Nanxi River Tourism Area

楠溪江风景名胜区

Zhejiang, Wenzhou·29.1948°N, 120.7275°E

Ticket Price

Free admission

Duration

4-5 hours

About Nanxi River Tourism Area

A scenic river valley in Yongjia county, Wenzhou, celebrated as the cradle of China's classical landscape poetry. Bamboo-raft trips wind past dramatic peaks, waterfalls and well-preserved Song-dynasty villages.

Highlights

• River-and-village landscape, the 'cradle of Chinese landscape poetry'. • Ancient villages, bamboo rafting, and strange peaks.

Suggested Route

Start at Shiweiyan peak → bamboo rafting on the Nanxi → Lishui Street → Cangpo/Furong ancient villages; allow 1-2 days.

Food & Lodging

Yongjia stream snails and local river fish; riverside homestays and boutique inns.

Facilities

Parking, boat/raft rental, restrooms, village inns, and some shuttle.

Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.