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A Century-Old Soy Sauce Garden Hidden by the Chishui River | A Slow-Paced Southern Sichuan Getaway Away from the Crowds — traveler post in Gulin

A Century-Old Soy Sauce Garden Hidden by the Chishui River | A Slow-Paced Southern Sichuan Getaway Away from the Crowds

I found a quiet, hidden gem in Xianshi, Hejiang, Luzhou, that feels like it’s steeped in history. The same Chishui River brews liquor upstream and soy sauce downstream—nature's gifts are truly amazing. Search for "Xianshi Soy Sauce Chishui River Manor" directly in your navigation app. You can explore freely upon entry, and parking at the entrance is convenient. It's perfect for a road trip stopover. Set aside half a day to wander around at a leisurely pace. This is a national-level intangible cultural heritage site and a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level. Passed down since 1893, the 130-year-old workshop is still brewing on the original site. It’s not a renovated, faux-antique attraction, but a genuine, operating sun-drying yard. Walking up the mossy stone path, the view opens up instantly. Over 6,000 ceramic soy sauce jars are layered and spread along the hillside, each covered with a bamboo lid, bathing in the Southern Sichuan sunlight. When the wind blows, a faint, savory aroma drifts over—not pungent, but the mellow, warm scent of fermented soybeans. Standing on the viewing platform, you see dense rows of soy sauce jars on one side and the slowly flowing Chishui River on the other. The river glows with a warm luster. With distant mountains, old houses, and soy sauce jars all in one frame, every snapshot is full of storytelling potential. Wearing plain, light-colored clothing makes for great photos. While wandering, you can watch the masters turn the jars. Day after day, exposed to the sun and night air, through thirteen processes—a single drop of soy sauce requires at least three years of aging. There are no shortcuts. There is also a museum in the park; take your time to understand the complete process of ancient brewing methods. Many old tools and documents quietly tell the history of the craft. If you get tired, try the park's specialty snacks. You must try the soy sauce rice—simple rice paired with aged soy sauce, the aroma is incredible. There’s also a unique soy sauce ice cream, a mix of salty and sweet that is surprisingly harmonious. Before you leave, you can take a bottle home. The ingredients are clean: soybeans, wheat, well salt, and Chishui River water—a reliable, fresh flavor for your dining table. There are no noisy amusement rides or crowded throngs of people here. It’s a place to slow down and just zone out. No need to rush—walk slowly along the drying yard, watch the light and shadows move across the jar lids, and listen to the murmuring river. When road-tripping in Southern Sichuan, don't just focus on ancient towns and landscapes. These corners of intangible cultural heritage, steeped in craftsmanship, are the unexpected surprises of a journey. 📍: Xianshi Soy Sauce Chishui River Manor 🚗: About 3.5 hours by car from Chengdu, about 30 minutes from Luzhou 💡 Tips: The light is best on sunny mornings for soft photos. There are many mosquitoes, so remember to bring repellent. Try to avoid visiting the drying yard during the scorching noon hours.

A Day in My Hometown | The Picturesque Village of Shuangsha, Gulin. This Year's "National — traveler post in Gulin

A Day in My Hometown | The Picturesque Village of Shuangsha, Gulin. This Year's "National

