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Zhejiang Taizhou "Xiake Ancient Trail" is worth 251129

Tiantai Mountain Xiake Ancient Trail is a first-class ancient trail in Zhejiang Province, named after the Ming Dynasty geographer Xu Xiake, who detailed it in his "Xu Xiake's Travels." Recommendation • Classic hiking route: Start from Guoqing Temple, pass Tiantai Hotel to reach the entrance of the "Tang Poetry Road, Xiake Ancient Trail," then take the Tianpei Line to Taiping Village, proceed to Zhizhe Tower Courtyard, then traverse a difficult dirt/mountain path to Gaoming Lecture Temple, followed by Luohan Hall, Qianzhuang, and Maotou Village, finally reaching the exit. The entire route is about 13-14 kilometers and takes over 5 hours. Transportation: High-speed train 🚄 takes 2.5 hours to Tiantai Mountain, then take a taxi to a guesthouse near Guoqing Temple. Natural scenery: Along the way, there are many famous historical sites such as Guoqing Temple, Zhizhe Tower Courtyard, and Gaoming Lecture Temple, as well as the natural beauty of Tiantai Mountain, including forests and streams. History and culture: The ancient trail has a long history, built around the Tang Dynasty, with many cobblestone pavements dating back to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Xu Xiake traveled Tiantai Mountain many times and left detailed records in "Xu Xiake's Travels." Hiking experience: This is a spiritually rich hiking route, where you can enjoy the beautiful changes of natural colors in autumn and winter, truly uplifting your mood! Notes: • Equipment: It is recommended to wear hiking shoes as some sections are dirt paths. • Time: It is recommended to start early to avoid difficult paths after dark. • Supplies: No supply points along the route, so prepare enough water and snacks.
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Posted: Dec 10, 2025
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