Drive 2.5 hours from Changsha to Zhuzhou’s "Little Alps"
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😭 I regret not coming sooner! Just stepping into Songcheng in Hangzhou feels like stepping back in time in an instant! This is the true Song Dynasty from a thousand years ago!
As an international student studying in China, I highly recommend that if you come to Hangzhou, don't just visit West Lake! Songcheng is a place you won't regret visiting! It's not boring like a museum; it's a vibrant Song Dynasty-era tourist attraction! 🎭
🚗 Getting there:
We traveled from downtown Hangzhou by taxi, which took about 40 minutes. The journey was very smooth~
If you take the subway, it's very convenient. Get off at Shuichengqiao station and then take a taxi; the starting price will get you there.
🎫 Ticket collection and entry process:
We arrived at the entrance around 1 PM. We collected our tickets at the official counter. The entrance was very easy and straightforward.
Important note! After getting our tickets, we had to wait in line for about 20 minutes, but people lined up very well, so don't worry~
📸 Travel tips (How to make photos look expensive):
Stepping inside feels like stepping back in time in an instant! The natural stone pavement gives it a chic feel, and the ancient architecture is absolutely stunning.
I recommend renting a Hanfu (traditional Korean dress) (rentals are available in the park, or you can bring your own). Walking around in this atmosphere, the immersive feeling is unparalleled!
🍡 Must-try food:
After walking around and getting tired, try some local delicacies:
Dingsheng Cake: Sweet and delicate flavor, chewy and soft, and super cute!
Congbao Hui: Flattened scallion pancakes with a unique taste – a must-try!
Follow it up with a glass of ice-cold, tangy plum juice – instant quenching and pure bliss! 🥤
💡 Tip for foreign friends:
Watch the show! Watch the show! Watch the show! The entrance ticket allows you to see hundreds of acrobatic performances and other shows. But the absolute must-see highlight is 《The Romance of Songcheng》(宋城千古情). It's incredibly spectacular!
I booked my tickets online in advance, which was reassuring and saved me from long queues at the venue.
The park is very shady with many trees; it's so relaxing to stroll under them. The midday light is perfect, and every photo taken with my phone comes out beautifully bright. #hangzhoutravel #travel
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