A Day in My Hometown | The Picturesque Village of Shuangsha, Gulin For this year's "National Day" holiday, many people will choose to go out and about. After being cooped up for so long, it's time to head out, soak up some sun, and get some fresh air. So, what are some fun places to visit around Luzhou! As a photographer, the places I recommend are always great for taking photos. This time, I'm recommending a spot that is absolutely perfect for photo ops! Recommended destination: Shuangsha Town, Gulin Recommendation rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1⃣ Gulin Shuangsha is known as a "picturesque village." In spring, there are hundreds of acres of rapeseed flowers; in summer, hundreds of acres of lush green rice fields; and in autumn, hundreds of acres of golden rice! Departing from Luzhou to Shuangsha Town, take the highway exit at Macheng Gaoqiao. Passing through Macheng, you can stop at the 30-year-old Youjia Chicken Hotpot for a meal. It costs CNY 35 per person—affordable and delicious. It's a culinary delight in Macheng, Xuyong! Once you've had your fill, head to Shuangsha Town. It takes about half an hour to arrive. When you get to Shuangsha Town, you have to take a walk along the riverbank—it's the perfect time to snap as many photos as you like! Tips: 1. When shooting full-body, half-body, or close-up shots, use a wide aperture and the telephoto end of your lens. The background blur will help highlight your subject and capture the beautiful colors and atmosphere of the rice fields. 2. If you're worried about nailing eye focus while shooting, turn on the eye-detection assist. The Z6 II's eye detection is very reliable, and you can even set it to prioritize the right or left eye, so you can use it with complete confidence. 3. When children are running or jumping, you can use RAW burst mode to easily capture clear shots. 4. When shooting a series of photos of the rural rice fields, the key is to highlight the harmony between people and nature. Using varied shot types and inserting scenery shots will make the images more narrative and visually rich. 5. Rural rice fields are a healing balm for the soul and a source of inspiration for photography. This shoot will combine more rural elements with people. By combining varied portrait compositions with different scenery shots and still-life shots, you can achieve a "healing" aesthetic.

This small town in southern Sichuan is amazing! I almost got stuck in the mountains — traveler post in Gulin

This small town in southern Sichuan is amazing! I almost got stuck in the mountains

Help 🆘 This hidden gem at the junction of Sichuan, Guizhou, and Chongqing is incredible! ✨ If I hadn’t almost been trapped in the mountains, I wouldn’t want to share this secret spot with you~ This is Hejiang County, Luzhou, where the Chishui River flows gently by 🏞️ Unlike those artificial, overhyped tourist spots this is truly wild scenery ⛰️ With authentic ancient towns and temples every view tells a story 🌈 Travel tips: A must-know!! Be sure to descend before dark❗ I was so caught up in taking photos that I almost got stuck in the mountains that day (luckily a local helped me 🤦‍♀️) This place isn’t a polished tourist site There’s no sign of commercialization just the most genuine mountain adventures Every visit brings new surprises 💫 📸 Must-visit spots: Sunset by the Chishui River Ancient town’s cobblestone streets Old temples deep in the mountains Every shot looks like a painting! Friendly reminder: Bring mosquito repellent spray 👌🏻 Wear comfortable hiking shoes 🥾 Pack some snacks and water And don’t forget to plan your return time in advance!

Final stop for family summer cooling: no air conditioning at night, use autumn quilts here — traveler post in Gulin

Final stop for family summer cooling: no air conditioning at night, use autumn quilts here

