Ancient China and Shaoxing Water Town Day Tour from Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China
Trip Type: Day Trips
Duration: 8 hours
Spend a day relaxing in the serene water of Shaoxing and embark on a Chinese Wupeng boat to discover more about the Shen Garden and why it is known as a symbol of love. Learn about the Chinese art of calligraphy at the Lanting Orchid Pavillion from some incredible artists, and soak in the scenery on this relaxing trip.
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Spend a day relaxing in the serene water of Shaoxing and embark on a Chinese Wupeng boat to discover more about the Shen Garden and why it is known as a symbol of love. Learn about the Chinese art of calligraphy at the Lanting Orchid Pavillion from some incredible artists, and soak in the scenery on this relaxing trip.After meeting in your Hangzhou hotel, you will be transferred to Shaoxing, the hometown of Lu Xun. Shaoxing is a prefecture-level city in Hangzhou bay, in Zhejiang province. The city is lined with canals, giving it a classic water town-style scenery. It’s population is around 5 million, and it was previously home to many famous cultural characters.
Once in Shaoxing, board a Wupeng boat to take in the town’s ancient bridges, the residences facing the water, and the bazaars by the canal’s banks. The boats are covered with an awning that is woven out of thin bamboo strips, and painted shiny black. These boats are special to the town, and are one of the most traditional modes of transport for local residents. There is no better way to explore the town.
Next, you will walk to Shen Garden together, which used to be the private garden of a wealthy Shaoxing businessman whose name was Shen, during the Southern Song Dynasty. At the time, this was the largest private garden in the city of Shaoxing, and potentially in all of China. The garden has inspired many poets with its beautiful sceneries.
After enjoying a delicious Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, your guide will lead you on a short walk to the Lanting Orchid Pavilion. Witness the meticulous display of this skill and marvel at the beautiful finished pieces. The pavilion was the location of the Orchid Pavilion Gathering in the year 353, which is famous for the excellent calligraphy of Wang Xizhi. At this time, 42 literati gathered at the pavilion to drink together and write poetry. To this day, it is considered one of the birth-places of Chinese calligraphy, with a history of over 1600 years.
After the tour, you will be brought back to your hotel in Hangzhou.
Once in Shaoxing, board a Wupeng boat to take in the town’s ancient bridges, the residences facing the water, and the bazaars by the canal’s banks. The boats are covered with an awning that is woven out of thin bamboo strips, and painted shiny black. These boats are special to the town, and are one of the most traditional modes of transport for local residents. There is no better way to explore the town.
Next, you will walk to Shen Garden together, which used to be the private garden of a wealthy Shaoxing businessman whose name was Shen, during the Southern Song Dynasty. At the time, this was the largest private garden in the city of Shaoxing, and potentially in all of China. The garden has inspired many poets with its beautiful sceneries.
After enjoying a delicious Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, your guide will lead you on a short walk to the Lanting Orchid Pavilion. Witness the meticulous display of this skill and marvel at the beautiful finished pieces. The pavilion was the location of the Orchid Pavilion Gathering in the year 353, which is famous for the excellent calligraphy of Wang Xizhi. At this time, 42 literati gathered at the pavilion to drink together and write poetry. To this day, it is considered one of the birth-places of Chinese calligraphy, with a history of over 1600 years.
After the tour, you will be brought back to your hotel in Hangzhou.
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