Preface

Within the territory of Haining City, which is 50 kilometers away from Hangzhou, there is an ancient city with a history of over 2000 years. The name of this ancient city is Yanguan. In addition to its long history, Yanguan Ancient City also boasts a scenic spot known as the "Wonder of the World", which is the Qiantang River Tide.

Salt officials are also places where celebrities gather. There are many celebrities, including Tang Xuanzong Li Zhen, Jin Yong, Wang Guowei, Chen Ge Lao, and so on. Apart from the tide, Jin Yong Academy, Wang Guowei's former residence, and the Sea God Temple are all places that must be visited!

At Yanguan, one can not only experience the profound cultural heritage of Qianlong culture, martial arts culture, salt merchant culture, etc., but also live by the Qiantang River and admire the hundred acre cherry blossom forest.

first day:
Arrive at the Fangcao Qingqing RV Campsite, visit the amusement park, and enjoy a hundred acre cherry blossom forest and crabapple flowers
Barbecue at night, stay in the Fangcao Qingqing RV.
The next day: Wang Guowei's former residence - Jin Yong Academy - Confucius Temple Academy - Sea God Temple, a popular tidal spot in the park.

[Precautions and Preparation Before Departure]

1. Because the epidemic has just passed, some scenic spots in China have been opened one after another. If traveling and playing, it is important to pay attention to protection and hygiene. Masks are essential, gloves and goggles should be worn according to one's own situation. As there are often many people at the station, it is still better to pay attention.
2. Apply for the local health code in advance for which city to go to. You need a health code to travel by plane, high-speed rail, subway, etc., and only with a green code can you travel. Additionally, some high-speed rail stations currently do not support transfer at the same station and require exiting before entering. Please be prepared for your trip.
3. Try to bring less cash and keep valuable items safe. Therefore, when traveling abroad, try to bring less cash. Mobile payments are now very convenient, and when traveling, it is best to keep valuable items such as cameras and computers with you and keep them safe.
2. Ticket category: Determine the travel time, choose the mode of transportation in advance, whether it is by plane or train, and it is best to download a travel app to make booking more convenient.
3. Digital category: DSLR cameras, mobile phones, laptops, portable hard drives, chargers, portable power supplies, and power strips.
4. It's best to choose a sunny day when going out and keeping an eye on the weather.
5. If it is a self driving trip, determine the route in advance;

About Transportation

From all over the country, you can reach Haining Railway Station or Haining West Station, and then transfer to Yanguan Ancient City. Scenic spots such as Wang Guowei's former residence, Jin Yong Academy, and Sea God Temple are not far away.
1. The T109 tourist bus from Haining Railway Station Square can directly reach the Yanguan Tide Viewing Scenic Area; Starting from Haining Passenger Transport Center, you can take T106 or T216 urban and rural buses to Yanguan Bus Station.
Take the T222 bus from Haining West Railway Station to Zhonglian, and transfer to the T109 bus from the opposite station to Yanguan.
Take the T131 bus from Haining West Railway Station to the administrative center, and transfer to the T109 bus from the opposite station to Yanguan.
The Fangcao Qingqing RV Campsite is located in Yanguan, Haining, Jiaxing, just by the Qiantang River. It is less than 5 kilometers away from the highway exit. Transportation is also very convenient.
Transportation guide for self driving tours:
1. Shanghai direction: Take the Hangpu Expressway (G92 North Line) from the Yanguan Exit and head south for 0.6km to reach the scenic area, or take the Shanghai Hangzhou Expressway (G60) from the Chang'an Exit and turn onto Provincial Highway 01 (S101) to Guanchao Avenue (X709) to reach the scenic area;
2. Hangzhou direction: Take the Hangpu Expressway (G92 North Line) from the Yanguan exit and head south for 0.6km to reach the scenic area, or take the Shanghai Hangzhou Expressway (G60) from the Chang'an exit and turn onto Provincial Highway 01 (S101) to Guanchao Avenue (X709) to reach the scenic area;
3. Jiangsu direction: Take the Zhajiasu Expressway (G15W) to the Shanghai Hangzhou Expressway (G60) and exit from Chang'an. Take Provincial Highway 01 (S101) and turn to Guanchao Avenue (X709) to reach the scenic area. Alternatively, take the Hangzhou Nanjing Expressway (G25) to the Hangzhou Ring Expressway and then turn to the Hangpu Expressway (G92 North Line) at the Yanguan Exit, then head south for 0.6km to reach the scenic area;
4. Ningbo direction: Take the cross sea bridge, then turn to the Hangpu Expressway (G92 North Line) and head towards Hangzhou, then exit from Yanguan Exit and head south for 0.6km to reach the scenic area.
5. From Haining City to Scenic Area: From Haining City to Haining Avenue (X103), turn to Provincial Highway 01 (S101), and then turn to Guanchao Avenue (X709) to reach the scenic area, which takes about 40 minutes by car.

