Xiangxi Family Trip! Take Your Kids to Explore the Poetic Ancient Town from Shen Congwen's Writings

Working moms, don't be anxious! In June, escape the crowds with your kids, go to Xiangxi ancient towns to breathe fresh air, it's super therapeutic! 🥰

📍Must-Visit Family Spots:
1. Fenghuang Ancient Town 🏯: Located in the Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan, this 10-square-kilometer ancient town is full of ethnic minority charm. Taking your kids to see the stilt houses is super atmospheric!
2. Furong Town 🌊: Originally called "Wangcun," it became famous because of the movie "Hibiscus Town"! This ancient town is surrounded by water on three sides, and at night, the lights combined with colorful waterfalls make it feel like you're taking your kids into a movie!
3. Biancheng Chaodong 🚩: Located at the junction of Hunan, Guizhou, and Chongqing, it's super special to "step across three provinces" with one foot! Watching the myriad lights with your kids in the evening is so heartwarming!
4. Qingshui River 💧: The place where Cui Cui lived in Shen Congwen's writings! There's a river by the town, an island in the river, and a forest on the island. Taking your kids to explore the small island is quiet and beautiful!

📍Detailed Address: Biancheng Town, Huayuan County, Xiangxi Prefecture, Hunan Province
🎫Ticket Information: Free! Super budget-friendly for family trips!
🚦Transportation Guide:
1. Self-driving 🚗: Take the Baomao Expressway and exit at Biancheng. It's convenient even with lots of luggage when traveling with kids.
2. Train 🚞: First take a train to Jishou or Huaihua, then transfer to a bus to Huayuan County, and finally take a public bus to Biancheng.
3. Bus 🚌: Take a direct bus to Huayuan County, then take a public bus directly to Biancheng. You can enjoy the scenery along the way!

🏡Accommodation Recommendations:
It's important for kids to stay comfortably! We recommend nearby luxury B&Bs and well-known hotels—Huazhu · Fenghuang Qingwu River View B&B and Huazhu · Fengyu Chenxi Hotel (Fenghuang Ancient Town Center Store). They have good locations and allow you to experience local characteristics!

Post by Vortex~Hayes | Nov 5, 2025