2025 Dongtai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

I thought the plane tree avenue in Nanjing was beautiful, until I came to... If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have known that autumn could be so beautiful. The scenery in front of me is beyond words. The endless dawn redwood forest is red like fire. Stroll along the quiet forest path. It feels like walking into a fairy tale world in autumn. ⭐️Huanghai Forest Park Tour Route Entrance ➡️ Dawn Redwood Corridor ➡️ Forest Train ➡️ Aerial Walkway ➡️ Misty Forest ➡️ Forest Eye ➡️ Wood Forest ➡️ Log Cabin Community ✅Forest Train I came here once in summer, and it felt like traveling through the Wizard of Oz. Sitting on the train through the red dawn redwood forest in late autumn is another feeling, and I enjoyed it very much. ✅Aerial Walkway The forest walkway is suspended in mid-air, and the walkway is covered with fallen leaves. It is really pleasant to walk on it, and it is very photogenic. ✅Misty Forest The aerial view is very beautiful, or you can climb to the top of the Forest Eye and overlook the endless red dawn redwood forest, which seems like God's palette has been overturned and left here. ✅Log Cabin Community The red dawn redwood forest and the forest log cabins are like the scenery in anime, full of childlike fun and very healing. 📍Huanghai Forest Park 🚙Located in Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu, suitable for self-driving, about 3 hours from Shanghai or Nanjing, or take the high-speed train to Dongtai Station and then take a taxi. 🈺️8:30-17:00, you can enter early in late autumn. 🎫50r 🛵The forest park is very large, and it takes about half a day to walk the whole way. You can rent bicycles and electric vehicles, and the feeling of riding is really great.

: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : You can also take a bus from Dongtai Bus Station. 🎫Tickets: 50 yuan ⌚️Best viewing time: early December . We will share the best places for tourists to visit in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai from time to time, let's check in together! . 💑Author 【Honey Travels】 🐱Two people, a cat and a dog, honeymoon self-driving in China🐶 🐫Smart traveler | 📷Visual contracted photographer 🐬Contracted traveler | 🍉Quality travel creator

Anfeng Ancient Street: In the quaint Qingming era came here as if passing through time and space, in the quaint Ming and Qing Dynasties. In this small town far from the temple, people enjoy a quiet life for generations. Although they lack luxury, they are comfortable. If you are setting up a small house here, you can sit down with a friend every day, and laughing and talking about life is also a beautiful thing in life. The first time I met Anfeng Ancient Street, although I have heard some of the cultural history here, but when the densely packed houses are discharged from my sight, I am still amazed that he has saved so well. Every cockroach has a story. In the big space, there are hidden memories of the world that cannot be touched by the world...

📍 Top 5 Must-Visit Summer Attractions in Yancheng 1. China Milu Deer Park (Dafeng) 🌟 Highlights: World's largest milu deer nature reserve, witness herds playing in water during summer Must-do: ✅ Self-drive tour zone: Feed deer up close (carrots ¥10/basket) ✅ Deer Observation Deck: Photograph herds crossing wetlands (bring telephoto lens) ✅ Wetland Boardwalk: Spot egrets and red-crowned cranes (best at dawn/dusk) Ticket: ¥55 (student discount available), electric cart ¥30/person 2. Holland Flower Sea (Dafeng) 🌟 Highlights: Summer lily fields + water park combo Photo spots: ✅ Lily Garden: Millions blooming July-August (wear light dresses for better photos) ✅ Water Park: Rainbow slides + wave pool (¥80 ticket) ✅ "Only Love" Immersive Theater: Night show starts 7:30PM Stay: Tulip Inn with flower field views 3. Yellow Sea Forest Park (Dongtai) 🌟 Highlights: East China's largest plain forest, natural 25°C air conditioning Activities: ✅ Forest train through metasequoia groves (¥30/person) ✅ Misty Forest: Capture light beams at dawn (6-8AM) ✅ Treehouse Hotel: Book 1 month ahead for summer Tip: Bring mosquito repellent! 4. Red-crowned Crane Wetland (Sheyang) 🌟 Highlights: Winter home for half the world's wild cranes (see fledglings in summer) Hidden gems: ✅ Crane Shadow Boardwalk: Spot wetland cranes (bring binoculars) ✅ VR Crane Museum: 4D "Crane Dance" experience ✅ August saltwort fields: Purple-red "carpet" Best time: Opens 6AM when cranes are most active 5. Yancheng Water Street (Downtown) 🌟 Highlights: Ancient canal nightlife hub Essentials: ✅ Paddle boat night cruise (¥30/person) ✅ Lotus root dumplings at "Shuiyun Pavilion" (¥5/bowl) ✅ Free Huai opera every Friday night 🚗 3-Day Itinerary Day1: Milu Deer Park → Yellow Sea Forest (treehouse stay) Day2: Holland Flower Sea → Crane Reserve (city hotel) Day3: Water Street → Departure 📸 Photo Guide Attraction | Best Spot | Outfit | Time ---|---|---|--- Holland Flower Sea | Lily field by windmill | White dress + hat | Before 9AM Yellow Sea Forest | Misty boardwalk | Linen outfits | 6-8AM Milu Park | Deer Observation Deck | Khaki utility wear | 4-6PM Crane Reserve | Backlit crane silhouettes | Light green hanfu | Sunset 🍜 Must-Try Foods Category | Restaurant | Specialty | Price ---|---|---|--- Fish soup noodles | Dongtai Fish Noodle | Milky crucian soup noodles | ¥12 Lotus dumplings | Shuiyun Pavilion | Sesame-filled | ¥5/bowl Drunken crab | Seaport Hotel | Wine-married crab | ¥50/crab Clay oven cakes | Huanghai Bakery | Scallion cakes | ¥3/each ⚠️ Pro Tips 1. Transport: No direct bus Milu Park→Forest Park (charter ¥150/car) Park at P3 lot for Holland Flower Sea 2. Tickets: Combo ticket saves ¥20 (book on Ctrip) Crane Reserve closes at 4:30PM 3. Mosquitoes: DEET spray required (regular repellent ineffective) 💰 Budget (2 persons) Item | Cost | Notes ---|---|--- Tickets | ¥400 | Includes transport Accommodation | ¥600 | Treehouse + city hotel Food | ¥300 | Local specialties Total | ¥1300 | ¥650/person 🎒 Summer Packing List Sun protection: UV hat, SPF50+ Bug defense: Soffell repellent, herbal balm Waterproof phone case (for water park)

Located in Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu, Taishan Temple is a thousand-year-old monastery that beautifully blends Buddhist culture with the charm of Jiangnan's water towns. Nestled amidst lush greenery, the temple's red walls and black-tiled roofs exude a tranquil and harmonious atmosphere. **Highlights**: ・**Main Hall (Daxiong Baodian)**: The solemn Buddha statues and melodious chanting instantly bring peace to the mind. ・**Ancient Bell Tower**: Ring the ancient bell and experience the Zen saying, "Hear the bell, and worries fade away." ・**Zen Meditation Experience**: Participate in morning and evening chanting or practice meditation to relax your body and mind. ・**Temple Vegetarian Cuisine**: Savor light and elegant vegetarian dishes, embodying the Zen philosophy of "mindful eating." **Getting There**: A 30-minute taxi ride from Yancheng Railway Station will take you to the temple. This is not only a sacred place for worship but also an ideal destination for finding inner peace. Perfect for travelers seeking to escape the hustle and bustle, it offers a soul-soothing Zen retreat.

