Things to do in Siyang

Tianjin Binhai Mazu Cultural Park is located in the tidal flats of Caijiabao Village, Yingcheng Town, Binhai New Area, Tianjin, adjacent to Tianjin Central Fishing Port, Bohai Sea and the East Seawall of the Aircraft Carrier Theme Park, and bordering Haibin Avenue to the north. The project was jointly developed and constructed by Tianjin Binhai New Area and Dajia Jenn Lan Temple in Taichung County, Taiwan, and was unveiled and completed in September 2009.

Going on a Friday afternoon meant fewer crowds and no queues for anything, including the parade floats. The only downside was that the Monkey King's Parade wasn't running, which was a bit of a disappointment. Everything was great, especially the Three Battles with the White Bone Demon, which allowed for multiple rides when there were no queues. The park was already setting up for Halloween, which created a nice atmosphere at night.

The Liyun Canal Scenic Area is free, but you need a ticket for the cruise. It is recommended to take a cruise to see the night view. We bought the cruise ticket in advance, and we need to exchange it for a paper ticket first, and then queue up to get on the bus. There were too many people during the May Day holiday, and we queued for more than two hours before we got on. During this time, we had dinner at the Qifeng Pavilion, and there was a performance at the National Master Tower, so the waiting time was not so unbearable.

You can spend two days visiting Zhou Enlai's former residence in Huai'an. There's also a nice traditional shop in Hexia Ancient Town. The overall commercial atmosphere isn't too strong, so it's worth a visit.

100 yuan is alright; the scenery is quite nice, with lots of swans and ducks. Sitting on the boat, listening to the boatwoman's explanations, was very comfortable. After it rained at the Twenty-Four Bridges, we transferred to the park's shuttle bus. It cost 20 yuan and took about 10 minutes. After that, I explored the surrounding area on my own. If you have enough time and energy, I think exploring on foot and slowly appreciating the scenery would be very pleasant.

One of only two remaining government offices, and the site of the tragic death of Dou E, it features an exhibition of ancient torture instruments, mostly displayed using digital technology, wax figures, physical objects, and illustrations. It's a must-see for tourists in Huai'an.

The former residence doesn't look large, but it's surprisingly spacious inside, offering a vivid glimpse into the life of the master writer Wu Cheng'en. It also features various props from the CCTV version of Journey to the West, making it quite interesting.

We were very fortunate that our top guide today was Ms. Dong Ling. Her professional expertise was solid; she didn't just recite from memory. She eloquently explained the stories and archaeological backgrounds behind each of the museum's treasures, making dry history vivid and easy to understand. My son and I deeply experienced the thousand-year history of Nanjing. Highly recommended!

It's pretty good, quite fun. It's a small island, quite large, with many Buddha statues and other attractions, but climbing the mountain can be a bit tiring. You have to take a boat to get there, so it might not be the most exciting part, but it's still a nice place to relax alone on the weekend.

The Confucius Temple and Jiangnan Examination Hall along the Qinhuai River in Nanjing offer stunning nighttime views. A stroll through them in the gentle autumn breeze is incredibly pleasant. There are free performances and some attractions that charge admission, so you can choose what to do. In short, anyone visiting Nanjing should definitely check them out.