Things to do in Siyang

Matsu Cultural Park

Mazu Cultural Park is located on Lover's Island extending into the Siyang Canal. It is surrounded by water on three sides and connected to the land on one side. The main buildings include Mazu Square, Mazu Icon, Mountain Gate, Bell and Drum Tower, Mazu Hall, Guanyin Hall, and Fu, Lu, and Shou Sanxing Hall. A 32.3-meter-high three-faced Mazu statue sits at the western end of the island with a serene demeanor. According to legend, Mazu is the daughter of fishermen, named Lin Mo, who often rescues shipwrecked fishermen by herself. She is the protector in the eyes of people in coastal areas. Mazu's birthday is March 23 of the lunar calendar. Siyang will worship Mazu, and it has something to do with the southern merchants who came along the canal. If you are interested, you can also visit the Tianhou Temple on Luoma Street, which used to be the Fujian Chamber of Commerce.

No. 9 of Night Attractions in Jiangsu

Xiyou World of Adventure

Huaian West Amusement Park is the first comprehensive theme park with the theme of Journey to the West at home and abroad. It is divided into 9 areas, corresponding to the four continents, the four masters and apprentices and the author Wu Chengen in "Journey to the West". With the help of the rich entertainment elements contained in "Journey to the West", combined with modern amusement equipment and performance viewing experience, the project carefully designed and created 42 amusement projects, as well as 46 atmospheric deduction projects such as float parade and closed garden show. Old scenes such as Zhuangzhuang and Leiyin Temple are presented in multiple dimensions with new technologies, and a theme park integrating "entertainment, experience, and technology" is built. Since the park opened on July 10, 2021, it has received unanimous praise from all walks of life for its professional operation and high-quality services. In the industry selection, it won the "Outstanding Theme Park (Land)", "Most Popular Paradise", "Outstanding New Paradise" "The Most Popular Theme Park Brand by Tourists", "The Most Commercially Valuable IP Person of the Year" and many other awards.

China Yangshu Museum

The museum is located within the Siyang County Farm, adjacent to Siyang County town and 60 km from Suqian city center. It belongs to a cultural and scenic tourist attraction. This museum focuses on the theme of poplar trees. The project features a two-story circular frame structure with a floor height of 7.56m, soil-free carpet-style lawns, lightning protection for the "Poplar King" tree, sculptures, pea gravel pathways, a marble square, and an ancient well. The attraction is mainly divided into three viewing areas where visitors can explore the various uses of poplar products and understand their role in China's environmental and socio-economic development. The attraction has recently added a Squirrel Park and Go-Kart Park, which are fee-based activities.

No. 3 of Night Attractions in Huai'an

Cultural Corridor of Li Canal

The Cultural Corridor of Li Canal currently refers to the section from the nearby Zhongzhou Island to Yuexiu Bridge. There are green belts along the river, along with ancient and old houses, emerging high-rises, and some exhibition halls. It is a fantastic sightseeing route. Take a walk along the river, or take a boat trip on the canal, perhaps you will learn more about this city that has historically been crowned with glory for river transport.

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No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Suqian

Yanghe Winery Cultural Tourism Area

Yanghe Winery Cultural Tourism Area is located in Yanghe town, a millennia-old winemaking town renowned as "a town that intoxicates the world, enchanting every corner of China," relying onYanghe wineryThis nationally renowned liquor company showcases the traditional cultural essence of Chinese liquor while focusing on creating a distinctive industrial tourism attraction centered around liquor brewing and tasting experiences. It was recognized as a national industrial tourism demonstration site in 2006 and became a national 4A-level tourist attraction in 2015. The attraction covers an area of 4.5 km², with its west resting onLuoma Lake, DongbinHongze Lake, surrounded by the ancient Yellow River, the Grand Canal, and the Huai River, it boasts a national key cultural relics protection unit—Yanghe underground cellar, the national industrial heritage and Jiangsu provincial cultural relics protection unit – Yanghe old cellar clusters and winemaking workshops, along with the renowned Beauty Spring view garden, the large-scale winemaking production workshop, the M9 Central Winery District that inherits ancient techniques, the distinctive pottery jar wine storage base, and the industry-leading modern packaging and logistics center, among many other attractions, are located within the attraction. It is a comprehensive cultural tourism attraction integrating winemaking history and culture, science education, and leisure shopping.

No. 18 of Night Attractions in Jiangsu

Hexia Ancient Town

Hexia Ancient Town is located in the northwest corner of Huai'an District, Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, at the mouth of Gumokou where the ancient Hangou enters Huai'an. Historical celebrities such as the heroine Liang Hongyu and the great writer Wu Chengen were born here. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, there were 67 Jinshi, 123 Juren, and 12 Hanlin here. It is known as the "Hometown of Jinshi" and has a very profound cultural heritage. Hexia has five major characteristics: cultural center, military center, salt business center, traditional Chinese medicine center (the birthplace of Shanyang medicine), and food center (the birthplace of Huaiyang cuisine).

