9 Hidden Gems in Ziyang – Off the Beaten Path & Super Fun! Save This Now!

Hey guys! Today I'm introducing a hidden treasure near Sichuan – Ziyang! This city boasts profound historical culture, amazing attractions, and delicious food that's totally worth visiting. Grab this guide and start your Ziyang adventure!

🏛1️⃣ Anyue Rock Carvings
The filming location for "Black Myth: Wukong," these carvings offer exceptional artistic value and sensory experience. It's not just one grotto but a cluster – recommended to visit by chartered car or self-drive.
Ticket: Partially free
Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM

🏛2️⃣ Ziyang Museum
Shaped like a giant "lidded tea bowl" (a Sichuan specialty), this museum has four floors (including basement) with 4 permanent exhibition halls and 2 temporary ones.
Ticket: Free (reservation required)
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays)

🏛3️⃣ Ziku Mountain
China's first Chinese character culture theme park, showcasing the essence of Hanzi culture with displays, leisure activities, and fitness areas.
Ticket: Free
Hours: Open 24/7

🏛4️⃣ Marshal Chen Yi's Former Residence
Highlights Chen Yi's childhood life and education, featuring inscribed plaques – great for family visits.
Ticket: Free (reservation required)
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

🏛5️⃣ Baoguo Temple
Known as "Pure Land in Sichuan," famed for its Burmese jade Buddha statues, cliff carvings, and stone coffins – collectively called the "Three Wonders."
Ticket: Free
Hours: Open 24/7

🏛6️⃣ Half Moon Mountain Giant Buddha
A 22-meter tall Tang Dynasty sitting Buddha, the third largest in Sichuan.
Ticket: Free
Hours: Open 24/7

🏛7️⃣ Three Sages Park
Featuring framed landscapes typical of Sichuan gardens. The Three Sages Tower viewed from the bridge is magical at dusk.
Ticket: Free
Hours: Open 24/7

🏛8️⃣ Reclining Buddha Grotto
Houses Tang Dynasty cliff carvings – a cultural gem of Anyue County.
Ticket: ¥5
Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

🏛9️⃣ Phoenix Ridge Park
Locals' favorite urban park with panoramic city views – perfect for Hanfu photo shoots!
Ticket: Free
Hours: Open 24/7

🚗 Transportation
Self-drive: Convenient access to all attractions (recommend car rental).
Public transit: Take HSR/bus to Ziyang, then transfer via local buses/taxis.

🍜 Must-Try Foods
Brother Gui's Braised Meat Wrap: Aromatic meat in thin pancakes.
Huang Pancake: Crispy outside, tender inside.
Old School University Road Fried Skewers: Spicy and addictive.
No.1 High School Cold Noodles: Chewy noodles with fresh toppings.

Ziyang's charm awaits! Save this guide and go this weekend! 💕