Xijindu Ancient Street

It's more livable than Nanjing, more legendary than Yangzhou, this forgotten millennium-old city is excessively understated in its beauty! That's Zhenjiang! Spring is the perfect season to embark on a journey to Zhenjiang🌸 - 🌟Jinshan Temple 🎫: Off-season 50, peak season 65 A 5A-level scenic spot, the filming location of 'The Legend of the White Snake', the 'Golden Mountain' in 'Water Floods Golden Mountain' refers to this place! The temple is full of ancient trees and singing birds, set against yellow walls and black tiles, offering great visual appeal, with a high photo-taking success rate. There's also the official Jinshan coffee, which tastes decent - 🌟Xijin Ferry Ancient Street 🎫: 🆓 A historical district, with a main street winding upwards, the foreground features the ancient city lights, and the background is adorned with mountainous temples and pavilions, exuding a sense of the past. Although the alley is not very large, the attractions within are worth stopping to visit. The Zhao Guan Stone Pagoda and Yuntai Pavilion are good for checking in. The downside is that it's very commercialized, and the commercial value for money is not high - 🌟Zhenjiang Museum (Former British Consulate) 🎫: 🆓 Reservation required Adjacent to Xijin Ferry Ancient Street, the museum has two exhibition halls, featuring bronze ware, gold and silver ware, and crafts. Admission is free, but reservations must be made in advance on 🍊. There might be street musicians playing outside the museum, which is quite romantic - 🌟Beigu Mountain 🎫: 30 Steep and towering, standing on the north bank of the Yangtze River, Ganlu Temple is located here, but it's not the one from the story of Huanhuan. There are fewer tourists than at Jinshan, suitable for climbing and enjoying the panoramic view of Zhenjiang - 🌟Jiangda Back Street Snack Street 🎫: 🆓 Gathering delicacies from all over, reminiscent of the college days, you can come here for the night market. I chose a few stalls with friends, none of which were disappointing, but they were also quite common, and the location is relatively remote - 🌟Guanyin Bridge Alley 🎫: 🆓 This street has many beautiful shops, mostly coffee shops and simple meals. The reviews are mixed, so it's best to search for ratings before going - 🚄About transportation: It's very close to Yangzhou, Nanjing, and Shanghai! An excellent choice for weekend trips! The attractions in Zhenjiang are mostly connected and close to each other, making it convenient to take the bus - 🍜Food recommendation: Pot Cover Noodles (just pick any shop, they're all pretty good), Feiquan's buns - ❌Avoid: Went to try the loin at the entrance of Yong'an Food Market because of its fame, but it felt very ordinary, not really worth a special trip -

🫙On my first visit to Zhenjiang, I fell in love with Xijindu. Unlike many old streets and ancient towns that are overly renovated or commercialized, Xijindu still retains a lot of historical traces. The stone paths and ancient walls on the mountain, the Yuntai Pavilion was closed due to the rain so the path wasn't open, but it looked quite beautiful when lit up at night, haha 🫙Down by the stage at the foot of the mountain is where all the popular shops are clustered. I randomly picked one that looked nice, and the taste didn't disappoint~ Had a 'Little Gold' handmade drink, satisfying! 🫙Before coming to Zhenjiang, the biggest impression was probably the vinegar. You can buy it in small shops along the way, but it seems you can get it in any supermarket, so I recommend going to Hengshun Vinegar Taste~ It's a large store with a variety of vinegar products, black vinegar, fruit vinegar, fragrant vinegar, a dazzling array, and they also have vinegar eggs and vinegar candy, great for gifts! 🫙The cultural and creative products are even more interesting~ This vinegar pot fridge magnet is really worth buying, haha, too cute 🫙The shop also has commemorative stamps. You need to buy a stamp book, or you can get a stamp with a purchase, but it seems no one really checks 🫙Nearby Xijindu Tourist Center and Zhenjiang Museum Tourist Center also have stamps

