Xitang Water Town Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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Overview
Xitang Water Town, also known as Xitang Ancient Town, is a hidden gem nestled in Jiashan County, Zhejiang Province, China. Unlike the more crowded water towns in China, Xitang retains its original ancient charm, with crisscrossing rivers, well-preserved old streets, unique covered corridors, and a slow-paced lifestyle that allows visitors to immerse themselves in the authentic Jiangnan water town culture. 

Basic Information of Xitang Water Town
Geographic Location & Overview
Xitang Water Town is located in the northeastern part of Zhejiang Province, adjacent to Shanghai and Hangzhou, with convenient transportation . It covers an area of about 1.04 square kilometers, with 9 rivers crisscrossing the town, dividing the town into 8 blocks connected by 27 bridges . As one of the birthplaces of ancient Wu and Yue culture, Xitang is famous for its unique water town architecture, simple folk customs and profound cultural heritage, and was listed as a national 5A-level scenic spot in 2011.

Climate & Best Travel Time
Xitang has a subtropical monsoon climate, with mild temperatures and abundant rainfall throughout the year.
· Summer: The average temperature in summer (June-August) is 25-30 degrees, which is hot and rainy.
· Winter: The average temperature in winter (December-February) is 3-8 degrees, which is cold and humid;
· spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November):  are the most comfortable seasons, with mild weather and pleasant scenery . The best travel time is from March to May (when the spring rain is misty, and the town is full of vitality) and from September to November (when the autumn is crisp, and the laurel flowers are fragrant).
· In addition: The night view of Xitang in summer is also very charming, and the Hanfu Culture Week held every November attracts a large number of Chinese and foreign tourists.

scenic Information
Xitang Scenic Area implements a combined ticket system, which includes 11 small scenic spots such as Xiyuan Garden, Zui Garden, Ni's Residence, and China Button Museum.

· Address:  No. 258 Nanyuan Road, Xitang Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Suggested stay time:  1-2 days
· Phone: +86-573-84567890
· Business hours:  Open all day from January 1st to December 31st every year
· Price:  Starting from RMB 95

Internal Transportation in Xitang
On Foot
The core area of Xitang Ancient Town is small, with crisscrossing bluestone roads and water lanes. Walking is the best way to experience the charm of the water town . You can walk along the misty rain corridor, appreciate the riverside dwellings, and stop to taste snacks or take photos at any time. It is recommended to wear comfortable flat shoes, because the bluestone roads are uneven and easy to slip.

Gondola
Taking a gondola is a must-experience project in Xitang, which allows you to appreciate the water town scenery from a unique perspective. The gondola is operated by the scenic area uniformly, and you need to buy a ticket with the scenic area ticket . The specific information is as follows (based on Ctrip data): 

· Ticket Price: Day tour: 100-150 yuan per boat (for 4 people); Night tour: 120 yuan per boat (30 minutes) . For individual tourists, you can share a boat with others, and the cost per person is about 30-40 yuan.
· Operating Hours: Day tour: 8:00-17:00; Night tour: 18:00-22:00 (the most charming time is 19:30-21:00, when all the red lanterns are on) .
· Departure Piers: East District and West District Entrances, Laifengqiao Pier, Wolongqiao Pier .
· Tips: On weekends and holidays, the number of tourists is large, and you may need to queue up. It is recommended to take a boat in the morning or evening to avoid the peak period.

Tricycle
Tricycles are available in the scenic area for short-distance travel, with a starting price of 10 yuan . It is suitable for tourists who are tired from walking or need to go from the parking lot to the scenic area entrance. It should be noted that you need to negotiate the price with the driver in advance to avoid being overcharged.

Top Attractions in Xitang
Core Must-Visit Attractions
Misty Rain Corridor (Yanyu Changlang)
As the iconic attraction of Xitang, the Misty Rain Corridor is a 1.3-kilometer-long riverside corridor shed, which is the longest riverside corridor in Chinese ancient towns . It was built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with a roof covering the bluestone road, which can shade the sun in sunny days and shelter from the rain in rainy days . It is also a filming location for the movie "Mission: Impossible III". 