Following from Puzhehei Family summer trip finale — Wumeng Grassland, Liupanshui, Guizhou This is the "cool capital of China," no air conditioning at night, use autumn quilts The song "Lady Musk" by Phoenix Legend sings “Beyond Wumeng Mountain are more mountains,” referring to this place 🚗【Day 8: Puzhehei ➔ Liupanshui (travel day)】 About 500 km total, 6.5 hours ⚠️ No highway from Puzhehei to Shizong, Qujing. It’s all winding provincial roads with many sharp turns and narrow lanes—tough drive! The kid got car sick and vomited Solution: take frequent breaks, open windows for fresh air, use motion sickness patches. Once on the Qujing highway, it got better 🏨 Stay at a farmhouse guesthouse at the foot of Wumeng Mountain (about 150 CNY/night) Really cool temperature, no air conditioning, use autumn bedding. It even felt chilly when it rained 🐄【Day 9: Wumeng Grassland】 The guesthouse owner was kind and gave us homegrown eggs and corn for breakfast Drive to the visitor center to buy tickets (30 CNY per person, free for kids under 1.2 m, valid for 5 days with multiple entries. At the entrance, some vendors shout “200 CNY to take you to the back mountain for free entry”—official announcements warn not to trust them, and the wild paths may be unsafe) ⚠️ Traffic jam: one-way loop up the mountain (enter at Gate 1, exit at Gate 2). Many cars during summer, stop-and-go on uphill sections, brake pads smelled burnt. Stuck for nearly 1 hour 🗺️ Attractions: 1. Tianchi: Guizhou’s highest plateau lake, a clear green pool nestled in the grassland. Walk the lakeside boardwalk and have lunch by the lake 2. Baicaoping: thousands of acres of gentle meadow, this is the place! The hillside is all flat land, drone footage looks like the starting plateau in The Legend of Zelda Fly kites, horseback ride (about 50 CNY per round, price negotiable), camel ride, chase cattle The kid played with bubbles and pinwheels, so happy they didn’t want to leave 3. Guanfotai (elevation 2,857 m): the highest point, great for watching the sea of clouds and sunset. If lucky, you might see a “Buddha’s light” At 6 PM, the wind on the mountaintop turned cold. Luckily, the kid wore a sun-protective jacket and long pants. It got too cold to stay, so we headed down to the guesthouse for dinner and an early bedtime 🚗【Day 10: Wumeng Mountain ➔ Chengdu (return trip)】 Hit the highway right after waking up 🍽️ Lunch in Bijie with sour soup hot pot (a must-try in Guizhou) The problem: as soon as we entered Gulin, Luzhou, Sichuan, the temperature shot from a cool 26°C to 36–38°C in the afternoon heat. Worse, the car’s air conditioner intermittently failed due to heat protection (later checked, condenser fan was fine, but the fan prioritized engine cooling because of the heat). We had to turn the AC on and off repeatedly. Fortunately, the kid didn’t get heatstroke Back in the furnace city Chengdu at night, the 10-day, 2,500 km self-drive family summer cooling trip through southeastern Yunnan and southwestern Guizhou ended successfully 💰Two adults and one child 10-day, 2,500 km expense summary Toll fees: 1,280 CNY Fuel: 1,360 CNY Accommodation: 2,000+ CNY Meals, entertainment, tickets: 1,500+ CNY Total cost: 6,500–7,000 CNY

Embark on a journey to the hidden gems of Chishui to unlock the timeless aroma of Langjiu Manor. — traveler post in Gulin

Embark on a journey to the hidden gems of Chishui to unlock the timeless aroma of Langjiu Manor.

The fragrant evening breeze from the Chishui River, carrying the aroma of soy sauce, travels across mountains and seas to Jiaozhou Bay in Qingdao. I received this exclusive invitation and embarked on a journey to a hidden gem nestled in the valleys of Sichuan. Langjiu Manor has always been understated and prestigious, not open to the public casually. Entry is by invitation only. The aroma of mountains and rivers, and the fragrance of wine, cannot be described without experiencing it firsthand. A chartered flight from Qingdao took me thousands of miles, and the first welcoming drink upon landing instantly dispelled all the fatigue of the journey. The manor's evening banquet was exceptionally therapeutic. A welcoming ceremony with flowing water and mountains, unlimited Qinghualang liquor—the aroma of wine blended seamlessly with song and dance. The wine was rich and mellow on the palate, its fragrance lingering even in the empty glass, compelling one to explore the depths of this aged vintage. Immersed in the manor's history, I finally understood Langjiu's unique philosophy of "growth, nurturing, and aging." Adhering to the ancient 12987 process, the raw spirit undergoes a full year of seasonal cycles to refine its flavor, then is nurtured by the sun and dew of Tianbao Peak and the tranquil atmosphere of ceramic jars. Only premium aged liquors, aged for over ten years, are allowed to undergo a closed-door aging process in a karst cave, where they coexist and transform with hundreds of microorganisms. With a five-year-old base liquor as its foundation and a fifteen-year-old cave-aged liquor as its soul, Honghualang achieves its elegant and delicate taste. The red bottle, adorned with peony and gold patterns, exudes a refined Chinese style, making it suitable for celebratory banquets and business gifts. In this fast-paced era, Langjiu brews its liquor with time, sealing the spirit of the Chishui River and the craftsmanship of time into a single drop of sauce-flavored liquor. Truly good liquor always stands the test of time. 🍶 📌Travel Guide: Visits are primarily by invitation only; reservations can be made through the official WeChat account. The cave is consistently cold; remember to bring a light jacket, comfortable flat shoes, and mosquito repellent. Visit Qianyi Huixiang Valley, Jinzun Fort, and Tianbao Cave to experience the sealing and blending of liquors and sample the original sauce-flavored liquor. The valley is breathtakingly beautiful at dusk, with stunning light and shadow effects. Immerse yourself in the aroma of aged sauce-flavored liquor, nurtured by the mountains, water, and time, and understand the heritage of a world-class sauce-flavored liquor estate. The evening banquet atmosphere is incredibly lively; be sure to try the beef noodles and wontons. Check out the photos for the best shots!

