Xiangxi Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Fenghuang Ancient Town Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Phoenix Ancient City Night View| Border Town under the pen of Shen Congwen
|Border Town under the pen of Shen Congwen. 'A bend of Tuojiang River, a Phoenix city.'
A slight mist is diffused, three thousand bright lights are brilliant, so this is the border town under the pen of Mr. Shen Congwen...
Rush to the Phoenix Ancient City in western Hunan to see the 'Border Town' under the pen of Shen Congwen. The majestic ancient city wall, the neat stilted buildings, the smooth bluestone roads, the Yao girls by the Tuojiang River... These are the first impressions of the Phoenix Ancient City. Phoenix is located in western Hunan, and is a county where ethnic minorities such as Miao and Tujia are mainly concentrated.
This place has a long history and was once called 'the land of barbarians', but a 'Border Town' has pushed this ancient city to the world.
Today's Phoenix is the 'most beautiful small city in China' in the mouth of New Zealand writer Rewi Alley and the 'Painting Township' under the pen of painter Huang Yongyu, which is comparable to the ancient city of Lijiang in Yunnan and the ancient city of Pingyao in Shanxi.
'Wait for a city of misty rain, just for you; cross a lifetime of love, only with you'
'I have walked over many bridges in my life, seen clouds many times, drunk many kinds of wine, but only loved a person at the best age'
Perhaps many people like Shen Congwen because of this sentence. And because of his 'Border Town', they fell in love with Phoenix.
PRINCE PETERSON
Phoenix Ancient Town, Hunan
1: You can basically finish touring the ancient town by walking and taking photos for half a day, but the day and night views each have their own charm. The daytime view is antique, and the night view is gorgeous and dazzling. It is recommended to stay for 1 day and 1 night, arrive at noon, and leave at noon the next day is ideal. If you want to experience the Miao nationality or surrounding attractions, you can spend more time.
2 Phoenix transportation: The high-speed rail station Phoenix Ancient Town, the nearest airport is in Tongren, Guizhou, 100% recommended to arrive by high-speed rail. The high-speed rail station is only 20 to 30 yuan away from the ancient town or the city. It is difficult to call a network car at the high-speed rail station. Follow the signs in the high-speed rail station to the taxi point (do not exit the station), and it is easy to get a taxi.
3 Be cautious: The maglev train at the high-speed rail station, 19 yuan per person to Phoenix Ancient Town, if there are more than 2 people, it is more cost-effective to take a taxi. And it's not easy to drag suitcases in the ancient town, it's best to take a taxi to the nearest entrance and exit.
Phoenix has 3 main attractions: Tuojiang River, ancient town, Miao Village
, the scenic spot pass, the boat tour ticket can ask the homestay owner, or the one-day tour store in the ancient town, it's very convenient.
Avoid thunder in the scenic spot: People who pull people to the scenic spot on the road, the scenic spot is not so good, there may be various places to add money on the way.
Accommodation:
The homestays in the ancient town are all renovated old buildings, and the sound insulation effect is definitely not good, but the scenery along the river is very good, and you can also drink tea and enjoy the scenery in the homestay when it rains.
People with poor sleep are advised to live outside the ancient town! Otherwise, the music of the bars along the river will not be turned off until 11:30 in the evening, and you will be woken up by the horns of the tour group and the scenic spot at 7 o'clock the next morning.
The ancient city tourism department does not manage well. Since it attracts tourists with the gimmick of the city that never sleeps, there is no need to get up so early to live in the ancient city. Traveling is not military training.
Travel photography in the ancient city has become a standard part of travel. Most travel photography shops can or , compare the sample pictures and prices of several shops. We found a full set of 299, including 10 retouched and 30 negatives. Go there at noon to make up and change clothes, then play in the ancient city, and arrange for the photographer to shoot before the lights are turned on at night, so that you can shoot both day and night views.
The "photographer" who takes your candid photos on the road and then sells the photos to you, most of these do not have a few fixed cooperative travel photography shops
The basics along the river in the ancient city are expensive and not delicious. If you are hungry while shopping, you can eat some snacks to fill your stomach. The homestay owner recommended "Wanmuzhai" on the edge of the ancient city. We think it's pretty good, the price is right, the portion is enough, and the taste is not bad. We ate two meals and recommend chopped pepper fish head, blood duck, and bamboo shoots stir-fried with bacon.