Photography equipment

Mobile: Apple X phones can shoot some short videos, which is very convenient
Camera: Canon EOS5D Mark 4 (Canon EF 16-35mm f4 L) Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS II USM Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM）
Drone: DJI 2 Professional Edition is mainly used for aerial photos and videos, with a God's perspective that looks quite stunning.
Post production software: Lightroom, ps
Other equipment: tripod, phone stand, video shooting stabilizer, Apple laptop, portable hard drive, card reader, charger, etc

Author Introduction

I am a professional traveler and a contracted travel experience expert on multiple travel websites. I love traveling, photography, and sharing. If you see this travelogue, I hope you can follow me on Weibo @ Traveling Photography, and have the opportunity to travel together.
My footprints have been to Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, Liaoning, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Shandong, Shaanxi, Anhui, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Guangdong, Hainan, Sichuan, Yunnan, Qinghai, Gansu, Guangxi, Xizang, Fujian, Hong Kong, Macao, Guizhou and other provinces and cities in China, as well as Thailand, Japan, Cambodia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Bali and so on.

Ticket Information

Ticket to the Tide Watching Resort Park: 30 yuan
Admission to Jinyong Academy: 25 yuan
Sea God Temple Ticket: 15 yuan
Ticket to Wang Guowei's Former Residence: 10 yuan
Admission to the Confucian Temple and School Palace: 20 yuan
The "Five Point Coupon" includes the Sea God Temple, Jin Yong Academy, Wang Guowei's former residence, the scenic spot park, and the Confucius Temple School Palace, with a coupon price of 80 yuan.
The ticket to Fangcao Qingqing RV campsite is 20 yuan, and accommodation and other items are charged separately.

RV Campsite - Living in a Dream Home by the Qiantang River

For my first trip after the epidemic, I chose Haining Salt Officer and stayed at Fangcao Qingqing RV Campsite, which is a hotel campsite consisting of 56 RVs. This is not my first time staying in a RV, and one of the most charming aspects of choosing a RV campsite is being able to have zero distance contact with nature. The lush and lush RV campsite in Haining is hidden in nature.

It has to be said that the excellent geographical location of the Yanguan Fangcao Qingqing RV Campsite allows you to experience equally perfect scenery and vacation experience.

The RV campsite located in the Haining Salt Guan Tide Viewing Scenic Area is separated from the Qiantang River by a fishing canal, and there is also a hundred acres of cherry blossom forest next to it. To the east of the cherry blossom forest, there is a 2.8 kilometer long cherry blossom cycling road, forming a cherry blossom wall. In the warm spring breeze, ride a bike or stroll under the cherry blossom tree with family and friends, smelling the sweet fragrance of cherry blossoms, and your footsteps fly lightly.

Imagine the world of cherry blossoms blooming in the spring rain. As people walk under the cherry blossom trees, the rain carries the essence of spring and the wine floats, adding a beautiful and elegant scenery to the banks of the Qiantang River.

Of course, in addition to cherry blossoms, there is also a colorful spring scenery here, with various flowers blooming in the park, creating a festive atmosphere!
Especially during the epidemic period, as I haven't been out for two months, I am almost suffocating. This is my first time traveling after the epidemic, and I can breathe fresh air here without wearing a mask.

