Epic 1-Day Jinhua Journey: Studios & Bagua Village

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by Evelyn

May 7, 2024 · 1 min read

Jinhua 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day journey through Jinhua that promises a blend of cinematic grandeur and historical intrigue. Start your day at the Hengdian World Studios, known as the world's largest film studio, where you can spend the day exploring various movie sets that have been the backdrop for countless films and TV shows. Immerse yourself in the glamour and excitement of the entertainment world as you stroll through the studio's expansive grounds. After a day of cinematic exploration, travel back in time at the Zhuge Bagua Village, an ancient village that offers a unique glimpse into China's rich cultural heritage. Spend a couple of hours wandering through the ancestral halls and the octagonal-shaped houses, designed in accordance with the principles of Bagua, an element of Taoist cosmology. This itinerary is perfect for those who want to experience the allure of Jinhua's film industry and the mystique of its ancient traditions in a single day.

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1 Day in Jinhua Itinerary: Day 1

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Hengdian World Studios

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Kick off your Jinhua journey with a day-long adventure at Hengdian World Studios, the film city that never sleeps. As the first stop in your itinerary, immerse yourself in the glamour and grandeur of the world's largest film studio. Here, you can stroll through full-scale replicas of the Forbidden City, experience the thrill of historical epics, or even catch a glimpse of a movie in the making. With an entire day to explore, you'll feel like the star of your own blockbuster.

Attraction Info

  • Hengdian Town, Dongyang City, Jinhua City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-3 days
  • Open 24 hours,The scenic area is open all day, and the opening hours of each attraction in the scenic area are different: [Daytime Scenic Area] Morning session: 08:00-12:00 Afternoon session: 12:00-17:00 [Dream Bund Scenic Area] Business hours: 13:00-21:00 on weekdays, 10:00-21:00 on holidays; ticket check-in time is 20:30 [Guangzhou Street Hong Kong Street Scenic Area] 13:00-20:00 [Dream Valley Scenic Area] 13:00-21:00 (stop entry at 20:00) (during the opening period of Water World); 15:00-21:00 (during the closing period of Water World) [Mengquangu Hot Spring Resort] Business hours are 13:30-21:00, ticket check-in time is 20:00

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Zhuge Bagua Village

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After the cinematic extravaganza, travel back in time at Zhuge Bagua Village, a serene stop that's a mere 18 km from the heart of Lanxi City. Spend a couple of hours wandering through this ancient village, where the layout is a marvel of feng shui and mysticism. The ancestral halls whisper tales of the past, and the village's unique design, inspired by the Eight Trigrams, offers a peaceful yet intriguing end to your day in Jinhua.

Attraction Info

  • 18 km west of Lanxi City, Jinhua City
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 11/01-03/31,8:00am-4:30pm;Open from 04/01-10/31,7:30am-5:00pm;Closed during New Year's Eve

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Zhuge Bagua Village
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