Recommended tourist attractions for Dragon Boat Festival in ancient towns

Where to travel during the Dragon Boat Festival, it is better to visit the ancient town! The ancient town has a long history and culture, and the Dragon Boat Festival is also a traditional Chinese festival. Do the two go well together? So, let’s find out where to go to the ancient town during the Dragon Boat Festival.

_Zhi Ancient Town

lZhi Ancient Town is located in Wuzhong District, Suzhou City, 18 kilometers west of Suzhou City. It has a history of more than 2,500 years. It is one of the top ten ancient towns in China. Zhizhi is famous for its abundant water, bridges, alleys and famous people. There are 41 ancient bridges and dozens of ancient houses in the ancient town, with different styles and antique charm. In addition, for thousands of years, Luzhi's soil and water have nurtured many celebrities. Compared with water towns such as Xitang and Zhouzhuang, the business atmosphere in Luzhi is not too strong so far.

Main attractions: Shenzhai, Baosheng Temple, Ye Shengtao Memorial Hall, Xiaozhai, Wang Tao Memorial Hall, Wansheng Rice Shop, Zhizhi Hall of Fame, Jiangnan Cultural Park, Water Town Women's Clothing Museum, etc.

Food: Green dumplings, rice dumplings, Qiuxiang crabapple cake, dried radish.

Ticket: 49 yuan/person (online booking prices may vary), free entry and exit to the ancient town.

Transportation: Starting from Suzhou, take a bus or car and arrive there within 1.5 hours

Qiandeng Ancient Town

In Kunshan, Suzhou, there is another town with two thousand The ancient town with many years of history is called Qiandeng Ancient Town.

This is the birthplace of Kun Opera and the hometown of Gu, an outstanding thinker, writer and patriotic scholar in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. His famous saying "Everyone is responsible for the rise and fall of the world" has always inspired countless people with lofty ideals in the world. Although it is small, it condenses the essence of thousands of years and is a perfect one-day tourist attraction. The Yu's Pawn Shop in the town has the reputation of "China's No. 1 Pawn Shop", and the thousand-year-old temple Embukuji has the world's largest jade Buddha.

When you come to Qiandeng, you naturally want to listen to Kun Opera and Pingtan. On the stage in the ancient town, there are fixed performances every day. The year before last, I walked on the bluestone road, drank hot tea, and listened to Wu Nong's gentle words. There is no hustle and bustle, it feels like you have traveled to the old times.

Main attractions: Qiandeng Guild Hall, Yanfu Temple, Gu Jian Memorial Hall, Garden, Gu's former residence, Gu Garden, etc.

Food: Qiandeng stinky tofu, crispy socks, oil chopping board, stove top.

Ticket: 50 yuan/person (online booking prices may vary), free entry and exit to the ancient town.

Transportation: From Suzhou/Shanghai to Kunshan, then transfer.

Chikan Ancient Town

This place is favored by many directors. Movies such as "Let the Bullets Fly", "The Grandmaster", "Drunken Master", "Hong Kong Story" and "Storm in the West" were all shot here. There are not only historic arcade buildings here, but also the Chikan Film and Television City, which was rebuilt in the style of the 1920s. There is also the Guan Library, which has a history of nearly a century, and the living atmosphere of old Cantonese people.

There are more than 200 towers alone. The 400-year-old Yinglong Pagoda, the South Tower of the Anti-Japanese War Site, the famous libraries of Guan Zu and Situ, and the arcade on Xidi Road combine so many important attractions into a multicultural ancient town. Why don't you go?

Main attractions: Liyuan, arcade, film and television base, Yinglong Tower, Situ Library,

Food: Gu Jing roast goose, claypot rice, tofu corner, sugar water

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Tickets: free in the ancient town, 40 yuan/person in the film and television base.

Transportation: Take a bus from Guangzhou to Kaiping and then transfer, or you can drive yourself.

However: The news a few days ago is that Chikan Ancient Town is under maintenance and the opening time has not yet been determined. Go ahead after asking.