There are also comments on what to avoid in the comment area
HAZEL BERRY
Appointment with the screen: reshaping classic scenes, leaving beautiful moments like a TV drama
Phoenix Ancient Town, like a pearl embedded in the mountains and waters of Hunan, is a small town full of historical vicissitudes. Ancient buildings, tranquil Tuojiang River, stone alleys, every step is a symphony of time. In this quiet and beautiful city, let us unveil its mysterious veil together.
Detailed address:
Phoenix County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province
Ticket price:
Phoenix Ancient Town ticket: 120 yuan/person (including core scenic spots and related attractions)
Transportation strategy:
Airplane: Arrive at Phoenix Airport, you can choose a taxi or bus to the ancient town.
Train: After arriving at Jishou Station, transfer to a bus, taxi or tourist bus to Phoenix Ancient Town.
The temperature in Phoenix in December is relatively low, cool in the morning and evening, and more pleasant during the day. It is recommended to bring a warm jacket, and you may need some thick clothes at night.
It is recommended to wear warm but lightweight clothing and bring a warm jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are a must for strolling in the ancient town.
Travel advice:
Time planning: Enter the ancient town around 8 o'clock in the morning, avoid the peak of tourists, and better feel the tranquility of the ancient town.
Stroll in the alley: Walk along the bluestone alley and discover the hidden beauty and stories in the ancient town.
Taste food: Try local snacks and feel the unique charm of Tujia cuisine.
Check-in photo spots:
Stilted building group: The representative of Tujia architecture, the picturesque stilted building is an excellent background for taking pictures.
Tuojiang scenery: The beautiful scenery on the side of Tuojiang River, the quiet river reflects the buildings of the ancient town, it is a good place to shoot scenery.
Waterfall Tuojiang night view: The ancient town is brightly lit at night, and the night view on the side of Tuojiang River is intoxicating.
Itinerary arrangement:
Morning: Stroll along the Tuojiang River and feel the quiet morning atmosphere.
Morning: Visit the core scenic area, including stilted building groups, Tusi City, etc.
Lunch: Taste local food and feel the taste of Tujia.
Afternoon: Visit Qianhu Miao Village and learn more about ethnic minority culture.
Evening: Enjoy the sunset by the Tuojiang River and take beautiful pictures of the dusk.
Small tips:
You can choose to hire a local guide to better understand Tujia culture. Before renting costumes and hiring photographers, clarify the price to avoid subsequent disputes.
Choose to play on weekdays to avoid the peak of people flow on weekends or holidays.
Some merchants may sell souvenirs at high prices, it is recommended to understand the market situation first.
If you want to rent costumes and hire photographers in Phoenix Ancient Town, it will be a unique and unforgettable experience.
Stroll around the ancient town at night and feel the tranquility and beauty of the night.
If there are local special activities, you might as well participate in them, understand Tujia culture and add some fun
nigella.the.shigella
Phoenix Ancient City, an extraordinary journey
My first step into the beautiful land of Hunan - Phoenix Ancient City, this is an extraordinary journey. The long-distance bus ran through half a day and night, and finally at six o'clock in the morning, I arrived in Changsha.
After the exhaustion of the long journey, after a period of rest, we finally came to the embrace of this ancient city. At noon, we settled down in the homestay and enjoyed the food. Although the homestays in the ancient city are not satisfactory, the choices of takeaways are not unique, and what's more, we have trouble finding an ideal delivery location, which really brings a lot of trouble.
After lunch, we decided to take a rest and replenish our energy to welcome the upcoming exploration journey. At five o'clock in the afternoon, we started our exploration of the ancient city. Although it was drizzling outside, it did not stop our exploration. The ancient city at night is cool and pleasant, and such weather is really refreshing.
Of course, the trip to the ancient city cannot be without taking beautiful photos. We randomly chose a shop in the ancient city. Although the crowd was bustling, the shop assistants seemed a bit rushed, and the makeup and styling might not be exquisite, but the overall effect was still good. The price is reasonable, we chose to travel and shoot. Although the photographer's photos have not yet been developed, the photos we took ourselves are also quite good. The models are very satisfied with the effect of the photos and can't help but laugh.
However, I want to remind everyone that the night of the ancient city is indeed crowded. Looking for beauty in such an environment is like finding a needle in a haystack. Therefore, I chose to leave during the day and enjoy the cool time with my friends. Overall, this trip, in addition to the time for taking pictures that made me happy, the scenery of the ancient city is also quite charming. This city is the shooting location of the fairy sword, and I am full of love for it.