📌Destination: Yancheng · Dongtai City (Yangtze River Delta Ecological Leisure Town) 🏙️City Impression: The Poetry of Wetland Cranes and Ancient Salt Fields ▶️Dongtai lies by the river and sea, boasting the rare global combination of intertidal wetlands and plain forests, along with a 2,000-year heritage of sea salt culture. Free from the hustle of popular cities, here you can watch migratory birds fly together, explore forest oxygen bars, and savor fresh river and sea delicacies. It’s the ideal "light vacation" destination in the Yangtze River Delta. 🏞️Must-Visit Attractions: A Duet of Nature and Culture 【Ecological Wonders】 1️⃣ Yellow Sea Seaside National Forest Park 🌟Highlights: The largest artificial Metasequoia forest in East China, with over 90% forest coverage and an abundance of negative oxygen ions. 🛝Activities: Cycle along the 5 km rainbow boardwalk, enjoy the misty forest light show, and check in at the Treehouse of the Cedar Tribe. 🏔️Tips: The Metasequoia forest turns golden-red in October-November, perfect for photography; a small train inside the park costs 30 RMB per person. 2️⃣ Tiaozi Ni Wetland (Core Area of World Natural Heritage) 🌟Highlights: The largest migratory stopover for the endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper globally, with a unique "tidal forest" landscape. 🛝Activities: ▶️Tide pooling and shell collecting (tools available for rent at 10 RMB/set) ▶️Birdwatching tower for photographing "thousands of birds returning to roost" (best time: 2 hours before high tide) 🏔️Tips: Check daily tide times on the "Dongtai Culture & Tourism" WeChat official account; free admission (shuttle bus 20 RMB mandatory). 【Cultural Exploration】 1️⃣ Xixi Tourism and Cultural Scenic Area ▶️Dong Yong and the Seven Fairies Cultural Park: Han-style architecture recreating the legend of the celestial couple; the nighttime live show "The Celestial Fate" is a must-see (ticket 80 RMB). ▶️Haichunxuan Pagoda: The oldest Tang dynasty pagoda in Jiangsu, standing for a thousand years without a foundation, free to visit. ▶️Limu Street: A Ming and Qing dynasty old street by the Salt Transport Canal, experience traditional salt making and straw weaving crafts. 2️⃣ Anfeng Ancient Street ▶️Salt Course Office: Exhibition on the salt transport history of the Ming dynasty’s Huaihai region, revealing the glory of the "World’s Salt Warehouse." ▶️Bao’s Mansion: Huizhou-style salt merchant residence, a treasure trove of brick carvings and woodwork art. 🍔Food Guide: A Feast of River and Sea Freshness 【Three Must-Try Dishes】 ✅ Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles ▶️Essence: Wild crucian carp and eel bones simmered for 3 hours, producing a milky white broth that is neither fishy nor greasy. 🏪Recommended Restaurants: Xu He Fish Soup Noodles (old brand, average 15 RMB per person) Red Lantern Noodle House (open 24 hours, crab roe adds extra flavor) ✅ Chenpi Wine Braised River Fresh ▶️Specialty: Local intangible cultural heritage chenpi wine used to cook pufferfish or shad, the wine aroma removes fishiness and the meat is tender. 🏪Recommended Restaurant: Haiwangfu Restaurant in Jianggang Town (pufferfish requires 1-day advance reservation). ✅ Qindong Crab 🕜Golden Season: September to November, blue shell, white belly, yellow hair, and golden claws, rich roe and full yellow. 🍽️How to Eat: Steamed with ginger vinegar dip, or as crab roe soup dumplings (recommended at Jinshuiwan Grand Hotel). 🕋【Snacks and Souvenirs】 🛍️ Fu’an Su’er Cake: Crispy pastry with red bean paste filling, sweet and savory flavors (made on-site in Fu’an Ancient Town). 🛍️ Spicy Shrimp Sauce: Fermented wild small shrimp, perfect for mixing with noodles (available at "Haisheng" supermarket). 🚄Transportation Guide: Seamless Green Travel 🚇External Transport High-speed rail: Shanghai/Nanjing → Dongtai Station (1.5-2.5 hours), 10-minute taxi to downtown. 🚘Self-driving: Exit "Dongtai" on Shenhai Expressway (G15), clear signs to attractions. 🛺Internal Transport 🚌Direct shuttle: High-speed rail station → Yellow Sea Forest Park / Tiaozi Ni (departures daily at 8:30/14:00, 15 RMB per person). 🛵Shared electric scooters: "Miaozou Travel" electric bikes cover the city, 3 RMB/20 minutes. 🚍Charter service: One-day wetland + forest tour car rental about 300 RMB (recommended via "Dongtai Changxing" platform). 🏯Accommodation Recommendations: From Forest Cabins to Ancient Town Inns ✅Forest-style Vacation ▶️Yellow Sea Forest Meiju Hotel: French resort style, window views of cedar forest (600 RMB and up, includes breakfast for two). ▶️Elf Guesthouse: Treehouse cluster deep in the forest with starry skylights (family-friendly, from 400 RMB). ✅Ancient Town Charm ▶️Xixi Caoshi Street Guesthouse: Song dynasty style courtyard, very convenient for night tours (200-350 RMB). ▶️Anfeng Ancient Town · Yanguan Inn: Century-old salt merchant residence converted, experience night patrols (from 150 RMB). ✅City Center Value ▶️All Seasons Hotel (Dongtai City Center): Walking distance to food street, free parking (under 200 RMB). 🏞️Travel Tips: 3 Days 2 Nights In-Depth Itinerary ✅Day 1: Wetland Ecological Adventure Morning: Tide pooling and birdwatching at Tiaozi Ni (bring waterproof shoe covers) Afternoon: Cycling and forest class at Yellow Sea Forest Park Overnight: Forest Meiju Hotel ✅Day 2: Salt Culture Time Travel Morning: Anfeng Ancient Street (Salt Course Office + Bao’s Mansion) Afternoon: Xixi Scenic Area (Haichunxuan Pagoda + The Celestial Fate show) Overnight: Caoshi Street Guesthouse ✅Day 3: Dongtai on the Palate Morning: Make Su’er cakes and buy spicy shrimp sauce in Fu’an Ancient Town Noon: Eat chenpi wine braised pufferfish in Jianggang Town Before departure: Take away fish soup noodles from "Red Lantern" in the city 📜Avoid Pitfalls and Seasonal Tips 🎫Ticket Savings Buy the "Dongtai Combo Ticket" (Xixi + Anfeng + Forest Park) on Trip.com one day in advance to save 30 RMB. Keep the shuttle bus ticket for Tiaozi Ni; multiple entries allowed on the same day. 🔆Best Seasons April-May: Fat razor clams at Tiaozi Ni, blooming Chinese violet cress in the forest. September-November: Peak birdwatching season + crab availability + Metasequoia color change. ⚠️Important Reminders Some protected areas in Tiaozi Ni require permits; do not enter core zones without authorization. Choose qualified restaurants for pufferfish (look for "Pufferfish Cooking License"). 📌The beauty of Dongtai lies in the flocks of birds soaring over the mudflats, the calls echoing from the millennia-old salt fields, and the warmth of a steaming bowl of fish soup noodles. Avoid the crowds and come to this underrated "Pearl of the Yellow Sea" to feel the healing power where nature and civilization intertwine!

The Bernard Hotel Restaurant is a dining venue suitable for large gatherings. It has a large restaurant that can accommodate 350 people. It is spacious and bright, with a regular layout and round tables with uniform cutlery. It can host all kinds of banquets. The environment of the enclosure is elegant, with characteristic landscape decoration, which shows its class. The dishes are rich and varied, covering river fresh (such as mussels, fish and shrimp, etc.), hot stir-fried (like chili stir-fried snails, various small stir-fried meat), specialty lobsters, as well as cold dishes, main dishes and fruits, satisfying a variety of tastes, whether team building, family gatherings or business banquets.

Read ten thousand books and travel ten thousand miles. Even without reading, a visit to the former residence of Ge Xianglan in Dongtai's Anfeng Ancient Town makes one acutely aware of their own intellectual shallowness! Ge Xianglan (1904–1964), originally named Ge Shaoling, was a renowned modern Chinese painter, especially famous for his horse paintings, earning him the title "Foremost in Jiangnan for Painting Steeds." A native of Dongtai, Jiangsu, he was long active in Shanghai's art scene and was known as one of the "Four Great Masters of the Shanghai School of Painting," alongside Jiang Hanting, Tang Yun, and Zhang Dazhuang. Admission to Ge Xianglan's former residence costs ten yuan. Though modest in size, it was his birthplace and the place of his early life. The residence retains some traditional architectural features, with parts possibly restored or renovated. Due to Ge's significant artistic achievements, the local government has commemorated the site with memorial markers.

