[2025 Liyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Liyang No. 1 Road (North District) (Updated Jul)

【Tianmu Lake · Embracing the Splendid Waters】 Boating on Tianmu Lake, the shimmering waters glisten as islands scatter like jade pearls on a jade plate. Distant mountains appear misty blue, while nearby waters reflect the clouds. With a gentle push of the oar, ripples spread the tenderness of Jiangnan. The lakeside is filled with the lingering fragrance of tea, while the fresh fish head soup awakens your taste buds—a perfect embrace of natural scenery and local flavors. 【Nanshan Bamboo Sea · Green Waves Cleansing the Mind】 Thousands of acres of bamboo surge like waves forming a sea. As wind passes through the treetops, the rustling sounds like nature's whispers. Walking through the emerald corridor, dappled bamboo shadows filter the sunlight. Occasionally encountering babbling mountain springs, cup a handful of cool water and let the noise of the world sink into the earth with the greenery. 【Wawu Mountain · Seeking Serenity in a Hidden Realm】 Morning mist lightly shrouds Wawu Mountain, with cloud-hidden temples appearing and disappearing. From the summit, gaze into the distance where peaks surge like waves toward the horizon. Mountain villages remain peaceful, with dogs barking behind wooden gates and moss-covered stone steps—as if you've stumbled into the Peach Blossom Spring from Tao Yuanming's writings. 【Liyang No. 1 Highway · Freedom to Roam】 The rainbow road winds through mountains and waters, whether speeding by motorcycle or leisurely cycling, everything becomes scenery. Rice fields, tea gardens, wetlands, and flower seas flow past your window as the wind carries the fragrance of grass and trees to your face. Every kilometer is a verse in a poem about the pursuit of freedom. "Half lake and mountain, half city—Liyang brews tea with bamboo charm, uses clear waters as paper, and waits for you to write your own slow-paced moments in this ink-wash scroll."

"Three mountains, one water and six parts of the field", Liyang, this splendid pearl inlaid at the junction of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui, has both picturesque natural scenery and relaxing pastoral life. 📍Day 1: Stroll through the Nanshan Bamboo Sea and indulge in the natural oxygen bar 1️⃣ Nanshan Bamboo Sea Stepping into the bamboo sea of ​​Nanshan, it seems to have entered a green dream world. 📸 Photography Tips: Stand in the bamboo forest, with the tall bamboo and sunlight through the bamboo leaves as the background, wear fresh literary and artistic clothing, hold a bamboo leaf, slightly raise your head, capture this leisurely moment, freeze the picturesque scenery😃; 2️⃣ Birthday Plaza Close to the Bamboo Sea in Nanshan, the huge birthday statue on the birthday square is particularly striking. It is said that this is the dojo of the old birthday star. The surrounding air is rich in negative oxygen ions, and many tourists take pictures here to pray for health and longevity. 3️⃣ Liyang Highway 1 (Evening) In the evening, drive up Liyang Highway 1. This "Celebrity Highway" connects the many beautiful scenery of Liyang. In April, the golden fields of rapeseed flowers on both sides of the highway complement each other with the green mountains and villages in the distance. 📍Day 2: Ride by the Tianmu Lake and enjoy the vitality of spring 1️⃣ Tianmu Lake Early morning, head to Tianmu Lake in April, the lake is green and clear, like a huge mirror, reflecting the green mountains, green trees and flowers on the shore, take a cruise, sail to the center of the lake, the breeze blows, feel the sparkling waves of the lake, as if after climbing the island, strolling through the tea garden, fresh air with the green tea leaves. 📸 Photo Tips: At the bow of the cruise ship, with the vast lake and distant mountains as the background, put on light sportswear, open your arms, capture the moment of embracing nature, show vitality and amazement of the beautiful scenery; 2️⃣ Bao En Zen Temple (Spring Limited Unique Beauty) Leaving Tianmu Lake, head to Baoen Zen Temple in April, the temple is in full bloom, the red walls and yellow tiles and colorful spring flowers complement each other. 3️⃣ Liyang City (dinner) In the evening, return to the city of Liyang with brilliant lights, head to the food street, where a variety of Liyang specialty delicacies are gathered, Tianmu Lake casserole fish head, Liyang sticky liver and other aromas are overflowing. 🏨【Accommodation Recommendation】 It is recommended to stay near Tianmu Lake Town or Nanshan Bamboo Sea. 🚗【Transportation Tips】 Liyang is conveniently located, the surrounding cities can be reached by high-speed rail, bus, the city has buses, taxis, to Nanshan Bamboo Sea, Tianmu Lake and other attractions, can take tourist lines or buses; 💬【Broken Thoughts】 Liyang in April has both charming landscapes, deep cultural heritage, and mouth-watering delicacies. Step into this city while humming a tune. In just 48 hours, you will be intoxicated. Come to Liyang to start your journey of mountain and water wellness!

