Fenghuang Ancient Town is back, and my budget is broken—this place is too spicy!

Fenghuang Ancient Town, a picturesque ancient town hidden in the mountains and rivers of western Hunan, boasts flagstone roads, Tuojiang River cruises, and ancient stilt houses. It's as beautiful as a painting 🎨! Walking here, you feel time slow down. It's a great place to take photos and relax—it's just that the food here is too spicy for me 😤 Must-see attractions 📸: 1. Tuojiang River Cruise: Take a leisurely boat ride on the Tuojiang River and enjoy the scenery on both sides. It's incredibly relaxing! 2. Former Residence of Shen Congwen: Visit the home of the great writer Shen Congwen and soak up the literary atmosphere. 3. Yang Family Ancestral Hall: See the ancient ancestral hall and learn about the local history and culture. 4. East Gate Tower: Climb the tower for a superb view of the entire Fenghuang Ancient Town. 5. Tuojiang Stepping Stones: Walk on the stepping stones, feel the cool river water, and take beautiful photos. 6. Wanshou Palace: An ancient palace with many hidden treasures. 7. Chongde Hall: An ancient house that feels like stepping back in time. 8. Former Residence of Chen Baozhen: Visit the home of this Qing Dynasty minister and experience the prosperity of the time. Food Recommendations 🍲: 🍜 Miao Sour Vegetable Noodles: Sour and spicy, super appetizing, and the noodles are very chewy! 🍖 Blood Sausage Duck: Tender duck meat and delicious blood sausage, fragrant and glutinous. 🐟 Tuojiang Small Fish and Shrimp: Fresh fish and shrimp, fried to a crispy perfection, perfect with drinks! 🥗 Cold Jelly Noodles: Refreshing and cool, perfect for a summer day! 🍚 Xiangxi Bacon: The aroma of bacon is irresistible, especially with rice! 🥟 Wormwood Rice Cakes: Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with the fragrance of wormwood. 🍠 Miao Community Rice: Fragrant community rice, paired with bacon, is simply delicious! Transportation 🚗: You can take the high-speed train to Fenghuang Ancient Town Station and then take a shuttle bus to the ancient town. Or you can take a long-distance bus. Transportation is very convenient. Accommodation 🏠: There are many unique guesthouses in the ancient town. The stilt houses by the river are especially charming. Staying a night is a wonderful experience! Tips 💡: 🌸 Remember to bring sunscreen, the sun in western Hunan is quite strong. 📷 The best lighting for photos is in the morning and evening! 👟 Wear comfortable shoes, as the paths in the ancient town are a bit sloped. 🎁 If you want to buy souvenirs, remember to bargain!