Taizhou Travel Guide

Basic information Telephone area code: 0576 Travel complaint: 0576-88535771 Medical Treatment Taizhou First People’s Hospital Address: No. 218, Hengjie Road, Huangyan District, Taizhou City Tel: 0576-84016797 Www.tzrmyy.cn Destination overview Destination sketch This land has been cultivated since the Neolithic Age. […]

Basic information

Telephone area code: 0576
Travel complaint: 0576-88535771

Medical Treatment

Taizhou First People’s Hospital
Address: No. 218, Hengjie Road, Huangyan District, Taizhou City
Tel: 0576-84016797
Www.tzrmyy.cn

Destination overview

Destination sketch

This land has been cultivated since the Neolithic Age. In the Qin Dynasty (221BC-206BC), it was called Puxiang, which was changed into Puxian Shire in the Western Han Dynasty (206BC-24AD). In 621 of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), it was called Haizhou State. The name of Taizhou came into being in 622. It was in 1994 when it became a prefecture-level city under the approval of the State Council.
With the East China Sea to its east, the land here inclines from high west to low east. It is covered with various landforms including hills, plains, mountains, islands and sea.

Best Travel season

The region belongs to the subtropical monsoon climate zone. Summer there is quite hot especially in July when the average temperature can be as high as 34C (93F). Winter is long but not too cold. The average temperature is about 4C (39F) to 8C (46F). Early May, late June and early September are its rainy season. Best time to pay a visit is from April to October. Every year from April to May, the Azalea Festival and Stone Culture Festival are held. The China Taizhou Tourism Festival is held between May and September. The South China Great Wall Tourism Festival is held from October to November. These interesting festivals can be the good reference for choosing the time to visit.

Practical information

Taizhou Tourism Bureau
Address: Floor 12-13, Tianhe Building, 95 Tianhe Road, Taizhou
Tel: 0576-88535771
Www.tztour.gov.cn

Intercity traffic

Aircraft

Taizhou Luqiao Airport,HYN
Address: Yingbin Avenue, Taizhou
Arrival method: Take the No. 304 bus to the airport at the Luqiao Passenger Transport Center, and take another 150 yuan from Huangyan Airport to Yandang Mountain. You can also call the Luqiao South Bus Station first.
Yuan), then transfer to the CMB in Yandang, only 1 hour drive. The Luqiao Passenger Transport Center has long-distance bus departures to Linhai Ancient City and Tiantai Mountain, and is only 1-2 hours drive away.
Phone: 0576-84224959

Train

Taizhou Railway Station
Address: Wanglin Village, Beicheng Street, Huangyan District, Taizhou City
Arrival method: Bus 137, 205, 903 can be reached

Long-distance bus

Taizhou Passenger Transport Center (Luqiao Passenger Transport Station)
Address: No. 299 West Road Bridge Avenue, Luqiao District, Taizhou City
Arrival method: bus 303, 305, 304, 311, 313
Arrival number: 0576-82439520
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Taizhou Passenger Transport Station
Address: No. 588, Huanghai Road, Jiaojiang City, Taizhou City
Arrival method: bus 901, 902, 903, 904 can arrive
Tel: 0576-88310923

Traffic in the city

Bus

Taizhou City consists of three relatively independent urban areas, namely Jiaojiang, Huangyan and Luqiao. The three districts are 14-17 km apart and can take buses to various districts. The “1” begins with the Jiaojiang District route; the “2” begins with the Huangyan District. Line; “3” begins with the Luqiao area line; 901 road is the Taizhou city ring line, around the three districts, a total length of 48 kilometers.

Taxi

The starting price of taxis in Taizhou is 5 yuan / 1.5 kilometers, and the freight rate per kilometer is 1.9 yuan. There is no charge within 2 km and 40% of the rent for more than 2 km.

Attractions

South China Great Wall

It is a well kept ancient Great Wall under the state protection in Linhai, the national historical and cultural city. It is said to be the original version of the Badaling Great Wall
Address: Lanshenmen Square, Beishan Road, Linhai City, Taizhou City
Arrival mode: Bus tour 1,205,209 stops at the Range Rover Gate, and you can also enter the Great Wall from Jiangbin Middle Road and the Wangjiang Gate of Ziyang Ancient Street Exit.
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00
Tickets: 65 yuan, Jiangnan Great Wall, East Lake Park joint ticket 70 yuan
Tel: 0576-85301106