The RV itself is also like a luxury apartment, with a spacious living room that is not particularly spacious, but equipped with all the necessary amenities. The living room is decorated with comfortable sofas, seats, and coffee tables, making it spacious and spacious. The RV also comes with built-in WiFi and Bluetooth functions. Connect your phone to the Bluetooth in the car, listen to your favorite music, and also watch TV shows online, which is incredibly comfortable.

If you are traveling with your child, you can choose a 10 meter RV that has two bedrooms and a living room, suitable for a family of three. It is worth mentioning that the master bedroom is also equipped with a 3.7 square meter panoramic sunroof.

This is really a great place for vacation. Pushing open the window of the RV in the early morning, breathing fresh air, and rushing out of the busy city, instantly turning the days into poetry. The soft grass is a natural place for playing, playing football, flying kites, and having outdoor barbecues, all of which are difficult to experience in urban life.

The RV campsite has a completely different gameplay from other hotels, with a wilderness survival classroom that combines education with fun, treasure hunting and science education activities, handcrafted activities, and a high-tech VR hot air balloon experience

The RV campsite also has a well-equipped live CS venue, where you can easily snipe and start eating chicken! After a fierce gunfight, take a break and have another archery competition, which is definitely more exciting and sour than the fighting in the game at the end of the day.

In the morning, you can enjoy traveling through a hundred acre cherry blossom forest and flower sea, and at noon, you can watch the rolling tide of the Qianjiang River. You can also ride a bike to enjoy the scenery against the sea breeze; Strolling in the jungle by the river at night, listening to the chirping of insects and gazing at the starry sky, or choosing a barbecue and bonfire party. Do you love this kind of vacation destination?

Former Residence of You Wang Guowei

Having visited many prestigious mansions and mansions of high-ranking officials, and upon arriving at Wang Guowei's former residence, he dared not make a loud noise. Just because of its simplicity and simplicity, there is a huge contrast with the gentleman's vast talent and reputation in the outside world.

Wang Guowei's former residence is located in a relatively remote area, at the westernmost point of Yanguan Ancient Town, near the Qiantang River. The former residence faces north and south, with a simple and unadorned white wall. The entire building area of the former residence is less than 300 square meters, which may seem like an ordinary family. However, it is in this environment that the teacher has been diligent and eager to learn since childhood, laying a solid foundation for later academic research.
Wang Guowei's former residence is relatively deserted, with few tourists coming here. The entire former residence has 2 floors, which are wooden structures. The first floor is a three bay bungalow, and after the entrance, there is a small courtyard with two pomegranate trees planted inside; The second entrance is a two-story building, with a courtyard and wing rooms on both sides between the two entrances. The first floor of the building has no windows, making it an independent courtyard and very private.

Passing through the courtyard, we arrived at the center of the main hall, where a horizontal plaque called "Yulu" hung. In 1886, when the gentleman was 9 years old, his father built this house here and named it "Yulu". The gentleman's family moved from Shuangren Lane in Yanguan Town to live here. Mr. Wang Guowei spent 13 spring and autumn here before leaving his hometown for a study tour.

Passing through the corridor from the hall to the courtyard between the two entrances, which is also the place where the husband and his family live. The east and west side rooms on both sides of the courtyard are the kitchen and the mill, while the back side is a two-story wooden structure house, typical of the ancient architectural style of Jiangnan water town.
Passing through the courtyard, a half body bronze statue of Mr. Wang Guowei was placed in the hall facing the courtyard. Mr. Wang wore a melon skin hat, circular glasses on the bridge of his nose, and an old-fashioned robe. The buttons on the collar were clearly visible, presenting a refined and scholarly appearance. His literary achievements throughout his life were remarkable, and even Mr. Lu Xun, who never easily praised others, once praised Wang Guowei as a person studying Chinese culture.

On both sides of the main hall are exhibition halls, which display Mr. Wang Guowei's lifelong efforts. On the walls, there are detailed introductions of Mr. Wang's life, family background, manuscripts, rubbings, major achievements throughout his life, as well as domestic and foreign experts and scholars studying Mr. Wang Guowei's works. Being in it is like being in an art hall, with literary atmosphere lingering around his body.

