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⛱️Must-visit attractions: 3 must-visit attractions in Jianshui and recommendations **1. Zhu Family Garden: A Grand View Garden in Southern Yunnan, Experience a Century of Splendor** **Recommendation reason**: Zhu Family Garden is the most famous ancient building complex in Jianshui and is known as the "Grand View Garden of Southern Yunnan". This Qing Dynasty residential building is grand in scale, with carved beams and painted rafters and a deep courtyard, perfectly showcasing the lifestyle of a wealthy family in ancient times. Walking through it, it feels like traveling back a hundred years ago, feeling the weight of history and the charm of culture. **Tips**: There are many exquisite carvings and murals in the garden, remember to appreciate them carefully! **2. Jianshui Confucian Temple: Experience the millennium inheritance of Confucian culture** **Recommendation reason**: Jianshui Confucian Temple is the second largest Confucian temple in the country, second only to the Confucius Temple in Qufu, Shandong. This place is not only a place for ancient students to study, but also an important symbol of Confucian culture. Walking into the Confucian Temple, you will see green pines and cypresses, and rows of ancient steles. The solemn and dignified atmosphere will make you feel awe. Whether you are a culture enthusiast or an ordinary tourist, you can feel the profound heritage of Chinese culture here. **Tips**: The "Zhu Si Yuan Origin" archway in the Confucian Temple is a great place to take photos and check in! **3. Shuanglong Bridge: Sunset on the Seventeen-Arch Bridge** **Recommendation reason**: Shuanglong Bridge is a landmark building in Jianshui and one of the most beautiful ancient bridges in China. This seventeen-arch bridge spans the Lujiang River and the Tachong River, like a giant dragon lying on the waves. In the evening, the setting sun shines on the bridge, the interweaving of light and shadow is breathtakingly beautiful. Whether taking photos or taking a walk, Shuanglong Bridge is a must-see attraction. **Tips**: It is recommended to go there in the evening to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Shuanglong Bridge under the sunset! 🌄Travel guide: Jianshui classic one-day tour guide: Zhu Family Garden + Jianshui Confucian Temple + Shuanglong Bridge** **Morning: Visit Zhu Family Garden and experience its century-old splendor** - **Time**: 9:00-11:30 - **Game Highlights**: - Appreciate the carved beams and painted buildings of ancient Qing Dynasty buildings and feel the atmosphere of life in a wealthy family. - Take photos and check in in the garden to record the quaint courtyard beauty. - **Tips**: - It is recommended to hire a tour guide or use an audio guide to learn more about the history of Zhu Family Garden. - There are many rest areas in the garden where you can sit down and slowly appreciate the charm of the ancient buildings. **Lunch: Taste Jianshui specialties** - **Recommended location**: a time-honored restaurant near Zhu Family Garden - **Recommended dishes**: - Steam Pot Chicken: A famous dish in Jianshui, fresh, fragrant and nutritious. - Grilled Tofu: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, dipped in special sauce, it has a unique flavor. - Grass sprout rice noodles: a specialty snack in Jianshui, refreshing and delicious. **Afternoon: Visit Jianshui Confucian Temple and experience Confucian culture** - **Time**: 13:00-15:30 - **Game Highlights**: - Visit the second largest Confucian Temple in China and admire the solemnity of the ancient buildings. - Take photos in front of the "Zhu Si Yuan Yuan" archway and experience the millennium heritage of Confucian culture. - **Tips**: - There are many ancient monuments and trees in the Confucian Temple. You can slowly visit them and feel the weight of history. - If you have enough time, you can take a break in the teahouse inside the Confucian Temple, sip a cup of tea and enjoy a moment of tranquility. **Evening: Stroll along Shuanglong Bridge and enjoy the sunset** - **Time**: 16:30-18:30 - **Game Highlights**: - Stroll across the Seventeen-Arch Bridge and enjoy the beautiful views of the Lu River and Tachong River. - In the evening, the setting sun shines on the bridge, and the light and shadow are intertwined, which is the best time to take pictures. - **Tips**: - It is recommended to bring a camera or mobile phone to record the beautiful moments of Shuanglong Bridge. - There are many food stalls near the bridge where you can try local specialties such as grilled tofu, rice cakes, etc. **Dinner: Experience Jianshui Night Market Food** - **Recommended location**: Jianshui Purple Pottery Street** 🏨Accommodation recommendation: **Jianshui Tianyi Hotel** **Recommendation reason**: - The room is spacious, more convenient for bringing children, the bedding is comfortable, very refreshing, convenient transportation, elegant environment, free parking. - Provide free pick-up service and travel guide, which is considerate and worry-free. - **Tips**: - Book your room in advance, as it may be fully booked during peak season! **Traffic Advice**: - **Self-driving**: However, it is difficult to park in Jianshui City during holidays. Try not to drive into the city during holidays. You can park at the hotel. Tianyi Hotel provides free parking. - **Public transportation**: The attractions in Jianshui Ancient City are relatively close, so you can rent an electric car. You can drive to places such as Beitao Villa and Ant Workshop, Seventeen-Arch Bridge, Tuanshan National Residence, etc. - **Taxi**: Taxis in Jianshui are relatively cheap and suitable for tourists who don’t want to walk. 💗Other tips: I hope this guide can help friends who come to Jianshui for a visit! 🫰🫰🫰
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