Here lies a century-old ancient town | Sichuan's Jiangnan water town turns out to be a great spot to check in for the May Day holiday

| Sichuan's Jiangnan water town turns out to be a great spot to check in for the May Day holiday. I stumbled upon this ancient town, and it's just perfect for a leisurely stroll! With its small bridges over flowing water and leisurely moving boats, it's practically a replica of the water towns in the Jiangnan area. Compared to the nearby ancient towns of Pingle and Xilai, which are just 10 kilometers away, this place has fewer tourists and is super suitable for a leisurely walk. Standing on high ground, watching the pedestrians on the stone bridges and looking at the reflections in the water, that feeling, tsk tsk, is truly one of tranquil times. Basking in the sun by the lake, drinking a cup of green tea, writing poetry, walking on the stone bridges, away from the hustle and bustle, quietly enjoying this slow time. Strolling along the riverbank or spending 20 yuan on a boat tour to appreciate the scenery on both sides is fantastic. The town is not big, and you can finish touring it in half a day. For dining, I recommend trying the pork intestines, a local specialty; just pick any restaurant and it won't disappoint. Jiaguan Ancient Town is located in Qionglai, about a 1-hour drive from Chengdu, and it's simply delightful to take a day trip here for the May Day holiday. On the 3rd, 6th, and 9th, there's also a market in the town, so you can go early during the May Day holiday to check it out.