· Address: Along the main river course in the core area of Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City .
· Opening Hours: 24 hours a day (free to visit, no need to buy an additional ticket; if you want to enter the small scenic spots along the corridor, you need to show the combined ticket).
· Highlights: Yongningqiao offers great photo views of corridor reflections and boats. Its misty mornings and lit lantern nights are picturesque. Shops and stalls along the corridor let you experience water town life.
· Contact Information: No independent contact information, you can call the Xitang Scenic Area Service Hotline: +86 573-84567890 (Chinese and simple English service).

Songzi Laifeng Bridge (Send Son to Phoenix Bridge)
Songzi Laifeng Bridge is a famous ancient bridge in Xitang, built in the Ming Dynasty, with a history of more than 400 years . It is a double bridge with a unique structure, and there is a folk custom: walking on the left side of the bridge is said to bring a son, and walking on the right side is said to bring a daughter, which attracts many tourists to try . In the evening, there will be a "fisherman's song at dusk" performance by the bridge.

· Address: Near the east entrance of Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City.
· Opening Hours: 24 hours a day (free to visit).
· Highlights: The bridge features hollow carvings, perfect for daytime water reflections and nighttime lantern-lit riverside photos. It’s ideal for viewing gondolas and sending postcards.
· Contact Information: No independent contact information, you can call the Xitang Scenic Area Service Hotline: +86 573-84567890.

Xiyuan Garden (West Garden)
Xiyuan Garden is a model of Jiangnan gardens in the Ming Dynasty, built in the Ming Dynasty and rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty . It covers an area of about 1,200 square meters, with rockeries, curved bridges, pavilions and ponds, showing the unique charm of Jiangnan gardens . It is a perfect place to wear Hanfu for photos.

· Address: No. 25, Xiyuan Road, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City.
· Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00 (winter to 16:30), closed on Mondays (except holidays).
· Ticket: Included in the combined ticket (95 yuan/person); separate ticket: 20 yuan/person.
· Highlights: Daily pingtan performances (14:00–15:30), a classic Jiangnan folk art. The garden has elegant rockeries, ponds and osmanthus trees that scent the air in autumn.
· Contact Information: +86 573-84562312 (Chinese service, simple English can be understood).

Small and Quiet Attractions
Zui Garden (Drunken Garden)
Zui Garden is a miniature Suzhou-style garden, built in the Qing Dynasty, with a quiet and elegant environment . It is themed on wine culture, and you can experience the traditional rice wine making process here . The garden is small but exquisite, with delicate window lattice carvings and winding paths, which is suitable for tourists who like quietness. 

· Address: No. 18, Shiban Road, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City.
· Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00 (winter to 16:30).
· Ticket: Included in the combined ticket.
· Highlights: The garden boasts exquisite traditional Chinese window lattice carvings. You can taste mellow local rice wine suitable for foreign tourists. With few visitors, it offers quiet Jiangnan garden scenery.
· Contact Information: +86 573-84561789 (Chinese service).

Ni's Residence (Ni Zhai)
Ni's Residence is a mansion of a wealthy merchant in the Republic of China, built in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, integrating Chinese and Western architectural styles . The mansion covers an area of about 1,000 square meters, with spacious courtyards, exquisite carvings and complete facilities, showing the wealth and status of the Ni family at that time . At night, the lanterns in the mansion are lit, creating a strong ancient atmosphere.

· Address: No. 35, Beizha Street, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City.
· Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00 (winter to 16:30).
· Ticket: Included in the combined ticket.
· Highlights: Enjoy Song Dynasty tea-making here. The mansion blends Chinese and Western architecture, with relics showing the life of wealthy merchants in the Republic of China.
· Contact Information: +86 573-84563210 (Chinese service).

Shipi Lane (Stone Skin Lane)
Shipi Lane is the narrowest lane in Xitang, 68 meters long and only 0.8 meters wide at the narrowest point, so you can only pass sideways . The lane is paved with bluestone slabs, and the walls on both sides are made of gray bricks, with a strong sense of history . At noon, the sun shines obliquely into the lane, creating a staggered light and shadow effect, which is very suitable for taking photos. 