Why Visit: Yellow Sea Forest Park is like stepping into a real-life fairy tale! Need an escape from the city and crave fresh air? This is the place! Hop on the forest train to weave through lush greenery, snap dreamy photos in the Misty Forest, let kids explore the nature playground, and spend the night in a cozy wooden cabin under the stars. Whether you're with family, on a date, or solo, you won’t want to leave! Address: Simply navigate to "Yellow Sea Forest Park" — the GPS pin is spot-on! If you're lost, taxis can drop you right at the entrance for hassle-free access. Transportation: 1. Getting There: Driving is highly recommended! The parking lot is huge, and the scenic route is pure therapy. Prefer not to drive? Join a local day tour or take a taxi for a stress-free trip. 2. Inside the Park: The park is vast! Opt for the sightseeing shuttle or forest train for a relaxed tour, or rent bikes/e-bikes to explore at your own pace. Must-See Spots: 1. Misty Forest: A true wonderland! Fog-kissed trails make every shot Instagram-worthy — wear white for ethereal vibes. 2. Canopy Walkway: Soak in panoramic forest views from the treetops, a green paradise straight out of an anime. 3. Nature Exploration Park: Kid heaven! Outdoor play areas let little ones run wild in nature until they’re happily exhausted. 4. Forest Eye: A viral hotspot! This unique observation deck offers 360° forest views — perfect for moody silhouette shots. 5. Drifting Pier: Summer essential! Glide down the stream on a raft, then recharge at the nearby café. 6. Wooden Cabin Village: Sleep surrounded by nature! These charming cabins glow at night — stay over to wake up to birdsong. Tickets: 1. Adults: ¥50. Kids under 1.2m/6 years old enter free — a steal for families! 2. Discounts: Half-price for kids over 6, students, and seniors (bring ID). 3. Hours: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. Arrive early for golden light and fewer crowds. Pro Tips: 1. Dining: Cafés and fast-food spots are scattered around. Don’t miss the forest-themed afternoon tea — as pretty as it is tasty! 2. Stay Overnight: Book a forest hotel or cabin online (opt for a terrace room) to savor sunrise and evening breezes. 3. Outfit Ideas: Nail the woodland aesthetic! Flowy light dresses, linen shirts, and straw hats = instant photo magic. 4. Essentials: Pack a power bank (you’ll snap nonstop), sunscreen/sunglasses for sunny days, and bug spray for uninterrupted fun.

1️⃣ China Milu Deer Park Address: Milu Line, Chuandong Town, Dafeng District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 Ticket: 50 RMB 2️⃣ Holland Flower Sea Address: Huaihai West Road, Xinfeng Town, Dafeng District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30 (Last entry at 17:00) Ticket: 50 RMB 3️⃣ Red-crowned Crane Wetland Eco-Tourism Zone Address: Danhe Line, Tinghu District, Yancheng (East of Huojian Agricultural Team) Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00 Ticket: 50 RMB 4️⃣ Yellow Sea Forest Park Address: No. 8 Hualin Road, Jianggang Town, Dongtai City, Yancheng Opening Hours: Summer 08:30-17:30, Winter 08:30-17:00 Ticket: 50 RMB 5️⃣ Dayangwan Ecological Tourism Area Address: No. 88 Hubin Road, Tinghu District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30 (Ticket sales end at 17:00) Ticket: 50 RMB 6️⃣ Andersen Fairy Tale Park Address: No. 89 Xingfu Avenue, Hede Town, Sheyang County, Yancheng Opening Hours: 09:30-17:30 Ticket: 95 RMB 7️⃣ Yancheng Water Street Address: No. 3 Kaifang Avenue, Tinghu District, Yancheng Opening Hours: Open 24/7 all year round Ticket: Free 8️⃣ Dazong Lake Address: No. 1 Pinghu South Road, Yandu District, Yancheng Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 (Last entry at 16:30) Ticket: 60 RMB 🍖 Yancheng Food Recommendations ▪️ Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles ▪️ Jianhu Lotus Root Starch Balls ▪️ Yancheng Grass Oven Pancake ▪️ Yancheng Liangfen (Jelly Noodles) ▪️ Rice Pancake Wrapped with Fried Dough Sticks ▪️ Wuyou Sugar Fried Dough Twists ▪️ Crab Roe Soup Dumplings ▪️ Binhai Sausage ▪️ Yancheng Egg Pancake

Missed the tulips, that's okay. Hydrangeas are in season in May, so what are you waiting for? ⛱️Must-visit attractions: A sea of ​​flowers and lots of hydrangeas. Sun Island, Moon Island, the scenery has been set up, just waiting for the master to arrive St. Lawrence Cultural Center, a Dutch-style area without leaving the country 🏨Accommodation tips: Yancheng Peninsula Hot Spring Hotel It is basically half an hour's drive from Huanghai Forest Park, Chinese Elk Park and Dutch Flower Sea. The room is big and clean. 💗Other tips: If it is just a half-day trip, you can skip the Kisaragi Theater. It is recommended to enter the park at 8 am or after 3 pm to avoid peak hours. The light for taking photos will be more beautiful There are various performances in the park, remember to check in advance and arrange the time to watch the performance

A one-day tour guide to Yancheng | Watching deer in the wetlands + Dutch flower fields + intangible cultural heritage food, efficiently explore this hidden gem! ** --- ⏰ Schedule **07:30-18:30** (suitable for weekends/short trips) **🚗 Transportation suggestions**: Drive or take the high-speed rail to Yancheng Station and then rent a car (the attractions are scattered and the bus takes time) --- 🌅 Morning: Chinese Elk Park (the world's largest elk nature reserve)** **07:30｜Departure from the city** - The journey takes 1.5 hours, and you can stop at **Dafeng Service Area** (the most beautiful service area in Jiangsu) along the way **09:00-11:30｜Immersive Deer Watching** - **Battery car tour** (¥50): Go deep into the core area of ​​the wetland and encounter groups of elk - **Feeding at the Deer Viewing Platform** (Carrots ¥10/basket): Close contact with the "Four-Unlike Animals" - **Hidden gameplay**: Look for rare birds such as egrets and red-crowned cranes (with binoculars) **📸Photo spots**: Elk wading in the water, wetland wooden plank road --🌷 Noon: Dutch Flower Sea (40 minutes by car)** **12:00-14:30｜Flower Sea Feast** - **Highlights of the four seasons**: - Spring: 30 million tulips (best in April) - Summer: Purple Ocean of Verbena (July-August) - Autumn and winter: lilies/greenhouse flowers - **Must experience**: - Take the Flower Field Train (¥30) - Check in at the drama "Only Love" Fantasy City (free location) **🍽 Lunch**: Tulip Restaurant in the sea of ​​flowers (recommended flower shrimps and Dutch-style fries) --- 🏛 Afternoon: Yancheng Museum + Water Street (Downtown)** **15:00-17:00｜Cultural Overview** - **Yancheng Museum** (free): - Must-see: Ancient sea salt production tools, Huaihe paleontological fossils - **Water Street**: - Ancient buildings, lanterns lit up in the evening, very romantic - Buy intangible cultural heritage souvenirs: grass oven sesame cakes, Funing cake --- 🌃 Easter egg before returning home in the evening** **17:30-18:30｜Nongmin Street Night Market** - **Must-eat list**: - Fish soup noodles (recommended "Hongxiang Hotel" old brand) - Lotus root starch dumplings (smooth and not sticky) - Grilled Yellow Sea seafood --- 💡 Practical Tips** ✔ **Best season**: April-May (tulips + elk active) or November (migratory birds) ✔ **Avoidance Guide**: - Anti-mosquito protection is required in the Elk Park! Wear long pants + spray mosquito repellent - The flower sea is crowded on weekends, so it is recommended to arrive before 10 am ✔ **Transportation**: - Charter car is about ¥300/day (4 people are recommended to share a car) - Self-driving parking fee: ¥10-15/time at each attraction --- **📌 One-day tour highlights**: **Elk Wetland → Dutch Flower Sea → Salt Culture Experience → Night Market Ending** (Wetland ecology + European-style flower sea + intangible cultural heritage food, a triple experience in one day!) **✨ Tips**: If you have enough time, you can replace the afternoon itinerary with **Huanghai Forest Park** (you need to stay 2 hours longer) [Yeah][Yeah]

