温州 '虽隆冬而恒燠'
Nanxi River Scenic Area is the combination of nature and cultural sceneries, and is famous for its beautiful water, queer rocks, rich waterfalls and old villages. This is the only state scenic spot that is famous for natural garden sceneries.
Jiangxinyu Island is located in Oujiang River which lies to the north of Wenzhou city. On the island, there are a good number of pavilions, historical sites and old trees. It is called ' Penglai in Oujiang River'
Because Yandang Mountain sits at where old volcanos often took place, a lot of odd stones take on different shapes. Here can be called a Museum of Landforms.
Taishun Corridor Bridge goes across the river by with short wood. The whole bridge is like a rainbow that lights up the river.
Alongside the Zhailiao River, giant mountains and large area of trees make it more like south China's mountains and waters, but meanwhile, it doesn't lack the interesting sceneries of Zhejiang style.
Yaoxi River is famous for its water which takes on a jade color. Numbers of steles, historical sites decorate among the mountains and waters.
Zeya Gorge is a natural gorge, with clear waters, layers of mountains, odd rocks, etc. The quickwater make here an ideal place for drifting.
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Wenzhou has a total population of 7.558 million people and under its jurisdiction three districts (Lucheng, Longwan and Ouhai), two cities (Ruian and Yueqing) and six counties (Dongtou, Yongjia, Pingyang, Cangnan, Wencheng and Taishun). It covers a total land area of 11,784 square kilometers including an urban area of 1,082 square kilometers, and the sea area of about 11,000 square kilometers.
Where to go
Wenzhou is a harbor city with a charming environment comprising of beautiful mountains, meandering rivers and mesmerizing coastal sceneries. There are three national scenic areas and two national nature reserves in Wenzhou that are well renowned in China and definitely worth visiting. The profound culture of the city, which can be traced back to the Neolithic Age about seven thousand years ago, can be seen in the historic sites that are scattered in the above natural spots, adding more interest to the city's glamour.
Three National Scenic Areas
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Yandang Mountain: Mount Yan Dang is a world geopark located in Leqing County in the southeast of Wenzhou City. 'Yan' refers to 'wild gooses' and 'Dang' means 'undulating' in Chinese. On the top of the mountain, there is a lake surrounded with reeds, seemingly undulating in the tidal-like breeze. The wild gooses that fly back from the north to avoid cold winter often stay in the dense reeds thicket, giving the name of the mountain 'Yan Dang'.
Due to the frequent volcanic eruptions in ancient times, peculiar cliffs, rocks, caves and mountain peaks were formed, making the mountain a comprehensive geographic museum. Mount Yan Dang boasts of strange peaks, 'flying' waterfalls, solitary caves and deep valleys. The night scenery of Lingfeng peak and the swift cross between two peaks in the Lingyan cave areas are worth mentioning and are especially breath-taking to usually awe-struck tourists.
When evening descends, the Lingfeng peaks appear to strike various poses under the moonlight. The two standing peaks closely resemble lovers kissing while the peak nearby is vividly like a cheeky cowboy watching them stealthily. Another peak evokes an image of an old woman who is so shy to see the lovers that she turns her head back. There are many other strange peaks posturing mysterious shapes, leaving you to imagine as most as you can.
In the Lingyan area, between the Tianzhu peak (about 270 meters (886 feet)) and the Zhanqi peak (about 260 meters (853 feet)), somewhere above the bottomless abyss is a steel rope through which the swift cross performers can go vertically down one peak and climb up to the opposite peak . To the uninitiated audience, the scene is quite thrilling, but to the performers who are used to picking up herbs on the cliffs by the help of the ropes, such an activity is commonplace to them This perilous but wonderful performance always attracts lots of tourists visiting the mountain.
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Nanxi River Scenic Area: This is a 150 kilometer (93 mile)-long river winding north to south across Yongjia County about 23 kilometers (14 miles) north of the Wenzhou City. The river is well known for its extremely limpid water and well preserved ancient villages along it. As you are boating in the river enjoying views of the dense forest and continuous mountains, or watching the fish play among the beautiful stones in the water, you are slowly captured by the rustic charm of the surroundings and absorbed into the serenity of the environment.
In the upper reach of the river, there are various waterfalls among the strangely-shaped cliffs and remote caves scattered over the mountains. The scenery is so natural and beautiful that the river is honored as the 'Cradle of Chinese Landscape Painting'. Along the river, the intact historic sites of the Neolithic Period and the well kept ancient pagodas, bridges, pavilions of the past ancient dynasties provide a cultural tinge to the natural environment of the river. In addition, the primitive villages designed in traditional Chinese architectural layout have been preserved well since they were built in the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties. Together with the natural mountains and rivers, they form a particular and charming rural scenery in the area.
