Every holiday trip is a headache. The places I want to go are often crowded, and I don't want to go to crowded places. It's also difficult to buy tickets for various modes of transportation. This time, visiting Wuzhen was a lucky find. Even during New Year's Day, it wasn't too crowded, but it wasn't deserted either. It was just right.
Although I have lived in Zhejiang for many years and am familiar with the cuisine, accents, and scenery, Wuzhen still gave me a different atmosphere and ambiance.
Xizha Scenic Area#
Wuzhen Scenic Area is centrally managed. The prices of goods in the scenic area are clearly marked, and accommodations are arranged and allocated by the scenic area. As for food, you can choose to experience local cuisine in private kitchens, and each one has a different taste.
Accommodation and Food#
For cost-effectiveness, we chose to stay outside the scenic area. Even during New Year's Day, the prices were not too expensive, but the hot water was not very strong, which was a bit disappointing.
Regarding food:
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On the first day, we randomly found a homestay in the Wuzhen scenic area to try some local cuisine. The hostess was very enthusiastic, and it was a rare authentic dining experience in a true homestay. However, the dishes were just average, so there's no need to expect too much.
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On the second day, we chose a restaurant recommended by the hotel owner. We ordered some dishes that were more characteristic of Wuzhen, such as oil-burst shrimp and sauce duck. The taste was good and worth a try.
Old Street#
After dinner, we planned to stroll around the outskirts of Dongzha. There were often elderly people riding tricycles asking if we wanted to go to the old street. I searched on Xiaohongshu (a Chinese social media platform) and found that some people looked down on the old street, but since we had nowhere else to go, we chose to walk there. The journey was not far, and we arrived in about 10 minutes.
The "old" in the old street is truly reflected here. The roads are narrow and built along the river, with various types of businesses on both sides. But I think it's worth a visit. In Xizha Scenic Area, you can appreciate the beautiful scenery of the water town, while in the old street, you can have more cultural experiences, although it is also quite commercialized.
Strolling#
There is only one road in the old street, so once you finish walking, there is nowhere else to go. Since we had nowhere else to go, we chose to walk on the street and experience the local life.
Conclusion#
In terms of time arrangement, two days and one night in Wuzhen is enough. We even had time to leave the scenic area and take a walk in the warm winter sun, experiencing the local residents' way of life. This is completely different from the typical one-day tour experience. As tourists, but not just tourists.
Indeed, there are many choices for surrounding areas of the postal district, but Wuzhen, which is not too popular but can provide a unique experience, is worth a try.
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