Don't overcrowd Western Sichuan! The mountains and wilderness of Luzhou are the ultimate romantic destination in Southern Sichuan. Here's a 3-day, 2-night healing hiking guide. — traveler post in Gulin

Don't overcrowd Western Sichuan! The mountains and wilderness of Luzhou are the ultimate romantic destination in Southern Sichuan. Here's a 3-day, 2-night healing hiking guide.

Who knows 🔥 Nowadays, the entire line of western Sichuan and Chongqing is crowded, ticket price increases, mountain road traffic jams, photos are all passers-by! The wine city of Lizhou, which is ignored by 90% of tourists, hides a secret place of pristine mountains and wilderness with zero commercialization and few people🌿 No need to travel long distances, no high expenses, you can see the alpine cloud sea, virgin forest, continuous waterfalls, you can stroll through the bamboo sea to inhale oxygen, catch the sunset on the top of the mountain, low cost to achieve mountain freedom, hiking beginners can easily play, this is the best destination to escape the city in the summer! As a travel blog that tests all the mountains and wilds of Lizhou, we have compiled a 3-day and 2-night mountain romantic parade without cheating, pure dry goods, and niche will not hit the model. 📊Lizhou Mountains VS Western Sichuan Mountains Popular Attractions Horizontal Comparison (Hard Core Test) Many people are confused about whether they should come to Lizhou specifically in the mountains and wilderness of southern Sichuan. They can compare directly and frankly, and they will not be fooled after reading it Contrast Dimensions The Secret Land of the Mountains of Lizhou Popular Mountains in Western Sichuan The flow of people is small throughout the day, the hiking trails are almost unoccupied. It is crowded on holidays and the trails are crowded Travel costs Self-driving per capita 500+ full trip done per capita 1500+, fuel and ticket expenses are large Hiking difficulty Beginner friendly, gentle trails are mostly high-altitude mountain roads, easy to get high Core Landscape Bamboo Sea + Waterfall + Alpine Cloud Sea + Danxia Mountain Forest Snow Mountain + Grassland + Plateau Lake Highlights Advantages Short drive, no high-reflection, pristine fireworks Plateau extreme natural scenery ✅ Summary: Want to relax hiking, low-cost oxygen, avoid crowds, mindless rush to the mountains of Lizhou; want to see the snow-capped plateau and choose Western Sichuan, the two complement each other does not conflict! 🗺️3 days 2 nights romantic trip (self-driving first choice, no return route) Day1: Lizhou City → Tianxian Cake → Ledao Ancient Town | Danxia hiking + stream tracing 🌲Play theme: light hiking, Danxia mountain forest, small waterfall, ancient town fireworks 📍Details of points: 1. Tianxian Cake: The secret place of Danxia in southern Sichuan, with a 12-level series of waterfalls, clear mountain springs, in summer you can shallow stream and play in the water, forest coverage is super high, the whole process is covered with shade trees, hiking is not sunny! The trail is gentle without steep slopes, suitable for beginners, parents and children, the clear breeze between the mountains mixed with the fragrance of weeds and wood, heal all urban anxieties. 2. Le Dao Ancient Town: Hidden deep in the mountains, a pristine ancient town, no celebrity shops, bluestone slab road along the mountains and rivers, preserved the intact anti-war primary school site, after walking in the mountains and forests stroll the ancient town, eat a bowl of local cold cake, feel the double romance of mountains and fireworks. 💡 Tip of the day: 3km hiking all the way, difficulty ⭐, beautiful light and shadow in the mountains in the evening, wear light-colored clothes to take pictures with your own soft light filter Day2: Yellow Jing Old Forest → Bajie Cave Waterfall Group | Primitive Forest Lung Cleansing Tour 🌲Play theme: pristine secret land, waterfall group photo, deep forest hiking This is the last pristine virgin land at 28° north latitude, with forest coverage of up to 96%, negative oxygen ions directly pulled full, it is called a natural oxygen bar in southern Sichuan🌬️ The whole mountain forest is inaccessible, the towering ancient trees cover the sky and the sun, the stream gurgling through the whole forest, the eight-level waterfalls of Bajie Cave are connected layer by layer, the white practice droops down the mountain, the water mist is shrouded like a fairyland, and a shadow is a forest system. Contrast with ordinary artificial forest park: it is not over-developed, retaining the most primitive mountain scenery, no noisy human voice, only the chirping of birds, the sound of wind, the sound of water flow, solitude healing feeling full, like quiet mountain travel will love here. 