Our route: Hangzhou → Liyang No. 1 Highway (2 hrs) → Tianmu Lake Landscape Garden → Nanshan Bamboo Sea 📸 Highly recommend these Tianmu Lake photo spots: "Liyang No. 1 Highway" Rainbow Dividing Line Red, yellow, and blue road signs + Metasequoia forests on both sides. Wear a JK uniform and ride a bicycle, instantly transporting you to *Kikujiro's Summer*.🍃 "Nanshan Bamboo Sea" Thousands of Acres of Bamboo Forest Take the popular cable car to the top, overlooking the emerald waves of the bamboo sea. Wear Hanfu and hold an oil-paper umbrella at the ancient-style market for stunning photos!🎋 ▫"Tianmu Lake Night Mooring Light Show" At 7pm, starry projections appear on the lake surface. Take silhouette photos on the boardwalk. The lake light + laser special effects are breathtakingly beautiful.✨ 🚗 Rent a car with your friends on Trip.com! One price + no damage fee. The super beautiful rainbow road on Liyang No. 1 Highway is perfect for stopping and taking Japanese-style photos from the car window!

🌄Liyang, a small city seemingly favored by nature, bursts with life in March. The gentle spring breeze awakens the lush greenery, and every inch of land exudes freshness and vitality, like a poetic scroll slowly unfolding, waiting for travelers to explore and immerse themselves🎐. If you, like me, are a travel enthusiast, be sure to save this Liyang travel guide for March. 🎒Preparation - 📋Documents: ID card, various discount certificates (if any). - 📱Electronics: Mobile phone, camera, charger, power bank. - 👚Clothing: The temperature in Liyang gradually warms up in March, but the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. It is recommended to bring a light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, T-shirt, etc. - 🧴Skincare and sunscreen: Skincare products, sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats to protect your skin from the spring sun. - 🌂Other: Umbrella (in case of spring rain), small bag, motion sickness medicine (if needed). 🚗Route Planning - Day 1: Nanshan Bamboo Sea → Yushui Hot Spring - Morning: After arriving in Liyang, head to Nanshan Bamboo Sea🎋. Here, thousands of acres of green bamboo stretch as far as the eye can see. Take a small train through it, feel the fresh bamboo fragrance and the gentle breeze, as if you are in a green ocean. - Afternoon: Stroll along the hiking trail and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. If you have limited physical strength, you can also choose to take the cable car🚠 directly to the highest peak, and enjoy the panoramic view of the rolling mountains. - Evening: After a tiring day, go to Yushui Hot Spring to soak in the hot springs♨, relax your body and mind in the steaming hot spring water, wash away the fatigue of the day, and enjoy a pleasant time. - Day 2: Tianmu Lake Landscape Garden → Pingqiao Stone Dam - Morning: Come to Tianmu Lake Landscape Garden and take a boat tour of Tianmu Lake. The lake is clear, sparkling, and surrounded by mountains, just like a fairyland on earth🗺. Climb Longxing Island, explore the mysterious forest on the island, and feel the magic of nature. - Afternoon: Go to Pingqiao Stone Dam, the largest masonry arch dam in Asia, which is magnificent. Standing on the top of the dam, overlooking the green mountains and rivers below, the breeze blows, which is very pleasant. If you are lucky, you can also see the spectacular waterfall🌊. - Day 3: Liyang No. 1 Highway → Return - Morning: Check in at Liyang No. 1 Highway, which is known as "the most beautiful highway in Jiangsu Province". The rainbow-like markings wind through the green mountains and rivers🌈. Rent a bicycle and ride slowly, enjoying the rural scenery along the way, and experiencing the idyllic scenery of Liyang. You can also stop at various viewing platforms along the way to take pictures and record beautiful moments. - Afternoon: End your pleasant journey, prepare to return home, and bring back good memories. 🍱Local Cuisine - Tianmu Lake Fish Head Casserole: A must-try signature dish in Liyang🥘. It is carefully simmered with fresh fish head from Tianmu Lake and pure lake water. The soup is as white as milk, the fish is tender, and the taste is extremely delicious. - Nanshan Wild Mushrooms: This is a kind of wild mushroom that grows in Nanshan Mountain. It tastes delicious and is rich in nutrients. Whether it is fried, stewed, or made into soup, it has a unique flavor🍄. - Liyang Zhagan: Pork belly, pig liver, oily tofu, and dried bamboo shoots are tied together with small intestines and stewed until tasty. It is fragrant but not greasy, and is a traditional Liyang dish with unique characteristics🥩. - Wumi Rice: It is made by soaking glutinous rice in the juice of the leaves of the South Candle tree and then steaming it. It is black in color, fragrant, soft and glutinous, and has a faint scent of grass and trees. It is generally eaten with white sugar, which has a unique flavor🍚. 🏠Accommodation Guide - Near Nanshan Bamboo Sea: If you want to get close to nature and enjoy a quiet holiday, you can choose to stay in a homestay near Nanshan Bamboo Sea🛖. The homestays here have different styles, most of which incorporate local bamboo culture elements. The environment is beautiful and the service is attentive. Open the window, you can see the continuous bamboo sea, breathing the fresh air, as if you are in a paradise. - Around Tianmu Lake: If you like to visit Tianmu Lake Landscape Garden conveniently, staying around Tianmu Lake is a good choice. There are various grades of hotels to choose from, ranging from high-end luxury to budget-friendly🏨. Some hotels also offer beautiful lake views, and you can see the lake and mountains when you wake up early, starting a beautiful day. Liyang in March is full of infinite charm and surprises. Every scenery and every dish is worth savoring💕. Pack your bags and come to Liyang for a spontaneous trip!