· Address: Between Beizha Street and Shiban Road, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City.
· Opening Hours: 24 hours a day (free to visit).
· Highlights: This narrow lane has great depth for portraits, popular for photoshoots. Quiet and crowd-free, it retains the ancient town's original charm.
· Contact Information: No independent contact information, you can call the Xitang Scenic Area Service Hotline: +86-573-84567890.

Food & Drinks
Must-Try Snacks
Guan Laotai Stinky Tofu (Guan Laotai Choudoufu)
Guan Laotai Stinky Tofu is a time-honored snack in Xitang, with a history of more than 60 years. It is famous for its crispy outer skin and tender inner texture, and the special sweet and spicy sauce is its signature. It is a must-try snack for every tourist to Xitang. 

· Recommended store: Guan Laotai Stinky tofu (Xitang Store)
· Address: No. 54 Songting Street, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Phone: +86-18067052662
· Business hours: Monday to Sunday 08:00-17:00
· Price: 12 yuan per serving.

Xitang Euryale Ferox Cake (Xitang Qianshi Gao)
Euryale Ferox Cake is a characteristic traditional snack in Xitang, made of euryale ferox seeds, glutinous rice flour and sugar, with a soft and glutinous taste, not too sweet, and rich in nutrition. It is suitable for taking as a souvenir for relatives and friends. The most famous store is Laopinfang Euryale Ferox Cake Store, which has a history of more than 30 years and is highly recommended by Ctrip users.

· Recommended store: Forest Gorgeous Fruit Cake Shop
· Address: No. 18 Tangdong Street, Xitang Town, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Phone: +86-15105663620
· Business hours: 08:00-21:00
· Reference price: 21 yuan

Xitang Steamed Pork Slices with Glutinous Rice (Xitang Fen Zheng Rou)
Steamed Pork Slices with Glutinous Rice is a classic local dish in Xitang, which is made by steaming streaky pork with glutinous rice, soy sauce and other seasonings. The pork is tender and not greasy, and the glutinous rice is fragrant and glutinous, which is deeply loved by tourists. Lu Shi Wonton Store is a popular store recommended by Ctrip, which not only sells wontons but also makes authentic steamed pork slices with glutinous rice.

· Recommended store: Lao Ma Fen Steamed Meat (Xitang Ancient Town Store)
· Address: No. 53, South facing Dai, East End of Yanyu Corridor, Yongning Bridge North, Xitang Town, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Phone: 13736408339
· Business hours: 08:00-22:00

Local Drinks
Xitang Rice Wine (Xitang Laojiu)
Xitang Rice Wine is a traditional local wine with a history of more than 1,000 years, brewed with high-quality glutinous rice and spring water from the ancient town. It is mellow and mild, with an alcohol content of about 12-15 degrees, suitable for foreign tourists who are not good at drinking strong wine. Xitang Laojiu Fang is a time-honored brand recommended by Ctrip, where you can taste and buy rice wine.

· Recommended store: Xitang Old Liquor Specialty Store
· Address: No. 78 Xiangfu Road, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province (opposite Changle Hotel)
· Phone: +86-18868359997

Xitang Osmanthus Wine (Xitang Guihua Jiu)
Xitang Osmanthus Wine is another classic local drink, which is brewed with Xitang rice wine as the base, added with fresh osmanthus flowers and rock sugar. It has a light osmanthus fragrance and a sweet taste, with an alcohol content of about 8-10 degrees, which is lighter than rice wine and more suitable for female tourists and people who don't like strong alcohol. It is a popular souvenir and can be bought in many time-honored stores recommended by Ctrip.

· Recommended location: Xitang Liquor Culture Experience Hall
· Address: Xitang Ancient Town Scenic Area, Beizha Street, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province

Recommended Dinner Restaurants
Lin Xiao Restaurant - Taste of Old Xitang (Qian Yuman Branch)
Linxiao Restaurant and Lao Xitang Taste (Qian Yuman Branch) is a popular Jiangnan style restaurant in Xitang Ancient Town, specializing in local specialty dishes. It combines the advantages of retro environment and riverside landscape, and is a popular choice for tourists and locals to dine together.

