\u25e6 Chengdu Travel Guide<\/span><\/h6>\n\ud83c\udfab Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Ticket<\/a>
\n\ud83d\ude4f Leshan Giant Buddha & Huanglongxi Old Town Full-Day Tour<\/a>
\n\ud83d\ude4f 1-Day Tour of Mount Emei and Leshan Giant Buddha<\/a><\/p>\n\u25e6 Huanglongxi Ancient Town<\/span><\/h6>\nThe ancient name of Huanglongxi was \u201cChishui.\u201d During the late Eastern Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period, Zhuge Liang supported Liu Bei in ascending the throne under the prophecy known as \u201cThe Yellow Dragon Appears over Wuyang Chishui for Nine Days.\u201d This event later became the origin of the town\u2019s name, Huanglongxi. At the time, Zhuge Liang stationed troops and raised warhorses here, making Huanglongxi an important hub for both land and water transportation.<\/p>\n
In modern times, however, land transportation gradually replaced river shipping, and Huanglongxi slowly declined into a quieter outlying town. Located around 40 kilometers from downtown Chengdu, it has now transformed into a tourist destination where visitors can experience elements of the Three Kingdoms culture. Personally, I found the area to be quite commercialized. The town itself is fairly large, and if you take your time walking around and exploring, you will probably need around two hours to fully enjoy the area.<\/p>\n
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<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n01\uff5cLongtan Plaza<\/h6>\n
As you enter the main gate, you\u2019ll immediately see a large fountain in the center of the plaza. During the summer, this area becomes a popular spot where locals from Chengdu come to cool off and play in the water.<\/p>\n
02\uff5cXizhai Gate<\/h6>\n
Behind Xizhai Gate runs a small stream where many visitors enjoy playing in the water.<\/p>\n
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<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nOn both sides of the stream is a lively shopping street filled with the kinds of snack stalls and souvenir shops commonly found in tourist areas. However, if you look carefully, you can still discover a few charming specialty stores with unique character, along with talented street performers who are great at creating a fun atmosphere.<\/p>\n
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<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n03\uff5cJingguan Bridge<\/h6>\n
After crossing Jingguan Bridge, you\u2019ll come across the old pier and sightseeing boats. Back when river transportation was the primary way of traveling, people could depart from Chengdu at dawn and arrive in Huanglongxi Ancient Town by noon by following the river downstream. Travelers who left at midday would often stay overnight here, which greatly contributed to the town\u2019s prosperity. Later, as land transportation gradually replaced river shipping, Huanglongxi Ancient Town slowly transformed from a thriving riverside trading town into a quieter outlying settlement.<\/p>\n
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<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n04\uff5cEast Fortress Gate<\/h6>\n
This area feels even more reminiscent of an ancient Shu Han town from the Three Kingdoms period, and you can also find Chengdu\u2019s famous ear-cleaning services here.<\/p>\n
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<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nUpon arriving at the East Fortress Gate \u2014 also known as Kongming Tower \u2014 you\u2019ll see a statue of Zhuge Liang standing above the gate, highlighting the town\u2019s historical role as an important military stronghold of the Shu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms era. Visitors can pay an admission fee to enter the tower. Besides enjoying a panoramic view from above, you can also explore displays and historical materials related to the Three Kingdoms period inside.<\/p>\n
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<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n05\uff5cAncient Wharf of Huanglongxi<\/h6>\n
Boat rides are also available at the Ancient Wharf. The river here is the Jinjiang River, also known as the Fu River, which connects directly to Chengdu. Traditional residences line both sides of the riverbank, and personally, I felt this area captured the atmosphere of the old riverside town most beautifully.<\/p>\n
\n\ud83d\ude4f Leshan Giant Buddha & Huanglongxi Old Town Full-Day Tour<\/a>
\n\ud83d\ude4f 1-Day Tour of Mount Emei and Leshan Giant Buddha<\/a><\/p>\n
\u25e6 Huanglongxi Ancient Town<\/span><\/h6>\nThe ancient name of Huanglongxi was \u201cChishui.\u201d During the late Eastern Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period, Zhuge Liang supported Liu Bei in ascending the throne under the prophecy known as \u201cThe Yellow Dragon Appears over Wuyang Chishui for Nine Days.\u201d This event later became the origin of the town\u2019s name, Huanglongxi. At the time, Zhuge Liang stationed troops and raised warhorses here, making Huanglongxi an important hub for both land and water transportation.<\/p>\n
In modern times, however, land transportation gradually replaced river shipping, and Huanglongxi slowly declined into a quieter outlying town. Located around 40 kilometers from downtown Chengdu, it has now transformed into a tourist destination where visitors can experience elements of the Three Kingdoms culture. Personally, I found the area to be quite commercialized. The town itself is fairly large, and if you take your time walking around and exploring, you will probably need around two hours to fully enjoy the area.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n01\uff5cLongtan Plaza<\/h6>\n
