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‘A Millennium Water Conservancy Project·A Blend of Nature and Culture’—A One-Day Tour Guide to Dujiangyan in Chengdu

🌳 🕰️ Dujiangyan, this World Cultural Heritage site that spans over two thousand years of history, embodies the immense wisdom of ancient Chinese laborers. It is also the oldest existing no-dam water diversion irrigation system in the world. 👏🌍 Here, you can not only enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Minjiang River's relentless flow, but also deeply understand how the ancients ingeniously managed nature to create a great project that serves both agricultural irrigation and ecological environment maintenance. Whether you are a history and culture enthusiast, a photography expert, or a family with children, Dujiangyan will offer you an educational and unique travel experience. 🎓🌟 // **Specific travel tips:** **Morning**: - 🚍Transport hub: Arrive at Dujiangyan scenic area first, you can choose to take a bus or drive yourself, remember to book tickets online in advance. - 🏞️Water conservancy project exploration: Start from Lidui Park, visit Fulong Temple, Baopingkou, Feisha Weir, and Yuzui one by one, and deeply understand the water management philosophy of 'deeply dredging the beach, building the weir low'. - 🌳Suspension bridge challenge: Walk across the Anlan Suspension Bridge, stepping over the turbulent river water, and relive the difficult scene of Li Bing and his son managing the water back then. **Afternoon**: - 🚶‍♂️Climb to the top of Yulei Mountain: Climb to Yulei Pavilion, look out and take in the full view of Dujiangyan, and feel the majestic momentum of 'one weir stabilizing the world'. - 🏛️Worship at Erwang Temple: In Erwang Temple, pay sincere respect to Li Bing and his son, and further explore their great achievements. - 🌸Stroll through the ancient city walls: Wander through the streets and alleys of Dujiangyan ancient town, immersing yourself in the cultural atmosphere and historical heritage of this ancient town. // **Food recommendations:** 🍲Spicy but not dry: Dujiangyan's local hot and spicy skewers, authentic taste, fresh ingredients. Taoist health food: Taste the four specialties of Qingcheng—Ginkgo stewed chicken, Qingcheng pickles, cured pork, and Dongtian milk wine, experiencing the essence of Taoist dietary culture. 🍔Snack paradise: On Nanqiao snack street, enjoy the tempting taste of various traditional Sichuan snacks such as tofu pudding, Sichuan dumplings, and cold noodles. // **Transportation guide:** 🚗Self-driving: Depart from Chengdu city center, take the Chengguan Expressway to the Dujiangyan exit, the estimated travel time is about 1 hour. 🚌Public transportation: You can take a direct bus to Dujiangyan from Chengdu Railway North Station or Chadianzi Bus Station, or take Metro Line 2 to Xipu Station and transfer to a high-speed train. // **Travel Tips:** 💡Time management: It is recommended to start early, use the morning golden time to visit the water conservancy project, and focus on the historical and cultural atmosphere in the afternoon. Sun and rain protection: Considering the strong ultraviolet rays in summer and occasional rainy weather in winter, remember to bring sunscreen and rain gear. 📞Advance ticket purchase: Remember to buy tickets in advance on the internet and other platforms to avoid queuing and wasting time on site. 🌱Guide service: If possible, you can choose the guide service provided by the scenic area to understand the historical background and scientific principles of Dujiangyan more deeply. /Hope you will comprehend ancient wisdom amidst the mountains and rivers, immerse yourself in the vicissitudes of history, taste authentic food, and spend a day full of connotation and joy. Explore the mysteries of the World Heritage together and share this unique Dujiangyan journey! Save it now and start your trip immediately! 🌍 🌊
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Posted: Mar 25, 2024
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