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Xiangshan Scenic Area
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Xiangshan Scenic Area

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Xiangshan Scenic Area is located in Zhangjiagang Free Trade Zone (Jingang Town) and is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.XiangshanSince ancient times, it has been renowned for its picturesque scenery and numerous historical sites, blending ruggedness with elegance, grandeur with refinement, earning the reputation as a famous mountain in southern China. Throughout history, countless celebrities haveXiangshanCountless footprints have been left here—not only the scenic Cai Xiang Path where Xi Shi once gathered herbs, the Xiangshan Scenic Area's Meihua Hall inscribed by Su Dongpo himself, and the breathtaking Taohua Stream praised by Xu Xiake, but also newer attractions like the expansive Xiangshan Lake with its mirror-like waters in the Xiangshan Scenic Area, and the "sea of snow waves" formed by thousands of plum trees on Wanmei Ridge. Together they paint a picturesque landscape of lakes and mountains, offering delightful views that make visitors linger with no thought of leaving. Fragrant Hill historical and cultural exhibition hall (opening hours subject to attraction announcement) The exhibition hall is located atXiangshanThe south side of the main entrance features a centralized display ofXiangshanThe landscape charm and historical cultural heritage areXiangshanA microcosm of regional folk culture and local customs. Cherry blossom garden "The willow's green hue is fit to grasp, while cherry blossoms' snow remains undried."Cherry blossom gardenCovering an area of 200 acres, the garden is home to nearly 5,000 cherry trees, including the Somei Yoshino variety, with predominantly white blossoms. The flowering period lasts from late March to mid-April each year. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, visitors are treated to a breathtaking sight amidst the vast cherry groves, making it a truly unforgettable experience. Fishing platform Fragrance-gathering path "The old gazetteer of Jiangyin" records: "Fragrance-gathering path, was the path where the king of Wu once took his beauties into the mountains to gather fragrant herbs." During the Spring and Autumn period, King Fuchai of Wu took Xi Shi and others by boat to the Huangchi alliance. On the wayXiangshan, they climbed the mountain to offer incense. As there were tea trees on the mountain, King Wu sent beauties to pick tea leaves in the mountains.Fragrance-gathering pathIt stretches for 5 li. Locals call it the "tea road". Xiangshan Scenic Area - Beacon Tower This imitation Great Wall-style battlement short wall was the beacon tower of the ancient Xiangshan Scenic Area. Militarily, there was a saying: "Build the Great Wall in the north and beacon towers in the south."XiangshanThe beacon tower (beacon mound) in Xiangshan Scenic Area was built during King Mu of the Western Zhou Dynasty's eastern expedition, all constructed on mountain peaks. When enemies approached, smoke signals were raised during the day and fires lit at night on the beacon tower in Xiangshan Scenic Area to sound the alarm. Shengguo pool The Qing Dynasty's "Jiangyin County Annals" records: "In ancient times, Yu the Great controlled floods in the southeast, passing throughXiangshanTaking a rest, he drank from the spring to quench his thirst and found the water clear and mellow. He then used his sword to dig a pool, hence the nameShengguo pool. As Yu the Great was ordered by Emperor Shun to control the floods, it was also named "Shun's passing pool". Xiangshan Temple Built on the original site of the ancestral master's hall temple at the end of 1994, the temple complex includes the main hall, the Xiangshan Temple (Wangjiang Road) - Guanyin Hall, and the Five Hundred Arhats Grottoes.Release pond, the reclining Buddha, as well as the enshrinement of the Three Saints of the West and precious relicsBreeze pavilionEtc. Xiangshan Scenic Area - Meihua Hall (opening hours subject to attraction announcement) The "Jiangyin County Annals" from the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty records, "Xiangshan Scenic Area - Meihua Hall is located at the summit of Xiangshan, featuring clear pools amidst stone cliffs and plum blossoms reflecting on all sides. The original hall had five bays, with a plaque inscribed by Su Dongpo in vigorous and elegant calligraphy. Later generations came here to pay homage to Su Dongpo. After the hall collapsed during the dynastic transition, the Xu family of the county rebuilt it on Little Xiangshan as a secondary residence." Xu Xiake visited Little Xiangshan three times and wrote "Inscription onFive poems from the Plum Blossom Hall of Little Fragrant Hill" . Leaf tower (no tower visits provided) The Lingfeng pagoda features upturned eaves and corners, a golden finial, and an octagonal structure with nine tiers. The eave height is 49.8 m, and the top reaches 64.8 m. This Ming and Qing dynasty-style Jiangnan pagoda evokes a sense of celestial splendor when viewed from afar. Xiangshan Scenic Area - Xiangshan Lake Xiangshan Scenic Area - Xiangshan Lake, located inXiangshanSouthern foothills. The construction of Xiangshan Scenic Area - Xiangshan Lake and its surrounding view belt adheres to the principle of natural ecological protection. With substantial investment, ecological restoration was carried out on the abandoned quarries and fractured mountain slopes left by mining activities, achieving deep integration and utilization to create Xiangshan Scenic Area - Xiangshan Lake,Lake island, seasonal gardens, Xiangshan lake - aromatic botanical garden, and other featured viewing areas, relying onXiangshanThe natural landscape background forms a three-dimensional ecological pattern with interconnected mountain and water veins, presenting a poetic space of ink-wash charm that is "man-made yet seemingly natural". Fragrant Hills Plum Blossom Ridge Xiangshan Meiling is located in the southern bay of Xiangshan, home to tens of thousands of plum trees of various varieties. Here, you'll find pristine white jade disc plums, green calyx plums with emerald-like sepals, lightly blushed gongfen plums, and vermilion-dotted cinnabar plums. The mountain is adorned with plum trees, while the trees embellish the landscape, complemented by pavilions and towers. At Xiangshan Meiling, you can sip tea amid the hillside plum groves, marvel at the vibrant blossoms, and gaze into the distance at the scenic Xiangshan Lake. You can also wander along Taohua Stream, visited three times by the famed traveler Xu Xiake, and experience its cascading waters and towering cliffs. The plums flourish against the mountain's beauty, while the mountain gains serenity from the blossoms. Xiangshan Meiling offers enchanting scenery year-round. When spring arrives in the south, where else to go but Xiangshan Meiling for a floral spectacle? XiangshanRed leaves Xiangshan Scenic Area boasts abundant tourism resources, offering distinct scenery throughout the four seasons—spring, summer, fall, and winter—each with its unique charm in recent yearsXiangshanThe plum blossoms and cherry blossoms are very popular, comeXiangshanFlower viewing has long been a favorite activity for local and nearby residents, and it has already becomeXiangshanA distinctive business card, but from late October, the fallXiangshanIt has a unique charm, with the attraction planting a large number of colorful foliage plants such as red maple, Chinese tallow, zelkova, sweetgum, and soapberry.Lake islandAlong the lake at Xiangshan Lake - Fragrant Botanical Garden, various colored-leaf plants are planted, creating a starry and colorful scene on the lake surface like a splendid painting. Another highlight is the ring road. Currently, both sides of the attraction's ring road and Wanghu Road are uniformly planted with the colored-leaf plant Chinese tallow, whose leaves turn red. When viewed from above, it resembles a vibrant silk ribbon. Strolling through it adds an extra layer of poetic charm.

