Guizhou | Qingyan Ancient Town🪨|| Qingyan Ancient Town, Guizhou

Hidden around Guiyang is a 600-year-old military ancient town—Qingyan Ancient Town! Every brick and tile here holds endless stories～

📍Location: Qingyan Town, Huaxi District, Guiyang City
🕖Hours: 08:00-18:00 (Recommended visit time: 3-4 hours)
🚗Transportation: About 1 hour by car from Guiyang
🎫Tickets: 60 RMB/person

🌈Must-visit spots:
🐴 Dingguang Gate
The most historic city gate in the ancient town! Perfect for photos📷

🍶 Zhao Gongzhuan Ancestral Hall
Experience the Ming and Qing military garrison culture, with exquisitely crafted wooden structures!

☁️ Backstreets
A popular photo spot! Stone walls and blue tiles with great texture✨

🍗Must-try foods:
🐷 Zhuangyuan Pig’s Trotter (rich braised flavor!)
🍜 Qingyan Pig’s Trotter Noodles (broth so fresh it’ll surprise you)
🌶️ Sour Soup Fish (best enjoyed near Huangguoshu Waterfall for the full vibe～)

📸Photo Tips:
1️⃣ Be sure to wear light-colored clothes, they match perfectly with the bluestone roads
2️⃣ The light is softest between 8-10 AM, avoid crowds
3️⃣ The backstreets and Dingguang Gate are the best spots for photos

🎁Recommended souvenirs:
Rose candy / Yangmei juice / Handmade woven crafts

💡Tips:
1️⃣ Remember to wear comfortable flat shoes, the stone roads are a bit uneven
2️⃣ Use sun protection in summer, there’s little shade
3️⃣ You can buy combo tickets that include several paid attractions for better value

This place is full of vibrant local life and rich with the passage of time～ Come see this 600-year-old beauty soon💕