Longxing Temple

It is an ancient Buddhist monastery located near the town of Zhengding in Hebei Province, China, approximately 15 kilometers north of the provincial capital of Shijiazhuang. It has been referred to as the “First Temple south of Beijing”.
Address: Chicheng Road, Linhai City, Taizhou City
Arrival method: Bus 208 can be reached
Opening hours: 6:00-16:00
Tel: 0576-85315120

Kuocang Mountain

History of that Kuocang Mountain, you can see the sea. It looks very boundless, so it’s called Kuocang. With its broad, dangerous and wonderful show, it has The many people are located in the southwestern part of the Linhai City, the Kuocang Scenic Spot is situated in the foothills of Kuocang Mountain and Yong’an River. The climate is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful. The Mountains are high and rivers are long The country’s fourth-largest wind farm has been built on the mountain, and the fans that rotates at a high or low altitude are in harmony with the beautiful natural landscape , which constitutes a beautiful scenery. More than 30 sets of wind turbines whirl around in the cold wind, like the colorful dragonflies flying over the water. They want to go up to the blue sky, and the cloud is steaming and shining, which is spectacular. Jiutaigou, the main peak in the north, i s unique in natural scenery and has the reputation of “Little Jiuzhaigou”. Under the hill, the ancient houses of ancient streets still have ancient charms. On both sides of Yong’an Creek, scenery is too beautiful to be absorbed at once.
Address: Kuocang Town, Linhai City, Taizhou City
Arrival: From Linhai Bus Station, take the 515 urban and rural bus to Zhangjiadu Town (Kuocang Town). In the town, you can charter the car to the main peak of the Cangshan Mountain, or charter to Huangshitan Village and start climbing.
Tickets: Free
Tel: 0576-85885670

Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area

Tiantai Mountain is a famous national scenic area situated in Tiantai County, Taizhou City, in eastern Zhejiang Province. It is known for its beautiful scenery and for being the cradle of the Tiantai Sect of Chinese Buddhism including the Japanese and Korean Tiantai Buddhist Sects and also for being the home of the South Sect of Taoism.

Tiantai Mountain has many individual attractions including its historical sites and its tranquil flora comprised of evergreen plants and a unique geography. Covering an area of about 187 square kilometers (72 square miles), the scenic area is divided into 13 parts including Guoqing Temple, Shiliang Waterfall, Longchuan Gorge, Chicheng Mountain, Qiongtai Valley, Huading Peak, Former residence of Ji Gong, Tianhu Scenic Area, etc. Each area has its own unique attractions. Guoqing Temple, Shiliang Waterfall, Huading Peak are among the most beautiful natural sights.
Address: Tiantai County, Taizhou City
Arrival method: From Hangzhou East Bus Station, Ningbo and other places, Zhejiang Express will be sent to Tiantai County. From the Tiantai Bus Station, you can take bus No. 7 to Guoqing Temple Scenic Spot.
Tel: 0576-83958610

Guoqing Temple

At the foot of Tiantai Mountain, Guoqing Temple was built in 598 in the Sui Dynasty (581-618) according to the last wish of ‘Wisdom’, an eminent monk. It is said that he founded the Chinese Tiantai Sect of Buddhism. Later its doctrines were spread abroad, mainly to Korea and Japan. These external cultures significantly influenced the development of Korean and Japanese Buddhist Sects. Guoqing Temple has been restored many times in later dynasties. The most recent general renovation was during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Guoqing Temple now is a grand and unique architectural complex consisting of more than 600 rooms and 14 halls. It is one of the best preserved large temples in China.
Address: Tiantai Mountain, Tiantai County, Taizhou City
Arrival method: Bus 5, 7 can be reached
Opening hours: 8:00-16:30
Tickets: 10 yuan, 5 yuan of Guoqing Temple
Tel: 0576-83958197

Huading Peak

In stark contrast to the Shiliang Waterfall, Huading Peak is the highest peak of Tiantai Mountain with the height of about 1,138 meters (3,733 feet). Because it is always nestled in clouds, it is famous for the view with clouds gathering. The top is the best place to view sunrise. From the top looking down, Huading and surrounding peaks look like a lotus bud with Huading Peak at the center. Only more than 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) high, Tiantai Mountain basks in a comfortable climate among graceful surroundings that is a pleasant respite from city life.
Note: Tiantai Mountain is famous as a summer resort in Zhejiang Province. The best time to visit is from April to October, so one can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tiantai Mountain, yet still avoid summer heat. Moreover, it is convenient since it is only two hours by bus from Hangzhou.
Address: Huading Scenic Spot, Shiliang Town, Tiantai County, Taizhou City
Arrival method: From Tiantai County North Bus Station or Guoqing Scenic Area parking lot, you can take the Huading Tour Bus.
Tel: 0576-83091112
Tickets: 50 yuan

