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Before going to Fenghuang Ancient Town, I read the guide and found that Manshi Shrimp Cake was recommended by many people, so I went there to try it. The storefront is relatively small, and the sign is very old. The words are not clear, and it is easy to miss it if you are not careful. When I arrived at the store, a customer in front asked: Can't you sell me this ready-made one? The boss replied: This one has been around for a long time and is not delicious. Thumbs up to the boss. The shrimp cake is made of small river shrimp wrapped in flour paste and fried, which is quite fragrant.

Fenghuang Ancient Town 2 Days 1 Night Babysitter Guide | Popular Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book) Notes 🌸 🚗 Transportation Guide ✔️ High-speed rail: Take the high-speed rail directly to "Fenghuang Ancient Town Station". After exiting the station, take the shuttle bus for 7 yuan to the North Gate of the Ancient Town (30 minutes) 🚆 ✔️ By car: Navigate to "Fenghuang Ancient Town Visitor Center" (Address: Hongqiao Middle Road, Fenghuang County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture). Parking fee is 20 yuan/day. Arrive early during peak season to secure a parking spot! 🚗 ✔️ By Air: The nearest airport is Tongren Fenghuang Airport (approximately 60km away), followed by a 1.5-hour bus ride to the ancient city. ✈️ 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations 🌟 Riverside Stilted Houses: • Yuejian Riverside Guesthouse (No. 25 Beibian Street): Offers stunning views of the Tuojiang River's most beautiful bend from the window; the reflection of the stilted houses in the morning mist is breathtaking. 🌫️ • Qixi Riverside Inn (No. 31 Huilongge): Wooden decor + 180° river view balcony; extremely cost-effective at 250+ RMB per person. 💯 🏠 Affordable Guesthouses in the Old Street: • Qingchen Boutique Inn (No. 44 Dongzheng Street): A 2-minute walk to the jumping rocks; the owner will guide you to hidden photo spots. 📸 ✨ Must-Visit Attractions ✨ 1️⃣ Rainbow Bridge Night View 🌉 At 8:00 PM, all the lights come on. The bridge is fragrant with osmanthus blossoms and red lanterns. The best spot for photos is 30 meters under the bridge. 👌 2️⃣ Tuojiang Jumping Rocks (Open 6:00-22:00) 🚶🏻♀️ We recommend going at 6:30 PM to capture the first rays of sunlight; the water shimmers with golden light—it's incredibly dreamy! ✨ 3️⃣ Wanming Pagoda (Lights up at 6:00 PM) 📸 The pagoda has seven stories; a wide-angle lens is needed to capture the full reflection! 🌠 4️⃣ Shen Congwen's Former Residence (Entrance fee 40 yuan) 📚 Opens at 8:30 AM. Take advantage of the lower crowds and sit on the stone steps where Mr. Shen wrote "Border Town" to daydream. 🧠 5️⃣ Nanhua Mountain Shenfeng Cultural Area 🦅 Glass Skywalk (Open 9:00-17:30) Below is a 100-meter cliff; those with a weak heart should proceed with caution. 😱 🔥 Food Frenzy 🔥 • Blood Duck: A family recipe from Junzi Restaurant (No. 36 Wenxing Street). The duck meat melts in your mouth. 🥢 • Ginger Candy: Freshly made at Hongqiao Old Shop (Hongqiao Middle Road). You can watch the master perform the sugar-throwing skill. 👨🍳 • Shrimp Cakes: Zhang Grandma's stall under Hongqiao Bridge (5 yuan each). Thirty years of craftsmanship, crispy and juicy. 💥 📸 Exclusive Photo Spots List 📸 ✔️ Be on standby at Beimen Wharf at 6:00 sharp! Morning mist + washerwomen + stilted houses = a masterpiece of traditional Chinese painting style 🏞️ ✔️ Shoot the opposite bank of Wanming Pagoda with a slow shutter speed for 30 seconds, and the water surface will turn into a silky texture ✨ ✔️ Xueqiao Zuoxiang (navigate to "Su Coffee"): corner window frame + Miao costume = magazine cover-worthy photos 👗 ✔️ Tuojiang River boat ride (80 yuan/person): Ask the boatman to row slowly to capture the super dynamic ripples on the water 💦 🎬 2-day itinerary reference 🎬 Day 1: 15:00 Drink tea and watch the sunset at Hongqiao Bridge 🌄 19:00 Tuojiang River night cruise 🚤 21:00 Listen to folk music at the Wanderer's Bar 🎵 Day 2: 6:00 Shoot the stilted houses in the morning mist 🌁 9:00 Seek your literary dream at Shen Congwen's former residence 📖 14:00 Enjoy panoramic views from Nanhua Mountain! ⛰️ 16:00 Experience Miao embroidery in Yinzhai Village 👘 💌 Caption Highlights 💌 "As dusk paints the Tuojiang River red, the lanterns of the ancient town light up one by one, and in a daze, I seem to see Cui Cui waiting for her Nuosong on the stepping stones..." #FenghuangAncientTown #XiangxiTourism #OffTheBeatenPathTravelDestination #AncientTownPhotography #MiaoCulture

