Huadong Baichang Ecological Tourism Resort is located in the geographical center of the large triangle of Shanghai, Nanjing and Hangzhou, which has strong economic vitality and fast development speed in China. It is located in the Yinan mountain area at the junction of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui provinces. Here, the scenery is beautiful and charming. It is an important node of the scenic tourism line in Yinan mountain area. The scenic spot is 8 kilometers away from Jingtang Exit of Nanjing-Hangzhou Expressway and Xiyi Expressway. It covers a total area of 12,000 mu. Adjacent to Dajue Temple, a famous Buddhist place, national 5A and 4A scenic spots such as Taiji Cave, Shan Juan Cave, Zhanggong Cave and Bamboo Sea are all within 30 minutes’ drive. The scenic spot belongs to the north-south transition area at the northern edge of subtropical zone. It has four distinct seasons, obvious cold and heat, sufficient sunshine and abundant rain. The annual average temperature is 16.5 degrees Celsius, the annual average precipitation is 1240 millimeters, and the annual average sunshine days are 190 days. The forest coverage rate of the scenic spot reaches 88%. The atmospheric quality is better than the higher national quality standard. It is a veritable natural ‘oxygen bar’. The peaks in the scenic spot are competing for beauty, with overlapping mountains, crisscross ravines and flowing waterfalls. There are not only magnificent stone wall landscapes, but also graceful mountain rural charm. In spring, green trees and red flowers are in full bloom. In summer, the peaks are covered with greenery and mountain lilies are dotted. In autumn, the sky is high and blue, and the red leaves are all dyed. In winter, snow fills the ravines and icicles are hanging high. It can be said that there are beautiful sceneries at every step, everywhere is a paradise, and there are surprises from time to time. It is an ecological tourist area with multiple functions such as tourism, leisure and vacation, integrating natural landscapes and cultural landscapes. The various strange peaks and beautiful waters, beautiful natural ecology and quiet and leisure rural scenery in the scenic spot are all full of poetic and picturesque charm, making tourists relaxed and happy and reluctant to leave. It is really an excellent place for urban people to relax and vacation. Sightseeing projects: Stone Forest Waterfall: The stone forest with a length of 130 meters, a width of 38 meters and a main peak height of 18 meters, and the artificial waterfall with a width of 12.8 meters and a height of 6 meters are created by using this abandoned mine quarry and rich karst landforms. There are two simple and elegant octagonal pavilions on the stone forest. Tourists can take a rest in the pavilion and let the breeze mixed with refreshing and sweet air blow on their faces. Mine Castle: Located at the entrance of the scenic spot, close to the picking base of seasonal fruits, it is formed by the accumulation of rocks uplifted by crustal movement for thousands of years. Stone Sea: Transformed from an abandoned mine quarry. The water area reaches 150 mu and the water storage capacity is 960,000 cubic meters. Looking around, a clear blue wave is shining with charming luster in the sun. The water and the sky are the same color, which is magnificent. It can be said that ‘there are countless lakes in the world, only the stone sea view of Baichang is unique’. Tianchi: Located at a high place in the scenic spot, it was originally a mine quarry. The water surface area is 80 mu and the water storage capacity is 600,000 cubic meters. The lake surface is vast and the water is as flat as a mirror. The lake shore is winding and surrounded by green trees. There are many kinds of waterbirds perching on the lake surface and more than ten kinds of ornamental fish in the lake.
SANJIE Pavilion: Located at the peak of the park, it is an excellent spot for viewing the scenery. Situated at the border of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui, it is said that the crowing of a rooster can be heard in three provinces, hence the name ‘SANJIE Pavilion’. From the pavilion, one can overlook the surrounding landscapes with mountains and waters at a glance.
Peach Blossom Island: One of the main scenic spots in the area. It features high-quality peach blossoms with different blooming periods as the main attraction, along with the ‘Flower Fruit Tower’ and attractions such as the ‘Bells of Commitment’ and the ‘Lovers’ Lock Terrace’. Peach Blossom Island is also a popular place for young people to express their love and make lifelong commitments.
Qinshui Garden: A water-friendly platform composed of ancient buildings such as corridors, pavilions, and halls. Qinshu Garden integrates the cultural connotations of water and local culture, water and civilization, water and philosophy, water and customs. Strolling through it, one can fully appreciate the lake and mountain scenery of the scenic area.
Zoo: The zoo covers an area of about 400 acres, divided into two main categories: exhibition animals and performing animals. It mainly features animals such as tigers, lions, black bears, monkeys, goats, horses, and pigs.
