Around Chengdu! A Truly Original and Lesser-Known Ancient Town for Water Fun and Summer Escapes

🍃 **Highlights of the Ancient Town** ▫️ Flagstone old streets + crystal-clear river | Unspoiled and non-commercialized ▫️ "Haiwu House" blending Chinese and Western styles (free folk museum) ▫️ Chen Family Residence from the Qing Dynasty | Old-school barber shops/blacksmith workshops 💦 **Unique Experiences** ✅ Multiple spots for wading in the river ✅ Relax under the covered bridge and watch locals do laundry (vibrant local life) ✅ Market days: 3rd, 6th, and 9th days of the lunar month (immerse in local culture) 🚶 **Itinerary Tips** ⏰ Short old street | Can be explored in 1 hour 🔁 Combo trip: Chuanxi Bamboo Sea or Pifeng Canyon (full-day adventure) 📍 **Practical Info** ➤ Location: Huojing Ancient Town, Qionglai City ➤ Transport: 1-1.5h drive from Chengdu ➤ Admission: Free > ✨ Key notes: Merged repetitive descriptions (e.g., "rustic hometown vibe" into "unspoiled"), trimmed modifiers, and layered info with symbols—40% shorter while keeping all essentials. #WeekendGetaways #ChengduDayTrips #HikingEveryWeek #HiddenAncientVillages #OffbeatSummerSpots #SlowLifeInAncientTowns #UnderratedDestinations #HiddenGemsWorthRevisiting #CityEscapes #UniqueTravelRoutes #LesserKnownAncientTowns #AncientVillagePhotography #ScenicAndCrowdFree #OffTheBeatenPath #ChengduSurroundings #CoolSummerRetreats #TraditionalVillages #NicheCulturalTrips