Things to do in Gaoyou

Visit Gaoyou Mengcheng Post Station, an important remnant of the Grand Canal, a World Cultural Heritage site. This 600-year-old post station retains its original layout, with its Drum Tower and Imperial Hall exuding ancient charm. Here, you can learn about the ancient postal system and imagine the messengers traveling along the canal in bygone days. The ancient post station is quiet and serene. After exploring the station, stroll along South Gate Street to find Huaiyang snacks and experience the unique charm of the ancient city's postal culture.

The park is clean and beautiful. The presence of Qin Guan imbues even the most ordinary pavilions with a sense of history. The fact that Su Shi visited adds a special attraction for me. Every scene tells a story of the Song Dynasty, and those beautiful poems dance in the river of history—clearly, their lives are being silently passed down. The Qin Guan Memorial Hall, Wenyou Terrace, and other attractions are all worth a visit.

Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful! This thousand-year-old temple on a river island! ⛩️ Zhenguo Temple was definitely the most unique discovery of my trip to Gaoyou! 📍 Located on a river island in the middle of the Grand Canal 🌊 It's the only "river island temple" on the entire ancient canal 🏯 It boasts the stunning title of "Canal Buddhist City"~ The most stunning feature is the Zhenguo Pagoda within the temple 🏮 Originally built during the reign of Emperor Xizong of the Tang Dynasty 📏 Standing a full 35.36 meters tall 🍃 It retains a unique "Tang-Ming style" architectural aesthetic. Every brick and tile is steeped in history~ Visit when the weather is perfect ☀️ The golden sculptures shimmer in the sunlight 🌳 Against the backdrop of blue sky and green trees, it's absolutely gorgeous!

The rapeseed flowers stretching to the horizon are incredibly beautiful—a world of flowers, a sea of ​​blossoms—definitely worth a visit. The staff there are also extremely friendly. It happened to be drizzling and quite chilly the day I went, and the boatman kindly offered me hot water.

Luyang Lake Wetland Park is one of my favorite parks because it is very quiet. The green trees and calm water make you feel relaxed and happy. You feel like you are all alone in the world, and all your worries disappear. So it is a great place to relax and unwind!

去了扬州高邮湖芦苇荡湿地公园，体验感超绝！一进去，满眼都是随风摇曳的芦苇，像一片绿色的海洋，空气里都是大自然的清新味儿。我坐上游船，穿梭在芦苇迷宫里，那种曲径通幽的感觉，太奇妙了！还幸运地看到好多水鸟，叽叽喳喳的，热闹极了。在这里，远离城市喧嚣，整个人都放松下来。家人们真的可以来感受感受，绝对不虚此行！

Tickets were issued quickly. However, there were no discounts for same-day purchases. The scenery of Slender West Lake is beautiful, living up to its reputation. I went at the end of October, and it wasn't crowded. It was a great experience. The South Gate is the main entrance; just follow the recommended route. Generally, you only need to walk up to the Twenty-Four Bridges; beyond that, it's all man-made attractions. The rowing boats on Slender West Lake are excellent. Although a bit pricey, the service is exceptional. The staff are very professional and provide detailed explanations throughout the trip. I recommend taking one. It takes about 40 minutes from the South Gate to the Twenty-Four Bridges. Walking from the South Gate to the Twenty-Four Bridges takes about two hours. The entire visit takes about three hours. During peak season, with crowds taking photos, it might take four hours.

Ge Garden in Yangzhou, a private residence of a salt merchant during the Qing Dynasty, is most stunning for its four-season rockery, a unique example within the garden. Within the garden, stones are stacked to represent the four seasons, while the bamboo groves offer tranquility and a different view at every turn. The garden connects to Dongguan Street, allowing visitors to experience the local life and atmosphere after exploring the garden, making it well worth a visit.

It is a place worth visiting. First of all, it is large in area and has few tourists. It is full of autumn charm in autumn. The tall reeds and blooming reed flowers are quiet and peaceful. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can enjoy the colorful scenery. At the same time, the restaurant in the park is good. If you eat during off-peak hours, you can order some delicious meals. The price is moderate.

Qingshuitan: The water is so deep that one cannot tell the bottom. According to folklore, the bottom of the pond leads to the Dragon Palace in the East China Sea. The water is clear all year round. Emperor Kangxi once stayed at Qingshuitan to inspect the river works in Gaoyou. The famous writer Pu Songling was his advisor. He visited Qingshuitan many times to inspect the disaster and wrote poems such as "Qingshuitan Notes". Wild duck release: As a demonstration project of the ecological center, tourists can climb the 16-meter-high bird-watching platform in the East Lake Forest to watch the spectacular sight of wild ducks being released. This spectacle was once listed as a Chinese wonder by CCTV.