It is well known that Emperor Qianlong traveled to Jiangnan six times, and four of those visits were to Xuzhou

The special forces travel plan is starting again! This time, the target is set on Xuzhou, a city full of historical charm and vibrant local life. It’s really great for exploring and eating, so quickly save this guide👇

🚗 Transportation Guide:

- Airplane: Xuzhou Guanyin International Airport is a bit far from the city center. There is an airport shuttle bus directly to the city, and you can also take Metro Line S1, which is economical and convenient.
- Train/High-speed Rail: Xuzhou Station is located in the city center, making travel convenient; Xuzhou East Station is the high-speed rail station, large in scale with complete facilities, and Metro Line 1 goes directly to the city center.
- City Transportation: Currently, three metro lines are open, covering most major attractions. There are also buses and shared bikes, making getting around super easy.

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations:

- City Center: It’s recommended to stay near Normal University for high cost performance and convenient travel. Many attractions are directly accessible without backtracking.
- Luxury: For a more comfortable stay, consider Xuzhou Suning Hyatt Hotel or Xuzhou Yundongjing Hotel to enjoy a high-quality lodging experience.

🍱 Food Highlights:

- Breakfast: Have a bowl of steaming hot sha soup with fried dough sticks or pan-fried buns to start your day full of energy. The sha soup shop on Mashi Street is very popular.
- Main Meals: You must try the “dig pot chicken” — tender chicken with pancakes soaked in the flavorful broth, absolutely delicious! Dazhang Laomo Village offers authentic northern Jiangsu cuisine with a unique way of serving dishes on a sedan chair.
- Snacks: Lianglaifeng’s spicy soup is a must-try, and the lamb soup at Youth Road Lamb Restaurant is also not to be missed. At night, head to Pengcheng No.1 Snack Street, where a dazzling variety of foods like grilled meat tendons, octopus turkey noodles will keep you hooked.

🌟 Attractions:

1. Yunlong Lake Scenic Area: A 5A-level scenic spot in Xuzhou, with beautiful lake and mountain views, known as the “Crown of Xuzhou’s Famous Attractions.” You can rent a boat to tour the lake or stroll along the shore to enjoy a relaxing time.
2. Xuzhou Museum: Formerly Emperor Qianlong’s southern inspection palace, it houses rich collections including precious artifacts like the gold-threaded jade burial suit. It’s highly recommended to hire a guide to deeply understand Xuzhou’s history.
3. Han Culture Scenic Area: Includes the “Three Wonders of the Han Dynasty” (Han tombs, Han terracotta warriors, Han stone reliefs), as if traveling back to the Han Dynasty to experience the essence of Han culture.
4. Guishan Han Tomb: The joint tomb of Liu Zhu, King Xiang of Chu from the Western Han Dynasty, and his wife. Built into a mountain with stone chambers, it is a massive and ingeniously designed project, hailed as a “timeless wonder.”
5. Huilongwo Historical and Cultural Block: Full of antique charm, with a city wall light show at night and the Cat’s Sky City bookstore, perfect for photo ops and check-ins.
6. Xima Terrace: One of the oldest existing ancient sites in Xuzhou, where Xiang Yu once watched horse performances. Standing on the terrace, you can almost feel the clangor of ancient battles.
7. Hubushan Ancient Residential Area: Known as the “Eternal Prosperous Place, Xuzhou’s City That Never Sleeps,” featuring Ming and Qing dynasty residences like the Zheng Family Courtyard and Li Family Courtyard, plus a variety of snacks to try.

📌 Suggested Itinerary:
Day 1: Xuzhou Museum → Yunlong Mountain → Yunlong Lake (watch the sunset) → Azhe Rice Noodles (Yunlong Lake branch) → Huilongwo Historical and Cultural Block
Day 2: Han Culture Scenic Area → Oulebao Ocean Polar World → Night Market Food Hunt
Day 3: Xima Terrace → Hubushan Ancient Residential Area → Confucian Temple District → Chengxia City Ruins Museum → Pengcheng No.1

💡 Travel Tips:

- Book attraction tickets online in advance to avoid delays.
- Xuzhou cuisine tends to be spicy; if you can’t eat spicy food, remember to inform the restaurant in advance.
- Pay attention to weather changes and bring appropriate clothing and sun protection.
- Keep your personal belongings safe, especially in crowded places.