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Gongtan Ancient Town is fun to visit, great for photography, and wonderful to stroll around

🌄 Chongqing's Gongtan Ancient Town is like a flowing ink painting, wandering through it feels like being in a paradise. 🏞️ 🏞️ Gongtan Ancient Town, located at the confluence of the Wu River and the Apeng River, is known as the 'Bright Pearl of the Wu River Gallery.' This ancient town, with a history of over 1,800 years, not only boasts beautiful natural scenery but also a rich blend of folk customs. 🌊 📍 Location: It is situated in Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County of Chongqing, where tranquility and simplicity are hidden. The entrance ticket is only 15 yuan, allowing you to experience the charm of this ancient town. 🎫 🚄 In terms of transportation, you can choose to take a train from Chongqing North Station, or a bus from the Four Kilometers Bus Station, and a cruise ship is also a good choice, with scenery along the way that is definitely worth trying. Of course, self-driving is also a good option, allowing you to enjoy the scenery along the way at your own pace. 🚗 🚤 Travel suggestions? Taking a boat is definitely the best way to tour the Wu River Gallery. During the day, you can appreciate the grandeur and excitement of the Wu River; at night, you can enjoy the colorful and dreamy lights of the Wu River under the night sky. 🌃 🏘️ Inside the ancient town, you can take your time to wander, feeling the peace and leisure. Climbing the mountain behind it, you can overlook the panoramic view of Gongtan Ancient Town, which is breathtaking. 📸 🏯 Must-visit attractions? The Mandarin Duck Building, East Gate Tower, residential buildings, and Gongtan Ancient Street are all not to be missed. Each place has its unique story and charm, waiting for you to discover. 🏞️ 🏨 For accommodation, it is recommended to choose a homestay by the river, where the scenery will definitely make you linger. The price is also very affordable, with just over two hundred yuan you can have a wonderful night. 🌌 🍜 Of course, when you come to Gongtan Ancient Town, you can't miss the local specialty foods. Gongtan brewed tofu, mung bean noodles, Shao Bai, and Tanxiang mushrooms, each dish is a local delicacy that will leave you with an unforgettable taste. 🍲 🌄 In Gongtan Ancient Town, you can find the long-lost tranquility and leisure, feel the natural wonders and the profound cultural heritage. Here is a place worth stopping by. 💖
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Posted: Mar 21, 2024
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