Bali may be great, but Anji offers better value for money
by Jackson Brian Bri
Aug 1, 2025
Here is the Yucun travel guide, concise and clear with icons, all information sourced from publicly reliable sources:
---
๐๏ธ **Key Attractions**
1. **๐ Liangshan Stone Tablet**
- Village entrance landmark, birthplace of the concept "Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," a must-visit photo spot.
2. **๐ Youth Library**
- Three-story artistic space including a library and cultural creativity center, highly designed, perfect for resting and taking photos.
3. **๐ป Lotus Pond and Flower Sea**
- Lotus blooms in summer (June to August), sunflower fields stretch for hundreds of meters, a pastoral photo paradise.
4. **๐ด Greenway Cycling**
- Free cycling path through bamboo forests and fields, shared electric bikes available for rent (about 20 RMB deposit).
5. **โ๏ธ Mining Site Park**
- Camping base transformed from an abandoned mine pit, featuring cliffside movies and light shows at night.
6. **๐๏ธ Longqing Zen Temple**
- A thousand-year-old ancient temple, surrounded by ancient ginkgo trees (1300 years old "Ginkgo King").
---
๐ฝ๏ธ **Special Experiences**
- **๐ Bamboo Shoot Cuisine**
Local restaurants (such as Xifengtang) offer over 200 bamboo shoot dishes, recommended are pickled shoots and bamboo shoot skin soup.
- **๐ข Tianhuangping Barbecue**
Yunnan-style charcoal barbecue, must-try foil-grilled fish and grilled rice cakes, vibrant night market atmosphere.
- **๐ซ Yucun Sesame Seed Cake**
Thin pancakes stuffed with preserved mustard greens, freshly baked and sold at village stalls, fragrant and delicious.
---
๐ก **Accommodation Recommendations**
- **๐ฏ Lunar New Year Resort**
Hui-style architecture, includes hot springs, Hanfu experience, petting zoo, 15-minute walk to Yucun.
- **๐ฟ Unique Homestays**
"Xixinlu" (renovated ancient village by the creek), "Qixin Shanyin" (pool + family rooms), prices range from 300-800 RMB/night.
---
โ ๏ธ **Practical Tips**
- **๐ Transportation**
Drive with navigation to "Anji Yucun," about 1 hour from Hangzhou; take high-speed rail to Anji Station then a 40-minute taxi ride.
- **๐
ฟ๏ธ Parking**
Scenic area parking lot costs 10 RMB/day, roadside free parking is tight on weekends.
- **๐ Gear**
Sunscreen and mosquito repellent in summer, warm clothing in winter; wear comfortable shoes for hiking.
- **โฑ๏ธ Itinerary**
Core attractions can be visited in half a day; staying one night is recommended to enjoy late-night snacks and the light show.
---
๐ **Nearby Connections**
- **China Bamboo Sea** (15-minute drive)
- **Jiangnan Tianchi Panshan Road** (a top choice for self-driving enthusiasts).
Post by CHEYENNE WOODARD | Jul 29, 2025