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Baizhangji & Feiyun Lake Scenic Area: This area is in Wencheng County, about 90 kilometers (56 miles) southwest from Wenzhou city. Baizhangji scenic area comprises of five different sceneries. Walking along the Valley Scenery Corridor, you can see strange peaks that look like swords or halberds with sharp cliffs lined up on both sides of the valley and dense forest and grand waterfalls appearing sometimes near, and sometimes yet so far away from your eyes. The sceneries are different but they are just as beautiful in every step that you take. The Baizhang Waterfalls are the most attractive spots in this area. The waterfalls are divided into three sections from high to low according to the mountain features. In every section, the waterfalls are long and wide and form a magnificent scene along the valley. Other sites worth visiting include the ancient Hometown of Liu Ji (a famous general in the Ming Dynasty), the Zhuyang Nine Peaks with its mountains presented in various shapes, and the Tianding Lake surrounded with mountains.
Covering an area of about 55 square kilometers (about 13,541 acreages), Feiyun Lake is the largest lake of south Zhejiang Province. It is located in the upper reaches of the Feiyun River and formed by the sluice project on the Shanxi River that meets the Feiyun River there. The vast expanse of misty and rolling waters, the hundreds of exquisite islands, together with the surrounding luxuriantly green trees form a paradise-like environment. Near the lake, there are many forest parks, primitive jungles and stretched green mountains that make the area an ideal vacation resort.
Two National Nature Reserves
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Nanji Islands Marine Nature Reserve: As China's only national marine nature reserve on the East Sea, this area is also the world ecosphere reserve under the protection of the UNESCO. It is located to the southeast of Pingyang County and is about 70 nautical miles (81 miles) away from the Wenzhou city. The unpolluted environment, pure sea water, beautiful harbors, golden beaches and various shaped islands all contribute to the charm of the place, making it an ideal resort.
There are various marine lives living harmoniously, including hundreds of precious fish, shrimps, and crabs species. The seashells and marine algae are among some of the richest in numbers and variety, forming the pride of the area. Additionally, the fancy abrasion geomorphy presented in the reefs, sea cliffs and sea caves should also not be missed. The Nanji Mountain and the Sanpanwei Mountain areas are covered with natural green lawns and are undoubtedly the best place to enjoy the sunrise and the entire beauty of the marine scenery. -
Wuyanling National Nature Reserve: Located in the Taishun County in the southwest of Wenzhou City, this mountain forest area is a completely natural environment that has hardly been polluted by the outside world. Entering the area, you will be amazed at the extremely primitive and picturesque scenery of misty green mountains, pure glittering streams, splashing waterfalls, emerald pools as well as murmuring birds and fragrant flowers. The fresh mountain air will help to refresh your mind and let you experience nature at its best.
The forest is a kingdom of plants and animals, with almost half of the species in Zhejiang Province located here. There are also many precious kinds of flora and fauna that are accorded the first or second level national protection. The yellow-bellied tragopans that are in severe danger of extinction are one of the most peculiar and precious birds in China, and this forest is where they stay well protected.
Of course, there are many other interesting places for you to explore. Jiangxinyu Island is full of historic sites and marine scenery while Dontou Scenic Spots has the magnificent scene of seven grand bridges linking up five islands. In Taishun Radon Spring Vacation Resort, the misty mountains, the scattered European styled villas, together with the radon springs that are beneficial for your body and skin, will make you feel in a secluded paradise.
Many are the charming tourist spots that attract thousands of visitors everyday in Wenzhou. You are welcomed to come to Wenzhou any time you want to appreciate the legend of this beautiful land.
Wenzhou's climate
Wenzhou has a humid subtropical climate (Koppen: Cfa) with short, mild, dry winters and long, hot, humid summers. Summers are similar to the remainder of the province, but winter is much milder, partly due to the southerly location and partly due to the sheltering effect of the surrounding mountains. Average highs are 12C (54F) and 32C (90F) in January and July respectively. Heavy rainfalls occur in late spring and early summer due to the monsoon, while typhoons are common in late summer causing considerable damage and destruction.
Dining in Wenzhou
Cuisine
Wenzhou dishes have a long history dating back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279). There are over 250 delicious recipes based on sea food and using fish, shrimps, crabs and shells as their basic ingredients. They are cooked using some 30 different methods and appear beautiful with enticing aromas.
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San Si Qiao Yu (Fish Boiled with Three Kinds of Shreds) is a traditional Wenzhou dish and is easy to cook. The fish is cut into pieces and boiled with shreds of chicken, hams and wood mushrooms. The tender and smooth fish meat is very appetizing and this dish is usually used to entertain friends and relatives on festivals by the locals.
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Garlic Seasoned Fishskin is a popular dish among the locals. The basic ingredient is the skin of a kind of edible shark which the locals braise with quantities of garlic that can make the skin soft and tender. It is said the dish helps to expel toxin in the human body.
