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The small town recommended by National Geographic is so beautiful

The city of Chang'an in the Chinese Paladin It actually exists! ! In the ancient city of Fenghuang in Xiangxi Come and check in with your good sisters 🏞️ Must-see attractions** 1️⃣ Tuojiang River Rafting**: Take a boat in the early morning or evening to enjoy the stilt houses and the river view like an ink painting. 2️⃣Hongqiao Fengyu Tower**: A landmark of the ancient city, enjoy the view and take photos on the bridge, the night view is even more beautiful. 3️⃣ Former Residence of Shen Congwen**: Literature lovers check in at the former residence of the author of "Border Town". 4️⃣East Gate Tower (Yinghui Gate)**: Climb the tower to overlook the panoramic view of the ancient city. 5️⃣Manming Tower**: It is very atmospheric after the lights are turned on in the evening and is suitable for a walk. 🍜 Food recommendations** - **Blood Cake Duck**: Phoenix’s signature dish, duck meat + glutinous rice blood cake, recommended "Junzi Restaurant". - **Fish in Sour Soup**: Local specialty hot and sour flavor, "Zui Xiangxi" has a good reputation. - **Rice noodles**: A must-have for breakfast, I recommend "Shili Xiang Noodle House". - **Snacks**: Shrimp cakes (fried on the bank of Tuojiang River), ginger candy, and wooden hammer crisps. 🏨 Accommodation suggestions** - **B&B by Tuojiang River**: Open the window to enjoy the river view (book in advance during peak season), recommend "Shadow Coffee B&B" and "Qinghua Courtyard". - **Inns in the ancient city**: convenient for night tours, cost-effective, such as "Wutong Inn". 💡 Tips** - Tickets: Free for the ancient city, some attractions require a combined ticket (about ¥128). - Transportation: Take the high-speed rail to Fenghuang Ancient Town Station, and take a taxi for 20 minutes to the ancient town. - Avoid pitfalls: Ask for charges when taking photos by the river, and check the price list before consuming at the bar at night. A concise summary in one sentence: **Visit the ancient city and eat hot and sour dishes during the day, cruise along the Tuojiang River and stay in a river view room at night. 2 days and 1 night is enough for fun!
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Posted: Apr 12, 2025
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