Ningbo, China: Exploring Parks, Streets & Hidden Gems

This City is NOT What We Expected! | First Time in Ningbo, China ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ

Destination:ChinaProvince:ZhejiangCity:Ningbo
This City is NOT What We Expected! | First Time in Ningbo, China ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ
TriFate Lifestyle2024-11-0148 min

We are heading to a new city in China and giving you our first impressions of Ningbo China a city that we have never heard of until recently! We'll be exploring the beautiful parks and streets of China's major port city and wonder how is this China! This is one of China's lesser known cities and it's still so charming and still so modern and well kept. It's safe to say this is not what we expected in Ningbo China!.

We start our journey in Hangzhou China and go to one of the most famous restaurants in the city Grandma's Home! After munching that down we take a bullet train from Hangzhou to Ningbo China and start exploring the beautiful city of Ningbo! We stroll down the streets and walk through the famous Ningbo Moon Lake Park which was incredibly beautiful and continue to the Drum Tower Walking Street area of Ningbo as well. We chow down some of our favorite Chinese dumplings and make our way down the Chinese streets at night before heading back to our hotel which was the cheapest hotel in Ningbo!

--- TriFate Lifestyle
November 1, 2024, Autumn in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00Famous Restaurant in Hangzhou China
  2. 5:20Bullet Train to Ningbo China (A New City)
  3. 12:16Ningbo's Beautiful Lake Park
  4. 19:07Schools in China vs America
  5. 24:22Most Beautiful Park in China So Far
  6. 32:41Less Touristy Chinese Walking Street
  7. 36:14Can't Stop Eating Chinese Food
  8. 39:26Walking at Night in China
  9. 46:42Cheapest Hotel in Ningbo China

TriFate Lifestyle explores Ningbo, China, uncovering hidden gems and charming streets beyond expectations. A captivating journey filled with delightful surprises!

Travel Guides & Tips in this video

  1. Tip 1Hangzhou's Grandma's Home restaurant offers a cozy and unique dining experience. Try their beef and rice dishes, though the cheesy corn might be a miss. (2:10)
  2. Tip 2Ningbo's style of Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) differs from Shanghai's, offering a thicker, chewier texture with a unique flavor profile. (2:52)
  3. Tip 3Yu Juice, a popular drink advertised throughout Hangzhou train station, offers a tart, rather than sweet or sour taste, so manage your expectations. (5:36)
  4. Tip 4Ningbo offers cool islands to visit, including one with a Buddhist temple, but allow ample time for exploration as it's a considerable distance from the city center. (8:08)
  5. Tip 5Ningbo's streets offer a mix of bike lanes and pedestrian walkways, but be cautious of cyclists using the sidewalks. (12:00)
  6. Tip 6Moon Lake Park in Ningbo is a sprawling park with a main drag, a square with a street market, and many interesting features outside the main area. Allow sufficient time to explore. (14:02)
  7. Tip 7Ningbo High School is uniquely situated in the middle of Moon Lake, offering a remarkable and unusual setting for education. (20:05)
  8. Tip 8Ningbo has many moats, remnants of its history, adding to its unique character and charm. (24:27)
  9. Tip 9Ningbo is generally safe to walk around at night, unlike some other areas. Enjoy the peace and quiet. (40:02)
  10. Tip 10Budget-friendly hotels in Ningbo can be found for around $30, offering a comfortable and clean stay. (47:46)

TriFate Lifestyle's first Ningbo vlog subverts expectations! From Hangzhou's Grandma's Home restaurant, they bullet-train to Ningbo, exploring Moon Lake Park's beauty and the Drum Tower Walking Street's charm. Their budget hotel and surprising discoveries paint a vivid picture of this lesser-known Chinese city, defying initial perceptions and offering a unique travel experience.

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This City is NOT What We Expected! | First Time in Ningbo, China ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ

This vlog follows TriFate Lifestyle's journey to Ningbo, China, a city neither of them had heard of before. Their adventure begins in Hangzhou, where they dine at Grandma's Home, a famous restaurant known for its unique dishes. After a delicious meal featuring beef, rice, and a surprisingly bland cheesy corn dish, they board a bullet train to Ningbo.

Their first impressions of Ningbo are of a modern, well-kept city with beautiful parks and streets. They spend time strolling through Ningbo Moon Lake Park, admiring its beauty, and then head to the Drum Tower Walking Street area. Here, they sample delicious Chinese dumplings and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the city's streets at night.

The vlog also highlights the unexpected aspects of their trip. They encounter challenges navigating the train station and finding their budget hotel, which turns out to be conveniently located near the train station. They explore the city on foot, navigating busy streets and encountering interesting local sights.

Throughout their exploration, TriFate Lifestyle shares their personal observations and reactions to the city. They express their surprise at the city's cleanliness and modernity, contrasting it with their preconceived notions of Chinese cities. They also comment on the unique characteristics of Ningbo, highlighting its blend of traditional and modern elements.

The vlog concludes with a reflection on their short time in Ningbo, expressing their desire to return and explore the city more thoroughly in the future. They invite viewers to share their experiences with Ningbo and suggest other unique cities for them to visit in their future travels. The overall tone of the vlog is one of discovery, surprise, and appreciation for the unique charm of a lesser-known Chinese city.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What was the most memorable meal?
A: Definitely Grandma's Home in Hangzhou! The beef was amazing, but that cheesy corn... not so much!
Q: What surprised you most about Ningbo?
A: How clean and modern it was! And that super cheap hotel?
Q: What's the deal with the dumplings?
A: Oh man, those spicy ones were FIRE! But the first time, I shot one out my nose!

Ningbo, China: Exploring Parks, Streets & Hidden Gems

TriFate's Ningbo adventure: Unexpected charm, beautiful parks, delicious food, and a surprisingly delightful experience.

Ningbo Exploration: Moon Lake Park, Drum Tower Street, and Unexpected Discoveries

TriFate Lifestyle explores the unexpected charm of Ningbo, China, a city they'd never heard of before. Their journey begins in Hangzhou, enjoying a meal at the renowned Grandma's Home restaurant before taking a bullet train to Ningbo. They explore the city's beautiful parks and streets, including the stunning Moon Lake Park and the lively Drum Tower Walking Street. The vlog captures the city's blend of modernity and traditional charm, showcasing its lesser-known beauty and delicious food, culminating in a stay at Ningbo's cheapest hotel. It's a delightful discovery of a hidden gem in China.

Attractions in this video: Moon Lake Park, Drum Tower, Zhu Long Cave