Often overlooked, Liyang in Jiangsu is a hidden gem of a small city

After mentioning underrated treasure cities for trips around the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai area, I believe Liyang would definitely make the list. It's off the beaten path and not crowded, offering a healing expanse of bamboo forests that form a sea of green. Boating on Tianmu Lake feels like you're traversing through a painting. If you're still undecided about where to go for a holiday, Liyang is certainly a great choice! 🚗【About Transportation】: 🚄Take the high-speed train to "Liyang", and it's recommended to drive or rent a car for convenience. 🏠【About Accommodation】: There are many characteristic homestays and hotels in Liyang. For a comfortable stay with a nice environment, the area around Tianmu Lake is recommended. 2-day 1-night travel route: Day1: Nanshan Bamboo Sea - Zheri Yicang - Baoyuan Zen Temple - Fangsuo Cultural Village Day2: Liyang Museum - Shenxi Yan Village - Pingqiao Stone Dam - Jellyfish Mountain - Highway No.1 📷【Recommended Attractions】 1️⃣Nanshan Bamboo Sea The vast bamboo forest and adorable red pandas are so healing, and it's wonderful to ride the little train through the bamboo sea. 2️⃣Pingqiao Stone Dam The waterfall is stunning when it cascades down, especially when the water flow is abundant. 3️⃣Zheri Yicang A must-visit spot in Liyang with a well-designed library, and now there's a free photography exhibition upstairs. 4️⃣Jellyfish Mountain The scene is more stunning in person than in photos. The blue lake and green grasslands give a feeling akin to the white cliffs of a distant island, and it's also a good spot for camping, but safety first. 5️⃣Fangsuo Cultural Village The treasure spot is the book tower at the entrance, which is full of design and great for photography, with a very photogenic blue tone. 6️⃣Baoyuan Zen Temple Close to the cultural village, this ancient temple has a Southeast Asian style and is also worth a visit. 7️⃣Liyang Museum A hidden treasure spot, just go up the stairs next to it to find a great view. If the weather is good, looking through the hole in the roof at the blue sky and clouds gives a magical anime-like feeling. 🍜Food Recommendations Tianmu Lake fish head in a clay pot, zha gan, Shanghuang six-finger lamb, salted goose, black rice, salted tofu, Liyang wind goose, black rice sausage, yan lai qin.