Qian Long Waterway
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.
Tours That Go to Qian Long Waterway
2 days tour itinerary in Yangzhou
Yangzhou 2 days Tour Itinerary:
Day 1
Slender West Lake(Admission: 80 yuan/ticket - includes Potted Plant Garden ) -----> Da Ming Temple(Admission: 45 Yuan/ticket )------> He Yuan(Admissoin:40 Yuan/ticket )------> Ge Yuan( Admission:30-40 Yuan/ticket )
Day 2
...Read moreYangzhou 2 days Tour Itinerary:
Day 1
Slender West Lake(Admission: 80 yuan/ticket - includes Potted Plant Garden ) -----> Da Ming Temple(Admission: 45 Yuan/ticket )------> He Yuan(Admissoin:40 Yuan/ticket )------> Ge Yuan( Admission:30-40 Yuan/ticket )
Day 2
Qian Long Waterway( It`s up to what kind of boat you choose to take)------>Dong Guan Old Street(Free entrance)----->Dong Quan Men Alley(Wang's Residence 10 yuan )------->Han Dynasty Tombs(Admission:30 yuan (15 students) )
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The beginning of the end of the tour line is two seat of the quiet and elegant hotel, here was the emperor Qian Long of the Imperial Garden and the palace.
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Great Information.!
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Thanks for sharing the info and picture.
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You remind me of Siye and Huaixiu in Xishuo Qianlong, I will be there again this year.
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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.
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!