Xijin Ferry, called 'Suanshan Ferry' during the Three Kingdoms period, was once known as 'Jinling Ferry' in the Tang Dynasty, a national AAAA level tourist attraction, located at the foot of Yuntai Mountain in the northwest of Zhenjiang city, Jiangsu province, bordering the Yangtze River to the north, starting from Yushan to the west, with a central axis of 1800, covering an area of about 52 hectares as of June 2013. It is a historical site built along the Poshan plank road. Xijin Ferry, founded during the Three Kingdoms period, is located by the mountain and the river, with majestic scenery. 'Waiting for the Ferry Pavilion' is said to be the place where Emperor Qianlong fished. Li Bai, Meng Haoran, Zhang Hu, Wang Anshi, Su Shi, Lu You and others have waited for boats or landed here, leaving many well-known poems praising Xijin Ferry. There are 2 national cultural relics protection units and 14 provincial and municipal cultural relics protection units in Xijin Ferry district. It is the area with the most, the most concentrated, and the best preserved cultural relics in Zhenjiang, and also the 'cultural vein' of Zhenjiang's historical and cultural city. It is the area with the most, the most concentrated, and the best preserved cultural relics in Zhenjiang, and also the 'cultural vein' of Zhenjiang's historical and cultural city.

👍Highly recommended: 📍Detailed address: Xijindu Ancient Street, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu The appearance of the ancient town over a thousand years is vividly reflected here, with shops, residential houses, and the ancient ferry along the old street making one feel as if they have traveled back in time. A national AAAA-level tourist attraction, located at the foot of Yuntai Mountain to the west of Zhenjiang city , it is a historical site built along the broken mountain plank road. Xijindu Ancient Street has 38 cultural relics protection units, and is the 'cultural vein' of the famous historical and cultural city of Zhenjiang , an ancient street district carrying a thousand years of history. In addition, nearby there are Jinshan, Beigushan, and Jiaoshan. 🚉Transportation strategy: Take a taxi to the hotel from Zhenjiang Station and walk to Xijindu in the evening. Attraction tickets: Free 🌟Highlights: There are many small attractions within the Xijindu scenic area that are worth checking out. For example: Zhenjiang Museum, British Embassy , Waiting for Ferry Pavilion, Suan Mountain Garden , Zhao Guan Stone Pagoda, Guanyin Cave , Yuntai Pavilion, Fifty-three Slopes, Oriental Printing Society, Shangqing Stage, etc. . 📝Tips: 1. The weather in Zhenjiang is changeable, it is recommended that tourists carry rain gear , and keep an eye on the weather forecast . 2. Zhenjiang Vinegar Culture Museum is closed on Mondays , visitors planning to go should adjust their schedule accordingly . 3. During peak tourist seasons, it is advised to book hotels and attraction tickets in advance , to avoid waiting in line on-site . 4. After visiting Xijindu, you can also visit the Three Mountains , making the trip worthwhile ! In summary, as the saying goes, 'a glance spans a thousand years.' The place is quaint and artistic. Walking up allows one to overlook the entire night view of Xijindu, and it is indeed worth it!