💡 Tip of the day: Hiking 5km, difficulty ⭐⭐, it is recommended to wear non-slip sneakers, there are many mosquitoes in the forest, be sure to spray mosquito repellent in advance Day3: The Peak of Lizhou · Rohan Forest | Sunrise in the sea of ​​​​clouds + sea of ​​​​high mountains and bamboos + romance on the top of the mountain 🌲Play theme: high mountain cloud viewing, ten thousand acres of bamboo sea, summit sunset, the highest peak in southern Sichuan to take pictures Lizhou altitude ceiling 📍 Ruxiu Peak 1902m, known by netizens as Lizhou Little Altay, is also the biggest highlight of this trip! ✅ Core must-have experience: 1. Climb to the top of the Sea View Tower in the early morning to watch the mountains and clouds surging, clouds and mist flowing between the sea of ​​​​bamboo, it's like being in a cloud fairyland 2. Stroll through 100,000 acres of contiguous bamboo sea, wind blowing bamboo waves undulating, full of healing greenery 3. In the evening, waiting for the sunset at the top of the mountain, orange evening glow covered the mountains, the sense of atmosphere directly sealed the gods Compared to other surrounding high mountains: Rohan Forest has an average summer temperature of only 22°C, a natural summer resort, do not have to endure the scorching heat, the summit also has a small cabin camp, the atmosphere is far beyond the ordinary mountaintop observation deck. 💡 Tip of the day: Sunrise is recommended to climb before 6:00, mountain road bends, self-driving slow down, difficulty ⭐⭐ 🍜Must eat local delicacies in the mountains (reject celebrity shops, locals keep) 1. Siu Yong Spicy Chicken: Spicy and fresh, firm meat, a must-try for southern Sichuan characteristics 2. Lizhou Cold Cake: Handmade red sugar cold cake, relieve thirst and relieve heat. It is super comfortable to eat a bite after hiking 3. Bamboo Sea Pork: Farmer's smoked pork, paired with fresh asparagus stir-fried, mountainous authentic flavor 4. Guyu Bean Soup Noodles: Local breakfast ceiling, super high value for money 🏨 Accommodation Zoning Suggestions 🔹Pursuit of mountain atmosphere: Stay in a wooden house on the top of Rohan Forest, open your eyes and see the sea of ​​​​bamboo clouds, looking at the stars is super great 🔹Cost-effectiveness first choice: farmhouse homestay around Huangjing Laolin, the price starts from a hundred dollars, clean and down-to-earth 🔹 Convenient return: Stay in Lizhou city on the last night, convenient for the next day return ⚠️ The most complete guide to avoiding ambushes on the entire network (test summary) 1. Don’t hike at noon in the summer! The mountains are boring and hot, so it is recommended to leave early or visit in the evening 2. Huang Jing Old Forest Do not walk alone on wild roads, only take official trails, protect the pristine forest while ensuring safety 3. Rohan forest temperature difference is huge, cool during the day and cool in the morning and evening, be sure to bring a thin jacket 4. Most of the mountains and wilderness of Lizhou do not have tickets, only a few scenic spots charge low-priced sightseeing fares, reject the roadside black guide 💬 Interaction After reading this small mountain guide, do you prefer bamboo sea, cloud sea and high mountains, or forest waterfalls and streams? Let me know your preferences in the comment section, next issue I will release a simplified version of a one-day extreme hiking in Lizhou, weekends and day trips can be fun! Bamboo Sea in Shunan · Viewing the Sea Tower Cloud-based Rohan Forest

This riverside ancient town is the true poetry of Sichuan. — traveler post in Gulin

This riverside ancient town is the true poetry of Sichuan.

