Travel to Danyang City, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu
Danyang, Jiangsu — an ancient cultural city and the capital of glasses, featuring Jiuli Scenic Area, Heaven and Earth Stone Carving Garden, China Glasses City and other characteristic attractions. A 2-day experience perfectly blending historical culture and modern industry.
Danyang City Two-Day Cultural Shopping Tour
Historical exploration, stone carving appreciation, glasses shopping, red memory
Morning visit Jiuli Scenic Area to experience Jizi culture; afternoon tour Heaven and Earth Stone Carving Garden to appreciate stone carving art; evening taste Danyang special cuisine.
- Business hotels in Danyang city center
- Hotels near Glasses City
- Characteristic guesthouses near scenic spots
- Danyang Rice Wine
- Yanling Duck Dumplings
- Jiepai Tofu
- Glasses Noodles
- Lingkou Dried Radish
- Jiuli Scenic Area is great for history enthusiasts
- Stone Carving Garden has rich collections, allow enough time
- Experience Danyang rice wine brewing process
- Recommended to taste local specialty snacks
Morning explore China Glasses City for shopping fun; afternoon stroll through Wanshan Park to enjoy city scenery; evening visit Former Front Committee Site to learn about red history.
- Danyang has a high-speed rail station, convenient transportation
- City buses reach all attractions
- Free shuttle buses available at Glasses City
- Taxi between attractions costs about 10-20 yuan
- Jiuli Scenic Area: 40 RMB
- Heaven and Earth Stone Carving Garden: 60 RMB
- China Glasses City: Free
- Wanshan Park: Free
- Former Front Committee Site: Free
- Compare prices when buying glasses at Glasses City
- Wanshan Park night views are beautiful
- Former Front Committee Site is closed on Mondays
- Recommended to buy Danyang glasses as souvenirs
Must-Try Foods in Danyang City
Danyang Rice Wine
Danyang specialty, China National Geographical Indication product. Brewed from glutinous rice using traditional techniques, the wine is clear amber with a mellow and sweet taste, known as 'liquid cake'.
Yanling Duck Dumplings
Danyang traditional famous dish, made from high-quality duck meat with various seasonings. Tender meat with delicious flavor, a banquet favorite.
Glasses Noodles
Danyang special noodle dish, named for its noodle shape resembling glasses frames. Chewy noodles with delicious broth, topped with various ingredients, a local favorite.
Jiepai Tofu
Specialty of Jiepai Town, Danyang, made using traditional techniques. Rich bean flavor with a delicate texture, can be pan-fried or stewed, a local home-style dish.
- Spring (Mar-May): Pleasant climate, flowers bloom across the city
- Summer (Jun-Aug): Shop at Glasses City to escape the heat
- Autumn (Sep-Nov): Clear and crisp weather, great for outdoors
- Winter (Dec-Feb): Taste rice wine to warm the body
- Experience historical culture at Jiuli Scenic Area
- Buy glasses at China Glasses City
- Appreciate art at Heaven and Earth Stone Carving Garden
- Taste Danyang rice wine and specialty snacks
- Tickets: approx. 100 RMB
- Accommodation: 90-220 RMB/night
- Meals: 60-130 RMB/day
- Shopping: depends on personal needs
- Transport: 40-80 RMB
- Total: 250-600 RMB (excluding shopping)
- How to get to Danyang City? → Danyang has a high-speed rail station, convenient transportation
- Which attraction in Danyang is most worth visiting? → Jiuli Scenic Area and Glasses City are must-visits
- What are some special souvenirs? → Danyang glasses, rice wine, stone carving crafts
- How many days are recommended? → 2 days recommended for a cultural shopping experience