Set sail for Grand Canal in Yangzhou

Yangzhou, Jiangsu province, has recently unveiled various captivating boat tour routes, attracting visitors to explore the cultural gems of the ancient Grand Canal.

Spectacular cultural performances are on show along the Grand Canal. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

Gliding along the bustling waterway of the Grand Canal, a sightseeing boat presents panoramic and immersive cultural performances set against the backdrop of magnificent histories and rooted in renowned historical figures, reviving Yangzhou's prosperous and glorious past.

A boat is moored at Dongguan Ancient Ferry. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

A boat tour route spanning from the Dongguan Ancient Ferry to the Guazhou Ancient Ferry offers an opportunity to admire Yangzhou's scenic wonders, such as South Gate Ruins, Sanwan scenic area, Wenfeng Temple and Gaomin Temple, recapturing the footprints of ancient emperors and luminaries.

A boat drifts gently on the North Moat. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

In addition to cultural performances and historical attractions, a sightseeing boat on the North Moat also awaits to tantalize visitors' taste buds with a diverse array of Yangzhou's culinary delights, including the elegant Lyuyangchun Tea, the savory Huaiyang dried bean curd slices, fluffy steamed buns with vegetable stuffings, delicate shrimp roe noodles, and fresh fruits.