#Changxing Golden Nails Ancient World Scenic Spot Play Guide (The information is comprehensive with the official and the latest platform information from 2025 to 2026, and priority is given to referring to the content of authoritative cultural tourism and tourism platforms) 1. Basic information of scenic spots 📍 ** Address **: Huaikan Baoqing Foothills, Meishan Town, Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province (Note that it is not Sian Town, the navigation directly searches for "Golden Nail Ancient World Scenic Area") ⭐ ** Scenic Spot Level **: National 4A-level tourist attraction, which is the most complete Permian-Triassic boundary stratigraphic profile and point in the world (the "golden nail" in geology is the standard for global stratigraphic division, and it was selected as the first batch of 100 geological heritage sites in the world in 2022. It is also the record point of the largest mass extinction event in the history of the earth, known as the "pyramid in geology") ⏰ ** Opening Hours **: - Summer (around May-October): 8:00-16:30 - Winter (around November-April): 8:30-16:00 * Admission stops around 16:00, it is recommended to plan the time in advance * 🎫 ** Ticket Reference **: - Adult tickets: Online advance booking is about 60-80 yuan/person, and the on-site listing price is about 90 yuan (most packages include Geological Museum + 4D movies) - Preferential treatment policy: children under 1.2 meters are free of charge; children under 1.2-1 meters enjoy half price; students can buy preferential tickets with their student ID * Note: For online ticket purchases, you need to place an order 6 hours before picking up the ticket. It is recommended to book one day in advance * --- ##2. Must-play core experience The scenic spot is not big, you can walk the whole process, or you can choose a sightseeing car. The overall tour time is 2-3 hours, and the parent-child/popular science tour is very suitable: 1. ** Golden Nail Geological Museum (Core Popular Science Area) ** The 4000-square-meter museum is divided into 6 exhibition halls: the Earth Mystery Hall, the Life Evolution Hall, the Rock and Mineral Formation Hall, the Golden Nail Exclusive Exhibition Hall, the Changxing Paleogeography Hall, and the Popular Science Demonstration Hall. You can see real paleontological fossils, the stratigraphic section of the Permian-Triassic period 250 million years ago, and the enlarged conodont model (which is the iconic fossil dividing the Paleozoic and Mesozoic Era, and is the core of the entire "Golden Nail"). The combination of pictures and texts + specimens + simulated scenes can systematically understand the history of the earth's evolution and mass extinction, which is suitable for bringing children 2. ** 4D special effects cinema ** Play the exclusive film "Mass Extinction of Life", through dynamic seats and special effects to cooperate with the screen, immerse yourself in the shocking scene of the mass extinction of the earth 250 million years ago, and play multiple loops every day. The specific time is subject to the announcement of the scenic spot on the same day. * Note: Heart disease patients and pregnant women are not recommended to watch * 3. ** Earthquake/Fire Experience Hall ** Simulate the real scene of earthquakes and fires, and have interactive experience sessions, which not only allows you to learn disaster prevention knowledge, but also has a strong sense of experience. 4. ** Ziplining (Special Experience) ** The zipline route just crosses the faults of the Permian and Triassic, providing a bird's-eye view of the entire scenic area's lakes, mountains, and strata. The perspective is very unique. Friends who enjoy excitement should not miss it. 5. ** The clock in leisure ** - Ancient Forest Trail: Simulate the ancient forest environment, with a giant fern wall, take pictures well, and walk through it with a sense of crossing; - Tribal ruins: restore the ancient tribal life scenes, and the lookout platform can overlook the panorama of the scenic spot; There are also some water entertainment options that can be experienced in summer. --- #3. Recommended tour route ✅ ** Classic Science Course (2-3 hours) **: Scenic Entrance → Entrance Ecological Square → Geological Museum (walk slowly for about 1 hour) → 4D Cinema → Earthquake/Fire Experience Hall → Time Tunnel → Ancient Forest Trail → Golden Nail Stratigraphic Section Observation Point → Tribal Ruins → Exit ✅ ** Parent-child labor-saving route (1.5-2 hours) **: Entrance to the scenic spot → take a sightseeing car directly to the tribal ruins (first visit the outdoor area) → take a sightseeing car back → geological museum → 4D cinema → experience hall → exit, walk back less, children will not get tired. --- #4. Traffic Guide 🚗 ** Self-driving (most recommended) **: - Shanghai direction: A9 Expressway → Jinze to 318 National Highway → Nanxun to Shen, Su, Zhejiang and Anhui Expressway → transfer to Hangning Expressway (Nanjing direction) → Changxing Exit, follow Provincial Highway 10 to Coal Mountain/Huaikan direction, about 40 minutes from the county seat to the scenic spot; - Hangzhou/Nanjing direction: directly take the Hangning/Ninghang Expressway, get off the Changxing exit, and the follow-up route is the same as above; - Suzhou/Wuxi/Changzhou Direction: Take National Highway 318 or Xiyi Expressway to Ninghang Expressway, and get off at Changxing Exit; * There is a free parking lot in the scenic spot, and parking is convenient * 🚌 ** Public Transport **: - High-speed rail: Take Huzhou Station/Changxing South Station, transfer to the shuttle bus to Changxing Bus Station, then take the shuttle bus from Changxing to Huaikan/Meishan, and get off at Jinnaozi Scenic Area Station; - Changxing South Railway Station can also take a taxi directly to the scenic spot, or take Changxing 401B Road to Jinshuiyuan Station and walk 500 meters to it. --- ##5. Food & Accommodation & Tips 🍜 ** Dining **: - Scenic area: There is a simple dining area on the 2nd floor of the main exhibition hall, providing children's sets and simple meals; the "stone tool hut" next to the tribal ruins has special snacks such as rock-roasted rice cakes; - Surroundings: You can drive to Changxing County and taste local specialties such as Changxing biscuits, noodle soup, dried bamboo shoots and old duck pot. 🏨 ** Accommodation **: - If you want to have a relaxing time, you can stay at the Changxing Yingpeng Hotel near the scenic spot (with full facilities and convenient location), or choose Changxing Runliang Hotel (economical, clean and affordable) for a limited budget; you can also live directly in Changxing County and choose more. 💡 ** Play Tips **: 1. The scenic spot is combined with outdoor + indoor exhibition halls. It is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and take measures to protect against sunscreen and mosquitoes; 2. You can bring your own small amount of water and snacks, and there are not many supply points in the scenic spot; 3. Do not climb unopened strata section areas to protect geological heritage. 4. It is suitable for play in all seasons. The climate is the most comfortable in spring and autumn (March-May, September-November). Try to avoid the peak of holidays and experience better. --- ##6. Peripheral joint tour recommendation If you have enough time, you can play with the surrounding attractions: 1. ** New Fourth Army Jiangsu and Zhejiang Military Region Memorial Hall **: About 10 kilometers away, a national 4A-level scenic spot, to understand the history of the Anti-Japanese War in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, red research is very suitable; 2. ** Datang Gong Tea House **: About 20 kilometers away, a national 4A-level scenic spot, to understand the tribute tea culture of the Tang Dynasty, the ancient architectural style is very famous, and you can also experience the tea culture.