Anchang Ancient Town｜The Jiangnan New Year flavor engraved in the bones

After seeing Anchang Ancient Town 10,086 times, I finally came! It’s really not a photo trick; once you step inside, you won’t want to leave the Jiangnan everyday life vibe✨ As soon as you enter the ancient town, the aroma hits you—who understands! Under the street-side corridors hang braised duck, braised fish, and braised sausages, and when the wind blows, it’s all the smell of the New Year. Walking on the bluestone path, watching the black-awning boats slowly glide across the water, sunlight filtering through the gaps in the corridor roof, warm and cozy, all the winter fatigue instantly disappears😭 📝Super practical travel guide for Anchang Ancient Town ✅ Tickets: The ancient town is free to enter; some exhibition halls (like the Shiye Hall and Folk Customs Hall) have a combined ticket for 50 yuan, no need to buy tickets if just strolling. ✅ Time: Before 9 AM or after 3 PM, fewer people and better lighting for photos without photobombers, plus you can slowly enjoy the everyday life vibe. ✅ Ancient town delicacies 1⃣️ Braised duck/fish along the street: can be bought and sliced fresh, vacuum-packed to take as souvenirs, salty and flavorful, very authentic. 2⃣️ Shaoxing stinky tofu: crispy outside, tender inside, drizzled with sauce, so fragrant you’ll stomp your feet (if you don’t like stinky food, be cautious). 3⃣️ Yellow wine popsicle: mild yellow wine flavor with a milky taste, cold and refreshing, perfect for winter. 4⃣️ Shredded radish pancake: best when fresh out of the pan, crispy outside, sweet and light filling. ✅ Travel tips 1⃣️ Transportation: About 30 minutes by taxi from Shaoxing city center; also accessible by bus, very convenient. 2⃣️ Outfit: Recommend wearing light-colored coats and scarves, paired with canvas shoes for comfortable walking and good photos. 3⃣️ Avoid pitfalls: No need to buy expensive souvenirs; the freshly made braised goods along the street are very authentic; avoid rush hour and weekends for fewer crowds. 4⃣️ Duration: 2-3 hours of leisurely strolling is enough; half a day is very pleasant. I really love this kind of ancient town with everyday life vibes, no commercialized competition, just a slow-paced aesthetic of life✨ Come to Anchang in winter, feel the Jiangnan breeze, eat some authentic snacks, and soak in the strong New Year atmosphere—this is what travel should be like~