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🛕Huanglongxi Ancient Town Chengdu

#newyearnewtrip ✨Huanglongxi Ancient Town, located approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Chengdu, is a historic town with over 1,700 years of history. It's renowned for its well preserved Qing dynasty architecture, including seven ancient streets paved with cobblestones, three historic temples--Zhenjiang Temple, Chaoyin Temple, and Gulong Temple- and traditional residences The town's scenic beauty and cultural heritage make it a popular destination for both tourists and filmmakers. 🚙Getting There: For a day trip from Chengdu, you can take a bus from the Xinnanmen Bus Station. Buses to Huanglongxi depart every 20 minutes between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM, with a journey time of about one hour. The bus ticket costs approximately 14 yuan per person. You can also take a taxi or didi there which costs about 90 yuan which we did, the taxi ride there takes about 40 minutes from city centre 🌸Things to Do: Explore Ancient Streets: Stroll through the well-preserved streets dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties,lined with traditional wooden buildings and shops offering local crafts and snacks. 🕍Visit Historic Temples: Discover the town's rich religious heritage by visiting temples such as Zhenjiang, Chaoyin, and Gulong, each showcasing traditional Chinese architecture and cultural significance. Tips: Best Time to Visit: Huanglongxi Ancient Town is suitable for visiting year-round. However, visiting during weekdays is recommended to avoid larger crowds. *we went on a Sunday which is relatively crowded Admission: Entry to the town is free, making it an accessible destination for all travelers Duration: Plan to spend around 2-3 hours exploring the town to fully appreciate its historical sites and ambiance. **We also tried lots of local delicacies there, there's snacks and bubble tea available on the food streets so don't worry about food! #china #travel #ancienttownvibes #ancienttownchina #chengdu
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