flower waterfall for photos
【Behind Xiquan Pavilion】There is a small mountain path also suitable for photos, and the pavilion upstairs is also very beautiful
【Right side of Xiquan Pavilion】On the right side of Xiquan Pavilion, the second floor has a window scene that can be used as a foreground for taking photos of flowers
【Free and Easy Tour】Remember to go up early to get a good spot for photos
【Mount Mao Salt Wharf】There is a string of yellow lanterns, the night view is beautiful. There is also a flower boat, suitable for children to take photos
✅Must-see performances:
1⃣️Free and Easy Tour, a real-life landscape show, located at Tai Chi Square, fireworks at 19:45 on Saturdays
2⃣️Jianghu Banquet, a meal show themed on martial arts, located at Free and Easy Pavilion, at 12:00 noon and 18:00 in the evening
3⃣️Hip Hop Path, a hilarious kung fu comedy, located at the Martial Nourishment Hall, at 13:30 in the afternoon
4⃣️Mulan Legend, an immersive armor script show, from Zhenlei Field to Tai Chi Square, at 15:00 in the afternoon
📝Travel tips:
⭕️Check the official WeChat account for the exact time of the performances before going
⭕️If it's late after watching the performance, it's recommended to stay in the scenic area or nearby
⭕️Take photos in front of the Xiquan Pavilion during the day, and walk along the Mount Mao Salt Wharf at night for beautiful night views
⭕️This place is very suitable for wearing Hanfu, taking photos without any sense of discord