Things to do in Xinchang

Definitely worth a visit! The largest Buddha statue in Jiangnan, with its thousand-year-old grotto sculptures, is truly breathtaking. The mountains and forests are serene and imbued with a strong sense of Zen. There are also large stone carvings of Mi Fu's "Facing the Wall" on the cliff face, which are worth a closer look. The area isn't too noisy with tourists, making it perfect for a peaceful stroll.

I bought a combined ticket for the Grand Buddha Temple and the Nineteen Peaks online in advance during the holiday. Entering was convenient – ​​just scan the e-voucher to enter. The scenic area's environment is superb, a natural oxygen bar with lush greenery. The most breathtaking sight is the largest Buddha statue in Jiangnan; getting up close truly awe-inspiring, showcasing the craftsmanship and faith of the ancients. The atmosphere of the ancient stone city and temple is very immersive. The Nineteen Peaks area features typical Danxia landforms; the nineteen peaks piercing the rock are spectacular. Climbing was a bit tiring, but the views from the top were truly exhilarating. During holidays, it gets incredibly crowded, especially the core area of ​​the Grand Buddha Temple. Even finding a good angle for photos requires queuing. Also, the layout of the scenic area is slightly winding, and some signs are unclear, making it easy to backtrack. Overall, it's still a highly recommended weekend getaway destination for hiking and prayer.

You can drive up the mountain by yourself, 22 yuan/car/person. Warm reminder, please be a civilized tourist, don't litter and cigarette butts, don't drive as you please. When I was going up the mountain, I met a fool who was turning in the opposite direction, which made me slam on the brakes. The main road is halfway up, and the mountain road is narrow, so you must drive carefully. This trip was to go to Tianmu Mountain, and I drove from Shaoxing for an hour and a half to appreciate Li Bai's "Dreaming of Tianmu and Chanting Farewell". Standing on the Jinyin Terrace and looking into the distance, I feel infinite emotion in my heart. We young people really can't lose ourselves, and the world's pleasure is also like this. Since ancient times, everything has flowed east. When will I return after leaving you? Let the white deer go among the green cliffs, and ride to visit famous mountains if you have to go. How can I bow my head and serve the powerful and make me unhappy!

Shibadu is a 5.4-kilometer trail along the stream. It is a free scenic spot with beautiful scenery. It should be more fun to go there in summer. Each time you cross the river, you have to step on big rocks to cross, so be careful. Due to time constraints, we only walked two kilometers and returned after the ninth crossing. The whole journey was very flat, and the children walked by themselves. It was not difficult. Bring some food with you, you can eat while walking on the road. Of course, remember to take away all the garbage when you leave at the end.

Our goal this time was to see the sea of ​​clouds, so we rushed to Xia Yanbei Village on a rainy day and stayed overnight, unexpectedly enjoying a perfect spring experience. The next morning, the valley was shrouded in mist, like a fairyland; unexpectedly, the cherry blossom paths in early April were still breathtaking, with pink and white petals dotting the mountains and fields, fresh and romantic. The entire village is pet-friendly. We strolled with our dog along the tea plantation trails, watching tea farmers pick tea, surrounded by lush greenery and the aroma of tea. The guesthouse was comfortable, the villagers were hospitable, and the opportunity to encounter the sea of ​​clouds, cherry blossoms, and tea gardens simultaneously, while also allowing pets to roam freely, made for a relaxing and wonderful trip. It's a highly recommended hidden gem village. (Photographed on April 3rd and 4th, 2026)

The Yue Opera Town is of course in Shengzhou, the hometown of Yue Opera. The town has actually been developed for many years, and it was there when the town's economy was booming. However, except for the Yue Opera Museum, a theater, and a hotel, the rest are basically commercial housing, so the town is not very popular, which is a pity. With the recent resurgence of the new Yue Opera, the town has a little more tourists. The scenery of the town is still good, with a river and a mountain behind it, a good place to relax.

I bought a package ticket for 160 yuan. Entering from the Tiantaishan Waterfall Visitor Center, you can climb the main waterfall directly to your right. To your left is a free shuttle bus to Qiongtan Fairy Valley. From Qiongtan Fairy Valley, you can take an elevator directly to Huixian Bridge for 30 yuan. Returning to the visitor center from Qiongtan Fairy Valley requires a 10 yuan shuttle bus ticket. Overall, the scenery is decent. The main waterfall is even better; the water volume is enormous, and the drop is significant, making it quite spectacular.

This waterfall, with its relatively large drop, is quite rare and worth seeing. The mist spraying from below is very refreshing, and the thunderous sound is quite impressive. Don't miss the boardwalk along the mountain behind the waterfall area.

It is rare to see an uncongested tourist attraction during the holidays. Although the weather is hot, it cannot stop the family's enthusiasm for sightseeing. It is suitable for bringing children and the elderly to take a walk. There are also homestays where you can stay for a night to experience it.

The Feilong Plank Road was built according to the mountain terrain, winding around more than 20 valleys. Among them, 128 meters is a glass suspended plank road, which is stunning and exciting. The cable bridge connects Taitou Mountain and Laochuanyan Scenic Area, and the cable bridge is also very thrilling.