Zhangjiagang · 10.7 km from Jiangyin
China Dinosaurs Land
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China Dinosaurs Land

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China Dinosaurs Land is a large dinosaur culture-themed amusement park, known as the "Jurassic of the East." The park creates scenes around the thread of dinosaurs from survival and reproduction to evolution and extinction, integrating science popularization exhibits with mechanical amusement rides, allowing visitors to step into the ancient dinosaur world while having fun. As the landmark building of the park, the exterior of the China Dinosaur Museum makes full use of biomimetic architectural techniques. Seen from afar, it looks as if three dinosaurs are raising their heads high and whispering to each other, while a plump and enormous dinosaur body presents a freehand-style form, thus outlining the museum's space for exhibition, entertainment, and science popularization. The total area of the museum is more than 20,000 square m, the highest point of the dinosaur heads reaches 71 m, and the highest point of the museum's dome reaches 36 m. The China Dinosaur Museum has five main halls and six auxiliary halls. Among them, the main halls include the atrium, exhibition hall, view hall, sightseeing hall, and film and television hall; the auxiliary halls include the entrance lobby, VIP reception hall, academic lecture hall, reserve exhibition hall, as well as spaces such as the rooftop garden and souvenir shop. The halls are connected through logical routes, with both separation and convergence, and are interrelated. With the history of biological evolution as the design background, it focuses on the conceptual main line of dinosaurs from survival, reproduction, and evolution to extinction, revealing the profound theme that life and the environment depend on each other and that humans must protect ecology and the environment. Park layout: The Dinosaur Park is divided into the China Dinosaur Museum, Lubula Area, Kuksuk Grand Canyon Area, Magic Rainforest Area, Dream Manor, Adventure Harbor, and Crazy Dinosaur People. Among them, the China Dinosaur Museum is the core venue for showcasing dinosaur culture; the thrilling mechanical amusement rides are mainly in "Kuksuk" and "Lubula" Thrilling rides: Numerous high-altitude mechanical amusement rides make this a destination for thrill-seekers: you can board the high-altitude swinging ride "Crazy Fire Dragon Drill" to experience an intense sensation of weightlessness; or climb aboard the "Babel Tower" to seek the thrill of a sudden plunge from the sky; there is also a 4D roller coaster that lets you experience the exhilaration of high speed and rapid spins in an instant. Relaxing activities: The park also offers relaxed and leisurely options: you can view a variety of Chinese dinosaur fossils in the China Dinosaur Museum, where you will learn about dinosaur culture. You can also try less thrilling rides such as the "Brontosaurus Roller Coaster," letting you seek fun in a bit of mild tension; in different venues, you can also watch programs such as musicals, magic shows, and live-action stunt performances. Water world and night park: Dinosaur Park's Jurassic Water World delivers a refreshing, exhilarating experience all summer long. Classic water attractions let you forget the summer heat, the cool water fun lets you unleash all your passion, and sizzling performances ignite every cell in your body. Let the kids enjoy an unforgettable summer vacation. Most attractions remain open in the evening as well, and you can experience the thrills of the water world's giant water slide, the Tornado, and the 30-meter plunge on the giant slide, or splash it out in a giant water fortress (the water world requires a separate admission ticket).

Changzhou · 28.9 km from Jiangyin
Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot
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Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot

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Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot is a peninsula in northern Lake Tai, named for its resemblance to a turtle raising its head. Here you can explore expansive garden complexes, cruise across Lake Tai's misty waters, discover hidden wonders on Taihu Fairy Island, or admire cherry blossoms in spring - truly experiencing why it's called "the finest spot of Lake Tai".Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spotthe artistic conception. Every spring, the spectacular cherry blossom display becomes a major attraction here, complemented by the lively cherry blossom festival. Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot in Wuxi is surrounded by water on three sides, offering both the natural beauty of vast lakes dotted with sailing boats and the idyllic charm of rural landscapes with small bridges and flowing streams. It showcases the most breathtaking scenery of Taihu Lake. Taihu Fairy Island isTai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic SpotMust-experience highlights include the Taoist celestial palace and grotto statues blending Taoist and Buddhist elements. Ascending Luding Mountain on the peninsula offers panoramic views of the lakeside greenery, with graceful boat silhouettes visible on sunny days, showcasing Taihu Lake's vast beauty. As a premier cherry blossom destination, Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot offers two unique experiences: first, a "land-water-air" panoramic viewing approach, and second, enchanting night blossoms illuminated by artistic lighting. The early cherry blossoms here typically bloom in early March, featuring mostly single or semi-double petals. Blossoms are categorized by season - early varieties last about one week from first bloom to petal fall, while late varieties bloom for 7–10 days. Temperature variations create 5–12 day gaps between these phases, when hybrid varieties flourish. The iconic Somei Yoshino cherries usually reach peak bloom in mid-to-late March (optimal viewing period), though exact timing depends on weather conditions - cold snaps may delay this floral spectacle. Summer is the perfect time to admire beautiful lotus blossoms. Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot in Wuxi features numerous historical sites and private gardens built by former elites, including Hengyun Villa with its "Finest Spot of Tai Lake" archway and Changchun Bridge, as well as Wuxi's ancient temples.Guangfu TempleMoreover, savoring the traces left by literati and artists throughout history—such as inscriptions, calligraphy, and paintings scattered throughout the site—adds another layer to your visit.Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic SpotOne of the great pleasures here. If time permits, don't miss Wanlang Bridge - it's the perfect spot to catch a stunning sunset over Lake Tai. The Chongshan Gate (main entrance, located in the southeast of the attraction) at Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot in Wuxi serves as both entrance and exit, while the Dushan Gate (northern section) is exit-only. The attraction primarily consists of Yuantouzhu Peninsula and Taihu Fairy Island.Zhongdu MountainIt consists of multiple attractions, which typically take a full day to explore. For most visitors, we recommend the highlights tour:Cruise pier- Taihu Fairy Island - The Finest Scenery of Taihu Lake - Hengyun Villa -Spring Tides at Turtle Head-Guangfu Temple- Luding Hill.

