Things to do in Mianyang

It was so much fun! We specifically chose to come after the National Day holiday, and there weren't many people at all. We could enjoy all the rides without any queues, it was so relaxing! Traveling during off-peak seasons is really cost-effective. Many rides could be played repeatedly since there were practically no people around, hahaha!

The entire scenic area isn't very large; you can take an elevator to the 14th floor. The 4D cinema is a separate ticket and not worth seeing, but the night view is decent. The dance and folk music performances are quite professional.

Strolling through Li Bai's former residence in Qinglian Town, Jiangyou, one finds a tranquil and elegant Tang-style courtyard, with inscriptions of poems and prose visible everywhere. From Longxi Courtyard to Taibai Stele Forest, from Mozhen Creek to Taibai Tower, the footprints of the poet Li Bai and the cultural heritage of the Tang Dynasty are everywhere. Although many of these sites are reconstructions from later generations, they retain a rich cultural atmosphere, making them ideal for reminiscing about the past, seeking out poetry, and quietly experiencing Li Bai's romance and passion.

I've visited many temples recently, and Pingwu Bao'en Temple is definitely a hidden gem. This temple, known as the "Forbidden City in the Mountains," has no monks and has preserved its original appearance from a thousand years ago to the greatest extent possible. Constructed of Phoebe zhennan wood, it uses mortise and tenon joints without a single nail. It boasts a Thousand-Hand Guanyin carved from a single piece of wood, a Ming Dynasty revolving sutra reel that can be manually rotated, and countless dragon carvings and ancient Ming Dynasty murals adorning the beams and pillars… Having withstood centuries of wind, rain, and earthquakes, it remains sturdy, truly a precious living specimen of Ming Dynasty wooden architecture.

Located in the western part of Jiangyou City, the scenery is quite nice. The cave features karst topography with natural stalactites. It takes about an hour to walk through the entire cave. Perhaps because it was the off-season, there were very few people, only a handful, making it a relatively undiscovered attraction.

The scenery in the scenic area is average, but the iron chain flying performance is quite impressive. The most valuable attraction is the Flying Apsaras exhibit; only three such exhibits remain in the entire country, and this one dates back to the Song Dynasty.

If the weather is good, the scenery is okay, but there are not many attractions to see, so the time spent there is relatively short. The round trip takes more than two hours, including the time spent on the sightseeing bus and waiting time.

Pandas were plentiful, but there were few tourists, making for a pleasant visit. We tried the Panda Restaurant; the food and drinks were reasonably priced, and the panda-themed ice cream was quite delicious. The place is spacious, with over ten pavilions; buying a sightseeing bus ticket makes it easier to visit more pavilions and relax.

It has three floors and is quite large; you could easily spend over two hours exploring it. It's suitable for primary and secondary school students, with many interactive experiences. It's free, which is great value. It includes knowledge of physics and chemistry, but it's too advanced for very young children. The 20 RMB space capsule at the entrance is a bit of a rip-off.

The hotel is very close to the Xiqiang Hotel, making it convenient to go up the mountain; the owner even provides pick-up and drop-off service. The environment is clean and tidy, and you can eat at the hotel. The owner is warm and hospitable, with an exceptionally good attitude; you'll feel right at home. Highly recommended.