Huangyao Ancient Town

Huangyao Ancient Town is the best-preserved Ming and Qing architectural complex in Guangxi, with a history of nearly a thousand years. "Where there are mountains, there are water, where there are water, there are bridges, where there are bridges, there are pavilions, where there are couplets, there are plaques" is the most iconic feature of Huangyao Ancient Town. It is located in Hezhou City, Guangxi Province, at the junction of Guangdong, Guangxi and Hunan provinces, and is surrounded by beautiful karst landforms. The atmosphere of life here is strong and the original style is relatively complete.

Gupo Mountain, located near Hezhou, is rich in vegetation and water resources. It has been known as the "Grand View Garden of Forest Waterfalls in China" since ancient times and is also one of the best natural oxygen bars in southeastern China.

Tickets: 100 yuan/person (online booking prices may actually differ).

Transportation: From Guangzhou or Guilin, take the high-speed rail to Hezhou (within 1.5 hours) and transfer there.

Chadong Border Town

I have always longed for border towns. The story of Western Hunan written by Shen Congwen takes place in Chadong. Chadong is located at the junction of the three provinces of Hunan, Guizhou and Chongqing. Today, every second or eighth day of the lunar calendar, people of all ethnic groups in the junction area of ??the three provinces come to Chadong to catch the "biantian" (market) and come to the border town. They must go to Cui Cui Island to see Cui Cui! Be sure to experience Du Lala! The Aizhai Bridge and Dehang Miao Village near Chadong are also very good small attractions!

Main attractions: Cuicui Island, Water Pier and Diaojiaolou.

Food: ginger candies, jelly, bowl cakes, etc.

Tickets: Free, additional tickets to Cuicui Island and Du Lala are only a few dollars.

Transportation: Zhangjiajie Airport, the nearest airport, is still recommended. It takes about 2 hours to drive from Zhangjiajie to Huayuan County and then transfer.

It is about 500 kilometers away from Chongqing or Changsha Airport. You can take a train or drive, it takes half a day.

From 010 to 1010, it extended to the southwest hinterland. Gongtan Ancient Town, located in the west of Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing City, is a shining pearl among the ancient towns in western Sichuan! The Diaojiaolou in Gongtan Ancient Town, nestled between mountains and rivers, is magnificent and exquisite. It integrates the Wujiang landscape and Tujia culture into a natural and natural combination. The Tujia Diaojiaolou here is large in scale and has a history of more than a thousand years. It was built in the Shu Han Dynasty. In Gongtan, you can see the busy docks, original Tujia culture, and well-preserved Ming and Qing architecture. Gongtan Ancient Town has a slow pace. Here, you can not only experience corn lanterns, poplar lanterns, horse lanterns, batik and other cultures, but you can also quietly watch the scenery and find a tavern to eat authentic Sichuan cuisine. What a magical day.

It is only an hour’s drive from Gongtan to Wuling Peach Blossom Spring. It is recommended to arrange the time for boating to visit Gongtan, Wujiang Baili Gallery, and Peach Blossom Spring Scenic Area according to personal preferences, and spend a leisurely long vacation!

Main attractions: Jiaran Field, Xiqin Guild Hall, Chuanzhu Temple, Dong Family Ancestral Hall, and Bridge in Bridge.

Food: Mushroom meatballs, old bacon stir-fried with bracken, pig's trotters and radish, cold tofu, tofu brain, Wujiang fish.

Tickets: 16 yuan/person (online booking prices may vary).

Transportation: There are buses (No. 110) bound for Youyang from Chongqing Caiyuanba Bus Station and Chaotianmen Bus Station. After arriving at Youyang, transfer to Gongtan, or drive 360km. It takes about 5 hours/Zhangjiajie (fly to Zhangjiajie Airport) and the journey is 250km. It takes about 3 hours from Guiyang, the journey is less than 500km, and it takes about 4.5 hours.

Take a train from Chongqing North Railway Station to Youyang Railway Station (forty or fifty blocks), and then transfer to Gongtan. About 5 hours.

Get off the K73 train at Pengshui Station and take a cruise ship to Gongtan at Pengshui Wanzu Pier. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Wujiang Gallery.

