This hotel in Leshan is the perfect place to celebrate the winter solstice in style
by Mitchell-~Sophie
Dec 29, 2024
๐จ Leshan Huayu Hotel | Explore the 5 hidden scenic spots around and live in the mountains, rivers and poems!
๐ฟ Must-see list | A small secret place with few people and beautiful scenery
1. Xiaodouyan Waterfall | 400-meter cliff waterfall, a magical date between rainbow and cave
๐ Anchi Village, Niushi Town, Shawan District
๐ฐ Tickets are only 10 yuan!
โจ Highlights:
The 400-meter high waterfall falls directly into a deep pool, the water mist is like a fairyland, and rainbows often appear in the afternoon!
The karst cave group hides the secret realm of stalactites, and the light and shadow are intertwined like the scene of "Grave Robbers' Chronicles".
The hiking route is easy and suitable for parent-child adventures. Any photos taken at hand are movie-like blockbusters!
๐ Transportation: 53 minutes drive from the hotel, go directly along Lesha Avenue, and navigate to "Xiaodouyan Waterfall".
2. Red House Art Village | The red brick romance of the Third Line Construction, traveling through the exotic Middle East
๐ Niushi Town, Shawan District
๐ธ Filming Guide:
A cluster of 105 red brick houses, industrial style and exotic style collide, wearing a white long skirt or exotic costumes is even more amazing!
Check-in points: human face buildings, abandoned factories, riverside trails, the light is best in the afternoon on sunny days.
๐ก Tips: At present, some areas are being renovated. It is recommended to go there after October 2025. You can taste fresh tofu rice in the surrounding farmhouses.
3. Guo Moruo's Former Residence | The hometown of the literary giant, touch the temperature of history
๐ The middle section of Wenhao Road, Shawan District
โฐ Opening hours: 09:00-17:00
๐ Cultural highlights:
Visit the childhood residence of a generation of literary giants, the layout of the courtyard, the original calligraphy, and feel the cultural context of the hometown of "Sleeping Beauty".
Linked with the Mo Ruo Drama Cultural and Creative Park, watch Sichuan Opera, visit the Research and Study Center, the first choice for parent-child cultural tours.
4. Shawan Food Street | A feast for the tongue hidden by locals
๐ข Must-eat list:
Wuming Bobo Chicken: The red oil is fragrant but not spicy, and it is perfect with sweet vinegar soup!
Taiping Dried Tofu: Made with Linghui Spring Water, it is sweet and sour with shredded radish.
Fulu Dry Beef: Smoked with cypress branches, spicy and slag-free, a must-try in Bashu!
๐ Navigate to "Shawan Food Street", which is a 40-minute drive from the hotel.
๐ก Stay in Huayu | A poetic residence with mountains and rivers in your arms
๐ Leshan Huayu Hotel
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Excellent location:
Drive 30 minutes directly to the Leshan Giant Buddha, open the window to see the Minjiang River, and the Chinese garden with white walls and black tiles is like an ink painting.
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A feast for your tongue:
Huayu Chinese Restaurant must order the beef and sweet duck combination, stewed with spring water from Mount Emei, so fresh that you'll want to lick the plate!
๐ Recommended one-day tour route
Morning: Depart from Huayu Hotel โ Former Residence of Guo Moruo (1 hour) โ Take photos at the Red House (2 hours)
Noon: Eat at Shawan Food Street
Afternoon: Explore the Xiaodouyan Waterfall โ Hiking at the Beauty Peak
Evening: Return to the hotel rooftop to wait for the sunset, and fall asleep with the river breeze and the Buddha's shadow
๐ก Travel tips:
Parts of the Red House will be open in October 2025, so it is recommended to confirm in advance.
The road at the Xiaodouyan Waterfall is slippery, so wear non-slip shoes!
The spiciness of Shawan food can be selected, so remember to note if you can't eat spicy food~
๐ธ Suggestions for photo outfits:
Xiaodouyan: Light-colored long skirt + straw hat, which contrasts with the mist of the waterfall.
Red House: Exotic robe/bright-colored outfit, with a red brick background for a more photogenic look!
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