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Double Tastes Crabs is a piece of cake cooked with crab meat and pork during both steaming and frying, leaving it with two distinct tastes, hence its name. The cake is firstly formed by putting fried crab meat on the shreds of pork to fry together in a pan; then is placed on a plate with another steamed crab meat decorated. The dish looks like a live crab and the meat tastes surprisingly fresh.
In addition, the locals have other special ways of eating sea food. For example, they dry the fresh yellow-fin tunas and cuttle fish or soak the crabs and jellyfish. They even eat the live river shrimps or oysters with a variety of seasonings including wine, sugar and ginger.
Desert
Wenzhou boasts hundreds of varieties of local appetizers. Various dumplings and cakes will no doubt offer a feast to any discerning stomach.
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Xianqian Tang Yuan: Tang Yuan is a kind of dumpling having different kinds of ingredients as its stuffing. The locals regard Tang Yuan as the symbol of reunion and luck because of their round shapes and pure white colors. Among all the kinds of Tang Yuan, those made of sesames, bean paste and pork are the most famous ones. Xian Qian Restaurant has a long history of making these dumplings, providing you with an excellent chance to enjoy the most traditional and genuine Tang Yuan.
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Tall Man Wonton (Chang Ren Hun Dun): Wonton is another kind of dumpling which is stuffed with fresh pork. When the dumplings are boiled, they look like beautiful and transparent flowers because of their extremely thin wrappings. The locals are particular about the soup of the dumplings, in which they often add laver, egg, dried meat floss and small shrimps. Tall Man Wonton is named after a tall man who was renowned for selling the most delicious wonton in the 1930s. At present, there is still the Tall Man Wonton restaurant in the city situated at No.531, North Jie Fang Road
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Short Man Sponge Cake: This is a kind of dim sum made of pork, glutinous rice and sugar. It is rectangular in shape and tastes soft, sweet and a little salty. The sellers often make the cakes and sell them instantly to ensure their true flavor. Cakes sold by a short man in the 1940s were well known among the locals, hence the name of the cake.
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Lamp Cake: It is a kind of fried cake formed into the shape of exquisite lamps which explains the name. There are many flavors of the cake with varieties of stuffing such as pork, shelled fresh shrimps, abalones meat and beef. The cakes have enticing aromas and taste crisp. Da Wang Lamp Cake restaurant is the most popular with the locals where you may have to queue for your cakes!
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Fish Pellet: It is one of the most famous local snacks in Wenzhou. You can find fish pellet restaurants or stalls in almost every street of the city. The pellet is made of fresh fish meat with farina and other seasonings. After boiling, the white pellets give out tantalizing aromas with the fresh soup, drawing people to enjoy their peculiar taste.
Recommended restaurant: Wenzhou Restaurant: No.106, Chan Jie Street, Lu Cheng Road
In addition, the Nan Xi Wheat Cake, Li Datong Double Cooked Cake, Five Flavors Aromas Cake and Bean Curd Pellet are also famous local appetizers and well worth tasting.
Wenzhou also has fast and exotic food restaurants. Some of their addresses are detailed below for your convenience during your travels.
Get around
By city-bus
In Wenzhou, several city bus routes play very important roles in the city's transportation. Tickets for most buses are 1.5RMB. As there are no conductors on the buses, it is best to ensure you enough loose change prior to boarding the bus.
The No.28 is the tourist bus. The ten buses are designed in classical European styles and are very comfortable with air conditioning. They start at Nanpu Road and end at the Huanglong Residential Area between 6:00 and 24:00. The fare is 2RMB per person.
By taxi
Wenzhou has many taxis shuttling in the city. The fare differs from daytime to night. Usually in daytime, it is 10RMB for the first four km (about two miles) and the distance surcharge is 1.4RMB per km (about 0.6 mile). While at night, it rises to 12RMB for the flat rate and CNY1.68 per km for the distance surcharge.
By water
Wenzhou once had waterways leading to Shanghai, Hong Kong and other cities. However, due to the development of the railways and airlines many cruise lines have been canceled, leaving only several lines to the nearby counties and scenic locations. There are two main wharfs: An Lan Wharf and Wang Jiang Harbor. There you can take the ordinary or express ships to Dongtou Scenic Spot, Da Mai Yu Island and Nanji Islands. Here is some information about the two harbor passenger transport centers.
