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Zhenjiang's Hupao Spring is a natural wonder gifted by nature, with crystal-clear and sweet-tasting water. Legend says tigers once drank here, giving the spring its name. Stroll by the spring to feel the ancient charm of this thousand-year-old site, and listen to locals share mystical tiger tales. It's a perfect summer retreat—cup your hands to taste the refreshing water. Nearby teahouses serve Jinshan Cuiya tea brewed with Hupao's water, offering an unforgettable floral aroma.

Everything you need to know about Tiger-Running Spring
Stay at Jinshan Bamboo Garden Resort, a boutique retreat nestled at the foot of Jinshan Mountain. Each room features a private tea pavilion where guests can brew Longjing tea using water directly drawn from Hupao Spring. Just a 10-minute walk to the spring, the hotel offers morning tea ceremonies and guided tours of local tea plantations. The serene bamboo-lined pathways and tranquil courtyard design create an authentic Jiangnan tea culture experience.
Yes, Nanshan Yunju Villa is just 300 meters south of Hupao Spring, with a seamless pedestrian path connecting the property directly to the spring. The walk takes only 4 minutes through shaded stone paths lined with historical markers and resting pavilions. The villa provides complimentary walking guides detailing the spring’s heritage, ancient poetry inscriptions, and ideal photo spots—perfect for those seeking an immersive cultural stroll.
Bitan Tingquan Pavilion offers a rare nighttime illuminated spring experience. From 7 PM daily, traditional lanterns softly illuminate the pool area, casting shimmering reflections of stars and light across the still water—creating a poetic scene of "moonlit springs, falling stars." Guests can join a heritage-style spring poetry recital, performed by local scholars reciting Tang Dynasty verses dedicated to the spring. The hotel also provides custom ceramic jars for guests to collect night-harvested spring water as a keepsake.
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