If you want to go to a slow-paced city with fewer tourists and a comfortable atmosphere during the holidays, don't miss Zhenjiang! 🏠 Accommodation: Wanbao Holiday Hotel Right out of Zhenjiang Station is Wanda Plaza, with many hotels and restaurants nearby. 🍜 Cuisine: Fragrant vinegar, cured meat, pot cover noodles 📍 Hao Run Fa Pot Cover Noodles (near Wanda Plaza of Zhenjiang Station) ✅ Closes at 20:00! ✅ At 13:30 there are still many people, but you won't have trouble finding a seat. The portion of pot cover noodles is not very large, but the cured meat is quite cheap (10r/ 4 slices), recommended✨ 📍 Chen Ji Pot Cover Noodles (near Jinshan Temple, 400 meters walk) ✅ Very popular, you have to queue, but it's quick. ✅ The portion of pot cover noodles is generous, and they are very tasty, but the cured meat is expensive (6r/slice), highly recommended✨✨ 📸 Main Attractions: 📍 Beigu Mountain 👣 Transportation: Bus No. 25 to Ganlu Temple Station (ticket price 1r): 1.5h-2h 💳 Admission: Full ticket 40r, half price for students, tickets can be purchased online, and commemorative tickets can be collected on-site. ✅ The main attractions are Beigu Pavilion and Ganlu Temple. You can follow the official WeChat account 'Zhenjiang Beigu Mountain Scenic Area', which has features like audio guides, map navigation, and recommended routes, very convenient! ✅ Don't miss the Yangda yogurt dried at the entrance of the scenic area, 4.5r/cup, which is also a must-visit in Zhenjiang! The pineapple sold at the stalls is also very sweet, usually 3r/skewer, worth a try! 📍 Xijindu 2h⏰ 💳 Admission: Free ✅ Nearby is the former British Consulate site (open from 9:00 to 16:00, ticket price 20r/person, half price for students) and the Zhenjiang Museum. If you have time, it's recommended to take a look👀 ✅ There are many small attractions inside, and the Buddhist culture is quite rich, 'A Thousand Years at a Glance' (P7) is not to be missed! The main street is more commercialized, with shops on both sides, and the items are quite expensive. If you want to experience a quaint atmosphere in a less crowded place, you can visit Li Gongpu's former residence! ✅ Coming out from Xiaomatou Street (P8), you can find a food street and also see a path leading up the mountain. (Although this path is closed after 17:00, you can still cross the barrier to view the night scene of Xijindu🌌 📍 Jinshan Park (open from 8:00 to 18:00) 2h⏰ 💳 Admission: 64r/person, half price for students, tickets can be purchased online or on-site. ✅ The scenic area is large, with the main attraction being Jinshan Temple (the filming location of the 'Legend of the White Snake'). It's recommended to go early, and if it rains, it's even better, as walking in the temple in the rain is really a great experience! There are also very cute temple cats~ ✅ After coming out of Jinshan Temple, you can visit Baihua Islet, the First Spring in the World, and other attractions, all very beautiful🌱

Between Jingkou and Guazhou lies a single stretch of water, while Zhongshan is separated by several layers of mountains. Spring breeze turns the banks of the south of the Yangtze River green again, when will the bright moon shine on my return? During the Yuan dynasty, the famous Italian traveler Marco Polo came from Yangzhou to Zhenjiang, and he also landed at Xijin Ferry. This shows that, at least since the Three Kingdoms period, Xijin Ferry has been a famous crossing on the Yangtze River. Since the Tang dynasty, Zhenjiang has been an important town for grain transportation and a strategic traffic throat. Xijin Ferry was the only crossing from Zhenjiang to the north of the river at that time, holding an extremely important strategic position. It has been a place of military contention since the Three Kingdoms period. When Lu You passed by Xijin Ferry, he was amazed at the daily transportation of thousands of troops at the ferry. The poem written by the Qing dynasty poet Yu Shuzi further describes the busy scene of people coming and going at the Xijin Ferry.

