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Gejiu, Yunnan, a small town living in the 1990s Gejiu, which means "a place where buckwheat is grown and buckwheat rice is eaten" in Yi language, is a city that was built and prospered because of tin, and is known as the "World Tin City". The prices here are extremely low. You can take a cable car through the time tunnel for 1 yuan, and there are treasures and delicacies everywhere. 1. Gejiu 1 yuan cable car Gejiu 1 yuan cable car is for residents in the mountains to commute back and forth. Take a taxi to Xinyuan Hotel, and you can see the green shed ticket window when you walk up the stairs. Only cash is accepted for 1 yuan. The cable car shuttles between the mountain cities along the tunnel, and it seems to return to the childhood of the 1990s with the local accent. 2. Babao Restaurant Opened in 1990, Babao Restaurant is a time-honored brand in Gejiu, hidden in the Red Fort barbecue group, and you will miss it if you are not careful. The small skewers of fat and lean meat are roasted by heat, and the sweet and crispy soul sugar powder brings back the soul. 3. Chadian Dairy Fresh Milk Bar The milk in Chadian Town, Gejiu is very famous, and fresh milk bar stores can be seen everywhere in the city. The milk liquor is cold and rich and delicious. There are some special snacks in the store, and you can buy two bottles of milk to take away at the end. 4. Jijie Railway Station The Jijie Railway Station, built in 1915, is an important transit station for the Bishi Railway. Looking back at the dark green platform canopy a hundred years ago, the exquisite French-style buildings with blue bricks and black tiles, and the clear stream running through the station. 5. Shadian Grand Mosque The Shadian Grand Mosque, built in 1684, is majestic from a distance. Looking up, the top is like a dome, and the door is inlaid with golden and magnificent Arabic characters. When the chanting of scriptures slowly sounded, the whole mosque was immersed in a sacred glow. Practical information • Best season: All seasons, the climate is pleasant in spring and autumn. • Recommended days: 2-3 days, you can fully experience the nature and culture of Gejiu. #小众发现社 #城市人文手记 #抓城市人文 #一个人说走就 #地方只有吃美食