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At the junction of Sichuan and Yunnan, there are two small towns. Although they belong to different provinces, they are closely connected because of the flow of the Jinsha River, and together they tell the legendary story of this land. Benzilan Town in Deqin County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province, is an important stop on the Ancient Tea-Horse Road, while Waka Town in Derong County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, is famous for its unique "three horizontal and one vertical W-shaped road" layout. These two towns, with their unique geographical location and rich history and culture, have become popular destinations for Yunnan, Sichuan and Tibet tourism. 🕘【Opening hours】 Open all day Recommended play time: 2-3 days Note: In plateau areas, please be aware of altitude sickness and carry necessary medicines. 💴【Ticket Price】 Free admission, but some specific activities or attractions may charge an entrance fee. ⛺【Amusement Activities】 1. Benzilan Town: - Tea Horse Road Experience: Explore historical sites and experience the ancient trade route. - Viewing the White Snow Mountain: Climb the mountain or view the snow-capped mountains from a distance to experience the beauty of nature. - Moon Bay of Jinsha River: Enjoy the spectacular view of the Jinsha River's big bend. 2. Waka Town: - Explore the "Three Horizontal and One Vertical Wang-shaped Road": stroll through the town and experience the unique town layout. - Jinshawan Cross-River Bridge: Stroll across the bridge and feel the integration of Sichuan and Yunnan provinces. - Moon Bay of Jinsha River: Watch the natural wonder of the Jinsha River's big bend. 🚌【Transportation Guide】 Plane: You can fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport or Ganzi Kangding Airport and then take a bus. Car: From Kunming or Chengdu, drive or take a long-distance bus along National Highway 214 or National Highway 318. Local transportation: It is recommended to rent or charter a car for flexible sightseeing. 【Special food in Benzilan Town】: 1. Butter tea: A traditional Tibetan drink made from butter and strong tea. It has a mellow taste and high calories, and can help people adapt to the plateau environment. 2. Highland Barley Wine: A low-alcohol wine brewed from highland barley, it is a favorite drink of the Tibetan people. 3. Tsampa: The traditional staple food of Tibetans, made from highland barley or pea flour, usually eaten with butter tea. 4. Yogurt: The yogurt in the plateau area has a thick texture and a sweet and sour taste. It is a very popular food in the local area. 5. Pipa meat: a kind of specially marinated pork with unique flavor, it is a specialty food in Diqing area of ​​Yunnan. [Vaka Town Specialties]: 1. Yak meat: Yak meat is tender and delicious, and is a very popular meat food in the local area. 2. Tibetan hot pot: With yak beef and other plateau vegetables as the main ingredients, the soup base is rich and has distinct Tibetan characteristics. 3. Sour cabbage noodles: A traditional noodle dish from Ganzi area of ​​Sichuan, usually with sauerkraut and minced meat, it tastes sour and spicy. 4. Yak Yogurt: Compared with ordinary yogurt, yak yogurt is thicker and tastes better. 5. Tibetan blood sausage: Mix yak blood with tsampa, butter and various seasonings, stuff it into the cow intestines, cook and eat. It is a traditional Tibetan food. 👉【Itinerary】 Day 1: Arrive at Benzilan Town, visit the Ancient Tea Horse Road and experience the local culture. Day 2: Go to Waka Town, explore the "Three Horizontal and One Vertical Wang-shaped Road", and stroll along the Jinsha Bay Cross-River Bridge. Day 3: Watch the Moon Bay of Jinsha River and experience the natural wonders. Precautions - The climate in plateau areas changes greatly, so please keep warm. - Respect local customs, protect the environment and do not litter. - Be safe, especially when in mountainous areas and near rivers. Although these two towns are located in remote areas, their unique charm and rich history are definitely worth exploring in person. Come and experience the legendary journey at the junction of Sichuan and Yunnan!
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