Who would've thought the Orchid Pavilion could be this breathtakingly beautiful!

A must-visit cultural landmark in Shaoxing that instantly transports you to the elegant world depicted by Wang Xizhi. The Orchid Pavilion Scenic Area is not only picturesque but also a pilgrimage site for calligraphy enthusiasts. Here's your ultimate travel guide~ 【Highlights】 The Winding Stream with Floating Wine Cups is incredibly photogenic! Wear Hanfu for pictures 📷 and snap ancient-style masterpieces in seconds 📸 The calligraphy steles at Wang Youjun Temple are mind-blowing - get up close to different versions of the "Preface to the Orchid Pavilion Collection" and feel your cultural DNA vibrate Watching the white geese play by the Goose Pond is super therapeutic (but be careful when feeding them or you might get chased - don't ask how I know 😂) 【Travel Guide】 📍Address: Lanting Town, Keqiao District, Shaoxing 🚗Transport: Recommended to drive or take taxi 🚗 Bus 303 also available ⏰Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30) 🎫Ticket: 70 RMB (half price for students) 【Must-Try Experiences】 1. Winding Stream Floating Wine Cup experience: Recreate ancient scholars' gatherings, 35 RMB/person includes tea and snacks 2. Calligraphy rubbing experience: Make your own rubbing of the Orchid Pavilion Preface (you can take it home) 3. Bamboo forest tea tasting: The Zhuyun Teahouse offers amazing views, pairing Longjing tea with lotus cakes is perfection 【Tips】 ✅Recommended visit duration: about 3 hours ✅Wear comfortable shoes 👟 the stone paths can be tough on feet ✅Bring mosquito repellent! The bamboo area has many insects ✅Calligraphy Museum is closed on Mondays 【Nearby Food】 "Lanting Farmhouse" at the exit serves authentic yellow wine braised duck In town, "Xianheng Hotel"'s fennel beans with Taidiao wine is a match made in heaven