Elsewhere is a popular check-in spot, here is the quiet daily life of Yuantong Ancient Town

Yuantong Ancient Town Guide | Explore the Treasures of Sichuan's History and Culture 🎇

I. Overview of the Ancient Town

• Location: Located in Yuantong Town, Chongzhou City, Sichuan Province, about 38 km from downtown Chengdu 📍

• Historical Background: Built in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, more than 1,600 years ago, it was once an important water and land wharf and commercial town in western Sichuan, and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

• Features: Well-preserved ancient buildings, unique water town style, profound historical heritage, known as the "living Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival".

II. Main Attractions

• Qilin Street: The main street, flanked by Ming and Qing buildings, with old brands and handicraft shops, where you can buy special souvenirs 🎁

• Yongli Bridge: A single-arch stone bridge built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, with exquisite carvings on the bridge body and clear water under the bridge, suitable for taking photos and enjoying the water town.

• Huang Family Courtyard: A western Sichuan residence built during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, with exquisite wood carvings, stone carvings, and brick carvings, a good place to learn about architectural styles.

• Catholic Church: Built in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, with a combination of Chinese and Western styles, exquisite architecture, and gorgeous decoration, a place to learn about religious culture.

• Yuantong Tower: A seven-story brick tower built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, with exquisite carvings on the tower body, where you can overlook the panoramic view of the ancient town and take photos and enjoy the scenery.

III. Travel Tips

• Transportation: It takes about 1 hour to drive from Chengdu; you can also take a bus from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station to Chongzhou, and then transfer to a bus or take a taxi.

• Accommodation: The price of homestays and inns in the ancient town is moderate, and you can feel the tranquility and simplicity; if you have high requirements for accommodation, you can choose Chongzhou City.