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Xin’an River

The Xin’an River is one of the two upper courses of the Qiantang River system, flowing approximately 90 kilometers before entering the Fuchun River. The most unusual sight along the Xin’an is the wondrous mist that lingers over Baisha Town due to the river’s temperature, which stays at a steady 14 to 17 degrees Celsius. In the mornings and evenings, the surface of the river is cold, which creates a large temperature difference between the water and the air. This causes the formation of the white mist that distinguishes the landscape.

The Xin’an River Hydroelectric Power Station was built in 1959. It was the first hydroelectric power plant that China designed and equipped on its own.

Xin’an River

Baisha Bridge: Baisha Bridge is located in Xin’an River section of 320 National Highway from Shanghai to Ruili, north from Ma Yuan, crossing Xin’an River to Baisha village; it is the first multiaperture, long-span stone arch bridge in China.

“Standing in Cold River”: The river keeps a temperature of 14°C -17°C throughout the year, and “Standing in Cold River” is one of the challenge events for 17°Jiande Xin’an River “One-stop” program.

Night Tour on Xin’an River: The night scenery of Xin’an Rive is still beautiful. On a boat tour of Xin’an River, tourists can enjoy a cup of Xin’an tea, while appreciating the spectacular night scenery at the temperature of 17°C.

Shuangjiang Featured Street: The walking street covers an area of 30 thousand square meters with 11 blocks of main buildings in Chinese Huizhou architectural style standing on both sides of the 500 meters long featured street.

Linyun Twin Towers: On the south of Meicheng Town, there are two towers locating across Xin’an River, among which one is South Peak Tower, the other is North Peak Tower, also known as Mao Xun Two Peak Towers or commonly known as Husband and Wife Tower.

Summer Winter Swimming: The water of Xin’an River originates from the deep lake water of Qiandao Lake, with a temperature of 12—17°C all the year round; it is of good water quality, and can reach the first national drinking water standard without any treatment.

Xin’an River Dragon Boat Drift: Through Xin’an River dragon boat drift, tourist can enjoy the rustic charm of the nature, letting the 17°C Xin’an River water touching your skin, and experiencing the pleasure of “cool summer”.

Xin’an River Hydropower Station: Xin’an River Hydropower Station is the first large hydropower station designed, equipped and constructed by the country after the founding of new China.