Xijin Ferry, a place well known to locals in Zhenjiang, but little known to outsiders; Xijin Ferry, a famous ferry crossing in the Yangtze River in ancient times, is now a national 4A tourist attraction. During the Three Kingdoms period, Xijin Ferry was originally named Suan Mountain Ferry, renamed Jinling Ferry in the Tang Dynasty, and was not called Xijin Ferry until the Song Dynasty. Records show that the history of Xijin Ferry can be traced back to the Six Dynasties period, about 1800 years ago. Over the centuries, many historical events and cultural anecdotes have taken place here, enough for people to reminisce and ponder. Despite the changes of time and the cycle of centuries, Xijin Ferry remains. Since the Six Dynasties of China (222-589), Xijin Ferry has been a key water and land crossing point on the Yangtze River. During the Yongjia period (307-313), there were many years of war in the Central Plains, and the northern gentry and people could not bear the ravages of war. Hundreds of thousands of people landed south from Xijin Ferry, which is the famous 'Yongjia South Crossing' in history. Over the past century, the number of people from the north who have moved south through Xijin Ferry is no less than a million. Now, in the southern wing of Jiangsu and in Huzhou and Hangzhou, Zhejiang, where the Wu dialect is spoken, many villagers can speak standard Mandarin. This may be related to the fact that people from the Central Plains in the north settled in the south via Xijin Ferry, and their descendants inherited the dialect of their ancestors. Over the centuries, there have been hundreds of important battles at Xijin Ferry, so in ancient times, it was also a strategic military fortress for the north to enter the south. Tang Dynasty poets Li Bai and Meng Haoran, Song Dynasty Wang Anshi, Lu You and others have all waited for boats at Xijin Ferry, waiting to cross the river and leaving many moving poems for later generations to chant. Among them, the most popular is the poem 'Title Jinling Ferry' by Tang Dynasty poet Zhang Hu. The poem writes: 'Jinling Ferry's small mountain building, a night traveler can worry. The tide falls in the night river under the slanting moon, two or three star fires are Gua Zhou.' The whole poem is beautiful in words and poignant in artistic conception, highlighting the poet's loneliness, confusion, and desolation at the time. The Jinling Ferry in the poem is actually Xijin Ferry. To commemorate this Tang Dynasty poet, the local authorities have erected a bronze statue of Zhang Hu and a stele of this poem on Xiaomatou Street in Xijin Ferry for tourists to admire. Inside Xijin Ferry Scenic Area, there are many historical and cultural relics, including the British Consulate in Zhenjiang built during the Qing Tongzhi (1864) period, Fifty-three Slopes, Guanyin Cave, Shaoguan Stone Pagoda and Waiting for the Ferry Pavilion. The most famous is the Shaoguan Stone Pagoda. Because its shape is similar to a bottle, it is also called the Bottle Pagoda. It is reported that the Shaoguan Stone Pagoda is a relic of the Yuan Dynasty and has a history of more than 700 years. Its preservation is amazing. The Shaoguan Stone Pagoda is now a cultural relic protection unit in Jiangsu Province, and many well-known experts unanimously praise the Shaoguan Stone Pagoda as the only well-preserved and oldest street stone pagoda in China. Since the Yuan Dynasty, Tibetan Buddhism has flourished and there are many sects. Its penetration is very strong and its influence is widespread at home and abroad. The Shaoguan Stone Pagoda is a strong evidence of the penetration of Tibetan Buddhism into Zhenjiang. The shape of the Shaoguan Stone Pagoda comes from a kind of covered bowl pagoda, which is a Lama pagoda, from which we can see the shadow of the Indian Stupa. Of course, various types of pagodas in China are also combined with China's actual conditions and evolved from the ancestor of the pagoda - the Indian Stupa. In fact, this kind of conical stone pagoda is common in the Qinghai-Tibet region of our country, but it has become a rarity in the mainland. According to Buddhist interpretation, the pagoda is the Buddha. Therefore, when we pass through the coupon door under the Shaoguan Pagoda, we are worshiping the Buddha and paying homage to the Buddha. Today, with the change of environment and the decline of ferry function, Xijin Ferry, as a well-known tourist attraction in Zhenjiang, has gradually become known to tourists, and the number of visitors is increasing year by year. In recent years, the local government of Zhenjiang has invested funds on the north side of Xijin Ferry Ancient Street to expand the scale of the scenic area, attract well-known merchants to settle in Xijin Ferry, and create a 'eat, drink, play, live' comprehensive tourist complex for tourists, actively explore, develop and protect the existing local tourist resources, and make great efforts to play the tourism card, providing more tourist attractions for tourists visiting Zhenjiang.

My first visit to Zhenjiang was a tightly scheduled 3-day trip. ✅'Three Mountains and One Ferry' (Jinshan, Jiaoshan, Beigushan, Xijindu), to enjoy the poetic scenery and pursue legends. ✅Zhenjiang Museum, spanning 3000 years of history, allows you to feel the atmosphere of a national historical and cultural city. ✅In the autumn streets, the fragrance of osmanthus is everywhere; in the quiet morning markets, a delicate mist lingers. ✅A big bowl of steaming pot cover noodles is a must-try delicacy, suitable for both meat-eaters and vegetarians, and enjoyed by all ages. (The popular 'Dahua Noodle House' is very down-to-earth) ✅The city is not large, there are not many buses and the intervals are long, so taking a taxi is more convenient for longer distances, while sharing a bike or walking is suitable for shorter distances.