I finally visited the World Natural Heritage site—China's Yellow (Bohai) Sea Migratory Bird Habitat—in Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu Province. This 2-day, 1-night trip was very original and memorable.👍 Birdwatching 🐦, beachcombing 🦀, deer herds 🦌, red-crowned cranes 🦩, and stargazing 🔭 all in one trip! ⚠️If possible, remember to bring a telephoto camera, binoculars...and carrots 🥕 🚗 It's a 3-hour drive from Shanghai (🅿️ each attraction has a parking lot). 🏨 Mercure Yancheng Dongtai Huanghai Forest Hotel 🗓️Itinerary suggestions: Day 1: China Milu Park—Yeludang Day 2: Yellow Sea Forest Park—Tiaozini 🏞️Attractions: ▪️Tiaozini Scenic Area 08:30–17:00 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 24 World Natural Heritage Site! A paradise for birdwatchers and a key area on the East Asian–Australasian Flyway, with millions of migratory birds inhabiting it every year. You can also enjoy the sea, watch the sunrise, and go beachcombing (pay attention to the tide times). ‼️Navigate to "Visitor Service Center" and take the scenic shuttle bus to enter. ▪️Yellow Sea Forest Park 08:30–17:30 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 35 A 4A-rated scenic area and a "green oxygen bar" with thousands of acres of dawn redwood trees. It is the largest plain forest in China. Go deep into the forest to explore the "Eye of the Forest," stroll along the aerial boardwalk, experience the Mirror of the Sky, and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the forest. ‼️You can get tickets when you check in to the hotel. ▪️China Milu Park 08:30–17:00 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 35 A 5A-rated scenic area and the world's largest Milu deer nature reserve, home to over 6,000 deer (60% of the world's total). It is divided into a driving area and a walking area. You can get up close to the Milu deer and interact with them by feeding them carrots 🥕, which is a lot of fun. ‼️Bring your own carrots, as they are expensive in the scenic area. ▪️Yeludang 09:00–17:00 🕒2–3 hours 💰CNY 20 A habitat for wild Milu deer populations. Compared with the captive breeding model of the neighboring China Milu Park, this place retains the most original natural state. Meet the Milu deer unexpectedly along the way. It is also one of the five major dark night sky protection sites in China (the only one in economically developed areas), with up to 238 days of stargazing per year, and has been selected into the World Dark Sky Reserve list. ‼️Remember to keep warm when stargazing at night. 🔗Nearby attractions: ▪️Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area A 4A-rated scenic area where you can see red-crowned cranes flying together during the release sessions at 10:30 and 15:30 every day. ▪️Sunrise Bay The best place in Jiangsu to watch the sunrise over the sea, where you can see the unique natural wonder of "tidal trees." ▪️Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area The origin of the "Legend of Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy," with 53 related place name relics. ▪️Holland Flower Sea China's No. 1 tulip flower sea! It has the largest planting area, the most varieties, and the most beautiful shapes.

Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area, Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu Features: Ancient town with a thousand-year history, love legends, Han and Tang style architecture, and immersive nighttime tours. Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area, Dongtai, Yancheng, Jiangsu 1. Transportation Guide High-speed rail: Get off at Dongtai Station and take a 15-minute taxi to the scenic area. Self-driving: Navigate to "Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area". Free parking is available. Self-driving from Hangzhou: Approx. 4-hour drive. 2. Tickets and Opening Hours Free area: The ancient town is open all day (7:00–22:00). Paid attractions: Hai Chun Xuan Pagoda: CNY 20 (daytime). Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy Cultural Park: CNY 30 (daytime). Tian Xian Yuan Night Tour: CNY 80 (includes show + fireworks show). Discounts: Students and seniors enjoy half-price tickets with valid ID. Medical workers enjoy free admission. 3. Must-See Attractions Hai Chun Xuan Pagoda: An ancient pagoda from the Tang Dynasty with a spiral-shaped body and excellent aerial photography views. Li Mu Ancient Street: A Jiangnan water town with blue bricks and black tiles, perfect for taking photos in Hanfu. Caoshi Street: A gathering place for night market food, recommended for fish soup noodles and Tiaozini seafood noodles. Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy Cultural Park: Han and Tang style architecture with an immersive love legend experience. Tian Xian Yuan Live Performance: Adapted from the national intangible cultural heritage "The Legend of Dong Yong", the light Weiya show is shocking. 4. Food Recommendations Fish Soup Noodles: A non-intangible cultural heritage of Dongtai, the soup is white like milk, and the noodles are chewy. Tiaozini Seafood Noodles: Scallops and clams are used to make a rich and delicious soup. Dongtai Tangerine Peel Wine: A local specialty wine that can be used as a souvenir. 5. Itinerary Daytime: Hai Chun Xuan Pagoda → Li Mu Ancient Street → Caoshi Street → Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy Cultural Park. Night: Caoshi Street Night Market → Tian Xian Yuan Performance → Ancient Town Lantern Festival. 6. Important Notes Time arrangement: It is recommended to enter the park at 3pm or 4pm to enjoy both the day and night views. Hanfu rental: Hanfu rental services are available in the scenic area, which is suitable for taking photos. Weather: Rainy days may affect the ancient street experience, so it is recommended to bring rain gear. Dongtai Xixi: There are markets, traditional Chinese medicine health markets, and pet parks during the May Day holiday. Summary: Xixi, Dongtai, Jiangsu is suitable for in-depth cultural tours and nighttime experiences. Choose your destination according to your interests, plan your route and purchase tickets in advance to maximize your experience.

Today I arrived in Yancheng, Jiangsu. This is my first visit to Yancheng. I discovered that Yancheng has a very long history and is home to Jiangsu's only World Natural Heritage site. There are also many delicious foods here that emphasize fresh flavors. However, this time I'm staying at the Huanghai Forest Ecological Resort for 2 days, so I'll have to visit other places next time! The Huanghai Forest Ecological Resort is a place you'll fall in love with at first sight, especially that long, winding wooden walkway suspended in the cedar forest, which takes you up into the air, bringing you incredibly close to the trees and sunlight! There's also a perfectly straight 13.14 km cedar avenue... This season, the leaves are tender and green, full of vibrant energy with life bursting forth! I spent the entire afternoon strolling through the forest, searching for wildflowers, and in the evening, I waited for the sunset on the large lawn while listening to birdsong. It was incredibly healing!

📍｜Location: Yancheng 🚗｜Transportation: Self-drive from Xuzhou to Yancheng, 4 hours 🏢｜Hotel: Yancheng Powerlong Art Hotel Select 🕚｜Duration: Four days and three nights - 🚘｜【Itinerary】 ►DAY① Seashore foraging [Departure] Yancheng, navigate to Moon Bay [Afternoon] Moon Bay—Coastal Road—Bian Dan Alley—Yellow Sea Great Wall [Dinner] European Style Street ►DAY② [Morning] Yellow Sea Forest Park [Afternoon] Milu Deer National Nature Reserve [Dinner] Water Street ►DAY③ [Morning] Red-crowned Crane Nature Reserve [Afternoon] Dutch Flower Sea + Only Love Drama Fantasy City [Dinner] Shanyuqianng Subei Cuisine ►DAY④ [Morning] Dayang Bay Ecological Park [Lunch] Zhulin Restaurant [Return] Xuzhou - 🍜｜【Food】 Zhulin Fish Noodle Soup, Zhulin Restaurant, Lao Chen Egg Pancake, Powerlong Plaza Food Festival, Water Street snacks, Shanyuqianng Subei Cuisine - 💕｜【Tips】 ►Powerlong Art Hotel offers excellent value for money. The breakfast is probably four-star standard, very good. ►Yancheng's attractions are quite far apart, so self-driving is recommended. ►Seashore foraging is possible at Yellow Sea Great Wall and Moon Bay. Pay attention to the tide times. ►Milu Deer Park, Red-crowned Crane Wetland, and Yellow Sea Forest Park offer opportunities to get close to nature and animals, suitable for children. ►Visit Water Street and European Style Street in the evening for dining, shopping, and enjoying the landscape lights.