TravelBurst
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Furong Town Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
A day tour guide to Furong Town, the 'border town' hanging on the waterfall is absolutely beautiful
Furong Town, a thousand-year-old town hanging on a waterfall~
The first time I heard her name was from Liu Xiaoqing's classic movie 🎥 'Furong Town',
Coming here, I realized how spectacular and beautiful she is❗️
1. **Waterfall Night View**:
- **Feature**: Must-see attraction, especially more spectacular at night, the waterfall is colorful and beautiful.
2. **Five-mile Stone Slab Ancient Street**:
- **Feature**: The location for the movie 'Furong Town', full of old-time flavor, the rice tofu on the old street is a check-in place in the movie.
3. **Tujia Architecture**:
- **Feature**: Explore the unique architecture of the Tujia ethnic group, Tujia stilted buildings, Tuwang Bridge, Baitang and other historical buildings let you feel the Tujia ethnic style.
4. **Tusi Culture**:
- **Feature**: Visit Tusi Mansion and Palace, understand Tusi culture, and appreciate the historical style.
5. **Ethnic Activities**:
- **Feature**: Experience ethnic activities, such as Xiangxi Mud Carnival, and enjoy lively and exciting programs.
6. **Location and Transportation**:
- **Location**: Wang Village, Yongshun County, Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Xiangxi, Jishou.
- **Transportation**: It is recommended to drive by yourself, or you can take a bus from Jishou Railway Station.
7. **Tickets and Precautions**:
- **Tickets**: You need to buy a scenic spot package ticket, about 108 yuan/person.
Visiting Furong Town, you will feel the simple charm of the ancient town, appreciate the Tujia culture, and spend a happy time with your family.🌄📸
SeraphinaQuintessa890@
High-speed rail direct! The thousand-year-old ancient town hanging on the waterfall made me cry!
I have been watching the waterfall in the mountains for a long time, always fantasizing about being able to live in a place surrounded by mountains and rivers, as if it is a real paradise ^_^
In front of us in China, there is indeed such a place that can realize this wish. This is an ancient and pleasant border town that has experienced a thousand years of history, surrounded by water and the waterfall runs through the entire town.
When night falls, the scattered lights are like a galaxy in the world, and the dreamy waterfall is even more colorful.
This land once became famous because of a movie by famous director Xie Jin, and was renamed for this reason. This place is Furong Town in Xiangxi, Hunan, a severely underestimated niche attraction.
Take advantage of the good season of autumn, why not pack up and set off!
If you choose high-speed rail , you can get off at the "Furong Town" high-speed rail station, and then take a taxi for a few minutes to arrive, or drive to the "Furong Town Tourist Service Center" or "Furong Town Scenic Area Tianze Parking Lot" (the latter requires a ticket purchase first).
The ticket price is 108 yuan/person, valid for 3 days, unlimited entry and exit. The recommended tour route is the entrance of the scenic spot ➡️ Baitang ➡️ Xizhou Copper Column ➡️ Tuwang Bridge ➡️ Tingtao Road Ancient Street ➡️ Guanpu Terrace Yinan Theater ➡️ Huashao Camping Base ➡️ Chushu Tongjin ➡️ Furong Town Big Waterfall ➡️ Viewing Gallery Bridge ➡️ City Gate Wharf ➡️ Wuli Stone Street ("Furong Town" movie location, Liu Xiaoqing's tofu shop)
The special performance time is 9:00-22:00, the scenic spot continuously performs "Flowers Bloom and Furong·Bisca's Carnival", allowing you to appreciate the charm of the Tujia culture. The viewing platform at night is a night view not to be missed. The lights start at 19:30, and you can check in with the same pose as Yang Mi.
In terms of accommodation, the price of homestays in the peak season is slightly expensive, and the price of waterfall-viewing rooms is above 350 yuan; accommodation outside the scenic area is more affordable, and parking is also more convenient.
In terms of food, there are all kinds of special Xiangxi pickles, Liu Xiaoqing's tofu, stir-fried bamboo shoots, hot and sour noodles, rice wine, osmanthus fish, bacon, etc.
In addition, the directly operated Tufeng Miaoyun Boutique Shop in the scenic area (opposite the Furong Grand View at the entrance of the scenic area) provides special products with Xiangxi style, such as secret T-shirts, sunny and rainy umbrellas, silverware, dolls, etc.