Xijindu, a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, is located at the foot of Yuntai Mountain to the west of Zhenjiang city, and is a historical site built along the broken mountain plank road. Xijindu Ancient Street is the area where the most cultural relics and historic sites in Zhenjiang are preserved, concentrated, and intact, and it is the 'cultural vein' of the famous historical and cultural city of Zhenjiang. The district has a total of 38 cultural relic protection units, including 3 at the national level and 6 at the provincial level. Today, Xijindu Ancient Street has been infused with the connotations of the times and endowed with the vitality of the era. The long history, numerous ancient relics, simple ecology, honest local customs, traditional commerce, everything exudes an indescribable vitality. Xijindu Ancient Street is attracting the attention of domestic and foreign tourists and archaeologists with its unique charm. This is the endlessly fascinating Xijindu. This is the world-renowned Xijindu.

First stop: Xijin Ferry Ancient Street Location: No. 213, Changjiang Road, Runzhou District, Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province Tickets: It's free (but if you want to go to other places like Guanyin Cave, you have to pay) Time: Open all day! "Jingkou Guazhou is a waterway, Xijin Ferry looks at a thousand years" Xijin Ferry is known as the "Ancient Ferry". Archaeological evidence shows that there were human activities here more than 5,000 years ago. In ancient times, this was a natural harbor. There is a saying: "If you don't go to Xijin Ferry, you don't count as a Zhenjiang tour' Xijin Ferry is built against the mountain, a main street winds up, the foreground is the ancient city lights, the background is the mountain temple, the eyes are the world's fireworks, and the distance is the quiet mountain scenery. Follow the sign of the small pier street to find historical relics. The scenery is excellent and antique. At dusk, under the faint light of the lantern, it seems to have arrived in ancient times. The alley is not big but the attractions are worth visiting! √Zhenjiang Museum (former site of the British Consulate): The museum was originally the former site of the British Consulate. It is not large in scale and has few collections. There are two floors, including the Bronze Exhibition Hall, the Gold and Silver Exhibition Hall and the Craft Exhibition Hall. It is free to visit and needs to be booked in advance. √Zhaoguan Stone Tower (Over Street Stone Tower): Built in the Yuan Dynasty, it is the only over-street stone tower in China. √One glance at the thousand-year-old stone steps: There is a stone wall in the ancient street, engraved with "One glance at a thousand years". Underneath is the ancient stone steps covered with glass, you can see the changes in the ancient street surface from the Tang Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty. You must stay in Xijin Ferry for one night!!! Deeply feel that ancient vicissitudes and historical mystery! The accommodation arrangement has Xijin Post: The scenery is very beautiful, the interior is mainly warm tones, whether it is a single room or a double room is clean and simple, it makes people feel good to see it. More importantly, it has its own distinctive features. When you check in, it seems that you are really living in Xijin Ancient Street. The window is very large and the light is good. The golden sunlight fills the roof, and the continuous old buildings are particularly moving. Wake up in the early morning and start a leisurely and beautiful day. You can see the walking old man and experience the slow-paced life, comfortable and comfortable. Green tiles, stone arches, ancient city walls, red lanterns... The night view of Xijin Ferry can't be missed! You can feel the atmosphere of the ancient city very well, and feel like you have seen a thousand years. Of course! You can't miss all kinds of food! Check in the popular bamboo tube milk tea, and there are all kinds of dishes available, just looking at the picture makes people drool. Finally, parking is very convenient, and there is an underground parking lot. Taking pictures is really good!!! Dress recommendation: Ancient style Hanfu, cheongsam