Coming out of the exhibition hall is a backyard, with a cobblestone paved path extending into the corner. There are many potted green plants and a well in the backyard. Standing in the garden, I seemed to see the scene of the gentleman resting on a stone pier.

Turning back into the hall from the backyard, a wooden ladder that can only accommodate one person leads to the second floor. To the west is the bedroom of Mr. Wang Guowei's parents. The layout of the bedroom has basically maintained its original appearance. It must be mentioned that there is also an octagonal hole on the wall opposite the desk, and a sliding wooden board is used to block the hole on one side, which greatly improves the problem of poor lighting in the room.

In the middle is Mr. Wang Guowei's bedroom, and on the bed in front of the bed, there are shoes that Mr. Wang used to wear. Whether it is the bed or furniture, they are all made of solid wood, exuding an antique atmosphere everywhere.
On the west side is Mr. Wang Guowei's study, with pens, inkstones, and a kerosene lamp placed on the desk. On one side, there is a bookshelf with Mr. Wang's books. There is also a rocking chair in front of the bookshelf, and next to the bookshelf, there is a shelf with some porcelain on it. Although the whole room is simple, it exudes a strong aroma of books.

There is a wooden window in front of the desk. Pushing open the window, the gray tiles and distant scenery come into view, and one's thoughts cannot help but fluctuate. I wonder what the gentleman was thinking when he stood in front of this window?

Experience the shock of the Qiantang River in a tidal resort

There is a small poem that vividly summarizes the appearance of the Qiantang River tide: "Qiantang looks at the continuous waves, and in an instant, the raging waves cross the eyes; seemingly ordinary river water, it contains astonishing energy."“
When you come to the Qiantang River, you can't help but watch the tides. There are many places to watch the tides on the Qiantang River, and as long as you stand by the Qiantang River to the east of the Qiantang River Bridge on a day with tides, you can see it. But there are three famous or best places, one is the big gap in Dingqiao Town, where you can see the trend of meeting people; The second is the tidal resort park in Yanguan Town, where you can watch the first line of tides; The third is the old salt warehouse in Chang'an Town, looking back at the tide.

We have chosen the tidal resort park, which is a narrow park along the Qiantang River, with a total length of 1360 meters and a total area of 16.24 hectares. There are national key cultural heritage sites such as Fish Scale Stone Pond, Ming Dynasty Zhan'ao Pagoda, Sun Yat sen Tide Watching Pavilion, Mao Zedong Tide Watching Poetry Monument Memorial Pavilion, Qianlong Handplanted Ancient Park, Historical Talent Monument, Zhenhai Iron Bull, and Baishitai Square in the park;
The best viewing points for the world's wonders are 2 tidal towers and 6 tidal observation platforms.

Because we heard from the park staff that the tide would arrive around 12:30 noon, we entered the park early and saw the Ming Dynasty Zhan'ao Pagoda and Qianlong's hand planted ancient simplicity on the embankment.

The Statue of Observing the Tide. On September 28, 1923 (the 18th day of the eighth lunar month), Hu Shi, Tao Zhixing, Cao Chengying, and eight others gathered at Xu Zhimo's invitation to observe the tide.

The first line of tide is the most spectacular surge of the Qiantang River, with no visible tidal shadows. It can be said that the sound of the tide is majestic.
Before the tide of the future, the calm surface of the Qiantang River. Accompanied by the roar of the tide, a white line appeared in the distance to the east.

Standing on the viewing platform of the tidal resort park, as the sound of the tide grew louder, a white line appeared on the misty and misty surface of the river. The white line gradually widened, and some people likened it to "practicing crossing the river, and a white rainbow rising from the long flat sand", which is very fitting.

As we approached, the white line turned into a white embankment. The embankment quickly advanced and suddenly arrived in front of us, feeling the unstoppable force of ten thousand galloping horses and thunder. Use aerial drones to capture this stunning scene.

The Qiantang River tide occurs twice a day, divided into daily tide and night tide. Watching the magnificent waves of the tide during the day, listening to the poetic and picturesque atmosphere of the tide at night.