· Address: No. 67 Xitang Tawan Street, Xitang Scenic Area, Xitang Town, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Phone: 18324365393
· Business hours: 10:30-14:00, 7:00-21:30

Yijiangnan · Benbang Cuisine · Garden Restaurant (Xitang Ancient Town Branch)

· Address: Shop A-17, Building 13, Xitang Puyue Garden, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Business hours: Monday to Friday 10:00-14:00 16:00-22:00  /   Saturday to Sunday 10:00-22:00
· Phone: +86-15024336688

Xitang Old Wine Culture Theme Restaurant Sky Garden Restaurant

· Address: Shop A-17, Building 13, Xitang Puyue Garden, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province
· Business hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-22:00
· Phone: +86-13758352839

Accommodation in Xitang
Luxury Hotels
Liangrang Hotel Xitang
It is located in the core area of Xitang East District, adjacent to the ancient town, covering an area of more than 40,000 square meters. It integrates Jiangnan humanistic charm with contemporary exquisite life aesthetics, and is known as a "living art museum". The hotel has 164 exquisite river-view rooms, with an area of 65-130 square meters, equipped with high-end facilities and thoughtful butler service, which is very suitable for tourists pursuing high-quality vacation experience.

· Address: No. 588 Zhenguan Road, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City (core area of Xitang East District, adjacent to Xitang Ancient Town).
· Check-in & Check-out Time: Check-in after 15:00, check-out before 12:00; 24-hour front desk service is available.
· Price: 2550-6450 yuan per night (weekday price); 2600-7000 yuan per night on holidays. 
· Highlights:The hotel boasts Naliang Court, an art pool by Ding Yi, leisure facilities, and a 3,000-mu organic manor. It has a Michelin Japanese restaurant Sushi Kintoki, Liangshan restaurant, and free butler services including luggage handling and travel consultation.
· Contact Information: +86 573-84567777 (Chinese and simple English service available).

Xitang Rangju Hotel
The Xitang Rangju Hotel, in the form of a brand new "Sky Villa Vacation Villa," is located on the third floor (top floor) of buildings 3, 5, 7, 8, and 9 on the north bank of Xitang East District. It is like a new floating garden in the Jiangnan sky, with 40 independent villas scattered in a staggered manner, allowing people to experience a park visit experience while walking.

· Address: 598 Zhenguan Road, Xitang Town, Jiashan, Zhejiang Province
· Check in and check-out time: Check in after 14:00 and check-out before 12:00; Provide 24-hour butler service, free luggage handling, and free ancient town tour guide service (advance reservation required).
· Price: around 2000 yuan
· Highlight:Natural wood and garden greenery define the villa's space. Simple, soft-toned furniture creates a calm, relaxing atmosphere, shielding guests from outside hustle.
· Contact information:+86-573-84267777 (providing Chinese and English services).

Keyuan Homestay Xitang
Located in the core area of Xitang Ancient Town, adjacent to Bar Street, Yanyu Corridor and Hanfu Street. As a recommended homestay of Zhejiang "Zheyun Thousand Homestays" in 2024, a top ten heartwarming homestay in Zhejiang Province and a provincial silver homestay, it covers an area of ten mu and has a Su-style garden, integrating traditional Jiangnan architecture with modern luxury facilities, creating a quiet and poetic living environment.

· Address: No. 21, Lane 30, Beizha Street, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City (core area of the ancient town, 4 minutes' walk from Songzi Laifeng Bridge).
· Check-in & Check-out Time: Check-in after 14:00, check-out before 12:00; 24-hour butler service and free luggage handling service are available.
· Price: 1680-3980 yuan per night (weekday price); 1880-4580 yuan per night on holidays. The price includes two breakfasts and a free ancient town tour guide service; additional breakfast is 88 yuan per person (free for children under 1.2 meters).
· Highlights: It has a Su-style garden, Jiangnan-style rooms with premium facilities, and offers free Hanfu experience, boat service, photography help and butler tips, providing a peaceful water-town stay.· Contact Information: +86-573-84562345 (Chinese service, simple English communication available).