Hey everyone! 🌸 Yancheng's spring offers a double treat of flower fields and wetlands! 🌿 In April-May, tulips carpet the ground, milu deer frolic on the mudflats, red-crowned cranes soar in the blue sky, and best of all - fewer crowds, beautiful scenery, and great prices! 💰 Save this comprehensive guide to unlock Yancheng's spring-exclusive romance! 💖 🔹About Yancheng 🌊 Yancheng, a coastal star of Jiangsu, boasts Asia's largest mudflat wetlands and is known as the "Home of Milu Deer and Red-Crowned Cranes" 🦌🦢. Unlike crowded Jiangnan water towns, it features vast flower fields, forest oxygen bars, and fairytale parks. Visit during April-May off-season for discounted tickets, bargain hotel rates, and crowd-free photo opportunities! ✨ 🎯Must-Visit Spring Attractions (Highlights👇) ❶【Holland Flower Sea (China's Largest Tulip Field)】🌷💐 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: 30 million tulips form a rainbow carpet, with windmills, churches, and flower fields transporting you to Holland! April-exclusive Tulip Cultural Festival features college music competitions and floral concerts - amazing atmosphere! 🕒Hours: 8:30-17:30 💰Admission: 45 yuan (off-season discounts available) ✨Tips: ✅ Wear light-colored dresses for photo shoots in tulip fields - guaranteed social media hits! 📸 ✅ Visit the "Love in Tulips" sculpture - a must for couples! 🔒 ✅ Watch the evening light show - breathtaking flowers and illuminations 🌌 ✅ Must-try: Flower Sea ice cream and Dutch snacks 🍦 ❷【China Milu Deer Park (World's Largest Milu Deer Reserve)】🦌🌳 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: Over 5,000 "four-unlike" milu deer roaming freely, feed carrots up close from sightseeing vehicles - melts your heart! Watch the King Deer Competition in May - spectacular! 🕒Hours: 8:30-17:00 💰Admission: 55 yuan ✨Tips: ✅ Buy 10 yuan carrots to feed deer - catch them sticking out their tongues! 😝 ✅ Take boat tours through wetlands, spot bathing deer and circling birds 🛶 ✅ Visit the Science Museum with kids to learn about deer antler shedding 🧠 ❸【Red-Crowned Crane Wetland Eco-Tourism Area】🦢🌾 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: 60% of global wild red-crowned cranes winter here. Though April-May isn't peak season, daily flights of captive crane flocks offer healing "crane ascension" views! 🕒Hours: 8:30-17:00 💰Admission: 45 yuan ✨Tips: ✅ Watch crane flights at 10:30 AM - capture aerial ballet 🩰 ✅ Walk wetland boardwalks to encounter wild ducks and egrets 🦆 ✅ Learn about Xu Xiujuan's crane protection story at the Crane Museum 📖 ❹【Dayang Bay Ecological Park (Cherry Blossoms + Hot Springs)】🌸♨️ 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: 50,000 cherry trees line a 10-kilometer stretch, ride mini trains through pink tunnels, enjoy evening hot springs and egg-cooking - maximum romance! 🕒Hours: 8:30-21:00 (night viewing available) 💰Admission: 60 yuan ✨Tips: ✅ Wear hanfu for cherry blossom photos - instant classical beauty 👘 ✅ Night cherry light show + fireworks - amazing atmosphere 🎆 ✅ Soak in natural hot springs, try hot spring-boiled eggs 🥚 ❺【Dafeng Dream Maze (Guinness Record Park)】🎪🚀 📍Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: World's largest hedge maze, go-karts, laser tag, trampoline park - full day of fun and perfect for families! 🕒Hours: 9:00-17:30 💰Admission: 80 yuan (combo tickets offer better value) ✨Tips: ✅ Challenge the Guinness maze - staff can help if you're lost 🆘 ✅ Race go-karts on the track - feel the speed and excitement 🏎️ ✅ VR hall and archery range - perfect for kids' entertainment! 🏖3-Day 2-Night Relaxed Itinerary D1 🌸Flower Viewing Day Morning: Holland Flower Sea photos + shows Afternoon: Dayang Bay cherry blossoms + evening hot springs Stay: Holland Flower Sea area B&B/city hotel D2 🦌Wetland Discovery Day Morning: Milu Deer Park deer feeding + wetland boat tour Afternoon: Crane Reserve crane watching + wetland hiking Stay: Yellow Sea Forest Park cabin (fall asleep to ocean waves 🌊) D3 🎢Theme Park Fun Day All day: Dafeng Dream Maze fun + European-style street visit Evening: Water Street food and souvenir shopping, return journey 🍜Must-Try Local Food ✅ Fish Soup Noodles: Milky white crucian carp soup + chewy noodles - incredibly delicious! 🍜 ✅ Lotus Root Balls: Q-texture wrapper with nut filling - sweet tooth heaven ✅ Yancheng Egg Pancakes: Local breakfast favorite, perfect with pork loin! 🌮 ✅ Drunken Snails: Coastal specialty, perfect with alcohol - try if you dare! 🏡Accommodation Recommendations ✅ Holland Flower Sea B&B: Window views of flower fields, wake up to floral fragrance 🌷 ✅ Yellow Sea Forest Park Cabins: Stay in forest oxygen bar, stargaze at night 🌌 ✅ Downtown 5-star hotels: Great value at 200+ yuan/night, super convenient location! 🚗Transportation Guide 🚄High-speed rail: 2 hours from Shanghai/Nanjing to Yancheng Station, easy taxi access to attractions 🚗Self-drive: Attractions are spread out, recommend car rental (100+ yuan/day) 🚌Public transport: Tourist season direct buses, City Tour lines 1/2 reach main attractions

🌳 Along the Huanghai coast in Dongtai, Jiangsu, lies a "natural oxygen bar" spanning 60,000 mu. Driving along National Highway 228, at the end of the road, a breathtaking view unfolds - Dongtai Huanghai Forest Park's metasequoia corridor stretches like a jade screen. Sunlight dances through branches onto stone pavements, while 4,000 negative ions per cubic centimeter carry the fresh scent of vegetation, naturally slowing the pace of urban dwellers. This is not only East China's largest artificial ecological forest but also a fairytale world through all seasons, from spring cherry blossoms to winter rime frost - each frame a visual poem of nature. 🌟 Must-Visit Secret Spots: Multiple Ways to Experience the Forest 🌲 Metasequoia Corridor and Skywalk • A Red Tunnel of Light and Shadow: Straight metasequoia trees stand guard on both sides like loyal sentinels. November brings blazing red sequoias, while December features crystal-clear rime frost. The skywalk suspended above the canopy lets you touch the leaves, with dappled shadows below creating perfect forest-themed photos. • Forest Eye Observation Deck: Free access to the glass observation deck offers a 360° view of the red sequoia forest. The mirror design creates an overlap of reflections and reality, like entering the floating realm of "Avatar." 🚂 Forest Train Tour • A Fairytale Train Through Time: Ride the vintage green train through the forest, where wheel sounds mix with birdsong on gravel paths, and window reflections capture flowing sequoia shadows - like stepping into the steampunk world of "Spirited Away" (train ride included in admission). ♨️ Forest Hot Spring Healing Plan • Natural Therapeutic Springs: Soak in the 42°C "Wind Bath" hot spring pool under starlight filtering through the canopy, with mineral-rich waters below that instantly melt away fatigue. Night bathers might catch glimpses of dancing fireflies in the forest. 🍜 Culinary Adventures: From Forest to Plate • Deep Forest Deer Restaurant: Features "Forest Feast" specialties. Must-try dishes include soup dumplings with crab roe (bursting with juice), bamboo fungus with free-range chicken, and pan-fried cod (fresh catch), paired with wild ferns. Enjoy ecological dining for about 60 yuan per person. • Wetland Fisherman's House: "Fisherman's Residence" 1km outside the park serves blanched squid, razor clams in scallion oil, and braised mixed fish - all fresh from Huanghai daily catch. Taste land and sea delicacies for about 50 yuan per person. 📝 Practical Guide: Worry-free Park Visit 🎫 Ticket Information • Basic ticket: 50 yuan (includes shuttle), train ride 20 yuan one-way, hot spring package 128 yuan (includes admission + hot spring + light meal) • Hidden benefits: Free admission for children under 1.4m and seniors over 70, half-price for student ID holders, free for photography association members. 🚶 Classic Routes 1. Morning: Metasequoia Corridor (aerial photos) → Skywalk (low-angle shots) → Forest Station (tea break) 2. Afternoon: Forest Train (forest crossing) → Forest Eye (panoramic shots) → Hot Springs → Night Firefly Valley tour ⏰ Best Seasons • Red Sequoia Season: Late November to mid-December, when sequoias turn vibrant red • Firefly Season: June-July nights, when fireflies light up the fairytale forest 🚗 Transportation Guide: Best Routes • Self-driving: Navigate to "Huanghai Forest Park," take Yanjing Highway to G228, about 3 hours from Shanghai/Nanjing, free parking. • High-speed rail + bus: Take Bus 16 from Dongtai Station (30 minutes) or taxi (20 minutes, about 30 yuan). 🏡 Nearby Accommodation: Forest Retreat Options • Nest Cabins: 5-minute walk to park, panoramic stargazing dome rooms with deer-viewing windows, 698 yuan/night including breakfast and hot spring tickets. • Forest Hidden Resort: 8-minute drive from park, Japanese-style hot spring inn with private forest bathing pools, 180 yuan/person/night for private nature experience. 📸 In-depth Experience Tips • Forest Photography: Rent hanfu/forest-style outfits at entrance (50 yuan/set) for unique photos on glass walkway and red sequoia tunnel. • Nature Class: Join "Little Forest Ranger" activities, make plant specimens, learn about wetland conservation (advance booking required). From the legendary mount of Jiang Ziya in "Creation of the Gods" to today's ecological miracle, Huanghai Forest Park has transformed barren beach into an oasis over 750 years, making every breath a whispered conversation with nature. 🌲