Attached is a super detailed guide to visiting Fenghuang Ancient Town. Follow me to easily achieve the same ink-wash painting style of Jiangnan! 💕 🚗Transportation Guide 【External Transportation】 ✔High-speed rail to Huaihua South Station → 15 RMB Maglev Express, 15 minutes direct to Fenghuang Lansheng Station ✔7 RMB shuttle bus directly to Qifeng Square ✔Driving 🚗 Navigate to parking lots around the ancient town; overnight parking is approximately 40 RMB. 【Internal Transportation】 Motor vehicles are prohibited within the ancient town 🚫 Walk to unlock the beautiful scenery~ For short distances, you can ride shared electric scooters 🛵 for 2 RMB/ride – super convenient! 🏰Must-Visit Attractions ✨Tuojiang River Morning Mist Boat Ride 📍Arrive at Beimen Wharf before 7 AM 💰30 RMB/person Stunning silhouette photos taken from the bow of the boat!📸 The boatwoman will even sing Miao songs~ The rainbow bridge in the mist is incredibly atmospheric. ✨Shen Congwen's Former Residence 📍120th Anniversary Special Exhibition in 2025 💰20 RMB Admission A valuable collectible of the "Border Town" manuscripts. Remember to get a commemorative stamp in the backyard! ✨Nanhua Mountain Shenfeng Cultural Area 💰30 RMB Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the S-shaped Tuojiang River 🍁Red and yellow autumn leaves against green tiles—the light and shadow after 4 PM are absolutely breathtaking! ✨Rainbow Bridge and Jumping Rocks 🌉Beautiful Lights and Shadows at Blue Hour🌌 Remember to find the perfect angle for neon reflections when taking night photos. 🌟2-Day Highlights Itinerary 【Day 1】 Morning boat ride through the mist at North Gate Wharf → Stroll along the Jumping Rocks → Shen Congwen's Former Residence → Lunch at Wu Ji Rice Noodle Restaurant → Nuo Opera performance at Yang Family Ancestral Hall → Sunset viewing from East Gate Tower → Night cruise on the Tuo River 【Day 2】 Autumn scenery at Nanhua Mountain → Rent Miao costumes for a travel photoshoot (50 RMB/set) → Explore the less-traveled Miao Valley → Buy ginger candy as a souvenir 🏡Accommodation and Food 【Accommodation】 Huilongge Guesthouse, Upper Reaches of the Tuo River🏯 River view room 100 RMB/night (weekdays). River view right outside the window! 【Food】 🍲 Blood Duck is a must-try! 🐟 Miao-style Sour Soup Fish is so appetizing! 🔥 Don't miss the Man Shi Shrimp Cakes and Tong Ye Baba! Grandma's Glutinous Rice Wine at Beimen is amazing for the river view while you're slightly tipsy! 💡Useful Tips: 1️⃣ Autumn temperatures fluctuate greatly, so bring a light jacket! 2️⃣ Bargaining for silver jewelry is a sure bet! 3️⃣ 6-8 am is the best time for photos as there are far fewer people! #FenghuangAncientTown #HunanTourism #OffTheBeatenPathAttractions #WeekendGetaway #TravelPhotographySpot

Hi! Just got back from Fenghuang Ancient Town, here's my recommendation! This hidden gem, hailed by New Zealand writer Rewi Alley as "China's most beautiful small town," truly made my dream of "mist and rain drifting south of the Yangtze River, mountains and rivers as stained with ink" come true! 🍃 --- 🚄 Getting There ✔️ High-speed rail directly to Fenghuang Ancient Town Station! After exiting the station, transfer to a shuttle bus (7 yuan/person) for a 20-minute ride to the ancient town. ✔️ Alternatively, take the bus to Huaihua South or Tongren Station, then transfer to a bus or shared carpool (approximately 1 hour). ❌ Walking is the only option within the ancient town, so remember to wear comfortable shoes! --- 🏮 Must-Do Experiences 1️⃣ Tuojiang River Rafting (💰45 yuan) Be sure to go in the evening! As the rowboat crosses Rainbow Bridge, the stilt houses on both sides light up. It's like a real-life version of "Spirited Away" 🌉 2️⃣ Snow Bridge Camera (Free) Same angle as in "Big Fish and Begonia"! Standing on the bridge, you can capture the Tuojiang River and the S-curved stilt houses. The morning mist is breathtakingly beautiful. 