DAHLIA DANIELS
Furong Town at night is 🔥
The scenery in this town , furong town is spectacular.
it was super exciting seeing the ancient town and its lights were awesome with breathtaking views. we spent the night there and stayed in a cool inn which was super clean. i loved every bit of it , the city is so peaceful#naturalwonders the waterfalls and lights are colorful at night and one would even want to spent the whole night walking around the place . its got the best night view and pictures the were perfect there was just automatic lighting which made the view to be just awesome
#bucketlistreboot#passionpassport #staycation #gooutside #awesomepic #nightlife##
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Lorainne
Furong Town at night!🌟
The scenery in Furong Town at night is incredibly extraordinary, the whole town and waterfalls are illuminated with colourful lights which are astonishing. We were flying our drone and we were super excited seeing the ancient town from above, the views were breathtaking. After spending the night there, we fell in love with this magical place❤️
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Mount Villa by T Residence Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Check in at the only hotel in Fenghuang Ancient City with a panoramic infinity pool!!!
You always have to come and see the border town described by Shen Congwen.
Take a look at the Chang'an City that Mao Mao has longed for, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, stroll through the old streets and alleys, and feel the original appearance of life❤️
Choosing the right hotel for travel can make you feel comfortable both physically and mentally.
I was attracted by the design of this hotel from the pictures. The combination of light and shadow architecture and nature exudes a sense of simplicity and sophistication. Only later did I learn that the owner of the hotel is a master of international design from the Polytechnic University of Milan, Italy, and he personally designed the hotel, as well as the Fenghuang high-speed railway station.
I was quite lucky to meet the owner at the hotel by chance, and learned that Fenghuang holds his childhood memories, and the hotel also incorporates his hometown sentiment. There are many special details about Fenghuang, such as the paper 'Auspicious Masters' representing the intangible cultural heritage of Fenghuang, and each room has a copy of 'Jiao Ye Chen Meng', which touched me because everyone knows Shen Congwen, but few may know the epic love story of Xiangxi King 'Chen Quzhen' and the Tibetan girl Xi Yuan.
Details like these also move me, giving me a feeling that 'the hotel itself is the destination'.
Of course, the hotel's hardware facilities and services are also very impressive, including a tea room, a small bar, a courtyard, a swimming pool, a gym, a laundry room, and even a parting gift when you leave!
The hotel also has its own parking lot🅿️!!! This is very important because many hotels in Fenghuang do not have parking lots, and it is difficult to find parking spaces.
Benjamin Kingsley
I've stayed at this designer boutique hotel in Fenghuang Ancient Town with my girlfriends for 3 times
After frequent visits to Fenghuang Ancient Town, I've stayed at different places each time, including by the river and in the alleys of the old town, but this hotel has been the most satisfying. I stayed for 3 nights in a row, and I'll head straight here next time I visit!
🎢Here are some tips I've gathered:
1⃣️Don't stay in the riverside alleys, the scenery is nice but it's too noisy
2⃣️It's best to stay near the Tourist Center, it's close to everywhere in the ancient town~
2⃣️It only takes a few minutes to walk to attractions like Nanhua Mountain, Cui Cui Cruise, and Rainbow Bridge 🚶♀️
3⃣️It's just a ten-minute taxi ride to Qiliang Cave and Nanhua Bridge 🚗
🏨Hotel features:
⛰️The owner is a designer who returned from overseas, and the hotel has a very sophisticated style! The room we stayed in had a 5-meter long bathtub, and looking out the window from the room was like viewing a scroll of landscape ink painting. There are also rooms with private hot springs, but unfortunately, they were occupied when we were there 😭
⚠️It only takes half an hour to fill the bathtub, and it's really comfortable to soak in the bath while watching TV and snacking. After the bath, it's also a great spot for taking photos, the results are yyds‼️
🎁Surprise Tips:
✔️Breakfast can be delivered to the room
✔️The rooftop has the only constant temperature infinity pool in Fenghuang Ancient Town, offering a panoramic view of the city
✔️You can have afternoon tea and cook tea by the stove on the rooftop, which is also a great spot for taking photos 📷
✔️The soundproofing and blackout are great, it's not noisy at all at midnight 🎺
CuriousWanderlust
Phoenix! In the ancient city!! I lived in my dream love room!!
Just checked out... I really can't help but share it!!