| Qingming Festival Travel Guide. Yancheng, formerly known as "Yandu," is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Jiangsu Province, located in the central coastal area of Jiangsu. It is the only prefecture-level city in China named after salt. The city has a profound culture of sea salt, and famous ministers such as Fan Zhongyan once served as salt officials here. Yancheng was once the core of the anti-Japanese base behind enemy lines in central China, and the New Fourth Army Memorial Hall tells the story of that red history. Yancheng has an excellent ecological environment. The Yellow Sea wetland is listed as a World Natural Heritage Site, Dafeng Chinese Milu Park is the largest wild milu park, and the Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area is also a great place for crane watching. In addition, Dutch Flower Sea, Yanzhen Water Street, Yellow Sea Forest Park and other scenic spots also attract many tourists. 🏞Recommended Attractions in [Downtown] Yancheng 1️⃣Tongma Square—Urban landmark, suitable for photo ops 2️⃣Water Street—Yancheng merchant culture commercial district, blending history and modernity 3️⃣Dayang Bay—Cherry blossoms bloom in spring, suitable for flower viewing and camping 4️⃣Zhuxi Ancient Town—A thousand-year-old town where you can experience the tranquility and beauty of a water town 5️⃣New Fourth Army Memorial Hall—Red tourism destination to learn about revolutionary history 6️⃣Sea Salt Museum—A window to understand Yancheng's salt industry culture 7️⃣Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area—Watch red-crowned cranes and experience the natural charm of the wetland 🏞Recommended Attractions in [Dafeng] Yancheng 1️⃣Chinese Milu Park—The largest milu natural reserve in Asia, observe the elegant posture of the "four unlikes" up close 2️⃣Dutch Flower Sea—The sea of flowers blooms in spring, as if you are in the Dutch countryside, suitable for taking pictures and viewing flowers 3️⃣Sunrise Bay—Watch the sunrise/sunset over the sea and feel the magnificence of nature 4️⃣Yellow Sea Wild Deer Pond—An excellent place to enjoy wetland scenery and wild milu deer 🏞Recommended Attractions in [Dongtai] Yancheng 1️⃣Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park—A natural oxygen bar, full of green in spring, suitable for hiking and cycling 2️⃣Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland—A world natural heritage site, where you can watch migratory birds and wetland scenery 3️⃣Dongtai Xixi Tourism and Culture Scenic Area—An ancient town integrating history, culture and natural landscapes, with the legend of "Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy" as its theme, romantic and full of stories 📎Attached travel map (Figure 13) 🚩Recommended travel routes 👭 Travel with besties/friends/couples 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Dayang Bay > Zhuxi Ancient Town (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Dutch Flower Sea > Sunrise Bay (Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland (Dongtai) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family trip 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Dayang Bay > Zhuxi Ancient Town (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area > Chinese Milu Park (Downtown > Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland (Dongtai) 🖼️ Cultural trip 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Tongma Square > Sea Salt Museum > Zhuxi Ancient Town (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area > Chinese Milu Park OR Yellow Sea Wild Deer Pond (Downtown > Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Xixi Tourism and Culture Scenic Area (Dongtai) 🌳 Spring outing/outdoor trip 1️⃣DAY 1 Water Street > Dayang Bay > Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecological Tourism Area (Downtown) 2️⃣DAY 2 Dutch Flower Sea > Chinese Milu Park (Dafeng) 3️⃣DAY 3 Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest Park > Dongtai Tiaozini Wetland (Dongtai)

This hotel truly surprised me! From the moment I stepped into Datang, I could feel its high quality and professional service. The rooms are spacious and bright, the beds are incredibly comfortable, and the facilities are comprehensive. The front desk staff is warm and courteous, always able to meet my needs promptly. The accommodation experience here is exceptional, highly recommended!

📍Location: Right next to Nishikasai Station 💞Reasons why we recommend it: It's close to Disney! And there's a free shuttle bus. (Reservation required) There are plenty of restaurants and convenience stores around the hotel. 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Very clean. Most of the customers are foreigners. I felt that there were more young Japanese people who use Disney. The room had a simple design with a wooden motif. There was a folding desk by the bed and many electrical outlets, so it was convenient for putting on makeup and styling my hair in the morning.

“Pleasant Guiyang, a summer paradise.” Guiyang, with its unique landscapes and cultural customs, is a city that makes people linger. But this time, I bid farewell to Guiyang and headed to Yancheng to explore the poetic land of northern Jiangsu and embark on an unforgettable spring trip. 🌅Itinerary - Day 1: China Sea Salt Museum → Yancheng Water Street - China Sea Salt Museum: Learn about the origin and development of Yancheng's sea salt culture. The museum's rich exhibits and multimedia displays vividly recreate scenes of ancient sea salt production, as if traveling through thousands of years. - Yancheng Water Street: Visit after nightfall. The ancient buildings are beautifully illuminated, allowing you to stroll through them and experience the charm of the water town. - Day 2: Dutch Flower Sea → Milu Deer National Nature Reserve - Dutch Flower Sea: In March, tulips bloom one after another. The colorful sea of flowers is like a fairy tale world, perfect for taking photos📸. - Milu Deer National Nature Reserve: Visit in the afternoon. This is the home of the milu deer, where you can observe these lovely creatures living freely in the wetlands up close. - Day 3: Yellow Sea Forest Park → Tiaozini Scenic Area → Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles Cultural Industrial Park - Yellow Sea Forest Park: Enter the park in the early morning, breathe in the fresh air, stroll along the forest boardwalk, and enjoy the tranquility of nature. - Tiaozini Scenic Area: Visit in the afternoon to see the largest intertidal wetland in Asia, admire the unique mudflat scenery, and if you're lucky, you might even see flocks of migratory birds. - Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles Cultural Industrial Park: Come here in the evening to learn about the production process of fish soup noodles and, of course, enjoy a bowl of authentic Dongtai fish soup noodles. 🏠Accommodation Recommendations - Yancheng City: It is recommended to stay near Baolong Plaza or Jianjun Road, which offers convenient transportation and many nearby restaurants and shopping areas. - Dongtai: If you are going to the Dutch Flower Sea and Tiaozini Scenic Area, you can choose to stay in Dongtai City, which offers good value and convenient transportation. ❗Important Notes - The weather in Yancheng is changeable in March, so remember to bring rain gear and warm clothes. - When visiting the Milu Deer National Nature Reserve and Tiaozini Scenic Area, pay attention to protecting the ecological environment and do not feed the animals. - The Dutch Flower Sea has many tourists on weekends. If you want to take photos, try to visit on a working day to better enjoy the scenery. On this trip to Yancheng, I experienced its unique natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Every scenic spot and every dish has become a precious memory of my journey. I look forward to meeting this city again!