Wuxi · 44.9 km from Jiangyin

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Shanghai departure Suzhou 1-day tour Humble Administrator's Garden + Hanshan Temple + Zhouzhuang (optional private/group tour)
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Tongli Watertown Private Tour: Watertown & Suzhou Garden Two-in-One
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Suzhou Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Pingjiang Road, Zhouzhuang Day Tour (Including Boat Ride)
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Suzhou hanfu photo shoot experience (optional outdoor photography with photographer + exquisite and diverse costumes)
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Private Day Tour to Suzhou from Shanghai including Classical Garden, Tongli Water Town
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Suzhou Palace Banquet: A Millennium-Old Imperial Banquet at Wu Palace | Exquisite Dance + Royal Cuisine + Hanfu Experience
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Suzhou Wugong Imperial Banquet immersive experience | Hanfu attire, royal banquet, ancient-style games and dance performance
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M51***36June 26, 2026
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We're all in our 70s, and we bought a package ticket at Pegasus Water Park. We saw stallions, rode in a horse-drawn carriage, took a boat trip to see the night view, had lunch and dinner (which were quite delicious), and stayed at a hotel with excellent service! Overall, we had a great time. Thumbs up!

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云彩1113October 8, 2026
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On the first day of the Lunar New Year, climb Fragrant Hills Meiling to explore the plum blossoms. The entire Fragrant Hills scenic area is divided into two parts: Meiling and the lake. The scenic area is beautiful, with gentle mountain slopes and well-constructed trails. Whether it is a stone slab road or a wooden boardwalk, it is very suitable for leisurely hiking and is also very friendly to the elderly and children.

Xiangshan Scenic Area

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M30***03November 6, 2026
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This was my second time visiting the Dinosaur Park. They added a lot of fun attractions for Halloween, but it was incredibly crowded. The queues for popular attractions were basically 1-2 hours or more. I suggest limiting the number of visitors to ensure a better experience.

China Dinosaurs Land

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M83***34January 2, 2025
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Jiaoxi Ancient Town is like a melodious pastoral poem, telling the warmth of time. The ancient bridge lies across, the stream gurgles, and the white walls and black tiles are scattered in an orderly manner. Walking on the bluestone road and touching the mottled old walls, it seems that you can hear the echo of history. This place is quiet and simple, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but full of fireworks. Whether it is under the warm spring sun or in the drizzle, Jiaoxi Ancient Town exudes a unique charm that makes people intoxicated and nostalgic.

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m230035mFebruary 11, 2025
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On the way to the Bund in Jiangyin, get off the subway S1 at Mazhen, and then take the bus for another 3 stops. It takes 10 minutes to walk after getting off the bus. The local publicity of the scenic spot is not strong enough. There are activities during the New Year, and the tickets are half price at 6 yuan. The scenery is pleasant and very quiet.

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Anonymous userJune 26, 2026
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This is the most worthwhile place to visit during the Spring Festival. Because during the holiday, you can drive directly to the visitor center in places where parking is impossible, and then go straight in to enter the scenic area. In the evening, many snack shops and restaurants are open, so you can eat and drink anything you can't find during the Spring Festival. There's also a musical fountain show and a sky lantern releasing activity for blessings in the evening. These sky lanterns cost 50 yuan each, and you can watch others release them – the effect is fantastic! There are also lantern and dragon lantern parades in the evening.

Shunshan Town

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浅浅笑轻轻爱February 20, 2026
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Chinese New Year of the Horse #PegasusWaterCity# #HorseCultureMuseum# Admire many famous horses from around the world. This overturned my stereotype of #HeilanHome#. It turns out that this company, famous for menswear, actually derives its core competitiveness from horse breeding. The company culture, symbolized by horses, permeates every moment and every aspect of the exhibition hall and park.

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lih***ghNovember 5, 2026
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Positive review. The only downside is the inconvenient transportation, especially after the event when crowds surge out. The free shuttle bus took us to a dark, dingy place, and getting a taxi was extremely difficult.

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