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Notable points about Taizhou

1. Taizhou, Zhejiang is the only city in China known for both its centuries-old medical tradition (origin of Southern Zhejiang medicine) and its modern dominance in private manufacturing enterprises.
2. Unlike Hangzhou or Ningbo, Taizhou maintains a rare balance of industrial might and coastal tranquility, with unspoiled beaches like Linhai and mountainous historical towns like Xianju.
3. The best time to visit Taizhou is in late spring (April–May) or early autumn (September–October), when the weather is mild and ideal for exploring its temples, gorges, and old towns.
4. Taizhou offers better value than major tourist cities—comfortable hotels and seafood feasts are affordable, making it a sweet spot for mid-range and budget travelers alike.
5. Join a traditional herbal medicine workshop in Jiaojiang District or visit the Taizhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum to connect deeply with the city’s healing legacy.
6. Don't miss the local specialty “Taizhou Three Treasures”—yellow croaker, mandarin fish, and Taizhou-style seaweed soup—best enjoyed at a waterfront restaurant in Luqiao.
7. The city is well-connected by high-speed rail and has a compact downtown; buses and DiDi are cheap, but renting a scooter in Linhai’s ancient city is perfect for immersive exploration.
8. Wenling's Stone Forest and Changyu Dongtian Sea Cave are hidden marvels that locals escape to for dramatic landscapes, without the crowds of better-known scenic spots.
9. Visitors should be aware that English is limited outside main areas, so translation apps are helpful; people are welcoming, but it’s respectful to avoid loud behavior at temples and traditional markets.
10. Hiking through the Taizhou Shenxianju Scenic Area, with its misty peaks and dramatic cliffside trails, is a surreal experience that leaves visitors awestruck and spiritually recharged.

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