Xianyan, situated 19 kilometers away from the urban area of Wenzhou, is one of the traditional scenic spots in the region. Although it is relatively unknown among the many waterfalls in Zhejiang, it holds a special place in literary history. If the mention of Mr. Zhu Ziqing’s ‘Green’ from childhood stirs a vivid image in your mind, you are picturing the enchanting ‘daughter green’ of Meiyu Pool in Xianyan. Many tourists visit to follow in the footsteps of this literary master.
On the journey to Meiyu Pool, you will encounter Leixiang Pool, Longxu Pool, Sangu Pool, and several other culturally rich scenic spots, each showcasing a unique shade of green. Convenient transportation is available with buses from both Wenzhou urban area and Ruian city that can take you directly to the scenic area.
The main landscapes in the scenic area, arranged from low to high, are as follows: Sangu Pool, Meiyu Waterfall, Leixiang Waterfall, and Longxu Waterfall. The entire walking trail, which takes approximately three hours to complete on foot, is mostly paved with steps, making for a comfortable hike. Upon entering the gate, not far away, you will find the Shenshou Zen Temple, a tranquil place for worship and prayer without the pressure to burn incense. The temple’s pond and the Huiguang Pagoda behind it are iconic landmarks of Xianyan.
Continuing from the temple, you will pass by Lvwaidlou and head straight to Sangu Pool, marking the beginning of your exploration of Xianyan’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.Turning left is the Meiyu Pool. The two roads converge on the mountain to form a loop. You can decide which side to climb up according to your personal preference and then go down from the other side. However, driven by Mr. Zhu’s alluring description, there are always more tourists who go to see the Meiyu Pool first.
Soon after turning left and starting to climb the mountain, you will first pass the Xianren Huatata. The stream flows into the Sangu Pool below from this smooth slope. In summer, tourists can play in the shallow water at the upper part, which is very cool.
Continuing forward from here, the Meiyu Waterfall can be seen from afar. Passing through the ‘rock formation’ and entering the Tongxuan Cave, the Meiyu Pool is right in front of you. There are many stone carvings beside the pool, but the handwriting is already somewhat difficult to recognize.
Above the Meiyu Pool, there is a Ziqing Pavilion built in memory of Mr. Zhu Ziqing. On the stone tablet in the pavilion is engraved the full text of ‘Green’. Carefully savoring the words and phrases in it and then looking back at the scenery in front of you seems even more pleasing to the eye.
A little further up, the Meiyu Pavilion is a good place to view the Meiyu Waterfall. Looking down at the Meiyu Waterfall from here is like looking at a beautiful young girl.
Take a short rest in the pavilion and continue forward. After passing the Fuhu Cave, turn right at the fork to go to the Leixiang Pool. The Leixiang Pool is hidden in a canyon.From afar, you can hear the roaring sound of water coming from the canyon. Walking down dozens of steps and approaching, you will see a silver waterfall falling from the sky, which is very spectacular.
The next destination is the Longxu Pool above. You can go straight after passing through a small forest and reaching the canteen, or you can turn left and walk across the stone bridge above the Leixiang Pool and reach it after passing through a wading area.
The Longxu Pool is completely different from the majestic Leixiang Pool. The water flows down from the top and forms an elegant triangle. Even the sound is soft and beautiful.
Return from the other side of the Longxu Pool. After returning to the small store, go straight down all the way. Passing Sanhuang Well, Xiegong Pavilion, and Shengxian Pavilion successively, and reach Shengxian Rock on the upper right of Meiyu Waterfall.
Here, you can’t see Meiyu Waterfall and Meiyu Pool, and you can’t even hear the sound of the waterfall. However, the view is excellent. You can have a panoramic view of the mountains around Xianyan and Huiguang Tower at the foot of the mountain.
After stopping here to enjoy the scenery, go down past Sangutang and you can return to the scenic area gate. The playtime in the scenic area is not long. You can have a meal at Lvwaidlou. At the small store, you can buy some snacks.
Perhaps because it is not far from Wenzhou urban area, there are no places to stay inside or outside the scenic area. After the tour, you can return to the urban area for accommodation.Scenic Area Operating Hours:
The scenic area is open from 08:00 to 17:00 daily from March 10th to December 31st.
Preferential Policies:
– Children: Admission is free for those under 1.2 meters (not including 1.2 meters). Half-price admission is offered for one child over 1.2 meters (including 1.2 meters).
– The Elderly: Half-price admission for individuals over 60 years old.
– Students: Half-price admission for students with valid student ID cards.
Must-See Tips:
While exploring the scenic area, you will find several spots where you can enjoy water activities. Please be mindful of your safety at all times when engaging in these activities.