I stayed in my favorite hotel while traveling in Phoenix!
It's right next to the ancient city! It's very convenient to go anywhere!
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The hotel's decoration is my favorite style! Every place reveals the clever design! The bar counter on the 3rd & 4th floor, the constant temperature infinity pool, the courtyard... Sitting around the stove and boiling tea in the afternoon, it's really atmospheric~
Check-in and get afternoon tea! The hotel is also equipped with a gym, laundry room, self-service breakfast! There are souvenirs when leaving the store! The room we stayed in was warm and comfortable! The bedding is high-end and soft, it's really comfortable to lie down, the bathroom is also separated from wet and dry, disposable supplies are fully equipped! We just don't want to leave...
MALEAH LEE
This design hotel in the ancient city of Phoenix is too good to stay in!
I recommend this hotel to all sisters who are going to travel to Phoenix, it's worth crying 😭
✅It is located at the entrance of the scenic area of the ancient city of Phoenix, it is very convenient to go to the ancient city, and there is a shopping mall next to it, it is very convenient for eating, drinking and having fun!
✅It is a unique building with an antique flavor, there is a large terrace upstairs, there is a constant temperature infinity pool on the terrace, there is a cocktail 🍹 bar, and you can also gather with a few friends to make tea around the stove, standing on the terrace You can overlook the entire cityscape, it's so beautiful 😭😭
✅The hotel is fully equipped, with high-end restaurants, laundry rooms, gyms, meeting rooms, tea rooms, etc.
✅The front desk brothers and sisters provide super enthusiastic service, there is also a Mercedes-Benz car pick-up service, and help with luggage 🧳 off the car!
There is a free underground parking lot in their house, which is so rare in the ancient city!
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NEVAEH BENSON
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Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Border Town Tea Tuo - A Three-Day Two-Night Travel Guide to Three Provinces with One Step
Border Town Tea Tuo A Three-Day Two-Night Travel Guide to Three Provinces with One Step
Step into the real border town described by Shen Congwen - Border Town Tea Tuo, located at the junction of Hunan, Guizhou, and Chongqing provinces, known as a summer retreat treasure where you can 'step across three provinces'
Location: Tea Tuo Ancient Town Scenic Area, Huayuan County, Xiangxi
🎫 Ticket: Free for the ancient town, La La Ferry (Hunan-Chongqing) ¥2, boat trip (step across three provinces) ¥25
🅿 Parking: There is a parking lot in the ancient town ¥40/vehicle (3 days and 2 nights)
Transportation:
Self-driving: Depart from Guilin, take the Baomao Expressway
High-speed train: Take a train to Jishou, then a bus to Huayuan County, and finally a bus to the border town
🇨🇳 Border Town Itinerary:
✅ 3 days and 2 nights in Border Town Tea Tuo, per capita ¥1000
💫Day1: Depart from Guilin at 13:00→Arrive at the border town at 19:30→Check into a homestay (Xiangxing Mansion)→Go downstairs for about 5m and have dinner at the Three Provinces Restaurant (ate corner fish, combining the spiciness of Hunan, the numbness of Chongqing, and the sourness of Guizhou)
💫Day2:
🎈7:30-9:00: Opposite the homestay is Cuicui Island, go downstairs to the riverside to capture the full view of the border town with a drone→Breakfast
🎈9:00-11:10: Walk along the river to Cuicui's former residence→White Pagoda→Return to Tea Tuo Ancient Pier
🎈11:30-15:30: La La Ferry→Tri-provincial junction photo spot (20-minute walk), you can choose to take a small boat in the Xishui River, passing through three provinces (Guizhou, Hunan, Chongqing), and take photos at the tri-provincial junction, ticket price ¥25 (peak season), return to La La Ferry and directly stop at the opposite (Chongqing) Hong'an Ancient Town→Southeastern Chongqing Gate→Liu Deng Memorial Square→Hong'an Old Street→Quotations Tower→Three No-Care Island→Lunch (Chongqing hotpot)
🎈15:30-16:30: Return to Tea Tuo Ancient Town→Tea time→Rest at the homestay
🎈19:00-22:30: Sunset glow→Dinner→Listen to songs at a small tavern
💫Day3: Check in along the way to beautiful scenery→Breakfast→Hanging Road (ticket ¥68/person)→Aizhai Bridge→Guilin
Food Recommendations: Sour and spicy corner fish, oil cake, rice tofu, fried potato flowers, sticky rice crust, barbecue, beef noodles/soup, Chongqing hotpot
Overall Experience: Border Town is suitable for walking tours, the scenic area is not highly commercialized, prices are reasonable, and the place is clean and orderly. The town is naturally simple and leisurely, it is the prototype location of Shen Congwen's famous novel 'Border Town', and the ethnic Tujia and Miao style in the ancient town is unique. The waterside scenery along the river is like a Jiangnan ink painting no matter how you photograph it, and you must experience the 'Three No-Care Island' and 'La La Ferry'!