You can listen to the night tide at any viewing point, but it's best to stay in the scenic park. You can choose to live in the Kaiyuan Yiju in the park, and when you go out, you can go up the stairs to the riverside observation deck. You can sleep and listen, then go back to sleep.

Jinyong Academy, Searching for My Heroic Dream

Speaking of Jin Yong's "great hero", I believe that in China, everyone should be aware of it, right? The 14 works represented by "Flying Snow Shooting White Deer in the Sky, Laughing Book of Divine Heroes Leaning on Bi Yuan", along with "Yue Nv Jian", a total of 15 martial arts masterpieces, have established Jin Yong's indelible position in the history of modern and contemporary Chinese literature.

Even if you haven't read it, you must have watched TV dramas such as "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The?

Although Jin Yong lived in Hong Kong for a long time, his hometown is actually located in Haining City, Zhejiang Province. In Jin Yong's hometown of Haining Yanguan, there is actually a unique "Jin Yong Academy" in China.

The intricately arranged rockeries and peculiar stones, as well as the emerald green banana trees standing against the railing, are all exquisite embellishments in the academy. People who love poetry can also travel around the entire academy, where they can feel the profoundness and grandeur of the teacher's culture everywhere.

Jin Yong Academy comprehensively showcases Jin Yong's academic achievements and carefully collects his works and related research materials. In addition, Jin Yong Academy also has various functions such as giving lectures, displaying, and collecting books, and has become an important place for global Jin Yong literary research. There are many precious relics of Mr. Jin Yong in the Jin Yong Academy, such as his manuscripts, accessories, and so on.

For most people, as long as you like Jin Yong and have read his novels, movies, or TV dramas, you should not miss the unique "Jin Yong Academy" in Yanguan Town, Haining, Zhejiang. Coming here, you can not only see the scenery and architecture, but also feel the culture of the era represented by Jin Yong. Pursuing my dream of being a hero will definitely leave a deep impression on you and leave you lingering.

Confucius Temple Academy

The Confucian Temple, also known as the Confucian Temple, is a temple building that commemorates the great educator Confucius. There are over 1600 Confucian temples built in many parts of China, among which Qufu Confucian Temple, Nanjing Confucius Temple, Beijing Confucian Temple, and Jilin Confucian Temple are the most famous, known as the "Four Great Confucian Temples in China".

Of course, there are also some Confucian temples that are relatively niche and not well-known to many people, such as the Confucian Temple Academy in the ancient city of Yanguan.

The Confucius Temple of Haining Salt Officials can be traced back to the Sui Dynasty. During the Yuanfeng period of the Northern Song Dynasty, the Haining Academy was located in the county seat (now Yanguan Town). In the fifth year of Shaoxing in the Southern Song Dynasty, County Magistrate Diao Yi demolished the materials of the Old Family Palace and rebuilt the former site of the County School in the southeast. Over the next 770 years, it underwent reconstruction, reconstruction, and expansion more than 50 times.

According to historical records, following the regulations of the Left School and Right Temple in the Song Dynasty, it was a local official school of various dynasties, with a special status and deep roots. It can be divided into three parts for sightseeing: leading, left learning, and right temple.

The leading part includes Zhaobi, Panchi, Kuixing Pavilion, etc. Each place has its own origin and characteristics, let's talk about Kuixing Pavilion, which enshrines the "Five Wenchang" and is located at the entrance of the Confucian Temple and School Palace scenic spot, which is very eye-catching.

The Left School section includes the Confucian School, the Ritual School, the Minglun Hall, the Jingyi Pavilion, and the Zun Jing Pavilion. Among them, Minglun Hall is a place for reading, lecturing, preaching, and researching, teaching people to understand the ethical and moral standards between people.

The right temple includes Lingxing Gate, Dacheng Gate, Dacheng Hall, and Chongsheng Temple, which are halls dedicated to the worship of Confucius.

The Dacheng Hall is the main building of the Confucian Temple, with a seated statue of Confucius in the center and four seated statues of Yan Hui, Zeng Can, and others on both sides.

