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City of Tea and Bamboo, Charm of Mountains and Waters

[Rainbow] Must-Visit Attraction Recommendations 1. Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea - Highlights: National 4A scenic area, filming location for "House of Flying Daggers," 30,000 mu of tea plantations interwoven with 50,000 mu of bamboo sea. - How to Play: - Hike the Emerald Corridor (Bamboo Sea Plank Road) and experience the "natural oxygen bar." - Climb Baodao Ridge (Yongchuan's highest peak) to overlook the sea of clouds. - Visit Zhonghua Tea Art Manor to experience tea picking and processing. - Tips: A summer resort, anti-slip shoes are recommended; admission fee is CNY 40. 2. Lehe Ledu Theme Park - Highlights: Well-known wildlife park + amusement park complex in Southwest China. - How to Play: - Drive-through Area: Observe lions, tigers, and other wild animals up close. - Walk-through Area: Feed giraffes and ring-tailed lemurs. - Entertainment Paradise: Thrilling rides like the 10-loop roller coaster and log flume. - Tips: Admission is approx. CNY 200 (all-inclusive ticket), a top choice for family trips. 3. Songgai Ancient Town - Highlights: A thousand-year-old ancient town by the Yangtze River, not overly commercialized. - How to Play: - Stroll along the bluestone paths and see Ming and Qing dynasty architecture (Luo Family Ancestral Hall, Yuhuang Temple). - Try the ancient town's "Nine Big Bowls" (Jiudawan), ciba (glutinous rice cakes), and take a boat trip on the Yangtze River. - Tips: Free admission, great for photos and nostalgia. 4. Yongchuan Museum - Highlights: Learn about Yongchuan's history and dinosaur fossils. - Must-sees: Shangyouyongchuanlong dinosaur fossil, Han dynasty pictorial stone coffin. - Tips: Free admission, closed on Mondays. [Rainbow] Off-the-Beaten-Path Hidden Gems - Shisun Mountain: Legend says it's the hometown of the "Cowherd and Weaver Girl"; hike to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds. - Huanggua Mountain: Pear blossoms like snow in spring; pick blueberries and strawberries at agritainment farms. - Weixing Lake: Fishing, boating, and enjoying the lakeside tranquility. [MealCover] Food Map 1. Three Must-Try Delicacies - Yongchuan Xiuya Tea: Local green tea with a delicate fragrance and sweet aftertaste (can be purchased at the tea mountains). - Xinghu Fish: Spicy fish hot pot by Weixing Lake, "Yujia'ao" restaurant is recommended. - Cuantang Rou (Quick-Boiled Pork Soup): A traditional Yongchuan dish featuring pork slices in pickled vegetable soup, appetizing and refreshing. 2. Night Market Recommendations - Huamao Night Market: Grilled pig brains, spicy noodles, teppanyaki squid. - People's Square Snack Street: Try cold jelly noodles mixed with "Yongchuan Douchi" (fermented soybeans). [Mall] Accommodation Suggestions - High-end: Lehe Ledu Liangjiang Hotel (family-friendly), resort guesthouses within Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea. - Value for Money: Chain hotels in Yongchuan urban area (e.g., Vienna Hotel, JI Hotel), conveniently located. [Rainbow] Transportation Guide - External Transportation: A 30-minute high-speed train from downtown Chongqing to Yongchuan East Station; an approx. 1-hour drive via G85 Chongqing-Kunming Expressway. - Internal Transportation: Taxis or self-driving are recommended for travel between attractions (bus services to some scenic spots are infrequent). [Rainbow] Itinerary Suggestions - One-Day Trip: Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea (morning) → Yongchuan Museum (noon) → Songgai Ancient Town (evening). - Two-Day Trip: Day1: Lehe Ledu Theme Park (full day); Day2: Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea + leisure time at Weixing Lake. [Star] Important Notes - Yongchuan is hot in summer, so pack sunscreen; the bamboo sea is damp and cold in winter, so bring warm clothing. - The local dialect is mainly Chongqing dialect; young people generally speak Mandarin. - For local specialties, visit supermarkets in Yongchuan's old town (Douchi and Xiuya tea are reasonably priced). [Rainbow] Yongchuan combines natural wilderness charm with rich cultural heritage, perfect for travelers who enjoy slow travel and in-depth experiences. Wishing you a pleasant journey and a rewarding trip! If you have any other needs, please let us know~
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