Huai'an Chuyun Cultural Tourism Resort

Huai'an Chuyun Cultural and Tourism Attraction includes one national 5A-level tourist Attraction, Hexia Ancient Town, three national 4A-level tourist Attraction, Huai'an Prefecture Office, China Canal Transport Museum and Wu Cheng'en's Former Residence, as well as more than ten scenic spots and scenic Attraction such as Shen Kun Zhuangyuan Mansion, Zhenhuai Tower, Xiaohu Park, Shaohu Park, Longguang Pavilion, Han Hou Temple, and Guan Tianpei Temple.

No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Jiangsu

Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone

Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone, also known asNiushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone, it is named for its two peaks, one in the east and one in the west, which resemble the two horns of an ox's head. Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone boasts beautiful scenery and has long enjoyed the reputation of "Spring Niushou." In ancient times, it featured such Jinling scenic spots as Niushou Smoke and Mist and Zutang Temple's Resounding Tin Staff, and it also preserves many historical sites, such as the Jiangning section of the ancient fortifications where Yue Fei fought against the Jin, and the Zheng He Cultural Park. Usnisa Palace The Usnisa Palace is themed around the enshrinement of the Buddha's parietal bone relic and is divided into two parts: the large dome and the small dome, symbolizing outer offerings and inner offerings. The Usnisa Palace utilizes the original mine pit to build an underground palace, with six levels below ground and three levels above ground, appearing very solemn and magnificent. The parietal bone relic of Shakyamuni Buddha was enshrined at the Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone in October 2015. Visitors may go to the Usnisa Palace to pay homage on special Buddhist festivals. For specific times to view the relic, please call the attraction for inquiries. A thousand years of history Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone is a Buddhist sacred site. The Buddha Cave Temple, built by Sikong Xu Du in the second year of the Tianjian era of the Liang Dynasty (503 AD), was the first temple on Niushou Mountain, and Li Yu, the last ruler of the Southern Tang, renamed it Hongjue Temple. During the Tang Dynasty, Chan Master Farong, hailed as the "Bodhidharma of East China," founded the Niutou Chan School on Niushou Mountain, known in ancient times as "Jiangbiao Niutou." The founding of the Niutou Chan School served as an important bridge in the true transformation of Indian Chan into Chinese Chan! Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone - Taohua Stream Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone - Taohua Stream is located at the east entrance of Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone, with a total area of 14.87 hectares, approximately 220 mu. The peach blossoms selected are 26 varieties suitable for growing in the Nanjing area, making it a new view created by the Niushou Mountain attraction. A small stream winds down from Yinlong Lake, its water babbling, with peach trees planted on both sides. In spring, the buds gradually bloom, and a sea of flowers is intoxicating.

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Slender West Lake

"In March when flowers bloom, head to Yangzhou." When visiting Yangzhou in spring, a trip to Slender West Lake is a must. This narrow stretch of waterway offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Stroll along the banks to admire scenic views, explore historic pavilions adorned with classical poetry and paintings, or cruise the lake by boat to experience the leisurely pleasure Emperor Qianlong once enjoyed during his royal visits. The attraction is quite expansive, stretching from the Great Rainbow Bridge in the southeast all the way north along the lake to Guanyin Mountain, passing dozens of attractions along the way. There are four main entrances (east, south, west, and north), with most visitors starting their tour at the south entrance on Great Rainbow Bridge Road. This renowned lakeside garden boasts breathtaking natural views. In spring, the area is shaded by lush willows and adorned with camellias, pomegranates, azaleas, and peach blossoms, attracting visitors from across the country to enjoy the seasonal blooms. For centuries, countless literati have lingered here, composing poetry and creating paintings that left behind numerous artistic treasures and stories. The site also features many landscape structures ingeniously designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings. The Five Pavilion Bridge in Shugang Slender West Lake Scenic Area is the iconic attraction with over 200 years of history. Featuring five wind pavilions atop, each of the bridge's fifteen arches cradles a moon during full moon nights. Another renowned attraction is the Twenty-Four Bridge, inspired by Du Mu's poetic line "Where is the jade-like beauty teaching flute-playing on the moonlit Twenty-Four Bridge?" While the original bridge no longer exists, visitors can admire its reconstructed version today. This was also a stop during Emperor Qianlong's southern tours in the Qing Dynasty. Architectural views like the Great Rainbow Bridge, Slender West Lake Scenic Area's Fishing Terrace, White Pagoda, and the Twenty-Four Bridges' Xichun Platform all bear inseparable historical anecdotes connected to Emperor Qianlong. During summer nights, the illuminated pavilions and moonlit reflections on the lake create a magical atmosphere. The nightlife experience here is entirely boat-based, offering a relaxing way to beat the summer heat while enjoying gentle lake breezes.