🌸 Escape the City: A Thousand-Year-Old Ancient Town Just 1 Hour from Chengdu by Bus

#chengdutrip Roughly 40 km south of Chengdu, there’s a charming town with over 2,000 years of history — often called "The Number One Ancient Town in Tianfu (Sichuan)". It’s just 1+ hour by metro and bus from the city center, and offers a peaceful, culture-rich alternative to bustling Spring Street or Taikoo Li. 🍃 A Town Full of “10 Ancient Treasures”: This historic town is known for its ancient streets, trees, temples, embankments, yamen (government offices), and more. Built along the crystal-clear Yishui River, the scenery is serene and picturesque — like a sapphire ribbon flowing through the town. The north bank is dotted with quiet countryside homes, while the south holds centuries-old alleys — a perfect blend of timeless charm and natural beauty. 💙 📸 Must-See Highlights: 🏛️ Three County Yamen Street District Cross the Jingguan Bridge and you’ll enter this Qing-era district. It includes Fuxing Street, Main Street, Qing-style Street, New Street, and Fish Alley — winding, narrow alleys with stone roads, old doors, and antique shop signs, all rich with nostalgic charm. ➡️ Pro tip: Take a stroll at night to experience its peaceful, haunting beauty. 🍵 Fuxing Old Teahouse Located on Fuxing Street, this old teahouse is filled with century-old antiques — the perfect spot to sip tea and soak in the vibe of old Sichuan. 🛕 Gulong Temple Right along the Jin River, you’ll find three well-preserved temples: Gulong Temple, Zhenjiang Temple, and Chaoyin Temple, all on the same street. Gulong Temple is the oldest, with a 900-year-old Yellow Cudrania tree and a 300-year-old stage. The layout of the town features “temples in streets, streets in temples,” showcasing a unique cultural fusion. ⚖️ The Old County Yamen (Government Office) Behind Gulong Temple lies the Qing-dynasty Three County Yamen, a classic ancient government complex — small in area but fully functional. Inside, you’ll see the main halls for judgment, prisons, torture instruments, and more — a look into China’s historical judicial system. 🌉 Langqiao (Corridor Bridge) This 367-meter bridge, styled after the Ming and Qing dynasties, crosses the Jin River to connect the old town with idyllic countryside scenery. 🍁 In late autumn, it’s a great spot to see golden ginkgo trees. #travel