Liyang is Nanjing's backyard, right?🤭 Liyang is super close to Nanjing, just a 50-min drive. It's got a great environment and tons of attractions. You've probably been to famous spots like Tianmu Lake and Nanshan Bamboo Sea, but today I'm recommending a less-traveled, nature-focused itinerary. ❤️Route: Drive from Nanjing➡Highway No. 1➡Jinglin Chan Temple➡Hiking Trail This route is seriously beautiful, and there are so few people. You can totally relax and enjoy nature's gifts. ▪Highway No. 1 The first tri-color rainbow🌈 highway started in Liyang. The scenery along the way is gorgeous: blue skies, white clouds, green lakes, and fields of pink marguerites. Every photo is a masterpiece. Run, spread your arms, and feel the wind in your hair!🤭 ▪Jinglin Chan Temple A hidden gem of a temple. I happened to visit during a ceremony – it was so lively! Red pillars, weathered yellow walls – the temple's design and color scheme are ingenious. The dappled shadows of trees and sunlight are incredibly beautiful. And I hear Jinglin Chan Temple is especially effective for praying for wealth, so I gave it a try🤭 ▪Liyang Fitness Hiking Trail This trail winds through four peaks of Caoshan Mountain. Along the way, you'll see reservoirs, waterfalls, meadows, and ancient villages. It's perfect for camping, hiking, climbing, and even foraging for pecans and mushrooms. Great for team building and family fun. ⚠️⚠️⚠️Important Notes 1⃣Treat a trip to Liyang like a spring outing – it's so close! There are also many beautiful homestays if you want to stay overnight. Our Jiangsu resort destination is just as good as Anji. 2⃣Liyang has amazing food. Tianmu Lake fish head, braised and in soups, is delicious. Liyang white celery, stir-fried with soy sauce, has a unique aroma. There are also chestnuts🌰, Liyang white tea, and fantastic farmhouse cuisine😋