📽 Here you have old streets, natives, a lively atmosphere, and a slow life like small bridges and flowing water! Cuicui Island is currently being renovated and is more modernized;
🎞 The true beauty of Border Town is actually the beauty of Shen Congwen's beautiful words, as well as the beauty of kind and simple human nature and first love in the dark. There is a river by the town, and an island in the river. When night falls, to feel the lights of thousands of homes, you need to spend to understand the culture of Border Town Tea Tuo
DANNA BECK
Border Town·Chadong's most detailed travel guide
🚖Transportation: 🚉Take a train to Jishou Station or 🚄a high-speed train to Jishou East, then you can take a private car or carpool directly to Border Town at the entrance (usually 50-55 per person, you can also contact the B&B owner for a private car phone number).
Self-driving, directly to Hong'an exit on the highway or to Huayuan West exit.
🏠Accommodation: You need to book at least one day in advance during the peak season, as the commercialization is not strong and the infrastructure is not well developed, there are a limited number of hotels. In the off-season, it is recommended to book hotels within the scenic area, which are close to the river and various attractions, making travel convenient.
🥘Cuisine: · Rice tofu (5 yuan per bowl), especially recommended are Zhe'ergen and Litsea, 😍if you're not used to it, it's suggested to order the sour and spicy one (mildly spicy);
· Oil Baba is four for one yuan,
· Coarse rice noodles for breakfast;
· Jiaojiao fish (about 45 yuan per person), the restaurant usually has the dish of crispy rice, highly recommended!!!
· Milk tea is recommended for Border Town's Cui Tea, with very characteristic packaging and a taste close to Tea Yan.
· I also love the spicy hot pot and late-night snacks at night, I always have to go eat first every time I go home🤤
🐲Sightseeing: *Chadong ancient wharf (Mao Zedong's Quotations Tower, Lala Ferry from Chongqing to Hunan 2 yuan);
*Check-in at the Three Provinces Boundary Marker (there are two boundary markers, one for Hunan and one for Chongqing);
*Edge Square (for photo shoots);
*Cui Cui Island (statues of Cui Cui and Da Huang);
*Baita Mountain (on the same mountain as Cui Cui's residence, climb to the top of the mountain to overlook Border Town);
*Sanbu Guan Island (located in Hong'an, you can see Border Town across the river);
*Huayuan Third Middle School (Republic of China architectural style, you can go in and take photos when students are on holiday)
Attention!!: If you want to experience the quiet border town, don't choose holidays, as Zhou Xun said, 'So many people.' It is recommended to come in the off-season, it's really comfortable, take a walk by the river after dinner, enjoy the night view. In summer, many locals wash clothes, swim, play in the water, and sit by the river to cool off. Finally, I hope the town you come to see is also the town you expect😋
TheArtisticEdge
Biancheng Tea Tuo: A Step into Three Provinces - A Three-Day Two-Night Travel Guide
📖 Step into the real Biancheng from Shen Congwen's writings, the "Biancheng Tea Tuo" is located at the junction of Hunan, Guizhou, and Chongqing, known as a summer retreat treasure where one can 'step across three provinces'
⛳️Location: Biancheng Tea Tuo Ancient Town Scenic Area, Huayuan County, Xiangxi
🎫Tickets: Ancient town is free, La La Ferry (Hunan-Chongqing) ¥2, Tourist boat (A Step into Three Provinces) ¥25
🅿️Parking: Parking lot available inside the ancient town ¥40/vehicle (3 days 2 nights)
✈️Transportation:
🚗1. Self-driving: Depart from Guilin, take the Baomao Expressway
🚅2. High-speed rail: Take the train to Jishou, then a bus to Huayuan County, and finally a bus to Biancheng
🇨🇳Biancheng Itinerary:
✅ 3 days and 2 nights in Biancheng Tea Tuo, average cost ¥1000 per person
💫Day1: Depart from Guilin at 13:00→Arrive in Biancheng at 19:30→Check into a guesthouse (Xiangxing Mansion)→Dinner at the 'Eat in Three Provinces' restaurant downstairs (tried Jiaojiao fish, a combination of Hunan's spiciness, Chongqing's numbness, and Guizhou's sourness)