Comfortable Hotels
Yanyu Jiangnan voco Hotel Xitang
located outside Xitang Ancient Town, adjacent to Tangjia Lane Entrance, separated from the scenic area by a wall. The hotel adopts a new Chinese style decoration, integrating modern comfort with Jiangnan style, with complete supporting facilities and a beautiful environment, suitable for tourists who prefer a quiet environment and convenient transportation.

· Address: Near Tangjia Lane Entrance, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City (outside the scenic area, adjacent to the ancient town).
· Check-in & Check-out Time: Check-in after 14:00, check-out before 12:00; 24-hour front desk service is available.
· Price: 300-480 yuan per night (weekday price); 400-600 yuan per night on holidays. The price includes two breakfasts; additional breakfast is 30 yuan per person.
· Highlights: River-view rooms with beautiful night views; new, clean and comfortable. Free parking, Wi-Fi and laundry. 5-minute walk to scenic area. Top luxury hotel in Xitang with high cost-performance.
· Contact Information: +86-573-84569876 (Chinese service, can provide English menu and simple travel consultation).

Yiman Hotel Xitang
Located in the core area of Xitang Huaxiang within the ancient town, only 2 minutes' walk from Songzi Laifeng Bridge and Yanyu Corridor. Positioned as a mid-to-high-end art hotel, the hotel takes retro Republic of China style as the main decoration tone, integrating modern beauty and a sense of technology, with artistic designs everywhere, making it not only an accommodation space but also an art experience space.

· Address: Xitang Huaxiang, Xitang Ancient Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing City (core area of the ancient town, near Starbucks and KFC).
· Check-in & Check-out Time: Check-in after 14:00, check-out before 12:00; 24-hour front desk service and free luggage storage service are available.
· Price: 413-680 yuan per night (weekday price); 580-880 yuan per night on holidays. The price includes two breakfasts; additional breakfast is 48 yuan per person (free for children under 1.2 meters).
· Highlights: Rooms feature high-end amenities for comfort. The hotel offers dining and leisure facilities, is near scenic spots and snack streets, and staff speak basic English.
· Contact Information: +86 573-84568899 (Chinese service, simple English communication available).

The Qipu Tang Yinshu Hotel
The Qipu Tang Yinshu Hotel (located within the Xitang Town scenic area) focuses on the new Chinese style that is popular among domestic and foreign tourists. Yinshu Hotel abandons the traditional definition of a hotel and combines the Xitang homestay style with a new type of Chinese style hotel, offering both the charm of Xitang homestay and the services of emerging hotels.  

· Address: No. 22 Puyue Garden, North Entrance of Xitang Ancient Town, Xiding Road, Xitang Town, Jiashan, Zhejiang Province
· Check in and check-out time: Check in after 14:00 and check-out before 12:00; Provide 24-hour butler service, free luggage handling, and free ancient town tour guide service (advance reservation required).
· Price: Starting from 500 yuan
· Highlight: Nestled in Xitang Ancient Town (AAAAA scenic area), the hotel lies in Xitang Flower Lane Villa Area, 100 meters from the north entrance, blending ancient town charm with urban seclusion.
· Contact information: +86-15355215918 (providing Chinese and English services).

Practical Tips
· Language Communication: Most locals in Xitang speak Xitang dialect and Mandarin. Few locals can speak fluent English, but the staff in scenic spots, large restaurants and hotels can communicate in simple English. It is recommended to download a Chinese-English translation app (such as WeChat Translate, Baidu Translate) in advance, which can help you communicate with locals smoothly. In addition, you can prepare small cards with common words (such as "how much is it?", "where is the toilet?") written in Chinese and English.

· Payment Method: Mobile payment is very popular in Xitang. Almost all stores (including small snack stalls), scenic spots and transportation vehicles support Alipay and WeChat Pay. Foreign tourists can bind their international credit cards to Alipay or WeChat Pay to make payments. It is recommended to exchange a small amount of cash (500-1000 yuan) in advance, because a few small stalls may not support mobile payment, and cash is also convenient for tipping (optional, not mandatory).