"Shuiyun Jiangsu will be more beautiful with you" This is known as the most beautiful self-driving road in Jiangsu, with a total length of 365 kilometers, passing through three mountains and two lakes, with beautiful scenery and a rainbow route. ✍🏻️We have summarized an essential self-driving route for everyone. Here you can encounter the most beautiful sky road, see the Goddess Lake, drink road coffee, and 🐥see the cute goose-themed village farm. A super niche treasure route, with few cars and few people, it is very enjoyable! · 🚗Self-driving route: The most beautiful sky road—Goddess Lake Observation Deck—Road Cafe—Miluo Ba Inn—The Routine of Love—Jiangxia Village · ✅The most beautiful sky road Positioned at the Shennu Lake Station, you can see the green Shennu Lake and the shocking rainbow "Heavenly Road". There are few cars and people, and the road conditions are good, similar to Qinghai 315 U-shaped highway. 🛹It’s suitable for self-driving, taking photos, and skateboarding. When you’re tired, you can check out the road coffee next to it. · ✅Miluo Ba Inn The scenery of the reservoir at the observation deck is average, but the small garden at the inn is very unique! Like a cabin in the forest 🏡. Although I later saw that it was a toilet, the Wooden Bridge and Flowing Water Garden is still worth getting out of the car and taking a look at it~ · ✅Love routines Attracted by the name, there is a romantic tree-lined avenue with red hearts filled with vows on the trees. It is said that this can lead to happy love. Next to it is the Wawushan Forest Trail. Friends with good physical strength can try hiking. · ✅Jiangxia Village The whole village has a goose theme, and you can meet geese around the corner. Come and order a cup of coffee at Goose Theme Farm. Take the train and the Sunflower Pirate Ship🏝 at the Goose Theme Farm. Don’t miss the Goose Lake Reading Station. It’s very peaceful and can kill an afternoon. Q Meng Village is suitable for walking children and relaxing on weekends. · ✅Yangwan Forest Tribe B&B When I got tired of playing, I finally chose to live directly in the mountains and forests, in a characteristic tree house on the lawn, with a clean and warm industrial style. The green living room with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, the parent-child reading room, and the oversized forest living room and kitchen are perfect for breathing oxygen on weekends~ · 🙌TIPS1: The overall view of Tianlu is wide, and there are relatively few cars, so I took pictures on the road. However, you still need to pay attention to the passing vehicles in time and pay attention to safety! 🙌TIPS2: The coffee shops along the way close early, usually at 16:00, so friends who want to check in remember to come early. 🙌TIPS3: Mosquitoes are inevitable in places with trees and water, so be sure to do a good job of preventing mosquitoes~ · 🙆‍♀️I am Fei Shishi who keeps walking and loves to share 📸 Passionate about recording the beautiful scenery of the journey with the lens ❤️Follow me🤩 🙌Provide you with more guides for checking in and playing during your trip ·