💫Day2:
🎈7:30-9:00: Opposite the guesthouse is Cuicui Island, use a drone to capture the full view of Biancheng by the river→Breakfast
🎈9:00-11:10: Walk along the river to Cuicui's former residence→White Pagoda→Return to Tea Tuo Ancient Pier
🎈11:30-15:30: La La Ferry→Three Provinces Junction for a photo (20-minute walk), you can choose to take a small boat in the Xishui River, passing through three provinces (Guizhou, Hunan, Chongqing), take a photo at the junction, ticket price ¥25 (peak season), return to La La Ferry and stop directly opposite (Chongqing) Hong'an Ancient Town→Southeast Chongqing's First Gate→Liu Deng Memorial Square→Hong'an Old Street→Yulu Tower→Three No-Care Island→Lunch (Chongqing hotpot)
🎈15:30-16:30: Return to Tea Tuo Ancient Town→Tea time→Rest at the guesthouse
🎈19:00-22:30: Sunset glow→Dinner→Listen to songs at a small tavern
💫Day3: Check-in at scenic spots along the way→Breakfast→Hanging Wall Highway (ticket ¥68/person)→Aizhai Bridge→Guilin
🍱Food Recommendations: Sour and spicy Jiaojiao fish, oil baba, rice tofu, fried potato flowers, sticky rice crust, barbecue, beef rice noodles/noodles, Chongqing hotpot
🎙Overall Experience: Biancheng is suitable for leisurely walking tours, the scenic area is not highly commercialized, prices are reasonable, and the place is clean, tidy, and orderly. The town is naturally simple and leisurely, it is the prototype location of Shen Congwen's famous novel 'Biancheng', and the ethnic Tujia and Miao styles in the ancient town are unique. The riverside scenery on both sides of the river is like a Jiangnan ink painting no matter how you photograph it, and you must experience the 'Three No-Care Island' and 'La La Ferry'!
📽Here you have old streets, natives, a sense of life, and a slow life like small bridges and flowing water! Cuicui Island is currently under renovation and is more modernized;
🎞The true beauty of Biancheng is actually the beauty of Shen Congwen's writing, as well as the beauty of kind and simple human nature and first love in the darkness. There is a river by the town, an island in the river, and when night falls, to feel the lights of thousands of homes, one needs time to understand the culture of Biancheng Tea Tuo.
Jeremiah Davis
Self-driving tour in Western Hunan·Border Town| This is an ancient town
| This is an ancient town. You may have heard of and visited the ancient city of Fenghuang, but you may not have heard of the border town·Chadong Ancient Town; this is an ancient town that retains its original flavor🏡, here is not the commercialization of the ancient city of Fenghuang, not the hustle and bustle of the ancient city of Fenghuang...
💢💢💢Key point: This is a place to experience culture, not as colorful as the ancient city of Fenghuang, so don't come here with too high expectations✨
'Border Town' is a novel written by Mr. Shen Congwen, the story background is in Chadong Ancient Town, Chadong Ancient Town is located at the junction of Hunan, Guizhou and Chongqing🗺, so there is the title of 'one foot across three provinces'✨
📍Location: Border Town Tea Cave, Huayuan County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province (2⃣ hours drive from the ancient city of Fenghuang)
🎫Ticket: Currently free💥
(In development and construction, it will be charged soon if nothing happens💰)
1⃣Travel method:
①Self-driving: Recommended self-driving🚘
②By car: Take a car from the ancient city of Fenghuang🚎
③High-speed rail: Jishou East Station, then take a car to Chadong Ancient Town🚄
2⃣Play suggestions:
①It is only 2 hours drive from the ancient city of Fenghuang⚡️
If you go to the ancient city of Fenghuang, you can leave half a day to feel this more original characteristic town💫, feel the Lala crossing here, feel the local food here, feel the thrill of one foot across three provinces, feel the border town under Mr. Shen Congwen's pen...
