Summer Paradise: A Complete 3-Day, 2-Night Family Guide to Songyang

Discovering Zhejiang's Last Hidden Gem | A 2-Day Slow Living Guide to Songyang This off-the-beaten-path destination is full of wonderful surprises! Known as "Jiangnan's Last Hidden Gem," Songyang preserves numerous ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Every alley feels like a talking time machine~ 🌿Day 1 📍Yangjiatang Village (dubbed the "Golden Potala Palace") - Best visited at dawn when sunlight bathes the ancient houses in golden hues - Don't miss the 800-year-old banyan tree couple at the village entrance - perfect for photos 📍Songyang Ancient Street - Try the hand-pulled noodles at century-old "Baixian Noodle House" - Explore the creative shops near Tongji Weir 📍Afternoon Leisure - Relax at "Pioneer Bookstore" - Or sip tea at a local teahouse while listening to elders' stories 🌿Day 2 📍Shuangtong Mountain Scenic Area - Take the cable car up and hike down - The glass walkway at the summit offers thrilling views 📍Damushan Tea Plantation (China's largest cycling tea garden) - Rent a bike to roam through seas of tea - Bring home some Songyang fragrant tea as souvenirs 🍵Food Recommendations: - Wang Village Scholar's Cake (on Songyang Ancient Street) - Old Bao Farmhouse's free-range chicken soup (near Shicang Ancient Houses) - Salt-baked chicken (available at many restaurants in town) 💡Tips: 1. Wear comfortable shoes for the cobblestone paths 2. Best seasons are spring and autumn; bring sun protection in summer 3. Yangjiatang and Songzhuang are quite far from town - consider hiring a car