Planning the May Day holiday and tired of the crowded hot scenic spots?
Why not take a different path and experience a truly tranquil and scenic destination?
Here, we've selected six lesser-known gems of the country, from tranquil islands to spectacular natural landscapes, from historic villages to small towns with great food, and even some of the more remote but unique areas to explore. Make your May Day trip full of surprises and unique experiences.
The underrated Anhui Pearl Anqing
Located on the banks of the Yangtze River, Anqing, once the old capital of Anhui Province, is only 2.5 hours away from Hangzhou by high-speed rail, but it maintains a low-key and restrained attitude.
This place carries the historical origin of Anhui, the originator of Peking Opera, the culture of Zen Buddhism and the reputation of the birthplace of Huangmei Opera.
During the May Day period, you can choose to climb the top of Tianzhu Mountain at night, and welcome the golden sunshine shining on the mountains and rivers and the vast sea of clouds when the sun rises;
You can also visit the Huangmei Opera Hall and listen to the live performances of classic plays such as "The Female Concubine" and "Tianxian Pei".
In addition, Anqing is a paradise for food lovers, whether it is steamed anchovies, steamed pork with yellow mud noodles, roasted pork with mountain noodles and dumplings praised by "A Bite of China", or authentic rat bar in the same city, mellow chicken soup and fried rice, as well as beef buns and beef ramen freshly baked at Da Nanmen, all of which are full of local characteristics and make people have endless aftertaste.
It is convenient to arrive in Anqing, and you can go to Anqing Station or Anqing West Station by high-speed rail, and the accommodation is recommended around Wuyue Square in Yingjiang District, which is not only convenient for tasting food, but also conducive to sightseeing.
Lishui, Zhejiang, the last secret land in the south of the Yangtze River
Tucked away in Lishui, southwest of Zhejiang, it is like a beautiful and unassuming lady, and there are still more than 200 well-preserved traditional villages waiting to be discovered.
Songyang County, Yunhe County and Jinyun County here are like poems and paintings, each containing rich cultural and ecological resources.
You can choose to start your journey from the bookstore on the cliff, stroll the ancient road, visit the "Potala Palace" in the south of the Yangtze River, go deep into the largest terraced rice fields in East China, or ride through the ancient streets of the tea plantation, and spend five days immersed in this green paradise.
Although there is no airport in Lishui, you can take a train from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport or Wenzhou Yongqiang International Airport to Jinyun, Lishui or Qingtian stations.
Taizhou, Jiangsu, an ancient city with a thousand-year-old cultural context
Compared with neighboring Yangzhou, although Taizhou is slightly less famous, it also inherits the rhythm of slow life.
There is a picturesque bronze ancient town, surrounded by water, and a quiet and peaceful Huangqiao ancient town, which makes people forget the hustle and bustle of the world.
Taizhou is also a place where cultural celebrities have come out, such as the former residences of Zheng Banqiao and Mei Lanfang to pay homage and feel the profound influence of Chinese culture.
In Taizhou, you can spend your holiday leisurely, chatting in the teahouse in the early morning, enjoying a delicious breakfast of green tea, blanched dried silk and crab roe buns;
During the day, wander the ancient streets and alleys, or visit the Lizhong Water Forest to breathe in the fresh air given by nature.
Take a boat on the Fengcheng River at night, enjoy the lights of the drum towers on both sides, and listen to the melodious Kunqu Opera.
Taizhou is located in Jiangsu Province, the Nanjing-Taizhou high-speed railway only takes 1.5 hours, and shares Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport with Yangzhou, and the main attractions include Qinhu National Wetland Park, Fengcheng River Scenic Area, Qingtong Ancient Town and Lizhong Water Forest Park.
The Sishuang Islands of Ningde, Fujian, are a fairyland on earth
Located in the coastal picture of Xiapu, the Sishuang Islands retain their original and charming features with their unique geographical location.
Since it is located in the open sea, it can only be reached by boat, so it remains relatively secluded.
Mountains, meadows, cliffs, seagulls and waves all contribute to a world as far away as the fourth season of "Earth Pulse".
As the main island, Beishuang Island exudes a strong atmosphere of life, and walking here, the houses on the cliffs reflect the gorgeous sunset, accompanied by the fishing boats returning from the sea, which is refreshing.
The East Frost Island is the face of the Four Frost Islands, looking down from the air, it looks like a realistic version of the "Hyrule" continent, lonely and beautiful.
You can take a flight to Fuzhou Airport, then transfer to the high-speed train to Xiapu Station, and then rent a car to go to Xiapu Cornerstone Pier or Hougang Pier to take a boat to the island.
Fuxian Lake in Yuxi, Yunnan, the pearl of the dreamy plateau
Compared to Lugu Lake and Erhai Lake, Fuxian Lake in Yuxi, Yunnan Province, is more secluded and mysterious, and it also has breathtaking beauty, and no entrance fee is required.
Fuxian Lake is one of the clearest plateau lakes in China, and the ancients described it as "a vast expanse of glass".
Stepping into Fuxian Lake, the clear blue water of the lake is immediately breathtaking, like a brilliant sapphire inlaid on the earth.
There is also a romantic pink sand beach by the lake, the sand is fine and soft, stroll barefoot on it, face the lake breeze, and enjoy the comfort and leisure of the southern country.
You can choose to take a bike ride around the lake or rent a boat to Gushan Island for a laid-back time unique to Yunnan.
If you climb to the top of a nearby mountain, if you're lucky, you'll be able to catch a glimpse of the ancient ruins looming beneath Fuxian Lake. It is recommended to travel from Kunming to and fro, passing through Chengjiang, and you can also enjoy the blooming jacaranda along the way.
In terms of transportation, you can choose the bus from Kunming to Chengjiang, and the most convenient is to take the first line from the southern bus terminal to Chengjiang passenger station.
Shaanxi Yan'an Yucha Grand Canyon, magical Danxia landform
You don't have to set foot outside the country to experience some of the most beautiful geological wonders on earth.
Located in Ganquan County, Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province on the Loess Plateau, Yucha Grand Canyon is a Danxia landform wonder formed by wind and rain erosion for tens of millions of years, and its visual shock is completely comparable to that of the American Antelope Canyon.
Walking into the canyon, it is like being in an underground palace with changing light and shadow, and the shape is myriad, time seems to have a shape, and light and shadow are intertwined into a vivid picture.
When you come here, you will deeply experience the power and beauty of nature.
Navigate and search for "Ganquan Grand Canyon", and you can easily reach this fantastic natural landscape by car.
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