Summer is perfect for escaping to the mountains and water!
No crowds, no rushed special forces itinerary,
Liyang is definitely the top choice for short summer trips from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai!
A full two days and one night, perfectly planned!
On one side, refreshing waterfalls, healing streams, and bamboo forests,
On the other, a super fun water park and artsy influencer villages—cool off, take photos, entertain kids, and relax all in one stop.
Day 1️⃣ Liyang Museum → Tianmu Lake Water World → Tianmu Lake Scenic Park
Day 2️⃣ Dream Realm Fang Village → Fujia Village → Pingqiao Stone Dam → Songling Tribe
No backtracking, no rushing like special forces,
Summer water fun and fresh air feel amazing!
✅ Liyang Museum (go around 9 AM)
Free! Free!
Really amazing! The building is shaped like a qin tail,
From afar it looks super classy, like an influencer landmark.
• The large slope outside and the rooftop sky view are perfect for photos,
Blue sky and white clouds with the qin-shaped building make every shot a masterpiece.
✅ Tianmu Lake Water World (the highlight of the day!)
Only a 20-minute drive from the museum, very close!
If you come to Liyang in summer, this stop is the core!
Unlike other water parks, this one has lots of big trees,
You won’t be exposed to the sun the whole time, making the experience great!
Recommended activities:
Thrill seekers: big slides, giant bowls, vertical drops—super stress-relieving.
Relaxers: lazy river to float along with a breeze, very comfortable.
Families: kids’ water castle and shallow areas where children can play all day.
There are showers and lockers inside, very convenient!
It’s best to wear your swimsuit out the door, just add a sun-protective shirt. Have snacks inside at noon, then leave around 3 PM,
Perfect to avoid the hottest midday hours.
✅ Dream Realm Fang Village (Fang Suo cultural village)
A super gentle, artsy little village, perfect for slow walks and photos.
The most iconic spot is the high glass book tower, very popular!
Climb up to see the whole lake view, the sight is amazing!
The village has small bridges, flowing water, white walls, and green trees,
Many coffee shops and creative stores, not commercialized and very clean.
No need to rush! Stroll slowly, take photos, grab a small dessert—super healing. 1–2 hours is just right.
✅ Fujia Village (Liyang’s little Altay! Very off the beaten path)
A 15-minute drive, very few people! Super clean!
One of my favorite stops!
Completely avoids crowded influencer spots.
Large lawns,
Super clean lake water with rows of dawn redwoods in the water, just looking at it feels cool!
You can enjoy the breeze by the lake, walk, sit on the grass and daydream, plus there’s a small swing and boardwalk. If you shout by the lake, you get an echo, so it’s also called Echo Lake~
Best to come at dusk! The sunset on the lake is incredibly gentle.
Great for photos, relaxing, and entertaining kids—very healing.
✅ Pingqiao Stone Dam (go early!)
Go around 8 AM! Few people, good light, clearest water!
Asia’s largest traditional stone dam, truly spectacular!
Even better after rain, the dam’s flowing water looks like silk waterfalls, ethereal and stunning!
You can step in the water, play, take atmospheric photos, and kids can catch small fish and have water fights.
Some tips:
1. Drive yourself the whole time! Attractions are 10–15 minutes apart by car, taxis aren’t convenient.
2. Liyang Museum is closed on Mondays! Don’t go on Monday or you’ll waste your trip.
3. Summer must-haves: swimsuit, change of clothes, creek shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, waterproof phone pouch.
4. Accommodation suggestion: stay at a guesthouse near Pingqiao after day 1!
Day 2 starts right at the waterfall, super convenient.
✅ Songling Tribe (last stop, perfect ending)
25-minute drive from Pingqiao, hidden deep in the bamboo forest!
Temperature is several degrees cooler than the city, a natural mountain air conditioner!
For thrill-seekers who love water: try the bamboo forest rafting
Almost 5 km long! About 1.5 hours drifting
No exaggeration, super comfortable!
There are calm sections for water fights and photos, and small drops that are exciting but not scary—loved by adults and kids alike!
You can also relax in the mountains,
Walk through bamboo groves, take photos, ride horses, shoot arrows, explore the tribe. The air is amazing, surrounded by green, very healing.
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