· Dress Suggestions:
- Spring (March-May): The weather is mild, with occasional light rain. It is recommended to wear a thin jacket, long-sleeved shirt and comfortable flat shoes. You can bring a light umbrella or raincoat.
- Summer (June-August): Hot and rainy, wear cool and breathable short-sleeved clothes and shorts, and prepare a sun hat, sunscreen and mosquito repellent (there are many mosquitoes by the river).
- Autumn (September-November): Cool and pleasant, wear a thin sweater or jacket and flat shoes.
- Winter (December-February): Cold and humid, wear a down jacket, sweater and warm shoes.
· Note: The bluestone roads in the ancient town are uneven and easy to slip when wet, so flat shoes are a must.

· Items to Bring: 
- ID Documents: Passport (must be carried, required for ticket purchase, accommodation and other procedures);
- Electronic Products: Power bank, charger, camera (to record the beautiful scenery of the water town);
- Daily Necessities: Sunscreen, mosquito repellent, umbrella/raincoat, toiletries (some budget hotels may not provide complete toiletries);
- Medicine: Common medicines such as cold medicine, diarrhea medicine, band-aids (it is not convenient to buy foreign-language medicines locally);
- Others: A small backpack (to carry snacks and personal items), comfortable water bottle (you can fill water in scenic spots and restaurants).

· Local Customs & Etiquette:
- When taking photos of locals or their houses, it is polite to ask for their permission first to avoid causing misunderstandings.
- When taking a gondola, do not stand up or shake the boat to ensure safety; do not throw garbage into the river to protect the water environment.
- During the Hanfu Culture Week (November), if you see tourists wearing Hanfu, you can take photos politely, but do not disturb them.
- When eating in restaurants, do not waste food; it is polite to say "thank you" after receiving food or service.

· Safety Tips:
- Keep your passport, cash, mobile phone and other valuables properly to avoid loss.
- The bluestone roads are slippery in rainy days, so walk carefully.
- Do not take unlicensed tricycles or gondolas to avoid being overcharged or having safety hazards.
- The river in the ancient town is deep, do not get close to the river bank casually, especially with children.
- In case of emergency, call the police at 110 or the scenic area service hotline +86 573-84567890 (simple English service is available).

FAQs
Q: Is the Xitang combined ticket valid for multiple entries?
A: Yes. The adult combined ticket (95 yuan/person) is valid for 3 days, and you can enter the scenic area multiple times within 3 days. However, the 11 small scenic spots included in the combined ticket can only be visited once per ticket.

Q: Can foreign tourists get a discount on Xitang tickets?
A: At present, the discount tickets and free tickets of Xitang Scenic Area are mainly for Chinese citizens (such as students, the elderly, etc.). Foreign tourists can only purchase adult tickets or night tickets. However, you can get a 5-10 yuan discount by purchasing tickets in advance on Ctrip or other official platforms.

Q: Can I share a gondola with other tourists?
A: Yes. For individual tourists, you can share a gondola with other tourists. The cost per person is about 30-40 yuan (day tour) and 30 yuan (night tour). The scenic area staff will help you arrange a shared boat, or you can find other tourists to share a boat by yourself.

Q: Are there any English menus in Xitang restaurants?
A: Most large restaurants (such as Laopinfang Restaurant) and hotels can provide English menus upon request. Small snack stalls and local small restaurants usually only have Chinese menus, but you can use a translation app to translate, or point to the pictures on the menu to order.

Q: What time is the best time to take a gondola to enjoy the night view?
A: The best time is from 19:30 to 21:00. At this time, all the red lanterns in the ancient town are lit, and the lights reflect on the river, creating a poetic and charming scene. It is recommended to avoid the peak period (18:30-19:30) to reduce queuing time.

Q: Can I visit Xitang for free?
A: You can visit the block for free during the free admission period, but you cannot enter the 11 small scenic spots included in the combined ticket. The free admission periods are: working days (before 8:00 and after 17:00); weekends/holidays (before 8:00 and after 21:00).