The architecture of the Haining Confucian Temple School is grand and magnificent, not only adhering to the traditional architectural style of Chinese Confucian temples, but also with distinct local characteristics, combined with local folk customs, presenting the cultural and cultural heritage of the Jiangnan region.

Sea God Ancient Temple, Jiangnan Forbidden City

The Sea God Temple, also known as the "Temple Palace", was founded in 1730 and has a history of 274 years. It is a palace style building dedicated to worshiping the "God of Zhejiang and the Sea". In southern China, royal style buildings are generally not allowed to be built, but in Yanguan, an exception was made by Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty in China, with funding from the state and supervision by government officials, to build such a large-scale architectural complex, known as the "Jiangnan Forbidden City".

The construction of the Sea God Temple is very exquisite: the White Marble cross street stone archway alone in the south of the Yangtze River, the White Marble stone lion with exquisite carving, the world's rare White Marble big stone columns... A large number of White Marble stone components are preserved in the temple. There are five imperial plaques given by the four emperors of the Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng, Qianlong, Daoguang and Tongzhi, as well as the father and son imperial tablets of Yongzheng and Qianlong; The extraordinary royal aura of the Sea God Temple is evident everywhere, making the mystery of the Sea God even more mysterious.

The Temple of the Sea God is majestic and magnificent. Its pattern is a bit like a palace but not a palace. The colors are mainly dark red and white. The white is made of White Marble, which reminds me of the Forbidden City. In fact, the story behind this temple is indeed related to the emperor Yongzheng at that time. It is said that this Sea God Temple was built by Emperor Yongzheng to atone for killing so many hands and feet, and to use the sound of the two tides of the Qiantang River every day to appease his dying brothers.

Nowadays, the Sea God Temple is mostly filled with people who come to pray, and it is said to be very effective. The Sea God not only blesses the rise and fall of the Qiantang River tide, but also blesses people's physical health.

Baili Qiantang Cherry Blossom Forest

There is no insurmountable winter, no spring that will not come. When spring arrives by the Qiantang River, the most unforgettable thing is to appreciate cherry blossoms! The world-renowned tidal spot, over 370 acres of cherry blossom forest, has welcomed the most beautiful scenery of the year.

Having walked through the cold winter and experienced an epidemic, we have welcomed the cherry blossom season that belongs to victory.
Starting from Hangzhou, in less than an hour, embark on a beautiful and romantic cherry blossom journey. These cherry blossom forests planted by the river stretch endlessly, welcoming a white encounter with spring!

From a distance, it looks incredibly beautiful!

Pink cherry blossoms are blooming on the branches, stopping at the cherry blossom corridor and looking out, the cherry blossoms surge in layers like waves, making it overwhelming.
Here, you can wear beautiful clothing, bring your equipment, linger and shuttle in the sea of cherry blossoms, leaving behind beautiful figures and romantic memories. With delicate flowers, people are even more beautiful.

Romantic cherry blossom corridor, beautiful cherry blossom trees, intimate contact with cherry blossoms, no need to pick the background when taking photos. A gust of wind blew, and the trees were covered in white and pink cherry blossoms falling, like a pink snowfall. The sunlight scattered among the flowers, holy and beautiful.

To the east of the cherry blossom forest, there is a 2.8 kilometer long cherry blossom cycling road, forming a cherry blossom wall. In the warm spring breeze, ride a bike or stroll under the cherry blossom tree with family and friends, smelling the sweet fragrance of cherry blossoms, and your footsteps fly lightly.

When the cherry blossom petals are blown off by the wind, accompanied by the invincible river scenery around them, they are like a youth idol drama.

[Postscript]

Yanguan, a two thousand year old historical and cultural ancient city, is the chivalrous world depicted by Master Jin Yong. Joking about Qianlong's Six Visits to Jiangnan. Former Residence of Wang Guowei in Traditional Chinese Culture. The Chenge old house of a family of three generations of prime ministers, the Sea God Temple, Chenghuang Temple, Jinyong Academy... countless thousand years of history and culture.
The magnificent view of the Qiantang River and the poems left by the great leader are all the best annotations of this ancient city.