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1 hour direct from Chengdu! Salt Capital Zigong citywalk guide to check in 6 attractions for free

There’s a hidden treasure town around Chengdu — Zigong 🚄 1 hour direct, with triple buffs of a thousand-year-old salt capital + hometown of dinosaurs + kingdom of lanterns, weekend citywalk here is simply legendary! Choose any 6 from 12 essential check-in spots, and you can exchange for a commemorative medal at the Lantern Museum 🏅 Stroll through ancient towns, see intangible cultural heritage, show off delicious food, and get the best value for your trip~ 🌟 Must-visit highlights - Lantern Museum (free): A visual feast in Lantern Park! Large and small lantern displays shine brilliantly, every photo is atmospheric, even more stunning at night - Salt Industry History Museum (30 RMB): The salt capital’s secrets hidden in Qing Dynasty architecture, ancient salt well drilling techniques are fascinating, educational and photogenic - Shenhai Well (25 RMB): A living thousand-year-old salt well! Watch the traditional salt-making process on site, the immersive experience of the big crane drawing brine is amazing - Xianshi Ancient Town (free): A 1,400-year-old pristine ancient town, with bluestone roads and flying eaves roofs full of charm, 5 RMB to climb the viewing platform for a panoramic view, very little commercialization 📍 2-day minimalist itinerary Day 1: Chengdu → Shenhai Well → Salt Industry History Museum → Lantern Museum → Henghou Palace → Wangye Temple (stop by for delicious food) Day 2: Zigong Wall check-in → “I am in Zigong” landmark → Deep tour of Xianshi Ancient Town → Return trip 🌶️ Foodies must-try dishes Zigong cuisine is truly addictive! Fresh pot rabbit is spicy and satisfying, cold-eaten rabbit gets more flavorful the more you chew, fiery kidney slices are tender and juicy, plus the salty and savory Fushun tofu pudding, every bite is a feast for your taste buds~ Take advantage of the holiday with family and friends to experience the thousand-year salt culture, unlock intangible heritage lanterns, check in and get a medal—who can resist such a short trip? Get it planned now ✌🏻
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Posted: Nov 19, 2025
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