②Must-visit projects:
✅Lala Crossing: 💰2/person
(Come here must experience the project, it pulls you from Hunan to Chongqing🌟)
✅Cui Cui Island: Border Town film shooting location
✅Shen Congwen's residence
✅Revolutionary Command
✅Three Provinces Viewing Platform: You can see three provinces at a glance here
✅Ferry: 💰25/person
③Specialty food:
✅Oil cake
✅Tujia pancake
✅Rice tofu
④Accommodation suggestions:
It's not big here, there are not many hotels, choose according to personal budget
⑤Play time: Half a day☀️
4⃣Recommendation index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (full score 5⭐️)
MichaelMcNeil26
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Qianzhou Ancient City Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
City Escape in Jishou
Getting There - High speed train to Jishou
Attractions - All around Xiangxi there are small towns, hills and places to escape from the crowds of the cities. Here in particular is a small mountain range - very similar to Zhangjiajie, albeit far smaller - that you can do in just a few hours.
While the size is smaller, that also means less people, which is only ever a good thing when travelling around and visiting new places.
Food & Restaurants - Not much to speak of to be honest. Especially up in the mountains but most hotels will be able to cook up a nice home meal in a warm area if you fancy it.
Shopping - Not much to speak of to be honest.
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Alex_Feal
Near QianZhou Old Town
Just out of town of the QianZhou old town is the winding roads that lead up to these misty mountains.
Tickets are around 80rmb or so for the day and - when visiting in the off season - you can be fairly sure that you’ll have the place basically all to yourself as i did.
Oh, if you’re coming through wet season I would recommend bringing a spare set of shoes or extra socks as the path can become flooded and basically turn into just one big waterfall. But hey, it’s all part of the experience.
get to the top and you’ll be rewarded with a sweet platform to look over the canyon and a awesome place to sit down and relax.
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Alex_Feal
Very well preserved old city. It was almost empty on Monday. People can be seen washing clothes in the river. Don't go into the temple. They offer you free incense, then give you a blessing. Suddenly a WeChat QR code is produced. They suggested I pay 400 Yuan but I gave 100 just to get out of there and no hassle.
GerryOnTour
Holiday fun without queuing - two-day food, accommodation and tour in Jishou, Xiangxi
Gave up on the ancient city of Fenghuang, glad to have chosen Jishou, where there was no queuing, the locals we met were all very friendly, the whole tour experience was really good👍👍👍
▶️Day1: Qianzhou Ancient City
🎫Ticket: Free
🚗Transport: Taxi from Jishou East Station to Qianzhou Ancient City about 20min
🏠Accommodation: Jiangpan Meisu (two nights, in the ancient city, located by the river, the room is spacious and very clean, recommended)
🥣Food: Wulong Mountain Teppanyaki (tastes good, a bit salty later),
Qianzhou Chicken Shop (chicken is fresh, very flavorful, go before 21:00)
📷Ethnic costume photo: full set 398💰, rent clothes (with makeup and hair) 50-60💰
Experience: Although Qianzhou Ancient City is not large, it is conveniently located (in the city, surrounded by shopping malls, convenient for taxis), not heavily commercialized, has a living atmosphere, the Wanrong River running through the ancient city often sees local residents washing clothes, swimming, fishing, under the bridge hole there are old men playing cards and cooling off, free-range chickens wandering around, quiet during the day and lively at night.
▶️Day2: Aizhai Bridge + Dehang Canyon Scenic Area
🎫Ticket: Cliff plank road + Aizhai Bridge (separately 115💰) + shuttle bus (10💰) = 190💰 (no reservation required)
Aizhai Bridge Scenic Area to Dehang Canyon Scenic Area shuttle bus 25💰
Dehang Canyon Scenic Area 80💰
🚗Transport: Jishou Railway Station - Aizhai Bridge Scenic Area (bus line 1 or 3, first bus at 8:30 in the morning, Didi is more convenient for 40min)
Dehang Canyon Scenic Area - Jishou Railway Station (bus line 11)
🥣Food: Mountain Inn (chosen on the way, transparent kitchen is very clean, taste is also good)
📷Ethnic costume photo: only for rent (with accessories and simple hair styling) 50-60💰, no makeup and photography. Personally prefer the costumes here, more ethnic and more life, there are Tujia costumes, rare internet celebrity improved version.
Tour experience: Aizhai Bridge can be experienced, the cliff plank road is average, can be skipped to save time. Dehang scenery is very beautiful, it is recommended to leave time here to play slowly.