Crossing a Millennium, Encountering Zhenyuan

The Ancient City That Never Sleeps! Zhenyuan's Nightscape is Unbelievably Beautiful🌉 Plus a Guide to Explore & Eat

🚢The night of thousand-year-old Zhenyuan is where its soul lies! When the lights along the Wuyang River turn on at dusk, the beauty is simply breathtaking!

The Premier Waterside City of Miao Territory! Stroll through Ming-Qing ancient alleys in an instant🏮
📍Address: Zhenyuan County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province
🚌Direct High-Speed Rail: 2h from Guiyang North to Zhenyuan Station (10-minute taxi to the ancient town)

1️⃣ Wuyang River Cruise
A breathtaking night voyage! The lights on both banks are like a galaxy falling to earth🌌
📸Tips: The 7:30 PM cruise has the fewest people, with a 200% photo success rate at the bow

2️⃣ Wuyang Ancient Street
Cobblestone paths + stilted buildings! Every three steps you'll find an intangible cultural heritage shop
Must-visit: Fuxing Alley Gate Tower, Chongzikou Alley's century-old mansion

🔥Exclusive Photo Spots
- Xindaqiao Wind-Rain Pavilion: The best panoramic view of the ancient town
- Sifangjing Alley: The blue tiles look especially textured in morning mist

🐟Must-Try Trio
Sour Fish Soup: "Miao Boma" at the town entrance has an addictively sour flavor
Steamed Pork with Dao Vegetable: A signature dish at riverside old establishments
Glutinous Rice Wine: Handcrafted brews from deep alleys with a lingering sweetness

⚠️Tips to Avoid Pitfalls
-River cruise tickets are cheaper when purchased on-site after 7 PM
-Bargain when renting Miao ethnic costumes (can get for 30-50 yuan)