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Before I went to Fenghuang, I saw a guide recommending Cuihua Miao Bing. Miao Bing? I had never heard of it, but I was curious about what it tasted like. So I kept an eye on it. After I checked into Fenghuang Ancient Town, I had nothing to do, so I went there to try it. A small shop on the street, only take-out. Miao Bing should be a pancake made of glutinous rice fried on both sides, with some pickled radish or something like that inside. The taste is not bad, but the price of 10 yuan each is not very affordable.

It is quite unique. The green crust is made of wild vegetable pulp, filled with fried eggs and tofu shreds. You can ask the boss to add some spicy and sweet Miao glutinous rice cakes, which will be cheaper. The surface of the glutinous rice should be rolled in soybean sugar powder. It must be eaten while hot, as it will get harder as it gets colder.

Shrimp Cakes A street food ubiquitous along the Old Town's streets Must-try: Freshly caught Tuojiang River shrimp, deep-fried for a crispy, oily aroma Best Pairing: Add a side of fried cicadas for a delicious treat~ 🌿 Cuicui Miao Bing (63 Hongqiao West Road, Fenghuang County) Traditional Method: Handmade glutinous rice cakes Adventurous: Hands up for those who dare to try fried grasshoppers! 🙋 Tip: Paired with the owner's secret homemade chili sauce for a perfect match 🐟 Stone Pot Fish (Several restaurants in the stilt-house area along the Tuojiang River) Must-try: Freshly slaughtered Tuojiang River fish, fresh from the river Best Experience: Enjoy the river view while eating, the night view is unparalleled ✨ Beware of the heat: The stone pot is constantly heating, so be careful 🍜 Zhengji Beef Soup Noodles (A time-honored establishment in Huilongge) Foodie Tip: Arrive before 7 PM to get the first broth. Best Pairing: Paired with freshly fried large dough sticks for a perfect match! Opening Hours: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM (while stocks last) 📸Food Spotting Tips: 1️⃣ Eat and take photos by the Tuojiang River 2️⃣ The food stalls are most concentrated under Hongqiao Bridge 3️⃣ For time-honored establishments, avoid rush hours to avoid long lines #PhoenixAncientCity #HunanFood #TravelOnTheTip #NicheTravelDestinations #XiangxiFood

I absolutely love this B&B in Fenghuang Ancient Town ❤️ A paradise for detail-conscious people! #FenghuangGuchengAccommodation #B&BRecommendations #FenghuangGuchengGuide I spent a long time searching for a hotel before visiting Fenghuang Ancient Town. The sheer number of B&Bs in the ancient town was overwhelming, but the Riverside Galaxy Hotel was an absolute gem! It's ranked #13 on Ctrip's luxury hotel list, and after staying there, I realized the true essence of detail. Those casually-photographed B&Bs are simply incomparable; this one is truly something you'll want to visit twice! 🏡 ✨Must-see highlights for detail-conscious people: 1. The toothbrushes in the bathroom are all individually packaged Japanese brands, and the toiletries are L'Occitane! Towels and bath towels are sealed with a special seal for high-temperature sterilization. 2. Tea sets and the famous local tea Guzhang Maojian are provided on the bay window. Watching the Tuojiang River during the day and the stars at night is absolutely stunning. 3. The mattress is carefully selected, neither too soft nor too firm, and I slept soundly through the night. 🌟Amazing Service Experience: • On check-in, I found mud on my shoes, and the housekeeper immediately scrubbed them clean. • The free laundry service was incredibly thoughtful. After drying, they sorted and folded them by color and returned them. • The front desk lady hand-painted a map of the ancient city, even noting which rice noodle shops are local favorites. 📸Photography Spots: • The rooftop terrace offers panoramic views of the ancient town and the bend of the Tuojiang River. Sunsets are stunning. • The antique bronze mirror in the lobby's book bar area is perfect for photos while wearing Hanfu. • The carved wooden window in the room creates a foreground for photos of the Tuojiang River cruise ship, creating an ink painting effect. 🌉Location Advantage: • It's only a 5-minute walk to Hongqiao, but off the main street, making it particularly quiet. • The photo op for jumping rocks over the Tuojiang River is right outside the hotel, much more convenient than staying in the heart of the scenic area. • Shen Congwen's Former Residence and the Yang Family Ancestral Hall are both within a 10-minute walk. ⚠️Practical Tips: • Book a river view room in advance during peak season; it's truly a delight to gaze at the stilt houses from the bathtub. • Off-season prices are nearly half off, but the ancient city becomes even more charming. • The hotel's partnered photographer offers discounts for Miao costume photo shoots, and the quality is far superior to street vendors. The best thing about this hotel is that you can experience the charm of an ancient town while enjoying the comforts of a modern hotel. The housekeeper said the owner is a designer, so it's no wonder every corner exudes sophistication. As for the downside...it's probably that after checking in, I completely lost the desire to explore; I felt blissfully content just to stay in my room. ✨ #PhoenixB&B #RiverViewHotel #XiangxiTravel #NicheAccommodation