Finally found an undiscovered ancient town in Sichuan with no commercialization, no crowded crowds, and no entrance fee. No repetitive trendy shops, no noisy hawking, and very few tourists. Only old wooden buildings built along the mountain, winding bluestone paths, and the gentle breeze and river flowing through the town. Walking in the alleys, time seems to slow down. Sunlight passes through wooden windows, falling on mottled walls, every snapshot feels like a vintage movie scene. No filters needed, no waiting in line for a perfect shot, quietly, peacefully, stroll slowly, take photos slowly, daydream slowly. There are no crowds here, only the warmth of everyday life and gentleness. Perfect for a solo getaway, ideal for couples strolling, and great for those who love tranquility and art. Walk slowly and truly feel it. If you are tired of crowded tourist spots, you must come to this town favored by time, slow down your pace, clear your mind. ✨ Travel Tips ▪️ Free admission, no entrance fee, very few people ▪️ Nestled by mountains and water, with ancient alleys crisscrossing, perfect for photography ▪️ Extremely low commercialization, preserving the most original look of an ancient town ▪️ Recommended to take your time and spend half a day to enjoy the slow pace The warmth of everyday life is the most comforting. May you also find gentleness and healing in this little world.

Tested and reliable! 10 amazing spring flower viewing hiking routes! — traveler post in Gulin

Tested and reliable! 10 amazing spring flower viewing hiking routes!

This year the flowers bloomed early, sharing a collection of hiking flower viewing routes 🥰 Save this first! 1️⃣ Pengzhou Yunyin Muzhu ✅ You can hike here to see rapeseed flower fields, pear blossoms 🌸 and plum blossoms all over the mountains, very spectacular! The hiking loop is about 9 kilometers! 📍 Navigate to Pengzhou Yunyin Muzhu 2️⃣ Yunzhongwu Trail ✅ This is a ridge hiking route, with large areas of rapeseed flowers and cherry blossoms 🌸 at the mountain top. If you don’t want to hike, you can drive directly to the mountain top farmhouse to enjoy the flowers! 📍: Yunzhongwu Trail ⛰️ Hiking about 5.6 km, 2.5-3 hours 3️⃣ Xindao Paradise With mountains and water, suitable for light hiking, plus facilities for kids to play and cute little sheep 🐏, very suitable for leisure trips with elders and children! Tickets required 🎫, after hiking you can visit Taiping Old Street 📍: Chengdu Xinjin Xindao Paradise 4️⃣ Sanxing Viewing Platform ✅ You can hike here and enjoy rapeseed flowers, the round trip is about 5 km, with a viewing platform 📍: Shuangliu Sanxing Viewing Platform 🚘 Navigate to: Heshan Village Committee 5️⃣ Pujiang Guanmaoshan Cherry Well equipped with farmhouses and snack stalls In April you can also pick cherries 🍒 ✅ Hiking conditions: main roads + stone paths, if you don’t want to hike you can drive directly to the mountain top (some parts are narrow) ✅ For long-distance hiking, you can download the track and take the big loop of Cherry Mountain 6️⃣ Shuangliu District Taiping Town Ewanling ✅ Hiking trip about 5 km, along the way there are rapeseed flowers, pear blossoms, peach blossoms 🌸 📍 Navigate to: Shuangliu District Taiping Town Ewanling 🅿️ Parking: There are two small parking lots at the start 🚌 Public transport: Bus available to Ewanling bus stop (may take some time) 7️⃣ Pear Blossom Reading Village Library ✅ Mainly for viewing pear blossoms, with wooden boardwalks and viewing platforms, wide open views 🌸 suitable for light hiking with elders and children 🌿 ✅ Next to Gexianshan, February orchids are blooming, if you have time you can go flower viewing 🌸 📍 Navigate to: Pear Blossom Reading Village Library (Xiyu Village, Gexianshan Town, Pengzhou) 🅿️ Good parking 🚗 8️⃣ Longquan Baoshi Lake ✅ The whole Baoshi Lake loop is about 7-8 km, surrounded by peach blossoms by the lake, suitable for all ages, farmhouses where you can drink tea and eat firewood chicken ✅ You will walk on roads 🛣️, muddy paths and boardwalks through peach blossom forests ✅ If you don’t want to hike too long, you can drive, park 🚗 and take a short walk by the lake 9️⃣ 📍: Jintang Shujiawan ✅ Drive 🚗🉑 directly there, with many tung flowers on both sides of the road, very beautiful 🌸 There is a hiking loop about 9 km 🔟 Navigate to: Lingxian Jinyu Taoyuan ✅ Hiking: 3-4 km, 2-3 hours, hiking conditions: stone steps and greenway, easy to walk! ✅ Hiking route: Parking lot — Tuojiang No.1 Bay Viewing Platform — continue down the steps to see the train — take the ferry — return the same way 🔙

