First-Time Visitor's Guide to Keqiao District, Shaoxing: An Instagram-Worthy Itinerary
🌟 Day 1: Arrival and Exploration of Anchang Ancient Town
🚅 Arrive in Keqiao District via high-speed rail (Shaoxing High-Speed Rail Station is located in Keqiao, near the long-distance bus station) or take a long-distance bus from Shaoxing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Jiaxing, or Ningbo directly to Keqiao Passenger Transport Center.
🚕 From Keqiao Passenger Transport Center, take a taxi to the downtown area near the World Trade Center. Drop off your luggage at the hotel and head to Anchang Ancient Town by taking Bus 805 from near the World Trade Center. Get off at Anhua Road Intersection, which is the closest way to enter the town. Alternatively, get off at Anchang People's Hospital and spend at least half a day exploring the town.
📸 Don't miss the dried meat products that are famously photographed here! Besides, there are other scenic spots worth visiting, such as the old Bank of China Sauce Garden.
🏨 Stay at Jinjiang Star Hotel near the World Trade Center for a comfortable night's rest.
🌟 Day 2: Cultural Immersion at Lanting Scenic Area and Keyan Scenic Area
🌄 Start your day early and head to Lanting Scenic Area. Under the Lanzhu Mountain, the fragrance of ink lingers. It was here that King Goujian of Yue planted orchids during the Spring and Autumn period, and a post house was built during the Han Dynasty. On the third day of the third month of the ninth year of Yonghe in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, Wang Xizhi wrote the Preface to the Lanting Poem Collection here, pushing the charm of calligraphy to its extreme. Visit the scenic area, where you can experience the elegance of ancient Chinese culture and admire the beautiful natural scenery.
🎫 Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00 (ticket sales stop at 16:30) 🎟️ Ticket Price: Full-price ticket is 70 yuan; half-price ticket is 35 yuan.
🏞️ In the afternoon, head to Keyan Scenic Area, which includes Keyan, Jianhu, and Luzhen. Keyan is the core of the entire scenic area. During the Three Kingdoms period, it was a quarry, with various rock formations, caves, pools, and cliffs. It's a great place to learn about Shaoxing culture and relax.
🎫 Ticket Price: The price for a sightseeing boat (excluding entrance ticket) is 20 yuan.
🌟 Day 3: Adventure at Dongfang Shanshui Amusement Park and Culinary Delights
🎢 Spend the day at Dongfang Shanshui Amusement Park, which has three theme parks: Mountain Kingdom, Water Kingdom, and Cool Play Kingdom. Enjoy thrilling rides, water activities, and more.
🎟️ Ticket Prices:
- Water Kingdom: Adult ticket is 160 yuan, child/senior ticket is 100 yuan.
- Cool Play Kingdom: Adult ticket is 200 yuan, child/senior ticket is 100 yuan.
- Mountain Kingdom: Adult ticket is 165 yuan, child/senior ticket is 80 yuan.
🍽️ In the evening, indulge in local cuisine. Don't miss restaurants like Chan Jiangjun for delicious stir-fried beef, Shen Xianhui for a premium hot pot experience, or Xingfu Noodle Shop for delicious noodles that cater to most people's tastes.
🏨 For accommodation, consider staying at Shaoxing Puqi Yijing Hotel, a luxurious retreat hidden in the waterside towns of the Jiangnan region. Surrounded by lakes and mountains, it offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
This itinerary covers the must-see attractions, delicious food, and comfortable accommodation in Keqiao District, Shaoxing. Enjoy your trip and don't forget to snap some Instagram-worthy photos along the way! 📸✨
