Who would have thought that the most beautiful plum blossoms in Hangzhou are in Chaoshan!

The Chaoshan, one of the three major plum blossom viewing spots in the south of the Yangtze River, is now in full bloom with white plum blossoms covering the mountains. Chaoshan is known for its plum blossoms, with a ten-mile stretch of fragrant snow-like plum blossoms. I fell into a sea of plum blossoms at Chaoshan. Upon arriving at the scenic area, the enticing fragrance of plum blossoms is immediately captivating, unfolding a brand new picture scroll. The plum blossoms are in full rage, reminiscent of Wu Changshuo's 'Recalling the Plum Blossoms' which expresses 'Not a decade to the sea of fragrant snow, the plum blossoms remember me as I remember them. When shall I buy a boat to brave the snow, to toast before the blossoms in full sway.' For first-time visitors, you can follow this route: Dongyuan Parking Lot Commercial Street — Dongyuan White Plum Grove — Dongyuan Lawn — Wen Yu Pavilion — Tan Mei Road — Song Mei and Song Mei Pavilion — Daming Hall Tang Mei — Wu Changshuo Memorial Hall — Bonsai Garden — East Gate. Those with good physical strength can also visit the Chaoshan Qinglian Temple, which was established during the Song Dynasty and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. According to 'Tang Lou Zhi', (Qinglian Temple) 'has a secluded path, with peach blossoms in spring, ripe bayberries in summer, a pool inside with clear and cool water, and a sweet osmanthus and a camellia, both relics from the previous dynasty.' Key spots to check in include the Wax Plum King planted by Wu Changshuo himself, Dongyuan, Song Mei and Tang Mei, Bonsai Garden, Lake Heart Island, and Qinglian Temple! Travel Tips: 1. The best time to enjoy the plum blossoms is from mid-February to mid-March when the plum blossoms are in full bloom and the scenery is absolutely beautiful. 2. It is recommended for friends who plan to visit to wear comfortable shoes and clothing, as there will be a lot of walking. Be prepared with photo props such as flower baskets, hats, etc., to enhance your photos. Don't forget to bring a power bank to preserve the beautiful moments! 3. The ancient style bridge is a landmark of Chaoshan, standing on the bridge you can overlook the entire plum grove, which is very photogenic. Stroll along the plum blossom path, feel the fragrance of the plum blossoms and the breath of spring. Chaoshan Scenic Area Opening hours: 8:00-17:00