A shining pearl on the Wujiang River Gallery in Gongtan Ancient Town, Chongqing

Gongtan is one of the famous rapids in the Wujiang River Basin. According to historical records, this beach was created in the first year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty (1573). The steep beach formed by the flash flood in Youyang The cliffs on the west bank of Gongtan tower into the sky Birds chirp and monkeys cry on the cliffs, and ancient trees grow thickly. The famous Manwang Cave is located in it The east coast has a gentle slope Gongtan Ancient Town is located on it Gongtan Ancient Town has a history of more than 1,700 years. Unique local characteristics There are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties in the town. Among them, Chuanzhu Temple and Sanjiao Temple are more famous. There are many ancient monuments that still retain their original appearance. There are also the Song Dynasty square well, skyscraper stone pillars, and one ditch and thirteen bridges. Built in the 1950s, it once dominated the world Gongtan Stone Arch Bridge, etc. 1️⃣ Chuanzhu Temple The temple enshrines Li Bing Li Bing built the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, which made the western Sichuan plain prosperous, and was named the Lord of Sichuan. According to legend, there was an evil dragon causing trouble in Dujiangyan at that time. Later, he was subdued by Li Bing and peace was restored. Therefore, temples and statues are set up in all waters in Sichuan for worship. 2️⃣Xiqin Hall The most imposing building in the ancient town is the "Xiqin Guild Hall" First built during the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty (1875-1908) This was once a place where Gongtan people prayed and watched plays. 3️⃣ Stilt House Gongtan Diaojiaolou was built from the Southern Song Dynasty until 1963 The stilt house is a beam structure made of wood support and beams. Four or five thick wood bundles made of pillars Floors and walls made of several wooden boards One side of the house is a storefront close to the street, and the other side is suspended on three sides. The "building" supported by wooden pillars is used to store goods downstairs and people live upstairs 4️⃣ Bluestone Old Street Another wonder of Gongtan Ancient Town It is a 2,000-meter-long bluestone street. Year after year, it has been worn smooth and jade-like. You can sit, walk, or lie down without worrying about the dust on your body. 5️⃣Ran's Yard Ran's Courtyard has a history of more than 400 years It was the residence of the chieftain Ran Shenzhi during the Yongzheng period. The whole yard is a small Tusi Culture Museum There is a well in the hall indoors, where many old things are placed. Ancient coins, blue and white ceramics, bronze wares Let you fully appreciate the wealth of the ancient wealthy families 6️⃣Huang Family Ancestral Hall Dong Family Ancestral Hall is a ancestral hall jointly built by the Dong clan From the old street, we stepped onto the high stone threshold. Inside is a courtyard with a courtyard and opposite is the main hall. The Dong Family Ancestral Hall was once the gathering place of the highest authority of the Dong family. With the construction of Wujiang Reservoir The old Gongtan Ancient Town was demolished and relocated in 2007. What we see now in Xiaoyinhuai is the new Gonghuai "ancient town" The original ancient town is 1.2 kilometers away Since it is rebuilt according to the original appearance and layout The location of the house remains unchanged, the owner remains unchanged, and the neighbors remain unchanged. Especially when it comes to the special social conditions of ethnic minorities Therefore, the project is also known as "the first move in the world". 📍Ancient town address: Western Youyang County, 70 kilometers away from Youyang County