Old Chengdu Slow Life Guide|A Ming Dynasty Fairy Tale Old Street Hidden in Shuangliu, 1h Healing Cit — traveler post in Gulin

Old Chengdu Slow Life Guide|A Ming Dynasty Fairy Tale Old Street Hidden in Shuangliu, 1h Healing Cit

Chengdu hides a magical Ming Dynasty old street! 🤩 Right on the main street of Taiping Town, Shuangliu~ Completely uncommercialized, full of the authentic life vibe of old Chengdu that heals your soul! 💕 🎨 Weathered old walls painted with adorable graffiti 🏠 Century-old houses mixed with bright colors Green plants climbing the winding stone steps 🌿 Clothes gently swaying in the breeze 👕 Every step reveals a scene full of life! It’s like falling into a fairy tale world from childhood dreams 🧚‍♀️ ✨ Best spot to zone out: Find a spot by the painted wall to sit down Friendly little dogs will circle around your feet 🐶 Sunlight filters through the leaves, scattering golden light The air is filled with a peaceful scent All worries are gently healed here~ This place still preserves the rustic charm of the Ming Dynasty Shitizi Slope The bluestone slabs are polished smooth by time like jade Every corner tells a story of the past ⏳ 🚶‍♀️ Recommended route: Shitizi Slope → Guanyin Temple → Taiping Primary School → Old Street 📍 Navigation tips: Just search for "Shitizi Slope" You can park on the roadside Walk to reach the core check-in spots! (Just don’t accidentally go to Xinjin Taiping Main Street) 🌈 Check-in tips: ✔️ The market is liveliest on even-numbered market days Come early morning to experience the most authentic local life Be sure to try the street snacks! 🍡 ✔️ Weekends are quieter with fewer people Perfect for a healing city walk Find inner peace in the old times 💭 Find a weekend Escape the city’s noise Come here to clear your mind~ Let the old street’s gentleness heal your fatigue ✨

Weekend Escape Plan|Slow Life Guide to Maoxi Town, Gulin This hidden treasure town in southern Sichuan is really perfect for a lazy weekend getaway! Tired of the concrete jungle? — traveler post in Gulin

Weekend Escape Plan|Slow Life Guide to Maoxi Town, Gulin This hidden treasure town in southern Sichuan is really perfect for a lazy weekend getaway! Tired of the concrete jungle?

Weekend Escape Plan|Slow Life Guide to Maoxi Town, Gulin🚩 This hidden treasure town in southern Sichuan is really perfect for a lazy weekend getaway! If you're tired of the concrete jungle, come here to experience the most authentic local culture~ 🏞️Must-visit spots: 📍Maoxi Town Cultural Square Address: S309, Gulin County, Luzhou City, Sichuan Province The square is perfect for photos during the day! The Chinese-style architecture paired with blue skies and white clouds is full of charm. At night, villagers dance in the square, a great chance to immerse yourself in local life~ Nearby, there are quaint traditional residences to explore. Remember to wear Hanfu for photos to enhance the experience. 🏨Accommodation recommendations: There are several clean and simple farmhouses locally. It’s recommended to choose one near the Cultural Square for convenient evening strolls. Prices range from 100-200 RMB per night, offering great value! 🍽️Food recommendations: ✔️Gulin Bean Soup Noodles: a local specialty breakfast with a rich, fragrant bean broth ✔️Cured Pork Rib Hotpot: homemade cured pork ribs with an irresistible aroma ✔️Special Wild Vegetables: be sure to try pickled fish mint mixed with wild vegetables in spring! 📌Notes: 1⃣️It takes about 2.5 hours to drive from Luzhou; it’s best to leave after work on Friday 2⃣️Remember to bring a light jacket as the temperature difference between morning and evening can be significant 3⃣️For photos at the square, it’s best before 10 AM or after 4 PM when the light is softer