As you enter the main gate, you\u2019ll immediately see a large fountain in the center of the plaza. During the summer, this area becomes a popular spot where locals from Chengdu come to cool off and play in the water.<\/p>\n
02\uff5cXizhai Gate<\/h6>\n
Behind Xizhai Gate runs a small stream where many visitors enjoy playing in the water.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nOn both sides of the stream is a lively shopping street filled with the kinds of snack stalls and souvenir shops commonly found in tourist areas. However, if you look carefully, you can still discover a few charming specialty stores with unique character, along with talented street performers who are great at creating a fun atmosphere.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n03\uff5cJingguan Bridge<\/h6>\n
After crossing Jingguan Bridge, you\u2019ll come across the old pier and sightseeing boats. Back when river transportation was the primary way of traveling, people could depart from Chengdu at dawn and arrive in Huanglongxi Ancient Town by noon by following the river downstream. Travelers who left at midday would often stay overnight here, which greatly contributed to the town\u2019s prosperity. Later, as land transportation gradually replaced river shipping, Huanglongxi Ancient Town slowly transformed from a thriving riverside trading town into a quieter outlying settlement.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n04\uff5cEast Fortress Gate<\/h6>\n
This area feels even more reminiscent of an ancient Shu Han town from the Three Kingdoms period, and you can also find Chengdu\u2019s famous ear-cleaning services here.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nUpon arriving at the East Fortress Gate \u2014 also known as Kongming Tower \u2014 you\u2019ll see a statue of Zhuge Liang standing above the gate, highlighting the town\u2019s historical role as an important military stronghold of the Shu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms era. Visitors can pay an admission fee to enter the tower. Besides enjoying a panoramic view from above, you can also explore displays and historical materials related to the Three Kingdoms period inside.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n05\uff5cAncient Wharf of Huanglongxi<\/h6>\n
Boat rides are also available at the Ancient Wharf. The river here is the Jinjiang River, also known as the Fu River, which connects directly to Chengdu. Traditional residences line both sides of the riverbank, and personally, I felt this area captured the atmosphere of the old riverside town most beautifully.<\/p>\n
<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n01\uff5cLongtan Plaza<\/h6>\n
As you enter the main gate, you\u2019ll immediately see a large fountain in the center of the plaza. During the summer, this area becomes a popular spot where locals from Chengdu come to cool off and play in the water.<\/p>\n
02\uff5cXizhai Gate<\/h6>\n
Behind Xizhai Gate runs a small stream where many visitors enjoy playing in the water.<\/p>\n
<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nOn both sides of the stream is a lively shopping street filled with the kinds of snack stalls and souvenir shops commonly found in tourist areas. However, if you look carefully, you can still discover a few charming specialty stores with unique character, along with talented street performers who are great at creating a fun atmosphere.<\/p>\n
<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n03\uff5cJingguan Bridge<\/h6>\n
After crossing Jingguan Bridge, you\u2019ll come across the old pier and sightseeing boats. Back when river transportation was the primary way of traveling, people could depart from Chengdu at dawn and arrive in Huanglongxi Ancient Town by noon by following the river downstream. Travelers who left at midday would often stay overnight here, which greatly contributed to the town\u2019s prosperity. Later, as land transportation gradually replaced river shipping, Huanglongxi Ancient Town slowly transformed from a thriving riverside trading town into a quieter outlying settlement.<\/p>\n
<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n04\uff5cEast Fortress Gate<\/h6>\n
This area feels even more reminiscent of an ancient Shu Han town from the Three Kingdoms period, and you can also find Chengdu\u2019s famous ear-cleaning services here.<\/p>\n
<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nUpon arriving at the East Fortress Gate \u2014 also known as Kongming Tower \u2014 you\u2019ll see a statue of Zhuge Liang standing above the gate, highlighting the town\u2019s historical role as an important military stronghold of the Shu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms era. Visitors can pay an admission fee to enter the tower. Besides enjoying a panoramic view from above, you can also explore displays and historical materials related to the Three Kingdoms period inside.<\/p>\n
<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n05\uff5cAncient Wharf of Huanglongxi<\/h6>\n
Boat rides are also available at the Ancient Wharf. The river here is the Jinjiang River, also known as the Fu River, which connects directly to Chengdu. Traditional residences line both sides of the riverbank, and personally, I felt this area captured the atmosphere of the old riverside town most beautifully.<\/p>\n
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