Gongtan Ancient Town

There are many ancient towns in Shaanxi, but Qingmuchuan is the most beautiful one in my heart. Maybe you haven't heard of this name, but people who have watched "A Generation of Heroes" will know that this is Lei Feng Town in the TV series! The ancient town is surrounded by mountains and rivers. The Jinxi River divides the town into two halves, one narrow and the other thick.

It is shrouded in mist all year round. Stay here for a night, get up early and climb up to overlook the ancient town, watch the sun shine through the mist to the entire ancient village, and then go down the mountain to have a hot breakfast. Just thinking about it makes me feel comfortable.

Main attractions: Weijia, Yangfangzi, Rongshengkui, Tobacco House, Fu Jen Middle School.

Food: Grilled buns, wood-fired chicken, grilled fish, sheep blood noodle soup, jelly, etc.

Tickets: 54 yuan/person (online booking prices may vary)

Transportation: Take the high-speed rail from Xi'an to Hanzhong (multiple times a day, within 1.5 hours), and then drive 260 kilometers. You can drive or take a bus. Or take a train to Pingyangguan. If you are in a hurry, you can travel to and from Xi'an in one day. If you're more relaxed, you can spend the night here.

Qingmuchuan Ancient Town

For friends who cannot leave Shanxi, or friends who want to travel to Shanxi but have already been to Pingyao, Qixian and other places, after detailed screening, I think Dayang Ancient Town The Yangshan/Wangmangling/Xiyagou Wall Highway is a route with less crowds and good scenery (if you have never been to Huangcheng Xiangfu, 5-star recommendation, it is in Jincheng). Most of the ancient towns in Shanxi also have Ming and Qing architecture. Most of them are residential buildings, which are grand, low-key and exquisite. They focus on humanities rather than landscapes. Dayang Ancient Town has a long history and profound cultural heritage, and many corners are full of stories. Known as the "Acupuncture Capital of Kyushu". In ancient times, the needles for sewing clothes came from here and were even exported overseas. Here you can learn some "pin-making culture". There are performances on the streets during the day, fire festivals and blacksmith performances at night (free), and you can come and go freely in the town.

Main attractions: Zhangdu Courtyard, Wuli Old Street, and Longshu.

Food: Zezhou grilled green onions, fried cakes, millet pancakes, Youhujiao, etc.

Tickets: Free

Transportation: No more than 4 hours from Taiyuan/Shijiazhuang, about 2.5 hours from Zhengzhou.

Dayang Ancient Town

The last thing I want to talk about is Gubei Water Town, a place that has been popular in the circle of friends for a year or two, not to mention the short holiday. Even weekend rooms need to be booked in advance. but! Why do you recommend this place? Because Bishui Town at the foot of the Great Wall seems to be the only one here. It combines the characteristics of the water towns in the north and south, blends into the mountains and rivers, and covers the foot of the towering Great Wall, making people feel down-to-earth and friendly. Both the scale and the management are top notch. There are various specialty shops, snacks, dyeing shops, galleries, handicraft workshops, observation decks and Simatai Great Wall. There are many performances at different times, and there are also light shows at night. A two-day tour is ideal. At the same time, in Gubei Water Town, even if there are many people, you can still find many winding paths and quiet places to take high-quality photos. You need to explore carefully~

If you have the conditions, stay in the scenic spot, because Gubei will wake up sooner or later All very clean. For those who live in the scenic area, it is undoubtedly a quiet and comfortable holiday paradise.

The night view of Guyi Mountain in the north also makes people feel dreamlike.

Main attractions: Simatai Great Wall, Yongshun Dyeing House, Eight Banners Hall, Wangjing Tower Water Dance Show.

Tickets: 140 yuan/person, Simatai Great Wall is charged separately.

Transportation: It is most convenient to charter a car from downtown Beijing, which costs more than 200 one-way and takes about 2 hours; or take a direct bus from Dongzhimen.

Warm reminder: Hotels in the scenic area must be booked well in advance, otherwise you will cry! Most hotels provide hot spring tickets.

Okay, the editor is recommending these ancient towns to everyone. Hope this can help you make a choice. Have a nice trip!