🕐DAY 1 One-day tour guide to Tiaozini Scenic Area in Yancheng 🚗 Traffic Guide - Self-driving route: Yancheng City → G15 Shenhai Expressway → Provincial Highway 352 → Linhai Highway → Tiaozini Scenic Area (the whole journey is about 1.5 hours). - Public transportation: Take the bus from Yancheng Bus Station to Dongtai, then transfer to the bus from Dongtai to Longgang Town, and then transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus (there are fewer buses, so it is recommended to drive or charter a car). ⛱ Recommended attractions 1. Bird watching platform & bird watching tower Equipped with high-power telescopes, you can watch rare birds such as the reverse-billed sandpiper and black-faced spoonbill. The best time for bird watching is around 12:00 after high tide. Activity suggestion: Arrange bird watching time according to the tide table (provided at the entrance of the scenic area), and it is recommended to stay for 1-2 hours. 2. Tidal forest & Red carpet of salt wormwood When the tide is low, the beach is exposed and the tidal creek forms a "tidal forest" spectacle; in autumn, the salt wormwood turns red, like a red carpet in the wetland. Photo spots: the northern end of the salt wormwood field and the tidal forest reflection area. It is recommended to wear waterproof shoes or rain boots. 3. Shallow Beach Road & Seaside Lighthouse Drive along the coastal road and take photos of the vast scenery of the road and the beach; the lighthouse is located outside the scenic area, suitable for sunset silhouettes. 4. 720 Heights The world's first high tide migratory bird habitat, where you can observe tens of thousands of migratory birds at close range, suitable for ecological photography. 🏨 Accommodation suggestions - Near the scenic area: It is recommended to stay in the town of Longgang, and stay in a fast hotel such as GreenTree Inn (about 200-300 yuan/night), which is convenient for continuing to play the next day. - Yancheng City: If you plan to visit other attractions (such as Huanghai Forest Park) the next day, you can return to the city and choose a star hotel (300-500 yuan/night). 💰 Overall cost reference - Tickets: 30 yuan/person for adults (24 yuan for online purchase), half price for children/students/seniors aged 60-70 (15 yuan), free for those aged 70 and above​​. - Dining: There is no restaurant in the scenic area. It is recommended to bring your own dry food or eat in the town of Longgang (80-100 yuan per person). - Transportation: The fuel cost for self-driving is about 100-150 yuan; the parking fee in the scenic area is 10 yuan/time. - Others: renting a telescope or fishing tools costs about 20-50 yuan. - Total: The daily budget for one person is about 300-500 yuan (including basic consumption). 💡 Other practical tips 1. Tide time: Check the tide table for the day in advance. The best time for bird watching and sea catching is 1 hour before and after high tide. 2. Equipment recommendations: Wear waterproof shoes, sun-proof clothing and hats, and carry binoculars and a telephoto lens (a must-have for photography enthusiasts). 3. Environmental protection tips: Do not drive away birds or litter, and protect the wetland ecology. 4. Note for self-driving: Navigate to "Tiaozini Scenic Area Parking Lot" and you need to change to a sightseeing bus in the scenic area (the fee is included in the ticket). 5. Seasonal recommendations: Autumn (October-November) is the season for the red carpet of saltwort and migratory birds; in winter, you can avoid the crowds and experience the tranquility of the tidal flats. ✅ Itinerary reference - Morning: 8:30 entrance → bird watching tower → 720 high ground → tidal forest - Noon: 12:00 lunch in Longgang Town (recommended seafood restaurant) - Afternoon: 14:00 photo taking on the shallow road → lighthouse by the sea → salt wormwood red carpet → sunset tide watching - Evening: 17:00 return or go to the accommodation

🌊 Who understands the joy of having the whole mudflat to yourself in Yancheng? (My poor friend who went to Sanya during the Lunar New Year, look at me enjoying the empty city and laughing like a goose 🦆) --- 🌿 Why Yancheng? 👉🏻 2-hour high-speed train from Shanghai, prices are 1/3 of Suzhou and Hangzhou 👉🏻 One of only two intertidal wetlands in the world (the other is in South Korea) 👉🏻 Hotel prices drop to 150+/night after the Lunar New Year, buy-one-get-one-free scenic spot tickets --- 🚗 Transportation and accommodation tips ▪️ High-speed train tip: Buy a ticket to "Yancheng Dafeng Station", take a taxi for 15 yuan to Holland Flower Sea (tulips start to bloom at the end of February 🌷) ▪️ Accommodation tip: Yellow Sea Forest Park cabin (400+/night including breakfast for two and tickets), open the window to see elk walking around, more healing than Animal Crossing ▪️ Reverse tourism tip: Avoid the crowds at the Red-crowned Crane Reserve, go to 📍Dafeng Port Zoo to see bowing elk (5 yuan/bag of carrots to feed them) --- 📸 Exclusive photo spots ✅ Tiaozini Wetland (free | go at low tide) → Bring salt! Write "I was here" on the mudflat (the tide will erase it in 10 minutes) → See the "tidal tree" spectacle at 3 pm, drone view looks like the earth's blood vessels ✅ Anfeng Ancient Town (free | 10 times fewer people than Zhouzhuang) → Buy rice wine from the grandma sunbathing at the entrance of Wu's Ancestral Hall (5 yuan/bowl with traditional blue and white porcelain) → Go to the tea house converted from a century-old pawnshop, the owner will teach you how to play Yancheng leaf cards 🃏 ✅ Water Street Lantern Festival (until February 24) → Don't blink during the 7 pm Phoenix Flying performance! After the show, squeeze to the back door of the stage to buy lotus root balls (brown sugar flavor beats the scenic spot store) --- 🍜 Local food guide 🔥 Farmer Street Egg Pancake (starts at 3 pm) → Add kelp shreds + pork tenderloin = 7 yuan, sweet bean sauce is the soul → Next door, oil sticks with tofu pudding, sweet and salty forever 🔥 Dongtai Fish Soup Noodles (Aunt Mei's Noodle House) → White soup made with crucian carp bone marrow, sprinkle white pepper and drink until your nose sweats → Secret menu: add a spoonful of shrimp roe, so fresh that your friend will change their train ticket overnight 🔥 Dagang Salted Goose (Unnamed stall on Jianshe Road) → Starts selling at 4 pm, goose gizzard is more popular than goose meat → Vacuum-packed, can be taken on the high-speed train, mix with noodles at home and make your roommate cry with envy --- 💣 Pitfalls to avoid 1️⃣ Red-crowned crane release time changed to 10:30! Don't wait for the afternoon show 2️⃣ Holland Flower Sea only has greenhouse flower fields in February, don't be fooled by online photos 3️⃣ Be cautious of "seafood stalls" recommended by taxi drivers, menu has no prices 4️⃣ Yellow Sea Forest Park train costs 50 yuan/person, better to rent a bike --- 📌 Hidden tips for traveling through Dafeng 🔸 Bring rubber shoes! Tiaozini mudflat can trap people 🔹 Book a free tour guide at Yancheng Museum in advance (wearing Hanfu can trigger NPC storylines) 🔸 Dazong Lake winter fishing season is ending, buy fish on-site and they can help marinate it 🔹 Bring back a bundle of Binhai sausages, colleagues will chase you for the link after steaming (Being fed New Year goods by three shop owners in Anfeng Ancient Town, I finally understand what "the warmth of scattered Jiangsu" means 💖) --- 💬 "What other reverse tourism gems are there in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai? Share your secret bases in the comments!"

