The Fengcheng River is a moat surrounding the ancient Taizhou city in a square shape. The scenic spots in the scenic area are concentrated in the southeast corner, mainly including the Wanghailou area on the north bank and the Taoyuan scenic area on the south bank. The green willows on both sides of the river brush the banks. The cultural buildings are scattered in an orderly manner. Taking a walk along the river or boating on the river is very comfortable.
At night, there are also lighted night views to see. The core scenic spot in the Wanghailou area on the north bank is the Wanghailou, which was built in the Song Dynasty and rebuilt in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. You can ascend the building to view the scenery. To the west of the Wanghailou is the Wenhuitang, where there are statues of Fan Zhongyan and Teng Zijing. To the north of the Wanghailou are the ruins of the state city, the ancient city pool relief square, and the stele garden with stone tablets inscribed with poems praising Taizhou. The waterside pavilion dock in the Taoyuan scenic area on the south bank is a good place to see the Wanghailou. The core scenic spot of Taoyuan is Chen’an, which is in the architectural style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has three entrances in succession, equipped with ancient Ming and Qing furniture. Inside the house are Kong Shangren’s ‘Peach Blossom Fan’, Zhong Zhenkui and the history of Taizhou opera. To the west of Chen’an is a stone boat. To the north are scenic spots such as Qingfeng Pavilion and Laifeng Tower. The Peach Blossom Island in the south is full of peach blossoms. It is very beautiful when the flowers bloom in spring. To the north of the Taoyuan scenic area is the Mei Lanfang Park. The Mei Lanfang Memorial Hall inside showcases the artistic life of the Peking Opera master Mei Lanfang with various materials and real objects. To the west of the Taoyuan scenic area is the Museum of Traditional Chinese Architectural Culture. In the museum, you can see cultural relics and collections related to architectural culture such as Lu Ban ruler and compass. The cruise ships on the Fengcheng River include pedal boats, battery boats, etc. According to different boat types, the cost ranges from 30 yuan to 40 yuan. If you want to take a painted pleasure boat, it is recommended to choose a night tour. The night view is more beautiful than the daytime view. The night tour route of Fengcheng River starts from the Taoyuan dock and passes through Yingchun Bridge, Plum Garden, Liufang Teahouse, and Guandi Temple, and then returns. Other scenic spots in the Fengcheng River Scenic Area include the Xuezheng Examination Yard and Qiaoyuan. On the east side of Taoyuan is the old Taizhou Street in the style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, which can be visited together. In the old street, you can buy some tourist souvenirs and eat local delicacies such as straw stove sesame seed cakes, Taizhou shredded dried tofu, and eight delicacies of Qinhu Lake. If you just want to relax, you don’t necessarily have to buy tickets to enter the scenic area. There are green belts in many places along the Fengcheng River where you can take a walk. At night, you can also see the brightly lit painted pleasure boats passing by on the river.Opening hours: Open all year round from 08:30 to 17:30.
Service facilities: Stroller rental: Reference price: free, a deposit of 500 yuan is required; address: customer service center.
Mother and baby room: address: Taoyuan tourist center for tourists to freely feed, take care of babies, and change diapers in the nursing center.
