Things to do in Anlu

The Qianchong Ginkgo attractions are scattered and require self-driving or scenic shuttle buses. The scenic shuttle buses are only available on Saturdays and Sundays. I went there on the 24th. The leaves of the Xuhuairuogu Tree have almost fallen, but the leaves of the Shoubinanshan Tree have not yet turned completely yellow.

The festive atmosphere was strong, the performances were wonderful, and the scenery was delightful. As the wall lights came on at night, every corner was a picturesque scene. The white walls and black tiles, the Hui-style architecture, the small bridges and flowing water—all exuded the gentle charm of Jiangnan.

I went there these days. The red cherry blossoms were in full bloom. The scenery was very nice. I rode the Ferris wheel, which was very romantic. I took the children to play the amusement projects. The children had a very happy trip. It was much better than playing with mobile phones at home. It is a recommended scenic spot with great scenery. 👍

Yellow Crane Tower, a famous scenic spot in Wuhan, is a must-see. It's not just a tower, but a large park; the gardens are surprisingly beautiful, and you could easily spend a whole day exploring it. There are also performances, dance shows, and recitations of Li Bai's poems. You can also take an elevator up the tower for only 10 yuan; seniors get it for free.

The tour takes approximately 3.5 hours. From the visitor transfer center, take a sightseeing bus to Tanziling. After descending Tanziling, proceed to the 185 Park, where you can take an electric cart or walk. From the 185 Park, take a sightseeing bus to the Interception Memorial Park. Finally, take a sightseeing bus to the Miniature Landscape Park (the park's exit), concluding the tour.

I missed the half-price ticket discount during the summer vacation, but I still enjoyed the Jiangxi Province tourism discount coupon. As this was my first time visiting Lushan in Jiangxi, I was generally quite satisfied, especially being able to drive up the mountain myself, which was a great experience. However, it is worth noting that this is a general admission ticket, and many attractions do not require additional tickets. This point did not seem to be clearly explained, so I almost had to buy tickets for Guanyin Bridge and Bailudong twice.

The exhibited artifacts were quite good; I've also been to joint exhibitions organized by museums like the Hunan Provincial Museum. The Kremlin artifacts here are well-prepared and thoughtfully designed. However, the souvenir and merchandise section was rather boring. I was thinking of buying a pendant or something, but that saved me some money.

The climb, though tiring, teaches the meaning of perseverance. Some say that mountain climbing is like life: there are uphill climbs, rest stops, and the breathtaking summit. Standing weary at the top, looking out, makes it easier to see what you truly want and to cherish the peace and the present moment.

Yueyang Tower, located on Dongting North Road in Yueyanglou District, Yueyang City, Hunan Province, sits atop the western city wall of the ancient city of Yueyang, close to the shore of Dongting Lake. Overlooking Dongting Lake and facing Junshan Mountain, it was built atop the ancient Yueyang Gate and is considered one of the "Four Great Towers of Ancient China," along with the Yellow Crane Tower, Tengwang Pavilion, and Penglai Pavilion. Yueyang Tower, along with the Yellow Crane Tower in Wuhan, Hubei Province, and the Tengwang Pavilion in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, are known as the Three Great Towers of Jiangnan.

This time, I took my parents, both in their eighties, on a trip and chose the Yichang Jiaoyun Group package. Thankfully, it was a premium itinerary; the tour guide contacted us the day before departure to make the arrangements. Our guide, Mr. Wu, was patient and attentive, providing a car pick-up, a private entrance to our VIP seats on the fourth floor, and even fruit and snacks. He explained each attraction and helped us take photos at the most beautiful spots, making us feel very safe and secure. At the Three Gorges Dam Museum, our guide, Ms. Ziyi, was incredibly professional, answering all our questions fluently and giving us a deeper understanding of the engineering and management. A salute to everyone who has contributed to the Three Gorges Dam! Yichang is wonderful; we'll definitely come back! 💕