A day trip to Zhenjiang was really enjoyable. Nanjing has been known as a beautiful city, but it wasn't until I set foot in Zhenjiang that I discovered an even more picturesque place! Climbing high for a broad view, tasting delicious food, appreciating beautiful scenery, a main mission about special forces travel made me fall deeply in love with 'Vinegar Capital' Zhenjiang. This trip was so worthwhile! 🌟 📅 Itinerary: 🚄 Vinegar Culture Museum - Yong'an Fish Restaurant - Xijindu - Jingshan - Yong'an Road Market 🏠 Accommodation: Choosing to stay near Xijindu not only is close to the train station but also makes it very convenient to visit various attractions! 🚌 Transportation: Although Zhenjiang is not large and the attractions are concentrated, there is no subway. However, taking a taxi or a bus is quite convenient～ 📍 Vinegar Culture Museum (1 hour) Ticket price: 19 yuan This place is simply a paradise for vinegar lovers! I've already sent two large boxes of fragrant vinegar and vinegar candy back home! Came here for the vinegar ice cream! The soy sauce cheese flavor is really delicious! Zhenjiang vinegar is probably the only thing that can unify the taste buds of Jiangsu! 📍 Jingshan (2 hours) Ticket price: 45 yuan The legendary place where the water flooded Jingshan in the White Snake legend! The filming location of the TV series is right here! The ancient temple with yellow walls and black tiles, the bright yellow temple walls, are very photogenic. It is recommended to go around 4 pm, the sunset scenery is breathtaking～ 📍 Yong'an Fish Restaurant Average consumption 60 yuan This is a local time-honored chain restaurant! Really worth the taste! There are 7 stores, and you can't go wrong with any of them! The owners are all from Zhenjiang, featuring local Zhenjiang cuisine! Touched a pufferfish for the first time, so cute! The fish is fresh and tender, full of collagen flavor, the braised pork is sweet but not greasy, very good with rice! The meatballs are also fragrant! The specialty dishes are all delicious! 📍 Xijindu (2 hours) No admission fee This place is really worth a visit! The scenery during the day and night is unique! The historical sites are well preserved, and the streets are quaint and charming! Wearing a new Chinese-style cheongsam for photos, the effect is amazing! Also tried the pot cover noodles! 📍 Yong'an Market (0.5 hours) Lost in a variety of snacks and can't extricate myself... It's too good to stroll around! Pork loin skewers, rice cakes, salted egg yolk pork floss baked buns, rice cakes, Yangzhou yogurt... all kinds of treasure shops! Simply can't finish eating! 🖇️ The museum, consulate, and Xijindu are all in one place, suitable for a walk after a meal. If there's time, you can stroll around City Walk together! The pace of life in Zhenjiang is leisurely, and the cost of living is low! It's quite interesting to spend a day wandering around! If I have the chance, I will come back to play again! 🌿🍜📸

Spring rain rustles, on such days, it is suitable to stroll around in the south of the Yangtze River. Nowadays, the south of the Yangtze River is too bustling, and it is not easy to find a quiet place. Fortunately, there is an ancient city called Zhenjiang, which is not very crowded and is elegant enough, with enough history and legends for people to savor. Zhenjiang three-day itinerary: 1. Visit Jiaoshan Dinghui Temple and the Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas in the morning, climb Beigu Mountain in the afternoon, and reminisce about the history of the Three Kingdoms and the poetic sentiments of Xin Qiji. 2. Visit the Zhenjiang City Museum in the morning, which is located in the old site of the British Consulate, a very charming Republican-era building. In the afternoon, take a walk in Xijindu and taste the local delicacies. 3. Go to Jinshan Temple across from Xijindu to experience the scene where 'the mountain is a temple, the temple is a mountain', look for Fahai Cave, and recall the legend of the White Lady flooding Jinshan that you watched as a child. The above is a relatively leisurely schedule. If time is tight, it can also be compressed into two days, with evening and night tours of Xijindu, Jinshan Temple, and the museum arranged in one day. For accommodation, it is recommended to choose Xijindu, where there are many hotels and homestays, convenient transportation, and many restaurants and bars.