Off-road Experience: A distinctive tourist experience within the scenic area. Driving an off-road vehicle on a 15-kilometer forest track allows you to enjoy fresh air while experiencing the thrill of off-road driving. As you enter the water-splashing track, the water beneath your vehicle splashes, and the green trees on both banks welcome you, which will surely make you feel relaxed and happy. When you soar over the steep slopes, the ups and downs of the slopes are thrilling and will surely make you linger.
Amusement Park: Covering an area of 30 acres, it features nearly 20 modern amusement projects. There are thrilling attractions such as go-karts, horror houses, hurricane swings, and forest flying mice, as well as suitable-for-all ages attractions like bumper cars, carousels, shark islands, and space walks.
Forest Zipline: Located between Peach Blossom Island and Tianchi, two scenic spots, it spans 358 meters with a height difference of 30 meters between the upper and lower stations. The zipline uses gravity-driven traction technology, relying on the weight of the tourists to quickly slide from the upper station to the lower station. This activity is low-carbon, environmentally friendly, thrilling, exciting, and fun.
CS: An intense and thrilling high-tech competitive entertainment activity, equipped with professional laser guns and various field combat equipment, simulating real combat scenarios and battlefield sound effects. Under the condition of ensuring safety, visitors can experience and appreciate the excitement and tension of real combat.
Rafting: Located within the scenic area, it is 1500 meters long with a drop of more than 30 meters. The dragon-shaped design is novel and unique, drawing water from Tianchi, which is clear and winding, flowing down the valley, and passing through the lush and quiet forest, crossing the dragon pool, passing the dangerous rapids, and fighting the torrent, allowing you to fully enjoy a romantic and thrilling journey while experiencing the thrill of rafting.
Water Park: Based on the natural water bodies within the scenic area, it is an activity center for water sports.
The water surface area spans 300 acres, surrounded by enchanting landscapes of mountains and waters, creating a natural environment-based water entertainment area. It features water-based expansion activities, a beach, a water pavilion, a dam reflecting the moon, a bamboo corridor for leisure, and various water entertainment projects.
Shopping: Tea: Known as the ‘Oasis of Tea,’ Yixing is a major tea-producing area in Jiangsu, with local famous teas such as Yangxian Snow Bud, Biluochun, Maojian, Yixing White Tea, and Yixing Black Tea.
Purple Sand: Yixing purple sand pottery originated in the Song Dynasty and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Yixing’s purple sand products are known for their fine clay texture, rich color, innovative shapes, and diverse decorations. Purple sand teapots are terracotta handicrafts that integrate poetry, painting, carving, and manual manufacturing.
Fresh Fruits: The scenic area has built a 1300-acre seasonal fruit picking base, planted with over 20 varieties of peaches, pears, cherries, grapes, plums, apricots, dates, chestnuts, and Japanese sweet persimmons, with a picking season of 7 months throughout the year.
Local Specialties: The Yishan Southern Mountain area has a mild climate, fertile land, and abundant products. The scenic area is located in the central part of the Yishan Southern Mountain area, offering a variety of distinctive local specialties, including the ‘Three Treasures of Yixing’—bamboo shoots, chestnuts, and wild mushrooms, as well as lilies, and local specialty cuisine such as black rice, and various local products like dried lilies, dried bamboo shoots, hanging melon seeds, chestnuts, and ginkgo nuts for you to choose from.
Lakeview Wooden Houses: The lakeview wooden houses are built by the lake, nestled against the mountains and waters, with beautiful scenery. The wooden house cluster is made of pure wood, featuring unique shapes, simple elegance, smooth lines, and bright colors, giving people a feeling of returning to nature.
Camping Base: Located in the beautiful lake-side forest, it is an ideal place for tourists to get away from the city and get close to nature. The camping base is fully equipped with leisure facilities, where tourists can enjoy fishing and barbecue fun, hold bonfire parties accompanied by mountains and waters, and experience life, relax, and enhance relationships in ways they prefer.
Farmhouse: Located at the entrance of the scenic area, it is a leisure farmhouse that integrates entertainment and dining. It has 8 private rooms and can accommodate 300 people dining at the same time. The cuisine mainly features local farmhouse dishes and local specialties from Yixing, which are refined and not coarse. Here, the mountains are clear, and the environment is elegant.
Conference Services: The park has 4 meeting rooms, including two small meeting rooms and a water pavilion, each accommodating about 30 people, and one large meeting room that can accommodate 200 people, all equipped with advanced multimedia facilities and independent lighting and audio systems.
Opening Hours: Open all year round from 13:00 to 16:30.
Favorable Policy for Children: Children under 1.2 meters (not including) enter for free; children from 1.2 meters (including) to 1.4 meters (including) can purchase discounted tickets.
Service Facilities Parking: [East China Baichuang No.1 Parking Lot] Reference price: ¥10/hour; Address: Zhangzhu Garden, Yixing City, Jiangsu Province, East China Baichuang; Spaces: 150
