Tianhe Scenic Area, (Nínghǎi Tiānhé Jǐngqū, 宁海天河景区) and to the south of Ningbo, abounds in natural beauty. Over 200 sq km (62 sq mi) of green valleys, cragged peaks, volcanic caves, emerald rivers and waterfalls. The scenic area's main geographical feature is Dasongxi Gorge (Dàsōngxī Xiágǔ, 大松溪峡谷), a gorge cut through the volcanic rock by Báixī (白溪), or the White River, that proves a popular spot for tourists to enjoy a lazy boat ride.

There are currently three areas developed for tourism, the Dasongxi Gorge area being one, where you can wander the forested paths or take a hike. At the Water Sports Area, take the boat to float down Baixi or take in the clean air and green flora of Twin Peaks Forest Park.

This is probably the best kept and largest nature reserve so close to the crowded Zhejiang coastline. It makes a great escape from the ever increasing urban landscapes of Ningbo, Shaoxing or Taizhou.

Stay outside the city and explore the Nanxi Hot Springs, also near Ninghai (Nínghǎi, 宁海).

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