Zhenyuan Ancient Town, the 'Oriental Venice' on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau

Zhenyuan Ancient Town has a history of over 2000 years and is a national 5A tourist attraction. Nestled against the mountains and beside the water, it is located on both banks of the Wuyang River and is known as the 'Oriental Venice'. The most impressive aspect is the scattered white walls and black tiles along the banks, with big red lanterns hanging high under the eaves! Although it is somewhat commercialized, one can still feel the strong sense of life and vitality! The bustling crowds in the ancient streets and alleys, the full seats in restaurants and teahouses, the prosperity of the ancient town from a thousand years ago, the peaceful times - it seems as if it has been revived in this parallel space-time! ◆Tickets: Ancient Town: Free Museum: Free, closes at 5 pm Qinglong Cave: 60 RMB per person, open from 8:00-17:30 Shiping Mountain: 30 RMB per person ◆Transportation: ◆Train: Zhenyuan Station, take a taxi or bus after exiting ◆Self-driving: About a 3h drive from Guiyang, be aware of traffic restrictions during holidays, it is said that parking in the ancient town is not very convenient, it's better to confirm with the B&B owner before the trip! Tips: ✔️During holidays from 9:00-23:00, vehicles are not allowed to turn right after crossing the new bridge, you can take a shuttle bus from the tourist center, 10 RMB per person ✔️Zhusheng Bridge is the iconic building of Zhenyuan Ancient Town, it is recommended to book a riverside B&B near Zhusheng Bridge, preferably a river-view room, where you can open the balcony door to see the Wuyang River and Zhusheng Bridge, offering a great view! ✔️In the evening, you can dine by the Wuyang River, enjoy songs and drinks, feel the breeze on your face, and be content! Watch the lights come on, a sight too beautiful to describe!