Speaking of the most beautiful highway, Li Yang's Number 1 Highway takes the crown. Arriving as planned with friends, the place is even more stunning than we imagined! However, you must drive yourself, as the Number 1 Highway spans over 300 km, with various scenic spots scattered at distances from each other—some hundreds of meters, some several kilometers, or even tens of kilometers apart. It really takes a whole day to slowly take it all in. On the weekend, bring a small tent to camp by the lake, play cards, crack sunflower seeds, and enjoy the scenery and breeze with a few good friends. This is the small joy readily found in our busy lives. —————————————————————————— 🌊 Daxi Reservoir The Number 1 Highway is divided into south and north directions. We entered from the south, passing through mountains and bamboo forests to reach Daxi Reservoir. We happened to encounter an old man herding sheep, letting the lambs graze. The scene was truly delightful, instantly making us forget all the pressures of life and relax both body and mind. This spot is also my favorite, surrounded by mountains and the lake, and it's great for taking photos. Daxi Reservoir is also quite pristine, with many people camping, playing in the water, fishing, and it's a unique spot for family outings or bringing dogs along. —————————————————————————— 💕 Heart of the Goddess Heading north, you can reach the Heart of the Goddess, about 30 kilometers from Daxi Reservoir (I only remember approximately since I was driving). Along the way, we passed Goose Village Public Library, tea gardens, and another reservoir. Actually, the scenery along the road is the most beautiful, with shady village lanes that are truly healing. The Heart of the Goddess is a grassy area surrounded by mountains, and opposite is a heart-shaped forest on the mountain, which may be naturally formed or trimmed, symbolizing beautiful love. In the mountain hollow, there is a stream flowing from the reservoir, making it a leisure area for families. Each viewing platform here is heart-shaped, and couples who come here will surely receive the 'Goddess's' blessing for lasting happiness. —————————————————————————— 🚏 The Most Beautiful Sky Road Not far from the Heart of the Goddess is the Most Beautiful Sky Road. The so-called Sky Road is a road with three undulating slopes, which, from certain angles, looks layered and as if it leads to the sky, giving it a unique characteristic. Next to the Sky Road is a viewing platform where you can see the opposite reservoir and dam. It's even more beautiful during the day, just be mindful of sun protection. —————————————————————————— It's just over an hour's drive from Nanjing city center. Those who ride mountain bikes or motorcycles can also fully enjoy themselves here, as it's perfect for circling the mountains and lakes. Cities nearby can also come here to enjoy a short weekend, with few people and beautiful scenery, and it's also perfect for taking portraits!

🚗 After going to Liyang n times, I declare‼️ 🏴‍☠️ Liyang is truly a hidden gem for travelers in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai 📷 Fun and niche, and most importantly, it's a great place for photography 🌀 A treasure spot for reverse travel during the May Day holiday, Liyang is a must-choose‼️ ‼️ Take my advice❌ Don't go to Nanshan Bamboo Sea during May Day, the internet-famous rail 🛤️ and the small train scenery is beautiful 🙅 But it's super hard to queue during the holiday, avoid it on peak days, it's better to experience it on normal days 🚗 Liyang has many niche and free 🆓 attractions 🍃 I recommend this off-the-beaten-path route that's super healing and great for oxygen intake‼️ 🛣️ Liyang No.1 Highway, known as the most beautiful self-driving road in Jiangsu 🌀 The whole length is 365 kilometers, connecting more than a dozen free attractions along the way, perfect for self-driving tours in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai ⭕️ Liyang No.1 Highway (Beishan Line): The northern part is mainly natural scenery, suitable for self-driving🚗 and camping⛺️ ✅ Heart of the Goddess: A large green field, a solitary tree, the garden of The Little Prince, lakeside suitable for camping⛺️ and barbecuing ✅ Sky Road (Goddess Lake Station): A must-visit section for shooting road movies, the entire rainbow road 🛣️ stretches to the horizon, with no end in sight ✅ The Routine of Love: The trees on both sides are hung with hearts, and there's a large bamboo forest nearby for oxygen intake ✅ Bieqiao Hometown: If you can't go to New Zealand, come to Liyang to experience the Hobbit houses ✅ Rice Dream Space: Various straw man figures, full of childlike fun ⭕️ Liyang No.1 Highway (Nanshan Line): The southern part has a stronger cultural atmosphere, with many artistic and fresh photo spots ✅ Liyang Museum: Unique in shape, like stepping into Hayao Miyazaki's fairy tale world ✅ Fangsuo Cultural Village: A Jiangnan village full of modern art, with the highly aesthetic Tianmu Book Tower, large floor-to-ceiling windows, and beautiful photos. The night view when the lights are on is also very beautiful ✅ Baoyuan Zen Temple: Thai style, gives the illusion of being in Southeast Asia in a second ✅ Zheri Yicang: A very artistic bookstore, like a rainbow-colored fairy tale world ✅ Guilin Village: An artistic and fresh village ✅ Heart Lake: A mine lake, the whole lake is heart-shaped, with clear blue water, great for photography ✅ Pingqiao Stone Dam: During the rainy season, you can see spectacular waterfalls 📖 Travel tips: WeChat search: Sometimes Liyang, you can check the distance and route of each attraction, and plan accordingly

Liyang No.1 Road. Shahe Reservoir, Daxi Reservoir. Walden Bookstore. Daxi Reservoir

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