Qian Long Waterway  

乾隆水上游览线
Last updated: Mar 12, 2013  Posted: Jan 15, 2006
Jiangsu ProvinceYangzhouChina
Tourist Attractions in Yangzhou
Author: Steve Blake
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Hours: 8am-5:30pm
Address: The entire stretch of Yanfu Rd. runs along the canal
盐阜路 (护城河)
Price: It`s up to what kind of boat you choose to take.

Just north of the city center (Wenchang Pavillion) lies the tree and park lined Hu Cheng Canal 护城河 (also called the Qian Long Waterway). Yanfu Road runs along the waterway. Emperor Qianlong used this route to enter the city and visit Slender West Lake. For 50 Yuan dragon boats can be hired at the Imperial Dock to retrace the emperor’s route. The experience of the ride is recommended as the waterway likely appears not too different than it did to Qianlong centuries ago. The dock is between the Tian Ning Temple and Ye Chun Teahouse.

 

The somewhat silly replica boats at the Imperial Dock

At night the lights along the waterway illuminate the canal, bridges, and pagodas in the area making for a perfect after-dinner stroll. Also near the waterway, on the north bank of the river, is the easy-to-spot outdoor bird and plant market (花鸟市场). The market is yet another great place to wander about and hopefully score a unique gift.

 







 

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   Re: Qian Long Waterway

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You remind me of Siye and Huaixiu in Xishuo Qianlong, I will be there again this year.

   Re: Qian Long Waterway

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It is worthy to take the cruise in Hu Cheng Canal.

   Qianlong Waterway trip make me feel like i am the Emperor.

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We rent a boat when we were there, the boat is a dragon shape and have a table inside, we sitted around having a cup of tea and enjoyed the wind and the fresh air with the smell of the river, i was feel like i am the Emperor at that time, so cool!

 

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