Sleep
Class Area Address 5-star hotel Wenzhou International Hotel City Center No. 1 Renmin Zhong Road , 325000 4-star hotel Dynasty Hotel, Wenzhou City Center 2 Minhang Road , 325027 Grand Hotel, Wenzhou City center 320, Ma Anchi East Road , 325028 Wenzhou Guomao Grand Hotel Qujiang River No. 1 Liming Xi Road , 325027 Jiangjun Hotel, Wenzhou Jiangjun Bridge West of Jiangjun Bridge , 325005 3-star hotel City Inn Bandao Hotel, Wenzhou Lucheng District No. 88 Feixia North Road , 325003
Entertainment
Shopping
Wenzhou, famed as the Clothes World and Shoe City in China, is where you can find clothes and shoes of the latest styles and fashions at reasonable prices. You can go shopping on Wu Ma Street, Chan Jie Street, Jie Fang Road, Ren Min Road and Shamao He Women Street. The various clothes, shoes and exquisite ornaments sold in the stores along these streets or roads will certainly satisfy your requirements.
If you want to buy some souvenirs, the traditional embodiments, glutinous rice sculptures, and stone sculptures are all good choices. Two peculiar items, 'Dragon Beard' mats and Taishun lacquer chopsticks are also interesting presents for your friends. You can make such purchases of these objects in tourist spots, supermarkets, malls and some special present markets in the city. Address of Present Market: near the College of Adult Education Wenzhou University, Min Hang Road
Wenzhou's wide variety of specialties range from fruit to sea products to tea. The mandarin oranges are the most famous fruit while the anchovies and oysters are the most popular sea products. Tea is widely grown in the counties of Wenzhou. Liu Ji (a great general of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Tribute Tea, Yandang Green Tea, Yongjia Wuniu Morning Tea and other kinds of tea are well known in China.
Nightlife
Wenzhou locals enjoy a vibrant nightlife, featuring many styles of bars and city attractions. Xialupu Residential Community and Wang Jiang Road comprise the bar district and are subsequently the most popular night-time venues. While the young and the young-at-heart take part in the bustling nightlife, older residents can often be found strolling through Century Square, Haitan Square and Xinghe Square. While some residents come to the squares to relax, others come to exercise under the multicolored lights. Families in Wenzhou often relax in the city's parks and wharfs where children can enjoy the musical fountains, amusement facilities. Wenzhou also has a large number of fitness centers which provide excellent service and facilities for visitors to work out as well as play ping-pong, badminton, and yoga. As you walk around the city, do not be surprised if you are drawn to Xin He Street or Wu Ma Street by the enticing aromas that waft from the night snack markets.
A visit to Wenzhou is not complete without a nighttime trip to the beautiful Oujiang River, which winds around the city. 'Marine Palace' operates a cruise begins at the An Lan Wharf and ends on the Wenzhou Bridge. This tour allows guests to witness the magnificent night scene of the river and the city. It also features nightly performances, dance halls and a variety of other entertainment.
The Wangjiang Lu Light Decoration Project and Jiangxinyu Island Light Show are two of the newest attractions in Wenzhou. They have become increasingly popular since their launch in October of 2006. As the sun begins to set, mansions along Wang Jiang Road become lit with an endless array of lamps on their roofs and sides. Colorful lights make the road seem mysterious and magical. Meanwhile, on Jiangxinyu IslanJune 26, 2008 the island's two pagodas. The show entertains spectators, creating a poetic and dreamy environment. The flowery lights dance to soothing music, telling beautiful legends and stories of the city.
Wenzhou Highlights
Wenzhou FAQ & Travelers's Tips
Weather
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Is the temperatures remain mild throughout the year?
Influenced by the subtropical monsoon climate, Wenzhou has four distinctive seasons yet temperatures remain mild throughout the year. On average, temperatures in January are around 5C-10C (41F-50F) while temperatures in July are usually between 27C and 30C (80F-86F).
Although Wenzhou is pleasant all year long, as summer approaches, the city enters its rainy season. Tropical storms are most common between July and September. It is advisable to check weather forecasts before you plan your trip.
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When should I go there if I want to enjoy the local festivals?
Each year, between September and October, Wenzhou locals hold their Golden Autumn Cultural Festival. The festival is held around Jiangxinyu Island in the Lucheng district, and features traditional performances, magnificent light shows, and colorful fireworks.
If you plan to visit around August 15th of the Chinese lunar calendar, you will have the good fortune of witnessing the music and poetry of the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival. Additionally, visitors can shop for handicrafts and delicious food throughout the city. Keep in mind that shopping centers often extend business hours and offer special promotions during festivals.
Useful numbers:
Fire: 119
Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Traffic Accident: 122
Bank of China: 95566
Consumer Complaints: 96315, 12315
Taxi Complaints: 0577-88600079
Tourist complaints: 0577-88829911
Wenzhou lies in the southeastern coast of Zhejiang Province and is its economic and cultural center. For centuries, the inhabitants of Wenzhou have relied on shipping, trading and fishing for their livelihoods. Its location on the sea has also been crucial to international trades. Wenzhou shoes and electrical appliances are popular both at home and abroad. Wenzhou citizens are progressive and open to western ideas. Millions of merchants have emigrated and started businesses throughout the world. The city is therefore a famous hometown of overseas Chinese.
