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Four off-the-beaten-path cities with direct high-speed rail access this weekend—a truly fantastic escape from the crowds! This time, we explored four lesser-known cities: Yueyang, Handan, Nanxun, and Shiyan. The key is the direct high-speed rail access, making it incredibly convenient and a truly unique experience. 📍Yueyang Get off at Yueyang East Station and head straight to Dongting Lake—it's truly worthy of the saying, "No lake is better than seeing it after Yueyang." Don't forget to try the Dongting Lake fish head hotpot—it's incredibly fresh! In the afternoon, head to Yueyang Tower for a panoramic view of Dongting Lake, the very spot where Fan Zhongyan wrote "Yueyang Tower Inscription"—a truly historic experience. 📍Handan Handan East Station is incredibly close to the city center; a 10-minute taxi ride will take you to Congtai Park. This isn't just any park; it's the remains of the Zhao State from the Warring States Period! We recommend staying the night at the Hampton by Hilton Baoding (3155 Fuxing Middle Road). It's perfectly located, a 5-minute walk from Baobai Shopping Mall, and you can enjoy authentic beef pancakes for breakfast. 📍Nanxun Nanxun Ancient Town is a 30-minute taxi ride from Huzhou Station and is much less crowded than Wuzhen! A must-visit is the Hilton Huzhou Nanxun Hotel's Qingya Chinese Restaurant (18 Mingzhu Road, Nanxun Town). Their sea urchin and butter-baked small blue dragon are so delicious! Stay overnight at the Nanxun Garden Grand Hotel, where you'll enjoy a view of the flowing water and small bridges. 📍Shiyan At the foot of Wudang Mountain, Shiyan hides a wealth of treasures! The Wudang Museum (14 Museum Road) is open Tuesday to Sunday at 9:00 AM, and its Taoist artifacts are truly impressive. For lunch, head to Danjiangkou Reservoir for fresh fish. In the afternoon, we recommend watching the sunset from the Golden Summit of the Mulan Mountain Scenic Area (17 Ancient Temple District). The views are unparalleled! ✨Itinerary Tips: 1. We recommend 1-2 days in each of these cities, perfect for a weekend round trip. 2. Nanxun and Shiyan are great for photo opportunities, so remember to bring Hanfu (Chinese traditional clothing) or cheongsam. 3. Don't miss the local specialties, but be careful if you have a weak stomach. #Where to go this weekend #Off-the-beaten-path travel #High-speed rail travel #Escape the crowds #Off-the-beaten-path attractions