Shiliang Waterfall

The Shiliang Waterfall in Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area is a masterpiece of nature. A stone beam spans two steep cliffs, known as Shiliang, meaning a Stone Bridge. It ranges from about 9 centimeters (7 inches) wide at the narrowest to about 48 centimeters (19 inches) at the widest point. The waterfall plummets about 30 meters (98 feet) into a deep pool with a thundering roar. The sight is magnificent. Considerable composure and surefootedness are required to walk across the beam.
Address: Shiliang Town, Tiantai County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province
Arrival method: It can be reached by bus from Tiantai County North Bus Station, Guoqing Temple and Gaoming Temple.
Opening hours: 8:00-16:00
Tickets: 60 yuan
Tel: 0576-83091169

Shenxianju Scenic Area

Well known for its mountain sights such as cliffs and waterfalls, Shenxianju Scenic Area in Xianju, Taizhou, Zhejiang Province is said to be the place where the celestial being lives. The area has a large number of naturally-formed waterfalls and deep pools. In addition, the mountains in the area are different than the mountains nearby. The surrounding mountains in Taizhou seem to stretch away endlessly, while the mountains in the Shenxianju Scenic Area are separated and steep-sided as if they were riven by a giant ax.

There are more than 80 scenic sites on the mountains, including Tadpole Rock, General Rock, Sleeping Beauty Mountain, Guanyin Mountain, South Bridge, and many others.
Address: Baita Town, Xianju County, Taizhou City
Arrival method: Take the shuttle bus from Xianju Bus Station to Shenxianju Scenic Area.
Opening hours: 8:00-16:00
Tickets: 125 yuan
Tel: 0576-87038686

Xianju Gongyu

The Xianju Gongyi is called Shangri-La in the south of the Yangtze River. It is a mountainous terrain with complex and diverse landforms, mainly volcanic lava.
Address: Gongyu Village, Tianshi Town, Xianju County, Zhejiang Province (southwest 38 km from Xianju County)
Arrival method: need to travel by car
Opening hours: open all day
Tickets: Free

Potan ancient town

After thousands of years of wind and rain, thousands of years of precipitation and accumulation, the lake is still preserved with the long pebble paved “dragon” ancient street. The ancient dwellings of the tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing and republican dynasties, the magnificent and beautifully arranged “Santou Jiumen Tang”, the Tongjiang college where Zhu xi’s son studied in, the needle boneless lanterns that has won the gold medal of the China art exhibition and the gold medal of the fourth international exposition and the profound historical and cultural heritage can give you a sense of the meaning of the millennium culture.

As a provincial historical and cultural reserve, Potan ancient town is a well-preserved ancient town of commerce and trade. There is an ancient street with a length of 2km long which has a “dragon” shape. The ancient style buildings of Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties on both sides of the street are preserved, and the shops, wharfs, taverns, opera houses, brothels, casinos, pawnshops, academies and temples are all available.
Address: Yutan Township, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province
Arrival method: From Xianju Bus Station, take the shuttle bus to Hengxi and get off at the beach, walk to the scenic spot.
By car: From the exit of Taijin Expressway Baita, take the 35 provincial highway to the ancient town.
Opening hours: 8:00-16:30
Tickets: 50 yuan
Tel: 0576-87961661

Changyu Dongtian Scenic Area

It is a national AAAA scenic spot in Wenling. The grand cave scenery formed due to the stone exploration 1,500 years ago. Thousands of caves link and form a natural music hall.
Address: Wenling City, Taizhou Bay
Opening hours: 8:00-16:30
Tickets: 160 yuan
Tel: 0576-86598151

Itinerary

One day tour in Tiantai Mountain

Guoqing Temple – Jigong’s Hometown – Shiliang Waterfall

Changyudongtian one day tour

Double Cave – Guanxi Cave – Panda Cave – Shuiyun Cave – Shuangmen Grottoes

Food

satsuma, waxberry, loquat, orange, shaddock, chestnut, long persimmon, sugarcane

Accommodation

Taizhou has 80-200 yuan-long express hotels, and there are also star-rated hotels ranging from 300-600 yuan. Some scenic spots have farmhouses to choose from, and you can also taste local authentic farmhouse dishes at a low price.

Shopping

Handicrafts: glass sculpture, bamboo sculpture, stone sculpture, tree root carving, shell carving, waxwork, paper lantern, pearl

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