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Explore Hongze Lake on a budget with just 200+ per person! 2 days 1 night budget travel guide is here

Hongze Lake Slow Life Guide|Explore the "Pearl of Huai" in 2 days 1 night for just 200+ per person💎 Hongze Lake in November is stunningly beautiful! The lake reflects the sunset glow🌅, the reeds shimmer with golden light✨, come check out this hidden gem while it's less crowded~ 🚆Transportation Guide: High-speed train round trip from Nanjing/Huaian to Hongze Station (ticket price about 200 RMB) Use shared electric scooters🛵 + buses🚌 for city transport, only 20 RMB per day! 🏡Accommodation Recommendation: Lakeside Homestay (80 RMB per person/night) 📍Address: No. 56 Hubin Road, Hongze District Open your window to a lake view🌊, super convenient walking distance to major attractions~ 🍴Food Highlights: 1. Hongze Lake Small Silverfish Dry Pot, 40 RMB per person 2. Old Street Salted Goose, 25 RMB per serving 3. Crab Roe Tofu Soup, 20 RMB per bowl 4. Lakeside Night Market BBQ, 55 RMB per person to eat until full! 📸Must-visit Photo Spots: 1️⃣ Hongze Lake Dam 37km Viewing Platform ⏰Best time: 4:30-6:00 PM 🌟Photo tip: Use telephoto lens to capture the golden sunset🌅, silhouettes look amazing! 2️⃣ Guyan Scenic Area Boardwalk + Dawn Redwood Forest Autumn dawn redwoods turn red, beautifully reflected on the lake🍁 Wear forest-style clothes for instant forest-themed shots 3️⃣ Xunhe Alley Stone-paved Street ⏰Recommended at 8 AM Old street with a vintage filter vibe, smoke rising from cooking fires full of life 4️⃣ Zhouqiao Datang Qing Dynasty Stone Wall The weathered old wall looks very classy Recommended to wear Hanfu for photos, time travel in a second 5️⃣ Ruyi Bay Wetland Reed Flowers The scene of wind blowing through the reeds is so romantic! Top choice for transition videos! 🚶‍♀️Recommended Route: Day 1: Guyan Scenic Area → Dam Sunset Day 2: Xunhe Alley → Zhouqiao Datang → Return 💰Estimated Total Cost (per person): Transport 200 + Accommodation 80 + Food & Drink 110 + Others 5 = 395 RMB 👗Outfit Suggestions: Earth-tone trench coat, beige scarf🧣 Forest-style long dress + straw hat also perfect! Grab this guide and head out to check it off while it's less crowded~ Bring your photo-savvy bestie👭
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