If I had known about Shiquan, why would I need to visit Jiangnan?

Xi'an to Shiquan: A Comprehensive Two-Day, One-Night Guide

If I had known about Shiquan, why would I need to visit Jiangnan?

Day 1
Depart from Xi'an North Station
Take the high-speed train 🚄 at 9:56am and arrive in Shiquan at 1:26pm

First Stop: Shiquan Old Street
Take a leisurely stroll through the old street and taste local delicacies like stone pot fish or other snacks

Second Stop: Qinba Folk Custom Park
Take a taxi 🚖 or the No. 2 bus 🚌 to Qinba Folk Custom Park
(Taxi costs less than 10 CNY, bus fare is 2 CNY)
After visiting Qinba Folk Custom Park, take a taxi back to the old street. The Han River is just across from the old street. You can take a walk 🚶 along the Han River to enjoy the scenery
When night falls, continue exploring and eating at the old street. The old street has a special charm at night

Day 2
First Stop: Zhongba Grand Canyon
Take a minibus from Shiquan Bus Station to Zhongba Grand Canyon
Ticket price is 20 CNY per person, journey takes about an hour
The scenery at Zhongba Grand Canyon is average, but it's comfortable to explore and friendly for those with knee problems
After enjoying the canyon views, take a minibus to Houliu Water Town
Ticket price is also 20 CNY per person, journey takes about half an hour
Upon arriving at Houliu Water Town, I strongly recommend taking a boat 🚢 tour
The boat tour lasts 40 minutes for 50 CNY or 80 minutes for 100 CNY
Photos taken on the boat turn out especially beautiful
After finishing the Houliu tour, take the No. 9 bus 🚌 back to Shiquan County
Ticket price is 3 CNY per person, journey takes about an hour
Back in town, choose local food according to your taste preferences. After filling your stomach
Take the evening high-speed train 🚄 at 6:13pm, arriving in Xi'an at 9:33pm
End of journey 🔚

PS:
1️⃣ Shiquan is more suitable for self-driving tours. If you don't drive, it's easy to hire a car in town, but almost impossible at scenic spots. If you need a car, contact local private drivers 🚘 in advance
2️⃣ If you have three days, you can visit Guiguling on the third day. Guiguling has many steps, so people with mobility issues should be cautious
3️⃣ If you're not driving, it's recommended to stay on or near the old street for convenient transportation
4️⃣ Personal recommendations for old street snacks: 1. Crystal buns from East Street Crystal Bun Shop (open in the morning, closed in the afternoon) 2. Xiaocheng Lamb Pot Stickers 3. Vermicelli and tofu dumplings from Haiyan Noodle Shop
5️⃣ Shiquan's kang kang flatbread, puffy bread, dried tofu, and konjac are also quite tasty