| A hidden paradise in the green wilderness. 🌬️The hustle and bustle of the city is like a tide, and I am always looking for a quiet harbor where my soul can rest. By chance, I came across Yancheng Huanghai Forest Flower Hotel - Jinglin, as if I had stepped into a fairyland forgotten by time. 📍 Embraced by the Huanghai Forest Flower Hotel - Jinglin is located in the vast Yancheng Huanghai Forest. As you approach along the winding path, the rich negative ions can't wait to get into your nose. The tall metasequoia trees are like loyal guards, neatly arranged, and the sunlight shines through the gaps in the branches and leaves, forming a dreamy light and shadow. This is the kingdom of the forest, and the Flower Hotel is the pearl embedded in it. 🏠 A poetic living space Stepping into the hotel, the wooden structure of the building exudes a warm atmosphere, perfectly integrated with the surrounding natural environment. The design of the guest rooms is simple yet stylish, with large floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the beauty of the forest into the room without reservation. In the morning, wake up to the crisp sound of birdsong, open the curtains, and the greenery instantly dispels all sleepiness. The room is exquisitely decorated, from the soft bedding to the designer tea sets, every detail reflects the pursuit of quality life. 🌳 The integration of nature and culture Flower Hotel - Jinglin is not only a place to stay, but also a place where people can deeply experience the charm of nature and culture. The hotel regularly holds various nature-related activities, such as forest hiking tours, where you can explore the mysteries of little-known flora and fauna under the guidance of a professional guide; there are also handicraft courses, where you can use natural materials from the forest to make unique souvenirs. Here, you can touch nature with your own hands, feel the gift of nature, and find inner peace in the nourishment of culture. 🍱 The taste of the forest on the tip of your tongue The hotel's food is also unforgettable. Most of the ingredients are sourced locally, fresh and distinctive. The free-range poultry in the forest is tender and the dishes are fragrant; there are also various seasonal wild vegetables, which are skillfully cooked by the chef and become delicious dishes on the table. Sitting in the restaurant, enjoying the food while admiring the forest scenery outside the window, such a dining experience is undoubtedly a feast for both taste and vision. Yancheng Huanghai Forest Flower Hotel - Jinglin is a pure land I found in the world. Here, time seems to slow down and the soul finds its home. If you also want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, come here, listen to the sound of nature in the embrace of the forest, and enjoy a quiet and beautiful time.

| Eastern romance in an ancient town. Who can relate? I recently discovered a hidden gem in Dongtai, Jiangsu, which is like a real-life paradise! It is home to the beautiful love story of Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy, and is a charming and unique place. The ancient town is full of the charm of Jiangnan, and the atmosphere is lively. I really regret not coming here sooner. 😭 📍Location: Dongtai Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area 🚄Transportation: Take the high-speed train to "Dongtai Station" and take a taxi for about 15 minutes to get there. 🚗Self-driving: 3 hours from Nanjing, 3.5 hours from Shanghai, 4 hours from Hangzhou. The scenery along the way is also beautiful, making it perfect for a road trip! 🎫Tickets: The scenic area and night market are free, but you need to buy a separate ticket for the "Tianxianyuan" performance. 🌟[Must-visit attractions] 1. Limu Ancient Street: The ancient street is full of the charm of Jiangnan, with small bridges and flowing water. Every step feels like walking into a Jiangnan ink painting, and every photo is stunning! 2. Haichunxuan Tower: Known as the "First Tower of Jiangsu," it was built during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty, almost 1,400 years ago. The sense of history is overwhelming! 3. Caoshi Street: A paradise for food lovers! It gathers 128 kinds of special snacks from all over the country. Eating all the way down the street is like experiencing the taste of China, and your stomach will be full. 😋 4. Wenyan Tea House: If you get tired of walking, come here for afternoon tea and take a break. The cultural and creative products in the store are also exquisite, and it's a good idea to pick a few as souvenirs to take home. 5. Houhai Sanxiangge Art Museum: If it rains, it's a great idea to visit the art museum and see the exhibitions. The exhibitions are rich in content and full of artistic atmosphere. 6. Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy Cultural Park: This is the birthplace of the love story of Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy, full of filial piety culture and romantic legends. The old locust tree and Dong Yong Temple carry the love that transcends time and space. 💓 There is also a live performance of "Tianxianyuan," with fireworks and light effects that are immersive and shocking! 📌[Travel tips] 1. During the Spring Festival, there are New Year performances and folk performances at different times, which are lively and not to be missed! 2. Because of the legend of Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy, you can register for marriage at the Civil Affairs Bureau in the ancient town. How romantic! Couples, come and experience this sweetness. 3. Be sure to try Dongtai's morning tea. The "Dong Gege" pork buns are handmade, and paired with the special fish soup noodles, they will satisfy your appetite! If you're still wondering where to go for the holidays, don't hesitate! Come to Dongtai Xixi Tianxianyuan Scenic Area and experience this unique Eastern romance. 💕

9 hidden gems in Yancheng, off the beaten path and stunning! Yancheng, a hidden gem in northern Jiangsu, is home to many beautiful landscapes and rich cultural heritage. These 9 attractions are not to be missed, off the beaten path and stunning! Milu Deer Park Yancheng's only 5A-level scenic spot, the world's largest milu deer nature reserve. Here, herds of milu deer graze and frolic on the grass, taking you into a fairytale animal kingdom. Holland Flower Sea Covering an area of 3,000 mu, it is known as the "Disneyland of Yancheng". Every spring, more than 30 million tulips bloom, red, yellow, and purple intertwined, like a dreamland. Yellow Sea Forest Park The largest artificial ecological forest park in East China, with metasequoia, wooden houses, rivers, boardwalks, and small trains, is a great place to get close to nature. Red-crowned Crane Wetland Ecotourism Area The largest coastal wetland reserve on the west coast of the Pacific Ocean, and the world's largest wintering ground for wild red-crowned cranes. In autumn and winter, red-crowned cranes dance gracefully, a sight to behold. Dazong Lake - Eastern Jin Water City Dazong Lake is clear, and the lake and mountains are picturesque. The Eastern Jin Water City is modeled after Southern Song architecture, with an ancient style and charm, as if taking you back in time. Yanzhen Water Street A commercial street modeled after the Ming and Qing dynasties, known as the "Yancheng version of Qinhuai River". There are many delicacies, as well as theatrical performances, and the night view is charming. New Fourth Army Memorial Hall A window to learn about the history of the New Fourth Army and the old appearance of the military headquarters. The relics and photos in the museum tell the story of the difficult revolutionary years. Tiaozini A golden beach on the shores of the Yellow Sea, with wide and flat sand, shining in the sunlight. The sea breeze is gentle, making you feel relaxed and happy. Anfeng Ancient Street Full of historical charm, with bluestone roads, carved doors and windows, and ancient shops. Stroll through it and feel the changes of time. These attractions in Yancheng each have their own charm, come and check them out for an unforgettable trip!

The first stop of the New Year trip: Dongtai, Jiangsu I didn’t expect that there is such a treasure travel destination in Jiangsu!! This is also the origin of Dong Yong and the Seven Fairies~ Come here with your family this Spring Festival → Eat fish noodle soup | Visit the ancient town | See folk customs | Enjoy lanterns and fireworks Happy New Year [HeartBeat] How to get to [Awesome]? [HighSpeedRail] Dongtai Station—[CarFront] 10min [CarFront] Self-driving in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai [Chin]How to play? New Year Citywalk🚶 One-day Tour: [Caoshi Street→Xixi Ancient Town→Limu Street→Yanxi Academy→Haichunxuan Tower→Tea House→Caoshi Street Lanterns] [Love] Must-visit places: [One] Caoshi Street There are many Dongtai specialty snacks here, which are particularly lively at night. There are also many lanterns nearby, where you can check in! [Two] Xixi Ancient Town Xixi was the main place for collecting salt tax in history. It still preserves a large number of ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including Taishan Temple, Limu Street, and Bazi Bridge. [Three] Haichunxuan Tower It was first built during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. It has a long history of nearly 1,400 years and is one of the landmark buildings of Dongtai Xixi! [Four] Yanxi Academy This is related to Yan Shu, who once worked as a salt tax official in Xixi and has a strong scholarly atmosphere. [Five] Wenyan Tea House In the evening, you can drink tea and chat with friends here, it's really comfortable!! The environment is particularly elegant! [StarEyes] Tips!! [Sakura] There will also be super exciting intangible cultural heritage folk performances during the Spring Festival [Sakura] There are also local specialty snacks such as Dongtai fish soup noodles, and Dong Gege's big meat buns!! You can come here for breakfast in the morning~