This summer resort town hidden in eastern Zhejiang, with an average temperature of 23℃,

the moment the juicy peach bursts in your mouth, the cool breeze of the Shanxi River passes through the forest, and you suddenly understand why the summer in this small town is unforgettable. The watermelon soaked in the stream glows bright red; a slice cut open, and the coolness rushes to your cheeks. The mist from the mountain waterfall splashes with the wind, wetting the visitors' clothes. The cicadas' chorus in the forest highlights the tranquility deep in the Siming Mountains. This is Fenghua, Ningbo. The average summer temperature in Fenghua is only 23℃, with a forest coverage rate as high as 90%. Standing in front of the Xufu Rock Waterfall, take a deep breath filled with the fresh scent of plants. 01 The Cool Secret Realm: The Zen and Waterfalls of Xuedou Mountain Xuedou Mountain was known as Yingmeng Famous Mountain during the Northern Song Dynasty. Su Shi once lamented, "Not visiting Xuedou is my greatest regret in life." Today, as one of China's five famous Buddhist mountains, it still maintains an unpretentious aura. Walking along the ancient tree-lined mountain paths, the cicadas and the sound of streams weave a natural white noise. The waterfall at Sanyin Pool cascades down the cliff in tiers, and the splashing water creates bursts of cool wind, a natural "negative ion shower." The Happiness Express small train clatters through the forest, passing through lush green valleys. Outside the window flashes the silver thread of Qianzhangyan Waterfall, and sitting inside the carriage, you can feel the refreshing mist. The golden Maitreya Buddha of Xuedou Temple smiles down on all beings from the mountain. This world's largest outdoor Maitreya statue sits on a lotus throne, shining with peaceful and serene light under the summer sky. The cliff climbing project at Xufu Rock raises adrenaline. Secured by safety ropes, you walk along the cliff edge with a deep abyss below and roaring waterfalls beside you. After completing the challenge, a sip of ice-cold beer and the mountain breeze instantly dries the sweat on your back. 02 Shanxi River Gallery: The Peach Blossom Land of Ancient Villages and Streams Shanxi River is like a green silk ribbon, linking scattered ancient villages in the mountains. Locals are used to soaking watermelons in the stream; after playing, they scoop them out and cut them open for a refreshing bite. Qixiakeng Village, formerly known as "Fengqi," has been home to descendants of Wang Xizhi for hundreds of years. Walking along the Chang'an Bridge built during the Qianlong era into the village, time seems to flow backward—under the shade of ancient camphor trees, villagers sit at the bridgehead with their feet immersed in the stream, cooling off and chatting. The creek in Banzhu Village flows through the village into Tingxia Lake, crystal clear. Families with children often bring buckets and small nets here to row boats, catch fish, and play in the water, their laughter echoing through the valley. Licheng Village is rightly called one of "Ningbo's Top Ten Cool Places." On midsummer nights, you even need a quilt to sleep. The "Longtan Waterfall" in the village cascades down a high cliff in three folds, and standing by the pool, the summer heat vanishes. The summer beauty of Tingxia Lake is breathtaking. A sea of smartweed flowers covers the lakeside, the lake reflects straight cedar trees, and an old horse leisurely grazes on the grass. A solitary tree stands quietly on the meadow, as if stepping into a painting of Yili, Xinjiang. 03 Jade Dew Nectar: The Sweet Legend of Century-old Honey Peaches The air in Fenghua carries a faint peach fragrance. Every July, fruit farmers climb the mountains before dawn with bamboo baskets, carefully picking fuzzy peaches. The name "Yulu Honey Peach" hides a story. During the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, flower farmer Zhang Yinchong brought Longhua peach branches from Shanghai, grafted them onto local peach trees, and cultivated a new variety. Named "Yulu" because the flesh is like jade and the juice is as sweet as dew. In the 1920s Shanghai Bund, Fenghua honey peaches were a symbol of status. A basket of peaches sold for 35-50 silver dollars, equivalent to several months' expenses for an ordinary family. Wealthy ladies used silver spoons to scoop the peach flesh, leaving behind the famous saying, "A basket of peaches makes the rich smile, attracting jade maidens down from the Yao Terrace." In 1996, Fenghua was named "China's Honey Peach Hometown," and nine agricultural experts solemnly wrote in the appraisal certificate: "The flavor and quality are the best in the country." A gentle bite of a ripe peach instantly floods the mouth with juice, even the most reserved diners can't help but lick their fingers. 04 Republican Era Memories: The Time Code of Xikou Ancient Town Xikou Town by the Shanxi River is known as the "Number One Town of the Republican Era." The Wuling city gate is engraved with Chiang Kai-shek's handwriting, and the flying eaves of Wenchang Pavilion peek through the greenery. Walking along the three-mile-long street in a cheongsam holding a paper umbrella, the old post office, salted fish shop, and barber shop unfold one after another, as if stepping into a Republican-era movie set. At night, the Yingmengli Scenic Area glows with neon lights. Cyberpunk-style signs collide with traditional architecture to create a magical atmosphere, and street performers put on immersive dramas. Buy a box of steaming hot Youzanzi to eat while walking, and around the corner, you might meet actors dressed as Republican students inviting you for a photo. 05 Mountain and Sea Flavors: The Fireworks of a 23℃ Summer Night The seafood stalls at Jinzhong Square light up. Freshly caught yellow croaker, razor clams, and white shrimp sizzle on the iron plate, and the beer mugs are filled with locals' favorite iced mung bean soup. An uncle at the next table enthusiastically recommends, "Try our beef dry noodles; people from Zhejiang drive here just to eat them!" Drive along the coastal road to Hengshan Wharf. The lighthouse shines a gentle light in the dusk, and moored fishing boats sway with the waves. Enter the HIPARK café at the mountain-sea junction, hold a latte, and watch the sunset dye the sea golden red. Zhongshan Park's ancient trees tower overhead, and local elders fan themselves while playing chess at stone tables. On the wooden corridor of Yuqi Mountain Pavilion, a few teenagers lean on the railing watching koi swim through the lotus pond. As dusk deepens, walking through the bamboo forest of Banzhu Village, you suddenly see fireflies lighting up the night. Fenghua's summer is like a peach soaked in the stream; biting through the thin skin, the sweet juice flows out. When the autumn wind rises, the dawn redwoods by Tingxia Lake will turn golden, but for now, the 23℃ summer is just right. Fenghua, this small town nurtured by mountains and waters, weaves a summer fairy tale of cool 23℃ weather, millennia of culture, and sweet fruit fragrance, offering an escape from the hustle and bustle.