City of Tea and Bamboo, Charm of Mountains and Waters

[Rainbow] Must-Visit Attraction Recommendations
1. Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea
- Highlights: National 4A scenic area, filming location for "House of Flying Daggers," 30,000 mu of tea plantations interwoven with 50,000 mu of bamboo sea.
- How to Play:
- Hike the Emerald Corridor (Bamboo Sea Plank Road) and experience the "natural oxygen bar."
- Climb Baodao Ridge (Yongchuan's highest peak) to overlook the sea of clouds.
- Visit Zhonghua Tea Art Manor to experience tea picking and processing.
- Tips: A summer resort, anti-slip shoes are recommended; admission fee is CNY 40.

2. Lehe Ledu Theme Park
- Highlights: Well-known wildlife park + amusement park complex in Southwest China.
- How to Play:
- Drive-through Area: Observe lions, tigers, and other wild animals up close.
- Walk-through Area: Feed giraffes and ring-tailed lemurs.
- Entertainment Paradise: Thrilling rides like the 10-loop roller coaster and log flume.
- Tips: Admission is approx. CNY 200 (all-inclusive ticket), a top choice for family trips.

3. Songgai Ancient Town
- Highlights: A thousand-year-old ancient town by the Yangtze River, not overly commercialized.
- How to Play:
- Stroll along the bluestone paths and see Ming and Qing dynasty architecture (Luo Family Ancestral Hall, Yuhuang Temple).
- Try the ancient town's "Nine Big Bowls" (Jiudawan), ciba (glutinous rice cakes), and take a boat trip on the Yangtze River.
- Tips: Free admission, great for photos and nostalgia.

4. Yongchuan Museum
- Highlights: Learn about Yongchuan's history and dinosaur fossils.
- Must-sees: Shangyouyongchuanlong dinosaur fossil, Han dynasty pictorial stone coffin.
- Tips: Free admission, closed on Mondays.
[Rainbow] Off-the-Beaten-Path Hidden Gems
- Shisun Mountain: Legend says it's the hometown of the "Cowherd and Weaver Girl"; hike to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds.
- Huanggua Mountain: Pear blossoms like snow in spring; pick blueberries and strawberries at agritainment farms.
- Weixing Lake: Fishing, boating, and enjoying the lakeside tranquility.
[MealCover] Food Map
1. Three Must-Try Delicacies
- Yongchuan Xiuya Tea: Local green tea with a delicate fragrance and sweet aftertaste (can be purchased at the tea mountains).
- Xinghu Fish: Spicy fish hot pot by Weixing Lake, "Yujia'ao" restaurant is recommended.
- Cuantang Rou (Quick-Boiled Pork Soup): A traditional Yongchuan dish featuring pork slices in pickled vegetable soup, appetizing and refreshing.

2. Night Market Recommendations
- Huamao Night Market: Grilled pig brains, spicy noodles, teppanyaki squid.
- People's Square Snack Street: Try cold jelly noodles mixed with "Yongchuan Douchi" (fermented soybeans).
[Mall] Accommodation Suggestions
- High-end: Lehe Ledu Liangjiang Hotel (family-friendly), resort guesthouses within Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea.
- Value for Money: Chain hotels in Yongchuan urban area (e.g., Vienna Hotel, JI Hotel), conveniently located.
[Rainbow] Transportation Guide
- External Transportation: A 30-minute high-speed train from downtown Chongqing to Yongchuan East Station; an approx. 1-hour drive via G85 Chongqing-Kunming Expressway.
- Internal Transportation: Taxis or self-driving are recommended for travel between attractions (bus services to some scenic spots are infrequent).
[Rainbow] Itinerary Suggestions
- One-Day Trip: Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea (morning) → Yongchuan Museum (noon) → Songgai Ancient Town (evening).
- Two-Day Trip:
Day1: Lehe Ledu Theme Park (full day);
Day2: Tea Mountain Bamboo Sea + leisure time at Weixing Lake.
[Star] Important Notes
- Yongchuan is hot in summer, so pack sunscreen; the bamboo sea is damp and cold in winter, so bring warm clothing.
- The local dialect is mainly Chongqing dialect; young people generally speak Mandarin.
- For local specialties, visit supermarkets in Yongchuan's old town (Douchi and Xiuya tea are reasonably priced).
[Rainbow] Yongchuan combines natural wilderness charm with rich cultural heritage, perfect for travelers who enjoy slow travel and in-depth experiences. Wishing you a pleasant journey and a rewarding trip! If you have any other needs, please let us know~