3️⃣ Hongqiao Fengyu Tower The second-floor observation deck is perfect for panoramic views 📸. Grab a cup of "bamboo milk tea" and enjoy the river view – the atmosphere is captivating. 4️⃣ Rock Jumping A super fun way to cross the river! We recommend going before 9 AM to avoid the crowds and easily capture stunning ethnic-themed photos. 5️⃣ Nanhuamen City Wall The perfect spot for panoramic views of the ancient city. At sunset, golden light bathes the rooftops, making it so relaxing you won't want to leave the mountain. --- 🍜 Food Hot and Small List ✅ Must-Try: Blood-Cake Duck, Xiangxi Rice Noodles, Fried Small Fish and Shrimp, Shefan ✅ Snacks: Cuicui Miao Cake (glutinous rice cake wrapped in sauerkraut), Manshi Shrimp Cake (freshly fried, super fresh) ✅ Souvenirs: Ginger Candy, Wooden Hammer Pastry, Miao Silver Jewelry (remember to bargain!) ❌ Don'ts: The barbecue at the riverside bar street is expensive and unpalatable! --- 🏡 Accommodation Tips ▪️ Looking for value: Choose a B&B outside the ancient city for a quiet and affordable price. ▪️ Looking for a nostalgic stay: Stay in a stilt house on the Tuojiang River for breathtaking views (though soundproofing may be a bit lacking). ▪️ I stayed at the Fenghuang Qingcheng B&B, where the terrace offers views of the morning mist, and the housekeeper even gave me a hand-drawn map. --- 💡 My Experiences ① The main entrance fee to the ancient city has been cancelled! However, you need to purchase tickets separately for smaller attractions. ② Be sure to bargain for Miao clothing rentals! 30-50 yuan/hour, including makeup, is a reasonable price. ③ 6-8 a.m. is the least crowded! Enjoy the empty city to yourself for photos! ④ Avoid touts; they're easy to rip off. ⑤ Rainy days are even more picturesque! Prepare a transparent umbrella as a photo prop. --- "Waiting for a city of misty rain, just for you. Sharing a lifetime of love, just with you." The ancient charm and romance of Phoenix are worth a special trip. 💕 👉Click on the favorites to unlock more hidden gems! #PhoenixAncientCity #ShenCongwenBorderCity #HunanTravel #EthnicStylePhoto #XiangxiTravel

What are you eating in Fenghuang Ancient Town? Here are 8 must-try restaurants! 💯 1️⃣ Xiong Xiaobao Fresh-Cut Roasted Beef 📍Address: Inside Fenghuang Ancient Town ✨Recommendation: Local Yellow Beef + Basil Leaf-Wrapped Pork Low-temperature, slow-roasted technique ensures tender and juicy meat! 👌A favorite for both adults and children~ 2️⃣ Teng Mazi Local Cuisine 📍Address: 500 meters from the scenic area entrance 💫Signature: Home-style Hunan Cuisine Perfectly spicy and incredibly satisfying! A local's private dining room with a bright and spacious atmosphere! ✨ 3️⃣ Gazi Restaurant 📍Address: Next to Hongqiao Bridge 🔥Must-Tries: Stone Pot Fish + Blood Duck + Millet Wine Each dish is generously portioned and pairs perfectly with their signature rice wine! 😋 4️⃣ Ma Ge Food Stall 📍Address: Inside Fenghuang Ancient Town 🌟Specialty: Freshly cut and grilled late-night snacks Garlic eggplant, beef skewers, homegrown young chives...a hearty, home-cooked vibe! 🌙A must-try for late-night snack lovers! 5️⃣ Su Ji Fresh-Cut Beef Noodles 📍Address: Inside the Old Town 🥢Recommendation: Clear Beef Noodles in Broth + Sweet and Sour Fried Egg The owner is incredibly friendly and will even share tips on the sights! The pickled pepper side dish on the table is incredible! 🌶️ 6️⃣ Guang Lao Dry Steamed Spare Ribs 📍Address: Inside the Old Town Shopping District 🍲Must-Try: Dry Steamed Spare Ribs + Qingyuan Chicken Light and delicious, for those who crave spicy food, check this out! Get the flavors of Guangdong cuisine✅ 7️⃣ Full Food Shrimp Cakes 📍Address: Fenghuang Ancient Town Snack Street 🦐Specialty: Freshly fried shrimp pancakes Super thin batter, top-notch cooking! One of the top three must-buy snacks! 🏆 8️⃣ Grain Shop 📍Address: Left of Hongqiao Entrance 🌽Must-buy: Corn Cakes 3 for 10 yuan! Freshly ground and incredibly fragrant, the stall grinding corn on a stone mill is so charming! 📝Foodie Tips: - It's so good that you'll always have to queue! Try it during off-peak hours. - Blood-soaked duck and stone-pot fish are must-try Fenghuang specialties. - Remember to pair them with local rice wine for a more intense flavor! 🍶 #FenghuangAncientTown #HunanFood #Must-EatTravel #AncientTownExplore #TasteofXiangxi