Come to Fenghuang Ancient Town to find the romance in "Border Town"! Surrounded by the Tuojiang River, this small town in western Hunan is like an ink painting by day and a dazzling fairytale at night. ✨ 🏯Must-see attractions: 1️⃣ Fenghuang Ancient Town Main Street: Bluestone streets are lined with stilt houses, and Shen Congwen's former residence is hidden deep in the alleys (Address: Inside the ancient town, Open 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM). Remember to buy a combined ticket for a better deal! 2️⃣ Tuojiang River Rafting: In the evening, take a wupeng boat (the pier is near Hongqiao) and watch the lights on both sides gradually light up. Every angle of the camera is a stunning shot! 📸 3️⃣ Snow Bridge's stunning night view: This Dong ethnic group wind and rain bridge transforms into a "rainbow bridge" at night. The best photo spot is near Tiaoyan on the north bank of the river (search "Snow Bridge" on the navigation for a direct link). 4️⃣ Nanhuashan Forest Park: Open at 8 AM! Climb to the summit for a panoramic view of the ancient city (ticket price 88 yuan, cable car not included). The forest is filled with popular photo spots 🌸 5️⃣ "Phoenix Look" Bonfire Party: Held every night at 8:00 PM next to the Phoenix Hotel (tickets start at 168 yuan). Tujia and Miao drum performances are truly stunning, and you can even dance around the bonfire at the end. 🔥 🍽️ Foodie Guide: ▫️ Cuicui Miao Pancakes: A small shop across from the Tuojiang Pier (see the address in the text). The Miao-style pickled radish and crispy baba combination is incredible! ▫️ Hongqiao Night Market: Blood-baked duck, bracken fried with bacon, fish in sour soup... I recommend the wood-fired rice at "Phoenix Old Kitchen." ▫️ Hotel Snack: The late-night wontons at the Jiang'an Galaxy Hotel have saved countless hungry travel photographers from editing photos. 🏨 Accommodation Recommendation: Highly recommend the Jiang'an Galaxy Hotel on Hongqiao Middle Road! Smart toilet + free laundry service + a 3-minute walk to Tuojiang River. The housekeeper even reminds you of the next day's SPF 🌞 (Note to those driving: their parking lot has a car lift!) 💡My bitter experience: - A 58 yuan day ticket for the Maglev Express is a better deal, and remember to get off at the observation decks along the way. - Bargaining down to 30 yuan/hour for Miao clothing rentals is a win. - At 6 a.m., the Tuojiang River is deserted, just laundry ladies and a wisp of mist. #Fenghuang Ancient Town Travel Guide #Border Town Check-in Spots #Xiangxi Food Guide #Ancient Town Night Photography Tips #Discovering Treasure Hotels