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Taiping Ancient Town

Free attractions, worth checking in, whether it is historical imprints or landscapes and humanities, it is worth coming here. The ancient town is well protected, without too much commercial atmosphere, suitable for a slow tour. First see the Four Crossings of Chishui Monument, then visit the exhibition hall, and walk through the ancient town. The ancient town is built on the mountain, and it will be more difficult for the elderly to walk.

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Yanjing River Scenic Area

Yanjing River Scenic Area is a very beautiful place with many beautiful stalactites. You can witness the wonders of nature. I highly recommend you to go there with your family and friends♥️♥️♥️ [Scenery]

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Daheidong Scenic Area

There should be more people coming here to escape the heat in the summer. The cave is very cool. The cave has a drop of 320 meters, which is known as the largest in the world. It is really shocking. The dragon shape at the entrance is really exquisite. Behind the tunnel is a large square where cultural and tourism products are sold. There may be Miao wedding performances in summer.

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Huangjing Old Forest Tourist Resort

Go deep into the secrets of the mountains and hike 1.5 kilometers to embrace the beautiful scenery and pure oxygen. Watch the waterfalls and springs, walk on the shallows, and the negative ions along the way will thoroughly "clean your lungs". This journey is not only a physical exercise, but also a spiritual reward. The battery car is 30 yuan per person, which is still cost-effective. It is recommended to choose

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Langjiu Manor

Langjiu Manor is located on the banks of the Chishui River in Gulin County, Luzhou City, Sichuan Province, and is worth a visit.

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Gulin County Red Army Long March Four Crossings of the Chishui River Museum

Free, enter by swiping your ID card. There is a parking lot next to it, but not many parking spaces. Here is a detailed display of the history of the Red Army's Long March, a map of the four crossings of the Chishui River, and many precious objects used by the Red Army and photos of various leaders.

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Chishui Danxia Tourist Area · Great Waterfall

This is a rare red rock Danxia landform. The air is fresh inside the scenic area, and there are many safera trees from the dinosaur era along the way. The waterfall cascading down is spectacular and well worth a visit.

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Chishui Danxia

Our group of seven drove here from Nantong, Jiangsu. This place is great and worth recommending. Although it's not as famous as Huangguoshu Waterfall, it's still very beautiful. The scenery along the way is absolutely stunning. It's definitely worth a visit, especially now that it's the off-season.

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Huangguoshu Scenic Area

Walking slowly along the path, a cool mist washes over you, and the holographic projections and the waterfall's flow intertwine, like a flowing galaxy. Reaching the central viewing platform, the 77.8-meter-high waterfall transforms into a giant natural screen. Lasers pierce the night sky, and rainbows and Buyi ethnic totems appear and disappear in the mist. The roar of the waterfall and the sound of drums resonate together; at that moment, you truly forget to take out your phone and just want to stand and watch the whole thing.

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Fanjing Mountain

As expected of Fanjingshan! 👍 I loved it! We entered the mountain at 10 am, took the sightseeing bus and then the cable car, heading upwards. We visited the Red Cloud Golden Summit, the Old Golden Summit, and the Mushroom Rock. We came down at 6:30 pm. We climbed everything we wanted to climb and saw everything we wanted to see. A perfect day!

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Gulin FAQ

What currency is used in Gulin?

The standard currency in Gulin is CNY

How do I exchange currency in Gulin?

Current exchange rate approx.: EUR ≈7.4CNY (actual exchange rates depend on the bank). Currency exchange tips:
1. Exchange currency at your local bank before departure, as rates are usually better than at the destination.
2. You can also withdraw cash from local ATMs.
3. Avoid exchanging currency at airports or hotels, as they offer the worst rates.

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